New Jersey

Atlantic City's declining gambling market that contributed to a near default on city finances last year is poised for a slight comeback with the shuttered Revel Casino Hotel slated to reopen next year under new ownership.

With a $2.4 billion modernization of Newark Liberty International Airport already taking flight, an urban planning group wants the airport to spread its wings further with a large-scale infrastructure project.

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie urged his successor to reduce health benefits for public employees as a way to fund the state’s underfunded pension system.

New Jersey is cutting salaries for Atlantic City firefighters after a court limited staff reductions under the state’s Municipal Stabilization and Recovery Act.

The governors of California, New York and New Jersey said they would challenge the Republican tax bills in court if they pass.

The year-end deadlines built into the GOP tax bills guarantee long hours in December for those putting together deals before Jan. 1.

The Regional Plan Association recommends congestion pricing, infrastructure banks, public benefit corporations, a regional rail system and an end to 24-hour New York subway service.

October revenue jumped $231 million compared to a year ago.

Public school systems will face financial tests if the state seeks to reduce school aid or increase pension contributions, according to S&P.

Voters brought change to both the Atlantic City and New Jersey governments in Tuesday's election.