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Wind Creek Chicago Southland Casino Debuts in Illinois

Vanja Mitic
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After years of anticipation and planning, the Wind Creek Chicago Southland casino opened its doors to the public, marking a significant milestone for local entertainment and economic development. Located at 173...

Hard Rock Casino Rockford Shines in First Month at New Permanent Facility, Surging to Second in Illinois Casino Rankings

Johnny K.
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The newly opened Hard Rock Casino in Rockford has had an impressive debut at its permanent location, catapulting itself to the second-highest spot in Illinois for both revenue and visitors during its first full...

Accel Entertainment Acquires FanDuel Sportsbook and Horse Racing, Plans Casino by 2025

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In a significant development for Illinois' horse racing and gaming industry, the Illinois Racing Board has approved Accel Entertainment's acquisition of FanDuel Sportsbook and Horse Racing, formerly known as Fa...

Rockford’s Hard Rock Casino Sets Aug. 29 Date for Grand Launch; Temp Location to Close Aug. 12

Vanja Mitic
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Rockford's journey towards a vibrant entertainment future is reaching a milestone with the impending transition from the Rockford Casino: A Hard Rock Opening Act in northern Illinois to its permanent location a...

DraftKings Implements Surcharge in Response to High State Taxes

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In a bold move reflective of the changing fiscal landscape in the United States, DraftKings Inc. has announced plans to implement a surcharge for customers in states with high gambling taxes. This decision come...

Accel Entertainment to Transform FanDuel’s Collinsville Venue with New Casino

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Accel Entertainment has announced a major strategic acquisition, the planned purchase of the FanDuel Sportsbook and Horse Racing venue in Collinsville, Illinois for approximately 35 million dollars in stock. Th...

Illinois Sportsbooks Generate $92M in April, Poised to Overtake New Jersey in National Rankings

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Illinois sportsbooks amassed nearly $92 million in adjusted gross sports betting revenue for April 2024, according to data released by the Illinois Gaming Board on Thursday. This month saw the state's betting h...

Hard Rock Casino to Smash into Rockford Scene with Grand Opening Extravaganza

Vanja Mitic
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Rockford, Illinois is about to witness a grand spectacle as the Hard Rock Casino prepares to unveil its permanent location with a bang. Scheduled for August 29th, the grand opening ceremony promises to be an el...