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Supreme Court won’t take up Florida sports betting case, leaving status quo intact
Read full article: Supreme Court won’t take up Florida sports betting case, leaving status quo intactThe U.S. Supreme Court announced Monday that it would not hear a case challenging the state’s compact giving the Seminole Tribe of Florida exclusive rights to run sports betting in the Sunshine State.
Broward deputies hold Seminole Tribe reservation resident without bond
Read full article: Broward deputies hold Seminole Tribe reservation resident without bondAdam Frank Cypress, a Seminole Tribe reservation resident who recently celebrated his 23rd birthday and has an arrest record in Broward and Miami-Dade, got in trouble again.
Online sports betting faces court challenges as gambling expands in Florida
Read full article: Online sports betting faces court challenges as gambling expands in FloridaFlorida is now the largest state offering online sports betting, but some hope the courts will still step in to stop it as the stakes remain high for the Seminole Tribe.
1 detained after incident with Seminole police officer in casino parking lot
Read full article: 1 detained after incident with Seminole police officer in casino parking lotA man was detained Tuesday morning after an incident involving a Seminole police officer which led to the officer firing her gun at him, a spokesman for the tribe confirmed.
This Week in South Florida: Daniel Wallach
Read full article: This Week in South Florida: Daniel WallachSoon after a federal court cleared the way for the Seminole Tribe’s gambling compact with the state to go forward last month, the tribe announced plans for a glitzy opening in a couple of weeks, with its monopoly on games like roulette and craps, at its South Florida casinos.
Boy’s mother testifies against stepmother accused of killing him in Broward
Read full article: Boy’s mother testifies against stepmother accused of killing him in BrowardFriday marked the second day of the murder trial of Analiz Osceola, who is accused of killing her 3-year-old stepson Ahziya about eight years ago in Broward County.
Lawsuit accuses Seminole Tribe of disturbing tactics in attempt to stop vote on gambling expansion
Read full article: Lawsuit accuses Seminole Tribe of disturbing tactics in attempt to stop vote on gambling expansionThe lawsuit claims strong arm tactics are being used to try and stop petitioners from getting names.
Seminole Tribe’s Hard Rock Sportsbook app no longer taking bets or accepting deposits
Read full article: Seminole Tribe’s Hard Rock Sportsbook app no longer taking bets or accepting depositsAs of Saturday morning, the Hard Rock Sportsbook app was no longer accepting any new bets, accounts or deposits.
Seminole Tribe’s online sports betting backed by DeSantis ruled illegal, so why is app still live?
Read full article: Seminole Tribe’s online sports betting backed by DeSantis ruled illegal, so why is app still live?Magic City Casino owners made the case that the Seminole Tribe’s monopoly on online betting would hurt its decades old business. A judge agreed.
Seminole Tribe’s sports betting compact with the state faces battles from opponents in court
Read full article: Seminole Tribe’s sports betting compact with the state faces battles from opponents in courtSports betting in Florida was supposed to get off the ground Oct. 15, but the timeline's been delayed. Meanwhile, there are no less than three lawsuits against it.
Explosion rocks Seminole Classic Casino Hollywood, injuries minor
Read full article: Explosion rocks Seminole Classic Casino Hollywood, injuries minorSeveral people were injured after a piece of fire suppression equipment burst at the Seminole Classic Casino Hollywood on Monday morning, sending debris and fiberglass flying below, city and Seminole Tribe officials say.
DeSantis signs Florida gambling bills, bringing sports betting a step closer
Read full article: DeSantis signs Florida gambling bills, bringing sports betting a step closerWith no fanfare, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the bills related to the gaming compact with the Seminole Tribe on Tuesday afternoon, bringing sports betting a step closer in Florida and craps and roulette closer to some tribal casinos.
Could gambling ultimately come to Fontainebleau and Trump Doral?
Read full article: Could gambling ultimately come to Fontainebleau and Trump Doral?Because they're just beyond 15 miles away from the Seminole Hard Rock, the Fontainebleau in Miami Beach and Trump National Doral could conceivably add gambling.
Florida legislature approves gambling pact, which includes sports betting, but it isn’t a done deal yet
Read full article: Florida legislature approves gambling pact, which includes sports betting, but it isn’t a done deal yetLawmakers approved a gambling compact between the state and the Seminole Tribe of Florida that will bring sports betting to the state and also expand other gambling.
Florida Senate passes gambling agreement with Seminole Tribe
Read full article: Florida Senate passes gambling agreement with Seminole TribeSports betting in Florida is a step closer to legalization after the Senate overwhelmingly passed a bill approving a gambling agreement signed by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Seminole Tribe.
Florida lawmakers to vote on DeSantis, Seminole Tribe gaming compact
Read full article: Florida lawmakers to vote on DeSantis, Seminole Tribe gaming compactFlorida lawmakers began a special session on Monday after Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Seminole Tribe of Florida signed off on a gambling compact last month.
Jackpot! Seminole Tribe of Florida, state reach 30-year-gaming deal
Read full article: Jackpot! Seminole Tribe of Florida, state reach 30-year-gaming dealThe state of Florida and the Seminole Tribe reach a historic new 30-year-gaming deal, which means more opportunities for gamers are on the horizon for the Hollywood casino.
Florida reaches new gambling agreement with Seminole Tribe
Read full article: Florida reaches new gambling agreement with Seminole TribeFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis has reached an agreement with the Seminole Tribe that would greatly expand gambling in state, including the introduction of legalized sports wagering.
2 men arrested in killing at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino garage
Read full article: 2 men arrested in killing at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino garageHOLLYWOOD, Fla. – Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the shooting death of a man in a Hard Rock Hotel & Casino garage back in July, Seminole Tribe police say. Thomas was arrested Nov. 24 in Fort Lauderdale and is being held without bond in the Broward County Jail, authorities say. He will be transported to Broward County, where both suspects are expected to stand trial, the Seminole tribe says. Dion Brown, 21, and Jaleel Arnett Thomas, 25, were arrested in connection with the killing of a North Lauderdale man at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in July. Seminole Tribe police said it took several law enforcement agencies to make the arrests.
Miccosukee casino opens, betting on players wanting to return
Read full article: Miccosukee casino opens, betting on players wanting to returnMIAMI, Fla. – The Miccosukee Tribe re-opened its casino Sunday morning with the announcement “From our tribe to yours, Welcome Back!” The Miccosukee Resort & Gaming, off of Krome Avenue, is the first casino in South Florida to open since the coronavirus pandemic. Miami-Dade Carlos Gimenez commented on his Twitter account about the opening, explaining that the county doesn’t have jurisdiction over the tribal lands. We've learned that the Miccosukee Resort & Gaming has already opened. (See the welcome back video below)Guests are required to wipe down a slot or other gaming machine after their use. The casino opened its doors Sunday at 9 a.m. and will stay open until 10 p.m. After Sunday, the casino will be open every day from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.