Coquille Tribe moves forward

January 27, 2025

The Coquille Tribe has received federal approval to build a casino in Medford, Oregon, on their ancestral lands. The U.S. Department of the Interior’s decision grants the tribe permission to develop the project on a 2.42-acre site. Tribal leaders say the casino will boost economic growth, create jobs, and fund community services.

However, the project faces opposition from local officials and the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe, citing concerns over competition and impacts on regional resources.

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