Illinois

Wind Creek Chicago Southland Unveils New Hotel and Spa Experience

Wind Creek Chicago Southland Casino & Resort is set to debut the final piece of its full-service resort vision this Friday, April 11, 2025, when it opens the doors to its brand-new luxury hotel and spa. The...

Fairmount Park Ushers in a New Era with Illinois’ First Racino

Fairmount Park, a storied racetrack in the Metro East area of St. Louis is set to revolutionize the Illinois gaming and racing industry by introducing a new casino complex, marking its transformation into the s...

Kalshi Under Increasing Legal Scrutiny for Sports Prediction Markets

The regulatory storm surrounding prediction market operator Kalshi continues to intensify, with a growing number of states scrutinizing its operations. The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) ha...

Chicago’s Bally’s Casino Faces Financial Hurdles Amid Market Saturation

In recent developments that highlight the intricate dynamics of the gaming industry in Chicago, Bally’s Corporation is encountering significant financial hurdles as it progresses with its ambitious $1.7 billion...

Illinois Eyes Online Casino Legalization to Boost State Revenue and Regulate Gaming

Amidst financial challenges, Illinois is poised to embrace the digital gaming era with proposed legislation that could transform its gambling landscape. Lawmakers, led by Senator Cristina Castro and Representat...

Lawsuit Challenges Bally’s Chicago’s Minority-Only Investment Offering

The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has initiated legal action against several entities involved in the development of Bally’s Chicago Casino, arguing that the offering of stock solely to minor...

Full House Resorts Moves Forward with American Place Casino Plans After Legal Victory in Illinois

The path to completing the American Place Resort and Casino in Waukegan, Illinois, has been cleared following a major legal victory for Full House Resorts. The Illinois Supreme Court recently put an end to a pr...

Bally’s Requests Property Tax Discount for $1.7B Chicago Casino Project Amid Ongoing Struggles

Bally’s, a Rhode Island-based gambling company, is seeking a significant property tax break to support its $1.7 billion integrated casino and hotel project along the Chicago River, Illinois. The venue, planned ...

Chicago’s Casino Gamble Faces Challenging Start; Hopes Rest on Permanent Facility

Chicago’s ambitious attempt to ease its financial struggles through a casino has not yielded the expected results, according to a recent City Council report. The temporary casino at River North’s Medinah Temple...

Peoria Takes Action to Bring Par-A-Dice Casino to Its Side in Illinois

The Peoria City Council has officially taken steps to pursue the relocation of the Par-A-Dice Casino from East Peoria to its side of the Illinois River. On Tuesday night, the council unanimously approved hiring...

Is It Time for Illinois to Embrace iGaming? The Push for Legalization Amid Casino Expansion

On November 7, 2024, Illinois marked a significant milestone in its gaming industry with the opening of the Wind Creek Casino in East Hazel Crest. This new development was a welcome addition to the state’s gami...