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State gambling regulators authorize Michiganders to play online poker games on larger scale
Read full article: State gambling regulators authorize Michiganders to play online poker games on larger scaleBetMGM, the platform provider for MGM Grand Detroit, can allow multi-state internet poker games between Michigan and New Jersey after a decision made by state gambling regulators Wednesday.
Detroit casino workers, MGM Grand back to bargaining after deal was voted down
Read full article: Detroit casino workers, MGM Grand back to bargaining after deal was voted downUnionized Detroit casino workers are back at the bargaining table with MGM Grand Detroit for the first time since workers voted down a tentative contract agreement reached earlier this month, officials confirmed Wednesday.
Detroit casino workers reject tentative deal at MGM Grand, continue striking
Read full article: Detroit casino workers reject tentative deal at MGM Grand, continue strikingAfter reaching a tentative union contract with three Downtown Detroit casinos, unionized workers at two casinos voted to ratify the deal to officially end their strike.
Detroit casino workers to keep striking until tentative union deal is ratified
Read full article: Detroit casino workers to keep striking until tentative union deal is ratifiedUnionized workers on strike at three Downtown Detroit casinos reached a tentative deal Friday that could end the monthlong picket, but only after the deal is ratified by union members.
Detroit casino workers strike after union contract expires
Read full article: Detroit casino workers strike after union contract expiresThousands of unionized casino workers were set to walk out from three Downtown Detroit casinos Tuesday with their contract about to expire without a new agreement to replace it.
Strike possible at 3 Detroit casinos with union contracts set to expire
Read full article: Strike possible at 3 Detroit casinos with union contracts set to expireEmployees could walk out at three Detroit casinos on Tuesday if a new deal isn’t reached with their union by Monday, when the contracts are set to expire.
New food hall concept opens inside MGM Grand Detroit with 4 different options, replaces buffet
Read full article: New food hall concept opens inside MGM Grand Detroit with 4 different options, replaces buffetA new food hall concept offering various types of cuisine is opening at MGM Grand Detroit, replacing what was the Palette Dining Studio buffet.
Harper Woods man who used elaborate disguises to steal money from casino patrons sentenced on wire, identity fraud charges
Read full article: Harper Woods man who used elaborate disguises to steal money from casino patrons sentenced on wire, identity fraud chargesA Harper Woods man who is accused of using disguises and stealing nearly $100,000 from 10 casino patrons will be going to federal prison for four years.
Teen hospitalized after stolen vehicle crashes into pole in Detroit amid police chase
Read full article: Teen hospitalized after stolen vehicle crashes into pole in Detroit amid police chaseOne teenager has been hospitalized after a stolen vehicle crashed into a pole in Detroit amid a police chase early Tuesday morning.
Inside the case against Harper Woods man accused of using elaborate disguises to steal money
Read full article: Inside the case against Harper Woods man accused of using elaborate disguises to steal moneyNew court documents are giving us more information into an intricate scheme federal authorities say took place at the MGM Grand Detroit casino.
Some Michigan casinos plan on reopening soon after closing to help stop spread of COVID-19
Read full article: Some Michigan casinos plan on reopening soon after closing to help stop spread of COVID-19MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. – Detroit’s casinos remain closed, but 7 Indian casinos -- which closed voluntarily -- are reopening in the coming days. That includes Firekeepers Casino in Battle Creek and Soaring Eagle Casino in Mount Pleasant. The casinos are taking steps to minimize the risk of spreading coronavirus (COVID-19). READ: How MGM Grand Detroit will look when it reopens following coronavirus (COVID-19) shutdownSoaring Eagle Casino will have temperature checks. READ: Greektown Casino-Hotel provides housing for Detroit first responders working during coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemicWatch the full report above.
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.
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.
Friday Finds: New music to check out this week
Read full article: Friday Finds: New music to check out this week5 songs we have on repeat this week:Let Bygones Be Bygones -- Snoop DoggSnoop Dogg's newest track looks at his career, while paying tribute to Death Row Records founder Suge Knight. Knight and Snoop have had troubles between them in the past, but Snoop has previously said he forgave Knight. He apologized for "spending the music video budget on a fake ID and a checklist," which is a reference to his song "No Interruption." -- Oliver Tree feat. My friend showed me a music video when she introduced me to his music (thanks, Sarah!
Chefs to battle for best ramen at annual Ramen Battle Royale in Ann Arbor
Read full article: Chefs to battle for best ramen at annual Ramen Battle Royale in Ann ArborThe battle for best ramen takes place on July 14. ANN ARBOR, Mich. - On July 14, watch five chefs battle it out to be the victor of Slurping Turtles fifth annual Ramen Battle Royale in downtown Ann Arbor. Participating chefs include returning champion Brad Greenhill from Takoi (Detroit); Steve Ackermann from Slurping Turtle (Ann Arbor); Nick George from Dr. Sushi (Detroit); Sarah Welch of Marrow (Detroit); and James Woodward of the MGM Grand Detroit (Detroit). Tickets are $75 each and can be bought online through Slurping Turtles website. Slurping Turtle is located at 608 East Liberty St.All About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.