Illinois casinos Archives - Page 25 of 28

Walker’s Bluff Casino Gives Update But Still Waiting For Update From IGB

Walker's Bluff Casino hopes to secure the Williamson County casino license, and it is currently seeking IGB approval, which could be coming soon.

Posted on: March 26, 2021 | | Joe Boozell

Chicago Casino Update: Mayor Lightfoot Invites Biggest Las Vegas Names To Apply

Chicago could choose its casino operator by the end of 2021, and Mayor Lori Lightfoot is eyeing the biggest names in Las Vegas.

Posted on: March 18, 2021 | | Joe Boozell

Newest FanDuel Sportsbook Gets Wizard’s Welcome At St. Louis-Area Racetrack

FanDuel now has two Illinois retail sportsbooks, as it has opened up another at its horse racetrack near St. Louis.

Posted on: March 16, 2021 | | Joe Boozell

Arlington Racecourse Officially Up For Sale As ‘Redevelopment Opportunity’

Arlington International Racecourse is officially up for sale, Churchill Downs announced on Tuesday. The move has long been rumored.

Posted on: February 23, 2021 | | Joe Boozell

Rivers Casino Near Chicago Unveils $87M Expansion Plans, Includes Poker Room

Rivers Casino could undergo a big expansion project soon, which would feature two new stories and a whole host of new toys.

Posted on: February 22, 2021 | | Joe Boozell

Hard Rock Casino Rockford Found ‘Preliminary Suitable’ By IGB

The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) deemed the Hard Rock Casino Rockford project “preliminarily suitable” on Thursday afternoon, a key step toward adding an 11th casino in Illinois. IGB Administrator Marcus Fruchter reminded attendees during the special session that while this is preliminary step, “it is not a guarantee for license.” While it’s not a final […]

Posted on: February 4, 2021 | | Joe Boozell