An Illinois lawmaker says the clock is ticking on a gambling expansion measure that could boost revenue for the state. Democratic Rep. Bob Rita of Blue Island sent a letter to House Speaker Michael Madigan and Republican leader Jim Durkin on Monday hoping to gain support for his plan. The… Continue reading
The World Series of Poker is hosting the first annual New Jersey Mayor’s Poker Tournament for Charity Some of the Mayors confirmed to attend include: • Joe Accardi — Rosedale Park • John G. Ducey — Brick • Steven Fulop — Jersey City • Don Guardian — Atlantic City •… Continue reading
The president of the Seminole Indians’ Hard Rock franchise says the company would consider buying Atlantic City’s Revel Casino if the price were right. Revel, Atlantic City’s newest casino, is seeking a buyer or a partner for a joint venture. Florida-based Hard Rock has been a long-rumored suitor for Revel… Continue reading
With Atlantic City’s casino market struggling, the allure of a casino just outside New York City is becoming stronger to some. At a regional gambling conference Tuesday in Atlantic City, Assemblyman Ralph Caputo said casino in the northern New Jersey Meadowlands is the way to recapture gambling money the state… Continue reading
