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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

Borgata BetMGM Dual Play Roulette Atlantic City

Borgata and BetMGM Launch ‘Dual Play Roulette’ for New Jersey iGaming Platforms

Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic City is lending one of its roulette tables to its parent company's online casino platform, BetMGM, and the resort's own branded iGaming website and app, Borgata Online Casino. MGM Resorts International operates the Borgata, which...

Devin O'Connor August 4, 2023
Nash County North Carolina casinos

Nash County North Carolina Officials Say Residents Should Have Final Say on Casino

Should North Carolina lawmakers legalize commercial gambling, the Nash County Board of Commissioners wants a local referendum on a possible casino. They voted 6-1 this week in favor of an ordinance that would petition the state for approval to conduct such a...

Devin O'Connor August 4, 2023
Maryland iGaming study MLGCC Innovation Group

Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission Contracts for iGaming Report

The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission (MLGCC) has tapped The Innovation Group, a gaming consultancy with more than 30 years of experience, to conduct a review of what possible benefits the state might receive if iGaming were to be legalized. Efforts...

Devin O'Connor August 3, 2023
Raynham Park Caesars Sportsbook Massachusetts sports betting

Raynham Park Caesars Sportsbook Further Delayed on Suitability Concerns

The father-son owners of Raynham Park, George and Chris Carney, want to bring a Caesars Sportsbook to their former greyhound racetrack. But the Carneys' sports betting ambitions remain tied up with the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC). Raynham Park ceased live greyhound on...

Devin O'Connor August 3, 2023
Jake's 58 Casino Hotel Long Island Islandia

Jake’s 58 Casino Expansion Approved Despite Concerns

Jake's 58 Casino Hotel on New York's Long Island has been approved to embark on a $200 million expansion and renovation project of the Islandia gaming complex. The Islandia Village Board voted unanimously 5-0 in favor of authorizing Jake's to undergo its...

Devin O'Connor August 3, 2023
Donald Trump Ron DeSantis Dr. Miriam Adelson Sheldon

Donald Trump, Ron DeSantis Jockey for Dr. Miriam Adelson Campaign Money

GOP 2024 presidential candidates are scurrying to prop up their campaign war chests, and in the Republican Party, the bank for the past several presidential election cycles has been held by the Adelsons. They are one of the country's richest families that...

Devin O'Connor August 3, 2023
North Carolina casinos Rockingham County

North Carolina Casino Effort Criticized By Community Being Targeted

A North Carolina community being targeted for a casino resort through state legislation came out in droves this week to oppose such efforts. Rockingham County is one of three counties that would be designated as a permittable host for a commercial casino....

Devin O'Connor August 2, 2023
Missouri casinos smoking St. Louis County

Missouri Casinos in St. Louis County Retain Smoking After Ordinance Extinguished

Missouri casinos in St. Louis County were facing a potential smoking ban after local government officials motioned to prohibit indoor smoking at the two gaming venues. St. Louis County borders the independent city of St. Louis. The county is home to two...

Devin O'Connor August 2, 2023
Mega Millions jackpot lottery

Mega Millions Jackpot Grows to $1.25B, Losers Get Free Krispy Kreme Donuts

The Mega Millions jackpot once again evaded players last night, as Tuesday marked the 30th consecutive drawing where no ticket matched all six numbers. Tuesday night's five white balls were 8-24-30-45-61 and the gold Mega Ball was 12. While more than 4.9...

Devin O'Connor August 2, 2023
Marina Bay Sands Ferrari F1 Singapore Grand Prix

Marina Bay Sands Teams With Ferrari for F1 Singapore Grand Prix

Marina Bay Sands in Singapore is partnering with Formula One (F1) Team Scuderia Ferrari for a multiyear deal. The pact features an array of events and promotions in the lead-up to the Singapore Grand Prix in September. Marina Bay Sands, often cited...

Devin O'Connor August 2, 2023