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Gaming News Archives - Page 4427Comdex Trade Show Leaves Vegas24 June 2004
The producer of Las Vegas' annual Comdex trade show has pulled the plug on this fall's planned technology showcase, deleting an event that only a few years ago was considered the city's most important convention.
MGM Mirage Considering Keeping Circus Circus24 June 2004
MGM Mirage, once its $7.9 billion buyout of Mandalay Resort Group is done, is interested in keeping and maybe redeveloping Circus Circus, MGM Mirage President Jim Murren said.
Las Vegas County Club Counters Wynn's Campaign24 June 2004
The Las Vegas Country Club board launched a counterattack to a hostile takeover
campaign by Las Vegas developer Steve Wynn, club members said Wednesday.
Federal Security Official Touts New Policies24 June 2004
Homeland Security official gave an upbeat presentation Wednesday to a House subcommittee, saying new initiatives will help arrivals clear customs without significant delays.
Burswood Leaves Door Open for Packer24 June 2004
International News Brief: Burswood directors have paved the way for Kerry Packer to take control of the company after yesterday refusing to reject outright Publishing & Broadcasting Ltd's sweetened takeover offer of $1.46 a share.
Connecticut Tribe Gets Casino Offers24 June 2004
News Brief: Eight Connecticut towns and cities have indicated to the Schaghticoke Indians they would be willing to host a tribal casino and resort.
Macau Galaxy Resorts to Open Next Month24 June 2004
International News Brief: Galaxy Resort & Casino says it will open its new Macau casino next month.
California Court to Decide Tribal Casino Donation Rules24 June 2004
News Brief: The California Supreme Court agreed Wednesday to decide whether California's tribes, some of the state's biggest political donors, are bound by campaign-finance disclosure rules.
Court Rules on Shingle Springs Rancheria Case24 June 2004
A ruling by the Superior Court of California on a casino development planned by the Shingle Springs Rancheria and Lakes Entertainment leaves the project up in the air.
Setbacks for Lakes Entertainment24 June 2004
News Brief: In the quest for substantial profitability, Lakes Entertainment has been dealt a couple of setbacks.
Shares of Slot Machine Makers Jump Today24 June 2004
News Brief: Shares of slot machine makers International Game Technology and WMS Industries Inc. jumped about 6 percent on Thursday after Pennsylvania legislators neared a deal to expand gambling that could bring the state $1 billion annually in taxes.
Casino Companies Refocus on Vegas24 June 2004
News Brief: After more than a decade of expansion throughout the United States, big casino companies are no longer leaving Las Vegas.
Harrah's Approved for Pennsylvania Racetrack Deal24 June 2004
arrah's Entertainment has received approval from the Pennsylvania State Harness Racing Commission to acquire a 50 percent interest in Chester Downs & Marina.
Hong Kong Jockey Club Wants Tax Reform23 June 2004
nternational News Brief: With its revenue in decline, the Hong Kong Jockey Club is urging the government to reform taxation of the horse racing industry to prevent further losses.
Judge Refuses to Drop Gaming Conspiracy Charges23 June 2004
News Brief: A federal judge on Tuesday denied a motion to dismiss the bribery conspiracy case against top officials at Lincoln Park gaming center and dog track.
Mega Millions Jackpot Hits $177 Million23 June 2004
The Mega Millions jackpot for Friday, June 25 has been pushed up to an estimated $177 million.
Meeting Set on Indian Gaming23 June 2004
The North Dakota Indian Gaming Association board has called a meeting of tribal officials to discuss the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa's proposal for a casino here.
Lakes Entertainment Weighs Cost of Appeal23 June 2004
News Brief: Lakes Entertainment spent millions backing the Nimpuc Nation’s recently spurned effort to win official tribal recognition and now is weighing whether to bankroll a potentially costly appeal.
Gaming Executives Continue to Sell Shares23 June 2004
Officers of major Las Vegas casino companies have sold a total of more than 2.7 million shares over the past couple of months, recent records show.
Bookies: England, Portugal Match Too Close to Call23 June 2004
International News Brief: Bookmakers believe that the outcome between England and Portugal Euro 2004 match is a toss-of-a-coin job but that is unlikely to be prevent in the region of £20 million being gambled on the match.
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