Chicago Sun-Times: Casino news & notes

Resorts East Chicago is hosting an open casting for the "Million Dollar Movie Edition" of "Who Wants to be a Millionaire" on Monday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the ballroom. The casino is partnering with WGN-Channel 9, "Who Wants to be a Millionaire" and NETFLIX in the venture. Participants who pass a test will be interviewed by the production and casting staff. You must be at least 18, a resident of the United States and meet all requirements. For complete rules and information, visit the Web site www.millionairetv.com.

*Blue Chip Casino & Hotel in Michigan City, Ind., is celebrating the grand opening of its new signature steakhouse, William B's. With both table and booth seating for 122 guests, the restaurant will feature "the spirit of quality dining with a Midwestern flair," according to executive chef Brian Grzyb. It will be open Sunday through Thursday from 5-10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 4-11 p.m. Call (888) 624-9618, Ext. 2118 for reservations.

*It will be easier to get to the Majestic Star and Trump casinos located at Buffington Harbor in Gary thanks to the opening of a new access road, built at a cost of $6 million. It enables motorists to avoid train delays and drive directly into the third level of the parking garage. In the near future, a $30 million marina access road will be completed which will provide direct access to the casinos from Cline Avenue.