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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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7892 stories by Devin O'Connor

Koi Nation California tribal casino Shiloh Resort

Koi Nation Casino Environmental Impact Report Released, Comment Period Begins

The Koi Nation of Northern California, a Native American tribe that regained federal recognition in 2000 but still doesn't have sovereign land, wants to build a tribal casino resort in Sonoma County. The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)...

Devin O'Connor July 16, 2024
Churchill Downs Henrico Gaming Virginia

Churchill Downs HHR Facility Planned for Virginia’s Henrico County Faces Criticism

Churchill Downs Inc. is moving forward with a gaming venue in Virginia's Henrico County where historical horse racing (HHR) machines will operate. The project has generated criticism from a local county official. Kentucky-based Churchill Downs acquired the Colonial Downs Racetrack, six Rosie's...

Devin O'Connor July 16, 2024
Ohio online casino lottery gambling

Ohio Republicans Voice Support for iGaming, iLottery After Serving on Gaming Study Panel

Several Republican state lawmakers in Ohio have voiced their support for the legalization of online casino gambling and internet lottery gaming after serving for three months on a study commission tasked with considering the future of the gaming industry in the Buckeye...

Devin O'Connor July 16, 2024
Petersburg casino Virginia referendum

Petersburg Casino Referendum Approved for November Ballot

Voters in Petersburg, Va., this November will pick not only their next U.S. president but also decide whether they wish to allow a commercial casino in their city. On Monday, Petersburg Circuit Court Judge Dennis Martin signed off on referendum language drafted...

Devin O'Connor July 15, 2024
Monte-Carlo casino Crystal Cruise

Monaco’s Monte-Carlo Casino Boarding Crystal Symphony Cruise Ship

The Casino de Monte-Carlo in Monaco's famed French Riviera is one of the world's oldest and iconic casinos. Owned and operated by the Société des Bains de Mer, a publicly traded gaming company headquartered in Monaco, the Monte-Carlo Casino announced Monday a...

Devin O'Connor July 15, 2024
Nebraska Legislature casino sports betting

Nebraska Legislature to Mull Online Sports Betting to Ease Property Taxes

The Nebraska Legislature reconvenes for a special session next Thursday, July 25, to discuss possible ways to reduce property taxes for homeowners. Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen (R) isn't exactly a fan of more gambling after voters in the Cornhusker State approved commercial...

Devin O'Connor July 15, 2024
Donald Trump 2024 odds assassination

Donald Trump 2024 Odds Further Shorten Following Assassination Attempt

Former President Donald Trump has been the 2024 betting front-runner for some time. But his odds of winning the Nov. 5 election and ousting incumbent President Joe Biden from the White House have further shortened following yesterday's failed assassination attempt of the...

Devin O'Connor July 14, 2024
Iowa casino Cedar Rapids

Iowa Gaming Regulators Detail Timeline for Cedar Rapids Casino Bid

The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission (IRGC) says it will consider a proposal for a commercial casino resort in Cedar Rapids following the state's recent termination of a moratorium on new gaming licenses. Effective July 1, Iowa's gaming regulatory is again free...

Devin O'Connor July 13, 2024
MGM Resorts China mainland Macau casinos

MGM Resorts International Opens Another Hotel in China

MGM Resorts International is living up to its name, as the Las Vegas-based casino operator continues to expand its international portfolio. MGM Shenzhen, a beachside hotel in the Yantian District overlooking Mirs Bay, recently opened on the northern side of the Hong...

Devin O'Connor July 12, 2024
MLB Rob Manfred sports betting baseball

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred Says Sports Betting Was Forced On Baseball

Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred has doubled down on comments he previously made that the professional sports organization didn't want sports betting to expand outside of Nevada. Speaking this week with The Dallas Morning News ahead of this weekend's MLB All-Star...

Devin O'Connor July 12, 2024