MGM says it did nothing wrong as 'fraudster' gambled online

Gambling giant MGM Resorts International says it did nothing wrong in its dealings with a New York City man who accuses it of preying on his gambling addiction with repeated cash bonuses intended to keep him gambling.

As legal gambling surges, some states want to teach teens about the risks

Warnings about the potential dangers of gambling could soon join education about drugs and alcohol in the nation's classrooms. The classes would educate students about its risks, warning signs of a problem, and consequences.

Americans bet $220B on sports in 5 years since legalization

The industry shows few signs of slowing despite some recent scandals that have put a spotlight on wagering safeguards.

New Jersey acts to help problem gamblers, sets ad standards

New Jersey is changing its gambling regulations to set advertising standards, making it easier for people with gambling problems to exclude themselves from casinos and marketing from gambling houses, and creating a position to monitor how well the state’s problem gambling outreach efforts are working.

Atlantic City's first adult-use marijuana dispensary opens on 4/20

A first-of-its-kind recreational marijuana dispensary in one of New Jersey's most popular shore towns will open its doors on the most fitting day of the year. 

Post-COVID woe: Atlantic City casino earns fell 4.6% in '22

Three years after the coronavirus pandemic erupted, Atlantic City's casinos are collectively struggling to get back to where they were before COVID-19 in terms of profitability.

Dealers with cancer beg for Atlantic City casino smoking ban

Several Atlantic City casino dealers with cancer, and others who fear they may develop it, are asking New Jersey lawmakers to ban smoking in the state's casinos.

Workers get support for Atlantic City casino smoking ban

Some Atlantic City casino dealers pushing for a smoking ban have received support from several state lawmakers during a long-awaited hearing on a bill that would end smoking inside the nine casinos.

Atlantic City casino smoking ban bill to get Feb. 13 hearing

New Jersey lawmakers will soon discuss a proposed law that would ban smoking in Atlantic City’s casinos, the first action in nearly three years on an emotional issue that is dividing casino patrons and sickening some workers.

Officials gather to discuss recent hate crimes against several South Jersey places of worship

Faith leaders and officials in Atlantic County gathered on Wednesday to address the safety of places of worship after several crimes against churches and synagogues across New Jersey have been reported since the beginning of the year. 

Orsted to take full ownership of first NJ offshore wind farm

Danish wind energy developer Orsted will become the sole owner of the first offshore wind farm planned for New Jersey.

NJ gambling revenue matches all-time high, with online help

New Jersey’s gambling revenue matched its all-time high of $5.2 billion in 2022, but only half that amount was won by casinos from in-person gamblers.