Revenue at Medinah Temple's temporary casino has been lower than expected, but Bally's executives said that's to be expected as it continues to break into the market.
The temporary casino at the historic Medinah Temple made less than a quarter of the money former Mayor Lori Lightfoot had estimated it would churn out for police and firefighter pension funds.
Ald. Brian Hopkins told the Sun-Times revenue from the Medinah site isn’t enough for Bally’s to begin building its permanent home in River West. Hopkins also offered an update on plans to revive Water Tower Place, a key fixture in his ward, on the Magnificent Mile.
Legislation in Springfield could open the door to keeping the River North gaming venue operating beyond 2026. Bally’s says its permanent venue should be ready by then.