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Bally's Chicago casino construction paused amid city dispute over video gambling

Bally's has reset the pace of construction on its permanent Chicago casino in River West after alleging the city breached the Host Community Agreement by failing to curb video gambling terminals; union workers were sent home as talks continue. Bally's says opening remains targeted for early 2027 and may pursue legal action with RKF Global, while the dispute could jeopardize a $4 million community-benefits payment tied to the project.

via ABC7 Chicago|

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Bally’s Chicago stalls hotel and amenities amid VGT dispute

Bally’s Chicago is pausing construction on most non-gaming amenities at its $1.7 billion River West casino complex, including a hotel, events center, and multiple restaurants, due to a standoff with the city over the legalization of video gambling terminals (VGTs) and compliance with the host community agreement. About 1,500 union workers are on hiatus while the casino itself remains on track for a 2027 opening, but the broader entertainment complex is in limbo pending resolution of the VGT dispute. Bally’s may withhold a $4 million city payment as talks continue, with a faster resumption possible if the city backs off the VGT rollout.

via Chicago Tribune|

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