Illinois Online Gambling News

Breaking: FanDuel Par-A-Dice Sportsbook To Launch In Illinois

The FanDuel website indicates the sportsbook operator will exercise its Boyd Gaming partnership in Illinois and work with Par-A-Dice Casino in East Peoria.

Posted on: August 19, 2020 | | Joe Boozell

Not On Par: Why Bettors Can’t Wager On Golf At Illinois Sportsbooks

Illinois sportsbooks are having their share of headaches. First, in-person registration, then the pandemic, and now there aren't any lines on the PGA Tour.

Posted on: August 19, 2020 | | Joe Boozell

Pritzker Tightens Coronavirus Restrictions For Illinois Casinos In St. Louis Metro

IL Gov. JB Pritzker has instituted a new round of Illinois casino restrictions for Region 4 (Metro East) due to an increase in positive COVID-19 tests.

Posted on: August 18, 2020 | | Derek Helling

There’s A Possible Problem For Illinois Online Sportsbooks Brewing

With options dwindling for online-only applicants, Illinois in-person registration for online sports betting accounts could go on much longer than expected.

Posted on: August 17, 2020 | | Matthew Kredell

Push Comes To Shove Over Oak Lawn’s VGT ‘Push Tax’

Thirteen video game terminal operators in the village of Oak Lawn failed to submit tax forms for the "push tax," which went into effect on Jan. 1.

Posted on: August 13, 2020 | | Joe Boozell

Morikawa Bettor’s Parlay Streak Continues–But At What Cost?

An Illinois parlay winner has defied the odds and collected over $1.1 million this week on several wagers, but that doesn't mean it's an easy feat.

Posted on: August 13, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Opinion: In-Person Registration At DraftKings Reveals Mandate Was More About Punishment, Not Security

The launch of DraftKings' in-person registration model for Illinois sports betting makes it painfully obvious the mandate had nothing to do with security.

Posted on: August 12, 2020 | | Derek Helling

GeoComply Deal Lets DraftKings Illinois Customers Sign Up Online While On-Site

DraftKings Sportsbook recruits GeoComply to let new Illinois sports bettors register online while visiting DraftKings at Casino Queen.

Posted on: August 11, 2020 | | Joe Boozell

Big Zero: Big Ten’s Pending Decision To Cancel Football Will Affect IL Sportsbooks

With the Big Ten college football season reportedly pushed to the spring, if it happens at all, Illinois sportsbooks need to adjust their approach.

Posted on: August 10, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Churchill Downs Not High On Its Future At Arlington International Racecourse

The possibility of an Arlington International Racecourse sale is at an all-time high, as its current owner Churchill Downs eyes opportunities elsewhere.

Posted on: August 7, 2020 | | Derek Helling