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Illinois Sports Betting A Hot Topic At State Hearing On Gambling

An Illinois sports betting hearing concluded that politicians are in no rush to legalize it and gaming taxes will help, but not fix, the pension shortage.

Posted on: October 19, 2018 | | Joss Wood

Delaware North has partnered with Miomni Gaming, providing retail and mobile sports wagering services.

Delaware North And Miomni Partner In Multi-State Sports Betting Deal

Delaware North has announced a partnership with Miomni Gaming to offer sports betting in all of its properties located where sports betting is legal.

Posted on: October 3, 2018 | | Joss Wood

MGM May Be Done With Its Illinois Casino, But It Isn’t Done With Illinois

MGM Resorts International has finally completed its sale of the Grand Victoria Casino. Eldorado Resorts is the new owner of the property.

Posted on: August 7, 2018 | | Bart Shirley

Illinois Racing Commission Wants To Expand Gambling, But Some Say Hold Your Horses

The Illinois Racing Board (IRB) is going to develop regulations that will permit racetracks to offer historical horse racing in the state. The decision came at the IRB’s regular monthly meeting on July 26. Commissioner Thomas McCauley submitted a report to the group. Audio of the meeting is available on the IRB website. The agenda […]

Posted on: July 27, 2018 | | Joss Wood

Illinois Pump-Fakes With An Online-Free Gambling Expansion Bill

After introducing a far-reaching gambling expansion bill complete with online poker and casinos, Illinois lawmakers scratched online elements as well as DFS and sports betting, just focusing on casino expansion instead.

Posted on: May 29, 2018 | | Katie Callahan

One Lawmaker Thinks O’Hare Airport Needs A Casino

The battle for a casino in Chicago just got even more interesting. One lawmaker thinks a casino in the airport is the way for Illinois to go.

Posted on: April 9, 2018 | | Katie Callahan

Why There Is Still Hope For A Casino In Chicago’s Skyline

Illinois lawmakers are continuing to push for construction of a casino in the city of Chicago. So far, more than 20 years of trying have not provided any results.

Posted on: February 22, 2018 | | Martin Derbyshire

These Are The Major Players In Online Gambling Expansion In 2018

With Pennsylvania passing online gaming legislation, casino operators in NJ and PA with properties in other states could ramp up their lobbying efforts.

Posted on: November 24, 2017 | | Steve Ruddock