The current tribal leadership says they're working around the clock to get the casino reopened. "They came in here about a month ago and took our casino over, so we came in and we claimed our casino," said tribal member Tex McDonald. Action News wasn't able to get in touch with that group Saturday, but this week they told us why they're upset. Thursday night, a faction of the Chukchansi tribe that opposes current leadership stormed into the casino and attacked security guards with guns. She's among hundreds of customers turned away from the hotel after a feud turned violent between Chukchansi tribal members. He's 87 years old," Maples said, making reference to her father. The sudden closure is affecting hundreds of people, from employees who are wondering if they still have a job, to patrons who are still showing up for reservations they booked months in advance.įrustrated and tired, Marlia Maples is stuck without a hotel room even after booking a room for her and her disabled father one month in advance. They're part of a group that opposes the current tribal leadership. The closure came after 20 gunmen stormed the casino on Thursday. The resort is losing money by the minute because of a federally mandated shutdown. Frustration is growing over the shutdown of the Chukchansi Gold Resort and Casino, but some other local businesses are now benefitting. Frustration is growing over the shutdown of the Chukchansi Gold Resort and Casino, but some other local businesses are now benefitting.ĬOARSEGOLD, Calif.
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