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Devin O'Connor

Devin O'Connor is a senior reporter for Casino.org, covering politics, casino business, and gaming news.

Devin came on board with Casino.org in 2014. He lives in Arlington, Va.

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Koch PAC Ends Nikki Haley Financial Support, Trump Odds Shorten
February 26, 2024

Koch PAC Ends Nikki Haley Financial Support, Trump Odds Shorten

The Koch network's Americans for Prosperity (AFP) super political action committee has terminated its financial support of Nikki Haley's presidential campaign. The Charles Koch-funded super PAC has poured millions of dollars into the former South...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Mississippi Could Amend Casino Law After Biloxi Project Controversy
February 25, 2024

Mississippi Could Amend Casino Law After Biloxi Project Controversy

Mississippi lawmakers in Jackson are considering legislation that would overhaul the state's rules on how new casinos along the Gulf Coast are approved. Senate Bill 2780 was introduced earlier this month by four Republican state...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Atlantic City Boardwalk Allocated $20M for Repairs, Preservation
February 25, 2024

Atlantic City Boardwalk Allocated $20M for Repairs, Preservation

The Atlantic City Boardwalk will undergo a $20 million repair to preserve the iconic waterfront promenade that dates back to 1870. On Friday, New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy (D) announced $100 million in funding for...

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Ohio Sports Betting Rules Amended To Prohibit College Player Props
February 24, 2024

Ohio Sports Betting Rules Amended To Prohibit College Player Props

Officials at the Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC) have amended their regulations on sports betting. They now prohibit sportsbooks from continuing to offer player prop bets involving college athletes. On the request of Gov. Mike...

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Alabama Senators Set Odds on Casino, Lottery Package
February 24, 2024

Alabama Senators Set Odds on Casino, Lottery Package

Alabama state Senators have differing opinions on the chances of a commercial casino gambling and lottery bill finding support in the upper legislative chamber. That bill was passed by the state House of Representatives earlier...

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Caesars Danville Temporary Casino Helps City Fund Capital Projects
February 23, 2024

Caesars Danville Temporary Casino Helps City Fund Capital Projects

Caesars Danville opened its temporary pavilion tent casino last May. In less than a year, associated gaming tax revenue earmarked for the host city in Southern Virginia along the North Carolina border is already paying...

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Maryland iGaming Bill Gets Hearing as Brick-and-Mortar Play Wanes
February 23, 2024

Maryland iGaming Bill Gets Hearing as Brick-and-Mortar Play Wanes

Maryland iGaming legislation is set for a committee hearing in the state Senate next week. The consideration of online casino gambling comes as play continues to slow at the state's six brick-and-mortar commercial casinos. State...

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Melco Resorts’ Lawrence Ho Not on Forbes Hong Kong Rich List
February 23, 2024

Melco Resorts’ Lawrence Ho Not on Forbes Hong Kong Rich List

Melco Resorts founder, chairman, and CEO Lawrence Ho has lost his spot on Forbes' list of the 50 richest people in Hong Kong. Forbes this week unveiled its Hong Kong 50 Richest list, and for...

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United Arab Emirates Residents Not Gung-Ho About Legal Casinos
February 22, 2024

United Arab Emirates Residents Not Gung-Ho About Legal Casinos

The United Arab Emirates (UAB) government, through its recently formed General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA), is expected this year to consider legalizing casino resorts. Not much of the general public is supportive of the...

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Bally’s Chicago to Open in Late 2026, Happy With Temporary Casino
February 22, 2024

Bally’s Chicago to Open in Late 2026, Happy With Temporary Casino

During their 2023 earnings call, Bally's Corporation officials said they're pleased with the performance of the temporary casino in Chicago. They believe the permanent resort's construction time line remains on track. Bally's reported $2.44 billion...

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