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Decades After a Scandal, North Carolina Places a Big Bet


Betting is now available by digital device or in person near the arenas of professional teams. That development has been cheered by sports fans who like a little action on the side, but it causes deep worry for some in a state that endured a prominent scandal when gamblers got to N.C. State and UNC basketball players during the 1960-’61 season. (The Assembly)

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Decades After a Scandal, North Carolina Places a Big Bet