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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

Virginia lobbying Roanoke casino

Virginia Lobbying Firm Assisting Roanoke in Casino Pursuit

Roanoke has partnered with a Virginia lobbying firm The consulting deal is to promote Roanoke for a casino Ronaoke's state representatives are largely against a casino A Virginia lobbying firm is being paid $6,000 a month to spearhead an effort to bring...

Devin O'Connor December 18, 2025
Atlantic City government takeover New Jersey

Atlantic City Government Would Regain Certain Powers Under Republican Bill

New Jersey lawmakers will consider the state's takeover of Atlantic City in 2026 Most of the casino city's governance has been under the state's supervision since 2012 The Atlantic City government and embattled Mayor Marty Small Sr. (D) have limited power, as...

Devin O'Connor December 18, 2025
Powerball jackpot lottery news

Did Anyone Win the Powerball $1.25 Billion Jackpot on Wednesday Night?

The Powerball jackpot bypassed players again on Wednesday night The Powerball jackpot has gone 44 drawings without a hit No. That's the short answer. No ticket matched Powerball's Wednesday night drawing that came with a $1.25 billion annuitized jackpot and one-time cash...

Devin O'Connor December 18, 2025
Northern Virginia casino Fairfax Tysons

Fairfax County, Which Opposes Casino, Moves Forward With Meals Tax Surcharge

Dining out in most areas of Fairfax County will become more expensive in 2026 The county is implementing a 4% tax surcharge on meals The county is opposed to a casino to help generate new tax revenue Last week, Fairfax County in...

Devin O'Connor December 17, 2025
Pennsylvania problem gambling prediction markets

Pennsylvania: Prediction Markets Fueling Problem Gambling Among Young People

Pennsylvania is experiencing a surge in problem gambling among younger people A top responsible gaming advocate in the commonwealth blames prediction markets The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) and the Council on Compulsive Gambling of Pennsylvania both testified before the state's House...

Devin O'Connor December 17, 2025
Atlantic City casino revenue GGR

Atlantic City Casino Revenue Continues Rally, November Win Totals $236.8 Million

Atlantic City casino revenue was up again in November Atlantic City in-person gaming revenue is pacing for its highest tally in over a decade The Atlantic City casino industry is on pace for its best year in more than a decade. The...

Devin O'Connor December 17, 2025
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver Las Vegas

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver Says Las Vegas Expansion Will Soon Be Considered

The NBA and its 30 owners will consider expansion in 2026 Las Vegas has long been considered among the favorites for an NBA expansion team NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says a possible expansion of the league will be considered in 2026. Speaking...

Devin O'Connor December 17, 2025
IRS slot tax threshold

IRS Releases Draft for $2,000 Slot Tax Threshold to Take Effect Jan. 1, 2026

The slot tax reporting threshold increases to $2,000 in 2026 The current threshold of $1,200 has stood since 1977 After months of uncertainty, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has settled the debate on whether a tax provision of the One Big Beautiful...

Devin O'Connor December 17, 2025
Roanoke Virginia casino Berglund Center

Roanoke Residents Push Back on City Government’s Casino Consideration

Residents in Roanoke are speaking out against a possible casino A majority of the city council wants to move forward with casino talks The Roanoke City Council thinks a casino in town would generate new jobs and tax revenue that could assist...

Devin O'Connor December 16, 2025
Lucky Eagle Casino shooting, Keryan Jones suspect, Eagle Pass Texas news, National Guardsman arrest, Texas casino tragedy

Alleged Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino Shooter Charged With Two Counts of Capital Murder

The suspect in the September shooting at the Lucky Eagle Casino has been charged with two counts of capital murder Two people died in the shooting, including a retired border and customs agent and a mother of five The 34-year-old man accused...

Devin O'Connor December 16, 2025