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Michigan Regulator Clears Way For Online Wagering On Horse Racing

The Michigan Gaming Control Board announced terms and conditions Tuesday for online horse race betting operators to get advance deposit wagering licenses.

Posted on: May 7, 2020 | | Matt Schoch

Mayor: Detroit Casinos Will Not Fully Reopen Until There Is COVID-19 Vaccine

Comments from Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan published late Tuesday were less optimistic about the plight of Detroit’s Greektown Casino-Hotel, MGM Grand Detroit and MotorCity Casino.

Posted on: May 6, 2020 | | Matt Schoch

After U.P. Casino Balks, What Michigan Casino Will Be The First To Reopen?

Island Resort and Casino near Escanaba will reopen Wednesday, but here's where the rest of Michigan's 26 casinos stand.

Posted on: May 5, 2020 | | Matt Schoch

Casino In Michigan’s Upper Peninsula Will Reopen Next Week

One of the 23 tribal casinos in Michigan announced it will reopen next week. The Upper Peninsula has not been hit as hard by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Posted on: May 1, 2020 | | Matt Schoch

Political Climate In Lansing Will Continue To Impact Casinos

Tensions are high in Lansing these days, which could impact movement on political fights related to Michigan sports betting.

Posted on: May 1, 2020 | | Matt Schoch

Michigan Online Gambling Rules Drafted As Stakeholders Lobby For Emergency Haste

The Michigan Gaming Control Board has sent draft rules for mobile sports betting and iGaming to stakeholders, as some are pushing for emergency rules to hasten the process.

Posted on: April 30, 2020 | | Matt Schoch