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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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7578 stories by Devin O'Connor

MGM Resorts online room reservations cyberattack

MGM Resorts Online Room Reservations Return, Company Denies IT Job Posting

MGM Resorts International has resumed online hotel room reservations for its casino resorts in North America nearly two weeks after a cyber gang attacked its IT systems. MGM on Friday said new room reservations can again be made online. However, the online...

Devin O'Connor September 23, 2023
Nevada Gaming Commissioner Brian Krolicki

Nevada Gaming Commissioner Wants Answers About MGM, Caesars Cyberattacks

Nevada Gaming Commissioner Brian Krolicki, the newest member of the state gaming regulatory who was appointed just in February by Gov. Joe Lombardo (R), believes the commission and possibly the public should be told about the recent cybersecurity breaches at casinos operated...

Devin O'Connor September 22, 2023
North Carolina casinos Phil Berger

Failed North Carolina Casino Effort Could Prompt Primary Challenge to Senate Leader

The failed North Carolina casino effort led this year by Senate President Pro Tempore Phil Berger (R-Rockingham) could result in him having a primary challenger in 2024. Berger, who leads the Republican Party in the Tar Heel State, which controls both chambers...

Devin O'Connor September 21, 2023
Parx Casino Pennsylvania smoking

Smoke-Free Parx Continues Dominating Retail Play in Pennsylvania

Parx Casino, one of two fully smoke-free casinos in Pennsylvania, continues to dominate the state gaming industry in terms of retail play. Parx decided to remain smoke-free in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. The casino north of Philadelphia is owned and...

Devin O'Connor September 21, 2023
Pennsylvania casino smoking legislation

Pennsylvania Casino Workers Tell Lawmakers to Close Indoor Smoking Loophole

Pennsylvania casino workers testified before lawmakers in Harrisburg on Wednesday, saying the state's ongoing allowance of indoor smoking on designated parts of the gaming floors is jeopardizing their health. State Rep. Dan Frankel (D-Allegheny) this week introduced another bill that seeks to...

Devin O'Connor September 20, 2023
Kim Zolciak Kroy Biermann divorce gambling addict

‘Real Housewives’ Star Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann Financially Destitute, Gambling Habits Cited

Reality television stars Kim Zolciak, 45, and her estranged husband Kroy Biermann, 38, are going through a nasty public divorce that's shedding light on their dismal financial situation. Biermann said this week through legal filings that his wife is mostly to blame....

Devin O'Connor September 20, 2023
North Carolina casinos budget bill

North Carolina Republicans Fold on Casino Efforts, Budget Moving Forward

North Carolina Republicans are ditching their efforts to include a casino provision in the state's 2023-25 budget bill. Facing a slew of criticism for their backroom push to liberalize commercial casino gambling, GOP leaders in the General Assembly said late Tuesday that...

Devin O'Connor September 20, 2023
Hard Rock Bet Simplebet microbetting LIV Golf

Hard Rock Bet to Debut Microbetting Lines With LIV Golf Chicago

Hard Rock Bet will debut golf microbetting lines this week when the LIV Golf Chicago tournament tees it up at Rich Harvest Farms in Sugar Grove, Ill. Hard Rock Bet, the digital online gaming platform owned and operated by the Seminole Tribe...

Devin O'Connor September 20, 2023
MGM Resorts cyberattack Las Vegas casinos

MGM Resorts Says IT Systems Restored But Operational Disruptions Remain

MGM Resorts International says its IT systems at its resorts in Las Vegas and across the US are back up and running. In a statement issued late Tuesday night, the Bellagio and Cosmopolitan operator said the cyber attack on its computer networks...

Devin O'Connor September 20, 2023
Allegiant Stadium Las Vegas Raiders tickets

Allegiant Adding Service to Las Vegas for NFL Raiders Games

Allegiant is making it easier for away team fans to check out the NFL Las Vegas Raiders' home in Southern Nevada, just west of the Strip. Allegiant is headquartered in Summerlin and is one of the 15 largest airlines in North America....

Devin O'Connor September 19, 2023