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Chicago Hits the Jackpot in Special Legislative Session

Illinois casinos may be closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, but Chicago hit the jackpot during legislators’ abbreviated session.


Both chambers of the Illinois General Assembly narrowly gave approval on Saturday to redo the tax structure for the planned Chicago casino, something Mayor Lori Lightfoot has insisted since last May would be necessary.


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