Illinois casino revenue rises 12.7% to $178.2 million in September

Illinois casinos generated $178.2 million in revenue for September, up 12.7% year over year. The Illinois Gaming Board figures show that slots accounted for most of the combined total, generating $134.6 million, up 12.4%, while table games produced $43.6 million, up 13.8%. Rivers Casino reported the highest revenue for the month, recording $44.1 million, up 7.6%. Other big generators include Wind Creek ($19.9 million), Hollywood Casino Aurora ($14.3 million), Hard Rock Casino Rockford ($12.4 million), Grand Victoria ($12.4 million), Hollywood Casino Joliet ($11.7 million), Bally’s Chicago ($11.3 million), and Full House Resorts ($10.8 million).