Location: Illinois

People have been gambling since the stone age, but placing bets on blackjack, craps and other casino games did not become legal in... more

Since opening last year, Hard Rock Casino Rockford has hosted events ranging from concerts to banquets. But now, it’s preparing for the... more

With the opening of a towering hotel, the Wind Creek Chicago Southland casino in East Hazel Crest is offering close-by getaways, gambling... more

Total adjusted gross receipts for Illinois commercial casinos reached more than $170.9 million in March, rising from $152.2 million... more

The City of Washington is increasing the number of video gaming establishments allowed in the community in addition to the number of gaming... more

The nascent Wind Creek Chicago Southland, which continues to gain ground as the state’s fastest-growing casino, is upping the ante Friday... more

Illinois lawmakers are working to classify compulsive gambling as a substance abuse disorder with a bill in the state capitol. If gambling... more

Harrah’s Hotel & Casino in Metropolis have closed their doors due to flooding of the Ohio River. Harrah’s closed their... more

Blue Island voters supported limiting the number of gaming cafes, but were split on whether to make Western Avenue a two-way street between... more

The Illinois Gaming Board has now joined the growing number of gaming regulatory agencies that have sent cease-and-desist letters to... more