Illinois Online Gambling News

Illinois Casino Report: Gamblers Adjusting To New Normal Quite Well In July

A year-over-year comparison of Illinois July gambling revenue shows that casinos, OTBs, racetracks, and VLTs didn't perform too poorly despite restrictions.

Posted on: August 24, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Pritzker Removes In-Person Sportsbook Registration Requirement Through Sept. 19

Gov. JB Pritzker has once again suspended the in-person registration requirement for Illinois sportsbooks through at least Sept. 19.

Posted on: August 21, 2020 | | Jessica Welman

Cubs Vs. White Sox Betting Preview: Lines, Analysis Of 2020 Crosstown Cup

The White Sox will travel 8 miles north this weekend to take on the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field in a three-game series.

Posted on: August 21, 2020 | | Joe Boozell

Hollywood Casinos Welcome Two More Sportsbooks To Illinois Stage

Penn National's Hollywood Casino sportsbooks in Illinois are now open for retail wagering. The two properties might see a branding change in the future.

Posted on: August 20, 2020 | | Derek Helling

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