California
Deal said near for two tribal casinos in Barstow


Two California tribes are said to be close to signing compacts to operate side-by-side casinos in Barstow.

The Los Coyotes Band of Mission Indians and the Big Lagoon Rancheria have been negotiating with the state. Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger (R) suggested the project, according to news reports.

Both tribes are based hundreds of miles away. Barstow is on a major interstate between Los Angeles and Las Vegas.

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Deal nears for 2 tribes to run Barstow casinos (The San Bernardino County Sun 7/20)
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