Illinois casinos

Permanent Waukegan Casino Remains On Hold Due To Court Challenges

Legal challenges by the Potawatomi Tribe after its bid for a casino license was rejected are delaying plans for a permanent Waukegan casino.

One Millionth Visitor Celebrated At Bally’s Chicago

Stellar revenue and attendance numbers gave the Medinah Temple casino more reasons to celebrate along with its millionth-visitor milestone.

Hard Rock Rockford To Offer Array Of Dining Options At Permanent Location

Hard Rock Rockford's new home, set to open Aug. 29, will have nine restaurants and bars offering everything from street tacos to fine dining.

Hard Rock Rockford Considers Adding Amusement Tax To Events

Event tickets will cost 5% more after Hard Rock Casino Rockford moves into its permanent facility if a proposed amusement tax is approved.

Could Sports Betting Tax Hike Propel New Illinois Online Casino Talks?

Two bills to legalize online casinos in Illinois died in committee, but new tax rate hikes on sports betting could help revive them in 2025.

As Bally’s Prepares For Chicago Casino Construction, What Obstacles Remain?

Bally's Chicago casino site is being readied for construction, but concerns have been raised about the project's funding and location.

Mayor Johnson Questions Viability Of Bally’s Chicago But Development Marches On

Despite skepticism from Mayor Johnson's office, Bally's Chicago continues taking steps toward groundbreaking on its permanent casino.

Grand Opening On August 29 Set For Hard Rock Casino Rockford

After three years in a temporary facility, Hard Rock Casino Rockford will open the doors on its permanent home in just over two months.

Illinois Casinos Up 5% In May And Nearly 18% In Year-Over-Year Gains

It was another solid month for casino revenue generation in Illinois. May brought in the second-highest total in 2024 so far.