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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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7892 stories by Devin O'Connor

The Bicycle Casino California cardroom Ron Bonta

The Bicycle Casino Donated $16K to Rob Bonta While AG Investigated Cardroom

The Bicycle Hotel & Casino contributed the maximum allowable amount to California Attorney General Rob Bonta's campaign when it was controlled by its previous owners in 2021 and under federal and state investigations. California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) appointed Bonta to the...

Devin O'Connor January 28, 2025
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Atlantic City Airport Redevelopment Races On, Developer Floats $3.4B Project

A multibillion-dollar redevelopment of a former Atlantic City airport called Bader Field remains a go years after the project was first floated. DEEM Enterprises, a group of local businesspeople led by Atlantic City attorney Dan Gallagher, says financing for the $3.4 billion...

Devin O'Connor January 28, 2025
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Cedar Rapids Casino Backers Say ‘More Is More’ Despite Cannibalization Concerns

A Cedar Rapids casino would generate gaming revenue of $116.5 million to $118 million in its first full year of operation. While much of that forecasted play would come at the expense of existing riverboats and brick-and-mortar gaming floors, the team behind...

Devin O'Connor January 28, 2025
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New Hampshire Online Casino Bill Filed, Sites Would Need Brick-and-Mortar Partners

New Hampshire is the latest state this year to field legislation to allow online casino gambling. Last week, state Sen. Tim Lang (R-Belknap) and three other Senate Republicans introduced Senate Bill 168. The statute seeks to legalize online casino slot machines and...

Devin O'Connor January 27, 2025
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Poll: Nearly Eight in 10 Tysons Voters Oppose Northern Virginia Casino Bill

A legislative push to potentially allow a casino in Northern Virginia by way of Tysons in Fairfax County is unpopular among the public, a new poll finds. Earlier this month, Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell (D-Fairfax) introduced legislation to allow Fairfax County...

Devin O'Connor January 27, 2025
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Atlantic City Casinos Honor Jan. 27 as Holocaust Remembrance Day

The Atlantic City skyline will look a bit different on Monday night as several casino resorts pay their respects to International Holocaust Remembrance Day. January 27 is a day of annual remembrance of the victims of the Holocaust, the genocide of two-thirds...

Devin O'Connor January 27, 2025
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President Donald Trump Reaffirms Commitment to Tax-Free Tips in Las Vegas

President Donald Trump doubled down on his campaign promise to eliminate the federal tax levied on tips that hospitality workers receive during his first official trip as the 47th commander in chief. Trump had a busy Friday, as he traveled from the...

Devin O'Connor January 27, 2025
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Legal Age to Gamble in New York Casinos Could Increase

The legal age to gamble inside New York casinos could soon increase should a powerful state senator get his way. This week, state Sen. Joseph Addabbo Jr. (D-Queens) introduced Senate Bill 2610. The legislation would prohibit anyone under the age of 21...

Devin O'Connor January 24, 2025
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President Donald Trump to Double Down on Tax-Free Tip Pledge Upon Return to Las Vegas

Circa Las Vegas will welcome President Donald Trump back to Southern Nevada for the first time since the Republican turned the Silver State red during the 2024 election and became the 47th commander-in-chief. Trump departed the White House Friday morning for Andrews...

Devin O'Connor January 24, 2025
College Township casino Pennsylvania Penn State

Pennsylvania Township Commissioning Impact Study for Casino Near Penn State

Pennsylvania's College Township in Centre County near the main campus of Penn State University is commissioning a study to determine what sort of impact a more than $100 million casino coming to the Nittany Mall will have on the area. During the...

Devin O'Connor January 24, 2025