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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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8421 stories by Devin O'Connor

Jackpot Junction Reopens Following Cyberattack, Offers Free Play
April 15, 2025

Jackpot Junction Reopens Following Cyberattack, Offers Free Play

Jackpot Junction was recently the victim of a cyberattack The tribal casino in Minnesota has resolved the incident Loyalty members are being provided free play Gaming at Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel is back up and...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Casinos Where iGaming Isn’t Allowed Caution Public About Fraudulent Ads
April 15, 2025

Casinos Where iGaming Isn’t Allowed Caution Public About Fraudulent Ads

Jake's 58 says an online casino ad running in New York is fraudulent Offshore gaming websites continue to illegally use legitimate casinos' likenesses in online ads iGaming is legal in only seven states Land-based casinos...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Ocean Casino Resort Announces $50 Million Renovation, Family-Friendly Entertainment
April 15, 2025

Ocean Casino Resort Announces $50 Million Renovation, Family-Friendly Entertainment

Ocean Casino Resort is investing $50 million in property upgrades The project will renovate 559 hotel rooms that first opened back in 2012 A family-friendly mini putt putt course is also planned Ocean Casino Resort...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Mount Airy Casino Resort Lawsuit Class Grows to 75 Plaintiffs
April 14, 2025

Mount Airy Casino Resort Lawsuit Class Grows to 75 Plaintiffs

Mount Airy Casino Resort is accused of underpaying table game dealers 75 dealers have joined the proposed class action lawsuit The casino has yet to respond to the federal lawsuit The proposed federal class action...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Casino Shooting Manhunt Continues in Oklahoma, Texans Told to Be On High Alert
April 14, 2025

Casino Shooting Manhunt Continues in Oklahoma, Texans Told to Be On High Alert

The Tulsa Osage Casino was the site of a weekend shooting Police continue to search for suspected gunman It's unclear what led to the gunfire Law enforcement in Oklahoma and Texas continue to search for...

Written by Devin O'Connor
BetMGM Bettors Claim Online Sportsbook Wrongly Terminated Winning Bets
April 14, 2025

BetMGM Bettors Claim Online Sportsbook Wrongly Terminated Winning Bets

BetMGM bettors say their bets were voided by the online sportsbook BetMGM says the bets were terminated due to an "obvious error" One bettor was made full despite the tech glitch Two BetMGM bettors are...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Nevada Lottery Bill Fails After Assembly Speaker Yeager Shelves Legislation
April 14, 2025

Nevada Lottery Bill Fails After Assembly Speaker Yeager Shelves Legislation

Nevada doesn't have a lottery Lottery legislation will remain on hold for at least another year Casinos oppose allowing a lottery to come to Nevada A Nevada lottery bill to possibly end the state's prohibition...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Bally’s Lobbies Rhode Island Lawmakers Against Tobacco Ban, Claims Smoking Attracts Players
April 12, 2025

Bally’s Lobbies Rhode Island Lawmakers Against Tobacco Ban, Claims Smoking Attracts Players

Bally's says indoor smoking helps its Rhode Island casinos Rhode Island lawmakers are again considering legislation to end casino smoking Casino smoking is legally prohibited in neighboring Massachusetts Bally's Corporation is lobbying lawmakers in its...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast Reopens, Closure Sparks Wild John Travolta Rumor
April 11, 2025

Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast Reopens, Closure Sparks Wild John Travolta Rumor

Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast has reopened following a one-day shutdown The casino didn't provide a specific reason for the closure Rumors ran rampant, including one involving actor John Travolta Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast in Bay...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Caesars Virginia Could Help Offset Utility Rate Increases for Danville Residents
April 11, 2025

Caesars Virginia Could Help Offset Utility Rate Increases for Danville Residents

Danville is considering using casino taxes to offset utility hikes Caesars Virginia is the top-performing casino in Virginia The $750 million resort opened in December 2024 Caesars Virginia was authorized by local officials and residents...

Written by Devin O'Connor