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.

Tribes Versus Racinos in New Mexico

A consortium of racinos in New Mexico led by Sunland Park racetrack (l.) have proposed a “Recovery Act” that would put state racinos on a level playing field...

Published October 19, 2020

Osten Plans to Introduce Another Connecticut Casino Bill

A bill that would permit sports betting in Connecticut has been stalled in the legislature for more than a year. Connecticut state Senator Cathey Osten (l.) has introduced a...

Published October 19, 2020

Derek Stevens Doubles Down on Vegas

Famously upbeat about Las Vegas’ reopening in June, casino owner Derek Stevens (l.) remains unfazed by the challenges of Covid-19—and opening a new resort, Circa, during a pandemic. Though...

Published september 21, 2020

California Card Rooms Pitch Outdoor Tents

San Bruno card room Artichoke Joe’s is grappling with multiple natural disasters: the coronavirus pandemic and the out-of-control wildfires sweeping across California. It’s addressed the challenges by moving casino...

Published september 14, 2020

Former Harrah’s GM Alleges Covid Violations

In a year of firsts, add the following: a former general manager at Harrah’s Southern California (l.), owned by the Rincon Band, is suing the company, claiming he was...

Published september 7, 2020

Why Sports Betting Exploded in Colorado

In the three months since sports betting debuted in Colorado, it’s grown into the fifth largest market in the country. What is it about the Centennial State that set...

Published september 7, 2020

New York Casino Workers to Cuomo: ‘Untie Our Hands’

Casino workers across New York State last week rallied in front of their properties, which remain closed after more than five months. They demanded that Governor Andrew Cuomo hear...

Published august 31, 2020

How’d They Do That? Ohio Casinos Break July Records

Ohio’s four casinos collectively broke records for gaming revenue in the month of July, despite the impact of Covid-19—or because of the virus’ impact on other entertainment options. Hollywood...

Published august 17, 2020

This Is A First: Washington Poker Room Operating Out of a Tent

A card room in Washington State has opened under a tent under special protocols approved by Governor Jay Inslee. The innovation was introduced because of fears that Inslee would...

Published august 10, 2020

When It Comes to Betting Limits, Colorado Casino Towns Want Home Rule

Local Choice Colorado has qualified a measure for the November ballot that would, if passed, give the state’s three gaming towns, Cripple Creek, Central City and Black Hawk, unilateral...

Published August 3, 2020

Casino Measure Aims to ‘Keep the Money in Nebraska’

A group called Keep the Money in Nebraska has qualified three measures for the November ballot that collectively would authorize casinos in the Cornhusker State. Lance Morgan (l.), CEO...

Published July 27, 2020

Innovating Safety: In Covid-19 Era, A Whole New Industry

A burgeoning industry is springing up to keep casinos safe, so customers young and old can feel comfortable visiting. It includes leading-edge technologies as well as simple but improved...

Published July 20, 2020

Maine Casino Limits Guests to 5 Percent of the Norm

Oxford Casino Hotel and Event Center (l.) in Oxford, Maine reopened July 9 allowing just 200 customers to enter the gaming area at any given time. In an average...

Published July 20, 2020

California Tribes Get OK To Pursue Sports Betting Vote

A California superior court judge has given gaming tribes and racinos 90 days gather enough signatures to qualify a sports betting measure for the ballot. The coalition now has...

Published July 13, 2020

How Can Casinos Track Potential Covid Cases?

Can casinos use existing loyalty and surveillance systems to identify infected customers and trace the chain of contact? Casino surveillance expert Willy Allison (l.) explains best practices, and possible...

Published July 6, 2020

Washington Tribe Diversifies With Gaming Revenues

Call it the house that gaming built: On June 30, Chehalis Tribal Enterprises in the Pacific Northwest opened a $20 million brewery, distillery and restaurant funded by the tribe’s...

Published July 6, 2020

Ontario Casinos, Poised to Open, Appeal for Government Aid

Ontario casinos are just waiting for the green light to reopen and put people back to work. Paul Burns (l.), head of the Canadian Gaming Association, says they’re also...

Published June 29, 2020

Colorado City ‘Alive Again’ As Casinos Reopen

Casinos in Cripple Creek, Colorado (l.) reopened early last week. Casinos in Black Hawk and Central City, the two other mountain towns that allow gaming, also reopened. After a...

Published June 22, 2020

Old School Oddsmakers Talk Sports Betting’s Future

Across the U.S., sports betting is a hot topic among lawmakers, as states seek new sources of income in the wake of Covid-19. GGB News asked three celebrated oddsmakers—Roxy...

Published June 22, 2020

California Sports Betting Compromise Dead

California Senator Bill Dodd (l.) has offered amendments to his bill, SCA 6, which would legalize sports betting but also give sweeteners to card clubs. His amendments don’t go...

Published June 22, 2020