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Tuesday, June 30, 2026 3:14AM

Bally's hires Lori Lightfoot's law firm in possible suit against city

CHICAGO (WLS) — Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s law firm is joining the legal battle over video gaming in Chicago.

Bally’s casino says it hired the firm, RKF Global, to represent them in a possible lawsuit against the city.

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The company is questioning the city’s push to allow video poker and other gambling devices at bars and restaurants in the city.

Bally’s is building a permanent casino in the city’s River West neighborhood.

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