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Soldier Field renovations should offer a retail sportsbook in Illinois

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 | | Matt Boecker

River North Bally's Illinois casino proposal challenged by locals

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 | | Matt Boecker

The Potawatomi Tribe is close to reclaiming lost land. Will they consider a tribal casino?

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 | | Matt Boecker

Winner Of Record Mega Millions Ticket Purchased In IL Still A Mystery

On July 29, a winning Mega Millions ticket was finally purchased at a Speedway in Des Plaines, 15 miles northwest of Chicago.

Posted on: August 3, 2022 | | Matt Boecker

Golden Nugget Casino In Danville Still On Track For 2023 Opening

Golden Nugget Danville Casino Over-Budget But On Track To Open In 2023

The new Golden Nugget Casino in Danville is still on track for its March 2023 opening, despite rising costs for the project.

Posted on: July 25, 2022 | | Jake Garza

Bally's plans to open temporary Chicago casino in 2023

Temporary Medinah Temple Casino Plans To Open In June 2023

Bally's is hoping to open its temporary Chicago casino by June 2023. The project includes a set of renovations to historic Medinah Temple.

Posted on: July 21, 2022 | | Jake Garza

Problem Gambling Study reveals risks for Illinois residents

New Study Prompts Illinois To Increase Problem Gambling Resources

Illinois is preparing new resources to help prevent problem gambling. The changes are due to a recent study's findings in the state.

Posted on: July 20, 2022 | | Jake Garza

Bally's could see credit rating drop thanks to Chicago Casino

Bally’s Casino Project Facing Stern Eye From Wall Street

Wall Street has concerns about the debt that Bally's is incurring for its casino project. The $1.7 billion project is a first for the company

Posted on: July 18, 2022 | | Jake Garza

Illinois Gamblers Bet Over $750 Million On Sports During May

Gamblers in Illinois bet millions of dollars on sports during May, but that handle might be small compared to what's coming this fall.

Posted on: July 13, 2022 | | Jake Garza

Illinois June 2022 Casino Revenue and Taxes

Illinois Casinos Brought In Over $100 Million Of June Revenue

Illinois casino revenue topped $110 million during June. That was a small dip from May, but an increase from June 2021.

Posted on: July 13, 2022 | | Jake Garza

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Chicago Should Include An Illinois Sportsbook To Proposed Soldier Field Renovations

River North Locals Attempt To Work With Bally’s On The Illinois Casino Proposal

A Tribal Casino In Shabbona Could Be A Niche Idea For The Potawatomi

Winner Of Record Mega Millions Ticket Purchased In IL Still A Mystery

Golden Nugget Danville Casino Over-Budget But On Track To Open In 2023

Temporary Medinah Temple Casino Plans To Open In June 2023

New Study Prompts Illinois To Increase Problem Gambling Resources

Bally’s Casino Project Facing Stern Eye From Wall Street

Illinois Gamblers Bet Over $750 Million On Sports During May

Illinois Casinos Brought In Over $100 Million Of June Revenue

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