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Maryland governor proposes legalized slots

26 September 2007

News Brief: Gov. Martin O'Malley says that he will push for legalized slot machine gambling as a way to close Maryland's $1.7 billion budget hole, help the state's struggling horse industry and preserve open space.

Magna to acquire Maryland Jockey Club interest

24 September 2007

Magna Entertainment Corp. has exercised its option to acquire the remaining interest in The Maryland Jockey Club that it does not already own.

Rosecroft Raceway acquisition moves forward

12 September 2007

Penn National Gaming, Inc. has executed a definitive agreement for its previously announced acquisition of Rosecroft Raceway in Fort Washington, Maryland from Cloverleaf Enterprises, Inc.

Penn Gaming to acquire Maryland race track

13 August 2007

News Brief: Penn National Gaming Inc., owner of Hollywood Casino in Tunica, has entered into a preliminary agreement to buy Rosecroft Raceway in Fort Washington, Md. from Cloverleaf Enterprises Inc.

Penn National Gaming to acquire Rosecroft Raceway

10 August 2007

Penn National Gaming, Inc. has entered into a binding letter of intent to purchase Rosecroft Raceway in Fort Washington, Maryland from Cloverleaf Enterprises, Inc.

Auction considered for Maryland slots

30 July 2007

News Brief: With one of Maryland's most powerful Democrats predicting slot machines will be used to ease the state's budget deficit, some Republicans are focusing on an 'auction' system they believe will give government the most money.

Slots fail to aid horse racing

25 June 2007

News Brief: Maryland horse racing officials have repeatedly said that slots are needed to breathe new life into their industry.

Maryland senate rejects slot budget plan

22 March 2007

News Brief: The Maryland Senate has rejected a Republican plan to close a projected budget shortfall next year by slashing spending and legalizing slots.

Maryland slot proponents continue campaign

6 March 2007

News Brief: Slot machine gambling proponents are set to make their most urgent plea yet for Maryland to approve expanded gaming Tuesday, saying it's needed to stave off fiscal ruin for the state and to protect the horse industry.

Maryland Ticket Wins Mega Million Jackpot

19 July 2006

A winning Mega Million ticket was purchased in District Heights, Maryland. The ticket is worth an estimated $49 million.

Horse Racing is Betting on Internet Wagering

16 May 2006

News Brief: Horse racing's problem is obvious: a decades-long slump in attendance and wagering at the track.

Reports: Illegal Gambling Costs Maryland Millions

25 January 2006

News Brief: Slot machines in the Baltimore area that illegally pay out winnings to gamblers may be costing the state at least $15 million a year in lost tax revenue, according to a

Gaming Companies Bet on Maryland Lobbyists

1 June 2005

News Brief: Gambling-related businesses continue to hire high-priced Annapolis lobbyists, hoping to position themselves for profits if Maryland legalizes slot machines, disclosure forms showed yesterday.

Baltimore Cracks Down on Charity Gambling Events

9 May 2005

News Brief: Baltimore City has been cracking down on charity gambling events after noticing the growing popularity of ‘Texas Hold 'em’ poker tournaments at city bars and restaurants last summer.

Proposed Slots Ban Advances

27 April 2005

An ordinance that would prohibit slot machines anywhere in Frederick County moved forward Tuesday when the county commissioners voted unanimously to hold public hearings on the measure.

Governor, Legislators Engage in Last-Minute Slots Negotiations

11 April 2005

Gov. Robert Ehrlich and Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller worked Friday to try to resurrect stalled slot machine legislation and get it approved before the 2005 session ends Monday.

Maryland Slot Bill Passes

25 February 2005

News Brief: A bill to legalize slot machines in Maryland won 71 votes, the exact number needed for passage, in the House of Delegates this afternoon.

Slots Bill on the Move

23 February 2005

Legislation that would authorize up to 9,500 slot machines in Anne Arundel, Dorchester, Frederick and Harford counties could reach the full House of Delegates for debate before the end of the week.

Maryland Bill Would Ban Gambling Groups' Political Donations

22 February 2005

News Brief: Del. Luiz R.S. Simmons renewed yesterday his pitch for a bill to prohibit political donations from gambling interest groups and said that, if necessary, he will propose a ban as an amendment if a slots bill makes it to the House floor for a vote.

Maryland Racetrack Deal Collapses

16 February 2005

News Brief: Orioles owner Peter G. Angelos' family pulled out of a deal yesterday to buy the Rosecroft Raceway, a surprise move that track officials cast as a vote of no-confidence in the prospects for legislation allowing slot machine gambling at racetracks.

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