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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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Harrah’s Cherokee Casinos Tap Actor-Comedian David Koechner for Ad Campaign
August 1, 2023

Harrah’s Cherokee Casinos Tap Actor-Comedian David Koechner for Ad Campaign

Harrah's Cherokee Casinos in Cherokee and Murphy, NC, have hired actor and comedian David Koechner to headline a new regional marketing campaign. The program wil be promoting all the party capabilities that await guests at...

Written by Devin O'Connor
NYC Mayor Eric Adams Allegedly Tipped Off Commissioner About Gambling Probe
July 31, 2023

NYC Mayor Eric Adams Allegedly Tipped Off Commissioner About Gambling Probe

Democrat Eric Adams, the mayor of New York City, has found himself engulfed in an illegal gambling scandal. The New York Daily News reported on allegations that the mayor tipped off his buildings commissioner regarding...

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Nevada Casinos Maintain $1B Winning Streak, June Gaming Revenue Cools
July 31, 2023

Nevada Casinos Maintain $1B Winning Streak, June Gaming Revenue Cools

Nevada casinos experienced a bit of a cooldown in June as gross gaming revenue (GGR) stumbled 2.4% from June 2022. Silver State casinos won $1.24 billion last month, or about $31.2 million less than last...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Churchill Downs Jockey Club Suites Set for $14M Update at Storied Kentucky Racetrack
July 28, 2023

Churchill Downs Jockey Club Suites Set for $14M Update at Storied Kentucky Racetrack

The Jockey Club Suites at Churchill Downs Racetrack are undergoing a $14 million renovation that will modernize the luxury full-service hospitality offerings at the legendary thoroughbred racetrack. Home to the Kentucky Derby, traditionally the first...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Sands Long Island Casino Bid Joined by Integrative Wellness Leader Canyon Ranch
July 28, 2023

Sands Long Island Casino Bid Joined by Integrative Wellness Leader Canyon Ranch

Las Vegas Sands is betting on improving its odds of securing one of the three New York downstate casino licenses by partnering with Canyon Ranch, a leader in the destination wellness category. Sands is proposing...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Leon Black Accused of Raping Autistic Down Syndrome Girl at Epstein Townhouse
July 27, 2023

Leon Black Accused of Raping Autistic Down Syndrome Girl at Epstein Townhouse

Disgraced private equity tycoon Leon Black, who cofounded Apollo Global Management -- which owns the operating rights to The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas and previously controlled Harrah's Entertainment -- has been accused of raping...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Senate Bill Seeks to End Deceptive Resort Fee, Promote Pricing Transparency
July 27, 2023

Senate Bill Seeks to End Deceptive Resort Fee, Promote Pricing Transparency

Bipartisan federal legislation expected to be introduced in the U.S. Senate will seek to require hotels and casinos to include resort fees in their advertised nightly rates, something many consumers and President Joe Biden have...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Maverick Gaming Buying Another Washington Cardroom With Silverdale’s All-Star Lanes
July 27, 2023

Maverick Gaming Buying Another Washington Cardroom With Silverdale’s All-Star Lanes

Washington-based Maverick Gaming continues to expand its portfolio of cardrooms in its home state. Maverick is bullish on Washington after recently winning over regulators on the Washington State Gambling Commission. The commission last week voted...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Danville Leaders Unconcerned With Efforts to Legalize Casinos in North Carolina
July 27, 2023

Danville Leaders Unconcerned With Efforts to Legalize Casinos in North Carolina

Leaders in Danville, Va., where Caesars Entertainment this May opened a temporary casino, say they aren't necessarily worried about efforts in neighboring North Carolina to legalize commercial casino resorts. Caesars Entertainment is investing $650 million...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Tesla Continues Partnering With Tribal Casinos for Vehicle Showrooms
July 26, 2023

Tesla Continues Partnering With Tribal Casinos for Vehicle Showrooms

Tesla continues to partner with federally recognized Native American tribes to build sales, service, and distribution centers for its electric vehicles. Tesla, the company owned by billionaire Elon Musk that designs and manufactures electric cars,...

Written by Devin O'Connor