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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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Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission Contracts for iGaming Report
August 3, 2023

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...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Raynham Park Caesars Sportsbook Further Delayed on Suitability Concerns
August 3, 2023

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...

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Jake’s 58 Casino Expansion Approved Despite Concerns
August 3, 2023

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...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Donald Trump, Ron DeSantis Jockey for Dr. Miriam Adelson Campaign Money
August 3, 2023

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...

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North Carolina Casino Effort Criticized By Community Being Targeted
August 2, 2023

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...

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Missouri Casinos in St. Louis County Retain Smoking After Ordinance Extinguished
August 2, 2023

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....

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Marina Bay Sands Teams With Ferrari for F1 Singapore Grand Prix
August 2, 2023

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...

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Pennsylvania Editorial Board Calls for Skill Gaming Ban, Cites Underage Gambling
August 1, 2023

Pennsylvania Editorial Board Calls for Skill Gaming Ban, Cites Underage Gambling

The Editorial Board of The Patriot-News in Harrisburg believes Pennsylvania lawmakers would be smart to ban so-called "skill gaming" machines. The devices litter convenience stores, restaurants, and bars across the commonwealth. Skill gaming machines look,...

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Macau Casino Revenue Tops $2B in July, Best Month Since COVID-19 Pandemic
August 1, 2023

Macau Casino Revenue Tops $2B in July, Best Month Since COVID-19 Pandemic

Macau casino revenue eclipsed the $2 billion mark in a single month for the first time since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in January 2020. Gross gaming revenue (GGR) in the Chinese Special Administrative...

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Jake’s 58 Casino Hotel Expansion Plan on New York’s Long Island Set for Approval
August 1, 2023

Jake’s 58 Casino Hotel Expansion Plan on New York’s Long Island Set for Approval

Jake's 58 Casino Hotel wants to invest $200 million to expand the Long Island gaming venue for the first time since it opened in 2017. Owned and operated by Suffolk Regional Off-Track Betting Corporation (Suffolk...

Written by Devin O'Connor