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Hard Rock continues to outpace Indiana casino competition

A sweet song continued playing at Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana in May even as the two other casinos located in Lake County saw their earnings dip. Data released Wednesday by the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) show Hard Rock last month tallied more "win," or revenue after paying successful bettors, than any of the 12 other commercial casinos…

Sports ・ 13 June 2024

The Times Of Northwest Indiana

Chicago casino hits new monthly highs for visitors, revenue

The new casino in downtown Chicago appears to be on a winning streak after recording in February its highest daily attendance and revenue since opening its doors in September. At the same time, Bally's Chicago continues to generate tax receipts well below the sky-high expectations for the city's only legal gaming destination. Data recently released…

Finance ・ 12 March 2024

The Times Of Northwest Indiana

Chicago casino attendance, revenue still below opening month

The new casino in downtown Chicago, after nearly three full months in business, has yet to become the tourist mecca or gambling emporium its supporters hoped it would be. Data released by the Illinois Gaming Board Thursday show November attendance and revenue at Bally's Chicago were relatively unchanged compared to the casino's October…

Finance ・ 08 December 2023

The Times Of Northwest Indiana

Hard Rock hits two years as Indiana's top-earning casino

GARY - Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana has at least one thing in common with Taylor Swift. They're both always at the top of the charts. Data released Monday by the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) show Hard Rock in October once again tallied more "win," or revenue after paying successful bettors, than any of the 11 other commercial casinos in the…

Sports ・ 14 November 2023

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The Times Of Northwest Indiana

Chicago casino daily attendance, win dips in second month

Has luck already run out for the new casino in downtown Chicago? Data recently released by the Illinois Gaming Board show Bally's Chicago saw fewer people wagering less money on a daily basis in October compared to its partial first month of operations in September. Altogether, Bally's tallied 83113 guests at its Medinah Temple gaming facility in…

Finance ・ 10 November 2023

The Times Of Northwest Indiana

Volume continues increasing at Hard Rock Casino

The last full month of summer was a tough one for Northwest Indiana's four casinos - even before the new downtown Chicago casino opened last week. Data released Tuesday by the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) show each Region gaming destination last month failed to increase its "win," or revenue after paying successful bettors, compared to August…

Finance ・ 13 September 2023

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Ameristar Casino adds 90 new slot machines in renovated pavilion space

EAST CHICAGO - Ameristar Casino officials cut the ribbon on an expansion of their pavilion gaming area Friday, adding more than 90 new slot machines outfitted with popular themes and the latest in gaming technology. VIP Ameristar players got first crack at trying their luck on the devices, including a refreshed version of the classic "Jackpot…

Winnings ・ 30 January 2023

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Expanded gaming floor ups the volume at Hard Rock Casino

An expanded gaming floor and endless entertainment options helped Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana once again outpace its rivals in the Hoosier State. Data released Thursday by the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) show Hard Rock in October tallied more "win," or revenue after paying successful bettors, than any of the 11 other commercial casinos…

Sports ・ 10 January 2023

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Indiana casino play shrinks in May as inflation hits home for Hoosiers

Higher than usual prices at gas stations, grocery stores and just about everywhere else appear to be leaving Hoosiers with less money to play with at the casinos in Northwest Indiana and across the state. Data released Friday by the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) show statewide casino "win," or revenue after paying successful bettors, fell in May…

Finance ・ 13 June 2022

The Times Of Northwest Indiana

Hard Rock continues to be Indiana's top earning casino

They're singing "Happy Birthday" this week at the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana. But it might be hard to hear the tune over guests' seemingly unquenchable appetite for wagering at the Gary entertainment destination. Data released Thursday by the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) show Hard Rock in April was the highest earning casino in the…

Gaming Authorities ・ 13 May 2022

Chicago Tribune

Column: Chicago rushes to approve casino deal while south suburbs hit jackpot with trusted partner

Chicago's rush to approve a $1.7 billion casino deal represents a shocking contrast to Wind Creek's plans to build an entertainment complex in East Hazel Crest and Homewood. The Southland seems to have hit the jackpot with a developer committed to building long-term partnerships. Chicago risks making a bad deal by moving too quickly, some aldermen…

Winnings ・ 10 May 2022

Chicago Tribune

NWI casinos report $105.7M in revenues for March; Hard Rock again leads state

March is typically the busiest month of the year for Northwest Indiana casinos, according to a casino executive, and last month didn't disappoint. The four casinos together - Ameristar in East Chicago, Blue Chip in Michigan City, Hard Rock Northern Indiana in Gary and Horseshoe Hammond - raked in $105.7 million in revenues, according to the Indiana…

Finance ・ 15 April 2022

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Hard Rock is Indiana's top earning casino for sixth consecutive month

The party never stops at the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana. Data released Monday by the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) show Hard Rock in March was the highest earning casino in the Hoosier State for a sixth consecutive month - once again surpassing the former earnings leader, Horseshoe Casino in Hammond, for "win," or revenue after paying…

Gaming Authorities ・ 12 April 2022

Chicago Tribune

NWI casinos report strong February revenues; all state casinos up 48%

All four Northwest Indiana casinos posted year-over-year increases in revenues in February, with total revenues climbing almost 60%, from $56 million to $89.04 million. Indiana gaming revenues across the state were up 48.5%. While much of the increase can be attributed to the transition from the two Majestic Star Casinos, which took in $8.42…

Finance ・ 14 March 2022

Chicago Tribune

NWI casinos continue strong showing in November revenue report; Hard Rock chief says ‘extremely strong’ table games changes coming

Northwest Indiana casinos continued to dominate the state gaming industry in November, with Hard Rock Northern Indiana in Gary netting the top spots in overall revenues and table games while Horseshoe Hammond was No. 1 in slots. Horseshoe Hammond took in the second most revenues overall and in table games. Hard Rock, the Region's newest casino,…

Finance ・ 14 December 2021

Chicago Tribune

Hard Rock leads state in October casino revenue with $32.3M; Horseshoe Hammond next with $31.5M

Northwest Indiana's four casinos racked up an almost 47% increase in year-over-year revenues in October, with three of the casinos leading the state in different categories. Ameristar in East Chicago, Blue Chip in Michigan City, Hard Rock Northern Indiana in Gary and Horseshoe Hammond together raked in a total of $97.27 million in revenues last…

Finance ・ 12 November 2021

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Indiana Experiences a Small Drop in September Casino Revenue

As the Indiana Gaming Commission reports, the total casino revenue of the state for the month of September was slightly above $194.7 million, which is a month-to-month decline, compared to August. The cumulative win of the two racinos and 10 casinos in Indiana was $206.6 million. Compared to August's $209.3 million, that is a 1.3% decline. The drop…

Finance ・ 21 October 2021

Chicago Tribune

Indiana casinos take steps to ensure safety of guests, staff for Monday reopening

Northwest Indiana's five casinos and the two Four Winds casinos in Indiana and Michigan will be opening their doors on Monday following a three-month closure, but like with many businesses in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the experience won't quite be the same. Under minimum standards set by the Indiana Gaming Commission, a reduced number of…

Gaming Authorities ・ 07 May 2021

World Casino News

Indiana racinos add live table games

Two central Indiana racinos have added table games to their gaming offering thanks to the May 8, 2019, passage of a controversial bill allowing lucrative casino industry changes. On New Year's Day, Harrah's Hoosier Park Racing and Casino in Anderson opened 28 table games, while on the same day some 42 miles south in Shelbyville, Indiana Grand…

Live Gambling ・ 08 May 2021