Soo Tribe's commercial casino sees big boost

Soo Tribe's commercial casino sees big boost (August 11, 2009)

Greektown Casino-Hotel, the commercial casino owned by the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians of Michigan, reported a 24.83 percent increase in revenues in July 2009. The casino took in $31.32 million last month, up from $25.42 million in...

Seneca Nation gaming executive suspended

Seneca Nation gaming executive suspended (August 11, 2009)

Leaders of the Seneca Nation of New York voted unanimously to suspend Maurice John Sr. from his post as treasurer of Seneca Gaming Corp. The tribe accuses John of "gross misconduct and unethical behavior." John and his top aide allegedly...

States bank on gaming even as revenues dip

States bank on gaming even as revenues dip (August 11, 2009)

State governments are expanding commercial gaming options even as revenue from the industry has taken a dive in the past year. About a dozen states expect to take in an additional $2 billion in gambling taxes by 2010, USA...

Column: Guidiville Band casino up for review

Column: Guidiville Band casino up for review (August 11, 2009)

"It's not exactly the shores of Gitche Gumee, but a California Indian tribe is about to take the next step in its dream to build a lavish $1 billion casino on the Richmond waterfront at Point Molate. The project...

Stillaguamish  Tribe  caters to local gamblers

Stillaguamish Tribe caters to local gamblers (August 11, 2009)

The Stillaguamish Tribe of Washington caters to a local crowd at its expanded casino. The tribe spent $44 million to add more space, amenities and slot machines to the Angel of the Winds Casino. Visits have increased by about...