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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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Former Diamond Jacks Casino in Bossier City Nearing Sale to Cordish Companies
August 27, 2023

Former Diamond Jacks Casino in Bossier City Nearing Sale to Cordish Companies

The former Diamond Jacks Casino Resort in Louisiana's Bossier City is in the process of being sold to Baltimore-based Cordish Companies. A state official says he expects the transaction to close this fall. Peninsula Pacific...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Pennsylvania Casinos Experiencing Fewer Unattended Children Incidences
August 25, 2023

Pennsylvania Casinos Experiencing Fewer Unattended Children Incidences

Pennsylvania casinos continue to report incidences of children being left unattended inside vehicles outside the gaming properties, but rates are improving, state officials say. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) this week reported four additional...

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Queen Baton Rouge in Louisiana Opens Land-Based Casino Following $85M Overhaul
August 25, 2023

Queen Baton Rouge in Louisiana Opens Land-Based Casino Following $85M Overhaul

The Queen Baton Rouge is officially open following an $85 million overhaul that brought the casino ashore and expanded the gaming space. Formerly Hollywood Casino Baton Rouge, Illinois-based gaming firm CQ Holding Company acquired the...

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California Tribe Combatting Opioid Crisis With Casino Donation
August 25, 2023

California Tribe Combatting Opioid Crisis With Casino Donation

A California tribe is helping combat the ongoing opioid crisis that's impacting natives at higher rates than the general public by donating funds generated by its casino resort located north of Fresno. The Picayune Rancheria...

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FanDuel Brings Professional Pickleball Lines to Sportsbooks in 10 States
August 25, 2023

FanDuel Brings Professional Pickleball Lines to Sportsbooks in 10 States

FanDuel is the first major sportsbook in the US to offer legal wagering on pickleball. Effective Thursday, August 24, FanDuel Sportsbook bettors have access to lines on pickleball tournaments on the Professional Pickleball Association Tour...

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California College Partners With Tribal Casino For Student Housing
August 25, 2023

California College Partners With Tribal Casino For Student Housing

A California community college in need of student housing has partnered with a nearby tribal casino to use its hotel rooms as dormitories. The College of the Redwoods in rural Eureka says finding affordable off-campus...

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Casino Lobby Claims US Residents Concerned About Unregulated Skill Gaming
August 24, 2023

Casino Lobby Claims US Residents Concerned About Unregulated Skill Gaming

The leading casino lobby group in the United States says Americans have become increasingly concerned about unregulated skill gaming machines. The devices have proliferated in restaurants, bars, convenience stores, and grocery centers over the past...

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MGM Springfield Casino Taxes to Fund Impaired Driving Study and Gaming’s Impact
August 24, 2023

MGM Springfield Casino Taxes to Fund Impaired Driving Study and Gaming’s Impact

Gaming taxes generated by the MGM Springfield will be used to fund a study on impaired driving and whether Massachusetts casinos have led to increased rates of DUIs. Google "casino" and "DUI," and the news...

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iGaming Thriving in Six States Where Online Casinos Allowed
August 23, 2023

iGaming Thriving in Six States Where Online Casinos Allowed

iGaming, internet gambling with interactive slots and table games, is permitted in only six states. Those half-dozen legal jurisdictions continue to experience revenue growth for the online platforms. With state gaming revenue reports in for...

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MGM Springfield Hits Five Years, Local Officials Say Resort Has Strengthened City
August 23, 2023

MGM Springfield Hits Five Years, Local Officials Say Resort Has Strengthened City

MGM Springfield celebrates five years in business on Thursday, August 24. Local officials say the integrated casino resort has predominantly been a strong community partner that has only bettered the area. Las Vegas-based MGM Resorts...

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