Illinois Online Gambling News

Bears-Saints Odds: Chicago Backs Its Way Into Playoff Matchup Vs. Juggernaut

The Bears have made the NFC playoffs for the second time in three years, but they will face a very tough opponent in the New Orleans Saints.

Posted on: January 5, 2021 | | Joe Boozell

Rush Street Interactive Completes SPAC Deal, Goes Public

Rush Street Interactive, parent company or BetRivers, will go public on Tuesday morning. Here's what you need to know about the deal.

Posted on: January 4, 2021 | | Joe Boozell

Year In Review: Top 5 Stories Of The Illinois Gaming Industry In 2020

It was certainly an eventful year in the Illinois gaming industry. We're looking back at the five most significant stories of 2020.

Posted on: December 31, 2020 | | Joe Boozell

Does Home-Field Advantage Matter During A Pandemic?

Home field advantage is usually important for sports betting, but what does the data say when there are no or few fans in the stands?

Posted on: December 30, 2020 | | Joe Boozell

Notre Dame Vs. Alabama Odds: Fighting Irish The Biggest Underdog In CFP History

Notre Dame isn't getting much love from the public or oddsmakers in its College Football Playoff matchup against Alabama.

Posted on: December 30, 2020 | | Joe Boozell

Illinois Sportsbooks Numbers: How Each IL Operator Has Fared In 2020

Sports betting is booming in Illinois, and Illinois sportsbook operators are pleased. Here's how they've performed since launch.

Posted on: December 29, 2020 | | Joe Boozell

Bears Vs. Packers Odds: Playoffs On The Line For Chicago, No. 1 Seed On The Line For Green Bay

The Bears are underdogs against the Packers, and a playoff spot is on the line. Here are the game odds and betting preview.

Posted on: December 28, 2020 | | Joe Boozell

With Betting Numbers Booming, Illinois To Further Study Problem Gambling

Illinois has a booming sports betting market, and the state is being proactive in identifying problem gambling and encouraging responsible gaming.

Posted on: December 24, 2020 | | Joe Boozell

Why Illinois Sportsbooks Made 6X More Money In October

Illinois sportsbooks easily had their best collective month in October 2020. Why was it so much better than the other months?

Posted on: December 23, 2020 | | Joe Boozell

Accel, Illinois Gaming Board Add Another Chapter To The Ongoing VGT Drama

Since Illinois expanded gambling to include video gaming terminals (VGT) in 2009, it’s been fair to ask if the benefits have been worth the cost. That query took another turn recently, with a potential inducement fine on the horizon. The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) is accusing the VGT operator Accel Entertainment of illegally offering money […]

Posted on: December 22, 2020 | | Derek Helling