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Published on Jun 13, 2025

DraftKings to introduce per-bet transaction fee in Illinois from September

The decision follows similar action from FanDuel and comes in response to new legislation allowing operators to recoup increased tax burdens. By Shaan Khan Key points: - DraftKings to apply a $0.50 transaction fee per wager in Illinois from 1 September …

Source: Gambling Insider - Neutral
Published on Jun 13, 2025

Two legendary Illinois defenders on ballot for College Football Hall of Fame

Two of the best University of Illinois defensive players of all time are on the 2026 ballot for induction into the College Football Hall of Fame. Kevin Hardy and Simeon Rice — selected Nos. 2 and 3 in the 1996 NFL Draft — are among 79 players and nine …

Source: Yahoo Sports - Center-left
Published on Jun 13, 2025

DraftKings Plans 50-Cent Fee for Illinois Bets to Offset Tax Increase

DraftKings says it will add a 50-cent charge to every online and mobile sports bet in Illinois starting September 1, 2025. This decision mirrors FanDuel‘s recent action and serves as a direct reaction to new tax laws passed by Illinois lawmakers. Rising …

Source: Gambling News - New York - Neutral
Published on Jun 13, 2025

FanDuel and DraftKings announce an extra fee for Illinois residents

ILLINOIS (25News Now) - Illinois residents who bet on sports online or on smartphones will see an extra fee put in place before the start of the NFL regular season in September. Thursday, DraftKings announced that all Illinois online and mobile bets will …

Source: Week 25 - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Jun 13, 2025

Five Illinois suspects charged in federal fentanyl sales investigation: authorities

CHICAGO - Five people have been charged in a federal investigation involving the sale of fentanyl and illegal possession of firearms in Chicago, federal prosecutors announced. What we know: Four of the suspects were indicted for distributing fentanyl, meth …

Source: FOX 32 Chicago - Illinois - Right-wing
Published on Jun 13, 2025

Online sportsbooks announce Illinois transaction fee - clipped version

Source: Week 25 - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Jun 13, 2025

Be Wary of Illinois' New Remote Retailer Amnesty Program

With the recent passage of HB 2755, Illinois will be offering two different amnesty programs within the next 16 months, pending approval by the governor. The first program will run from October 1 through November 15, 2025. This program is an extension of …

Source: National Law Review - Neutral
Published on Jun 13, 2025

Illinois passes increased sports betting tax, FanDuel adds 'transaction fee'

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - When the fiscal year 2026 budget passed a couple of weeks ago, so did an increased tax on sports gambling in the state of Illinois. The tax is on sportsbooks that operate in the state. The two biggest ones are DraftKings and …

Source: Wand - Illinois - Pending
Published on Jun 13, 2025

Photos: 2025 Shaw Media Illinois Valley Sports Hall of Fame

Source: Ilinois Valley - Pending
Published on Jun 13, 2025

Get Covered Illinois Navigators Offer Health Insurance Assistance at Henry County Fair

The Henry and Stark County Health Departments, together with the Get Covered Illinois Navigator Program, are offering in-person health insurance assistance. Navigators will be available at the Merchant’s Building on the Henry County Fairgrounds in …

Source: Regional Media News - Iowa - Pending