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Devin O'Connor

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

Devin came on board with Casino.org in 2014. He lives in Arlington, Va.

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Mohegan Sun Invites Guests to Step Aboard the Titanic in New Immersive Experience
October 19, 2026

Mohegan Sun Invites Guests to Step Aboard the Titanic in New Immersive Experience

More than a century after the RMS Titanic sank on her maiden voyage, Mohegan Sun is bringing the ill-fated ocean liner back to life next month through an immersive experience. The Legend of the Titanic...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Penn State Football Isn’t the Only Thing Struggling in Happy Valley—So Is Its Casino
October 19, 2026

Penn State Football Isn’t the Only Thing Struggling in Happy Valley—So Is Its Casino

Penn State football is enduring a difficult year under first-year head coach Matt Campbell. The college town's local casino is also underwhelming in year one. Penn State Nittany Lions head coach Matt Campbell looks on...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Kamala Harris to Rally Las Vegas Casino Union Members Ahead of Nevada Gubernatorial Election
October 19, 2026

Kamala Harris to Rally Las Vegas Casino Union Members Ahead of Nevada Gubernatorial Election

Nevada’s Culinary Union is enlisting former Vice President Kamala Harris to rally casino workers ahead of next month’s election, boosting Democratic gubernatorial nominee Aaron Ford in his bid to unseat Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo. A...

Written by Devin O'Connor
FanDuel Pushes Back on High-Roller Image: Median Bet Is Just $5
October 19, 2026

FanDuel Pushes Back on High-Roller Image: Median Bet Is Just $5

FanDuel is facing intense scrutiny over allegations that its VIP program targets high-volume losing bettors with lavish perks—including personalized video messages from professional athletes. In response, the sportsbook released internal data showing that the vast...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Fair Play Enforcement Act: Colleges Could Face Millions in Fines Under New Bill
October 17, 2026

Fair Play Enforcement Act: Colleges Could Face Millions in Fines Under New Bill

Prompted by recent eligibility controversies at LSU, bipartisan federal legislation would levy massive tax penalties on colleges that field former professional athletes or student-athletes with gambling violations. LSU head coach Lane Kiffin in action against...

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Cedar Rapids’ $275M Cedar Crossing Casino Sets Official Opening Date
October 16, 2026

Cedar Rapids’ $275M Cedar Crossing Casino Sets Official Opening Date

Cedar Crossing Casino & Entertainment Center in Iowa's Cedar Rapids will open on Thursday, Nov. 19, just a week before the Thanksgiving and Black Friday holidays. A rendering of Cedar Crossing Casino & Entertainment Center....

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Casino Mogul Miriam Adelson Among Top Donors to Trump’s $330M White House Ballroom
October 16, 2026

Casino Mogul Miriam Adelson Among Top Donors to Trump’s $330M White House Ballroom

The Washington Post has revealed the amounts contributed by 57 major donors who gave at least $100,000 to President Donald Trump's White House ballroom project, with the world's richest casino tycoon topping the list. President...

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Pennsylvania Skill Games Ban Triggers 81 Layoffs at Republic Amusements
October 16, 2026

Pennsylvania Skill Games Ban Triggers 81 Layoffs at Republic Amusements

A Pennsylvania company is laying off 81 employees after the state legislature failed to pass legislation that would allow skill games to continue operating across the Commonwealth. A man plays a Pennsylvania Skill game in...

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Is AI Secretly Controlling Your Sports Betting App? State Regulators Want Answers
October 15, 2026

Is AI Secretly Controlling Your Sports Betting App? State Regulators Want Answers

Are algorithms secretly driving your sports betting app? Massachusetts gaming regulators want to know if artificial intelligence has become the standard engine behind online sportsbooks—and whether it's crossing ethical lines. Fenway Park's "Green Monster" is...

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Rod Stewart Schedules New Casino Dates Following Las Vegas Residency Cancellation
October 15, 2026

Rod Stewart Schedules New Casino Dates Following Las Vegas Residency Cancellation

Just two months after canceling his remaining Las Vegas residency dates, Rod Stewart continues to expand his global farewell tour, adding several casino resort stops set for 2027. Rod Stewart performs at Northwell at Jones...

Written by Devin O'Connor