Casino planned as stadium is sold - 2004-02-06
Wimbledon Stadium could be converted into a Las Vegas-style gambling complex following its sale to one of America's largest casino operators.

On Tuesday last week it was revealed that owners Wembley were selling to Las Vegas-based MGM Mirage for £270 million.

The US gaming corporation now reportedly plans to build a giant casino, slot machine emporium and hotel development on the 14-acre site in Plough Lane.

It is believed that weekly greyhound races would still take place under the plans.
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Analysts lower estimates of casino deal's benefits - 2004-02-06
A second glance at the top bid for Illinois' 10th casino license shows the deal might not be as profitable for the state as originally advertised, industry analysts have warned.

But officials from Penn National Gaming Inc. said their plan - in which the company would buy the license from the state, then hand it back in exchange for the right to manage a state-run casino - would still make more money for the state than a privately owned gambling hall.
Read the full story at Chicago Daily Herald