Showboat Gets OK To Close August 31
New Jersey's Division of Gaming Enforcement issued its final closing order for the Showboat on Monday night; the casino will shut down at 4 p.m. on Aug. 31.
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New Jersey's Division of Gaming Enforcement issued its final closing order for the Showboat on Monday night; the casino will shut down at 4 p.m. on Aug. 31.
The odds are in, and the Seattle Seahawks are still the favorite to win Super Bowl XLIX, in the first set of odds released following the NFL Draft.
Does a casino that plies someone with booze have a duty to protect him from his own bad decision-making?
DeSean Jackson will not be wearing midnight green next season, but the odds say he will likely line up against them twice this season.
If you sign a joint tax form that you didn't know wasn't true, can you be held liable for your spouse's fraud?
It's hard to believe that in November, much of the conversation around the Sixers was that they might be "too good." 3-0 seems like a million years ago, doesn't it?
They didn't add a big money free agent, but whatever moves they made seem to be doing the trick as far as oddsmakers are concerned.
The Phillies won only 73 games in 2013. One sports book thinks they'll be better this year, just not by much.
New Jersey is swinging for the fences in a long-shot effort to overturn a federal ban on sports betting in all but four states, asking the U.S. Supreme Court to declare the ban unconstitutional.
Missouri defensive end Michael Sam announced to the world on Sunday that he's gay. The 2013 SEC leader in sacks was believed to be a mid-round pick in this year's NFL Draft.
Gaming Control Board spokesman Doug Harbach says gross revenue from slots play fell almost 9-percent last month compared to January of 2013.
The Super Bowl achieved record ratings on Sunday night. Perhaps it's because so many people had money riding on the game.
The 2013-14 Seahawks are one of the youngest teams to ever win a Super Bowl. That's just one of the reasons that the oddsmakers say they're likely to repeat.
The Super Bowl is over, now it's time to check your bets (if you live somewhere that this is legal, of course).
On an extensive list of prop bets, the odds it will snow at the Super Bowl are 3/1.
The Broncos have the best offense in the NFL. The Seahawks have the best defense in the NFL. The Super Bowl will decide which is more important, and people are putting their money on Denver.
The Seattle Seahawks are the favorites to win the Super Bowl, and the Denver Broncos are not far behind.
The Eagles Super Bowl odds are the shortest they've been all season, and deservedly so.
Nick Foles has started only five games for the Eagles this season, but he's making quite an impression.
The Seattle Seahawks odds of winning the Super Bowl got shorter, even though they didn't play last weekend.
The Atlantic Club Casino Hotel filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Thursday, the second Atlantic City casino to do so this year.
A 23-year-old poker pro from Michigan won the World Series of Poker main event late Tuesday, claiming the $8.4 million title after pushing past his last opponent in a brief, dramatic match.
State lottery director Vernon Kirk said Tuesday that officials will conduct a "soft launch" of online gambling on Thursday with a select group of preferred players.
Rebuilding is the kind word for it, tanking is the word most people use, but they're both words that indicate one specific thing about this year's Sixers: they're going to lose, a lot.
The two Trump casinos in Atlantic City received their Internet gambling permits Thursday, as New Jersey regulators continued preparing for the launch of online gambling next month.
Philadelphia police arrested and charged Abdul Ford, 22, with sexually assaulting two people within a matter of hours of each other in Point Breeze.
Three men were sentenced to life without parole in connection with a 2021 deadly ambush in West Philadelphia.
While "home" physically looks different for the Sanchez family — the Ronald McDonald House on Chestnut Street feels just like it.
For this mother and son from Jamaica, the Ronald McDonald House in Camden has become a vital and heartwarming home away from home.
The Light the World Giving Machines are collecting donations for six local and global charities this year in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia police arrested and charged Abdul Ford, 22, with sexually assaulting two people within a matter of hours of each other in Point Breeze.
Three men were sentenced to life without parole in connection with a 2021 deadly ambush in West Philadelphia.
While "home" physically looks different for the Sanchez family — the Ronald McDonald House on Chestnut Street feels just like it.
For this mother and son from Jamaica, the Ronald McDonald House in Camden has become a vital and heartwarming home away from home.
The Light the World Giving Machines are collecting donations for six local and global charities this year in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia police arrested and charged Abdul Ford, 22, with sexually assaulting two people within a matter of hours of each other in Point Breeze.
Three men were sentenced to life without parole in connection with a 2021 deadly ambush in West Philadelphia.
While "home" physically looks different for the Sanchez family — the Ronald McDonald House on Chestnut Street feels just like it.
The Light the World Giving Machines are collecting donations for six local and global charities this year in Philadelphia.
The viral Portal art installation is helping connect Philadelphians to cities across the globe.
For this mother and son from Jamaica, the Ronald McDonald House in Camden has become a vital and heartwarming home away from home.
New Jersey Rep. Mikie Sherrill, a Democrat, says she is running for governor in 2025.
We have a good chance to see some rain in the Philadelphia region Wednesday and Thursday.
Sunday is a pleasant day with mostly sunny skies to start, and a much lighter breeze.
The most wonderful time of the year is fast approaching which can only mean Christmas shoppers are about to take over malls in full force.
We have a good chance to see some rain in the Philadelphia region Wednesday and Thursday.
Sunday is a pleasant day with mostly sunny skies to start, and a much lighter breeze.
Wilmington police are investigating a hit-and-run crash that critically injured three women early Saturday morning.
High pressure will build in from the Midwest for the weekend promoting plenty of sunshine and providing drier air and breezy conditions for Saturday.
Saint Mark's High School in Wilmington hosted a special event Monday to honor veterans, military members and their families.
Meet Hassan Paige, a man from Bucks County, who is one of the finalists of the "2024 Ultimate Men's Health Guy."
Years after suffering a birth injury, Ryan Stehlik is playing lacrosse and wants to eventually become a physical therapist and help others.
This nonprofit, Climbing for Community, helps connect children in underserved communities with the benefits of rock climbing.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
Dozens of young women from Philadelphia were encouraged to pursue careers in STEM during an event at Penn Medicine.
Six Flags announced it shut down the Kingda Ka and Green Lantern roller coasters to make way for two new rides including The Flash coaster.
Xfinity Live!, the popular bar and entertainment venue at the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, is getting a multi-million dollar makeover.
The Hershey Company recently announced the acquisition of the sour candy brand, Sour Strips.
Von Maur, one of the country's top retailers, held its grand opening Saturday at South Hills Village.
Devon Seafood in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square is set to close on Dec. 31.
Some members of Philadelphia City Council want federal funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to save SEPTA, which is facing a fiscal cliff.
A driver had to be extricated after his truck and a school bus crashed in Lower Moreland. At least one student had minor injuries.
Lower Merion Police have located the vehicle and driver wanted in a deadly hit-and-run of a woman in a wheelchair along City Avenue.
Federal money used to help SEPTA make up for lost riders is about to run out – and major cuts could be coming if that money is not replaced.
All lanes reopened after a crash blocked westbound lanes of the Pennsylvania Turnpike near Bensalem on Tuesday morning.
The Temple University athletic department announced that Stan Drayton is leaving the Owls football program after joining the team as head coach in 2021.
Travis Konecny's two goals and Matvei Michkov's two assists secured the Flyers' third straight win as they defeated the Sabres 5-2.
The Orlando Magic pulled away in the fourth quarter to a 98-86 win over the Philadelphia 76ers in an NBA Cup game.
Mike Tyson, a boxing legend, and Jake Paul, a social media legend, threw down Friday in Dallas. Financially, they both came out winners.
The Eagles' win improves the Birds to 8-2 and extends their winning streak to six games.
With the release of part one of her new memoir, Cher talks about her relationship - on stage and off - with Sonny Bono, and why their TV partnership survived beyond their marriage.
The most wonderful time of the year is fast approaching which can only mean Christmas shoppers are about to take over malls in full force.
Another work week is in the books, and now it's time to celebrate your much-deserved downtime. Here's what's going on in Philadelphia this weekend.
Mike Tyson, a boxing legend, and Jake Paul, a social media legend, threw down Friday in Dallas. Financially, they both came out winners.
Jason Kelce and Stevie Nicks have ousted Mariah Carey atop the iTunes holiday song chart with their single "Maybe This Christmas."
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
The iconic Great White roller coaster is being upgraded with new trains and other enhancements designed for a smoother and faster experience.
Joe Callahan is a core team member of Portal.org, the organization behind the viral art installation, which is helping to spread love by making connections around the world through art and technology.
The Light the World Giving Machines are back for a second year at Philadelphia's Fashion District.
The contract with SMART Local 1594, the union representing SEPTA workers in the suburbs, ends at midnight.
Monday will be mild and sunny with highs near 68 degrees by the afternoon. Temperatures cool down a bit Tuesday, with our next chance for steady rain moving into the region Wednesday into Thursday. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has your NEXT Weather forecast.