First Nation in Alberta pins hopes on casino

First Nation in Alberta pins hopes on casino (December 19, 2006)

The Alexis Nakota Sioux First Nation is hoping a $63.5 million casino will help his people survive The casino, hotel and truck stop are located on the reserve. Chief Cameron Alexis says it will create jobs and generate about $17...

Jamul Tribe ready to start work on $200M casino

Jamul Tribe ready to start work on $200M casino (December 19, 2006)

The Jamul Tribe of California finalized the environmental impact report on its $200 million casino. The tribe plans to start construction on the casino and parking structure within the next four to six weeks. A hotel is also in...

Mashantucket Tribe finalizes deal with MGM Mirage

Mashantucket Tribe finalizes deal with MGM Mirage (December 19, 2006)

The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation of Connecticut finalized its agreement with MGM Mirage, the Las Vegas gaming company. The deal will bring the MGM name to the Foxwoods Resort Casino. The tribe is planning a $700 million hotel and casino....

Nottawaseppi  Chair: Tribe  on track after 171 years

Nottawaseppi Chair: Tribe on track after 171 years (December 19, 2006)

"What a difference 171 years makes! That is how long the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of Potawatomi has waited for the federal government to create a reservation. On Dec. 12 of this year, the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of Potawatomi had land...