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Batavia ordinance change could allow video gambling at FunwayDec 4, 2019 6:37 PM - Funway, an entertainment center in Batavia that offers bowling, roller skating and bumper boats, is now a step closer to adding video gambling machines.
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Even if a Chicago casino beats Rivers in revenue, could it make a profit?
Nov 30, 2019 7:44 PM - After years of pushing a Las Vegas-style casino to boost tourism and much-needed revenue, Chicago's leaders seemingly hit the jackpot when Illinois lawmakers approved one as part of a massive gambling expansion. But obstacles remain before anyone can place any bets. And some question whether it can make a profit even as it would outpace Rivers Casino in Des Plaines. -
Mount Prospect open to more video gambling
Nov 28, 2019 2:16 PM - Mount Prospect leaders appear willing to raise the cap on the maximum number of video gambling machines the village would allow in licensed establishments. -
Man charged in $279K Aurora business theft wants charges dismissed
Nov 20, 2019 5:41 PM - A man charged with a $279,000 theft from an Aurora construction business is arguing the charges were filed after the statute of limitations expired and the case should be dismissed. -
Rolling Meadows to ban sweepstakes machines
Nov 15, 2019 5:33 AM - Following the lead of many of its Northwest suburban neighbors like Arlington Heights, Mount Prospect and Wheeling, Rolling Meadows is set to ban electronic sweepstakes machines, which officials say resemble video gambling. -
Lawmakers adjourn with no Chicago casino action
Nov 14, 2019 7:49 PM - Illinois lawmakers adjourned the fall veto session Thursday without voting on a bill to clear the way for development of a Chicago casino, despite last-minute efforts to get one through the House. -
Arlington Heights mayor: 'Hands are kind of tied' on Arlington Park's future
Nov 6, 2019 8:32 AM - Arlington Heights Mayor Tom Hayes pledged this week to do all he can to keep Arlington International Racecourse open, but added "our hands are kind of tied," saying state lawmakers and the track's owner largely control the situation. -
Batavia considers allowing video gambling at FunwayNov 1, 2019 9:37 AM - The Batavia City Council is considering expanding video gambling to allow the Funway amusement center to add machines. The council also plans to review fees paid by establishments that already offer gambling.
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'We'll just have to see': Churchill Downs CEO leaves Arlington's future uncertain
Oct 31, 2019 8:27 PM - The future of Arlington International Racecourse wasn't made any clearer Thursday by its corporate owner. -
Rivers Casino starts work on new sportsbook, expansion
Oct 31, 2019 6:20 PM - Rivers Casino in Des Plaines has begun renovations to its existing space, company officials said Thursday, ahead of further expansion plans being made in the wake of the new state gambling law.
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