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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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New York Comptroller Says Casinos ‘Not a Magic Fix’ for Local Host Governments
August 4, 2023

New York Comptroller Says Casinos ‘Not a Magic Fix’ for Local Host Governments

New York Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli says that while commercial casinos provide new jobs and economic activity, gaming resorts are no "magic fix" for local host governments searching for substantial new tax revenue streams. New York...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Borgata and BetMGM Launch ‘Dual Play Roulette’ for New Jersey iGaming Platforms
August 4, 2023

Borgata and BetMGM Launch ‘Dual Play Roulette’ for New Jersey iGaming Platforms

Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic City is lending one of its roulette tables to its parent company's online casino platform, BetMGM, and the resort's own branded iGaming website and app, Borgata Online Casino....

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Nash County North Carolina Officials Say Residents Should Have Final Say on Casino
August 4, 2023

Nash County North Carolina Officials Say Residents Should Have Final Say on Casino

Should North Carolina lawmakers legalize commercial gambling, the Nash County Board of Commissioners wants a local referendum on a possible casino. They voted 6-1 this week in favor of an ordinance that would petition the...

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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...

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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...

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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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