Oklahoma court settlement could affect tribal casino opening
LAS CRUCES, N.M.Fort Sill Apache Tribe officials say a 2007 court settlement in Oklahoma gives them legal grounds to open a casino in New Mexico, despite opposition from Gov. Bill Richardson.
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