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Why didn’t Michigan State Police troopers intervene during massive brawl in Greektown Casino?
Read full article: Why didn’t Michigan State Police troopers intervene during massive brawl in Greektown Casino?A brawl captured on camera inside Greektown Casino is raising questions about the response from police. Why did troopers hang back instead of trying to break up the fight?
Big crowds in Downtown Detroit for St. Patrick’s Day celebration
Read full article: Big crowds in Downtown Detroit for St. Patrick’s Day celebrationThere was plenty of pent-up partying all over Downtown Detroit Thursday (March 17) night for Saint Patrick’s Day. Two years of COVID had people eager and excited to be back outside.
Murder suspect arrested in Greektown Casino parking garage following police chase
Read full article: Murder suspect arrested in Greektown Casino parking garage following police chaseA murder suspect on the run leads police on a chase throughout the city’s east side, detouring to the Greektown Casino parking garage.
Online gambling and sports betting goes live in Michigan
Read full article: Online gambling and sports betting goes live in MichiganDETROIT – Starting at noon Friday, people in Michigan could legally place bets on sports teams or play casino games online. READ: ‘New era’ of gambling in Michigan begins -- Online sports betting goes live FridayIt’s been billed as a new dawn of online sports gambling, but really it is the COVID-recovery plan for the gambling industry. It all starts with downloading your favorite gambling app to your phone or smart device. At sign-up, they all require GPS tracking to make sure you’re betting from inside Michigan. The operators authorized to begin online offerings Jan. 22 are:ResourcesThe MGCB has published FAQs, patron dispute forms and a sports wagering catalog on its website, www.michigan.gov/mgcb.
‘New era’ of gambling in Michigan begins -- Online sports betting goes live Friday
Read full article: ‘New era’ of gambling in Michigan begins -- Online sports betting goes live FridayDETROIT – Starting at noon, Friday, online sports betting was allowed for the first time in Michigan. The launch came about a year after sports betting became legal in Michigan, but until now, players had to place bets in person at casinos. It’s not just sports betting, but online gambling also has gone live. The MGM Casino is using Roar Digital, Motor City Casino is using FanDuel and Greektown Casino is using Penn Sports Interactive. The online apps require the user to verify their location within Michigan using the GPS in one’s phone or smart device.
Patrons eager to get inside as Detroit casinos reopen at 15% capacity
Read full article: Patrons eager to get inside as Detroit casinos reopen at 15% capacityDETROIT After being shutdown since March, gamblers were able to place their bets again at Detroit casinos. READ: Detroit casinos to reopen today amid coronavirus pandemicCasinos were able to open Wednesday at 15% capacity, leaving many gamblers afraid they wouldnt be able to get in. Nearly 100 people waited overnight outside Motor City Casino to make sure they could play the odds. Casino patrons will have to go through a health screening before they can walk through the door. RELATED: What Motor City Casino in Detroit will look like when it reopens this weekMasks are strictly enforced.
Michigan limits indoor gatherings, sets limited open for casinos: What to know
Read full article: Michigan limits indoor gatherings, sets limited open for casinos: What to knowGretchen Whitmer issued amended orders on Wednesday to limit indoor gatherings, while setting a reopening date for Detroits casinos, as COVID-19 cases continue to rise in the state. Indoor gatherings, barsThe amended order requires statewide indoor gatherings to be limited to 10 people. Detroit casinosAdditionally, under the new orders, Detroit casinos will also be allowed to open on Aug. 5, but their occupancy will be limited to 15% capacity. As we see COVID-19 cases continue to rise, Michiganders cannot afford to drop our guard. After seeing a resurgence in cases connected to social gatherings across the state, we must further limit gatherings for the health of our community and economy.
MGM Grand Detroit, Greektown Casino, Motor City Casino and Caesars Windsor to close for at least two weeks
Read full article: MGM Grand Detroit, Greektown Casino, Motor City Casino and Caesars Windsor to close for at least two weeksMGM Grand Detroit, Motor City Casino and Greektown Casino will all close for at least two weeks due the coronavirus crisis beginning Monday. Motor City released this statement:Based on the Michigan Gaming Control Board’s order, MotorCity Casino will be closing to the general public tomorrow, March 16, 2020 at 12 noon. MGM Grand released this statement:In compliance with the Michigan Gaming Control Board's order, MGM Grand Detroit will temporarily suspend operations by 5:00pm, March 16. More: https://t.co/Aky1yT5K8R pic.twitter.com/ihszZMAluk — MGM Grand Detroit (@MGMGrandDetroit) March 16, 2020Governor Whitmer announced the temporary closure last Sunday night. Across the Detroit River, Caesar’s Windsor is closing Monday and rescheduling concerts planned there over the next few weeks.
Legal sports betting in Michigan to go live just in time for March Madness
Read full article: Legal sports betting in Michigan to go live just in time for March MadnessThe Michigan Gaming Control Board made the announcement Friday that sports fans will be able to bet on March Madness games when the legal betting goes live. MGM Grand in Detroit spent $7 million on a sports lounge and sports book. It will have seven walk-up windows and 15 kiosks. Greektown Casino sports book will be on the third level with kiosks, televisions, a bar and food. Motor City Casino didn’t respond to a comment request about what it has ready for sports betting, but it has met the requirements to begin onsite betting Wednesday.
Police find bag, high-powered rifle, list of cities inside Greektown Casino Hotel
Read full article: Police find bag, high-powered rifle, list of cities inside Greektown Casino HotelPolice find bag, high-powered rifle, list of cities inside Greektown Casino HotelPublished: February 18, 2020, 5:09 pmDetroit police arrested two people and recovered a weapon Tuesday at the Greektown Casino hotel, according to authorities.
Detroit police arrest 2 men after high-powered weapon found at Greektown Casino Hotel, chief says
Read full article: Detroit police arrest 2 men after high-powered weapon found at Greektown Casino Hotel, chief saysDETROIT – Detroit police arrested two men after a high-powered weapon was found hidden behind an ice maker machine at the Greektown Casino Hotel, Chief James Craig said. Inside the bag was a high-powered weapon, often referred to as a “Draco" -- an AK-47 with a 30-round magazine, Craig said. They linked that person to a specific hotel room and took two young men into custody, Craig said. This was not the suspects’ first visit to the hotel, according to authorities. He said this situation was an example of excellent police work, from Detroit officers to state troopers and hotel workers.
Detroit police chief: 2 arrested, weapon recovered at Greektown Casino Hotel
Read full article: Detroit police chief: 2 arrested, weapon recovered at Greektown Casino HotelDETROIT – Detroit police arrested two people and recovered a weapon Tuesday at the Greektown Casino hotel, according to authorities. UPDATE: Ohio man charged days after weapon found at Greektown Casino Hotel in DetroitRELATED: Detroit police arrest 2 men after high-powered weapon found at Greektown Casino Hotel, chief saysTwo young men were taken into custody, Detroit police Chief James Craig said. Officials found a high-powered weapon inside a bag at the casino and recovered the weapon, according to Craig. Several police cars were parked in front of the Greektown Hotel. Stay with Local 4 as we track this story.
Adjusted gross revenue for Detroit’s three casinos topped $1.4 billion last year
Read full article: Adjusted gross revenue for Detroit’s three casinos topped $1.4 billion last yearDETROIT – Adjusted gross revenue for Detroit’s three casinos topped $1.4 billion last year. MGM Grand Detroit reported $623.5 million in yearly revenue last year, while MotorCity Casino reported $493.6 million. Both amounts were the highest yearly adjusted gross revenue totals for the casinos since they opened in 1999. Greektown Casino reported $337.2 million in adjusted gross revenue in 2019. The three casinos paid the state nearly $118 million in gaming taxes last year.