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North Carolina becomes 28th state to legalize sports, horse racing betting

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Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. Regulated sports betting and horse racing should begin across North Carolina in the first half of next year after Gov.

Roy Cooper signed into law Wednesday legislation that greatly expands gambling opportunities in the ninth-largest state. The Democratic governor held the bill-signing ceremony at Spectrum Center, home to the NBA's Charlotte Hornets.

It could house one of several anticipated sportsbooks allowed at or near professional sports venues as part of the law that received final approval in the Republican-controlled General Assembly last week. FEMALE TRAINER MAKES HISTORY WITH BELMONT STAKES WIN WITH ARCANGELO: 'IT'S AMAZING' The new law says betting could begin as early as next Jan.

8 but as late as mid-June 2024, leading to new revenues for the state and what supporters expect will lead to new jobs and stronger in-state pro sports franchises.

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