In a message posted on the former greyhound racetrack’s website and Facebook page, the park said it will be hosting the Belmont Stakes on June 11 before closing its doors. “We are sad to say ...

Empress Casino (now Horseshoe) opens in Hammond with a development cost of $128 million April 18, 1997: Showboat Mardi Gras Casino (now Ameristar) opens in East Chicago with a development cost of ...