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Gov. Bruce Rauner has named his former general counsel to serve on the Illinois Racing Board.Rauner announced he appointed Jason Barclay of Hinsdale to…
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The Illinois Racing Board has advanced a proposal to allow video gambling on past horse races despite the board's attorney warning that the move would be…
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South suburban legislators are trying to save a pair of bankrupt horse tracks. Illinois' racing board voted to hold no races at Balmoral or at Maywood…
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The owners of Illinois' horse race tracks say the industry is struggling to survive, but key players diverge on how to salvage the industry. Decisions by…
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A state lawmaker panel is hearing testimony from gambling experts from around the country as proposals to add casinos and slot machines in Illinois are…
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Illinois' two state fairs did not comply with the law last year, according to a recent state audit and budget realities mean that'll happen again this…
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Horse racing at this summer's state fairs will again be impeded by budget cuts. Illinois' two state fairs - one held in Springfield and the other in…
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Internet gambling on horse racing would once again be legal in Illinois under legislation approved Sunday by the Illinois House of Representatives. IPR’S…