Bally's hires Lori Lightfoot's law firm amid Chicago legal dispute
Bally's has retained former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot's law firm as the casino prepares for a possible court fight with the city, with FOX 32's Gabriella Premus explaining what's at stake.
Bally's has retained former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot's law firm as the casino prepares for a possible court fight with the city, with FOX 32's Gabriella Premus explaining what's at stake.
Hollywood Casino and Hotel Aurora is officially open | ChicagoLIVE
Greg Moore, vice president and general manager of Hollywood Casino & Hotel Aurora, joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss what makes the destination a must-visit for guests across all places.
Greg Moore, vice president and general manager of Hollywood Casino & Hotel Aurora, joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss what makes the destination a must-visit for guests across all places.
Chicago City Hall meetings focus on neighborhood gambling, youth violence strategy
Chicago leaders are set for a busy day at City Hall as officials discuss neighborhood gambling and efforts to reduce youth violence.
Chicago leaders are set for a busy day at City Hall as officials discuss neighborhood gambling and efforts to reduce youth violence.
Chicago leaders to debate neighborhood gambling, youth violence strategy
Chicago leaders face major decisions today on neighborhood gambling and youth violence prevention. Here's what to know.
Chicago leaders face major decisions today on neighborhood gambling and youth violence prevention. Here's what to know.
Chicago bars push to preserve sweepstakes machines ahead of City Council vote
As Chicago leaders prepare to vote on banning sweepstakes machines, some bar and restaurant owners say the devices are a key source of revenue and are organizing to keep them legal despite growing concerns over regulation and gambling.
As Chicago leaders prepare to vote on banning sweepstakes machines, some bar and restaurant owners say the devices are a key source of revenue and are organizing to keep them legal despite growing concerns over regulation and gambling.
2026 FIFA World Cup is sizing up to be the biggest gambling event ever | ChicagoLIVE
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is expected to generate over $50 billion in wagers worldwide, putting it on track to become the biggest gambling event in history.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is expected to generate over $50 billion in wagers worldwide, putting it on track to become the biggest gambling event in history.
Hollywood Casino Aurora riverboat to close June 10 as new land-based casino prepares to open
After more than 30 years on the Fox River, Hollywood Casino Aurora's riverboat is preparing to close. Here's when the new $360 million casino will open.
After more than 30 years on the Fox River, Hollywood Casino Aurora's riverboat is preparing to close. Here's when the new $360 million casino will open.
From Chinatown to the casino floor: Addressing problem gambling
One might not predict that the closure of a Chinatown gathering place would send patrons to the bright lights and loud machines of a local casino.
One might not predict that the closure of a Chinatown gathering place would send patrons to the bright lights and loud machines of a local casino.
From Chinatown to the casino floor: Addressing problem gambling
One might not predict that the closure of a Chinatown gathering place would send patrons to the bright lights and loud machines of a local casino.
One might not predict that the closure of a Chinatown gathering place would send patrons to the bright lights and loud machines of a local casino.
DraftKings ending in-person sports betting at Wrigleyville sportsbook
DraftKings is ending in-person sports betting at its sportsbook near Wrigley Field, citing Illinois’ tax structure.
DraftKings is ending in-person sports betting at its sportsbook near Wrigley Field, citing Illinois’ tax structure.
Think your kid will go pro? Here's what the numbers say: Telander
Rick Telander, a contributing sports columnist for FOX Chicago, argues that the long odds of pro sports success make chasing balance, education and real-world opportunities a smarter bet.
Rick Telander, a contributing sports columnist for FOX Chicago, argues that the long odds of pro sports success make chasing balance, education and real-world opportunities a smarter bet.
Video gambling debate in Chicago area grows over crime, revenue concerns
A debate over expanding video gambling in Chicago is intensifying. Supporters tout potential revenue and critics warn of crime, addiction risks.
A debate over expanding video gambling in Chicago is intensifying. Supporters tout potential revenue and critics warn of crime, addiction risks.
Feds speak on Indiana illegal gambling probe, 'Operation Porterhouse Parlay' | FULL REMARKS
Federal prosecutors on Thursday spoke a day after agents carried out court-authorized searches at several businesses in northwest Indiana as part of an illegal gambling investigation.
Federal prosecutors on Thursday spoke a day after agents carried out court-authorized searches at several businesses in northwest Indiana as part of an illegal gambling investigation.
FBI raids northwest Indiana restaurants in illegal gambling probe
Federal agents carried out court-authorized searches Wednesday at several businesses in northwest Indiana as part of an illegal gambling investigation.
Federal agents carried out court-authorized searches Wednesday at several businesses in northwest Indiana as part of an illegal gambling investigation.
Expert warns March Madness betting boom may be fueling hidden financial risks
As millions wager on college basketball, Boyce Watkins explains why the rise of sports betting—promoted by stars like LeBron James and Kevin Hart—could be more dangerous and addictive than it appears.
As millions wager on college basketball, Boyce Watkins explains why the rise of sports betting—promoted by stars like LeBron James and Kevin Hart—could be more dangerous and addictive than it appears.
Prediction market Kalshi reveals new insider trading rules
Prediction market Kalshi revealed new steps aimed at curbing insider trading and market manipulation on its platform.
Prediction market Kalshi revealed new steps aimed at curbing insider trading and market manipulation on its platform.
March Madness betting risks: WSJ columnist Eli Thompson on impact for young people | ChicagoLIVE
Wall Street Journal columnist and college student Eli Thompson joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss how sports betting is impacting young people, especially during March Madness. He explains why the issue is growing, the financial and social toll it can take, and why more awareness is needed.
Wall Street Journal columnist and college student Eli Thompson joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss how sports betting is impacting young people, especially during March Madness. He explains why the issue is growing, the financial and social toll it can take, and why more awareness is needed.
March Madness and problem gambling: how to spot the warning signs
Way Back Inn executive director Anita Pindiur discusses the rise of sports betting during March Madness, common misconceptions about gambling, and where people can find help if betting becomes a problem.
Way Back Inn executive director Anita Pindiur discusses the rise of sports betting during March Madness, common misconceptions about gambling, and where people can find help if betting becomes a problem.
Bally’s delays River West casino opening, seeks more time at temporary site
Bally’s is pushing back the opening of its new casino in River West as construction delays continue.
Bally’s is pushing back the opening of its new casino in River West as construction delays continue.
College basketball betting scandal with Chicago ties, expert weighs in
More than a dozen former college basketball players are named in a federal indictment, raising questions about the scope of the scheme, the teams involved, and whether NIL has changed the risk landscape for college athletes, with analysis from Loyola Chicago’s Noah Henderson.
More than a dozen former college basketball players are named in a federal indictment, raising questions about the scope of the scheme, the teams involved, and whether NIL has changed the risk landscape for college athletes, with analysis from Loyola Chicago’s Noah Henderson.