Gambling Archives - Illinois Answers Project

A Chicago bus stop advertises the state’s gambling addiction helpline. (Credit: Maggie Dougherty/Capitol News Illinois)

Illinois Regulators Propose Expansion to Self-Exclusion Program for Compulsive Gamblers

by Casey Toner and Maggie Dougherty September 4, 2026September 4, 2026

The changes could open new ways to self-ban through mail, online or through provider referrals.

Government Finance & Accountability

What Compulsive Gamblers Know

by Casey Toner and Maggie Dougherty June 24, 2026June 24, 2026

The hopes, dreams and tragedies of people who can’t stop betting

Jimmy M, a compulsive gambler in recovery, hosts a gambling addiction recovery podcast where he interviews other compulsive gamblers, their family members, addiction counselors and lawmakers. (Credit: Victor Hilitski/For Illinois Answers Project)

Government Finance & Accountability

A Growing Community of Recovering Gamblers Lifts Each Other Up as Formal Resources Lag

by Maggie Dougherty and Casey Toner June 24, 2026June 23, 2026

How a podcast and 12-step network are doing the work the state can’t, and where it falls short

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