Illinois Online Gambling News

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

Man smashing guitar signifies grand opening of Hard Rock Casino Rockford

Grand Opening On August 29 Set For Hard Rock Casino Rockford

After three years in a temporary facility, Hard Rock Casino Rockford will open the doors on its permanent home in just over two months.

Posted on: June 13, 2024 | | T.J. McBride

New York, Illinois, and New Jersey, ranked first, second and third for April sports betting revenue

April Sports Betting Remains Strong With $1.1B Handle

Illinois Sports betting continued its brisk pace in April, as bettors wagered $1.1 Billion during. Good for second in the nation.

Posted on: June 12, 2024 | | Phil West

DraftKing and FanDuel logos with "Just Bluffing?" text, signifying the two operators' threats to exit IL over tax rate hike

Will DraftKings and FanDuel Pull Out Over Illinois Tax Hike?

DraftKings and FanDuel threatened to leave IL if the state hiked the tax rate, which it did. While unlikely, here's what that could mean.

Posted on: June 10, 2024 | | Dan Holmes

Balance sheet and stacks of coins signify strong month of May for Illinois casino revenue

Illinois Casinos Up 5% In May And Nearly 18% In Year-Over-Year Gains

It was another solid month for casino revenue generation in Illinois. May brought in the second-highest total in 2024 so far.

Posted on: June 9, 2024 | | Phil West

Hand shake signifies hiring of new gaming director at Hard Rock Rockford

Hard Rock Rockford Continues Hiring Push With Local Marine Veteran As Gaming Director

Mark Johnson, a Marine veteran and Rockford local, will return home to take the role of gaming director at Hard Rockford.

Posted on: June 6, 2024 | | T.J. McBride

Five thumbs down votes signify Evanston City Council voting down VGTs in restaurants

Evanston Rejects Proposal to Allow Gambling Machines in Restaurants

A proposal rejected by the Evanston City Council would have allowed video gaming terminals to be placed in as many as nine restaurants.

Posted on: June 4, 2024 | | Phil West

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

Grand Opening On August 29 Set For Hard Rock Casino Rockford

April Sports Betting Remains Strong With $1.1B Handle

Will DraftKings and FanDuel Pull Out Over Illinois Tax Hike?

Illinois Casinos Up 5% In May And Nearly 18% In Year-Over-Year Gains

Hard Rock Rockford Continues Hiring Push With Local Marine Veteran As Gaming Director

Evanston Rejects Proposal to Allow Gambling Machines in Restaurants

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