Illinois Online Gambling News

Rendering of new Hollywood Casino Aurora on a story about the city council approving a land rezoning for the proposed location.

TIF District Deal Paves Way For Hollywood Casino Relocation In Aurora

Penn's plans to relocate Hollywood Casino Aurora can proceed after a TIF district agreement was made between the city and a school district.

Posted on: November 10, 2023 | | T.J. McBride

Map of Downers Grove, IL on a story about the city possibly expanding the places that can house VLTs in 2024.

Downers Grove Sets November 2024 Vote On Video Gaming Terminals

Residents of Downers Grove, a suburb of Chicago, will vote in November 2024 on whether to allow video gaming terminals in the city.

Posted on: November 6, 2023 | | Cole Rush

Photo of Bally's Chicago in Medinah Temple on a story about the casino's success in the 3rd quarter.

Bally’s Buoyed By Chicago Casino’s Successes In Q3 Earnings Report

Bally's Corporation discussed the successes of its temporary casino in Chicago during its 3Q earnings report and plans for it moving forward.

Posted on: November 2, 2023 | | Cole Rush

Photo of a man whose sunglasses reflection shows him playing poker with logos of Illinois and a calendar on a story about November poker tournaments in the state.

November Promises To Be A Thrilling Month Of Poker In Illinois

Millions of dollars will be up for grabs at poker tournaments in November at card rooms across the state of Illinois.

Posted on: November 1, 2023 | | Anthony Cicali

Betway Pulls Out Of Illinois Sportsbook Licensing Process

Sports betting operator Betway seemed to be on track to get a license in Illinois before pulling out of the licensing process last week.

Posted on: October 31, 2023 | | Cole Rush

Photo of the sports bar inside the Golden Nugget Danville on a story about the casino receiving its permanent license.

Golden Nugget Danville Casino Receives Final License

After waiting years, the Golden Nugget has received its final license to operate a new Illinois casino in the city of Danville.

Posted on: October 30, 2023 | | T.J. McBride

A slot machine graphic with golf icons on a story about a golf course wanting to add slot machines to its facility in Illinois.

Golf Course In Mundelein Takes A Shot At Adding Slot Machines

A public golf course in the village of Mundelein, IL, wants to add a few slot machines to bring in customers and increase winter revenue.

Posted on: October 27, 2023 | | T.J. McBride

Photo of Medinah Temple where Bally's Casino resides on a story about the casino getting its gambling license approved through 2026.

Bally’s Chicago Gets Go-Ahead To Stay Open Through 2026

The temporary home for Bally's Chicago at Medinah Temple gained its gambling license by state gaming board through 2026.

Posted on: October 27, 2023 | | Cole Rush

Illinois Sweepstakes Machine Company Owner Sentenced To 5 1/2 Years

James T Weiss, owner of a sweepstakes machine company in Illinois, was sentenced to 5-1/2 years in scheme to get machines legalized.

Posted on: October 17, 2023 | | Hill Kerby

Photo of a solar eclipse with years 2023 and 2022 on it on a story about August sports betting revenue in Illinois.

August Sports Betting Shows Growth In Illinois, Outpacing 2022 By 19%

August sports betting in Illinois was solid despite August notoriously being a slow month for sports wagering.

Posted on: October 16, 2023 | | Darren Cooper

TIF District Deal Paves Way For Hollywood Casino Relocation In Aurora

Downers Grove Sets November 2024 Vote On Video Gaming Terminals

Bally’s Buoyed By Chicago Casino’s Successes In Q3 Earnings Report

November Promises To Be A Thrilling Month Of Poker In Illinois

Betway Pulls Out Of Illinois Sportsbook Licensing Process

Golden Nugget Danville Casino Receives Final License

Golf Course In Mundelein Takes A Shot At Adding Slot Machines

Bally’s Chicago Gets Go-Ahead To Stay Open Through 2026

Illinois Sweepstakes Machine Company Owner Sentenced To 5 1/2 Years

August Sports Betting Shows Growth In Illinois, Outpacing 2022 By 19%

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