Sports gambling in New Jersey is a big winner in August

Atlantic City and New Jersey as a whole is seeing a surge in revenue thanks to sports betting, according to figures released by the state Attorney General. Legalized sports betting in New Jersey has been a boon to the state and in particular Atlantic City. The once-thriving seaside location had hit hard times over the past two decades, especially because of competition from casinos opening in nearby states, but an influx of cash from sports wagering is seeing revenue numbers spike over the past year with August’s total showing significant growth.