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New Ordinance Would Lift Chicago Sports Betting Ban, A Key Step Toward In-Stadium Sportsbooks

Chicago Alderman Walter Burnett will introduce an ordinance that would allow sports betting in Chicago, one of the largest US cities.

Posted on: July 22, 2021 | | Joe Boozell

Blackhawks NHL Draft Odds, Schedule: Chicago’s Already Eventful Offseason Ramps Up This Week

The Blackhawks will choose 11th in the 2021 NHL Draft, and Illinois sportsbooks have odds for the weekend festivities.

Posted on: July 21, 2021 | | Joe Boozell

White Sox Field Of Dreams Game: You Can Bet On It In Illinois, But Only Iowans Can Come

The Field of Dreams game is set to take place near the movie set on Aug. 12, and Illinoisans can bet on the action.

Posted on: July 20, 2021 | | Joe Boozell

NBA Finals Wagering Is Cooling Off, But Options Abound During Dog Days Of Summer Betting In Illinois

The NBA Finals are wrapping up, and July is usually a down sports betting month. But you can bet on the Olympics in Illinois and more.

Posted on: July 19, 2021 | | Joe Boozell

Defendants In Illegal Gambling Ring Involving Casey Urlacher Are Getting Off Quite Easy

A few defendants in the illegal sports gambling case involving Casey Urlacher have been sentenced, and their punishments are modest.

Posted on: July 16, 2021 | | Joe Boozell

How Much Potential Revenue Could Illinois Have Made On Online Casino? The Senate Report Is In

The Illinois State Senate has finished its Internet Gaming in Illinois report, detailing how much money could have been generated had online casino been legal prior to the pandemic. And while the numbers are estimates, they are gaudy nonetheless. Report authors estimate that during the 16-month period beginning on Feb. 28, 2020, online casino gaming […]

Posted on: July 15, 2021 | | Joe Boozell

We’re Halfway There: Checking In On White Sox, Cubs World Series Odds

The Second City’s two baseball teams are trending in opposite directions as the second half of the MLB season nears. On one hand, we have the White Sox, who are 54-35 and own the best winning percentage in the American League despite a rash of injuries. On the other, we have the Cubs, who have […]

Posted on: July 14, 2021 | | Joe Boozell

Zalewski: $20 Million Mobile-Only Sports Betting License Will Be A Tough Sell

Lawmaker Zalewski confirms pinning down a sportsbook operator to pay the $20 million mobile-only sports betting license fee is unlikely to happen.

Posted on: July 13, 2021 | | Joe Boozell

Lightfoot On Chicago Casino Operator: There Are No Hometown Favorites

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot spoke about the Chicago casino project, and stressed that the city won't play favorites in the bidding process.

Posted on: July 12, 2021 | | Joe Boozell

Study Sponsor Targets Passage Of Online Casino Legislation In 2023

An internet gambling study could spark real consideration of legalizing the activity for Illinois in 2022. However, the lawmaker who ordered the study sees 2023 as a more realistic timeframe for Illinois to authorize online gambling.

Posted on: July 9, 2021 | | Matthew Kredell

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New Ordinance Would Lift Chicago Sports Betting Ban, A Key Step Toward In-Stadium Sportsbooks

Blackhawks NHL Draft Odds, Schedule: Chicago’s Already Eventful Offseason Ramps Up This Week

White Sox Field Of Dreams Game: You Can Bet On It In Illinois, But Only Iowans Can Come

NBA Finals Wagering Is Cooling Off, But Options Abound During Dog Days Of Summer Betting In Illinois

Defendants In Illegal Gambling Ring Involving Casey Urlacher Are Getting Off Quite Easy

How Much Potential Revenue Could Illinois Have Made On Online Casino? The Senate Report Is In

We’re Halfway There: Checking In On White Sox, Cubs World Series Odds

Zalewski: $20 Million Mobile-Only Sports Betting License Will Be A Tough Sell

Lightfoot On Chicago Casino Operator: There Are No Hometown Favorites

Study Sponsor Targets Passage Of Online Casino Legislation In 2023

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