Gambling

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.

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.

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.

Federal prosecutors say a current NBA head coach and player are facing charges in a sweeping gambling investigation, raising new questions about betting culture, athlete accountability, and the integrity of the game

The FBI says more than 30 people — including former players — are facing charges in a sweeping underground gambling and game-fixing case. Former federal prosecutor Ross Rice joined ChicagoLIVE to explain how agents built the case and what comes next in court.

Several Illinois residents cashed in with prizes of up to $1 million in last night's Powerball drawing.

A ticket sold in Chicago hit Tuesday's Lucky Day Lotto Jackpot.

A record-breaking $1.4 billion lottery jackpot will be at stake Wednesday night after dozens of drawings have passed without a top winner.

The Powerball jackpot has soared to $1.3 billion after no winner Monday night.

Steve Bernas from the Better Business Bureau breaks down new research exposing dangerous gray market gambling scams and how you can protect yourself.

On this episode of "Paris on Politics," Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson reflects on his administration?s midpoint, a state lawmaker makes the case for legalizing online gambling, and Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson shares how she found purpose through political threats and turmoil.

FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.

If you're looking for a new job in the new year, Bally's Chicago Casino is hosting a job fair on Saturday to recruit new dealers.