Sports betting launches in NC today. Here's what you need to know | Monday, March 11, 2024

North Carolina will become the latest state to legalize mobile sports betting, starting at noon on Monday. Estimates suggest online betting will bring in nearly $65 million in additional tax revenue for North Carolina in the first fiscal year.  As part of the legislation, additional resources were directed toward the NC Department of Health and Human Resources to help those who might struggle with gambling addiction after Monday's rollout."Gambling can affect anyone.  It affects folks from all walks of life, all communities," Kelly Crosbie, director of the division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Use Services, said.  NCDHHS launched the website morethanagame.nc.gov to offer resources and support to those struggling with a gambling problem.Read more: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/politics/flashpoint/experts-predict-smooth-sailing-sports-betting-launches/275-94806210-ca39-4331-8761-3980039a6f13Watch WCNC Charlotte each weekday morning from 4:30 to 7 a.m.WCNC Charlotte To Go is a daily news and weather podcast you can listen to so you can start your day with the team at WCNC Charlotte.  SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts || Spotify || Pandora || TuneIn || Google Podcasts || iHeartAll of WCNC Charlotte's podcasts are free and available for both streaming and download. You can listen now on Android, iPhone, Amazon, and other internet-connected devices. Join us from North Carolina, South Carolina, or on the go anywhere.Click here to sign up for the daily WCNC Charlotte newsletter