Nearly 1 In 8 High School Students Play Online Casino Games
According to Canadian researchers, nearly 1 in 8 high school students plays social casino games and playing these games may be linked to a higher risk of gambling problems among some teens.
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MGM Pulls In $9.5 Million From Gambling In First Week Open
Massachusetts gambling regulators are reporting MGM Springfield generated $9.5 million from gambling operations in its first week open.
Phantom Gourmet: Ballo At Mohegan Sun
Big, bold, and beautiful--that's the best way to describe the food, flavors, and everything else at Ballo.
NightSide - An Update On The Wynn Casino
Plainville Casino Generates $88 Million In Taxes In 1st Year
The first and so far the only casino in Massachusetts collected nearly $180 million in gambling revenues in its first year of operation.
Gaming Commission Rejects Brockton's Bid For Final Casino License
By a 4-1 vote the Massachusetts Gaming Commission denied a license for a casino proposed for the Brockton Fairgrounds.
Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Breaks Ground On Taunton Casino
Another casino project is joining the fray in New England's increasingly crowded gambling scene.
Wynn, Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Pitch Rival Mass. Casino Projects
Massachusetts' casino war was re-engaged Tuesday as casino mogul Steve Wynn made a rare appearance in the Bay State to tout his $1.7 billion casino north of Boston.
Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe To Present Casino Plan To Massachusetts Regulators
The tribe and the Massachusetts Gaming Commission will meet at the tribe's government and community center in Mashpee on Tuesday afternoon.
NightSide - An Update On The Wynn Casino
Public Hearing Scheduled For Brockton Casino Proposal
Massachusetts gambling regulators are giving the public a chance to weigh in on a resort casino proposed for Brockton.
Gov. Charlie Baker Wants Wynn Casino Dispute Resolved Quickly
Baker says the dispute that has led Wynn Resorts to put its $1.7 billion casino project on hold needs to be immediately resolved because there's a lot at stake.
Suffolk Construction Co. Selected To Build Everett Casino
A Boston company has been selected to build a $1.7 billion Wynn Resorts casino in Everett.
Feds Approve Reservation For Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe As It Plans Casino
The federal government officially designated Mashpee Wampanoag lands as a reservation on Friday, a move the Cape Cod tribe says paves the way for construction of a resort casino and establishment of a sovereign tribal nation within Massachusetts' borders.
Judge Dismisses Boston's Lawsuit To Block Everett Casino
The legal battle over Wynn's planned Massachusetts casino is not over, despite a judge's decision to dismiss lawsuits filed by the cities of Boston and Revere.
NightSide - A Closer Look At The Wynn Everett Casino
MGM To Reduce Scope Of Springfield Casino Project
Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno is expressing frustration with MGM for its latest design changes.
Judge Dismisses Suit Challenging Wynn Land Deal
A Massachusetts judge has dismissed a lawsuit challenging the sale of state land for Wynn's planned $1.7 billion Boston-area casino.
Mashpee Wampanoags, Taunton Leaders Tout Benefits Of Casino
Mashpee Wampanoag tribe and Taunton city officials on Monday touted the economic benefits of a $500 million casino the tribe hopes to build in the southeastern Massachusetts city.
Gambling Official Scotches Wynn 'Wire-Tap Room' Allegations
The top investigator for the Massachusetts Gaming Commission says allegations that retired members of the State Police working for Wynn Resorts had access to a "wire-tap room" in the state attorney general's office are false.
Tribe's Controversial Casino Plan Fails To Get Majority Vote
A referendum which would have allowed members of the Aquinnah Wampanoag tribe to bring games to an unfinished tribal community center on Martha's Vineyard failed to win a two-thirds majority vote.
Lawsuits Challenging Wynn's Casino License Cost Nearly $1.5M
Lawsuits challenging Massachusetts' decision to award Wynn Resorts a gambling license have come with a hefty price tag.
Plainridge Park Generates $6.1M In Gambling Revenues
The first casino in Massachusetts generated $6.1 million in gambling revenues during its first week of operation.
Massachusetts' First Slots Parlor Is Open For Business
Plainridge Park Casino officially opened to a large and eager crowd of gamblers.
New Bedford Voters To Decide On $650M Casino Proposal
New Bedford residents are steadily turning out to vote on a proposed $650 million resort casino for the city's waterfront.
Latest News From CBS Boston
New details revealed in Marine veteran murder outside Boston bar
Prosecutors revealed new details about the night they say Sons of Boston bouncer Alvaro Larrama fatally stabbed Marine veteran Daniel Martinez.
New Boston Public Schools Superintendent says 'building trust' is priority
Skipper said every Boston public school should be a place where students are thrilled to be there.
Worcester hiring school bus drivers at $30 an hour
The Worcester Public Schools district is in the process of hiring dozens of school bus drivers at $30 an hour.
Rescued baby swans "doing well" after parents euthanized
Baby swans living in Boston are safe after their parents got sick and had to be euthanized.
Teens jump off bridge to save 15-year-old from drowning in Barnstable
A group of teenagers jumped into a river to save a boy from drowning.
Man facing drug charges arrested with 70 pounds of marijuana outside court
A man appearing on drug charges was arrested while leaving Newburyport District Court and found with more than 70 pounds of marijuana in his SUV.
Tom Brady helped convince Cameron Diaz to un-retire
After an eight-year hiatus, Cameron Diaz is making movies again. And Tom Brady has some advice on un-retiring.
'Tree Eastie' brings more shade to East Boston
Bill Masterson started Tree Eastie to bring much-needed trees and shade to East Boston.
Oxford native preparing for return to Nathan's hot dog eating contest
Geoffrey Esper of Oxford is ready to scarf down hot dogs on the 4th of July.
Latest News From CBS Boston
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New details revealed in Marine veteran murder outside Boston bar
Prosecutors revealed new details about the night they say Sons of Boston bouncer Alvaro Larrama fatally stabbed Marine veteran Daniel Martinez.
New Boston Public Schools Superintendent says 'building trust' is priority
Skipper said every Boston public school should be a place where students are thrilled to be there.
Worcester hiring school bus drivers at $30 an hour
The Worcester Public Schools district is in the process of hiring dozens of school bus drivers at $30 an hour.
Rescued baby swans "doing well" after parents euthanized
Baby swans living in Boston are safe after their parents got sick and had to be euthanized.
Teens jump off bridge to save 15-year-old from drowning in Barnstable
A group of teenagers jumped into a river to save a boy from drowning.
Health
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Massachusetts reports 1,529 new COVID cases, 17 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 5.74%.
Study shows gas stoves could be leaking toxic chemicals
Researchers say some stoves are leaking unburned gas at low levels that could be toxic when released into the air.
Massachusetts reports 8 additional COVID deaths over 3 days, 1,319 new cases
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 5.63%.
Massachusetts reports 3,491 new COVID cases over 3 days, 9 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 5.37%.
Newest Omicron subvariants infecting people who should have immunity
That said, the vaccines still provide significant protection against severe disease.
I-Team
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I-Team: Cleanup finished at Chelsea hazardous debris pile
The city had no idea it was there until WBZ-TV told them.
I-Team: The problem behind Boston's unsolved murders
Unsolved murders are a growing concern nationwide.
I-Team: What happened to Debbie Melo?
Debbie Melo has now been missing for 22 years. Detectives say her husband has never been ruled out as a suspect.
I-Team: Teen accidentally shot himself in head running from police
A teen is in critical condition after accidentally shooting himself in the head while running from police, according to I-Team sources.
I-Team: Mother blames son's death on negligence of Watertown facility
A Watertown facility is facing new allegations from a Braintree mother who says her quadriplegic son died as a result of the home's negligence.
Keller @ Large
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Keller @ Large: NATO expansion may add strain to relations with Russia
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization is officially expanding, as Finland and Sweden are about to become full members.
Keller: State treasurer says Massachusetts should consider suspending gas tax
There is a difference of opinion on the possibility of suspending the gas tax, but treasurer Deb Goldberg said the state has the money to do it.
Keller: Supreme Court decision a reminder that not voting has consequences
Jon says the long-term impact of the court's ruling will be to remind apathetic voters that inaction has consequences.
Keller: Ads claim Congress will "break" Amazon Prime 2-day delivery
Have you seen those TV ads warning that Congress is poised to "break" the popular Amazon Prime two-day delivery service?
Will Massachusetts lawmakers finally find a sports betting solution?
The countdown is on as Massachusetts lawmakers enter the final six weeks of the legislative session. So will sports betting finally make it across the finish line?
Business News
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Bed Bath & Beyond accused of turning off AC in stores
A new report from Bank of America claims the company has cut air conditioning in an effort to lower expenses.
New Hampshire distillery turning invasive green crabs into whiskey
A New Hampshire distillery has come up with its newest concoction called "Crab Trapper" — whiskey flavored with invasive green crabs.
Gourmet Dumpling House set to close in Chinatown
Gourmet Dumpling House in Chinatown is about to close after 15 years.
Massachusetts-based Marathon Sports is being sold
Stores will continue to use the "Marathon Sports" branding.
Stocks falling, but economist says it's 'too soon to panic'
Stocks are falling, interest rates are rising and prices are skyrocketing, but an economist says it's too soon to panic.
New England Living
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Health food for pets at Loyal Biscuit of Maine
Loyal Biscuit is known throughout Maine as the go-to health food store for pets.
Visiting the Owls Head Transportation Museum
Owls Head Transportation Museum is one of Midcoast Maine's top tourist spots.
Sailing the coast with Maine Windjammer
Cruising on this fleet of sailboats promises spectacular scenery, great food, and pure adventure.
Luxury boutique hotels in Midcoast Maine
The Bay View Collection offers a fully integrated Midcoast Maine vacation.
Custom knives crafted in Cambridge
MKS custom knives are used by professional chefs and cooking enthusiasts all over the world.
Sports
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Kevin Durant reportedly wants out of Brooklyn
Kevin Durant wants out of Brooklyn.
Mac Jones cracks NFL's list of best-selling jerseys so far in 2022
If jersey sales are any indication, support from Patriots fans hasn't dropped off despite Tom Brady's departure and subsequent success in Tampa Bay.
Players the Celtics could target with MLE
The Celtics don't have a lot of money to offer up in free agency, but should be able to add an important piece with their mid-level exception.
Cora suggests Red Sox vaccination status will change soon
The Boston manager strongly suggested that Boston's currently unvaccinated players will be available when the team returns to Canada in late September.
Boston Celtics offseason outlook
The Celtics are in a great spot, but Brad Stevens does have some work to do to bolster the team's depth this offseason.
Offbeat
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Stone Zoo announces birth of baby porcupette
The baby's soft quills will harden over time
New Hampshire distillery turning invasive green crabs into whiskey
A New Hampshire distillery has come up with its newest concoction called "Crab Trapper" — whiskey flavored with invasive green crabs.
Black fly season in Maine is lasting longer
Maine's season for black flies appears to be taking up more of the year.
'Huge' great white shark spotted from boat in Cape Cod Bay
A boat was pulling lobster traps in when people on board spotted a big shark.
WATCH: Connecticut woman finds bear inside her house
A Connecticut woman came home this week to find a bear in her kitchen.