Jim Whelan

Political leaders in Atlantic County want any tax aid package for Atlantic City's casinos to also help taxpayers in the county.

Atlantic City has been a great part of New Jersey's history and immediate steps must be taken to make sure it has a great future, State Sen. President Steve Sweeney (D-West Deptford) said Monday.

State casino regulators say they can't force the owners of two casinos to stay open another four months while new buyers are sought.

At a press conference Wednesday afternoon, Atlantic City Mayor Don Guardian says there are as many as six potential buyers for Revel Casino Hotel.

Three South Jersey-area state lawmakers want casino regulators to force Trump Plaza and Showboat to stay open at least four more months to attract prospective buyers.

Over 1,000 employees of Trump Plaza will receive their Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN) letters today as the casino moves forward with its plans to close in September. However, there could be some hope to save the casino and for Atlantic City's future.

A New Jersey state senator wants regulators to prevent the world's largest casino company from adding to its portfolio in Atlantic City.

Two New Jersey lawmakers have introduced a bill that would drastically expand Internet gambling in the state, allowing it to take bets from other states and countries.

There has been a stubborn and persistent rumor that has been viciously circulating throughout Atlantic County for several weeks. It is being perpetrated by a few bad actors, who have ulterior motives. It is my pleasure to set the record straight ... so that when you hear this baloney again ... you can refute it with confidence ... armed with the absolute truth.

In his budget address Governor Chris Christie proposes setting aside $40 million to help those impacted by Superstorm Sandy. State Senator Jim Whelan applauds the plan, but thinks people can't for the help until the budget is adopted in late June.