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The Meadows to open permanent Pa. casino April 15
The Meadows Racetrack & Casino says it will open its $175 million permanent slot machine casino on April 15, provided an invitation-only test run of the operation goes well.The new facility will have more than 3,700 machines, more dining and entertainment options and a new area to watch and bet on harness racing.
Mar. 20 gambling news online

Elton John to close Las Vegas show
Elton John is playing his final notes on the red piano in Las Vegas. Promoters say the pop singer will close his Las Vegas Strip show, "The Red Piano," on April 22.
Feb. 5 gambling news online

Minnesota tries to block online gambling
Using a 1961 federal law designed to stop illegal gambling, the state has directed 11 telephone and Internet service providers to block nearly 200 gambling Web sites.
Apr. 30 gambling news online

Will Online Gambling Become Legal in the U.S.?
Politicians in the U.S. are making noise about legalizing and taxing online gambling in order to take some pressure off of depleted government coffers, but the idea is facing strong opposition from Republicans, conservative groups and pro sports leagues.
Apr. 27 gambling news online

Minn. regulators drop bid to block online gambling
Following a lawsuit by the gambling industry, which considers the push a violation of federal commerce and free-speech protections, state officials said Monday they'll withdraw a demand that Internet service providers block access to hundreds of sites.
Jun. 9 Associated Press

Hard Rock hotel expands as Vegas rates stay down
As a 490-room tower opens at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino just east of the Las Vegas Strip this week, hotel operators citywide are struggling to fill existing rooms and staggering at the prospect of 10,000 more coming online this year and next.
Jul. 29 Associated Press