INTERNET GAMING: Baca, local tribes oppose legalization
A plan to legalize online gambling moved forward this week in the U.S. House of Representatives, raising concerns from an Inland lawmaker and area tribes, who say the legislation would cut into California's casino business and imperil thousands of jobs around the state.
Aug. 1 gambling news online

Las Vegas Casino Evacuated After Bomb Scare
A man walked into a Las Vegas casino wearing what looked like an explosives belt Saturday morning, prompting security to evacuate the building and a nearby RV park.
Sep. 5 gambling news online

Canadians are ready for Online Gambling
A recent poll of whether Canada should legalize online gambling showed that most Canadians are in favour. The Toronto Sun recently published results of a poll that found more than 50 percent of those questioned said that they would support online gambling if it were integrated by the government.
Mar. 27 gambling news online

New Jersey Legislature approves online gambling bill
The New Jersey Assembly voted 63-11 to allow Atlantic City casino operators to offer online gambling to New Jersey residents. The bill, passed the New Jersey Senate 29-5 in November, and is headed to the Gov. Chris Christie's desk for his signature. If the Republican governor signs the bill into law, New Jersey would become the first state to license and regulate online gambling the U.S.
Jan. 14 gambling news online

Vegas favorites: Spain, Brazil
Sports books in Las Vegas consider Spain and Brazil the teams to beat in the World Cup, with Spain a 3.5-1 favorite to win its first title.
Jun. 13 gambling news online

1 hurt in acid spill at Las Vegas Strip resort
Part of the Las Vegas Strip was shut down for more than two hours and a man was hospitalized after officials say he fell in a puddle of acid that leaked during delivery at a resort hotel. Wynn Resorts spokeswoman Jennifer Dunne says the man was a visitor but not a guest at the posh Wynn hotel.
Jan. 7 gambling news online