North Carolina Sports Bettors Go Crazy with $520 Million

In August 2026, North Carolina sports fans went bananas, betting a staggering $520.5 million! That’s a 12-month winning streak over $500 million, with a 9% boost from last year. Even with a tax hike, the betting bonanza rolls on, totaling $15.7 billion since March 2024. Tax collections soared past $300 million, but hey, it’s still a steal compared to New York’s wild rates!