state government

"Ask the Senator" premiered on WOBM-AM Newstalk 1160 and 1310 on Wednesday with a visit from State Senator Sam Thompson (R-12). The Republican, whose district covers parts of Ocean, Monmouth, Middlesex, and Burlington Counties, addressed a variety of topics, including: Expanding casino gambling outside Atlantic City Refunding the Transportation Trust Fund with a gas tax hike Concerns ab

New Jersey lawmakers often turn to gambling as a revenue stream to fund much needed state projects.  But in today's world of shuttered casinos and slouching profits, is that really our best bet?   Addiction counselor Arnie Wexler says no - and he says he sees only one outcome when the gambling industry fails to live up to the expectations. "N...