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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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Legal iGaming Not Stopping Adults From Leaving Children Unattended Outside Casinos
May 26, 2025

Legal iGaming Not Stopping Adults From Leaving Children Unattended Outside Casinos

Two Rhode Island adults are accused of leaving kids in a car outside a casino The incident occurred at Bally's Twin River Lincoln The casino's security team assisted in the arrests iGaming, where online casinos...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Northern Virginia Casino Spurs Differing Views From Democratic Lt. Governor Candidates
May 26, 2025

Northern Virginia Casino Spurs Differing Views From Democratic Lt. Governor Candidates

Six Democrats are seeking their party's ticket to run for lieutenant governor in Virginia The candidates have differing views on a casino in Northern Virginia Legislation to designate Fairfax County for a casino stalled earlier...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Arrest Made in DraftKings Casino Queen Holdup, Three People Face Felony Charges
May 26, 2025

Arrest Made in DraftKings Casino Queen Holdup, Three People Face Felony Charges

Police are seeking two people charged with first-degree robbery and armed criminal action A third person allegedly involved in the criminal act has been arrested The armed robbery occurred after a man left an Illinois...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Silverstein Properties Unveils Avenir New York City Casino Vision
May 26, 2025

Silverstein Properties Unveils Avenir New York City Casino Vision

Silverstein Properties is further detailing its New York City bid Silverstein is partnered with Rush Street Gaming and Greenwood Gaming and Entertainment The casino plan targets Manhattan's Hell's Kitchen The New York City casino bid...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Las Vegas Memorial Day Projections Slightly Subdued From 2024
May 24, 2025

Las Vegas Memorial Day Projections Slightly Subdued From 2024

AAA is forecasting record travel for the 2025 Memorial Day Las Vegas is a top destination this week Las Vegas is likely to welcome 340,000 visitors Las Vegas is bustling this weekend, as the unofficial...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Bellagio Owner Blackstone Lists Clarion Events, ICE Organizer, For Sale
May 23, 2025

Bellagio Owner Blackstone Lists Clarion Events, ICE Organizer, For Sale

Clarion Events is reportedly being sold by Blackstone The private equity firm has considerable investments in the gaming industry Clarion is the event organizer behind ICE (International Casinos Exhibition)  Blackstone Inc., the private equity and...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Saks Fifth Avenue, After Folding on Casino Project, Turns to Costco
May 23, 2025

Saks Fifth Avenue, After Folding on Casino Project, Turns to Costco

Men's apparel from Saks Fifth Avenue could soon be sold by Costco Saks and Costco have not confirmed the partnership Saks recently ditched its pursuit of a casino in New York City Saks Fifth Avenue...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Report: Japanese Gamblers Risked $45 Billion on Illegal Online Casino Sites in 2024
May 23, 2025

Report: Japanese Gamblers Risked $45 Billion on Illegal Online Casino Sites in 2024

Officials in Japan say illegal online gambling continues to mount Illegal online sports betting on soccer is of utmost concern Japan will welcome its first land-based casino in the coming years Gambling in Japan remains...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Atlantic City Casinos Tout Upgrades in Anticipation of Strong Summer Season
May 23, 2025

Atlantic City Casinos Tout Upgrades in Anticipation of Strong Summer Season

Atlantic City casinos are primed for a busy 2025 summer The casinos have invested tens of millions of dollars in property upgrades Atlantic City's air show returns in July Atlantic City is in need of...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Atlantic City Casino Q1 Profits Disappoint, Consumer Complaints Continue
May 22, 2025

Atlantic City Casino Q1 Profits Disappoint, Consumer Complaints Continue

Atlantic City operating profits were down in the first quarter of 2025 However, eight of the nine casino resorts remained profitable Bally's was the only casino to post an operating loss Atlantic City casinos generated...

Written by Devin O'Connor