Django wants billiards in Olympics

Francisco "Django" Bustamante is out for what could be his toughest mission. The reigning world 9-ball champion plans to lead a group of world-class players in a campaign to include billiards in the Olympics. "I think it's time," Bustamante, 46, said during an interview in his house in Parañaque City. "The Filipinos are the best in the sport and we have to grab that opportunity." For the past ...

Pool hall robbed twice, possibly by same suspect

DECATUR - Police officers sent to a pool hall to investigate anarmed robbery received information that led to the arrest of a manwho allegedly committed a crime at the same business 19 daysearlier.

Bend billiards buddies rack up trip to Vegas competition

Teammates Erica Skatvold, John Smith and Jeff Johnson all started in the local APA pool league less than a year ago and also found themselves at nationals last week.

Garner pool team wins in Vegas

At 27, Seth Coats had never flown on an airplane, never wandered any farther than Atlanta, and, after a terrible car crash broke both legs in 2008, his biggest thrill came from shooting 9-ball on Tuesday nights.

Popular Bourbon Street night spot closes in New Port Richey

Bourbon Street once attracted national music acts like blues icon Bo Diddley, as well as Juice Newton.