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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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7575 stories by Devin O'Connor

Ohio Lottery Giant Eagle wins

Ohio Lottery Players Keep Hitting at Giant Eagle Grocery Store

Three Ohio Lottery wins have been sold at the same Giant Eagle since April The wins were worth $20,000, $150,000, and $1 million The grocery store will likely continue to see increased lottery sales Ohio Lottery players are finding an overwhelming abundance...

Devin O'Connor July 11, 2025
Mississippi gaming Hard Rock Biloxi lawsuit

Mississippi Gaming Revenue Along the Gulf is Down, Biloxi Casino Lawsuits are Up

Mississippi gaming revenue along the Gulf is down The number of lawsuits against casinos seemingly continues to rise Mississippi is a major gaming market in the US Mississippi gaming revenue along the Gulf Coast surged to unprecedented highs in the COVID-19 aftermath,...

Devin O'Connor July 11, 2025
DraftKings Casino Connecticut Foxwoods

DraftKings Casino Customers in Connecticut Receive Share of $3 Million Settlement

DraftKings Casino has agreed to a $3 million settlement in Connecticut Connecticut state officials alleged the online casino deceived consumers DraftKings concedes no wrongdoing through the resolution DraftKings in Connecticut has agreed to settle a complaint before the Department of Consumer Protection...

Devin O'Connor July 11, 2025
Nevada unemployment Las Vegas jobs

Nevada Unemployment is Highest in Country, 5.5 Percent of Labor Force Out of Work

Nevada has the highest unemployment rate in the country 5.5% of Nevadans are out of work Las Vegas is experiencing a slowdown in terms of business and visitation Nevada's unemployment rate stands at 5.5%, the highest in the nation, the United States...

Devin O'Connor July 11, 2025
Amazon Prime Day gambler poker chips cards

Prime Day 2025: Best Bets for the Gambler in Your Life

Amazon Prime Day 2025 runs through Friday, July 11 The annual sales event has many goods on discount that a gambler might want From poker tables and playing cards to the latest tech, Prime Day has something for everyone Amazon Prime Day...

Devin O'Connor July 10, 2025
New Jersey sportsbooks colleges sweepstakes

New Jersey Sportsbooks Banned From Public College Partnerships, Sweeps Bill Remains

Public colleges and universities in New Jersey can no longer partner with sportsbooks NJ Gov. Phil Murphy signed the sports betting marketing ban into law on July 8 Murphy has yet to act on online sweepstakes casino legislation This week, New Jersey...

Devin O'Connor July 10, 2025
Brazil casinos legislation gambling

Brazil Casino Legislation Postponed Again as Decades-Long Consideration Continues

Legislation to allow land-based casinos in Brazil has been set aside Casino bills have been considered in Brasilia since 1990 Brazil authorized iGaming with sports betting in 2024 Brazil casino legislation has been shelved yet again as Senate leaders chose to defer...

Devin O'Connor July 10, 2025
Harrah's Columbus Casino Nebraska Marriott

Harrah’s Columbus Casino in Nebraska Complete With Dual Marriott Hotel

Harrah's Columbus has opened its on-site hotels The Nebraska casino and racetrack has two Marriott facilities The live racing season at Harrah's Columbus ends this weekend Harrah's Columbus, NE, Racing & Casino in Nebraska is officially complete after the thoroughbred racetrack and...

Devin O'Connor July 10, 2025
Massachusetts tribal casino First Light

Massachusetts Tribal Casino Seeks Booze, Additional Gaming Machines

The First Light Casino Welcome is hoping to expand The tribal casino in Massachusetts currently offers 50 slot-like electronic bingo machines The gaming facility is additionally seeking a liquor license A Massachusetts tribal casino is seeking permission to serve alcohol and increase...

Devin O'Connor July 9, 2025
Showboat Atlantic City Bart Blatstein

Showboat Atlantic City Owner No Longer a Wanted Man After Paying $533K Debt

Bart Blatstein has paid an outstanding bill for electrical services Blatstein owns the noncasino Showboat Hotel in Atlantic City The Showboat is focused on families Philadelphia real estate businessman Bart Blatstein, whose Tower Investments owns the Showboat Hotel in Atlantic City, is...

Devin O'Connor July 9, 2025