Pennsylvania Cities Weigh Value Of Possible New Mini-Casinos
Pennsylvania's gambling expansion law triggering debate about creating 10 new mini-casinos allowed under the law, or ban them.
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Pennsylvania's gambling expansion law triggering debate about creating 10 new mini-casinos allowed under the law, or ban them.
Pennsylvania's Governor Tom Wolf has approved legislation authorizing a major expansion of gambling in what's already the nation's second-largest commercial casino state.
A judge on Thursday dismissed domestic violence charges against Ray Rice, who was captured by a surveillance camera knocking his then-fiancee unconscious in a hotel elevator last year.
The Meadows Casino in Washington County owns 3,284 slot machines.
Move over blackjack. Stand aside poker, Forget the slots. A new card game invented locally may hit the casino soon.
The fired manager of the Century III Mall has been charged with stealing more than $51,000, which he then spent mostly as casinos.
The video of Ray Rice punching his fiancée inside a casino elevator was sent to NFL headquarters to the attention of league security chief Jeffrey Miller in April, a law enforcement official says.
The NFL says former FBI director Robert S. Mueller III will conduct a probe into how the NFL handled evidence as it investigated domestic violence claims against former Ravens running back Ray Rice.
A law enforcement official says he sent a video of Ray Rice punching his then-fiancee to an NFL executive three months ago, while league officers have insisted they didn't see the violent images until this week.
A local mother is facing charges after allegedly leaving her son alone in the car while she went to the Rivers Casino Tuesday night.
Former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Mike Merriweather has filed a federal lawsuit claiming he was fired from his promotions job with a western Pennsylvania casino because of perceptions about his race.
A convention is underway in Las Vegas to show people the new games and new ways to win the jackpot.
Pennsylvania's newest casino is laying off 15 percent of its 450 employees, citing "slower than expected" business since the resort casino opened two months ago.
They were chomping at the bit today at the Meadows race track and casino, as the new poker room was unveiled.
A caregiver was in custody on charges she stole more than $30,000 from a disabled Pittsburgh-area couple and used the money to gamble at casinos, and changed their life insurance to make herself the beneficiary.
Nemacolin, the luxurious mountain resort in the Laurel Highlands, where chandeliers and glitz make you feel like royalty, is now completing construction of the region's first resort casino -- the Lady Luck Casino to open in July.
When slots came to Pennsylvania, people who were against it said it would be about five years until we would really see the negative effects.
Dealers at the Rivers and other casinos are under constant surveillance -- and last year, then 26-year-old Mathew Eisenberg was caught skimming $200 from patrons.
Local residents are being drawn to the tables and slot machines at the casinos to fill their need to gamble.
Nemacolin Woodlands Resort got the news it wanted to hear from Harrisburg on Wednesday: It will be allowed to have table games at the casino it plans to open this summer.
Two former cafeteria workers have been charged with stealing more than $93-thousand dollars from their school, and gambling it at a casino.
A little planning, a designated driver and some back-to-basics Yinzer fun is within your reach for a great Pittsburgh guy's night.
The Meadows Racetrack and Casino in Washington County is continuing to grow. Officials broke ground today on the first phase of a $25 million expansion project that will include a new parking garage and multi-purpose room that can be used for concerts, meetings or wedding receptions.
The Pennsylvania Harness Racing Commission has approved a new operator to take over a Lawrence County horse-racing track and casino project.
It's not the kind of early impression that future head coach Dana Holgorsen wanted to make at West Virginia.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. homered in consecutive at-bats against All-Star Braxton Ashcraft and drove in five runs, powering the Yankees to an 8-5 victory over the Pirates on Monday night.
Developers want to fill the former Vincentian Marion Manor facility in Banksville with new townhomes.
Chelsea Miller, a beloved teacher in Warren County, Ohio, died unexpectedly, Lebanon City Schools said on Facebook.
Two EF0 tornadoes touched down on Saturday in Derry Township, Westmoreland County, according to the National Weather Service.
A man is charged after authorities said he crashed his vehicle into the motorcycle of his ex-wife's boyfriend, killing him, in Westmoreland County.
PennDOT District 11 Executive Jason Zang said that the Parkway could reopen sometime next week.
Chelsea Miller, a beloved teacher in Warren County, Ohio, died unexpectedly, Lebanon City Schools said on Facebook.
A man is charged after authorities said he crashed his vehicle into the motorcycle of his ex-wife's boyfriend, killing him, in Westmoreland County.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. homered in consecutive at-bats against All-Star Braxton Ashcraft and drove in five runs, powering the Yankees to an 8-5 victory over the Pirates on Monday night.
Developers want to fill the former Vincentian Marion Manor facility in Banksville with new townhomes.
Pittsburgh Fire Chief Darryl Jones, who has been on paid administrative leave, will retire after a review of his bureau.
Lawmakers are one step closer to making daylight saving time permanent after the House passed a bill with overwhelming support.
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
Sen. Mitch McConnell released a statement on his health on Sunday along with a photo of himself and his wife, Elaine Chao, after questions swirled about his condition.
President Trump paid tribute to the late senator Lindsey Graham, a Republican from South Carolina, who had just returned from a trip to Ukraine.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Last year, Americans received nearly 30 billion scam robocalls and text messages.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission approved a 3.5% toll increase that goes into effect on January 3, 2027.
After about three dozen Allegheny County home deeds were fraudulently put into an LLC's name, experts are sharing tips for protecting yourself.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
These days, we’re all scrolling social media, sharing photos, celebrating milestones, and posting without thinking twice. But if you’re involved in a legal case, that innocent post could become evidence.
Recipe for Hope is where Pittsburgh celebrities team up with top local chefs to cook for a cause. The woman who started it all — and who’s been guiding us through morning traffic for decades — Bonny Diver is here to talk about the event's 20-plus years!
We’ve heard and probably said the saying, "kids these days,” but we’re flipping the script and talking about "adults these days.”
Dr. Mike Hutchinson talks about the questions pet owners are sometimes too nervous to ask.
Mikey Hood joins David Highfield to talk about their weekends, plus we're in for another round of Squirrel Patrol!
Developers want to fill the former Vincentian Marion Manor facility in Banksville with new townhomes.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Allegheny County is facing a major financial crisis.
It costs a lot of money to keep houses of worship safe.
Over the past several years, neighbors in one Pittsburgh-area community say they've found dozens of dead birds at the base of a single telephone pole.
Western Pennsylvania remains one of the most heavily impacted regions across the country for tick-borne illnesses.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
Pennsylvania is under a statewide Code Purple air quality alert on Friday because of smoke from the wildfires in Canada and Minnesota. But what does that mean?
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Wildfire smoke is causing hazardous air quality in the Pittsburgh area, prompting a warning from health officials.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. homered in consecutive at-bats against All-Star Braxton Ashcraft and drove in five runs, powering the Yankees to an 8-5 victory over the Pirates on Monday night.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Water surrounds the left side of the challenging 5th hole at Greensburg Country Club.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Paul Skenes allowed one run and struck out eight in seven innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Cleveland Guardians 7-1.
The Colorado-based Voyager Technologies has officially acquired Astrobotic, the aerospace company located on Pittsburgh's North Side.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
The Kroger Company announced the acquisition of Giant Eagle on Wednesday morning.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The new movie "Young Washington" opened over the Fourth of July weekend, earning more than $20 million at the box office and becoming the nation's top live-action film.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
It's shaping up to be a busy holiday weekend across western Pennsylvania, which includes the Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival.
The Pentagon has identified two U.S. Army soldiers killed in an Iranian strike on a military base in Jordan over the weekend. The Pentagon said Monday that 19-year-old Pvt. Isabella Gonzales of Carrollton, Texas, was killed in action on Friday during an attack on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan, and that 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan, 25, of Ewa Beach, Hawaii, was killed in action on Saturday.
A tractor-trailer caught on fire on Monday in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Le'Veon Bell, a former NFL All-Pro running back, was arrested in Ohio.
Allegheny County's director of communications, Abigail Gardner, has been placed on administrative leave following a recent social media post.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
