Video gambling machines are one major step closer to opening in Chicago’s bars and restaurants after clearing a key hurdle this week as elected officials sent notice to state regulators after Mayor Brandon Johnson took no action. The state of Illinois began accepting applications Thursday afternoon from businesses that hope to operate

One major component of the bill is establishing a statewide hotline and digital platform to connect people and families with assistance Illinois legislators are getting ready to look at a proposal that would officially include gambling-related problems in the state’s current addiction treatment system. Supporters say this could make it easier for thousands of

Illinois’ sweepstakes crackdown has produced little movement so far. Earlier this month, the Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) sent out 65 cease‑and‑desist letters ordering operators to stop serving residents.   Two weeks later, Gambling Insider reports that only Jumbo 88 and JefeBet have updated their terms to block Illinois players. Rolling Riches also added

Illinoisans could play slots, blackjack and other casino games on their phones if the state legalizes an industry that has generated hundreds of millions of dollars in other states. But opponents warn it could cut into the state’s massive video gaming terminal business — and drive an explosion in gambling

J&J Ventures Gaming is protesting a decision by the village of Tinley Park to suspend its license to operate its gaming machines in three businesses this weekend over payment of a push tax.

City is in ‘strongest financial position’ in more than a decade, city administrator says

The Village Board met Monday night for its regular meeting, where trustees voted to approve an ordinance that allows the activity in Plainfield.

The Illinois Gaming Machine Operators Association announces resolution of a lawsuit ending a local fee on video gaming terminals.

DeKalb city leaders voted this week to impose restrictions on video gambling in town.