Illinois casinos

Chicagoland Is The Biggest US Casino Hub Outside Las Vegas & Atlantic City

Coming in with roughly $2,191,300,000 in 2023 retail casino revenue, Chicagoland only trailed the two biggest US gambling hotspots.

Layover At O’Hare? The 5 Closest Casinos To Get Your Game On

If you're stuck at O'Hare waiting for a flight, Illinois has five casino options available that are close to the airport in Chicago.

Open For Just Seven Months, Golden Nugget Paying Dividends For Danville

The temporary Golden Nugget Casino in Danville has generated $1.3 million in tax revenue in six months, ahead of budget.

Bally’s Quad Cities Takes Top Prize In Strictly Slots Awards

Several Illinois casinos won 2023 Best of Slots awards, with Bally's taking the top prize in the annual competition.

Illinois Casino Revenue Jumps Past $141 Million In December

Illinois casinos enjoyed $141.2 million in revenue in December, a nearly 20% growth compared to December 2022.

Hollywood Aurora Casino Relocation Project Faces Key Votes This Week

Hollywood Casino Aurora's relocation project faces key votes this week, as the Aurora City Council looks to give final approval on the move.

Illinois Casinos Can Now Hire Ex-Convicts For Non-Gambling Positions

Governor J.B. Pritzker signed the legislation in May 2023 that will allow gambling establishments to ex-convicts for non-gaming positions.

City Leaders Not Thrilled With Bally’s Chicago Shuttle Service In Chinatown

The free, hourly shuttle service that takes gamblers from Chinatown to Bally's Chicago Casino is drawing ire from local city officials.

Bally’s Chicago Moves To 24/7 Operation

Bally's Chicago, in its temporary home at Medinah Temple in downtown, now a 24/7 operation just before the new year.