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Mike Selig Throws CFTC Weight Behind Prediction Markets | Gambling Insider
Mike Selig Throws CFTC Weight Behind Prediction Markets | Gambling Insider
Commodities Futures Trading Commission Chairman Michael Selig is no longer mincing words on how he plans to address the prediction markets landscape. Making his
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January 30, 2026 at 8:19 PM
Mike Selig Throws CFTC Weight Behind Prediction Markets | Gambling Insider
Feigenholtz leads measure to allow Illinoisans to bet on Academy Awards
Feigenholtz leads measure to allow Illinoisans to bet on Academy Awards
SPRINGFIELD — Betting on the Oscars could soon be legal in Illinois under a new proposal from State Senator Sara Feigenholtz, opening the door for wagers on major entertainment awards alongside traditional...
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January 30, 2026 at 6:19 PM
Feigenholtz leads measure to allow Illinoisans to bet on Academy Awards
US Gambling Bills That Mattered: Virginia, Hawaii and Sweepstakes
US Gambling Bills That Mattered This Week: Virginia Leads, Hawaii Explores, Sweepstakes Debate Continues | Gambling Insider
Virginia: Broad Gambling Package Advances Virginia legislators were busy this week with gambling proposals. The Senate General Laws and Technology Committee too
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January 30, 2026 at 4:19 PM
US Gambling Bills That Mattered: Virginia, Hawaii and Sweepstakes
NEW DETAILS: Suburban gaming parlor burglarized for second time this month, owner says
NEW DETAILS: Suburban gaming parlor burglarized for second time this month, owner says
Streaming now at https://abc7.ws/484PqhJCrestwood police are investigating a break-in and burglary at Patriot Pub and Gaming Parlor on Cicero Avenue, the own...
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January 30, 2026 at 3:19 PM
NEW DETAILS: Suburban gaming parlor burglarized for second time this month, owner says
Shiloh liquor store, gaming parlor shut down due to safety code violations
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January 30, 2026 at 12:49 PM
Shiloh liquor store, gaming parlor shut down due to safety code violations
Gov hopeful took money from exec of garbage hauler dogged by mob allegations
Gov hopeful took money from exec of garbage hauler dogged by mob allegations
Video gambling magnate Rick Heidner is unapologetic about taking $1,000 from the president of D & P Construction Co., Inc., saying he's not going to return it "to grandstand because you say something...
chicago.suntimes.com
January 30, 2026 at 12:19 PM
Gov hopeful took money from exec of garbage hauler dogged by mob allegations
FBI Adds Illegal Bingo Operator to Most Wanted List After $10.7 Million Charity Fraud
FBI Adds Illegal Bingo Operator to Most Wanted List After $10.7 Million Charity Fraud | Gambling Insider
In May 2025, a jury found the U.S.-Philippines dual citizen guilty on a series of charges. These included operating an illegal gambling business, money launderi
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January 30, 2026 at 12:04 PM
FBI Adds Illegal Bingo Operator to Most Wanted List After $10.7 Million Charity Fraud
Illinois Racing Board suspends Suburban Downs license - CDC Gaming Reports
Illinois Racing Board suspends Suburban Downs license
The Illinois Racing Board has suspended the license of Suburban Downs, operator of harness racing at Hawthorne Race Course, casting doubt on the fate of the Thoroughbred meeting slated to start March...
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January 29, 2026 at 10:49 PM
Illinois Racing Board suspends Suburban Downs license - CDC Gaming Reports
South suburban gaming parlor burglarized for second time this month: owner
South suburban gaming parlor burglarized for second time this month: owner
Police in south suburban Crestwood are investigating after a break-in and burglary at a gaming parlor.
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January 29, 2026 at 9:42 PM
South suburban gaming parlor burglarized for second time this month: owner
Illinois Racing Board suspends Suburban Downs license - CDC Gaming Reports
Illinois Racing Board suspends Suburban Downs license
The Illinois Racing Board has suspended the license of Suburban Downs, operator of harness racing at Hawthorne Race Course, casting doubt on the fate of the Thoroughbred meeting slated to start March...
cdcgaming.com
January 29, 2026 at 8:19 PM
Illinois Racing Board suspends Suburban Downs license - CDC Gaming Reports
Penn Adds Spa to Riverboat Replacement Casino in Illinois - Gambling News
Penn Adds Spa to Riverboat Replacement Casino in Illinois
American gaming giant Penn Entertainment announced that its new property in Illinois will include a state-of-the-art luxury spa.
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January 29, 2026 at 7:19 PM
Penn Adds Spa to Riverboat Replacement Casino in Illinois - Gambling News
Veteran lobbyist with clients that regularly intersect with City Hall weighs run for Chicago mayor
Veteran lobbyist with clients that regularly intersect with City Hall weighs run for Chicago mayor
That would seem to present a potentially serious conflict of interest for John Kelly should he formally enter the race and win. But Kelly says he would divest from his lobbying firm and be able to navigate...
chicago.suntimes.com
January 29, 2026 at 1:04 PM
Veteran lobbyist with clients that regularly intersect with City Hall weighs run for Chicago mayor
Forthcoming Hollywood Casino Aurora Will Feature 'Luxury Wellness Spa'
Forthcoming Hollywood Casino Aurora Will Feature 'Luxury Spa'
The under-construction Hollywood Casino Aurora in Illinois will include what the gaming developer is billing as a "luxury wellness spa."
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January 29, 2026 at 12:49 PM
Forthcoming Hollywood Casino Aurora Will Feature 'Luxury Wellness Spa'
Illinois sportsbooks take record bets in November - Gaming Intelligence
Illinois sportsbooks take record bets in November - Gaming Intelligence
Illinois’ sportsbooks took record bets of $1.66 billion in November, a rise of 8 per cent year-on-year.
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January 29, 2026 at 12:34 PM
Illinois sportsbooks take record bets in November - Gaming Intelligence
Illinois Racing Board, Hawthorne discuss track's financial woes but no meaningful action taken
Illinois Racing Board, Hawthorne discuss track's financial woes but no meaningful action taken
Two days after the Illinois Racing Board suspended the state-issued license allowing Hawthorne Race Course to conduct an ongoing harness meet, the board held a regularly scheduled meeting Wednesday that...
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January 29, 2026 at 12:19 PM
Illinois Racing Board, Hawthorne discuss track's financial woes but no meaningful action taken
Construction moving along for Beloit's new casino opening in September
Construction moving along for Beloit’s new casino opening in September
The city of Beloit is set to welcome Ho-Chunk Gaming Beloit’s casino later this year, with construction currently 60% complete and an expected opening in September. This $700 million project …
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January 29, 2026 at 12:04 PM
Construction moving along for Beloit's new casino opening in September
Bally’s Casino Chicago Hits Key Construction Milestone
Bally's Casino Chicago Hits Key Construction Milestone
The first set of glass curtain wall panels have been installed on the hotel tower for Bally’s Casino Chicago in River West. The panels were put in place on the east façade of the tower, along the Chicago...
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January 28, 2026 at 9:49 PM
Bally’s Casino Chicago Hits Key Construction Milestone
Darien Video Gambling Rises Again, With 13 Establishments Taking Part - Patch
Darien Video Gambling Rises Again, With 13 Establishments Taking Part
Check the top gambling tax generators for the city of Darien last year.
patch.com
January 28, 2026 at 9:42 PM
Darien Video Gambling Rises Again, With 13 Establishments Taking Part - Patch
Editorial: Missouri must end the video gambling farce
Editorial: Missouri must end the video gambling farce
Either regulate and tax illegal machines or finally enforce Missouri law
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January 28, 2026 at 9:34 PM
Editorial: Missouri must end the video gambling farce
Darien Video Gambling Rises Again, With 13 Establishments Taking Part - Patch
Darien Video Gambling Rises Again, With 13 Establishments Taking Part
Check the top gambling tax generators for the city of Darien last year.
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January 28, 2026 at 9:19 PM
Darien Video Gambling Rises Again, With 13 Establishments Taking Part - Patch
Darien Video Gambling Rises Again, With 13 Establishments Taking Part - Patch
Darien Video Gambling Rises Again, With 13 Establishments Taking Part
Check the top gambling tax generators for the city of Darien last year.
patch.com
January 28, 2026 at 7:19 PM
Darien Video Gambling Rises Again, With 13 Establishments Taking Part - Patch
Elite Casino Resorts Acquires Catfish Bend Casino & FunCity Resort - North Platte Post
Elite Casino Resorts Acquires Catfish Bend Casino & FunCity Resort
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January 28, 2026 at 4:34 PM
Elite Casino Resorts Acquires Catfish Bend Casino & FunCity Resort - North Platte Post
Elite Casino Resorts celebrates 20 years of business
Elite Casino Resorts celebrates 20 years of business
Elite Casino Resorts is marking a major milestone this year. They are celebrating 20 years of business. The company is celebrating with a Year of Entertainment. Johnathan Condit with Elite Casino R…
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January 28, 2026 at 4:19 PM
Elite Casino Resorts celebrates 20 years of business
Illinois Racing Board suspends the harness racing license at Hawthorne Race Course due to financial troubles
Illinois Racing Board suspends the harness racing license at Hawthorne Race Course due to financial troubles
The Illinois Racing Board has suspended the operating license for harness racing at Hawthorne Race Course, citing ongoing financial difficulties.
www.chicagotribune.com
January 28, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Illinois Racing Board suspends the harness racing license at Hawthorne Race Course due to financial troubles
Virginia Advances 10% DFS Tax as Lawmakers Rein In Fantasy Sports - Gambling Insider
Virginia Advances 10% DFS Tax as Lawmakers Move to Rein In Fantasy Sports | Gambling Insider
House Bill 145 (HB 145) aims to restructure and update the state's Fantasy Contests Act. This would bolster regulation, introduce taxation, and improve consumer
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January 28, 2026 at 2:19 PM
Virginia Advances 10% DFS Tax as Lawmakers Rein In Fantasy Sports - Gambling Insider