A recent investigation has uncovered a network of illegal casinos operating in Florida, many of which are run by individuals with criminal backgrounds, including convictions for drug trafficking and racketeering. The Sun Sentinel reported that these illegal establishments continue to thrive despite increased police raids aimed at shutting them down. In a separate but related development, authorities in Florida are also looking into the alleged theft of 50 Spanish coins from the 1715 treasure fleet, valued at $1 million, amid ongoing discussions about the state's treasure hunting regulations.