Illinois

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...

Wind Creek Chicago Southland Casino Debuts in Illinois

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

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

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

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

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

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...