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Gamblers On Your Nice List? Check Out These Gambling-Themed Gifts

Got Gamblers on your nice list? See our picks for some of the best gambling and casino-themed gifts for the 2022 holiday season.

Posted on: December 9, 2022 | | Robyn McNeil

Chicago River North residents have concerns about traffic, parking, safety and job opportunities at Bally's Medinah Temple temporary casino.

Bally’s Chicago Officials Met With Community To Allay Fears

Chicago River North residents have concerns about traffic, parking, safety and job opportunities at Medinah Temple temporary casino.

Posted on: December 6, 2022 | | Dave Briggs

The Legacy Of John “Mushmouth” Johnson, Chicago’s Black Gambling King

Join us for Part 4 of our Illinois gambling history series, where we meet John "Mushmouth" Johnson, Chicago's Black Gambling King

Posted on: December 1, 2022 | | Robyn McNeil

Chicago Bulls Strike A Deal With Wind Creek Casino

Wind Creek Casino Chicago Southland, which is due to open in September 2023, has signed a deal to be an official partner of the NBA team.

Posted on: November 28, 2022 | | Matt Boecker

Bally’s Finalizes Its Chicago Casino Land Purchase

The $200 million Bally's Chicago casino land purchase is a done deal, the gaming and hospitality corporation announced on Monday.

Posted on: November 22, 2022 | | Russ Mitchell

Bally’s Expected To Finalize Purchase Of Chicago Tribune Printing Plant

Bally's should complete the $200 million deal to acquire the land for its $1.74 billion Chicago casino before Thanksgiving.

Posted on: November 18, 2022 | | Matt Boecker

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Corruption, Extravagance And Ingenuity In Early Illinois Gambling

In Part 3 of our Illinois gambling history series, we meet The Lords of The Levee, get an invite to the First Ward Ball, and set sail on a floating gambling haven.

Posted on: November 17, 2022 | | Robyn McNeil

American Place Casino In Waukegan Inching Closer To Opening

Full House's third-quarter results report indicates its temporary American Place Casino between Chicago and Milwaukee is close to opening.

Posted on: November 9, 2022 | | Dave Briggs

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From King Of Chicago To US Race Wire Gambling Czar, Meet Mont Tennes

This PlayIllinois series features stories from the early days of Illinois casinos and sports betting. In this second installment, we meet Mont Tennes, Chicago's race wire czar.

Posted on: November 4, 2022 | | Robyn McNeil