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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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7656 stories by Devin O'Connor

Macau casinos Typhoon Ragasa

Macau Casinos Weather Typhoon Ragasa, Report Six Percent Gaming Revenue Increase

Despite a typhoon, Macau casinos maintained their rally in September Typhoon Ragasa generally spared the city, the only place in China where casinos are allowed Macau casinos were forced to close for 33 hours last month due to a powerful typhoon, but...

Devin O'Connor October 1, 2025
Apple Google Facebook social casino apps

Social Casino App Case Against Apple, Google, and Facebook Continues

A lawsuit against Apple, Google, and Facebook will continue The litigation claims the tech companies are responsible for illegal social casino apps on their platforms A federal lawsuit against Apple, Google, and Facebook on allegations that the three tech giants are liable...

Devin O'Connor October 1, 2025
Las Vegas home Del Webb community

Thinking of Moving to Las Vegas? Think Twice Before Buying in This Luxury Community

Del Webb at Lake Las Vegas homeowners claim their homes were poorly built A prominent Las Vegas attorney is prepping a class action lawsuit against the planned community's contractor Since 2020, hundreds of thousands of people moved to Las Vegas and Southern...

Devin O'Connor October 1, 2025
Florida senior center illegal gambling The Villages

Centro de mayores en Florida cerca de The Villages operaba un negocio ilegal de juego de $24 millones, según el estado

Otro ‘arcade’ de Florida acusado de operar una sala de juego ilegal Los propietarios enfrentan cargos RICO, que conllevan cadena perpetua El centro habría generado más de $24 millones entre enero de 2023 y julio de 2025 Un centro de mayores en...

Devin O'Connor October 1, 2025
New York casino bids

Cuatro propuestas de casino en Nueva York permanecen tras la aprobación de Metropolitan Park

Cuatro propuestas de casino compiten por tres licencias disponibles en el sur del estado de Nueva York MGM, Genting y Hard Rock son los favoritos Bally’s es el contendiente más débil Lo que en un principio se esperaba que fuera un proceso...

Devin O'Connor October 1, 2025
federal government shutdown tourism Las Vegas

Federal Government Shutdown Could Further Strain Las Vegas Tourism

Travel experts hope the US government avoids a shutdown A shutdown could further hurt the Las Vegas tourism industry Congress continues to work in the Capitol to avoid a shutdown of the federal government at 12:01 am EST on Wednesday. Congress must...

Devin O'Connor September 30, 2025
New York casino bids

Four New York City Casino Bids Remain After Metropolitan Park Approved

Four casino bids remain for downstate New York's three available licenses MGM, Genting, and Hard Rock are the favorites Bally's is the underdog Once expected to be a difficult process for the New York Gaming Facility Location Board (GFLB) to determine where...

Devin O'Connor September 30, 2025
Florida senior center illegal gambling The Villages

Florida Senior Center Near The Villages Ran Illegal $24 Million Gambling Operation, State Alleges

Another Florida "arcade" is accused of running an illegal gambling house The proprietors are facing RICO charges, which carry a life imprisonment possibility A Florida senior center near The Villages in Sumter County allegedly ran an illegal gambling operation that generated more...

Devin O'Connor September 30, 2025
Publishers Clearing House PCH online sweepstakes

Publishers Clearing House Guarantees Future Winners Their Winnings Will Be Paid

Publishers Clearing House is again taking out insurance to protect its winners PCH was acquired in June by an online sweepstakes casino company Winners under the previous PCH ownership have seen their "forever" prize payments terminate The new owner of Publishers Clearing...

Devin O'Connor September 30, 2025
Kansas sports betting tax revenue

Kansas Sports Betting Tax Could Increase as States Continue to Seek Bigger Cuts

Kansas lawmakers are considering raising taxes on sportsbooks Kansas taxes gross sports betting revenue at 10% The 10% sportsbook tax is among the lowest in the nation Kansas sports betting taxes are primed for an increase as state lawmakers in Topeka seek...

Devin O'Connor September 30, 2025