horse racing

Online betting on horse-races would continue to be legal in Illinois, under legislation advancing at the state capitol.That's despite concerns of…

Illinois' racing board is taking a gamble in an attempt to save the beleaguered industry. Two historic Illinois tracks will hold no races next year, a…

The owners of Illinois' horse race tracks say the industry is struggling to survive, but key players diverge on how to salvage the industry. Decisions by…

The Illinois State Fair has postponed Monday's harness races because of unfavorable track conditions. The races will now be run Wednesday starting at…

Illinois' two state fairs did not comply with the law last year, according to a recent state audit -- and budget realities mean that'll happen again this…

Republican candidate for governor Bruce Rauner has unveiled what he says is phase three of his plans to "Restore Illinois." It's focused on how the state…

While Illinois lawmakers continue to debate whether to extend the income tax increase. But that's not the only source of money being considered. Backers…

Internet gambling on horse racing would once again be legal in Illinois under legislation approved Sunday by the Illinois House of Representatives.Online…