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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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8174 stories by Devin O'Connor

World Series of Poker Circuit Harrah's Atlantic City

World Series of Poker Returning to Atlantic City With Harrah’s Circuit Stop

The World Series of Poker Circuit is returning to Atlantic City The WSOP Circuit is back in AC after a five-year hiatus Harrah's was the first-ever WSOP Circuit stop The World Series of Poker (WSOP) Circuit is returning to Atlantic City, the...

Devin O'Connor April 21, 2025
Cedar Rapids casino Riverside Iowa

Cedar Rapids Casino Court Case to Determine Fate of $275 Million Project Begins May 7

The lawsuit challenging the Cedar Rapids casino begins May 7 The case was initially slated to begin this month Iowa gaming regulators have approved Cedar Crossing Casino, a $275 million investment Opening arguments regarding a $275 million casino planned for Iowa's Cedar...

Devin O'Connor April 21, 2025
The 13 Hotel Macau casino resort

Unlucky 13 Hotel in Macau Relisted for Sale, Failed Casino Resort Seeks Buyer

The 13 Hotel in Macau is up for sale again The failed casino resort cost $1.6 billion to build The hotel is located south of Macau's Cotai Strip The 13 Hotel is back on the real estate market for the second time...

Devin O'Connor April 19, 2025
Steve Wynn Atlantic City penthouse

Atlantic City Penthouse Formerly Owned by Steve Wynn Hits Market for $2.2 Million

An Atlantic City penthouse owned by Steve Wynn is on the market Wynn built the Golden Nugget, later known as the Hilton and Atlantic Club The penthouse is listed for $2.2 million The Atlantic City penthouse that Steve Wynn called home while...

Devin O'Connor April 18, 2025
Pechanga Resort Casino slot jackpot

Pechanga Resort Casino Slot Jackpot Hits for Nearly $4.2 Million

A lucky guest hit it rich at Pechanga Resort Casino A Megabucks machine hit for over $4.1 million The California tribal casino is located south of Los Angeles Pechanga Resort Casino was the site of a life-changing win this week. The tribal casino owned...

Devin O'Connor April 18, 2025
Mega Millions odds lottery price

Mega Millions Flaunts New Format Success, Richer Winnings

Mega Millions overhauled its gameplay earlier this month, with the basic price to play jumping from $2 to $5. Officials with the lottery say the change has been a success. The Mega Millions Group, which operates the interstate lottery game from the...

Devin O'Connor April 18, 2025
California police theft crime

Casino Crime News: California Police Seek Woman Wanted for Theft After Man Claims She Sat on His Lap

California police allege a woman pickpocketed a man at a tribal casino Casinos continue to warn the public about online casino scams Casino players should be vigilant when gambling Police in California are seeking the public's help in identifying and locating a...

Devin O'Connor April 17, 2025
Florida gambling illegal casino arcade

Florida Gambling Bill Would Elevate Illegal Gaming Convictions to Felonies

Florida lawmakers are considering elevating penalties for illegal gambling The proposed felony penalties would apply only to those who operate illegal gambling -- not players Unlicensed game rooms and arcades with slots continue to operate across the Sunshine State Another Florida gambling...

Devin O'Connor April 17, 2025
Atlantic City casino revenue GGR

Atlantic City Casino Revenue Down Four Percent in March, as Table Players Find Luck

Atlantic City casino revenue from in-person gamblers was down in March iGaming continued its record growth New Jersey gaming revenue in the first quarter eclipsed $1.58 billion Atlantic City casino revenue from their physical slot machines and table games tumbled 3.7% year-over-year...

Devin O'Connor April 16, 2025
Kilmar Abrego Garcia odds return El Salvador

Kilmar Abrego Garcia Odds of Being Released From El Salvador Prison Grim

Kilmar Abrego Garcia remains in a prison in El Salvador The Trump administration concedes he was wrongly deported Trump is doing little to ensure Garcia's return The odds of Kilmar Abrego Garcia being released from the El Salvadorian prison he was mistakenly...

Devin O'Connor April 16, 2025