Dan Holmes, Author at PlayIllinois

Illinois Launches Its Ninth Online Operator: Hard Rock Bet

Hard Rock Rockford Casino and Hard Rock Digital have teamed up to offer Prairie State bettors a new online sportsbook option: Hard Rock Bet.

Posted on: August 28, 2024 | | Dan Holmes

Ribbon cutting ceremony for Bally's Chicago VIP Lounge

VIP Lounge Opens At Bally’s Chicago

Bally's Chicago has added another feature at its temporary downtown location with the opening of its VIP Lounge on Aug. 19.

Posted on: August 20, 2024 | | Dan Holmes

Stock numbers with line graph overlay signify RSI stock sale

Several Factors Suggest No RSI Buyout On Horizon

Some think Rush Street Interactive could be in line for a buyout after execs sold off stocks. Several factors point to that not happening.

Posted on: August 16, 2024 | | Dan Holmes

Harness racers on a track, which IL state fairs will host this August

Pari-mutuel Harness Racing On Tap For August

Fans of horse racing in Illinois will have an opportunity in August to enjoy two pari-mutuel harness racing events.

Posted on: August 15, 2024 | | Dan Holmes

Bears fans at Soldier Field who will now have see more upgrades to ESPN Bet sportsbokk

PENN Improves ESPN BET Parlay Options Before NFL Season

PENN touted an 81% rise in ESPN BET users since its November launch and vowed to improve its NFL parlays, previously criticized as lackluster.

Posted on: August 9, 2024 | | Dan Holmes

Chicago skyline at night where Bally's Chicago is a big source of Bally's Q2 revenue growth

Bally’s Highlights Chicago Casino in Q2 Report

Bally's Corporation highlighted its temporary casino in Chicago for helping it post year-over-year revenue gains in the second quarter.

Posted on: August 5, 2024 | | Dan Holmes

Sad White Sox fans look on as the team approaches the record for most MLB losses

No, You Can’t Bet if White Sox Will Set MLB Loss Record

Even though the Chicago White Sox could set an MLB record for the most losses in a season, Illinois does not offer odds on it.

Posted on: July 30, 2024 | | Dan Holmes

Churchill Downs racetrack at night. The company owns Rivers Casino Des Plaines.

Churchill Downs Reports Record Revenue in Second Quarter

Helped by the success of Rivers Casino in Des Plaines, Churchill Downs reported record revenue in the second quarter of 2024.

Posted on: July 26, 2024 | | Dan Holmes

Bar graph showing rising taxes signifies Illinois's graduated sports betting tax rate taking effect

Illinois’ New Graduated Tax Rate Is Second Highest Behind New York

New Illinois graduated sports betting tax rate takes effect, pushing FanDuel and DraftKings to 40% Threshold.

Posted on: July 2, 2024 | | Dan Holmes

Chicago Blackhawks players whose jerseys will feature Circa Sportsbook patches next season.

Blackhawks To Wear Circa Sports Logo On Home Jerseys Next Season

Chicago Blackhawks jerseys to feature Circa Sports Logo starting at this week's NHL draft and continuing into the 2024-25 Season.

Posted on: June 26, 2024 | | Dan Holmes

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Illinois Launches Its Ninth Online Operator: Hard Rock Bet

VIP Lounge Opens At Bally’s Chicago

Several Factors Suggest No RSI Buyout On Horizon

Pari-mutuel Harness Racing On Tap For August

PENN Improves ESPN BET Parlay Options Before NFL Season

Bally’s Highlights Chicago Casino in Q2 Report

No, You Can’t Bet if White Sox Will Set MLB Loss Record

Churchill Downs Reports Record Revenue in Second Quarter

Illinois’ New Graduated Tax Rate Is Second Highest Behind New York

Blackhawks To Wear Circa Sports Logo On Home Jerseys Next Season

Bally’s Chicago Construction Schedule In Jeopardy Due to Unapproved Contractor

Illinois Senate Bill Would Allow State Lottery To Regulate Courier Services

Bally’s Changes Terms for Investment in Chicago Resort to Address Lawsuit

Harrah’s Metropolis Casino Forced to Close Due to Ohio River Floodwaters

East Dundee Considers Limitations On Video Gaming Terminals