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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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8174 stories by Devin O'Connor

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Nevada Gaming Control Board Reminds Licensees About Cyberattacks and ‘Vishing’

Nevada is seeing an increase in attempted cyberattacks and phishing State government agencies are reminding businesses and casinos to remain vigilant The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) is reminding its licensees to stay vigilant in their daily operations in the wake of...

Devin O'Connor March 9, 2026
Fairfax County Virginia Tysons casino

The Fairfax Casino Bill in Virginia Will Likely Pass. County Officials Say It’s All for Nothing

The chair of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors says the county might not conduct a competitive bid for a casino even if state lawmakers authorize the county to have a casino Fairfax homeowners and civic groups are overwhelmingly opposed to a...

Devin O'Connor March 9, 2026
Georgia sports betting legislation The Masters

Georgia Lawmakers Again Refuse to Allow Voters to Decide Sports Betting Fate

Sports betting in Georgia has been rejected once again Georgia is among only 10 states without legal sports gambling Georgia will remain clear of legal sports betting for at least another year after state lawmakers in Atlanta refused to get behind a...

Devin O'Connor March 8, 2026
Problem Gambling Awareness Month NCPG

March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month, National Agency Seeks to Implement Healthcare Treatment

March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month, an annual campaign put on by the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) in Washington, DC. The NCPG says Problem Gambling Awareness Month is a nationwide grassroots campaign that seeks to increase the public's awareness of...

Devin O'Connor March 6, 2026
Pechanga Casino Home Giveaway

Pechanga Resort Casino Is Giving Away a Multimillion-Dollar Home

Pechanga Resort Casino is giving away a multimillion-dollar home Rewards Club members gain entries for the home giveaway now through May The winner of the $2.14 million home will be chosen on May 30 Pechanga Resort Casino is giving away a multimillion-dollar...

Devin O'Connor March 6, 2026
Horseshoe Council Bluffs Casino Asian Cajun food

Horseshoe Council Bluffs Casino Restaurant Blends Asian and Cajun Food

A new restaurant at Horseshoe Council Bluffs Casino has opened Aroi blends Asian and Cajun cuisines Horseshoe Council Bluffs Casino in Iowa is betting on a new restaurant that blends the flavors of Cajun and Asian cuisines. Located just inland from the...

Devin O'Connor March 6, 2026
Northeast Indiana casino Fort Wayne

Full House Resorts Speculates Northeast Indiana Casino Opposition Funded by Michigan Tribe

Is a gaming tribe in Michigan funding an opposition campaign for a casino in Northeast Indiana? Full House Resorts CEO Daniel Lee is speculating on who is behind the anti-casino movement Full House Resorts CEO Daniel Lee speculated on his company's full-year...

Devin O'Connor March 6, 2026
Pennsylvania casino urinate pee urination

Piss-Poor Behavior: Pennsylvania Man Urinates on Slot Machine

A Pennsylvania man is accused of urinating inside a casino The incident occurred at Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course The suspect could see up to two years in prison for resisting arrest Pennsylvania State Police responded to Hollywood Casino at...

Devin O'Connor March 5, 2026
Baltimore lawsuit sweepstakes casinos

Baltimore Files Lawsuit Against Six Online Sweepstake Casinos

Baltimore is suing several online sweepstakes casinos The city's lawsuit alleges the websites engage in illegal gambling Baltimore sued DraftKings and FanDuel last year The City of Baltimore has filed another lawsuit seeking to better protect its residents from gambling harms. On...

Devin O'Connor March 5, 2026
Fairfax Casino Northern Virginia

Fairfax Casino Bill Will Soon Head to Gov. Spanberger Despite County Opposition

Legislation in Virginia to allow a casino in Fairfax County has cleared both legislative chambers The House and Senate versions differ slightly, pushing the Fairfax casino bill to a conference committee Fairfax residents are seemingly opposed to the casino push Virginia lawmakers...

Devin O'Connor March 5, 2026