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Casino
February 17, 2023
Full House Resorts’ The Temporary by American Place Opens Today
Full House Resorts, a Nevada-based casino developer and operator, is expanding its portfolio of properties with a new venue in Illinois. The Temporary by American Place is scheduled to open its doors today, February 17. The new casino is strategically located in close proximity to O’Hare International Airport. Once at the airport, visitors need to […]
Industry
February 16, 2023
CDI Closed Arlington Heights Property Sale with the Bears
Racing and wagering entertainment operator Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) announced on Wednesday that it has closed the $197.2 million sale of 326 acres of property in Arlington Heights, Illinois, to the Chicago Bears. Property Sale Completed The sale of the land of the former Arlington International Racecourse property to the Chicago Bears was agreed upon […]
Casino
February 10, 2023
Illinois Senator Submits Bill to Legalize Online Casinos
SBC Americas reported that this legislation would allow casinos and racetracks in Illinois to apply for an internet gaming license, which can include up to three skins. The license will cost $250,000 and will be regulated by the Illinois Gaming Board. The New Legislation Introduces a 15% Tax Rate The new bill introduced by Sen. […]
Industry
January 26, 2023
Casinos in Illinois Enjoy Strong Results in December and 2022
The gambling regulator in Illinois, the Illinois Gaming Board (IGB), has announced the revenue results for casinos and video gaming terminals (VGTs) for December. Although the regulator released the data regarding VGTs and casino operators, a report for the sports wagering revenue in December is yet to be released. Judging by those figures, licensed casino […]
Business
January 6, 2023
New Report Confirms Waukegan Casino Plan Gains Traction
The process related to the new casino location in Waukegan is lengthy. Yet, a new report reveals that the operator secured important approvals which help clear the path and may enable Full House Resorts to start the building process this year. Full House Resorts Secures Approvals in Waukegan Earlier this week, the City Council approved […]
Industry
January 6, 2023
Illinois May Consider Online Gambling, Says New Report
Unlike brick-and-mortar gambling, where visitors need to drive up to a specific location, online activities are much easier to access. Convenience: this is one of the prime reasons why online and mobile sports betting has been gaining traction across more states and why online gambling activities may have a similar fate. Popularity of Online Gambling […]
Casino
December 29, 2022
Rivers Casino in Des Plaines Tips Police about Cheating Gambler
The Des Plaines Police Department said that the case dated back to last Friday when the 3000 South River Board in Des Plaines casino filed a complaint against the suspect and called police, following up on an earlier accident involving a man in his 30s. Cheat Returns for Seconds – Gets Justice Served Instead Officers […]
Industry
December 22, 2022
Allwyn Enters the US Market via Camelot LS Group Acquisition
Allwyn, the winner of the Fourth UK National Lottery bid, and the owner of the current UK National Lottery operator, Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan, announced an agreement for the acquisition of Camelot Lottery Solutions group of companies for an undisclosed fee. Expanding Operations into the US The acquisition of Chicago-based Camelot LS Group allows Allwyn […]
Industry
December 15, 2022
Illinois Addresses Problem Gambling Rates Through New Campaign
The Illinois Department of Human Services has launched a new campaign under the tagline of “Are You Really Winning?” aimed at addressing the fallacy that gambling can make you rich and looking at problem gambling as a mental and public health issue. The campaign is aimed at addressing the issue and raising awareness about problem […]
Industry
December 9, 2022
Illinois Sportsbooks Enjoy Strong October with $1bn Handle
October was a strong month for sportsbooks in Illinois, judging by details released by the gambling regulator in the state, the Illinois Gaming Board. The Board’s latest report reveals that legal sportsbook operators reported $102 million in revenue after seeing a staggering $1 billion in betting handle for October. Betting Handle Surpasses $1 Billion in […]