Renovation, Ad Campaigns Boost River Rock Revenues (CA – Dry Creek Band of Pomo Indians - Casino Revenues Boost)
Press Democrat (August 17, 2010) A year ago, River Rock Casino was feeling the pinch of recession, with fewer players trying their luck at its slot machines and card tables. But Sonoma County’s only Indian casino has bounced back, posting sales growth for three quarters in a row. On Tuesday, River Rock reported $32.4 million in revenue for the quarter ending June 30, up more than 5 percent from the same period a year ago.
 
Tribe To Pay For Police Near Reservation (CA – San Manuel Band of Mission Indians)
San Bernardino Sun (August 17, 2010) The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians will pay the city of San Bernardino about $3 million over the next three years to cover the cost of policing city neighborhoods near the tribe's reservation and casino, officials said Tuesday. The tribe will pay for six San Bernardino police officers, one sergeant and one part-time detective, as well as for vehicles and equipment, crossing guards and additional police resources for special events.

San Manuel And City Of San Bernardino Sign Law Enforcement Services Agreement (CA – Press Release)
Victor Rocha (August 17, 2010) The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians and City of San Bernardino will hold a joint press conference to announce a three year intergovernmental agreement for law enforcement services in city neighborhoods that surround the reservation.

Lit Lounge Features Game Maker Video Poker And Sleek Décor (CA – Fantasy Springs Casino)
Indian Country Today (August 17, 2010) Fantasy Springs Resort Casino is unveiling its latest showcase – the Lit lounge on the casino floor, which takes over for the former Fantasy Lounge. Inside the ultra-modern and plush bar and lounge, guests will find a rectangular bar that spills out into the casino.
 
Brush Fire Northeast Of Barona Casino Is Out (CA – Brush Fire Near Casino)
San Diego Union Tribune (August 17, 2010) A brush fire burned about 3 acres late Tuesday afternoon near Wildcat Canyon Road and Featherstone Canyon Road, several miles northeast of Barona Resort & Casino.
 
Another View: Transparency Needed On Indian Lands (CA – Creation of New Tribal Land)
San Gabriel Valley Tribune (August 17, 2010) While California voters supported expanded Indian gaming at the ballot box, they didn't intend for tribes to go reservation shopping to put Las Vegas-style casinos far beyond traditional Indian lands. But that has been the pattern for many gaming tribes seeking lucrative casino sites

6 People Arrested On Drug Charges At Chumash Casino (CA – Chumash Casino)
Santa Maria Times (August 17, 2010) Six people were arrested at the Chumash Casino Monday night on various drug-related charges, according to county Sheriff's officials. Just after 10 p.m. Monday, casino security observed a group of suspicious people involved in what appeared to be a drug transaction, said Sgt. Clyde George.
 
Blakeslee of San Luis Obispo Wins State Senate Race (CA – Special Election Results)
San Louis Obispo Tribune (August 18, 2010) Republican Sam Blakeslee defeated Democrat John Laird on Tuesday in the battle to capture a Central Coast state Senate seat vacated when Abel Maldonado resigned in May to become lieutenant governor. With 99 percent of the precincts throughout the five counties partially or fully reporting, Blakeslee led by 48.8 percent to 44.1 percent.
 
Wife of Sen. Dave Cox Voices Support For Niello's Senate Bid (CA – Open Senate Seat)
Sacramento Bee (August 17, 2010) "Dave knew that Roger would be the only choice to continue on his legacy of public service - of ensuring that every person that lived in his district would be listened to, cared for, and represented. This feels very personal to me, and Dave and I endorsed Roger before Dave passed away," Maggie Cox said in a statement released by the Niello campaign.
 
Kentucky Stretches Internet Lawsuit To Snare PartyGaming (KY – Full Tilt Poker)
Gambling Compliance (August 17, 2010) A lawsuit in Kentucky targeting Full Tilt and other internet gambling companies that allegedly operated there has been expanded to include PartyGaming. The suit dates to March of this year, when the Commonwealth of Kentucky initiated civil proceedings against Pocket Kings Ltd., an Ireland-based company that provides technology and services to FullTiltPoker.com.

Racial Disparities Seen in Obesity Prevalence in Children (US – Childhood Obesity in Native American Children)
Modern Medicine (August 16, 2010) “On the basis of statewide California data, prevalence of high BMI is declining for some groups but has not declined for American Indian and black girls. These trends portend greater disparities over time, particularly in severe obesity. Interventions and policies that are tailored to the highest risk groups should be pursued," the authors write.
 
Frank's Folly (US – Barney Frank’s Online Gaming Legislation)
Fredricksburg.com (August 17, 2010) Rep. Barney Frank, D-Mass., says that "some adults will spend their money foolishly, but it's not the purpose of the federal government to prevent them from legally doing it." Especially when the government can tax that foolishness. Before Congress left on its summer break, the House Financial Services Committee, which Mr. Frank chairs, passed a bill that would legalize online gambling, including poker and sports betting.

US Government Nets Another $13.3 Million From Online Gambling (US – Online Gaming Legislation)
Casino Gambling Web (August 18, 2010) The US government has shied away from going after online gambling companies when it comes to violations of US law. Instead, the government has focused their efforts on investigating the payment processors that aid these gaming sites in their operations.