Illinois Online Gambling News

Chicago Cubs player running bases, signifies growth of in-game betting in Illinois

Tier 2 Sports Betting Surpassed Tier 1 Betting In Illinois Over Past 12 Months

In the 12 months from May 2023 to April 2024, Tier 2 sports betting handle in Illinois, despite its restrictions, surpassed Tier 1 betting.

Posted on: July 8, 2024 | | Phil West

Bar graph showing rising taxes signifies Illinois's graduated sports betting tax rate taking effect

Illinois’ New Graduated Tax Rate Is Second Highest Behind New York

New Illinois graduated sports betting tax rate takes effect, pushing FanDuel and DraftKings to 40% Threshold.

Posted on: July 2, 2024 | | Dan Holmes

Champagne glasses clink symbolizing Bally's Chicago's one millionth visitor

One Millionth Visitor Celebrated At Bally’s Chicago

Stellar revenue and attendance numbers gave the Medinah Temple casino more reasons to celebrate along with its millionth-visitor milestone.

Posted on: July 1, 2024 | | Phil West

Bon appetit in wood letters signifying all the dining options at Hard Rock Rockford

Hard Rock Rockford To Offer Array Of Dining Options At Permanent Location

Hard Rock Rockford's new home, set to open Aug. 29, will have nine restaurants and bars offering everything from street tacos to fine dining.

Posted on: June 27, 2024 | | T.J. McBride

Chicago Blackhawks players whose jerseys will feature Circa Sportsbook patches next season.

Blackhawks To Wear Circa Sports Logo On Home Jerseys Next Season

Chicago Blackhawks jerseys to feature Circa Sports Logo starting at this week's NHL draft and continuing into the 2024-25 Season.

Posted on: June 26, 2024 | | Dan Holmes

A view of a live concert, signifying that Rockford could add a 5% amusement tax to the new Hard Rock Rockford.

Hard Rock Rockford Considers Adding Amusement Tax To Events

Event tickets will cost 5% more after Hard Rock Casino Rockford moves into its permanent facility if a proposed amusement tax is approved.

Posted on: June 25, 2024 | | Tyler Andrews

Online casino graphic symbolizes how Illinois could take legalization cue from sports betting tax rate hike

Could Sports Betting Tax Hike Propel New Illinois Online Casino Talks?

Two bills to legalize online casinos in Illinois died in committee, but new tax rate hikes on sports betting could help revive them in 2025.

Posted on: June 24, 2024 | | Phil West

A woman looking at a series of obstacles, signifying the path facing Bally's Chicago.

As Bally’s Prepares For Chicago Casino Construction, What Obstacles Remain?

Bally's Chicago casino site is being readied for construction, but concerns have been raised about the project's funding and location.

Posted on: June 21, 2024 | | Phil West

A person adding a seal of approval signifies Illinois granting licenses to seven IL sports betting licensees

Seven Sportsbooks Have Licenses Renewed But Brace For A Ban On In-State College Betting

Illinois sportsbook operators including DraftKings and FanDuel obtain license renewals but face a looming ban on college sports betting.

Posted on: June 18, 2024 | | Phil West

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, who questions Bally's Chicago's plans for permanent casino

Mayor Johnson Questions Viability Of Bally’s Chicago But Development Marches On

Despite skepticism from Mayor Johnson's office, Bally's Chicago continues taking steps toward groundbreaking on its permanent casino.

Posted on: June 17, 2024 | | Rashid Mohamed

Tier 2 Sports Betting Surpassed Tier 1 Betting In Illinois Over Past 12 Months

Illinois’ New Graduated Tax Rate Is Second Highest Behind New York

One Millionth Visitor Celebrated At Bally’s Chicago

Hard Rock Rockford To Offer Array Of Dining Options At Permanent Location

Blackhawks To Wear Circa Sports Logo On Home Jerseys Next Season

Hard Rock Rockford Considers Adding Amusement Tax To Events

Could Sports Betting Tax Hike Propel New Illinois Online Casino Talks?

As Bally’s Prepares For Chicago Casino Construction, What Obstacles Remain?

Seven Sportsbooks Have Licenses Renewed But Brace For A Ban On In-State College Betting

Mayor Johnson Questions Viability Of Bally’s Chicago But Development Marches On

East Dundee Considers Limitations On Video Gaming Terminals

Demolition Underway At Bally’s Future Chicago Location

Illinois Launches Its Ninth Online Operator: Hard Rock Bet

Village of Bolingbrook Seeks Residents’ Take on VGTs

Sizzling Summer Continues For Illinois Casinos In July