Hawthorne Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Illinois

Hawthorne Race Course has entered Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings in federal court in Chicago, taking what executives describe as a necessary step to stabilize operations and seek new investment. The filing, submitted Feb. 27, aims to restructure debt while keeping the long-running Stickney track active and preserving hundreds of jobs tied to Illinois racing. License Suspensions and Financial Pressures The 134-year-old venue, the only remaining racetrack in northern Illinois, has faced mounting financial strain. Management stated that the reorganization is intended […] The post Hawthorne Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Illinois appeared first on World Casino News.

Mar 2, 2026 - 08:25
Hawthorne Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Illinois

Hawthorne Race Course has entered Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings in federal court in Chicago, taking what executives describe as a necessary step to stabilize operations and seek new investment. The filing, submitted Feb. 27, aims to restructure debt while keeping the long-running Stickney track active and preserving hundreds of jobs tied to Illinois racing. License Suspensions and Financial Pressures The 134-year-old venue, the only remaining racetrack in northern Illinois, has faced mounting financial strain. Management stated that the reorganization is intended […]

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