Illinois Records 2.7 Billion in Gambling Revenue
Illinois collected a record 2.7 billion dollars in gambling revenue last year as video terminals and sports wagering expanded. State officials reported rising losses for bettors, prompting concerns about addiction.
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United States bettors lost record sums last year as Illinois collected $2.7B in gambling revenue, a 19.2% increase from the prior year. The total marks a 90% surge from fiscal year 2019 following a state-backed gambling expansion. State coffers are benefiting from expanding sports wagering and video terminals even as problem gambling concerns mount.
