Legal gambling is a multi-billion dollar American industry that's showing no signs of slowing down.

All forms, including in-person casinos, online casinos and sports betting apps, showed increases in 2024. Industry leaders say they contribute substantially to local economies and that they encourage responsible gambling, but not everyone is convinced.

Gambling addiction on the rise

The backstory:

Casino gambling was first legalized in Nevada in 1931. The Supreme Court paved the way for legal sports betting in 2018 when it declared a federal ban on it unconstitutional, fueling exponential growth in the online gambling industry.

What they're saying:

Gambling journalist Danny Funt, author of the upcoming book "Everybody Loses," told FOX 5’s Lisa Evers there’s no question that the numb

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