{"id":17017,"date":"2026-06-19T08:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-19T13:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/?post_type=america&#038;p=17017"},"modified":"2026-06-19T06:41:31","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T11:41:31","slug":"chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record","status":"publish","type":"america","link":"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/america\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record\/","title":{"rendered":"Chicago rejects sweepstakes ban as Virginia casinos set US$108 million revenue record"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The U.S. gaming landscape delivered two major developments on <strong>June 17, 2026<\/strong>. In <strong>Chicago<\/strong>, the City Council rejected a proposal to ban <strong>sweepstakes machines<\/strong>, while in <strong>Virginia<\/strong>, commercial casinos posted the strongest month in state history, generating <strong>US$108.4 million<\/strong> in gaming revenue during May and further strengthening the regulated casino sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/landing\/multigame-link\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/multigame-diamod-III-700-eng.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9622\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/multigame-diamod-III-700-eng.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/multigame-diamod-III-700-eng-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/multigame-diamod-III-700-eng-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Chicago decision came after a <strong>33-15 vote<\/strong>, in which the <strong>Chicago City Council<\/strong> defeated an ordinance that would have prohibited sweepstakes machines, devices that operate in a regulatory gray area while offering gameplay mechanics similar to slot machines and video poker terminals. The proposal had been supported by council members concerned about the rapid spread of the machines in bars, gas stations, restaurants, laundromats and convenience stores, particularly across Chicago\u2019s South and West Sides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17019\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record2-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The administration of Mayor <strong>Brandon Johnson<\/strong> opposed the ban, arguing that the issue required a broader review of the city\u2019s gaming ecosystem. The debate unfolds alongside ongoing discussions regarding the expansion of <strong>Video Gaming Terminals (VGTs)<\/strong> and their potential impact on <strong>Bally\u2019s Chicago<\/strong>, the permanent casino project currently under development in River West.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"543\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17020\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record3.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record3-300x163.png 300w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record3-768x417.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Estimates presented during the debate suggest that approximately <strong>7,000 machines<\/strong> are currently operating outside the traditional gaming tax and regulatory framework, making them one of the most controversial issues in Illinois gaming policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"453\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17021\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record4.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record4-300x136.png 300w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record4-768x348.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While Chicago continues to debate how to regulate or restrict alternative gaming models, Virginia\u2019s gaming market continues to expand. According to data released by the <strong>Virginia Lottery<\/strong>, the state\u2019s casino and historical horse racing (HHR) sector generated a record <strong>US$108.4 million<\/strong> in combined gaming revenue during May, representing a <strong>27% year-over-year increase<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record5.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17022\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record5.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record5-300x140.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record5-768x359.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The market growth was driven by Virginia&#8217;s three operational commercial casinos; <strong>Hard Rock Hotel &amp; Casino Bristol, Rivers Casino Portsmouth, and Caesars Virginia in Danville, <\/strong>which generated US$70.0 million of the total. The remaining US$38.4 million was generated by the state&#8217;s historical horse racing electronic gaming networks, including locations like Rosie&#8217;s Gaming Resort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"561\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record6.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17023\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record6.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record6-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record6-768x431.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Virginia legalized commercial casinos through legislation approved in <strong>2020<\/strong>, using a model based on local voter referendums, state licensing and direct oversight by the Virginia Lottery. Each casino license requires a <strong>US$15 million<\/strong> payment for a ten-year authorization period, along with regulatory compliance requirements, responsible gaming programs and ongoing financial supervision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"420\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record7.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17024\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record7.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/chicago-rejects-sweepstakes-ban-as-virginia-casinos-set-us108-million-revenue-record7-300x180.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/mve-ads\/?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/ADS-MVE.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16352\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/ADS-MVE.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/ADS-MVE-300x250.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chicago continues debating how to address thousands of machines operating outside the traditional framework, while Virginia continues capturing investment, tax revenue and growth through a fully regulated casino market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The U.S. gaming landscape delivered two major developments on June 17, 2026. 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