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Chicago Budget Contains Sports Betting Tax, SBA Warns of Bettors Using Illegal Bookies

Chicago’s newly passed budget features a new sports wagering tax. It works out to 10.25% on operators’ revenue generated in the city. Sports Betting Alliance warns tax lacks licensing framework, meaning some operators could leave the city as soon as...

Todd Shriber December 23, 2025

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Illinois Sports Betting Tax Resulting in Fewer Bets, More Revenue for State

Illinois' per-bet tax is leading to reduced betting and more revenue for the state Other states unlikely to follow suit, says research firm Acknowledging...

Todd Shriber December 18, 2025
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Phil Ruffin’s Gilley’s Gambling Hall in Kansas Readies Opening

Gilley's in Kansas opens on December 15 Phil Ruffin is bringing the honky-tonk brand to Park City Gilley's replaces the former Wichita Greyhound Park...

Devin O'Connor December 12, 2025
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Horseshoe Indianapolis Casino Strike Continues, Entrance No Longer Encumbered

The strike at Horseshoe Indianapolis continues The picketing workers were recently ordered to move further from the casino The National Labor Relations Board will...

Devin O'Connor November 17, 2025