HOMEWOOD, Ill. (WLS) — On Thursday, Chicago’s south suburbs showed their new casino.
“It’s exactly what we envisioned and beyond that,” Homewood Mayor Richard Hofeld said.
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It’s a safe bet the Wind Creek Chicago Southland casino could open sometime next week, after final approval from the Illinois Gaming Board.
“More than gaming, it’s a whole lot more than just a casino. It’s someplace you want to come for the ultimate entertainment experience,” said Cathye Amos, Wind Creek Chicago Southland executive director of marketing.
Located near Interstate 80 and Halsted Street, the $529 million project is a 75,000-square-foot venue, with its casino located within East Hazel Crest city limits and a parking garage located on adjacent land in Homewood.
It’s estimated the casino could generate around $2 million in revenue each year for the Southland region.
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