Biz Journals – Thunder Valley Casino Resort launched a joint marketing relationship with MGM Resorts International where they now share rewards benefits. The reciprocal relationship means Thunder Valley customers with rewards programs can get discounts and special officers at MGM resorts in Las Vegas, and MGM rewards program customers can use their cards at Thunder Valley. Some of the shared member benefits include things such as personalized offers on hotel rooms, offers on dining and free casino play. “Thunder Valley is thrilled to be partnering with world-renowned MGM Resorts International and their prestigious Las Vegas properties to offer our Thunder…

Red Hawk Casino, underperforming since the day it opened and struggling to pay its bills, moved a step closer Thursday toward gaining financial relief. Gov. Jerry Brown signed into law a new gambling compact that reduces the revenue the state will collect from Red Hawk and its owner, the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians. Brown signed AB 1267 by Assemblyman Isadore Hall, D-Compton, which ratified the new compact the governor signed with the tribe last November. Despite the governor’s signature, the Shingle Springs casino isn’t out of financial trouble yet. The tribe has to restructure $500 million in debt…