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WMS Gaming Expands Monopoly Licensed Offerings

4 October 2004

WMS Gaming Inc. has further expanded its popular series of gaming devices based on Hasbro Inc.'s Monopoly game brand with the introduction of eight new game themes.

Casino Discrimination Lawsuit Dismissed

1 October 2004

News Brief: A lawsuit against the Grand Victoria Casino in Elgin that began with a bang six years ago has ended in a whimper.

Companies Extend Illinois License Bid

16 September 2004

News Brief: Two casino companies have extended their bids for Illinois’ 10th and only unused riverboat license while awaiting the results of an investigation to determine if one of them is a suitable choice.

Chicago Coalition Presents Casino Proposal

10 September 2004

News Brief: A coalition of business, labor and civic leaders is floating a proposal for a downtown Chicago casino that would anchor a newly created entertainment district, just months after Governor Rod Blagojevich gave a thumbs-down to the idea of a casino in the city center.

Illinois Gaming Board Member Comment Raises Eyebrows

2 September 2004

News Brief: Illinois Gaming Board member, William Dugan, has warned another member, ‘When you're going down the road, watch your rearview mirror.’

Priest Sorry for Stealing

31 August 2004

News Brief: A Catholic priest who took more than $200,000 from his church to support his gambling habit says he wants his former congregation to know he’s sorry.

Illinois Gaming Board Chair Resigns

30 August 2004

News Brief: Illinois Gaming Board Chairman Elzie Higginbottom resigned his post Friday, according to Gov. Rod Blagojevich's office.

Stores Cash in on Poker Craze

27 August 2004

News Brief: A growing number of retailers are placing bets on poker products to lure shoppers and generate impulse sales.

Illinois Governor May Expand Gambling

27 August 2004

News Brief: Governor Rod Blagojevich has said he is close to filling a vacancy on the Illinois Gaming Board and he would consider expanding gambling to balance the state budget.

Ho-Chunk Proceeds with Casino in Chicago Suburb

23 August 2004

News Brief: Ho-Chunk nation is pushing forward with plans to develop a casino and entertainment complex in south suburban Lynwood.

Missouri Casino Opts for Tokens

20 August 2004

News Brief: The Casino Queen, like most of its competitors in Illinois and Missouri, is following an industry trend and phasing out tokens in favor of tickets.

Hoosier Lottery Extends Scientific Games Contract

17 August 2004

Scientific Games Corporation reports that the Hoosier Lottery has extended its online lottery contract for three years.

Alton Casino Revenue Drop Impacts City Budget

16 August 2004

News Brief: A downturn in revenue at Alton Belle Casino has left city officials with fewer dollars to spend.

Illinois Riverboat Dismantled

11 August 2004

News Brief: Eleven years after it was launched with much fanfare, the Aurora gambling boat City of Lights II is in the discard pile.

Chicago-Area Slot Paybacks

27 July 2004

John Grochowski: Slot players looking for a little better run for their money frequently ask which Chicago area casino pays back to players the highest percentage of coins wagered.

Illinois Police Chief Denies Ignoring Illegal Gambling

23 July 2004

News Brief: Maple Park Police Chief Chet Morris pleaded not guilty Thursday to charges that he ignored rampant illegal gambling in the small town.

Illinois Citizen Group Urges Communities to Stop Casino

15 July 2004

News Brief: Armed with anti-gambling statistics and a promise to fight, a group of residents urged the Lansing Village Board to approve a resolution against the proposed Native American casino in Lynwood.

Q & A with Grochowski

13 July 2004

John Grochowski presents the highlights of a recent Q & A session.

Illinois Lottery Celebrates 30th Anniversary

2 July 2004

n 1974, the Illinois Lottery sold its first ticket. Thirty years and $12 billion in education contributions later, the Lottery celebrated a record sales year and a major anniversary with a 30th Anniversary Birthday Bash.

Illinois' Casino Saga Filled with Missteps

21 June 2004

News Brief: With his apparent decision to revamp the Illinois Gaming Board, Governor Rod Blagojevich has set into motion only the latest in a series of promises by Illinois politicians to make sure that the gambling industry can flourish with integrity.

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