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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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7778 stories by Devin O'Connor

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FinCEN: Mexican Drug Cartels, Chinese Networks Targeting Casinos

FinCEN says casinos continue to be targeted to launder money Chinese money laundering networks and Mexican drug cartels are colluding to wash dirty money The US Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) is urging financial institutions that handle large...

Devin O'Connor September 8, 2025
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Thailand Casino Prospects Fade With Election of Prime Minister

Anutin Charnvirakul is the new prime minister of Thailand Charnvirakul is opposed to the liberalization of casinos The new PM says he will return the power of government to the people Casinos presumably aren't coming to Thailand after all. That's the likely...

Devin O'Connor September 8, 2025
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Powerball Makes History as Jackpot Dodges Players Again, Prize Swells to $1.7 Billion

The Powerball jackpot for Saturday, September 6, is an estimated $1.7 billion Powerball's top prize hasn't been won since May 31, 2025 The Powerball run has delivered many life-changing wins Saturday's Powerball drawing will make history after the game's top prize once...

Devin O'Connor September 4, 2025
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American Gaming Association President Tells The Public Responsible ‘Gambling Isn’t Bad’

The American Gaming Association encourages bettors to bet responsibly The NFL season kicks off this week Legal bets on NFL games this season are expected to reach $30 billion Bill Miller, the president and CEO of the American Gaming Association (AGA), says...

Devin O'Connor September 3, 2025
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Various Casino Workers Qualify for One Big Beautiful Bill ‘No Tax on Tips’ Deduction

Many casino workers qualify to have their tax obligations reduced "No Tax on Tips" was authorized through the One Big Beautiful Bill President Donald Trump had pledged to reduce taxes on tips Among the many components of the Republicans' One Big Beautiful...

Devin O'Connor September 3, 2025
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Cherokee Nation Will Appeal Arkansas Casino Ruling that Squashed Legends Resort

The Cherokee Nation will appeal a federal ruling that went against its Arkansas casino plans The tribe has been seeking to build and open a casino in Russell for many years The Cherokee Nation will appeal a federal ruling handed down last...

Devin O'Connor September 3, 2025
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National Guard Sent to Baltimore Ahead of Ravens Kickoff, Could Help Horseshoe Casino

President Donald Trump is sending the National Guard to Baltimore Baltimore is home to Horseshoe Casino, a casino that has long struggled because of nearby crime On Tuesday, President Donald Trump expanded his federal intervention of law enforcement from the nation's capital...

Devin O'Connor September 3, 2025
Publishers Clearing House sweepstakes casino

La bancarrota de la empresa Publishers Clearing House deja de pagar premios a sus ganadores

Un operador de casinos de la modalidad sweepstakes ha adquirido Publishers Clearing House Ganadores en la plataforma PCH afirman que ya no se realizan pagos de premios desde que la empresa se declarara en la bancarrota Una veterana de guerra discapacitado había...

Devin O'Connor September 3, 2025
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Pragmatic Play Exiting Sweepstakes Casino Market in United States

Pragmatic Play is exiting the sweepstakes market in the U.S. Sweepstakes casinos continue to face legal scrutiny Pragmatic was named as a defendant in the Los Angeles civil suit Pragmatic Play is pulling out of the sweepstakes casino business in the United...

Devin O'Connor September 2, 2025
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Odds Good Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Will Be Reelected, and That’s Bad for Gaming

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick is seeking reelection Patrick was criticized for blocking a 2023 sports betting referendum President Donald Trump has endorsed Patrick for the 2026 election Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick (R) has been the second most powerful lawmaker in...

Devin O'Connor September 2, 2025