News Archives - Play Illinois

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

An Illinois Senate bill would see the state lottery regulate courier services, opening the door for third-party sales in the state.

Posted on: May 5, 2025 | | Drew Ellis

A lawsuit prompted Bally's Chicago changes investments terms, which was open to minorities and women, to include residents of Chicago

Posted on: April 25, 2025 | | Corey Sharp

Harrah's Metropolis Casino has temporarily closed, with no timetable to re-open, because of rising water levels on the Ohio River.

Posted on: April 9, 2025 | | Corey Sharp

The proliferation of VGTs is causing concern in the Village of East Dundee, where there is an estimated one terminal for every 25 residents.

Posted on: August 30, 2024 | | Cole Rush

The demolition phase began this week at the former Chicago Tribune site which will house the permanent Bally's Chicago casino resort.

Posted on: August 29, 2024 | | Phil West

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

Bolingbrook in Southwest Chicago has approved a question on November's ballot asking voters their opinion on video gaming terminals.

Posted on: August 23, 2024 | | Cole Rush

Illinois' 15 casinos brought in more than $135 million in July, continuing a strong June and nearing the $1 billion mark for 2024 revenue.

Posted on: August 22, 2024 | | Phil West

A call to fill a wide range of jobs at the Wind Creek Chicago Southland could mean the casino is close to opening.

Posted on: August 21, 2024 | | Phil West