Industry
November 14, 2025
Illinois’ Per-Wager Tax Is Reshaping the State’s Betting Landscape
Illinois’ decision to implement a per-wager tax is starting to reshape how residents place their bets, with most sports wagering operators implementing measures to cope with the change. The tax change, approved in June, added a fee of $0.25 on the first 20 million online wagers placed in a fiscal year and $0.50 to every […]
Lottery
November 6, 2025
Illinois Lottery Player Wins $1M from Holiday Scratcher
A player from Illinois is preparing to celebrate the holidays of their life after winning a $1 million top prize from a festive scratch-off game. The winner promised to share the money with their mom. A Huge Prize, Just in Time for the Festivities According to the Illinois Lottery’s official announcement, the player won the […]
Sports
November 4, 2025
Decatur Edges Closer to Hosting Big Racino Project
A plan to build a massive horse racing track and casino in Decatur is picking up steam following recent approval in the Illinois Senate. The proposal, which merges a harness racing track with a complete gaming venue, might transform the area’s entertainment scene and give a big lift to the local economy. Privately Funded Racino […]
Casino
October 31, 2025
Illinois Gambling Businessman Faces Civil Lawsuit Over Alleged Sexual Assault
An Illinois entrepreneur with investments in gambling and cannabis now has to deal with a civil lawsuit. A woman claims he raped her two decades ago when they were both teenagers. Court Filing Alleges Illinois Business Owner Assaulted 15-Year-Old Court records reveal that lawyers for the woman known as “Jane Doe,” submitted the lawsuit to […]
Casino
October 29, 2025
Illinois Lawmakers Want to Ban Credit Cards for Gambling
Gambling on credit has long been a frowned-upon practice, prompting most developed gambling markets to ban it altogether. In the United Kingdom, a restriction has been around for several years, as has in the Netherlands and Belgium, among other key jurisdictions. Now, Reps. Curtis Tarver and Marti Deuter have pitched HB 4149 in Illinois, outlining […]
Lottery
October 23, 2025
Illinois Ticket Wins $3M from Mega Millions, Jackpot Goes Unclaimed
A player in Illinois has struck gold after matching all Mega Millions numbers with the exception of the Mega Ball. While the lucky individual narrowly missed the big prize, they will still take home some $3 million. The Store Is Looking Forward to Learning Who the Winner Is According to Mega Millions’ official website, the […]
Industry
October 22, 2025
Chicago Mayor Seemingly Supports the Idea of Gambling Machines in O’Hare Airport
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s office is reportedly considering installing slot machines at O’Hare and Midway International Airports. This is an unexpected proposal coming as part of a broader effort to address a $1.15 billion budget deficit, with gambling reforms among the potential revenue-generating measures. Chicago Mayor’s Office Goes Out With New Stance Firstly, we should […]
Casino
October 22, 2025
Video Gambling Magnate Joins Republican Contest for Illinois Governor
Rick Heidner, a rich real estate investor and video gaming businessman from Barrington Hills, has now jumped into the Republican primary race to become Illinois governor. His campaign paperwork filed with the Illinois State Board of Elections adds another name to an already packed GOP lineup before the March 2026 primary. Video Gaming Tycoon Rick […]
Legal
October 21, 2025
Former Gambling Kingpin Indicted for Burglary of Wealthy Restaurateur’s Home
Casey Szaflarski, 67, once labeled the Chicago Outfit’s video gambling “kingpin,” was indicted on May 28 on felony charges connected to a burglary of a wealthy restaurateur that occurred around March 18 at a home in unincorporated West Dundee, according to court records. Szaflarski Arrested for Alleged Burglary Szaflarski and his alleged accomplices, reputed mob-associated […]
Industry
October 16, 2025
IGT’s Flagship Games Paid Out $6M in Jackpots in September
IGT, a global leader in gaming, announced that its top games, Wheel of Fortune and Megabucks, have paid out more than $6 million in jackpots in September alone. This announcement comes as IGT prepares to launch Wheel of Fortune in Illinois’ VLT market. IGT Minted Two More Millionaires According to IGT, its Wheel of Fortune […]
