Sports Betting

Low Tax Rates 'Key' For Sports Betting Success In Illinois

Daisy Contreras

One year after the U.S. Supreme Court allowed states outside of Nevada to set up their own sports betting rules, some experts are offering Illinois...

Several of Illinois' Division I athletic directors say they don't want gamblers to be able to bet on college sports. Lawmakers heard from them and others Thursday in Chicago as talks continue on how to legalize and regulate sports betting.

Sports & Recreation

Division I Athletic Directors Oppose Legal Betting On College Sports

Daisy Contreras

Several of Illinois’ Division I athletic directors say they don’t want gamblers to be able to bet on college sports. Lawmakers heard from them and...

As Illinois considers legalizing sports betting, state and national sports leagues are asking for a share of the money.

State of Illinois

Sports Leagues Want A Piece Of The Action In Legal Sports Betting Market

Daisy Contreras

As Illinois considers legalizing sports betting, state and national sports leagues are asking for a share of the money. But not everyone is on board...

A legal market where the state regulates and taxes sports betting could bring close to $12-billion in wagers, create 2,500 jobs and generate up to $100 million in tax revenue.

State of Illinois

Report: Legalizing Sports Betting In Illinois

Daisy Contreras

Illinois lawmakers are considering whether to legalize sports gambling. They’re still negotiating the details - -but a recent analysis shows the state...