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On Thursday, March 13, Montel Williams will bring celebrities and poker fans together in a gala bash to benefit Multiple Sclerosis research.

AccessFlow, Inc. has partnered with Pillar Data Systems to provide a storage and server platform to virtualize the production and disaster recovery facilities for Chukchansi Gold Resort & Casino.

Two of China's most famous stars, Yang Yen and Jimmy Lin, will perform together at Spotlight 29 Casino on April 5.

The Pennsylvania Department of Revenue is soliciting best and final offers from the two companies that submitted proposals in response to the Lottery's Request for Proposals for gaming system and related services.

Riviera Holdings Corporation reports the appointment of Mr. Nicholas J. Polcino, Jr. to the position of General Manager of Riviera Black Hawk, pending approval by the Colorado Division of Gaming.

News Brief: After 10 months of year over year declines, the Atlantic City casino industry here eeked out a small vistory in February.

News Brief: The Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians announced that the final steel beam was placed for the Foothill Oaks Casino last month.

News Brief: Supporters of Oregon's first off-reservation tribal casino got to tell the federal government how a casino could save both the town and the tribe that wants to build it.

News Brief: Negotiations between the Michigan state and the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians to resolve problems blocking the distribution of casino revenue to local governments should wrap up in 60 to 90 days, a tribal official said.

Binion's Gambling Hall & Hotel is back under local ownership after the close of a deal that netted more than $28 million for the Fremont Street property's former owners.

In observance of National Problem Gambling Awareness Week, the state departments of Health, Agriculture and Revenue today highlighted the availability of counseling and treatment services available to those affected by a gambling addiction.

The Remote Gambling Association has welcomed the decision by the European Commission to launch an in-depth investigation into discriminatory practices by the United States against EU gambling operators.

MGM Mirage is unveiling initial plans for CityCenter's $40 million Fine Art Program.

Wall Street was looking for a clear indication Friday into whether Nevada's casino industry is facing an economic slowdown in 2008.

A selection of news and views from inside the industry this week.

Casino companies should have known about the huge amounts of cash washing through nightclubs on their properties long before the IRS began investigations of two of Las Vegas’ most popular clubs, say former gaming executives and others familiar with the industry.

News Brief: With budget funding problems looming, proponents of expanded gambling asking New Hampshire local leaders to take another look at casino expansions.

News Brief: Pennsylvania state police say they will no longer be able to provide round-the-clock coverage at six casinos

News Brief: Debate is heating up over a proposed $250 million Indian casino in Madera County, California, and hundreds are expected to show up Wednesday evening for the only public hearing planned on the federal government's study of its effects.

News Brief: The federal government is forcing the Los Coyotes Band of Cahuilla and Cupeño Indians to rethink its unique business plan.