Chicago Extends Casino Application Deadline By Two Months

Chicago Casino Gaming

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot has extended the deadline for Chicago casino applications. MGM, Wynn and Caesars have already taken themselves out of the running. Rush Street Interactive is a likely favorite to end up as the operator. CHICAGO – Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot originally set a deadline of Aug. 23 for those interested in operating … Read more

Lightfoot Tells Council Chicago Is Open For Casino Business

Illinois Casino

Chicago’s Mayor, Lori Lightfoot, spoke to the National Council of Legislators from Gaming States. Lightfoot discussed the ongoing process to open a casino in Chicago. Her focus appears to be on making sure the casino brings value to the neighborhood it is located in. CHICAGO – Chicago is currently playing host to the National Council … Read more

First New Illinois Casino Receives Construction Approval

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A temporary casino has received approval to begin construction in Rockford, Illinois. This will be the first of six casinos approved in an Illinois bill from 2019. The temporary casino will be in use for up to two years while the final casino is constructed. ROCKFORD, Ill. – The first of six casinos approved in … Read more

Lawmakers Show Support For Online Casinos In Illinois

Bob Rita Online Casinos In Illinois

Lawmakers met during an Illinois House Executive Council to discuss the future of online gambling in the state. Many officials including Rep. Bob Rita spoke well of the potential profits and revenue online gaming could bring the state if allowed. CHICAGO – The battle for online gambling continues in Illinois, this time with positive movement … Read more

Barstool Sportsbook Launches In Illinois, Eyes Further Expansion In US

Barstool Sportsbook Launches In Illinois

Penn National Gaming/Barstool has joined the mobile sports betting market in Illinois through Barstool Sportsbook. Illinois now has six state-licensed sportsbooks including BetRivers, PointsBet, FanDuel, William Hill, and DraftKings. Barstool Sportsbook has already launched mobile sports betting apps in Michigan and Pennsylvania making Illinois the third state Barstool is active in. CHICAGO – The burgeoning … Read more

Illinois Lawmakers Look To Legalize Internet Casino Gaming

Illinois Lawmakers Look To Legalize Internet Casino Gaming

Illinois lawmakers are looking at legalizing online gambling in the near future. HB 3142 has already been brought to the State House, and would legalize internet casino gaming. The bill would also look into the possibility of interstate wagering. LAS VEGAS – State lawmakers have begun to look at the possibility of online casino gaming … Read more

Golden Nugget Secures Market Access For Online Gambling In W.V.

Golden Nugget Secures Market Access For Online Gambling In W.V.

Golden Nugget Online Gaming and the Greenbrier Hotel Corporation announced an agreement that will bring mobile sports betting and online casino wagering to West Virginia under Greenbrier’s licenses. This will be the fifth state the Golden Nugget Online Gaming company has secured access to. Golden Nugget also secured access to the Illinois betting market last … Read more

William Hill Launches Online Sportsbook In Illinois

William Hill

William Hill has launched a mobile app in Illinois partnered with the Grand Victoria Casino. There is a $300 risk free bet for all customers’ first wager through the mobile app. Gamblers can also enjoy the live sports betting experience at the Grand Victoria Casino which is the first William Hill retail sportsbook in Illinois … Read more

DraftKings Continues To Add To Their Resume With New Partnerships

Draftkings Casino Queen Partnership

DraftKings is the leading operator for daily fantasy sports valued at $1.5 billion and is also a growing sportsbook. DraftKings has enhanced its partnership with Stats Perform to bring a better daily fantasy experience. DraftKings has also partnered with Casino Queen St. Louis to get one step closer to Illinois. BOSTON – DraftKings went live … Read more