Posts Tagged ‘Illinois Gaming Board’
Chicago 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 MoreLas Vegas, Atlantic City Suspending Casinos Amidst COVID-19 Concerns
Las Vegas and Atlantic City casinos are closing due to the coronavirus. Casinos nationwide are facing closures, or are proving additional cautionary measures to their guests. LAS VEGAS — As COVID-19 continues to spread, casinos nationwide are beginning to shut down their operations. Casinos on both Las Vegas and Atlantic City are facing closures. Other…
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