JOLIET, Ill. - The new Hollywood Casino in southwest suburban Joliet is expected to open in August, its parent company announced.

What we know:

PENN Entertainment announced this past week that the grand opening for the new $185 million casino is set for Aug. 11, pending regulatory approval, almost six months ahead of the original construction timeline.

The new casino will anchor Rock Run Collection, a new commercial and residential development near the I-80 and I-55 interchange in Joliet. The new address is 1741 Rock Creek Boulevard in Joliet.

The development is expected to see nearly a quarter of a million passing cars every day.

Hollywood Casino’s news facility will feature 1,000 slots and 43 live table games, including a baccarat room, a retail ESPN BET sportsbook, about a 10,0

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