41.   Stephen A. Wynn of Mirage Resorts is talking to the Cabazon Band of Mission Indians about building a resort near Palm Springs, a tribal official said.

42.   That is disappointing news to tribal officials who were hoping for an answer in a couple of weeks.

43.   The compacts generally eliminate questions about the legal status of Indian gaming, which helps tribal officials attract more reputable casino investors.

44.   The council also is expected to work with elected state and local officials, tribal officials and others to develop more coordinated policies.

45.   The lawsuit forced tribal officials to close two of the worst jails in Chinle and Tuba City and agree to stop overcrowding.

46.   The letter from the gaming department marks the first time that any agency formally has raised the issue with tribal officials.

47.   The new boats are unlike anything in use in North America, tribal officials said.

48.   The reason is a growing concern over long-term tribal income, which tribal officials say is sliding slowly toward a crisis point.

49.   The Taliban surrendered the important border town of Spinbaldak on Monday night to two tribal leaders, tribal officials said.

50.   Then the possibility of CIA help came up, and tribal officials saw a way to get the help they needed.