Bally's Proposes Airport Slot Lounges in Chicago
Bally's Corp has proposed installing slot machine lounges at Chicago's O'Hare and Midway airports as an alternative to expanding video gambling terminals (VGTs) across the city.
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Man Files Lawsuit Against DraftKings Over Gambling Losses
A Chicago-area man’s wedding plans faced a harsh reality as his compulsive gambling led to a cautionary tale now headed for federal court.
Chicago Divided on Video Gaming Issue
Tensions over video gaming terminals (VGTs) have exposed sharp divisions within Chicago’s City Council.
Alleged Mob Enforcer Uses Mob Movie-Style Messages in Chicago Gambling
Federal prosecutors reveal that an alleged enforcer from a Chicago gambling ring employed coded language inspired by mob movies to collect debts, as efforts are made to detain him.
Suburban Chicago Restaurateur Faces Renewed Scrutiny in Gambling Case
Filippo “Gigi” Rovito, a suburban Chicago restaurateur and social media chef accused of helping enforce debts for an alleged illegal gambling network, is facing renewed scrutiny after statements made in court filings about his church involvement were challenged by parish officials.
Chicago City Council Panel Advances Ban on Sweepstakes Gambling
A Chicago City Council committee approved legislation to ban sweepstakes gambling terminals in the city, despite the mayor's request for more time to study the proposal.