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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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As Japan Mulls Second Casino Bidding Round, Prefectures Study IR Feasibility
March 9, 2026

As Japan Mulls Second Casino Bidding Round, Prefectures Study IR Feasibility

Japan is expected to reopen bidding for casinos Several prefectures are studying whether to enter the casino pool It appears that Japan will conduct a second bidding round for the two remaining casino licenses. Whether...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Nevada Gaming Control Board Reminds Licensees About Cyberattacks and ‘Vishing’
March 9, 2026

Nevada Gaming Control Board Reminds Licensees About Cyberattacks and ‘Vishing’

Nevada is seeing an increase in attempted cyberattacks and phishing State government agencies are reminding businesses and casinos to remain vigilant The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) is reminding its licensees to stay vigilant in...

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The Fairfax Casino Bill in Virginia Will Likely Pass. County Officials Say It’s All for Nothing
March 9, 2026

The Fairfax Casino Bill in Virginia Will Likely Pass. County Officials Say It’s All for Nothing

The chair of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors says the county might not conduct a competitive bid for a casino even if state lawmakers authorize the county to have a casino Fairfax homeowners and...

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Georgia Lawmakers Again Refuse to Allow Voters to Decide Sports Betting Fate
March 8, 2026

Georgia Lawmakers Again Refuse to Allow Voters to Decide Sports Betting Fate

Sports betting in Georgia has been rejected once again Georgia is among only 10 states without legal sports gambling Georgia will remain clear of legal sports betting for at least another year after state lawmakers...

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March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month, National Agency Seeks to Implement Healthcare Treatment
March 6, 2026

March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month, National Agency Seeks to Implement Healthcare Treatment

March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month, an annual campaign put on by the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) in Washington, DC. The NCPG says Problem Gambling Awareness Month is a nationwide grassroots campaign that...

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Pechanga Resort Casino Is Giving Away a Multimillion-Dollar Home
March 6, 2026

Pechanga Resort Casino Is Giving Away a Multimillion-Dollar Home

Pechanga Resort Casino is giving away a multimillion-dollar home Rewards Club members gain entries for the home giveaway now through May The winner of the $2.14 million home will be chosen on May 30 Pechanga...

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Horseshoe Council Bluffs Casino Restaurant Blends Asian and Cajun Food
March 6, 2026

Horseshoe Council Bluffs Casino Restaurant Blends Asian and Cajun Food

A new restaurant at Horseshoe Council Bluffs Casino has opened Aroi blends Asian and Cajun cuisines Horseshoe Council Bluffs Casino in Iowa is betting on a new restaurant that blends the flavors of Cajun and...

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Full House Resorts Speculates Northeast Indiana Casino Opposition Funded by Michigan Tribe
March 6, 2026

Full House Resorts Speculates Northeast Indiana Casino Opposition Funded by Michigan Tribe

Is a gaming tribe in Michigan funding an opposition campaign for a casino in Northeast Indiana? Full House Resorts CEO Daniel Lee is speculating on who is behind the anti-casino movement Full House Resorts CEO...

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Piss-Poor Behavior: Pennsylvania Man Urinates on Slot Machine
March 5, 2026

Piss-Poor Behavior: Pennsylvania Man Urinates on Slot Machine

A Pennsylvania man is accused of urinating inside a casino The incident occurred at Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course The suspect could see up to two years in prison for resisting arrest Pennsylvania...

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Baltimore Files Lawsuit Against Six Online Sweepstake Casinos
March 5, 2026

Baltimore Files Lawsuit Against Six Online Sweepstake Casinos

Baltimore is suing several online sweepstakes casinos The city's lawsuit alleges the websites engage in illegal gambling Baltimore sued DraftKings and FanDuel last year The City of Baltimore has filed another lawsuit seeking to better...

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