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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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Sportsbooks Warn Rhode Island: Duopoly Leaves Money on Table
November 12, 2026

Sportsbooks Warn Rhode Island: Duopoly Leaves Money on Table

Rhode Island currently limits online sports betting to a single operator. Although that cap will expand to two when Bally Bet launches sometime later this month, industry leaders like DraftKings and FanDuel argue the state...

Written by Devin O'Connor
James Packer Sells Aspen Mansion for Nearly $43M
November 12, 2026

James Packer Sells Aspen Mansion for Nearly $43M

Former casino magnate James Packer has sold his Tuscan-inspired mansion in Aspen for almost $43 million. An aerial view of billionaire James Packer's Aspen mansion that he recently sold for nearly $43 million. Packer is...

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Georgia Eyes 2027 Push for Casinos, Sports Betting
November 12, 2026

Georgia Eyes 2027 Push for Casinos, Sports Betting

Democrats' sweeping victories in Georgia during the 2026 midterms are providing fresh momentum for advocates pushing to end the Peach State's longstanding prohibition on casinos and sports betting. Georgia Gov.-elect Keisha Lance Bottoms speaks during...

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Pennsylvania Skill Games Set for Boost After 2026 Midterms
November 12, 2026

Pennsylvania Skill Games Set for Boost After 2026 Midterms

Pennsylvania skill games were classified as illegal slot machines on Oct. 14, but last week's midterm election results could pave the way for their legal return next year. Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro enters his victory...

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Alabama Man Visits Casino After Murdering Father, Later Commits Suicide
November 11, 2026

Alabama Man Visits Casino After Murdering Father, Later Commits Suicide

UPDATE: A person with knowledge of the incident tells Casino.org that Lance Shaner traveled to the Wind Creek casino to pick up a friend. "He was there for less than 20 minutes," the source said....

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Ohio iGaming Push Paused Until Gov.-Elect Amy Acton Takes Office
November 11, 2026

Ohio iGaming Push Paused Until Gov.-Elect Amy Acton Takes Office

Two iGaming bills remain sitting in the Ohio General Assembly, but neither is expected to advance before the 136th legislative session expires next month. Ohio Gov.-elect Amy Acton is keeping an open mind about iGaming....

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Atlantic City Leaders Push Back on $3B Meadowlands Convention Center Plan
November 11, 2026

Atlantic City Leaders Push Back on $3B Meadowlands Convention Center Plan

A new two-year study makes a bold claim: a $3 billion convention center at the Meadowlands could generate $30.4 billion for North Jersey and attract two million visitors a year. Down the shore, Atlantic City...

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Military Stigma Impedes Early Gambling Intervention, Study Warns
November 11, 2026

Military Stigma Impedes Early Gambling Intervention, Study Warns

Deeply ingrained military stigmas and cultural stereotypes are blocking service members from seeking early help for problem gambling, according to a landmark study from the Kindbridge Research Institute’s Financial Stability and Responsible Gaming Initiative (FSRG)...

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Evolution Launches Live Dealer Studio From Showboat Atlantic City
November 10, 2026

Evolution Launches Live Dealer Studio From Showboat Atlantic City

Evolution has expanded its live dealer offering in New Jersey with its largest iGaming studio to date. A photograph from the Evolution careers website shows a female table game dealer. Evolution is opening another live...

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Nevada Sen. Cortez Masto Accuses CFTC of Aiding Trump Family via Prediction Markets
November 10, 2026

Nevada Sen. Cortez Masto Accuses CFTC of Aiding Trump Family via Prediction Markets

US Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) is taking aim at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), alleging leadership directs federally regulated derivatives platforms to bypass state and tribal gaming laws. The Nevada Democrat claims the...

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