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

Construction at the future site of Bally's Chicago halted due to investigation into a potential violation of Illinois law

Posted on: May 6, 2025 | | Derek Helling

Chicago Red Stars Ready To Defy Illinois Sportsbooks Again In NWSL Championship

The Chicago Red Stars have reached the 2021 NWSL Championship and Illinois sportsbooks will have action on the match.

Posted on: November 20, 2021 | | Derek Helling

No Goals For Pugh: Illinois Sportsbooks Selling Chicago Red Stars In 2021 NWSL Semifinal

The latest Chicago Red Stars semifinal odds show Portland Thorns FC as a massive favorite at Illinois sportsbooks due to a key absence.

Posted on: November 14, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Illinois Sportsbooks Favor Chicago Sky For First Time In 2021 WNBA Finals

WNBA Finals Game 3 will put one team just a win away from a championship in 2021. Illinois sportsbooks like the home team in that contest.

Posted on: October 15, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Agent Crucial To Illegal Uncle Mick Gambling Ring Pleads Guilty

Justin Hines, another person of interest in the Uncle Mick gambling ring, has pleaded guilty and now awaits sentencing along with others.

Posted on: October 14, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Illinois Sportsbooks Predicting An Avalanche Getting In Chicago’s Way For 2021-22 NHL Season

Illinois sportsbooks have an array of Chicago Blackhawks futures and promos ahead of the team's opener for the 2021-22 season.

Posted on: October 13, 2021 | | Derek Helling

WNBA Finals Odds Today: Sportsbooks Adjust Total For Chicago Sky’s Game 2

WNBA Finals Game 2 is set for Wednesday night and the Chicago Sky have a chance to put themselves just one win short of a title in 2021.

Posted on: October 13, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Illinois Sportsbooks Rebound To Clear $400 Million In Handle In August

The August sports betting numbers for 2021 represent bettors in the state getting ready for the return of college football and the NFL.

Posted on: October 12, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Illinois Sportsbooks Favor Repeat Of 2014 In Game 1 Of 2021 WNBA Finals

The Chicago Sky will again compete for the franchise's first championship in a best-of-five series and WNBA Finals Game 1 odds are live.

Posted on: October 10, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Hard Rock Casino To Take Another Hard Look At Possible Chicago Bid

The possibility of a third Hard Rock Casino within a 200-mile radius of northern Illinois and Indiana has new life but is still uncertain.

Posted on: October 8, 2021 | | Derek Helling

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

Chicago Red Stars Ready To Defy Illinois Sportsbooks Again In NWSL Championship

No Goals For Pugh: Illinois Sportsbooks Selling Chicago Red Stars In 2021 NWSL Semifinal

Illinois Sportsbooks Favor Chicago Sky For First Time In 2021 WNBA Finals

Agent Crucial To Illegal Uncle Mick Gambling Ring Pleads Guilty

Illinois Sportsbooks Predicting An Avalanche Getting In Chicago’s Way For 2021-22 NHL Season

WNBA Finals Odds Today: Sportsbooks Adjust Total For Chicago Sky’s Game 2

Illinois Sportsbooks Rebound To Clear $400 Million In Handle In August

Illinois Sportsbooks Favor Repeat Of 2014 In Game 1 Of 2021 WNBA Finals

Hard Rock Casino To Take Another Hard Look At Possible Chicago Bid

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