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Reporter: Devin O'Connor

Devin O'Connor is a senior reporter for Casino.org, covering politics, casino business, entertainment and gaming news on the East Coast.

Devin's passion for politics and background in the world of pop culture television gives him insight into the gaming industry backstories that often drive news these days.

After graduating from Penn State University with a theater arts degree, he worked at MTV Networks/Viacom from 2005 to 2010 as a writer and producer. His credits included Total Request Live, New Year's Eve specials, and a special featuring poker superstar Daniel Negreanu.

He later moved on to the HGTV/DIY Network, where he created, wrote, and produced three series specials: That's So House Hunters, That's So 80s, and That's So 90s.

Devin came on board with Casino.org in 2014. He lives in Pennsylvania and is an avid marathoner, having completed 15 races.

Contact Devin at devin.oconnor@casino.org.

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7954 stories by Devin O'Connor

Massachusetts police Encore Boston Harbor

BREAKING: Police Seek Suspect Who Struck Trooper While Fleeing Encore Boston Harbor

A suspect fleeing police allegedly struck a state trooper as they drove off at a high rate of speed Police say the person of interest was reportedly carrying a weapon on the casino floor Police in Massachusetts are calling on the public's...

Devin O'Connor February 13, 2026
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Malls Are Dying, Casinos Are Thriving. This JCPenney Is Being Targeted for Gambling

A former JCPenney at the Macon Mall could become a casino The casino is dependent on Georgia legalizing commercial casinos The pathway to casinos in the Peach State could take years The enclosed shopping mall concept, a staple of Americana in the...

Devin O'Connor February 13, 2026
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Should Casinos Intercept Delinquent Child Support? Mississippi Thinks So

Mississippi casinos and sportsbooks will likely soon need to conduct delinquent child support checks before issuing W-2G IRS forms and major wins to gamblers There are currently 17 states that require gaming operators to intercept past due child support arrearages Mississippi is...

Devin O'Connor February 13, 2026
Mid-Atlantic iGaming Maryland Virginia

Mid-Atlantic Becoming iGaming Mecca, as Maryland Joins Virginia in Considering Online Casinos

Maryland is the latest Mid-Atlantic state to consider iGaming Virginia is also reviewing an online casino bill Four Mid-Atlantic states already have regulated online casinos The Mid-Atlantic is already an iGaming hub, with online casinos legal in Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and...

Devin O'Connor February 13, 2026
Indiana casino Rising Star Full House Resorts

Indiana Casino Relocation Bill Progresses in Senate, But Host of Possible Amendments Remain

Legislation to allow a casino in Northeast Indiana continues to gather support Full House Resorts wants to shutter its Rising Sun casino in favor of the northeast Legislation in Indiana to permit the relocation of the casino license in Rising Sun to...

Devin O'Connor February 12, 2026
Poker Palace North Las Vegas casino

North Las Vegas Casino That Shuttered Last Year Announces Reopening, New Name

Poker Palace Casino in North Las Vegas will open in mid-April The locals casino will reopen under a new name and ownership group The casino has undergone significant renovations A casino in North Las Vegas that closed last fall has undergone a...

Devin O'Connor February 12, 2026
Dina Titus prediction markets FAIR Bet Act

Nevada Constituents Slam Dina Titus Over Move to Restrict Prediction Markets

Dina Titus wants Congress to ban sports and casino-style contracts on prediction markets Titus is being criticized for authoring the bill on behalf of Las Vegas casinos Many have claimed that Titus is attempting to protect her own pockets United States Rep....

Devin O'Connor February 11, 2026
New Jersey casino gambling text message

New Jersey Lawmaker Wants to Ban Text Messages About Gambling

A New Jersey lawmaker wants gambling text messages banned Andrew Zwicker's bill is aimed at a fine of no less than $500 for any entity found breaking the rule Atlantic City casinos, sportsbooks, and online gambling platforms market via SMS Casinos, sportsbooks,...

Devin O'Connor February 11, 2026
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Virginia iGaming and Fairfax Casino Bills Receive Committee Support

The Virginia Senate has fielded two gaming bills One bill seeks iGaming, while the other would allow a casino in Fairfax County Bills in Virginia to allow iGaming and a casino in Fairfax County have moved to the full Senate floor after...

Devin O'Connor February 11, 2026
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Pennsylvania Illegal Slot Operator Who used Fake Machines Pleads Guilty

An illegal slot machine distributor has pleaded guilty in Pennsylvania The company was in cahoots with a skill game compliance director The company has forefeited $3 million in cash and assets to the state An illegal gambling enterprise that duped small businesses...

Devin O'Connor February 10, 2026