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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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8319 stories by Devin O'Connor

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Atlantic City Casino Profits Drop in 2025 As Bally’s Posts Operating Loss

Atlantic City casino profits were down in 2025 Bally's reported a gross operating loss, causing further concern for the future of the Boardwalk resort Borgata maintained its dominance in the Atlantic City casino market Atlantic City casino industry profitability is shrinking, as...

Devin O'Connor April 9, 2026
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Polymarket reports suspicious trading ahead of US-Iran ceasefire

Analysis by Dune illustrates potentially suspicious prediction market trading activity on Polymarket Ahead of Ceasefire  The CFTC says prediction markets bear the brunt of responsibility in detecting insider trading An analysis of publicly available blockchain data linked to Polymarket's prediction market has...

Devin O'Connor April 9, 2026
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Pennsylvania Illegal Gambling Firms Agree $5M Closure And Forfeiture Deal

Pennsylvania has secured a $5 million forfeiture from two illegal gambling companies The enterprises have agreed to close in part of their plea deals AG Dave Sunday continues cracking down on illegal slots in the commonwealth Two companies in Pennsylvania that claimed...

Devin O'Connor April 8, 2026
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Will Ohio Actually Rescind Online Sports Betting?

Legislation introduced in Ohio threatens online sports betting The "Save Ohio Sports Act" faces long odds Ohio has a robust, highly profitable sports betting industry Sports betting in Ohio became legal in 2021 when Gov. Mike DeWine (R) signed House Bill 29,...

Devin O'Connor April 8, 2026
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North Carolina GOP Power Player Urges Casino Bill Rejection

Bob Luddy is asking lawmakers in North Carolina to reject casino campaign money The influential business owner is also asking lawmakers to fold on casino legislation A prominent Republican businessman in North Carolina is voicing his opinion that lawmakers in the state...

Devin O'Connor April 8, 2026
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Sweepstakes Casino Among Top Donors for Alabama Senator’s Gubernatorial Campaign

A sweepstakes casino company has donated $30,000 to Sen. Tommy Tuberville's 2026 gubernatorial campaign Tuberville hopes to depart Congress for the governor's office in Alabama Tuberville is the betting front-runner for the Republican Primary in May and the November gubernatorial election A...

Devin O'Connor April 8, 2026
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Masters Odds: Poor Iron Play And Time Away Lengthens Scottie Scheffler Odds

The Masters tees off this Thursday Scottie Scheffler is again the betting favorite, though his odds are a bit longer in 2026 Sports betting remains illegal in Georgia, but that isn't stopping prediction markets Scottie Scheffler, the world's best golfer, hasn't played...

Devin O'Connor April 7, 2026
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Pennsylvania Skill Game Bill Proposes Guardrails for Slot-Like Machines

Legislation in Pennsylvania proposes consumer protections for skill games Skill games remain unregulated and untaxed in the commonwealth An estimated 70K skill games are operating across Pennsylvania Pennsylvania's Supreme Court is expected to soon rule whether unregulated skill games constitute illegal gambling...

Devin O'Connor April 7, 2026
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Kentucky Sports Betting Age Set To Increase To 21 As Prediction Markets Tax Looms

Sports betting in Kentucky is expected to soon become 21+ Fixed-odds wagering on live horse racing is also likely DraftKings and FanDuel dominate the Kentucky sports betting market Big changes are highly likely to be coming to Kentucky's sports betting market after...

Devin O'Connor April 7, 2026
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UPDATE: New Details on Powerball Jackpot Win in Delaware

UPDATE (April 8, 8 am): The Delaware Lottery says the winning ticket was sold at the Acme in Middletown, located at 460 E. Main Street.  "We're incredibly excited to see a jackpot-winning Powerball ticket sold right here in Delaware," said Helene Keeley,...

Devin O'Connor April 7, 2026