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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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8021 stories by Devin O'Connor

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South Carolina Faith Leaders Rally Against Casino and Sports Betting Bills

Gaming bills are once again expected in South Carolina this year Faith leaders are rallying to oppose any form of gambling expansion South Carolina only has lottery gaming A new year means a new push for gambling in South Carolina. It also...

Devin O'Connor January 15, 2026
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Kalshi Signs Two-Time US Open Champ, Trump Pal, Bryson DeChambeau

Kalshi has signed Bryson DeChambeau as a brand ambassador DeChambeau is a close ally of the Trump family Prediction market Kalshi has signed LIV Golf superstar Bryson DeChambeau to a marketing deal. Among the most loved and hated players in the sport,...

Devin O'Connor January 15, 2026
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Is Casino Smoking in Missouri Being Extinguished?

Legislation in Missouri seeks to end indoor casino smoking Casino revenue has stagnated in the Show-Me State in recent years Seventeen states allow some form of casino smoking Missouri is one of 17 states that allow indoor casino smoking. Yet again, some...

Devin O'Connor January 14, 2026
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Indiana’s Wayne County Rolls the Dice on Casino Pursuit

Richmond Is on a Roll seeks to authorize a casino in Indiana's Wayne County Indiana lawmakers are considering several gaming bills this year No bill has yet been filed to allow a casino in Wayne County The Wayne County Area Chamber of...

Devin O'Connor January 14, 2026
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Details Emerge About Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison Arrest at Seminole Hard Rock Tampa

Jordan Addison was arrested on a trespassing charge after refusing to leave a noodle bar at Hard Rock Tampa Addison allegedly tried to return to the restaurant while being escorted off the casino's premises Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison is once...

Devin O'Connor January 14, 2026
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New Hampshire Abortion Providers Could Be Cut From State’s Charitable Casino Program

Legislation in New Hampshire would remove abortion providers from charitable gaming The proposed bill would ban abortion nonprofits from being a casino's beneficiary New Hampshire has only charitable casino gaming New Hampshire is home to 14 commercial casinos, where each day they...

Devin O'Connor January 13, 2026
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Maryland Lawmakers Refile Bills to Sweep Away Sweepstakes Casinos

Legislation in Maryland would prohibit online sweepstakes casinos Online gambling is illegal in Maryland, but some unregulated sweepstakes continue to operate Maryland lawmakers convene on Wednesday for their 2026 legislative session that runs through April 13. Two bills seeking to ban controversial...

Devin O'Connor January 13, 2026
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Ukraine Orders Internet Service Providers to Block Access to Polymarket

Ukraine continues to crack down on illegal gambling websites The country has ordered ISPs to inhibit access to thousands of gambling platforms The latest ban includes restricting access to Polymarket, a cryptocurrency prediction market Ukraine is ordering internet service providers (ISPs) to...

Devin O'Connor January 13, 2026
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MGM Resorts Remains Committed to Yonkers Community Despite Casino Withdrawal

MGM Resorts continued its community commitment to New York's Westchester County in 2025 The community volunteer hours and funding remained after MGM folded on its full-scale casino pursuit in Yonkers MGM Resorts shocked New York when it abruptly yanked its casino bid...

Devin O'Connor January 13, 2026
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Another Bill to Restore the Gambling Deduction Filed in Congress

Nevada's congressional delegation is spearheading the restoration of the gambling losses deduction The One Big Beautiful Bill trimmed the gambling deduction from 100% to 90% for taxpayers Congress has fielded yet another bill that seeks to restore the gambling deduction to 100%...

Devin O'Connor January 13, 2026