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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

Saracen Casino Resort John Legend

Saracen Casino Event Center in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, Books 13-Time Grammy Winner John Legend

John Legend is coming to Central Arkansas in June Legend is booked for the new Saracen Casino Resort Event Center Saracen Casino Resort in Pine Bluff, AR, will open its more than 1,500-seat concert hall in April with an array of headliners....

Devin O'Connor February 24, 2026
Connecticut police chief gambling embezzlement

Affidavit: CT Police Chief Stole Informant Money and Toy Drive Funds to Gamble

A former police chief is accused of stealing $81,500 to cover gambling debts The allegedly stolen money  was to pay informants to help police arrest drug dealers Connecticut is home to online casinos and sports betting A former police chief in Connecticut...

Devin O'Connor February 23, 2026
Ohio Lottery Classic Lotto jackpot

Ohio Man Wins $3.5 Million Lottery Jackpot After Playing Same Numbers for Decades

An Ohio man who played the same lottery numbers for 22 years finally won big The anonymous winner claimed a $3.5 million prize on Classic Lotto In other lottery news, the nation's newest interstate game began on Sunday An Ohio man who...

Devin O'Connor February 23, 2026
blizzard snow casinos operations

Blizzard Conditions Shutter Rhode Island, New Hampshire Casinos, Modify Operations Elsewhere

A powerful winter storm is causing chaos up and down the Northeast Several casinos have closed in Rhode Island and New Hampshire Casinos in New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Maine remain open Blizzard warnings and heavy snow across the Northeast are causing...

Devin O'Connor February 23, 2026
Atlantic City snow blizzard casinos open

Atlantic City Braces for Two Feet of Snow, Casinos Remain Open During Blizzard

Atlantic City casinos will remain open during the Sunday-into-Monday blizzard The city is under a state of emergency order Atlantic City is bracing for what could be a historic blizzard, as weather forecasts estimate the casino town could see two feet or...

Devin O'Connor February 22, 2026
Las Vegas Legionnaires' disease South Point

Man’s Estate Sues Las Vegas Hotels Alleging He Contracted Legionnaires’ at Resorts

A man's estate is suing two Las Vegas hotels The lawsuit claims the hotels failed to protect the properties from Legionella bacteria The estate of a man who died after visiting Las Vegas and contracting Legionnaires' disease alleges two off-Strip resorts are...

Devin O'Connor February 21, 2026
Fairfax Casino Northern Virginia

Fairfax Casino Would Generate $29 Million in Annual County Taxes, Consultant Estimates

A casino in Northern Virginia would generate modest tax revenue for Fairfax County A casino would not solve Fairfax County's revenue problem Fairfax continues to seek new revenue sources  A casino in Northern Virginia by way of Fairfax County would generate considerable...

Devin O'Connor February 21, 2026
National Council on Problem Gambling prediction markets

National Council on Problem Gambling Has Grave Concerns About Prediction Markets

The National Council on Problem Gambling wants prediction markets to be 21+ Currently, anyone aged 18 and older can trade contracts on CFTC-licensed prediction markets The NCPG also wants prediction markets to include the 1-800-MY-RESET National Problem Gambling Helpline Conversations about prediction...

Devin O'Connor February 20, 2026
Caesars Atlantic City beach bar

Caesars Planning Drinks on the Sand With New Atlantic City Beach Bar

Caesars Atlantic City has filed plans to build and open a beach bar Caesars maintains just a 7% share of the Atlantic City casino market Atlantic City continues to diversify its attractions with new amenities off the gaming floors. In the coming...

Devin O'Connor February 20, 2026
Happy Valley Casino Penn State

Happy Valley Casino in Pennsylvania Enticing Customers With Free Slot Play

A new casino is coming to Pennsylvania by way of State College Happy Valley Casino is dishing out free slot play ahead of its spring opening In the coming weeks, State College's Happy Valley will become the host of the 18th brick-and-mortar...

Devin O'Connor February 20, 2026