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Hard Rock, Betway Sportsbooks On Runway To Launch In Illinois

The launch of a Hard Rock Illinois sportsbook is more imminent. After it and Circa go live, there will be nine operators in the state.

Posted on: July 27, 2023 | | Dave Briggs

Illinois Gaming Board Files Third Complaint Against VGT Operator

The Illinois Gaming Board has filed a third a disciplinary complaint against a VGT operator that has 1,200 VGTs in 200 statewide locations.

Posted on: July 27, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

Signs Go Up At Bally’s Temporary Chicago Casino Opening Soon

Chicago's first casino is ready to welcome customers. It just needs approval from the Illinois Gaming Board to open to the public.

Posted on: July 26, 2023 | | Dave Briggs

Is This The Best Chicago Bears Team Since 2018?

As the 2023 Chicago Bears open training camp, there are signs it could be the best team since the 12-4 squad from five years ago.

Posted on: July 26, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

New Illinois Sportsbooks Coming — And They’re Not Circa Or Fanatics

PlayIllinois is predicting bet365 will land one of three online-only Illinois sports betting licenses to be announced Thursday by the IGB.

Posted on: July 25, 2023 | | Dave Briggs

Dwyane Wade Joining WNBA Chicago Sky Ownership Group

Chicago native Dwyane Wade is a new owner of the Chicago Sky. This comes as the league is experiencing a spike in exposure and popularity.

Posted on: July 21, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

Early Revenue Numbers From Newest Illinois Casinos In Waukegan And Danville

Just a few months after opening, revenue numbers reveal how the two newest casinos in Illinois are faring against the competition.

Posted on: July 20, 2023 | | Dave Briggs

Illinois Lottery Tickets Purchased With Ill-Gotten PPP Funds In Cook County

More Cook County workers have allegedly defrauded the Paycheck Protection Program. One used the money to purchase Illinois Lottery tickets.

Posted on: July 18, 2023 | | Matthew Lomon

Illinois Lottery Celebrates Lottery Week With $900M Powerball Draw And More

The Illinois Lottery has a host of prizes and specials planned to celebrate Lottery Week which begins July 17 and runs through Saturday.

Posted on: July 17, 2023 | | Matthew Lomon

No Cheap Trick: Hard Rock Rockford To Honor Hometown Music Heroes

Recently, the permanent casino in Rockford, the hometown of band Cheap Trick, passed a construction milestone. It is due to open in one year.

Posted on: July 17, 2023 | | Dave Briggs

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Hard Rock, Betway Sportsbooks On Runway To Launch In Illinois

Illinois Gaming Board Files Third Complaint Against VGT Operator

Signs Go Up At Bally’s Temporary Chicago Casino Opening Soon

Is This The Best Chicago Bears Team Since 2018?

New Illinois Sportsbooks Coming — And They’re Not Circa Or Fanatics

Dwyane Wade Joining WNBA Chicago Sky Ownership Group

Early Revenue Numbers From Newest Illinois Casinos In Waukegan And Danville

Illinois Lottery Tickets Purchased With Ill-Gotten PPP Funds In Cook County

Illinois Lottery Celebrates Lottery Week With $900M Powerball Draw And More

No Cheap Trick: Hard Rock Rockford To Honor Hometown Music Heroes

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