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N.J. woman to sue Atlantic City casino that refuses to pay $2.55M slot machine win
A New Jersey woman plans to sue Bally’s Atlantic City after the casino refused to pay when she said she won more than $2.55 million at a slot machine earlier this year. Rony Beal, 72, says the Wheel of Fortune machine displayed the word “jackpot,” after a spin, leading her and other around her to believe she won $2,555,910.32, her attorney Mike Di Croce said in a phone interview on Wednesday. The top prize was $1,277,955.16 and a multiplier also lit up, doubling the prize.
Kensington residents and community leaders say they want to change the narrative around the neighborhood’s image
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. When Giovannie Vilomar was looking to buy a house in Philadelphia, Kensington caught his eye. As a second-generation Puerto Rican who was born in the U.S., he was drawn to the neighborhood’s vibrant Puerto Rican and Latino community.
Fatal Shooting at North Philadelphia Bus Stop: One Teen Dead, Four Injured
A 17-year-old was killed, and four others were injured in a targeted shooting at a North Philadelphia SEPTA bus stop. The police believe the attack was aimed at the young boy, sparking a community outcry against gun violence. Key Takeaways:. A 17-year-old boy was killed in a targeted shooting at...
Philadelphia weather: Marginal risk of severe weather Thursday, in advance of beautiful start to weekend
PHILADELPHIA - It was a gorgeous, but warm day for May as a great warm-up for the holiday weekend. Overnight lows will only fall into the 60s, which is definitely warm for this time of year. Clouds will begin to move in during the overnight hours, as well. There is...
Memorial Day Weekend travel predicted to be busiest in decades as severe thunderstorms threaten the holiday: Live
Memorial Day weekend travel may be disrupted by severe thunderstorms rolling into the northeast on Thursday.Thunderstorms will hit Interstate 95 — the main north-south freeway connecting the East Coast — in Pennsylvania and New Jersey as Memorial Day weekend travel begins Thursday, the National Weather Service (NWS) forecasts. The storms could bring heavy rain, hail and strong wind gusts, according to the NWS. These conditions may cause delays and dangerous conditions for Memorial Day travelers getting an early start to their weekend.The Great Plains region will also see severe thunderstorms that could spark brief tornadoes, according to the NWS.The...
Willingboro Man Killed In Drive-By Shooting At Social Club
The shooting occurred around 9:15 p.m. Tuesday, May 21 at the Diamond Dogz social club in the first block of John F. Kennedy Way, according to Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia L. Bradshaw and Willingboro Township Acting Public Safety Director Captain Ian Bucs. The investigation revealed that numerous people were outside...
Jackpot City Launches Online Casinos in NJ Without Announcement
Jackpot City made its U.S. debut recently in New Jersey and Pennsylvania without an official announcement. According to the site’s front page, the online casino is now available in both states. However, the majority of gamblers are probably unaware of the operator’s launch since promotions have been limited.
Here Are Four New Additions to Philly’s Food Scene
Miles Table opened its third Philly location earlier this month, making it one of the several new restaurant openings. The Philadelphia dining scene has added several new restaurants in just the last week and more openings are on the horizon, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Miles Table is...
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