Phase-4

It's beginning to look like more mitigation changes are ahead for Illinois Region 1, And those changes could happen as soon as today.

is it because you want to be free to make your own choices? You don't want to be a sheep? It won't be long before Covid-19 kills someone or something you love.

Illinois casinos and gaming have been suspended since March 16th, but now that we're in Phase-4 reopening, the Gaming Board is going to give it a try.

There are many questions about capacity limits, mask requirements, and social distancing concerns.

Illinois is set to move to Phase 4 under Governor Pritzker's Restore Illinois plan. Thousand will be able to head back to work.

While it is good news that Chicago's Brookfield and Lincoln Park Zoos will reopen in Phase 4, you'll need to get in touch with them before you come for a visit.

So you can't exactly belly up to the blackjack table at your favorite Illinois casino yet, but you will be able to resume video gambling a week from Friday.

Estimates peg Illinois' casino losses during the COVID-19 lockdown at nearly $100 million. Today, the Illinois Gaming Board will meet to talk about reopening strategies.