Regional Southwest news covering Utah, Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico brings several significant developments in gambling and gaming industries.

Texas sports betting faced setbacks in recent election results, despite studies showing potential economic benefits. Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones emphasized the state is missing substantial revenue without regulated sports betting.

Las Vegas Sands continues pushing for Texas casino expansion, projecting $6B costs for their New York casino while maintaining Texas interest. The Dallas City Council remains divided on casino proposals, though Mark Cuban expresses interest in partnering with Sands for a DFW casino.

In California, the legislature passed a bill allowing tribal casinos to sue cardrooms, awaiting Governor Newsom's approval. The Death Valley Tribe received BIA approval for a California casino project, while the Bicycle Casino security was cleared in a controversial death investigation.

Arizona regulators are cracking down on slots-like bingo machines, while also reopening their sports betting market to new operators. New Mexico faced challenges with casino-related crime, including a violent robbery of a casino winner, though suspects were arrested. Additionally, flooding damaged a New Mexico race track, forcing event reschedulements.

In Houston, Tilman Fertitta, Golden Nugget's owner, expressed interest in bringing NHL and WNBA teams to the city. Nevada's in-person requirement continues to impact sports betting revenue, while the Carano family, Caesars' largest shareholders, list their California vineyard for nearly $8M.

The Adelson and Dumont families acquired prime Dallas real estate, and Mark Cuban confirmed the Dallas Mavericks will remain in Texas following NBA's sale approval. Law enforcement continues addressing illegal gambling operations, with recent raids in Oakland and arrests in California connected to attempted card room robberies.

Former Texas Governor Perry renewed calls for sports betting legalization, while a struggling New Mexico town seeks Pueblo partnership for a casino complex development. The Harry Reid Airport experienced flight delays due to wildfire conditions, highlighting environmental impacts on gaming operations.

These developments reflect the dynamic landscape of Southwest gaming, with ongoing legislative battles, expansion efforts, and regulatory challenges shaping the region's gambling industry.

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