Detroit, State, Tribes Missing Out On Millions With Casinos Closed
With Michigan casinos closed, hundreds of millions of dollars have been lost, impacting businesses, Native American tribes, and local and state governments.
A Michigan native, Matt has worked at newspapers in Michigan, Missouri and the Virgin Islands.
A versatile sports reporter, Matt has covered sailing on the Great Lakes, cricket in the Caribbean, high school and pro playoffs, and the Olympics in Rio. He's also the former host of the Locked On Pistons Podcast and producer of a documentary on Emoni Bates. A former blackjack dealer, Matt has studied the industry from all sides.
With Michigan casinos closed, hundreds of millions of dollars have been lost, impacting businesses, Native American tribes, and local and state governments.
The impacts of Scientific Games' moves to sell its lottery and sports betting pieces are unknown, but there will be ripples in Michigan gambling.
Wynn makes its move into Michigan online sports betting and casino via Kewadin and GAN. Wynn Sportsbook said it should be ready for a November launch.
Churchill Downs Incorporated, with new technology partner Kambi, could open the Upper Peninsula's first sportsbook right in time for NFL kickoff.
The Michigan Gaming Control Board set a Sept. 23 public hearing for internet gambling, which puts launch on track for Thanksgiving.
PokerStars launch means Michigan is fifth state to go live with legal online poker. Fox Bet and PokerStars Casino are also live in Michigan online gambling.