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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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Ohio Lottery Players Keep Hitting at Giant Eagle Grocery Store
July 11, 2025

Ohio Lottery Players Keep Hitting at Giant Eagle Grocery Store

Three Ohio Lottery wins have been sold at the same Giant Eagle since April The wins were worth $20,000, $150,000, and $1 million The grocery store will likely continue to see increased lottery sales Ohio...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Mississippi Gaming Revenue Along the Gulf is Down, Biloxi Casino Lawsuits are Up
July 11, 2025

Mississippi Gaming Revenue Along the Gulf is Down, Biloxi Casino Lawsuits are Up

Mississippi gaming revenue along the Gulf is down The number of lawsuits against casinos seemingly continues to rise Mississippi is a major gaming market in the US Mississippi gaming revenue along the Gulf Coast surged...

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DraftKings Casino Customers in Connecticut Receive Share of $3 Million Settlement
July 11, 2025

DraftKings Casino Customers in Connecticut Receive Share of $3 Million Settlement

DraftKings Casino has agreed to a $3 million settlement in Connecticut Connecticut state officials alleged the online casino deceived consumers DraftKings concedes no wrongdoing through the resolution DraftKings in Connecticut has agreed to settle a...

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Nevada Unemployment is Highest in Country, 5.5 Percent of Labor Force Out of Work
July 11, 2025

Nevada Unemployment is Highest in Country, 5.5 Percent of Labor Force Out of Work

Nevada has the highest unemployment rate in the country 5.5% of Nevadans are out of work Las Vegas is experiencing a slowdown in terms of business and visitation Nevada's unemployment rate stands at 5.5%, the...

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Prime Day 2025: Best Bets for the Gambler in Your Life
July 10, 2025

Prime Day 2025: Best Bets for the Gambler in Your Life

Amazon Prime Day 2025 runs through Friday, July 11 The annual sales event has many goods on discount that a gambler might want From poker tables and playing cards to the latest tech, Prime Day...

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New Jersey Sportsbooks Banned From Public College Partnerships, Sweeps Bill Remains
July 10, 2025

New Jersey Sportsbooks Banned From Public College Partnerships, Sweeps Bill Remains

Public colleges and universities in New Jersey can no longer partner with sportsbooks NJ Gov. Phil Murphy signed the sports betting marketing ban into law on July 8 Murphy has yet to act on online...

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Brazil Casino Legislation Postponed Again as Decades-Long Consideration Continues
July 10, 2025

Brazil Casino Legislation Postponed Again as Decades-Long Consideration Continues

Legislation to allow land-based casinos in Brazil has been set aside Casino bills have been considered in Brasilia since 1990 Brazil authorized iGaming with sports betting in 2024 Brazil casino legislation has been shelved yet...

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Harrah’s Columbus Casino in Nebraska Complete With Dual Marriott Hotel
July 10, 2025

Harrah’s Columbus Casino in Nebraska Complete With Dual Marriott Hotel

Harrah's Columbus has opened its on-site hotels The Nebraska casino and racetrack has two Marriott facilities The live racing season at Harrah's Columbus ends this weekend Harrah's Columbus, NE, Racing & Casino in Nebraska is...

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Massachusetts Tribal Casino Seeks Booze, Additional Gaming Machines
July 9, 2025

Massachusetts Tribal Casino Seeks Booze, Additional Gaming Machines

The First Light Casino Welcome is hoping to expand The tribal casino in Massachusetts currently offers 50 slot-like electronic bingo machines The gaming facility is additionally seeking a liquor license A Massachusetts tribal casino is...

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Showboat Atlantic City Owner No Longer a Wanted Man After Paying $533K Debt
July 9, 2025

Showboat Atlantic City Owner No Longer a Wanted Man After Paying $533K Debt

Bart Blatstein has paid an outstanding bill for electrical services Blatstein owns the noncasino Showboat Hotel in Atlantic City The Showboat is focused on families Philadelphia real estate businessman Bart Blatstein, whose Tower Investments owns...

Written by Devin O'Connor