CHICAGO (WSIL) 鈥� The Illinois Gaming Board has extended the suspension of all video gaming and casino gambling operations until further notice.
The Gaming Board first suspended gaming March 16 - March 30, but then extended the suspension through the month of April.
No new date is given in the most recent update.
To prevent the further spread of the unprecedented COVID-19 virus and protect public health and safety, the Illinois Gaming Board has extended the suspension of all Illinois video gaming operations at all licensed establishments of any kind and all casino gambling operations until further notice. The health and safety of patrons, gaming industry employees, Gaming Board staff, and all others in Illinois is the Gaming Board鈥檚 top priority at this time.
The Gaming Board is monitoring developments regarding COVID-19 and will continue to make decisions based on science, public health guidance, and applicable law and rules. The Gaming Board will also continue to update licensees and other stakeholders as new information becomes
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