Illinois Casinos and Illinois Gambling

Churchill Downs purchases stake in Rivers Casino Des Plaines

The company announced it has completed the $407 million purchase of ownership interests of Midwest Gaming Holdings, the parent company of Rivers Casino in Illinois. read more

Hollywood Casino Aurora hosting multi-week fundraiser

With support from Penn National Gaming, the fundraiser began on 22 February to raise money for the Aurora Strong Foundation and Association of Professional Police Officers. read more

Pestka named Director of Events and Promotions at Live! Casino

In her new role, Jodi Pestka will be responsible for the implementation of all Live! Casino & Hotel special events and promotions, as well as invitational promotional programs and offers. read more

Joelle Shearin appointed GM and President at Hard Rock Casino in Lake Tahoe

Shearin will oversee all operations for the gaming resort. Her most recent role was vice president and general manager at Argosy's Casino Alton as the first female general manager for Penn National Gaming. read more

Eldorado Resorts completes Tropicana Entertainment acquisition

Under the terms of the transaction, valued at approximately $1.85 billion, a subsidiary of Eldorado merged into Tropicana, and Tropicana became a wholly owned subsidiary of Eldorado. read more

Boyd Gaming launches new B Connected

The nationwide player loyalty program is being brought to a new level with the addition of new reward tiers and exclusive new benefits for Boyd Gaming customers. read more

MGM Resorts completes sale of Grand Victoria Casino

The Company acquired its 50% interest in Grand Victoria Casino in connection with its acquisition of Mandalay Resorts Group in 2005. Now they have sold it to Eldorado Resorts for $327.5 million in cash. read more

Yanni to celebrate the 25th anniversary “Live At The Acropolis”

Legendary performer and composer Yanni is celebrating the 25th anniversary of “Live At The Acropolis” with a world tour that’s making a stop at The Joint inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino - Tulsa on 23 June. read more

MGM Resorts International announces sale of Grand Victoria Casino for $327.5 million

MGM Resorts will receive its 50% share of the net proceeds after certain transaction costs, or approximately $162 million. read more

Caesars Entertainment delivers soap with Clean the World

The company, in partnership with Clean the World and The Service Companies, distributed soap to hundreds of families in Guadalajara, Mexico. read more