In the interim, the company's temporary casino at the historic Medinah Temple is garnering attention, despite a dip in revenue reported by CBS News Chicago for the month of June. Major construction activities have already commenced with the demolition of the former Chicago Tribune printing press, indicating Bally's adherence to its projected opening date in September 2026. This structured timeline is definitive, a manifestation of the city's evolving infrastructure, embracing the burgeoning casino industry. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has publicly commended the financing maturity, signaling administrative endorsement for Bally's ongoing developments.