Location: Illinois

Bally’s executives said Thursday they hope to have their $1.7 billion casino and entertainment complex in River West “substantially... more

New figures from the Illinois Gaming Board reveal a notable drop in sports betting activity since the state introduced a new gambling tax... more

State lawmakers return to the Illinois House on Tuesday to gavel in the 2026 legislative session and prepare for months of wrangling over... more

Nearly a century ago, serial robber Willie Sutton reportedly explained why he was sticking up banks by saying wryly: “Because that’s where... more

Bally’s Chicago may not be opening its new permanent casino this year after all. With its already extended temporary license to operate at... more

The City Council has approved funding initiatives using casino revenue for economic development projects in Rockford, allocating... more

Chicago’s new plan to legalize video gambling terminals — finally passed last month as part of the 2026 budget after years of debate — is... more

Illinois casinos saw revenue increase 7.6% year-over-year in December, rising from $157.1 million in 2024 to $169.1 million in 2025.... more

As construction on the 34-story Bally’s Chicago hotel steadily rises skyward over the Ohio feeder ramp, things are looking up for the... more

Following the authorization by the City Council of slot routes within Chicago, Accel Entertainment announced it is “evaluating the... more