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Philip Conneller
4302 stories by Philip Conneller
Feds Warned California Tribe Ahead of Casino Opening That Closed After Six Days
The federal government says a California tribe opened a short-lived casino despite repeated warnings that its legal authority to operate was under review. A digital rendering of the Scotts Valley Tribe’s proposed $700 million casino...
Prairie’s Edge Casino Defeats Utility in Solar Dispute After Power Disconnection Threat
Minnesota energy regulators have cleared the way for a tribal casino to fire up a massive solar array after ruling that its electric utility acted unlawfully by threatening to pull the plug on the property,...
Laos Seeks $5M From US Casino Investors to End 14-Year Dispute
The government of Laos, one of the world’s few remaining one-party communist states, is still chasing more than $5 million from the American businessmen behind a casino venture that descended into a bitter legal battle...
Chicago Suburb Mayor to Return Donations From Accused Illegal Gambling Enforcer
The mayor of the Chicago suburb Burr Ridge says he will return a $2,000 donation from a local restaurateur and social media chef accused of moonlighting as an enforcer for an illegal gambling ring. Filippo...
Belmont Park Rebuild: New $455M Track Reopens With $14M Betting Handle
Belmont Park reopened for racing Friday (September 18) following a three-year, $455 million redevelopment, ushering in a new era for New York horse racing. Belmont Park’s new five-story grandstand, above, replaces the 1.25 million-square-foot structure...
Illinois Duo Arrested as Gaming Parlor Burglary Wave Sweeps State
Two Illinois men accused of ripping cash boxes and ATMs from gaming venues have been arrested amid a statewide wave of burglaries targeting video gambling machines. Illinois has nearly 50,000 video gaming terminals spread across...
Collapsed UK ‘Shadow Bank’ Boss Bet Up to £60K Per Spin at London Casinos
The founder of a collapsed British “shadow bank” accused of misappropriating £1.3 billion (US$1.7 billion) was reportedly a prolific high roller who bet up to £60,000 ($80,000) per roulette spin at London’s exclusive casinos. Paresh...
$1.35B Mega Millions Winner Drops Lawsuit Against Ex-Partner Over NDA Leak
Maine’s biggest lottery winner is seeking to drop his lawsuit against an ex-partner he claims blabbed about his $1.35 billion jackpot to his parents after a judge ruled that he could not remain anonymous. A...
Lumbee Tribe Explores Casino Pathways Despite 63% Member Rejection
Less than three months after the Lumbee tribe rejected gaming in a referendum, North Carolina’s largest Native American nation hasn't closed the door on a casino. A digital rendering of a possible Lumbee casino earmarked...
Seminole Hard Rock Sued Over Casino Floor Fall After Kygo Concert
A Florida woman is suing the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood after she allegedly slipped on liquid on the casino floor as thousands of house music fans were leaving a concert by Norwegian...
