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Illinois Sweepstakes Manager Convicted Of Bribing Two Lawmakers, Wire Fraud

A Chicago business person is convicted of bribing two state legislators to pass a bill beneficial to his sweepstakes gaming company.

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

Out of Left Field: One Term’s Debated History And Possible Chicago Cubs Ties

Out of left field is a common term in everyday English, but where does the phrase come from? Here's a dive into its origins.

Posted on: June 23, 2023 | | Cole Rush

Illinois Lottery Using Blackjack Instant Ticket Game To Help The Homeless

The Illinois Lottery's instant ticket blackjack game directs all proceeds to prevention and assistance programs for the homeless

Posted on: June 22, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

Bally’s Temporary Casino At Medinah Temple Gets Preliminary Approval

The Illinois Gaming Board has given Bally's preliminary approval to open a temporary casino at the Medinah Temple location in River North.

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

DraftKings Sportsbook At Wrigley Opens June 27, Though No Sports Betting Yet

The two-storey DraftKings Sportsbook at Wrigley Field will first open as a sports bar with one of the largest video screens in the Midwest.

Posted on: June 20, 2023 | | Dave Briggs

Chicago Bears Begin Demolition Of Arlington Racecourse Grandstand

The Chicago Bears have begun demolition of the famed grandstand Arlington International Racecourse, but a new stadium may not be built there.

Posted on: June 19, 2023 | | Matthew Lomon

DraftKings Bids To Acquire PointsBet, Fanatics Illinois Sportsbook In Doubt

DraftKings has made a $195 million, all-cash offer for PointsBet’s US operations. The proposal tops an earlier bid by rival upstart Fanatics.

Posted on: June 19, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

New Illinois Casino Has Aurora Residents Worried About Traffic Problems

Plans for the new Hollywood Casino Aurora are underway. But there are traffic concerns among residents and commissioners.

Posted on: June 14, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

Illinois Sports Betting Industry Solidifies 2nd Place In The US With Terrific April

Illinois sports betting handle rose from April 2022 to April 2023, while most states saw sharp declines.

Posted on: June 12, 2023 | | Dave Briggs

Cubs Co-Owner Laura Ricketts Joins Chicago Sky Ownership Group

Chicago Cubs co-owner Laura Ricketts is part of a group that has agreed to buy 10% of the Chicago Sky. The deal is worth $8.5 million.

Posted on: June 8, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

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Illinois Sweepstakes Manager Convicted Of Bribing Two Lawmakers, Wire Fraud

Out of Left Field: One Term’s Debated History And Possible Chicago Cubs Ties

Illinois Lottery Using Blackjack Instant Ticket Game To Help The Homeless

Bally’s Temporary Casino At Medinah Temple Gets Preliminary Approval

DraftKings Sportsbook At Wrigley Opens June 27, Though No Sports Betting Yet

Chicago Bears Begin Demolition Of Arlington Racecourse Grandstand

DraftKings Bids To Acquire PointsBet, Fanatics Illinois Sportsbook In Doubt

New Illinois Casino Has Aurora Residents Worried About Traffic Problems

Illinois Sports Betting Industry Solidifies 2nd Place In The US With Terrific April

Cubs Co-Owner Laura Ricketts Joins Chicago Sky Ownership Group

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