The Illinois Gaming Board chose Harrah's proposal to build a 50,000-square foot casino in Waukegan, a northern Chicago suburb. But the company still has two competitors and two more hurdles to clear before winning final approval.
Harrah's Entertainment's offer totaled $375 million. Midwest Gaming and Entertainment submitted a $360 million bid to build a 40,000-square-foot casino in Des Plaines, and Isle of Capri Casinos submitted a $351 million bid for a 40,000-square-foot casino in Rosemont. Read the full story at Miami Herald
Minnesota Tribes Betting on Goodwill Ads - 2004-03-07 Some American Indian tribes have taken to the airwaves to create goodwill during the debate over expanding gambling in Minnesota.
The Prairie Island Indian Community, which runs Treasure Island Resort and Casino near Red Wing, is sponsoring a $200,000 television ad campaign.
One spot shows donations the tribe has made to area organizations. Read the full story at KARE
