Illinois

J&J Gaming is proud to announce that it has once again been named in the Inc. Regional Midwest Series, honoring the fastest-growing private companies in America! This marks J&J’s 4th consecutive recognition, ranking #86 on 2026 Midwest Inc. Regionals List!

J&J Gaming continues to demonstrate its commitment to responsible gaming through active engagement with regulators, industry partners, and state leadership across the markets it serves. In recognition of Problem Gambling Awareness Month, J&J Gaming representative Nick Agopian attended the Governor of Wyoming’s proclamation signing at the State Capitol. The event brought together members of the Wyoming Gaming Commission and regulated gaming operators from across the state to reaffirm a shared commitment to responsible gaming practices and player protection. 

As of February 26th, the City of Chicago now allows bars, restaurants, veteran & fraternal organizations, and other authorized establishments to apply for a video gaming license with the Illinois Gaming Board. The previous ban on gaming in certain Cook County municipalities has been lifted as the Chicago City Council voted to approve video gaming in December 2025, nearly thirteen years after video gaming first went live in Illinois under the Video Gaming Act. The City of Chicago has since submitted its opt-in request to the Illinois Gaming Board, allowing video gaming machines to be placed within the City of Chicago.

J&J Amusements proudly announces that Sam Westgate, Director of Business Development at J&J, has been inducted into the American Amusement Machine Association (AAMA) Amusement Industry Hall of Fame, one of the industry’s highest honors recognizing a lifetime of leadership, innovation, and service to the coin-op community. The AAMA announced its 2026 Hall of Fame Class during the Amusement Expo International in Las Vegas on March 18th, 2026.

Go for the Goal with J&J’s Kicking It Big Sweepstakes, awarding $470,000+ in cash prizes!

J&J Gaming kicks off their Kicking It Big Sweepstakes and is awarding over $470,000 in cash prizes to 1,200+ winners in Illinois! Patrons can take their shot at winning when they visit a participating J&J game room and check in on the J&J Gaming app from April 1st, 2026 to May 17th, 2026. This is J&J Gaming’s largest sweepstakes to date, with more cash prizes than ever before.

J&J Gaming and the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) recognize the month of March for Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM) each year. The 2026 theme for PGAM is “Caring Communities, Stronger Futures,” focusing on the importance of community and a group approach to spreading awareness and support for problem gambling.  Click here to learn more about some of the warning signs of problem gambling.