$1.34 Billion Illinois Lottery Ticket Still Unclaimed
A ticket purchased in Des Plaines in July won the $1.34 billion prize. The unclaimed jackpot is the second-largest in Mega Millions history.
Posted on: September 1, 2022 |
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Mother, Son Arrested In Connection With IL Gambling Machine Thefts
Police arrest four people, including a mother and son, in connection with theft of $400,000 from gaming machines across Illinois.
Posted on: August 29, 2022 |
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$6 Million Lawsuit Can Proceed Against Caesars Over Stabbing At Illinois Casino
Federal judge rules the fiancee of a man fatally stabbed at Harrah's Joliet Hotel and Casino in 2019 can sue Caesars for $6 million.
Posted on: August 23, 2022 |
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Sportsbook At Hard Rock Casino Rockford A Wise Bet
Casino officials are considering adding a sportsbook to Hard Rock Casino Rockford, which first will need licensing and approval from the IGB.
Posted on: August 21, 2022 |
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Illinois Casino Breaks Attendance Record, Boosts Revenue For Rockford
Thanks to a record July when 45,000 guests visited the temporary Hard Rock casino in Rockford, the benefits to the Illinois town are growing.
Posted on: August 19, 2022 |
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Illinois Casino Walker’s Bluff Remains On Track To Open In 2023
Construction on the Walker’s Bluff Casino Resort in Carterville, Illinois is progressing nicely. The 190,000-square foot, $147 million Elite Casino Resorts facility is set to open in 2023.
Posted on: August 18, 2022 |
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Zoning Petitions Cater To New Danville Golden Nugget Casino
As Illinois gaming laws continue to loosen, the goal is for Danville and the Golden Nugget to be ready when the time comes.
Posted on: August 17, 2022 |
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Chicago Should Include An Illinois Sportsbook To Proposed Soldier Field Renovations
Chicago is hopeful the Bears will opt to renovate Soldier Field and remain there rather than move. Offering a sportsbook only makes sense.
Posted on: August 8, 2022 |
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River North Locals Attempt To Work With Bally’s On The Illinois Casino Proposal
River North residents have a list of requested changes to the construction plan for Bally's casino to avoid harmful impacts on the community.
Posted on: August 5, 2022 |
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A Tribal Casino In Shabbona Could Be A Niche Idea For The Potawatomi
A land dispute in Shabbona, IL between the Potawatomi Tribe and locals has come to a head. Could the tribe reconsider ideas to build a casino?
Posted on: August 4, 2022 |
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