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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

Fontainebleau Jeffrey Soffer Big Easy Casino Florida

Fontainebleau Owner Jeffrey Soffer Sells Miami Casino Parcels for Big Profit

Land previously tied to the Big Easy Casino has been sold Florida real estate magnate Jeffrey Soffer owns the Hallandale Beach racino Fontainebleau Resorts' billionaire owner, Jeffrey Soffer, expanded his net worth recently by selling unused acres surrounding his Big Easy Casino...

Devin O'Connor December 22, 2025
Emerald Queen Casino death fall

Person Falls to Their Death at Emerald Queen Casino Near Seattle

A person died at the Emerald Queen Casino on Saturday night The incident remains under investigation Law enforcement says the person fell to their death inside the tribal casino One person is dead and another injured after what appears to be an...

Devin O'Connor December 22, 2025
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Number 79432 Wins Spanish Christmas Lottery, Powerball Hits $1.6 Billion

The Spanish Christmas Lottery was drawn on Monday morning Powerball has climbed to $1.6 billion for Monday night's drawing The Spanish Christmas Lottery, the world's richest annual lottery drawing, is conducted each year on December 22. Spain's state-owned lottery company, Loterías y...

Devin O'Connor December 22, 2025
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Human Trafficking Victims Working in Casino Scam Centers Caught in Thailand-Cambodia Conflict

The Thailand-Cambodia conflict reportedly has innocent civilians in its crossfire Thailand is targeting suspected scam centers where trafficked persons work Thousands of people suspected to be human trafficking victims who have been forced to work in slave-like conditions in Cambodia along the...

Devin O'Connor December 20, 2025
FBI illegal gambling warning sports betting

FBI Warns Consumers About Inherent Risks of Illegal Online Gambling

The FBI is warning the public to avoid unregulated online casinos and sportsbooks Such illegal online gaming businesses can be linked to terrorists and organized crime The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is warning the American public to only gamble with licensed,...

Devin O'Connor December 19, 2025
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The Gambling Deduction Tax Change Could Benefit Prediction Markets and Trump

If the gambling deduction isn't restored to 100%, prediction markets would benefit Prediction markets are considered financial instruments, not gambling Prediction markets would become more attractive for some bettors under the new tax scheme Conspiracy theories are ripe regarding a controversial tax...

Devin O'Connor December 19, 2025
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Nebraska Casino Gamblers Who Owe Child Support, Other Debts Have Winnings Seized

Nebraska's casinos are helping the state recoup outstanding debts More than $215K in overdue child support has been secured through gambling winnings Nebraska's newly liberalized casino market is helping reduce property taxes for homeowners across the Cornhusker State. The racetrack slot machines,...

Devin O'Connor December 19, 2025
Japan casino bidding round IR

Japan Teases Second IR Bidding Round; Will Any Casino Bigwigs Bite?

Japan is likely to conduct another bidding round for casino licenses Japan has two unissued integrated resort permits that it can grant Japan authorized as many as three casino developments in 2018. Seven years later, only one integrated resort (IR) has been...

Devin O'Connor December 19, 2025
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President Donald Trump Reclassifies Marijuana, Order Has No Impact on Casinos

President Trump has ordered that marijuana be reclassified As a Schedule III drug, federal funds can support cannabis research On Thursday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order instructing Attorney General Pam Bondi and the US Drug Enforcement Administration to "take all...

Devin O'Connor December 18, 2025
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Pennsylvania Lottery Tickets Help Police Track Down Man Wanted for Homicide

Stolen Pennsylvania Lottery tickets helped locate a suspect in a string of robberies The suspect has been charged with attempted homicide, too Pennsylvania Lottery tickets make great gifts this time of the year for those old enough to play. Exceptions, however, include...

Devin O'Connor December 18, 2025