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By Tomas Medon

Hard Rock Casino Rockford Sets Sights on Sports Betting

August 11, 2022

In Illinois, at the Hard Rock Casino Rockford, the owners are reportedly looking into the possibility of establishing a sportsbook in the existing temporary venue. Expansion seems like it will help the temporarily opened facility, which has been doing rather well since it debuted in November of last year, do even better. Hard Rock anticipates […]

By Tomas Medon

Chicago City Council Approves Bally’s Casino Bid

May 26, 2022

Now that Chicago’s first casino has received approval from the City Council, things are looking good for casino enthusiasts in the city. 41-7 voted to approve Bally’s $1.7 billion plans for a riverside casino and resort at the Tribune Publishing property in River West. Afterward, the Illinois Gaming Board will make its decision. An outdoor […]

By Tomas Medon

Bally’s Is Chicago’s Preferred Casino Operator

May 10, 2022

Last Thursday morning, Mayor Lori Lightfoot green-lit Bally’s plan to open a casino in River West. This decision brought to an end months of proposals, public input, and significant opposition from certain groups within the neighborhood where the casino will be built. The Chicago City Council will evaluate Bally’s plan to develop and operate a […]

By Tomas Medon

Illinois Casino Plans to Be Delayed for At Least Six Months

November 3, 2020

In late October, the Illinois Gaming Board held a virtual meeting where they ironed out several gaming-related issues. Perhaps the most notable takeaway from the virtual meeting was the announcement involving three applicants for a casino license. The board stated that these applicants will have to wait for at least six months before they receive […]

By Elaine West

Casinos, Sports Betting Coming to Illinois Racetracks

June 4, 2019

After over two decades of utter frustration, Illinois will finally be able to better compete with neighboring states that are currently benefiting from legalized and regulated gambling activities. Last Saturday, the Illinois House ed Senate Bill 690 by an 87-27 vote which easily exceeded the three-fifths supermajority that was needed in overtime for a bill […]