California closing gap with Nevada-style resorts Newest tribal casinos up the ante for the Silver State
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SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA -- Outside the sprawling Southern California metropolises of Los Angeles and San Diego, out in the desert and among the scenic mountain ranges, dwells one of the most startling business success stories in state history.

And, unlike the high-tech boom of the '90s or the gold rush of 150 years ago, this one promises to have some staying power.

It is two industries in one: gaming and tourism. [ Full Story ]

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  • Palm Springs pitches self as gambling capital of California
  • Morongo tribe's fortunes are skyrocketing
  • Thriving casinos attract the dollars
  • Las Vegas resorts not threatened significantly by Southern California
  • Thunder Valley's food offerings left me most satiated
  • Thunder Valley Casino exceeds projections, could double profit target
  • Nevada casino interests watch recall from sidelines
  • Thunder Valley holding straight flush, executives say
  • Chumash deal with respect, resentment
  • Pechange tribe member details Indian gaming
  • Are Calfiornia's slots tighter than Reno's?
  • Nevada casinos anxious to see whether winter will divert visitors

    Reporters with The Reno Gazette-Journal and The Desert Sun undertook a special project to examine the health of the gaming industry, and explore the eco nomic dynamics of California’s unique gaming industry and its effect on Nevada gaming.
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