There's so many vacancies. The roads are like the surface of the moon. Mayor Dennis Archer, reversing earlier opposition, decides to locate two permanent casinos on the riverfront. Detroit sues 47 owners who refused an offer of 5 percent down for an option on their land, followed by payment during the following 18 months. City can condemn land for casinos, county judge rules.
Archer announces failure to secure riverfront property for all three casinos.
Only MGM Grand will move there.