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Bally’s Chicago To Begin Construction On Permanent Casino In 2024

Bally's has a deal with the Chicago Tribune that will see the newspaper exit its printing plant site in 2024 so casino construction can begin.

Posted on: May 8, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

The Temporary Casino Gets Mixed Reviews From Three Patrons

Casino gets top marks for staff friendliness, but its food and beverage operations need some work, customers say.

Posted on: May 8, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

Two Phil’s And Trainer Larry Rivelli Racing For Chicago In Kentucky Derby

The Hawthorne-based Thoroughbred and his trainer Larry Rivelli have deep roots in Chicago horse racing. As does the rest of Two' Phil's team.

Posted on: May 5, 2023 | | Dave Briggs

Here’s What We Know About The Sportsbooks At Wrigley Field And United Center

The DraftKings Sportsbook at Wrigley Field is taking bets and the FanDuel Sportsbook at United Center is still pending.

Posted on: May 5, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

Penn Entertainment Gets Approval To Relocate Its Two Illinois Casinos

The Illinois Gaming Board clears Penn Entertainment's plans to relocate its Hollywood Casino Aurora and Hollywood Casino Joliet.

Posted on: May 4, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

Rich Strike winning the 2022 Kentucky Derby

PointsBet Racing Coming To Illinois, VP Predicts It Will Transform Horse Racing

The app launched today in 25 states, but VP Paul Hannon told PlayIllinois the app still needs to be approved by the Illinois Racing Board.

Posted on: May 4, 2023 | | Dave Briggs

Golden Nugget Danville Casino Could Be Open This Spring

Golden Nugget Danville will soon becoming the newest casino in Illinois. The opening date is closer than ever.

Posted on: May 3, 2023 | | Cole Rush

Darnell Wright, Chicago Bears and Devon Witherspoon Seattle Seahawks

2023 NFL Draft Wrap-Up: Bears, Wildcats, Fighting Illini All Solid

Illinois had a strong 2023 NFL Draft. The Chicago Bears made some key picks, and both the Fighting Illini and Wildcats were well represented.

Posted on: May 3, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

How The Word “Jackpot” Came To Be Used In Gambling

We use "jackpot" on a regular basis. But where did the term come from? It has origins in an old poker game.

Posted on: May 1, 2023 | | Cole Rush

Circa Sportsbook Approved In Illinois, Here’s When We Expect It To Launch

Circa Sportsbook hopes to open as soon as August now that it is licensed as the newest retail and online sportsbook in Illinois.

Posted on: April 27, 2023 | | Dave Briggs

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Bally’s Chicago To Begin Construction On Permanent Casino In 2024

The Temporary Casino Gets Mixed Reviews From Three Patrons

Two Phil’s And Trainer Larry Rivelli Racing For Chicago In Kentucky Derby

Here’s What We Know About The Sportsbooks At Wrigley Field And United Center

Penn Entertainment Gets Approval To Relocate Its Two Illinois Casinos

PointsBet Racing Coming To Illinois, VP Predicts It Will Transform Horse Racing

Golden Nugget Danville Casino Could Be Open This Spring

2023 NFL Draft Wrap-Up: Bears, Wildcats, Fighting Illini All Solid

How The Word “Jackpot” Came To Be Used In Gambling

Circa Sportsbook Approved In Illinois, Here’s When We Expect It To Launch

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