David Ross, Author at GGB News

Author: David Ross

David D. Ross edits the Escondido Times-Advocate and Valley Roadrunner newspapers. A freelance journalist for over 40 years, Ross is knowledgeable about San Diego's backcountry and has written on tourism in Julian, Palomar Mountain, San Diego Safari Park—and the area’s casinos. He has a master’s degree in military history from Norwich University.

Rincon Band Makes History, Secedes from State Oversight

In California, tribal sovereignty is not to be taken lightly—just ask the leading U.S. online bookmakers. Now, the Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians and Chairman Bo Mazzetti (l.)...

Published February 6, 2023

Overcoming Adversity Together: That’s the Buffalo Way

The city of Buffalo has endured a lot over the last calendar year, but those hardships could not deter the community from banding together like never before. GGB recently...

Published January 23, 2023

Mohegans Fund Yale Study to Create Treatment App for Problem Gaming

Imagine being able to get professional treatment for problem gambling anywhere, anytime, on your own schedule. That is the concept being pursued now by the Yale School of Medicine—with...

Published August 22, 2022

Maine OKs Sports Betting, But Tribal Monopoly May Not Last

On May 2, Maine Governor Janet Mills signed a bill that gave gaming tribes the exclusive right to mobile sportsbooks, with commercial casinos, OTBs and racetracks permitted to offer...

Published May 16, 2022

Minnesota Sports Betting Bills Gain Momentum, Public Support

Minnesota state Rep. Zack Stephenson’s sports betting bill is designed to keep bettors from crossing state lines to bet legally or stay at home and find a way to...

Published April 18, 2022

Should Hawaii Permit DFS? This Lawmaker Says Yes

Hawaiian state Rep. Angus McKelvey (l.) wants to bring daily fantasy sports to the Aloha State, a state that is staunchly anti-gaming. According to McKelvey, DFS isn’t gambling, so...

Published March 28, 2022

No ‘Great Resignation’ at California Tribal Casino

For casino operators, employee loyalty may be as vital as customer loyalty—especially in the era of the Great Resignation. As other properties struggle to staff up, Graton Resort and...

Published March 21, 2022

Connecticut Gaming Expansion ‘Wildly Successful,’ But Concerns Arise About Problem Gambling

Connecticut went live with iGaming and sports betting last fall, and in the first few months, bettors spent more than $2 billion on sports wagers alone. State Senator Cathy...

Published February 14, 2022

Massachusetts Tribal Leadership Passes to a New Generation

Mashpee Wampanoag Tribal Chairman Brian Weeden (l.), elected last May, is the youngest person ever to hold the role. He foresees a turning point for the Massachusetts tribe, which...

Published February 7, 2022

Report to MGC: Asian Immigrants at Greater Risk for Problem Gambling

A report last month to the Massachusetts Gaming Commission makes the case that recent Asian immigrants—often alone, with little community or family support—are especially vulnerable to problem gambling. It...

Published January 17, 2022

North Dakota Sports Betting Bill Will Return

A sports betting bill introduced by North Dakota Rep. Jim Kasper (l.) failed last year in the legislature. But with sports books now coming to the state’s tribal casinos,...

Published January 10, 2022

Card Club Controversy

When Kyle Kirkland (l.) wanted to move his card club in Fresno, California he had to convince his neighbors he’d be “a good actor.” Here’s how he did it.

Published December 20, 2021

Can A Chicago Casino Work for the Operator?

A tough tax rate. A crowded environment. More than $1 billion in investment, with fewer returns. A Chicago casino comes with plenty of challenges, but three operators are ready...

Published December 6, 2021

Louisiana Sports Betting Starts With A Bang

It’s so-far, so-good for sports betting in Louisiana, which kicked off in October, just in time for the New Orleans Saints to whup the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. First-month revenue...

Published November 29, 2021

San Manuel to Yaamava’: The Art of the Rebrand

The rebranding of a world-famous Southern California resort wasn’t done lightly—and it didn’t happen overnight. Here’s how the San Manuel Casino and Resort became Yaamava’.

Published November 15, 2021

How Sports Betting is Changing the Face of Sports

According to a new survey, the growth of legal sports betting is actually growing the fan base, and bringing new demographics to the betting pool. Bettors are now male...

Published October 25, 2021

Online Cybersecurity: Keeping the Hackers at Bay

With gaming increasingly online and mobile, security concerns abound. All digital systems are vulnerable to hacking, and a safe virtual presence starts with the basics. Here’s how.

Published October 11, 2021

Not Much Love for Chi-Town Casino

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot has extended the bidding for a casino license in the city, hoping to get more action. Participation so far has been underwhelming, and a number...

Published August 23, 2021

Rutgers, Kindbridge Launch Telehealth Clinic for Problem Gamblers

In 2020, during the Covid-19 pandemic, Kindbridge launched a remote clinic for problem gamblers. Working with Rutgers University, it’s also collecting data to increase understanding of the condition.

Published August 2, 2021

Back to Work: How Casinos Are Bringing Back Staff, Attracting New Hires

Hospitality workers are in greater demand than ever as business gets back to pre-Covid levels. Like other businesses across the U.S., casino resorts are rolling out a red carpet...

Published July 12, 2021