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EPISODE · Aug 12, 2026 · 36 MIN

Why Did Bally’s Pause Hotel Construction? Plus, 24 Hours in Chicago

from City Cast Chicago · host City Cast

Over the weekend, Bally’s Casino hit the brakes on all non-gaming construction in protest of Chicago’s forthcoming expansion of video gambling terminals. We ask contributors Brandon Pope and Anna DeShawn what impact this could have on the $1.7 billion River West development scheduled to open in 2027. Plus, we discuss the rise of transphobia at WNBA games and how we’d spend our last 24 hours in Chicago.    Good News: 25th Ave Glenwood Ave Arts Fest Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Aug. 12 episode: Paramount Theatre Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE 

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