Chicago leaders review video gambling proposal

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago city leaders gave the initial approval to bring video gambling to the city.

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The committee on License and Consumer Protection signed off on bars and restaurants installing machines on Tuesday.

Illinois already has the largest video gaming network in the country with some 49,000 boxes in operation.

Ninth Ward Alderman Anthony Beale introduced the proposal back in July.

The full city council will take up the measure next week.