C.J. Pierre, Author at Play Illinois

What The PENN-ESPN Deal Means For Barstool Sportsbook In Illinois

Dave Portnoy's deal to buy back Barstool Sports and get out of the sports betting game means ESPN Bet will take over in Illinois.

Posted on: August 8, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

Illinois Retail Sportsbooks: Nearly $1 Billion Bet In-Person Lifetime

A look at how Illinois retail sportsbooks are doing as the state nears $1 billion worth of bets made in person.

Posted on: August 3, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

Law Enforcement Would Handle Sports Bettors That Threaten Athletes In Illinois

As the popularity of sports betting grows in Illinois, it's up to law enforcement to protect athletes from angry sports bettors.

Posted on: August 2, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

Here’s What You Can Expect If Betway Sportsbook Comes To Illinois

Betway is now on the radar to purse an Illinois sports betting license. Here's what you can expect if they eventually launch.

Posted on: August 1, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

What To Expect When Hard Rock Bet Launches In Illinois

A closer look at how Hard Rock Bet runs in other states and what sports bettors can expect when it goes live in Illinois.

Posted on: July 28, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

Illinois Gaming Board Files Third Complaint Against VGT Operator

The Illinois Gaming Board has filed a third a disciplinary complaint against a VGT operator that has 1,200 VGTs in 200 statewide locations.

Posted on: July 27, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

Is This The Best Chicago Bears Team Since 2018?

As the 2023 Chicago Bears open training camp, there are signs it could be the best team since the 12-4 squad from five years ago.

Posted on: July 26, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

Dwyane Wade Joining WNBA Chicago Sky Ownership Group

Chicago native Dwyane Wade is a new owner of the Chicago Sky. This comes as the league is experiencing a spike in exposure and popularity.

Posted on: July 21, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

Illinois Well Represented At 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup

There will be several Illinois connections on the pitch once the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup gets underway on Thursday.

Posted on: July 17, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

Prosecutors Say Chiefs Superfan Is A Bank Robber In Wolf’s Clothing

Xaviar Babudar, known as "ChiefsAholic," allegedly robbed banks across the midwest and laundered some of the money at an Illinois casino.

Posted on: July 14, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

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What The PENN-ESPN Deal Means For Barstool Sportsbook In Illinois

Illinois Retail Sportsbooks: Nearly $1 Billion Bet In-Person Lifetime

Law Enforcement Would Handle Sports Bettors That Threaten Athletes In Illinois

Here’s What You Can Expect If Betway Sportsbook Comes To Illinois

What To Expect When Hard Rock Bet Launches In Illinois

Illinois Gaming Board Files Third Complaint Against VGT Operator

Is This The Best Chicago Bears Team Since 2018?

Dwyane Wade Joining WNBA Chicago Sky Ownership Group

Illinois Well Represented At 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup

Prosecutors Say Chiefs Superfan Is A Bank Robber In Wolf’s Clothing

East Dundee Considers Limitations On Video Gaming Terminals

Demolition Underway At Bally’s Future Chicago Location

Illinois Launches Its Ninth Online Operator: Hard Rock Bet

Village of Bolingbrook Seeks Residents’ Take on VGTs

Sizzling Summer Continues For Illinois Casinos In July