Illinois Online Gambling News

Bet $5, Win $150 With DraftKings NBA Finals Deal

DraftKings could be the perfect option for NBA Finals betting. If you haven't tried the sportsbook before, then its new deal might be for you

Posted on: June 13, 2022 | | Jake Garza

Illinois horse race bettors remember Secretariat's Belmont Stakes Win

Here’s Why Secretariat Is Still The Greatest Horse To Win The Belmont Stakes

The 154th running of the Belmont Stakes means the audience will be regaled with tales of Secretariat, who won the Triple Crown in 1973.

Posted on: June 10, 2022 | | Darren Cooper

Illinois Sports Betting Generates Over $800 Million In April Wagers

April was another huge month for Illinois sports betting. The state's market held off the slower stretch of the year thanks to the NBA and MLB

Posted on: June 8, 2022 | | Jake Garza

Poarch Band breaks ground on Wind Creek Casino Chicago

Poarch Band Breaks Ground On Wind Creek Casino In South Suburbs

The Poarch Band of Creek Indians held a groundbreaking ceremony for their new Wind Creek Casino this week. The building plans to open in 2023.

Posted on: June 8, 2022 | | Jake Garza

WynnBet Submits application for Illinois sports betting application

WynnBet Applies For Illinois Sports Betting License

WynnBet wants to become the latest online sportsbook to launch in Illinois. The company could end up working with a sports team from Chicago.

Posted on: June 6, 2022 | | Jake Garza

sports tech helps line shoppers in Illinois

How Competition Among Sports Tech Companies Affects Sports Betting

Sports tech companies, such as Genius Sports and Sportradar, are growing rapidly. Is sports betting impacted by their competition?

Posted on: May 26, 2022 | | Frank Weber

Chicago City Council Approves Bally's Casino

Chicago City Council Votes To Move Forward With Bally’s Casino

Bally's just scored a huge win for its new River West casino. The Chicago City Council voted to move forward with the $1.7 billion project.

Posted on: May 25, 2022 | | Jake Garza

Ballys Casino Wins Approval From Chicago City Council

Chicago Casino Committee Approves Plans For Bally’s Casino

A special casino committee just approved the plans for Bally's Chicago Casino. A full Chicago City Council vote will take place on Wednesday.

Posted on: May 23, 2022 | | Jake Garza

Illinois horse betting, 2022 Preakness Stakes

The 5 Best On The Nose, Chill-Inducing Preakness Finishers

The Preakness is all about passion. It creates tension and drama. Here are five of the closest chill-inducing Preakness finishes of all time.

Posted on: May 19, 2022 | | Darren Cooper

Remembering The Fore! Fathers Best PGA Championship Moments

The PGA Championship has been played since 1916 and this weekend it comes to the Southern Hills Country Club in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Posted on: May 18, 2022 | | Darren Cooper

Bet $5, Win $150 With DraftKings NBA Finals Deal

Here’s Why Secretariat Is Still The Greatest Horse To Win The Belmont Stakes

Illinois Sports Betting Generates Over $800 Million In April Wagers

Poarch Band Breaks Ground On Wind Creek Casino In South Suburbs

WynnBet Applies For Illinois Sports Betting License

How Competition Among Sports Tech Companies Affects Sports Betting

Chicago City Council Votes To Move Forward With Bally’s Casino

Chicago Casino Committee Approves Plans For Bally’s Casino

The 5 Best On The Nose, Chill-Inducing Preakness Finishers

Remembering The Fore! Fathers Best PGA Championship Moments

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