Rumsey Band Chair: County wages war on tribe

Rumsey Band Chair: County wages war on tribe (January 15, 2009)

" It is unsettling that The Bee editorialized on the complex negotiations between the Rumsey Band of Wintun Indians and Yolo County over our planned Cache Creek Destination Resort project without ever contacting the tribe. Had it done so,...

Nottawaseppi Huron Band to hire 1,500 for casino

Nottawaseppi Huron Band to hire 1,500 for casino (January 15, 2009)

The Nottawaseppi Huron Band of Potawatomi Indians plans to hire 1,500 people for its casino in Michigan. Starting January 22, the FireKeepers Casino will accept applications for full- and part-time positions. All types of jobs area available at the $270...

Judge dismisses Buena Vista compact lawsuit

Judge dismisses Buena Vista compact lawsuit (January 15, 2009)

A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit that challenged the Class III gaming compact for the Buena Vista Rancheria of Me-Wuk Indians of California. Amador County sued the Interior Department, alleging the compact violated the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act. But Judge...