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Economic Impacts of NASCAR and Casinos on Las Vegas

Las Vegas is the gambling mecca and perhaps the biggest tourist center in the world. Many visitors would find it synonymous with world-famous casinos and high-stakes gambling. However, in recent years, another force has been driving success in this city - NASCAR. This article will take a closer look at the historical background, growth, and economy…

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Illinois online casinos: Play legal casino games online in IL

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The Big Attraction of American Casinos: Why Tourists Go to USA

For a long time, the United States has been in the middle of attention for those who are looking for entertainment, excitement, and the thrill of casino gaming. The image of flashy casinos, neon lights, and the clicking sounds of coins are iconic for the rest of the world. For that reason, cities such as Las Vegas and Atlantic City have become…

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Superstar R&B band returns for Las Vegas Strip casino residency

High-demand Las Vegas Strip residencies usually extend for more shows to take advantage of their extreme popularity. Many of the top headliners will continue extending their engagements for weeks or months as long as the theater they are performing in has the vacant dates to schedule. Country Superstar Garth Brooks performed a five-year Garth at…

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Las Vegas reshuffle: Out with the Tropicana and in with the Oakland A's

The historic Tropicana Las Vegas casino and hotel property closed last week after 67 years in operation. The Tropicana was the most expensive Las Vegas resort built to date when it opened in April 1957. The closing of the Tropicana means that the only surviving property on the Las Vegas Strip from the 1950s is the Sahara. The land beneath the site…

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See what's at the new Terre Haute casino

We're betting on a good time at the state's newest casino. The gaming floor of the Terre Haute Casino Resort opens Friday, April 5. The 400000-square-foot facility will feature a 122-room luxury hotel, an event center, 1000 slot machines, 35 live table games, a poker room and a sportsbook at which to place wagers on various sports…

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Bonuses ・ 23 March 2024

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Illinois lottery player hits $985K jackpot

CHICAGO - An Illinois lottery player is nearly $1 million richer after hitting the jackpot on Illinois Super Jackpot. The online player won over $985000, marking the largest payday in the game's history, according to Illinois Lottery officials. The latest jackpot surpasses the previous record of just over $885000, won in November 2023. Last month,…

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Illinois Lottery Player Wins $985,000 Online, The Largest Illinois Super Jackpot Prize

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Winnings ・ 21 March 2024

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Indy Gaming: Bally’s may go private to deal with debt. Will it affect Vegas stadium?

The chairman of Bally's Corp. wants to take the casino company private. What could this mean for the A's stadium given its involvement? Also, a Laughlin casino is facing a $500000 fine from gaming regulators after members of its security team roughed up an employee and customer. Meanwhile, wagering in March Madness could top $2.7 billion…

Incidents ・ 20 March 2024

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This site contains commercial content Illinois lawmakers voted in favor of legalizing sports betting in 2020, but iGaming legislation has met with more resistance. Several iGaming bills failed in Illinois in 2021, and again in 2023. Internet gambling may not be legal in Illinois just yet, but sweepstakes casinos, also called social casinos, are…

Mobile ・ 18 March 2024

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Gun Lake Casino’s $10M renovation to add new restaurants, gaming space

Gun Lake Casino will start construction next week on an extensive interior renovation that will add a new restaurant, bar and lounge as well as a high-stakes gaming room. The casino, a venture of the Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi, or Gun Lake Tribe, located at 1123129th Ave. in Wayland Township will begin construction Monday on a $10…

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Hard Rock Casino does big business in short month

Exciting games, delicious dining and a packed entertainment schedule continue to push the volume ever higher - even in a short month - at Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana. Data released Tuesday by the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) show Hard Rock in February tallied more "win," or revenue after paying successful bettors, than any of the 11 other…

Sports ・ 14 March 2024

The Times Of Northwest Indiana

Chicago casino hits new monthly highs for visitors, revenue

The new casino in downtown Chicago appears to be on a winning streak after recording in February its highest daily attendance and revenue since opening its doors in September. At the same time, Bally's Chicago continues to generate tax receipts well below the sky-high expectations for the city's only legal gaming destination. Data recently released…

Finance ・ 12 March 2024

The Washington Post

Las Vegas’ airport slots offer travelers last crack at a jackpot

LAS VEGAS - Late Tuesday, a woman with a large roller bag took a seat at a Wheel of Fortune slot machine at the Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas. She hand-fed three dollars into the slot and pressed the button. The day before, an anonymous traveler had won the $782467.12 jackpot at the same one-arm bandit. A visitor had also pocketed…

Finance ・ 09 March 2024

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Baccarat scam nets $300K from Wind Creek casino, police say

Four people are being charged for participating in a six-person baccarat scam that cheated the Wind Creek Bethlehem casino out of $300000, according to police. Illinois residents Zu Lin, Yuhan Hu, Liping Zhou and Zhencan Chen were part of the six-person team that perpetrated the scam early Wednesday morning, according to court documents. They were…

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Lottery player in Illinois wins over $700,000 in Fast Play game

CHICAGO (CBS) - An Illinois lottery player won over $700000 after purchasing an online Fast Play game on Wednesday. The winner played the "Fast Play Twenty 20s" and won the jackpot of $711984. Twenty 20s is a progressive jackpot game that starts at $50000 and grows with each ticket sold until there's a winner. Over 37000 winning tickets have been…

Lottery ・ 08 March 2024

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Rhode Island Becomes Seventh State With Online Casino Gaming

Rhode Island became the seventh state to offer online casino gaming, with Bally's adding the vertical for Ocean State bettors Tuesday. It is the first state to launch online casino gaming since Connecticut in October 2021, though Delaware began 2024 by switching operators from 888 Holdings to BetRivers. Bally's has been offering mobile sports…

Finance ・ 06 March 2024

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Indiana online casinos are currently not available in the state. However, online betting has found a home in Indiana in the form of sports betting and daily fantasy sports. That's in addition to the state's 14 brick-and-mortar casinos, which offer plenty of live casino gaming action, and the state's racetracks and off-track betting…

Payment Methods ・ 02 March 2024

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What States Is BetRivers Casino Legal In?

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Bonuses ・ 24 February 2024

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Las Vegas Strip casino brings back huge star headliner show

The list of star entertainers performing in residencies on the Las Vegas Strip in 2024 is lengthy. If visitors are looking for rock music, Chicago, Santana, Rod Stewart, Foreigner and even 1960s legends Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons will make their home in Vegas at some point this year. For country music fans, Garth Brooks, Carrie Underwood,…

Land-based ・ 22 February 2024

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Black Hawk Casinos Outshine Las Vegas Titans

With consistency reminiscent of the desert's eternal sun, Las Vegas once again dazzled at the pinnacle of the United States' commercial casino market in 2023. Yet within the echelons of this high-revenue society-a tableau marked by little fluctuation-there was a notable exception. Black Hawk and Central City in Colorado exemplified vigor, emerging…

Industry ・ 22 February 2024

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Bed Bug Epidemic Strikes Iconic Vegas Casinos

In a spate of unsettling discoveries, live bed bugs have taken up unwelcome residence in several iconic Las Vegas Strip casino resorts, including the Encore, Venetian, Mirage, and Excalibur. Over the course of the past five months, these infestations have raised concerns among visitors hoping for a lucky streak, only to experience an uncomfortable…

Land-based ・ 20 February 2024

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Las Vegas Strip casino brings on another new superstar residency

The Las Vegas Strip is not only a popular destination for vacationers, who often return frequently, but it is also popular with with pop, rock and country performers, who also tend to return to Strip theaters again and again. Legendary rock band Chicago, which has a regular touring schedule, does not schedule long-running Las Vegas residencies, as…

Land-based ・ 14 February 2024

Chicago Tribune

Bally's gets Gaming Board approval to open temporary casino

After years of planning, months of renovations and several days of monitored practice sessions, Bally's Chicago got the green light Friday from the Illinois Gaming Board to launch the city's long-sought first casino. Medinah Temple in River North opened this weekend, welcoming gamblers to try their luck at an ornate temporary facility that is…

Land-based ・ 08 February 2024

Chicago Tribune

January gambling revenues up at Bally's but down statewide

The new year is off to a promising start for Bally's Chicago, which saw gambling revenue hit a new monthly high in January, bucking a broader post-holiday downturn for Illinois casinos. In January, revenue at the temporary Medinah Temple casino grew 9.1% to $9.3 million in adjusted gross receipts, according to monthly data released Wednesday by the…

Finance ・ 08 February 2024

Chicago Tribune

Sneak peek: Bally’s turns Medinah Temple into a gambling mecca

Days after getting preliminary approval from the state, Bally's Chicago has moved hundreds of slot machines and table games into place at the landmark Medinah Temple, which is set to be reborn this summer as a temporary Chicago gambling mecca. The River North building, a Moorish-style amphitheater perhaps best known for hosting the annual Shrine…

Land-based ・ 07 February 2024

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Online Casino & Poker Bill Moves Forward in Illinois

Illinois is considering a bill (HB 2239) to legalize online gaming, potentially making it the eighth state for online casinos and ninth for online poker. The bill allows qualified licensees to offer three individually branded internet gaming platforms. Operators would be taxed at 15% of adjusted GGR, with a $250000 fee for an internet gaming…

Poker ・ 07 February 2024

Chicago Tribune

Bally’s pushes Medinah temporary casino opening to September

Anyone who took the over bet on when the Bally's Chicago temporary casino at Medinah Temple would open is looking like a winner. The target date, which has already been pushed back several months, is now slated for September, the company said during its second quarter earnings call Thursday. "Obviously we're a little delayed from what we…

Finance ・ 06 February 2024

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Illinois Rep. Gonzalez's Internet Casino Gaming Bill In Committee

The Illinois legislature will ponder online casino gaming in this year's General Assembly after State Rep. Edgar Gonzalez's House Bill 2239 was assigned to the House Gaming Committee last week. Gonzalez's bill, originally filed last year and failed to make it beyond first reading, is the companion to Senate Bill 1656 filed by Sen. Cristina Castro…

Sports ・ 06 February 2024

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Park Lawn Queen Of Hearts Keeps Rolling With Jackpot At $230,000

OAK LAWN, IL - Fog did not deter the faithful who gathered Wednesday at At The Office Bar and Grill in Crestwood for the Park Lawn Queen of Hearts Raffle. The jackpot going into Wednesday's drawing was just a few hundred dollars shy of $230000 and climbing. Vicky C.'s ticket was pulled, who was actually present for the drawing and used a stamper to…

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Allen R. Glick: Casino mogul with La Jolla, Las Vegas, and mob ties

There's a lot more going on in La Jolla than beautiful beaches, historic homes, and hotels. Of course, there's a big military connection and a Bronze Star from Vietnam for one former resident, Allen R. Glick, a businessman who got tangled up with mobsters. Glick died at the age of 79, in August 2021, after a long fight with cancer, at his La Jolla…

Land-based ・ 20 January 2024

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Top 5 Hottest USA Gambling Destinations for 2024

Online casinos have become increasingly popular, with good reason. It is convenient, sure, but there is nothing quite like getting the live experience. Those who love to get out on the casino floor and experience the best games, there are a few major destinations to check out. Here are the five best spots in the USA to enjoy live, in-person…

Land-based ・ 19 January 2024

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2 dead, multiple hospitalized after shooting near Las Vegas Strip

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - Two people are dead and multiple others were hospitalized after a shooting near the north end of the Las Vegas Strip. On Wednesday around 5:30 p.m., Metro police responded to a report of a shooting in the area 200 block of West Chicago Avenue near The Strat Hotel and Casino. When officers arrived, they found one person on the…

Incidents ・ 18 January 2024

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Illinois Lottery player wins $720K with online game

CHICAGO - An Illinois Lottery player is getting a major payday after winning the Fast Play Twenty 20s online jackpot. The lucky online player took home $721388 over the weekend. They had one of more than 5600 winning tickets sold on Sunday for the Fast Play Twenty 20s game. Illinois Lottery players won more than $950000 in prizes in just one…

Lottery ・ 18 January 2024

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Bally's Chicago Casino Posts $7.6M In November Revenue

The Illinois Gaming Board reported Thursday that Bally's temporary casino in downtown Chicago generated $7.6 million in adjusted gross revenue in November, a figure that was practically flat compared to its first full month of wagering in October. Bally's separately pointed out its gross gaming revenue for November was $8.9 million, noting what it…

Finance ・ 17 January 2024

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Online Player Earns $720,000 Payday For Illinois Lottery Fast Play Twenty 20s

CHICAGO - Even with the below-freezing temperatures, one Illinois iLottery player is feeling flushed, or at least flush with cash, after winning a Fast Play Twenty 20s jackpot of $721388 over the weekend. There were over 5600 winning tickets sold on Sunday, January 14 for the Fast Play Twenty 20s game, netting Illinois Lottery players more than…

Lottery ・ 17 January 2024

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Illinois Gaming Board Renews Harrah's Joliet Casino License

The Illinois Gaming Board put a bow on a busy period of administrative casino gaming work Tuesday when it unanimously approved renewing the license for Harrah's Joliet through September 2027. The 4-0 vote came after officials from the casino, led by Senior Vice President Rachel Bartolini, made a presentation highlighting its achievements from the…

Land-based ・ 15 January 2024

The Times Of Northwest Indiana

Hard Rock has a happy holiday season at the slots and tables

Holiday shoppers and new year's revelers made time to try their luck at Northwest Indiana's casinos in December in between gatherings with family and friends. Data released Friday by the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) show Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana last month tallied more "win," or revenue after paying successful bettors, than any of the…

Sports ・ 13 January 2024

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Illinois Lottery player hits $607K prize while playing online game

CHICAGO - An Illinois Lottery player's week got off to a great start after they won a jackpot prize while playing an online Fast Play game on Monday. The lucky iLottery player hit it big when they snagged a $607328 prize while playing Illinois Super Jackpot, a progressive Fast Play game with a jackpot that grows each time a ticket is sold. The…

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Online Illinois Lottery player wins over $600K with Fast Play game

CHICAGO (CBS) - An online Illinois Lottery player got their week off to a good start with a big win. The player won $607328 with the "Illinois Super Jackpot" Fast Play game on Monday just after midnight, according to lottery officials. The $20 progressive Fast Play game starts at $50000 and increases with each ticket sold statewide until the…

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Best Payout Online Casinos in 2024: Canada's Highest Paying Casino Sites

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Payment Methods ・ 09 January 2024

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Plethora of new games coming to Microgaming partners this month

March has arrived! Spring is just around the corner and for online slot developer Microgaming, that means even more new games! The developer has promised that a new selection of content will be provided this month in partnership with independent studios and other providers. The games include a nice variety of theming as well as leading features…

Industry ・ 08 January 2024

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Illinois iLottery player rings in new year with $583K jackpot prize

CHICAGO - The new year is off to a great start for one Illinois Lottery player who struck it big playing an online Fast Play game. The iLottery player hit a $583264 jackpot prize while playing Twenty 20s, a progressive Fast Play game with a jackpot that grows each time a ticket is sold. According to the Illinois Lottery, the big winner claimed the…

Winnings ・ 06 January 2024

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ILLINOIS iLOTTERY PLAYER KICKS OFF THE NEW YEAR $580,000 RICHER AFTER WINNING FAST PLAY TWENTY 20s JACKPOT

CHICAGO, January 4, 2023 - An Illinois Lottery player struck gold on New Years Eve playing Fast Play Twenty 20s online, and winning the jackpot prize of $583264. There were over 5000 winning tickets sold on Sunday, December 31 for the Fast Play Twenty 20s game, netting Illinois Lottery players more than $820000 in prizes. Twenty 20s is an Illinois…

Winnings ・ 04 January 2024

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Indiana: South Bend's Four Winds Casino to open new hotel tower in March; shares sneak peek

Four Winds Casino in South Bend, Indiana, is set to debut its new hotel tower on March 1. The 23-story tower is adjacent to the existing property and promises guests luxury amenities and "exceptional" views of its surroundings. The third casino hotel in northern Indiana features 317 rooms, including 83 suites, as well as a spa, restaurant,…

Land-based ・ 31 December 2023

The Times Of Northwest Indiana

Ameristar Casino adds 90 new slot machines in renovated pavilion space

EAST CHICAGO - Ameristar Casino officials cut the ribbon on an expansion of their pavilion gaming area Friday, adding more than 90 new slot machines outfitted with popular themes and the latest in gaming technology. VIP Ameristar players got first crack at trying their luck on the devices, including a refreshed version of the classic "Jackpot…

Winnings ・ 31 December 2023

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NBA approves sale of Dallas Mavericks to Las Vegas Sands casino company

Dallas Maverick Jaden Hardy (3) drives to the basket past Chicago Bulls defenders during the 2022 NBA Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center Friday, July 8, 2022. Updated Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2023 | 5:06 p.m. DALLAS - Mark Cuban sees a future of NBA ownership where the advantages will be in real estate. The high-profile billionaire says that's…

Industry ・ 28 December 2023

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Lucky winner takes more than $800,000 in Illinois Lottery

CHICAGO (WMBD)- A lucky Illinois lotto player is going to have a happy holiday after winning a 6-digit lottery. An Illinois Lottery news release states that a player won $880164 online in the Fast Play Twenty 20s jackpot on Dec. 20. This makes them the 6th largest Fast Play Twenty-20s winner so far. The game is described progressive jackpot Fast…

Winnings ・ 26 December 2023

CBS News

Illinois lottery player wins jackpot worth over $880k online

CHICAGO (CBS) - Another lottery player from Illinois is taking home a big win. The person won the jackpot worth $880164 after playing the Fast Play Twenty 20s online on Wednesday. It's the sixth-largest jackpot for the game won so far this year. Back in July, another lucky online player took home the largest jackpot nearing $1.25 million. Twenty…

Winnings ・ 22 December 2023

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4 Video Games That Combine Gambling and Gaming

Replicating the thrill of in-person gambling has long been an aim of both online casino sites and video game developers. For the latter, drawing upon the world of gambling in the virtual universe makes video games not just more enjoyable but more engaging, as well. Can you recall the rush of adrenaline you get when you take part in a mini-game to…

Games ・ 15 December 2023

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Rivers Casino Portsmouth opening delayed

Rivers Casino Portsmouth's grand opening has been delayed until Jan. 23, eight days after its initially scheduled opening planned for Jan. 15, the casino announced Tuesday. The casino wanted to allow for additional time to test and verify new gaming equipment, a spokesperson for the casino said in an email. "Providing a superior guest experience is…

Land-based ・ 09 December 2023

The Times Of Northwest Indiana

Chicago casino attendance, revenue still below opening month

The new casino in downtown Chicago, after nearly three full months in business, has yet to become the tourist mecca or gambling emporium its supporters hoped it would be. Data released by the Illinois Gaming Board Thursday show November attendance and revenue at Bally's Chicago were relatively unchanged compared to the casino's October…

Finance ・ 08 December 2023

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10 Best Casinos in Canada to Play Online For Real Money

Mobile casinos are becoming much more widespread and popular in Canada. The top online casinos make it easier for Canadian players to enjoy fun games like poker, slots, and blackjack. There are many things to consider when choosing an online casino - such as game variety, live dealer options, bonuses and promotions, banking options, and more. If…

Bonuses ・ 06 December 2023

Times Of Casino

Top 5 Underrated Gambling Destinations in the USA

There is nothing quite like hitting a major gambling destination. With the bright lights, the bustle of the casino floor, and the feeling of the chips in your hand, there is nothing quite like it. Going to Las Vegas or another luxury gambling destination can be a bit pricey these days, but there are thankfully a few underrated spots that are worth…

Top and Best ・ 05 December 2023

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‘Tony The Ant’ Spilotro-Linked Las Vegas Home Up For Sale

Those looking for a new Las Vegas home with a link to one of the city's most infamous mob figures may want to contact a real estate agent. The home of John Spilotro, brother of mob boss Anthony "Tony the Ant" Spilotro, is now up for sale. Anthony served as the inspiration for Joe Pesci's character of Nicky Santoro in the 1995 film Casino. John…

Incidents ・ 01 December 2023

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Groundbreaking Wednesday For PENN’s Relocated Aurora Casino

Hollywood Casino Aurora is making the move from surf to turf, and the ceremonial first shovels will hit said turf on Wednesday afternoon. Located on the Fox River in Aurora, Illinois, as a riverboat casino since 1993, Hollywood Casino is preparing to move to its new location on land adjacent to the Chicago Premium Outlets thanks to an Illinois law…

Land-based ・ 29 November 2023

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Indiana Legislature Rules Out Internet Casino Gaming In 2024

The conviction of a former Indiana state legislator on bribery charges related to a 2019 gaming bill has led to a pause on any bills for online casino gaming to be heard in the Hoosier State for 2024. Former Indiana Rep. Sean Eberhart agreed to plead guilty this month to a federal charge of conspiracy to commit honest services fraud filed by the…

Law ・ 28 November 2023

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Las Vegas is Sin City. No really, they did a survey

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - Sigh … If you hadn't heard, Las Vegas is still Sin City. The King of Sin Cities. A WalletHub survey released Monday morning confirms it. But if Houston is embarrassed about its No. 2 ranking, or No. 3 Philadelphia wants to talk about its good qualities, Las Vegas wears it like a badge. It's been less than a week since the Las…

Religion ・ 28 November 2023

New York Post

Luxurious 'Casino'-linked Las Vegas home of ex-mobster John Spilotro hits market for $550K

The luxurious home of a former Las Vegas mobster linked to the 1995 gangster film "Casino" is back on the market for $550000. The four-bed, three-bath stunner is currently owned by an unidentified dancer, but it once belonged to John Spilotro - the lesser-known brother of Tony "The Ant" Spilotro. The two brothers lived on the same block, according…

Incidents ・ 26 November 2023

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Indiana casinos experience eighth consecutive month of Y-o-Y revenue decline in October

Indiana's gambling industry continues to witness a persistent downward trend in revenue, with October marking the eighth consecutive month of year-over-year drops for the state's 12 casinos. While the overall financial outlook remains subdued, a contrasting surge in sports betting activity was observed last month, with handle increasing by 6.3%…

Finance ・ 23 November 2023

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These Las Vegas Strip resort casinos face cleanliness concerns

Over the past 15 years, bed bug infiltrations have accelerated at resort hotels in major cities across the country. Occasionally, pest exterminator trucks have been spotted in front of some of the finest hotels in such cities as New York, Los Angeles and Chicago. In 2022, the top five cities in the nation for both commercial and residential bed bug…

Land-based ・ 21 November 2023

Taiwan News

Casino Management Systems Market Analysis, Key Segments, Share, Size, Research Report and Forecast 2032

Report Ocean has released a research study titled "Casino Management Systems Market." This study offers precise economic forecasts, global assessments, and country-level insights. It provides a comprehensive view of the competitive market and includes an in-depth supply chain analysis to identify significant industry changes. The study explores the…

20 November 2023

Chicago Sun Times

Bally’s ‘temporary’ casino will be around awhile, City Council critic says

The stumbling start for Chicago's temporary casino prompted an influential City Council member to warn Thursday that the city may be stuck with the gambling den at Medinah Temple indefinitely. Ald. Brian Hopkins (2nd), chairman of the City Council's Public Safety Committee, said Bally's was undercapitalized to begin with, and he fears the company…

Finance ・ 17 November 2023

Chicago Tribune

Rivers Casino customers, employees targeted by data breach

Customers at Rivers Casino in Des Plaines were targeted by a data breach of the casino's systems in August, the casino announced Thursday. The casino's internal networks were accessed on or around Aug. 12, and the casino discovered the breach Nov. 2. Hackers targeted the names, birth dates, contact information, drivers' license and government ID…

Land-based ・ 17 November 2023

Taiwan News

Online Gambling Market Latest Trends, Size, Key Players, Revenue, Report, and Forecast 2032

Report Ocean has released a research study titled "Online Gambling Market2023 Forecast to 2031 Analysis by Market Trends." This study offers precise economic forecasts, global assessments, and country-level insights. It provides a comprehensive view of the competitive market and includes an in-depth supply chain analysis to identify significant…

15 November 2023

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Washington: Amazon faces lawsuit over "dangerous partnership" with social casino apps

Amazon is being sued in a consumer class action lawsuit that accuses the tech giant of involvement in an illegal online gambling operation. The lawsuit, filed on November 10 in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington, alleges that the e-commerce heavyweight profited billions from distributing over 30 illegal casino apps to…

Law ・ 15 November 2023

CBS News

Online Illinois Lottery player wins $500k in Lucky Day Lotto drawing

CHICAGO (CBS) - You may want to check your tickets. One lucky person won big over the weekend in the midday Lucky Day Lotto drawing. The player purchased the ticket online and matched all five numbers on Sunday. That prize was worth $500000. Those winning numbers again were: 10-36-37-40-45. Winners have one year from the drawing date to claim their…

Lottery ・ 14 November 2023

The Times Of Northwest Indiana

Hard Rock hits two years as Indiana's top-earning casino

GARY - Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana has at least one thing in common with Taylor Swift. They're both always at the top of the charts. Data released Monday by the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) show Hard Rock in October once again tallied more "win," or revenue after paying successful bettors, than any of the 11 other commercial casinos in the…

Sports ・ 14 November 2023

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Amazon sued over 'dangerous partnership' with virtual casino apps

Nov 13 (Reuters) - Amazon.com (AMZN.O) earned billions of dollars through an "illegal internet gambling enterprise" by distributing casino-style apps and processing payments for virtual chips, a new proposed consumer class-action lawsuit claims. The lawsuit, filed on Friday by a Nevada resident who said he was addicted to illegal online slot games,…

Mobile ・ 14 November 2023

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Illinois Legislature OKs Allowing Extension For Temporary Casino

The Illinois General Assembly has passed legislation that will help the state's gaming board address potential delays in Full House Resorts' construction of the American Place casino in Waukegan. There was some back-and-forth between the House and Senate over Senate Bill 0584 on Thursday before its passage at the close of the veto session. The…

Law ・ 13 November 2023

Chicago Tribune

South suburban casino on pace for summer opening

A south suburban casino is on track for a summer opening as work progresses to get the East Hazel Crest building "under roof" before winter weather hits, according to an executive with casino developer Wind Creek Hospitality. Taking shape southwest of the interchange of Interstate 80 and Halsted Street, drivers likely notice the biggest feature of…

Jobs ・ 13 November 2023

The Times Of Northwest Indiana

Chicago casino daily attendance, win dips in second month

Has luck already run out for the new casino in downtown Chicago? Data recently released by the Illinois Gaming Board show Bally's Chicago saw fewer people wagering less money on a daily basis in October compared to its partial first month of operations in September. Altogether, Bally's tallied 83113 guests at its Medinah Temple gaming facility in…

Finance ・ 10 November 2023

Card Player

Illinois Proposal May Allow More Time For Temporary Casinos

The term "temporary casino" may be in the eye of the beholder if recent Illinois legislation is approved. Bally's recently unveiled a temporary casino in the city's Medinah Temple with plans to vacate the property after a permanent facility is constructed in three years. However, the state senate passed a bill Oct. 24 allowing temporary casinos…

Finance ・ 10 November 2023

Chicago Sun Times

Bally’s Chicago casino sees average daily revenue drop over first full month of operation

With the betting window closed on the first full month of operation at Bally's temporary casino, the Medinah Temple site raked in more than $7.6 million in October, a 12% decline in average daily revenue compared to its first few weeks. The latest monthly cash count announced Wednesday by regulators at the Illinois Gaming Board put the River North…

Finance ・ 09 November 2023

Market Screener

Penn Entertainment Insider Bought Shares Worth $100,452, According to a Recent SEC Filing -November 07, 2023 at 06:17 am EST

PENN Entertainment, Inc. is a provider of integrated entertainment, sports content and casino gaming experiences. It operates 43 properties in 20 states, online sports betting in 15 jurisdictions and iCasino in five jurisdictions, under a portfolio of brands, including Hollywood Casino, L’Auberge, Barstool Sportsbook, and theScore Bet Sportsbook…

Sports ・ 08 November 2023

Pokerfuse

Two Bills Legalizing Online Casino and Poker Still Alive in Illinois

Two online casino and poker legalization bills are still viable in the Illinois General Assembly with a deadline of January 2025 for passage. HB 2239 and HB 2320, introduced by Democratic lawmakers from Chicago, propose multi-jurisdictional gaming agreements and state licensing of online casinos. The Board may enter into agreements with other…

Law ・ 06 November 2023

The Real Deal

Wind Creek Chicago Southland Casino Plan Scores $290M Loan

The developer of a $529 million casino complex in Chicago's southern suburbs scored $290 million in financing as construction on the large project advances. Wind Creek Hospitality, the builder of the casino and a 252-room hotel were issued a loan for the 73000-square foot gambling center featuring 1350 slot machines and 56 table games on the border…

Law ・ 04 November 2023

PokerNews

Jamul Casino Hosts the RunGood Road Trip in San Diego From Nov. 14-19

RunGood Poker Series (RGPS) will stop at Jamul Casino in San Diego from November 14-19 for one of the last stops on its Road Trip series. The stop will feature 12 ring events, including a $250 DeepStack with two opening flights and a $25000 guarantee, as well as a $150 Ladies Event League of Nations. It all culminates in the $600 Main Event with…

Poker ・ 03 November 2023

West Island

Bally's Eyes September 2026 to Unveil $1.7B Permanent Casino in Chicago's River West

Bally's has secured the approval from state gambling regulators for a fully-fledged betting license in Chicago. The unanimous decision from the Illinois Gaming Board ushers in a new era for the gaming industry in the city, with Bally's establishing a presence at the soon-to-be-constructed megadevelopment in River West. Bally's temporary casino,…

Law ・ 02 November 2023

Patch

Aurora, Batavia Schools Agree On TIF For New Hollywood Casino

AURORA, IL - Aurora City Council approved a new TIF district agreement with Batavia Public School District 101 that is expected to allow the Hollywood Casino relocation and resort project to move forward. The boundary for the new district will extend the current one to Bilter Road to the north, Farnsworth Avenue to the east, Church Road to the west…

Law ・ 01 November 2023

Chicago Tribune

Mini reviews: Bally’s Casino Chicago restaurants and bars

The first and only casino in Chicago opened last month to much fanfare, but the restaurants and bars have surprisingly remained mostly a mystery. Food and drink have long been a lure in gambling culture, culminating in celebrity chef restaurants around the world from Las Vegas to Macao. Bally's Casino Chicago, temporarily housed at the historic…

Travel ・ 30 October 2023

Urbanize Chicago

Illinois Gaming Board grants Bally’s permanent casino license

The Illinois Gaming Board has approved Bally's permanent owners license as the final step of review before Bally's Corporation can begin construction and operate the $1.7 billion permanent casino redevelopment in River West. As the first urban casino, the entertainment complex will include the casino space with 3400 slots and 173 table games, 10…

Land-based ・ 30 October 2023

World Casino News

Bally’s Casino Obtains A Permanent Gaming License From IGB

Following the waiting process that lasted for an entire year, Bally's Corporation has been granted permission to officially open a permanent gaming establishment in Chicago. New license: On October 25, the Illinois Gaming Board (IGB), an Illinois-based gaming regulatory body, decided via voting to permit Bally's interim operating license to become…

Law ・ 28 October 2023

Yogonet

Illinois Gaming Board approves permanent license for Golden Nugget Casino in Danville

The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) has granted a permanent operator license to the Golden Nugget Casino in Danville. The permit was issued to Danville Development, LLC,which operates as Golden Nugget Danville. The license is valid for a four-year term, set to expire in October 2027, after which it must be renewed through the board. This decision,…

Law ・ 27 October 2023

Vermilion County First

Illinois Gaming Board Approves Permanent License for Danville Casino

The Illinois Gaming Board on Thursday (October 26, 2023) approved a new permanent license for the Golden Nugget Casino in Danville. Specifically, the Gaming Board issued new casino owners' licenses to Danville Development, LLC, doing business as Golden Nugget Danville, along with Walker's Bluff Casino Resort in Williamson County, and Bally's in…

Land-based ・ 27 October 2023

US Bets

Bally's Gets Extension To Operate Temporary Casino In Chicago

Bally's was granted a 12-month extension to conduct casino gaming at its temporary venue at Medinah Temple in Chicago by the Illinois Gaming Board on Tuesday, widening its timetable to open its permanent venue in the River West neighborhood to September 2026. The board's 3-0 vote followed a presentation by Bally's Vice President and General Manager…

Law ・ 27 October 2023

Block Club Chicago

Bally's Casino Gets Permanent Gaming License

DOWNTOWN - Bally's has received the green light to open a permanent gaming facility in Chicago after over a year of waiting. On Wednesday, the Illinois Gaming Board voted to allow Bally's to convert its temporary operating permit into a full casino license. This means the gaming company will be allowed to operate its yet-to-be-built mega casino…

Finance ・ 27 October 2023

Daily Herald

Batavia school board approves TIF agreement for new Aurora casino

The Batavia Unit District 101 school board Tuesday approved an intergovernmental agreement to create a tax increment financing district for a new Aurora casino. Documents show the board had been shown plans for a new casino and hotel on Farnsworth Avenue near Bilter Road on land that is not being used. Hollywood Casino Aurora's parent company, Penn…

Law ・ 27 October 2023

Commercial-News

Gaming board approves Golden Nugget Danville Casino license

DANVILLE - Danville Golden Nugget Casino received its permanent license to operate on Thursday from the Illinois Gaming Board. The board voted 3-0 in favor of granting Danville Development LLC's owner's license for the Golden Nugget Danville Casino. One member was absent. The license is in effect for four years, expiring in October 2027, when it…

Land-based ・ 27 October 2023

crimereads.com

Crime and the City: Las Vegas ‹ CrimeReads

Let's go to Las Vegas with one of the great kings of the American hard-boiled Charles Willeford in his novel Wicked Wives (1956): 'Once the sun comes up in the desert it rises fast. It hung on the horizon like a solid neon pumpkin, beaming through our windshield. It grew warmer all the time. The closer we got to Vegas, the more numerous the…

Incidents ・ 23 October 2023

Chicago Sun Times

Chicago casino will mean more gambling addiction, experts say

It's usually a 50-minute drive from Darren G.'s condo in the South Loop to Rivers Casino in Des Plaines. Getting to the Horseshoe Casino in Hammond, Indiana, would take about half an hour. Darren hasn't made a trip either way in almost six years, but every now and then he'll pull up the routes on his phone, taking comfort in the inconvenience of…

Gambling Addiction ・ 18 October 2023

World Casino News

Wind Creek Hotel-Casino Project Scores A $290M Loan

Following an 18-month postponement, the Wind Creek casino project seems ready to move forward. In that regard, Wind Creek Hospitality, the company behind the project being constructed on land located 20 miles south of Chicago, received a loan that will go a long way in financing the construction. Additionally, this new money is expected to finally…

Industry ・ 18 October 2023

Pittsburgh City Paper

Best Online Roulette: Top 5 Websites to Win Real Money in 2023

Online roulette is a popular casino game that is enjoyed by players all around the world. One of the best things about playing roulette online is the wide variety of available games. From classic versions, like European roulette and American roulette, to more modern variations, like multi-wheel roulette, there is a version of this game to suit…

Payment Methods ・ 14 October 2023

Penn Live

The 5 Largest Casinos in the USA

The United States is home to some of the most extravagant and expensive casinos on the planet. Between the glitz and glamor of the Las Vegas strip and Atlantic City to the more relaxed vibes of California and Connecticut, the U.S. offers some of the biggest and best gambling establishments worldwide. From massive gaming floors and world-class…

Land-based ・ 13 October 2023

The Pantagraph

Illinois gambling tax revenue grows to nearly $2 billion

SPRINGFIELD - As the saying goes, the house always wins. And as gambling continues to expand across Illinois, that saying increasingly extends to state government coffers as revenue from the lottery, casinos, video gaming, sports betting and horse racing grew more than 5% to $1.99 billion in the fiscal year that ended in June, according to a report…

Finance ・ 12 October 2023

Yogonet

Bally’s temporary Chicago casino at Medinah Temple rakes in nearly $7 million in first three weeks

Bally's temporary casino at the Medinah Temple, Chicago has reported its figures for its soft launch period, from its Sept. 9 opening through Sept. 30, amassing close to $7 million in revenue during its initial three weeks of operation. The Illinois Gaming Board released the figures, providing insights into how the River North casino performed…

Finance ・ 11 October 2023

Gambling News

Bally’s Chicago Casino Sees Strong Start, Aims for Long-Term Success

Image Source: Shutterstock.com Bally's Chicago Casino, housed within the historic Medinah Temple, has made an impressive debut in the city's bustling River North neighborhood. Despite being in operation for just three weeks, the casino attracted over 80000 visitors and generated approximately $6.7 million in revenue, according to data released by…

Finance ・ 10 October 2023