Legal gambling wagers and tax revenues in Pa. reach record highs over the last year
Over the past year, players wagered more than $5.5 billion with almost half of that coming from slot machines.
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Over the past year, players wagered more than $5.5 billion with almost half of that coming from slot machines.
For the first time, Pennsylvania's monthly revenue from gambling exceeded a half billion dollars.
When the Chiefs and Eagles kick off this Sunday, Pennsylvanians will have hundreds of bets to track.
It's been described as an "up-and-coming industry."
Lottery officials said one state was still processing its sales data. The jackpot is the largest for any lottery, anywhere, ever.
Casinos and other operators in Pennsylvania set a new annual record for gambling revenue.
Pennsylvania is included in the new report.
The state Legislative Service Commission estimates that sports betting will eventually become a $3.35 billion industry in Ohio.
Pennsylvanians placed over $68 million in bets on the Super Bowl, a 27% increase compared to last year.
Pennsylvania's casinos pulled in a record amount from gamblers in 2021.
Pennsylvania smashed its record for gambling revenue, state regulators said Monday, reporting nearly $3.9 billion in the last fiscal year as every category of wagering showed growth in one of the nation's largest casino and gambling states.
The record high was fueled by sports betting and daily fantasy contests.
Pennsylvania casinos took more money from gamblers last month than ever before.
A Pennsylvania state trooper is facing a slew of charges in connection with the gentlemen's club police say he co-owned in Lackawanna County.
Due to closures and capacity limits, Pennsylvania's gambling revenue fell by more than 20% in 2020.
People in Pennsylvania seem to be feeling pretty lucky.
Pennsylvania will again seek to auction a mini-casino license on Sept. 2, under orders from state lawmakers.
Lawmakers are pressing gambling legislation that would allow slot machine-like terminals in bars, restaurants, social clubs and other businesses that hold liquor licenses.
For a moment, West Virginia looked like it was going to allow betting on the presidential election.
President Donald Trump has pardoned Edward DeBartolo Jr., the former San Francisco 49ers owner convicted in a gambling fraud scandal.
Pennsylvania's commercial casinos reached a new high in revenue last year.
Gov. Tom Wolf's administration wants to outlaw proliferating cash-paying electronic game terminals.
Pennsylvania is joining the short list of states where online casino-style gambling is available.
Sports betting leaped by almost one-third in Pennsylvania's fourth full month, as more venues opened amid March Madness.
Pennsylvania's commercial casinos reached another record high in revenue in 2018.
A man was arrested after state police conducted an undercover operation stemming from allegations that he sexually abused a 13-year-old girl.
Oneil Cruz hit a tie-breaking single in the eighth inning, leading the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 1-0 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
A man had to be taken to the hospital in critical condition after a stabbing on a PRT bus.
Women entering the workforce face a lot of challenges, but starting with the right clothing can make a big difference.
The 2026 Pittsburgh Marathon results for winners, times, prize money and more for Sunday's race.
A man was arrested after state police conducted an undercover operation stemming from allegations that he sexually abused a 13-year-old girl.
Oneil Cruz hit a tie-breaking single in the eighth inning, leading the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 1-0 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
A man had to be taken to the hospital in critical condition after a stabbing on a PRT bus.
Women entering the workforce face a lot of challenges, but starting with the right clothing can make a big difference.
The 2026 Pittsburgh Marathon results for winners, times, prize money and more for Sunday's race.
Negotiations over a $500 million dollar government aid package for Spirit stalled after bondholders balked at the terms.
The Pennsylvania House passed two bills about digital identification earlier this week.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
King Charles attended a state dinner at the White House, after speaking about what he called the "truly unique" relationship between the U.K. and the U.S. in an address to Congress.
Ohio's Republican primary for governor is a few weeks away, but there are few signs that the top candidate sees it as a competitive race.
Wegmans now owns the land in Cranberry Township that will house its first Pittsburgh-area location.
As the war in Iran continues, the impact is hitting Americans' wallets, especially at the gas pump.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
The rising price of tomatoes is impacting some restaurants around Pittsburgh.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
What if your planter had just as much personality as what’s growing inside it? One creative Pittsburgher thought the same thing and started giving his flower pots actual faces!
Last week, football fans from around the nation descended on the North Side, and this week, the eyes of the art world are on Oakland for the 2026 Carnegie International. Though it doesn’t technically open until Saturday, Boaz was granted an early look at the event.
The Pittsburgh Marathon is this weekend, and while most runners will lace up in standard athletic gear, a few will be dressing for the produce aisle. If you see a pack of potatoes sprinting past you, don’t be alarmed.
Round up a bunch of reality TV legends, put them on a basketball court, and see what happens. That’s exactly what an upcoming celebrity basketball tournament in Pittsburgh is all about.
PTL hosts Mikey Hood and David Highfield discuss Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports, and more.
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list.
After suffering roof damage from this year's brutal winter, a Pittsburgh family says their insurance company has left them with even bigger problems.
The Downtown Neighbors Alliance's board voted Thursday to dissolve the organization.
The federal government will begin the long-awaited cleanup of a nuclear waste dump outside Apollo in Armstrong County.
Short-term rental owners in Washington County could soon face new scrutiny.
Allegheny Health Network's Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Institute moved to a new space on Friday.
Across the country, there's a rise in cases of a seasonal illness that's causing medical professionals to speak out.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
A growing number of parents across the U.S. are declining routine preventive care for their newborns. Doctors say the trend is raising concerns.
Shaler Township has installed new AEDs in 10 of its parks.
Oneil Cruz hit a tie-breaking single in the eighth inning, leading the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 1-0 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Carmen Mlodzinski had a career-high 10 strikeouts, Pittsburgh tied the MLB record for consecutive walks in an inning, and the Pirates beat the Cincinnati Reds 17-7.
Cherie DeVaux became the first woman to train the winner of the opening leg of the Triple Crown.
The Pittsburgh Penguins head into an offseason with plenty of questions, starting with the future of forward Evgeni Malkin.
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport officials are confident they'll be able to replace Spirit Airlines after the airline shut down early Saturday morning.
The Atlanta-based railroad said Friday that it earned $547 million, or $2.43 per share, down from $750 million, or $3.31 per share, a year ago.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
North Side business owners were left frustrated after unauthorized NFL draft no-parking signs appeared on Western Avenue.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
A converted church in rural central Pennsylvania has become a place where musicians with Amish roots are coming to record music and make videos.
The newly announced tour will be at PPG Paints Arena for two nights in September.
Musgraves will perform at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday, September 8.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Gaffigan announced a continuation of his "Everything Is Wonderful!" Tour and he'll stop in Pittsburgh in November.
KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer got to take a ride-along with Pittsburgh EMS during the NFL draft.
Dress for Success Pittsburgh helps women entering the workforce both prepare and build confidence. Megan Shinn spoke with Liz Mims, the director of community engagement, about their work.
The first finishers of the 2026 Pittsburgh Marathon are crossing the finish line and KDKA-TV's Jessica Riley was there to witness it!
A woman was taken to the hospital, and Pennsylvania State Police took a man into custody for a shooting at Moraine State Park.
A man is in the hospital after he was stabbed on Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus on Saturday afternoon.
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.
