News from Southwest United States focuses on gambling and sports betting developments across Utah, Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Missouri voters approved sports betting on Election Day, while Texas faces ongoing challenges in legalizing gambling operations. A recent economic study indicates sports betting would provide significant financial benefits for Texas.

Notable Regional Developments:

• New Mexico casino robbery suspects apprehended
• Harry Reid Airport experienced flight delays due to wildfire conditions
• Mark Cuban expresses interest in DFW casino partnership with Sands
• Oakland illegal gambling operation shut down
• Arizona regulators target slots-like bingo machines

Key Legislative Updates:

• California passed bill allowing tribal casinos to sue cardrooms
• Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones advocates for Texas sports betting
• Cherokee Casino at Will Rogers Downs reopens post-tornado
• Death Valley Tribe receives BIA approval for California casino
• Nevada's in-person requirement affects sports betting revenue

Business Developments:

• Carano Family and Caesars selling California vineyard for $8M
• Arizona opening sports betting market to new operators
• Tilman Fertitta exploring NHL and WNBA teams for Houston
• Las Vegas Sands initiates Texas casino petition drive
• Stronach Group faces challenges over Santa Anita operations

Safety and Legal Matters:

• San Bernardino family receives $4M settlement in police shooting
• Oakland gambling den security guard linked to homicide cases
• California card room attempted robbery leads to arrests
• Adelson and Dumont families acquire Dallas property
• NBA approves Dallas Mavericks sale with commitment to Texas

This comprehensive overview highlights significant gambling, sports, and business developments across the Southwest region, focusing on regulatory changes, business expansions, and public safety concerns.

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