AM News Headlines 12-13-12

(WWLP) - State Attorney General Martha Coakley says she hasn't decided whether former state Treasurer Tim Cahill will face a re-trial on corruption charges after a jury declared itself hopelessly deadlocked and the judge declared a mistrial.

The Mayor of Westfield says the time has come to revitalize the heart of the downtown.

Las Vegas casino developer Steve Wynn has secured a 14-month lease on a 37-acre piece of land on the Mystic River in Everett...and plans to submit an application to build a $1 billion casino there.

The holiday shopping season continues and making sure you don't become the target of a scammer is important in stores *and* online.  The Better Business Bureau is offering common-sense ways to protect yourself... and some tips to avoid more creative scams.

We'll take a closer look on 22News at Noon.