gambling

Quinn Approves of Illinois Gambling Expansion Plan

Quinn says its “imperative” that the gaming board oversees a Chicago casino as well as slot machine that could end up in Chicago’s two airports.

2013/05/06

Gamblers Could get Loans for Chips at Casinos

The organization Stop Predatory Gambling opposes the loan idea.

2013/04/30

Quinn Vetoes 2011 Gaming Expansion Legislation

Gov. Pat Quinn has vetoed a piece of old gambling legislation that would have added five new casinos and more slot machines.

2013/03/04

Illinois State Senator Expects ‘Rapid Pace’ For Gambling Bill

While not ruling out anything, Sen. Terry Link said it would be similar to his previous proposal of five new casinos.

2013/01/14

9 Charged in Fla. Youth Football Gambling Ring

DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Authorities have arrested nine people, including several coaches, they say were gambling on youth football games and setting point spreads. Broward Sheriff’s officials searched two alleged gambling houses Monday where […]

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Casino Offers Refunds on Seattle-Green Bay Game

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Vegas Books: $300M+ Changed Hands with NFL Call

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New Illinois Gambling Expansion Could Come Next Year

“When I vetoed the legislation before, it did not have dedicated earmarked money for education and I think that’s absolutely required,” Quinn said.

2012/09/24

Gambling Opponents Call on Lawmakers to Uphold Quinn’s Veto

The groups, including Common Cause and the Anti-Gambling Task Force, know that legislators could override the veto.

2012/09/10

Illinois Gambling Expansion Not Dead

Gov. Quinn says he’s OK with an expansion of gambling under the right circumstances.

2012/08/30