17, 2023 – The Illinois Gaming Board has approved several supplier licenses in connection with Bally’s proposed temporary casino in Chicago’s historic Medinah Temple. The imminent move will keep the casino in Joliet but move it off of the waterfront. 24, 2023 – The Joliet City Council approved a plan to move the Hollywood Casino Joliet to a 309-acre piece of land near the I-55/I-80 interchange. However, the Senate version remains stalled in committee, and indications are not as promising for its success. Edgar Rodriguez’s HB2239 might receive a vote before adjournment on May 19. 2, 2023 – The House version of a bill to legalize online casinos in Illinois is showing positive momentum in the lower chamber. At this point, the Senate bill (the Internet Gaming Act) seems to have more life than its House counterpart. 17, 2023 – Both online casino bills in the Illinois General Assembly have run into problems in their respective chambers. What’s happening with Illinois online casinos right now?
