Posts Tagged ‘Chicago’
Gov. Pritzker Signs HB 3136, Changes Illinois Sportsbook Laws
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed HB 3136, a bill that creates significant changes to Illinois’ sports betting industry, into law on Friday. The signing will result in notable changes including allowing remote sportsbook account registration and the lifting of the ban on wagers on in-state college teams, among others. SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois Governor J.B.…
Read MoreChicago Bears Purchase Arlington Casino From Churchill Downs
Churchill Downs has sold its Arlington International Racecourse to the Chicago Bears. Churchill Downs also withdrew its bid for a new casino in Waukegan, Illinois. CHICAGO – The Chicago Bears have purchased the Arlington International Racecourse from Churchill Downs. The purchase came to be a $197.2 million acquisition between the two entities and will ensure…
Read MoreIllinois Sees Sports Betting Handle And Revenue Dip In May
Sportsbooks in Illinois saw $507.3 million wagered on sports in May. This is a 5.6% decline month over month. Sports betting revenue is also down a whopping 17%. SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Sportsbooks in Illinois saw a slight decline in sports betting activity in May compared to April’s strong numbers. Sports betting revenue is also down…
Read MoreChicago Now Accepting Bids For A New Downtown Casino Resort
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is accepting bids for a new casino resort in the city. The hope is to have the resort open by 2025. This will be the first casino resort in the city of Chicago. CHICAGO – Chicago gambling fans will soon see a major casino resort in the heart of the city…
Read MoreIllinois Online Casino Gambling Bill Filled In General Assembly
Democratic Rep. Robert Rita has filed a new bill in the Illinois General Assembly to bring online casino gambling to the Prairie State. The bill would launch legal casino sites through local casinos and racetracks should it be approved. Illinois already has online sports betting available. SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Players in Illinois may soon be…
Read MoreChicago Casino Bill Fails To Gain Support In Fall Veto Session
The Chicago casino bill set out to lower the 72% tax rate for a gaming venue in the city. Opponents said that passing the bill may have lowered funds for the state’s infrastructure plan and slow the rollout of other casinos. The issue will likely come back during the 2020 legislative session. SPRINGFIELD, Ill. –…
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