Illinois Online Gambling News

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 | | T.J. McBride

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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 | | Hill Kerby

Calculator reading "losses" signifies Bally's first quarter revenue despite Chicago casino earnings

Bally’s Reports IQ Losses Despite Chicago Casino Successes

Despite losses in the first three months of 2024, Bally's Corporation celebrated its successes in Chicago during an earnings call this week.

Posted on: May 2, 2024 | | Phil West

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, who is considering hiring a consultant to explore VGTs in the city

Chicago Mayor Wants To Explore Potential For Video Gaming Terminals In The City

Chicago's mayor is seeking a consultant to help explore the possibility of bringing video gaming terminals — and their revenue — to the city.

Posted on: May 2, 2024 | | Cole Rush

Main entrance to Wrigley Field where DraftKings received full licensure to offer its retail Illinois sportsbook

Illinois Gaming Board Grants DraftKings Full License For Wrigley Sportsbook

DraftKings officially receives full Illinois sports betting license to operate its retail sportsbook at Wrigley Field.

Posted on: April 30, 2024 | | Dan Holmes

Woman shaking hands during job interview symbolizes new Hard Rock Rockford hiring HR manager to lead 400 new hires

Rockford Casino’s New HR Head Tasked With Hiring 400 ‘Rockstars’

The new HR manager at Hard Rock Casino in Rockford, Aleksandra Micevic, is looking to hire 400 full-time employees by August.

Posted on: April 29, 2024 | | Rashid Mohamed

Call To Action text signifies FanDuel asking IL users to protest sports betting tax rate hike

FanDuel Urges Customers To Protest Against Proposed Tax Rate Hike In Illinois

In a bold letter to IL customers, FanDuel urges them to mobilize against a budget bill that would increase the sports betting tax rate.

Posted on: April 26, 2024 | | Nikhil Kalro

Chicago skyline, signifying Illinois igaming bills still in both state legislative chambers

Illinois Online Casino Bills Still Alive With A Month To Go

With about a month remaining in the 2024 session, both the Illinois House and Senate still have iGaming bills up for committee consideration.

Posted on: April 25, 2024 | | Phil West

Casino table close up signifying Bally's Chicago's strong month of March

Bally’s Chicago Revenue, Attendance Grow In March Amid Takeover Bid Attempt

The chairman of Bally's was thrilled to see March numbers for Bally's Chicago increase as he tries to take over the gaming company.

Posted on: April 22, 2024 | | Phil West

Illinois Feb. Sports betting revenue up 26% year over year

February Sports Betting Handle Up 26% Over 2023 In Illinois

Illinois sports betting handle in February was more than 26% higher year over year but down significantly compared to the previous month.

Posted on: April 19, 2024 | | Phil West

Strong Q1 Revenue Sets A Clear Path For MGM Resorts In 2024

Illinois Residents Have Plenty Of Betting And Watch Party Options For 2024 Kentucky Derby

Bally’s Reports IQ Losses Despite Chicago Casino Successes

Chicago Mayor Wants To Explore Potential For Video Gaming Terminals In The City

Illinois Gaming Board Grants DraftKings Full License For Wrigley Sportsbook

Rockford Casino’s New HR Head Tasked With Hiring 400 ‘Rockstars’

FanDuel Urges Customers To Protest Against Proposed Tax Rate Hike In Illinois

Illinois Online Casino Bills Still Alive With A Month To Go

Bally’s Chicago Revenue, Attendance Grow In March Amid Takeover Bid Attempt

February Sports Betting Handle Up 26% Over 2023 In Illinois

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