Illinois lawmakers are weighing House Bill 4070, a proposal that would let the three weakest casinos apply to move to new ...

The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) reported Thursday $10.6 million in September tax receipts from the state’s per-wager surcharge as DraftKings and FanDuel crossed the 20 million wager threshold and ...

The number of sports bets placed in Illinois has decreased by 15% since last year, amounting to about five million fewer bets ...

The Illinois Gaming Board has reported a 15% drop in September sports betting, after the state imposed a new tax on wagers.

As we approach the Super Bowl, here are two reminders to help Illinois fans enjoy the game in a safe, responsible, and legal manner,” said IGB Administrator Marcus D. Fruchter. “For those who intend ...

Five million fewer wagers were placed in September than in the same month in 2024, and the SBA says the tax pushes bettors to ...

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Aaron Jaffe — a renowned former Illinois state lawmaker, judge and chairman of the Illinois Gaming Board — passed away last week. Jaffe died Wednesday, Sept. 10. He was 95 years old. Jaffe was born in ...

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