Matt Boecker, Author at Play Illinois

Posts by Matt Boecker:

Proceeds From Bank Fraud May Have Been Used To Repay Illinois Gambling Debts

Marek Matczuk is charged in connection to fraudulent loans from Washington Federal Bank. Allegedly, money went to pay off gambling losses at Illinois casinos.

Posted on: October 12, 2022 | | Matt Boecker

Local Official Slams Bally’s Casino Chicago Traffic Report

A report showing Bally's temporary Chicago casino won't cause neighbourhood traffic overload was panned by a local official.

Posted on: October 5, 2022 | | Matt Boecker

PointsBet Parlay Pots Piemonte $3 Million Illinois Sports Betting Prize

Marco Piemonte cashed nearly $3 million on a six-leg Illinois sports betting football parlay that nearly paid $5.6 million.

Posted on: September 28, 2022 | | Matt Boecker

Rock On! Illinois Casino Announces Ground Breaking Event

The Hard Rock Rockford permanent casino will break ground on Wednesday. The 65,000-square-foot facility is projected to open in 2023.

Posted on: September 23, 2022 | | Matt Boecker

Fact Or Fiction: Illinois Online Casinos Will Cannibalize Retail Casinos

The truth from both academics and other jurisdictions is the addition of Illinois online casinos will not hurt the state's retail gaming.

Posted on: September 22, 2022 | | Matt Boecker

Bally’s Applies For An Illinois Sportsbook License

Shortly after applying to run a mobile sportsbook in Illinois, Bally's consulted on its casino proposal with Chicago’s Committee on Design.

Posted on: September 21, 2022 | | Matt Boecker

The Pros And Cons Of Illinois Retail Casinos Vs. Online

Online and retail casinos in Illinois are very different gambling experiences, but they are actually complementary to each other.

Posted on: September 20, 2022 | | Matt Boecker

What, Exactly, Is iGaming?

The word iGaming refers to much more than just online casinos. Learn what falls under the definition in terms of Illinois online gambling.

Posted on: September 16, 2022 | | Matt Boecker

Illinois Casinos In Chicago And Rockford Making Progress

Two major Illinois casinos — one in Chicago, one in Rockford — took significant steps this week toward opening their doors.

Posted on: September 9, 2022 | | Matt Boecker

Why Adding A 2nd NFL Team In Chicago Isn’t So Crazy

As the Chicago Bears take another step toward leaving for nearby Arlington, Soldier Field could help the city attract a second NFL team.

Posted on: September 7, 2022 | | Matt Boecker

Matt Boecker

Posts by Matt Boecker:

Proceeds From Bank Fraud May Have Been Used To Repay Illinois Gambling Debts

Local Official Slams Bally’s Casino Chicago Traffic Report

PointsBet Parlay Pots Piemonte $3 Million Illinois Sports Betting Prize

Rock On! Illinois Casino Announces Ground Breaking Event

Fact Or Fiction: Illinois Online Casinos Will Cannibalize Retail Casinos

Bally’s Applies For An Illinois Sportsbook License

The Pros And Cons Of Illinois Retail Casinos Vs. Online

What, Exactly, Is iGaming?

Illinois Casinos In Chicago And Rockford Making Progress

Why Adding A 2nd NFL Team In Chicago Isn’t So Crazy

Arlington Officials Deny Accusations Of Personal Paydays From Chicago Bears

Illinois March Madness Betting Key In $692 Million In “Lost Productivity”

How Do Sports Bettors Feel About Illinois Online Casinos? I Asked My Friends

FanDuel Ups Its Commitment To Responsible Gambling, Boosting Illinois Resources

Bally’s Quad Cities Casino Gets $34 Million Renovation