Jim Whelan

State Sen. Jim Whelan plans to retire and will not seek another term in the Senate in 2017, according to a political website.

Gov. Chris Christie says serious threats should suffice in qualifying for a concealed-carry permit, even without a specific threat. Senators are voting to say no.

Industry wants fantasy sports ruled games of skill — helping them avoid rules against gambling.

Polls show it's roughly a 50/50 bet, but lawmakers voted Monday to have voters decide this November whether to allow two casinos to be built in North Jersey.

Governor Christie has pocket vetoed a bill from Senator Jim Whelan to allow Atlantic City’s casinos to pay an annual lump sum in lieu of taxes.

Shape up or we’re coming in and taking over. That’s the message to Atlantic City officials from State Senate President Steve Sweeney (D- West Deptford), who’s introducing a measure that would give the state the power to assume control of AC’s finances.

Well placed Trenton sources have provided the following exclusive to "Hurley in the Morning," on the strict condition that I protect the identities of my sources.

New Jersey Assemblyman Vince Mazzeo (D-2) took a major departure away from his fellow Democratic colleague State Senator Jim Whelan (D-2) today.

New Jersey is charging boaters thousands of dollars in taxes and fees, but two South Jersey lawmakers are sponsoring legislation in hopes of leveling the playing field for businesses who build or sell boats in the state.

Despite initial protests by Atlantic City officials, Gov. Chris Christie is expected to announce the appointment of an emergency manager to oversee the troubled resort town's finances.