Confirmed recent speculation the company favors legislation to pave the way for commercial gaming properties in the state.

Any gaming bill would first need to get approval by the legislature. It would later need to get backing from residents in a statewide vote. In the past, casino proposals failed to get traction in the state’s legislature. But now momentum is building, given Adelson’s influence and economic arguments. During a recent conference sponsored by…

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If ratified, it should be enough to put the issue on the ballot for California voters

Mejia said the numbers reflected “strong support to allow sports wagering in a responsible manner” in California. Mejia is also VP of Public Affairs for the powerful Pechanga Band of Luiseño Indians. California voters are predicted to legalize sports betting when presented with the opportunity. Card Club FeudThe coalition had hoped to deliver the petitions…

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The U.S., Canada, Australia and China are challenging Europe’s stronghold amid the strong performance in Europe.

Ahead of the upcoming Olympic Games, the U.S. men’s and women’s 3×3 national teams have selected players from the NBA and the WNBA as their goal of winning the gold medal. However, the early stages of the U.S. men’s and women’s 3×3 national teams are so precarious that even the FIBA is concerned. The U.S….

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Russia’s planned version of the Las Vegas Strip will finally open its second resort, the Casino Shambhala. Operations will commence

The first phase of the development — a RUB$3.5 billion ($45 million) investment — features a gaming floor measuring 56,000 square feet, three restaurants, and a theater. Guests who preregister online are given 2,000 complimentary rubles ($26) in gaming credit. Casino Shambhala is just the second casino to open its doors in Russia’s Far East…

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Yokohama Mayor Fumiko Hayashi says she plans to respect the will of the people should they vote to oppose allowing a casino resort in the city.

Yokohama is one of four Japanese cities that have publicly expressed interest in winning one of the country’s three forthcoming integrated resort (IR) licenses. The central government is in the process of finalizing the regulatory conditions that will oversee Japan’s commercial gaming industry. Hayashi said this week that if a local public referendum comes back…

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