The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board has unanimously renewed the operating license for Live Casino Pittsburgh for an additional five years. This decision enables the facility to continue its gambling operations.
What Happened
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) unanimously renewed the gambling license for Live Casino Pittsburgh, ensuring its operation for at least another five years, according to the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. This renewal occurred following a Wednesday board meeting in Harrisburg. Casino officials presented information detailing the facility’s community involvement and its financial contributions.
During the meeting, the presentation highlighted that $17.2 million in gambling revenue was disbursed to Westmoreland County municipalities and organizations this year. This presentation mirrored one given in June 2025 during a public input hearing in Hempfield, as reported by the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review and CDC Gaming.
Key Details
- The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board unanimously renewed Live Casino Pittsburgh’s license for five years (Pittsburgh Tribune-Review).
- Live Casino Pittsburgh has generated $647 million in gross revenue since its opening (PA Gaming Control Board Renews License for Live! Casino Pittsburgh | PGCB).
- The facility has paid $314.7 million in state taxes since it began operations (PA Gaming Control Board Renews License for Live! Casino Pittsburgh | PGCB).
- Live Casino Pittsburgh, a Category 4 facility owned by The Cordish Companies, opened in November 2020 at Westmoreland Mall (Pittsburgh Tribune-Review).
- Officials reported the casino attracts 1.1 million visitors and employs approximately 550 individuals (Pittsburgh Tribune-Review).
Why It Matters
The renewal of Live Casino Pittsburgh’s license signifies continued operations for a significant regional gaming entity. The casino’s financial impact includes substantial revenue generation and tax contributions to the state, alongside direct financial support to local Westmoreland County municipalities and organizations. Its continued operation also sustains approximately 550 jobs and draws over a million visitors annually to the Westmoreland Mall location.
What’s Next
Live Casino Pittsburgh will continue its gambling operations for at least another five years under the renewed license, as stated by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board’s decision.
Originally reported by Pittsburgh Tribune-ReviewPublished
Sources & References
Primary source
- Pittsburgh Tribune-Reviewtriblive.com