Illinois Online Gambling News

Even On St. Patrick’s Day, The Concept Of Being Lucky Is Betting Blarney

A history of the Irish and luck for St. Patrick's Day reveals it's mostly blarney and not a sound betting strategy at Illinois sportsbooks or casinos.

Posted on: March 17, 2023 | | Dave Briggs

Northwestern Men’s Team Making Second NCAA March Madness Appearance

The last time the Northwestern Wildcats played in the men's NCAA basketball tournament was in the 2017 when they downed Vanderbilt.

Posted on: March 16, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

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How To Bet On Illinois Schools In March Madness Tournament

State law prohibits online bets on Illinois schools, but you can bet in-person on Northwestern and Illinois in the NCAA tournament.

Posted on: March 16, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

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New Bears Stadium Could Be Arlington Traffic Nightmare, Residents Concerned

There are worries about the impact building a new Chicago Bears stadium will have on the infrastructure in the Arlington Heights area.

Posted on: March 15, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

Golden Nugget Danville Casino Coming Along; Making Good On Agreement

Developers of Golden Nugget Danville donated $1 million to the city's riverfront development in a sneak preview of the Illinois casino.

Posted on: March 14, 2023 | | Cole Rush

Illinois Sportsbooks Post Record Month, Fourth Straight Billion-Dollar Handle

Illinois set a new record for sports betting handle in January with $1.07 billion bet. It was also the fourth straight billion-dollar month.

Posted on: March 14, 2023 | | Dave Briggs

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Best, Worst March Madness Moments For Illinois Basketball

A look at some of the best and worst moments in NCAA Tournament history for the Illinois Fighting Illini men's basketball team.

Posted on: March 14, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

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Illinois Casinos Exceed $115 Million In February Revenue

Illinois casino revenue in February 2023 was up 18% over the same period of 2022. Rivers Casino Des Plaines led the pack in revenue.

Posted on: March 10, 2023 | | Cole Rush

The Temporary Casino’s First Few Weeks Deliver Positive Feedback

Less than two weeks after opening, The Temporary by American Place casino in Waukegan had already welcomed 40,000 guests.

Posted on: March 8, 2023 | | Cole Rush

How The Rise of Illinois Sports Betting Is Impacting College Students

Online sports betting is as popular as ever. But is legal sports wagering affecting students on college campuses in Illinois?

Posted on: March 8, 2023 | | C.J. Pierre

Even On St. Patrick’s Day, The Concept Of Being Lucky Is Betting Blarney

Northwestern Men’s Team Making Second NCAA March Madness Appearance

How To Bet On Illinois Schools In March Madness Tournament

New Bears Stadium Could Be Arlington Traffic Nightmare, Residents Concerned

Golden Nugget Danville Casino Coming Along; Making Good On Agreement

Illinois Sportsbooks Post Record Month, Fourth Straight Billion-Dollar Handle

Best, Worst March Madness Moments For Illinois Basketball

Illinois Casinos Exceed $115 Million In February Revenue

The Temporary Casino’s First Few Weeks Deliver Positive Feedback

How The Rise of Illinois Sports Betting Is Impacting College Students

Cubs Co-Owner Laura Ricketts Joins Chicago Sky Ownership Group

A Brief History Of Chicago’s Medinah Temple, Home To Bally’s Temporary Casino

Statistics Prove Illinois Sports Bettors Are Among The Best In The Nation

Legalizing Illinois Online Casinos Could Help Stave Off Coming Budget Deficits

Family Services Employee Charged With Theft Of Millions Spent At Illinois Casino