Illinois News

Hard Rock Casino Rockford celebrates grand opening

29 August 2024

The $300 million Illinois resort opened its doors today, including its 175,000 square-foot casino that features 1,300 slots and 50 live table games.

Hard Rock Bet announces Illinois launch

26 August 2024

Its online sports betting app now live throughout the state and in-person wagering will begin on 29 August at Hard Rock Casino Rockford's soon-to-be-opened sportsbook.

Bally's Quad Cities Casino & Hotel earns top honors in multiple categories

25 August 2024

The Illinois property was recognized with several awards by Casino Player Magazine’s Best of Gaming Awards 2024, including Best Overall Gaming Resort and Favorite Casino Resort for a Staycation.

Casino City’s Friday Five: Sports betting surcharges and Las Vegas baseball edition

16 August 2024

The prospect of Major League Baseball gracing the Las Vegas Strip in the near future faces uncertainty due to emerging stadium construction concerns.

Bally’s Chicago Casino expands VIP offerings

13 August 2024

In addition to a new VIP lounge, the Illinois property also welcomed a VIP Player Services window and high-limit slots.

Bally's Chicago Casino continues to outpace the market

8 August 2024

While statewide casino revenue declined by 1.7% from the prior month, Bally’s maintained comparable results with gross gaming revenue of $12.5 million.

Bally's Chicago Casino celebrates one millionth visitor

27 June 2024

Bally’s Chicago has consistently had the second most admissions of any casino in the state since its opening in September 2023.

Top 10 casino openings and expansions for June 2024

17 June 2024

Here, we take a look at 10 announcements from casino-resorts who are planning to expand in one way or another.

Hard Rock Casino Rockford to open on 29 August

17 June 2024

The new property will boast more than 175,000 square feet of gaming, entertainment, and hospitality space, featuring 1,300 slot machines, 50 live table games, and more.

Bally's Chicago Casino maintains strong revenue in May

10 June 2024

May marked the most successful month yet for Bally's Chicago Casino with the highest revenue ($13.8 million) and admissions (118,650) since opening on 9 September 2023.

Caesars Entertainment partners with Michelin-Starred Chef Rick Bayless

7 March 2024

The chef's restaurant, Tortazo, will open at Harrah's Joliet Hotel & Casino in Illinois and Caesars Palace in Las Vegas later this year.

PENN Entertainment to break ground for relocated Hollywood Casino Joliet

12 December 2023

The entirely new land-based casino and entertainment facility will replace the company’s nearby riverboat casino when completed.

Betway cashes out of online sports betting in Illinois, again

30 October 2023

The operator withdrew its application for an online-only license last week, leaving The Prairie State still with three licenses up for grabs.

Circa Sports launch in Illinois joined by former NFL star

12 October 2023

To celebrate, football legend Brian Urlacher joined the Circa Sports team for a sports-filled day at its new brick-and-mortar sportsbook in American Place in Waukegan.

McCann Systems wins Best Casino Award

29 September 2023

Commercial Integrator Magazine recognized the provider for its work on DraftKings Sportsbook at Wrigley Field.

Circa Sports launches online and retail sportsbook in Illinois

29 September 2023

The mobile app is live as is the brick-and-mortar location within the new American Place Casino in Waukegan in partnership with Full House Resorts, Inc.

Top 10 casinos I want to visit

17 July 2023

Here are 10 gambling spots that Casino City's Jarrod LeBlanc would like to visit in the future.

Schedule announced for 2023-2024 World Series of Poker Circuit

30 June 2023

The anticipated regional poker tour returns for its 19th season beginning Wednesday, 19 July at Choctaw Casino Resort in Durant, Oklahoma.

DraftKings Sportsbook to open at Wrigley Field next week

20 June 2023

Home of the Chicago Cubs, Wrigley will welcome the sports bar and restaurant, with retail sports betting to be added later.

World Series of Poker going for Main Event record

10 May 2023

After falling just 110 entries short of “The Main Event” record in 2022, the 54th annual WSOP will have its first-ever Main Event Maynia Global Qualification Weekend on 20 and 21 May.

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