Our Condolences to the Logan Family
John H. Logan, 71, passed away on June 23, 2024, surrounded by family.
Backstretch Picnic, Purse Boost & Election Notice
Celebrate Our Scholars at the Annual Backstretch Picnic on Monday, July 29
Another $1.44 Million for Hawthorne Purses
Offices of ITHA President and Five Seats on the Board of Directors Up for Election
Attention Trainers: HISA Increases Standdown Time for Fetlock Injections Effective July 8
The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) has announced that several proposed rule changes to its Racetrack Safety Program have been approved by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and will go into effect on Monday, July 8.
Calling All Trainers and Owners to ITHA General Membership Meeting
ITHA leadership will offer updates on additional purse money resulting from ITHA advocacy and other matters of interest to thoroughbred owners and trainers.
ITHA Secures Additional $1.44 Million for Hawthorne Thoroughbred Purse Account
The ITHA's diligence and advocacy at the Illinois Capitol has paid dividends for Illinois owners and trainers: state lawmakers agreed, before completing their spring legislative session on Wednesday, to transfer surplus dollars in the state's Horse Racing Fund to Hawthorne purses.
Backstretch Scholarship Applications Available Now and Due July 12
Applications must be submitted by Friday, July 12.
With Legislative Session Ending Soon, ITHA is Pursuing More Dollars for Hawthorne Purses
This year, we remain cautiously optimistic that the legislature will agree with our position that excess dollars in the Horse Racing Fund are best spent supporting the men and women who continue to work in the service of Illinois thoroughbred horse racing.
Welcome Back to Hawthorne, Illinois Owners and Trainers
A message from ITHA President Chris Block
IRB Notice RE: Vaccinations and Coggins Requirements
Reminder that HISA Rule 2143 Requires ALL horses, including Pony Horses, to be vaccinated and have a current negative Coggins test.
HISA Town Hall Webinar Monday, March 11
The Town Hall will address questions about HISA and its Anti-Doping and Medication Control and Racetrack Safety Programs.
Chicago Area Equine Veterinarians
Contact Information for Veterinarians in the Chicago-Area
Thank You,Marty Nixon &Norman Mechanical!
Thunder Cares, the charitable arm of Norman Mechanical, boosted Galloping Out, the ITHA’s re-homing program, with a $10,000 contribution.
Congrats to Larry Rivelli & Patricia's Hope LLC
Illinois Thoroughbred Trainer & Owner Team Win GI Breeders' Cup Turf Sprint with Gelding Nobals
2024 Race Dates Approved
The Illinois Racing Board on Thursday approved 78 thoroughbred race programs at Hawthorne Race Course in 2024.