Shinnecock Nation votes to remove leaders in gaming dispute

Shinnecock Nation votes to remove leaders in gaming dispute (October 25, 2012)

Members of the Shinnecock Nation of New York voted to remove four leaders from office who reportedly angered the tribe's gaming partner. The tribe ousted Lance Gumbs and Gordell Wright from the board of trustees and removed Barre Hamp and...

Bruce Bozsum: Mohegan Tribe offers unique casino experience

Bruce Bozsum: Mohegan Tribe offers unique casino experience (October 25, 2012)

"At the Mohegan Tribe, we are proud of our New England roots, and we are working to continue to provide one of the best casino experiences to our visitors from all over the world – and our region. Our casino...

Chickasaw Nation set to buy two non-Indian gaming facilities

Chickasaw Nation set to buy two non-Indian gaming facilities (October 25, 2012)

The Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma was the sole bidder on two non-Indian gaming facilities that are in bankruptcy proceedings. Global Gaming Solutions, a tribal subsidiary, will pay $27.5 million in cash and $97.5 million in new debt to acquire the...

Sisseton Wahpeton  Oyate pays counties for services at casino

Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate pays counties for services at casino (October 25, 2012)

Correction: The tribe does not share gaming revenues with the two counties. The compact instead lists payments that the tribe makes to the counties for services at the casino. The tribe has longstanding agreements with both counties. The Sisseton Wahpeton...

La Posta Band  shuts down small casino due to  financial  issues

La Posta Band shuts down small casino due to financial issues (October 25, 2012)

The La Posta Band of Mission Indians in California has closed its casino. The La Posta Casino was one of the smallest in San Diego County, The San Diego Union-Tribune reported. The 20,000 square-foot facility offered just 349 slot machines...

Editorial: Graton Rancheria gaming deal is good for the county

Editorial: Graton Rancheria gaming deal is good for the county (October 25, 2012)

"Sonoma County salvaged a bad hand with its casino mitigation pact. The agreement, ratified Tuesday by the Board of Supervisors, guarantees payments of at least $9 million a year to address crime, traffic, fire protection and other costs associated with...