Legislative Session Ends Without Movement on iGaming
Two bills that would have legalized online casinos in Illinois remained stuck in committee as the state's 2024 legislative session ended.
Posted on: May 28, 2024 |
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Bill Targeting Dave & Buster’s Awaits Illinois House Vote
As the end of the Illinois legislative session draws near, a bill against Dave & Buster's plan to allow betting awaits a House vote.
Posted on: May 23, 2024 |
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Bally’s Chicago Doubles Down On High Standards For Responsible Gaming And Diversity
Bally's Chicago is promoting responsible gaming and diversity as part of a campaign after its parent company received RG accreditation.
Posted on: May 16, 2024 |
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An Increase To Illinois’ Sports Betting Tax Will Have A Negative Knock-On Effect For Bettors
Gov. JB Pritzker's proposal to increase the sports betting tax rate will boost state revenue, but at what cost to tax payers?
Posted on: May 15, 2024 |
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Steve Albini, Indie Music Pioneer And World Series Of Poker Bracelet Winner, Dead At 61
Steve Albini, who found notoriety in Chicago's indie music scene and fame in the World Series of Poker, died of a heart attack Tuesday.
Posted on: May 13, 2024 |
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Illinois Casino Revenue Drops To $137M In April But Up Year Over Year
April casino revenue in Illinois was down from March's totals but still outpaced the previous April and came close to February's total.
Posted on: May 9, 2024 |
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Illinois Lawmaker Files Bill To Counter Dave and Buster’s Proposed Betting App
After Dave and Buster's announced plans to create a betting app, an Illinois lawmaker has moved to outlaw it in the state.
Posted on: May 8, 2024 |
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While Other Operators Struggled, DraftKings Posted Strong Q1 Revenue In 2024
A strong first quarter has DraftKings raising the bar on its earnings potential for both sports betting and casino for the rest of 2024.
Posted on: May 7, 2024 |
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Strong Q1 Revenue Sets A Clear Path For MGM Resorts In 2024
MGM charts a successful path during a difficult first quarter for many operators. Execs plan to follow same growth plan for rest of 2024.
Posted on: May 6, 2024 |
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Illinois Residents Have Plenty Of Betting And Watch Party Options For 2024 Kentucky Derby
Illinois has several places to watch, and several ways to bet on, the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday.
Posted on: May 3, 2024 |
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