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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

Donald Trump prediction markets

‘The Whole World Has Become a Casino’: Trump’s New Warning Sparks Fear for Prediction Markets

President Trump took a shot at prediction markets on Thursday The remarks come in response to a US special forces official being charged with insider trading The DOJ alleges the military member made over $400K by using classified insider information on Polymarket...

Devin O'Connor April 24, 2026
Colorado sports betting legislation

Colorado to Ban Sportsbooks from Limiting Winning Bettors in Massive Industry Shake-up

Colorado lawmakers are considering reforming the state's sports betting rules Proposed legislation would prohibit a sportsbook from limiting sharp bettors Prop bets would remain after an amendment was passed Colorado is on the verge of passing a landmark law that would prevent...

Devin O'Connor April 23, 2026

California Cardroom Dealer Faces Grand Theft for Allegedly Pocketing $15,000

A dealer at a California cardroom is facing a grand theft charge California AG Bonta alleges the dealer swindled over $15,000 in gaming chips from The Gardens Casino Unrelated to the theft, California's cardrooms continue to challenge new game rules regarding player-dealers...

Devin O'Connor April 23, 2026
New Zealand online casino gambling

New Zealand Online Casino Gambling Bill Passes After Escaping Parliamentary Limbo

Lawmakers in New Zealand have signed off on iGaming The Online Casino Gambling Bill will be formally legalized with the Royal assent's blessing iGaming is currently operational in New Zealand, but is untaxed and unregulated Nearly a year after it was first...

Devin O'Connor April 23, 2026
higher fuel prices Macau Las Vegas

Rising Fuel Costs Hit the Jackpot: Why Higher Oil Prices are Making Your Next Las Vegas or Macau Trip More Expensive

Las Vegas and Macau are not immune to higher oil prices The casino hubs are both being impacted by the war in Iran One major airline is reducing its routes, including to Las Vegas, by 3.5% The soaring cost of crude oil...

Devin O'Connor April 23, 2026
Alabama gambling state senate

Alabama Senate Candidate Pledges To Fight Against Casino Gambling

An Alabama state Senate candidate says he'll oppose all gambling measures Terry Waters' May primary opponent is longtime incumbent Greg Albritton Albritton has authored various gaming bills during his time in the Alabama Senate The Alabama Legislature has adjourned for 2026, and...

Devin O'Connor April 22, 2026
castle hotel Sheraton Nashua casino Gate City

Delaware North Targets Nashua’s ‘Castle Hotel’ for New 93,000-Square-Foot Casino

Delaware North wants to move its New Hampshire charitable casino The Sheraton Nashua, a castle hotel, is targeted for the new casino location The iconic Sheraton Nashua 'castle' hotel is set for a massive transformation into the Gate City Casino & Hotel...

Devin O'Connor April 22, 2026
Trump Media Truth Social prediction market

Trump Media Shakes Up Leadership as New Prediction Market Launch Looms

Trump Media has parted ways with Devin Nunes as CEO Trump Media hasn't launched its prediction market six months after announcing Truth Predict Trump Media has lost $6 billion in investor value over the past year Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG)...

Devin O'Connor April 22, 2026
Dave & Buster's lawsuit illegal gambling

Arcade or Casino? New Lawsuit Claims Dave & Buster’s is an Illegal Gambling Operation

Dave & Buster's is accused of running illegal gambling games in South Carolina The lawsuit contends that skill games and redemption games are prohibited in the Palmetto State Dave & Buster's sells more than $1.3 billion a year in game credits The...

Devin O'Connor April 22, 2026
Pennsylvania gambling problem app Almond Digital Health

Pennsylvania Approves First-in-US State-Funded App to Fight Gambling Addiction

Pennsylvania has commissioned a mobile app for problem gamblers The forthcoming app will provide 24/7 confidential support for those seeking help Pennsylvania is among the richest gaming states in the country Pennsylvania's General Assembly has officially backed the first legislative-funded digital gambling...

Devin O'Connor April 21, 2026