Jackpot hopefuls were lined up for hours to play a special game for an extra shot at $1 billion. CBS 2’s Lauren Victory visited a lottery dealer on the Southwest Side called the Lucky Mart on 87th Street, and found out it lives up to its name.

Chicago Sports Events Culture

The city of Chicago, Illinois, has a thriving sports scene with numerous professional and college sports teams. It has been recognized as one of the top fifteen sports cities in the world three times, including in 2008 and 2011. Among its most popular teams are the NBA’s Chicago Bulls and NHL’s Chicago Blackhawks. Its fans are loyal and passionate about their team, regardless of its record.

Even though Chicago’s Bears have struggled to start the season, their home games are always sold out. Even the viral video about Jay Cutler’s jersey burning didn’t affect attendance. Fans are fiercely loyal to their team, so it’s not surprising that they’re willing to spend the extra money to catch a game.