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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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7954 stories by Devin O'Connor

Emerald Queen Casino death accident fall

Family of Man Who Fell to His Death at Emerald Queen Casino Consults Attorney

A man accidentally fell to his death at the Emerald Queen Casino on Dec. 20 An attorney representing the man's family is seeking changes inside the tribal casino The family claims they are not seeking legal action at this juncture The family...

Devin O'Connor January 10, 2026
crime news Chick-fil-A robbery gambling

Alabama Woman Robs Chick-fil-A Drive-Thru, Gambles Stolen Money, Crashes SUV

An Alabama woman robbed a Chick-fil-A to gamble Two people in Pennsylvania were arrested for cocaine possession inside a casino A woman in Alabama is in custody after police say she held up a Chick-fil-A drive-thru and sped off with an unspecified...

Devin O'Connor January 9, 2026
Rhode Island sports betting sportsbook

Rhode Island Sports Betting to Expand, License Bidding Open

Rhode Island is fielding sportsbook bids The state lottery will compete with a commercial sportsbook Sports betting in Rhode Island remains limited to a single book, but that will change in 2026. The Rhode Island Lottery is fielding bids for a second...

Devin O'Connor January 9, 2026
Maine iGaming online casino gambling

Online Casino Gambling Coming to Maine, Tribes Gain Exclusive iGaming Rights

Maine is the eighth state to legalize iGaming Maine's federally recognized tribes will possess the exclusive rights to online casinos Maine is the eighth state to legalize online casino gambling after Gov. Janet Mills (D) announced she would allow an iGaming bill...

Devin O'Connor January 9, 2026
Q Casino Iowa casino hotel

Iowa’s Q Casino in Dubuque Opens $75 Million Hotel

Q Casino now has on-site lodging  The Iowa casino is preparing for future competition in Cedar Rapids The Q Casino in Iowa, a former greyhound track until racing ceased in 2022, is making a big bet on being able to return play...

Devin O'Connor January 8, 2026
Chumba Casino 23XI Racing sweepstakes

Chumba Casino Expands Marketing Deal With Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing

Chumba Casino and 23XI Racing have extended their marketing pact Chumba is a sweepstakes casino operating in many states across the country 23XI Racing is owned by Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin Social sweepstakes platform Chumba Casino is expanding its relationship with...

Devin O'Connor January 7, 2026
Mega Millions jackpot Georgia Powerball

Mega Millions Winner Comes Forward, Takes Cash Option on $983 Million Jackpot

The winner of the $983 million Mega Millions jackpot in November has come forward The winner chose the one-time cash option of $453.6 million, which came to $262.7 million after taxes The winner of the $1.817 billion Powerball jackpot in Arkansas remains...

Devin O'Connor January 7, 2026
Nikki Glaser tour casino shows

Comedian Nikki Glaser Announces Several Casino Stops on ‘The Stunning Tour’

Nikki Glaser's next tour includes numerous stops at casino resorts Glaser is among the biggest names in comedy Glaser is set to host the Golden Globes this Sunday Few comedians are currently bigger than Nikki Glaser, a 2025 Grammy and Golden Globe...

Devin O'Connor January 7, 2026
Nationwide Arena Ohio casino tax revenue

Nationwide Arena $400 Million Renovation Gets Larger Share of Casino Taxes

Casino taxes are supporting the renovation of Nationwide Arena The arena is set for a $400 million overhaul over the next four years Nationwide Arena is planning a $400 million renovation that's set to begin this summer. The multiyear project will be...

Devin O'Connor January 7, 2026
Wayne County Indiana casino legislation

Indiana’s Wayne County Stakes $30K Bet on Casino Development

Economic leaders in Wayne County, IN, want to be considered for a casino Indiana lawmakers are reviewing two pieces of legislation related to casino locations Indiana lawmakers are considering legislation that could authorize a 14th casino license or allow a current licensee...

Devin O'Connor January 6, 2026