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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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7786 stories by Devin O'Connor

Donald Trump Mount Airy Casino gambling deduction

President Trump Doesn’t Address OBBB Gambling Deduction Tax Change at Casino

President Trump appeared at the Mount Airy Casino Resort on Tuesday The president hyped his claims that the economy is roaring Trump didn't discuss gambling tax deductions as some had hoped Rep. Dina Titus is behind legislation to restore the gambling deduction...

Devin O'Connor December 10, 2025
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FanDuel Casino Launches ‘Love Island’ as Branded Slots Popularity Rises

FanDuel Casino now includes a slot game based on "Love Island" Branded slots continue to grow in popularity online FanDuel Casino players can now enter the "Love Island" villa via a newly launched online slot game. Developed in partnership with Games Global...

Devin O'Connor December 10, 2025
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Sweepstakes Casino Setbacks Continue as Indiana Fields Legislative Ban

Online sweepstakes casinos continue to face legal and regulatory scrutiny New legislation in Indiana seeks to ban the controversial websites and apps Online sweepstakes casinos are on a losing streak, despite "social" gaming websites and apps continuing to lobby state lawmakers for...

Devin O'Connor December 9, 2025
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Thai F-16 Fighter Jets Bomb Cambodia Casino as Border Tensions Escalate

Fighting between Thailand and Cambodia resumed on Monday Thailand bombed a border casino in Cambodia The casino was reportedly being used as a military installation  Thailand and Cambodia, who are blaming each other for initiating the latest fighting, exchanged a series of...

Devin O'Connor December 9, 2025
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Powerball Nears Top-Five Territory After Jackpot Skirts Players for 40th Drawing

Powerball rolled over for a 40th time after Monday's jackpot didn't hit The Powerball drawing for December 10 is an estimated $930 million The Powerball jackpot has bypassed players for 40 consecutive drawings. The Powerball run has led to the lottery game's...

Devin O'Connor December 9, 2025
Bally's Chicago casino renderings

Bally’s Chicago Renderings Unveiled, Façade Will Honor River West Property Past

Bally's has unveiled additional renderings of its Chicago development Some thought the latest casino renderings were underwhelming Bally's Corporation has unveiled additional renderings of the forthcoming permanent Bally's Chicago casino resort in the Windy City's River West neighborhood. Chicago YIMBY, a real...

Devin O'Connor December 9, 2025
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SNL Weekend Update Pokes Fun at New York City Casino Approval for the Bronx

SNL weighed in on the Bally's Bronx casino "Weekend Update" anchor Michael Che says slot machines aren't the only risky thing about the Bronx "Saturday Night Live" didn't miss an opportunity to take an easy jab at one of the three recently commissioned...

Devin O'Connor December 8, 2025
Texas casinos Greg Abbott

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Says He Doesn’t Support Casinos ‘Yet’

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has opposed casinos for years Abbott doesn't plan to change his casino position anytime soon Abbott is up for reelection in 2026 Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) has been a casino opponent throughout his governorship. He doesn't have...

Devin O'Connor December 8, 2025
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New York Bans Sweepstakes Casinos as Downstate Casinos are Greenlit

Online sweepstakes casinos utilizing dual-currency schemes are now banned in New York New York recently approved three downstate casinos Sweepstakes continue to face setbacks across the US Online sweepstakes casinos are now illegal in New York. On Friday, New York Gov. Kathy...

Devin O'Connor December 8, 2025
Horseshoe Indianapolis casino union

Horseshoe Indianapolis Casino Workers Unionize With Teamsters Local 135

Horseshoe Indianapolis dealers have joined Teamsters The unionization ends a two-month strike at the Shelbyville casino The strike at Horseshoe Casino Indianapolis in Shelbyville is over after table-game dealers and dual-rate supervisors voted to join the Teamsters. After a more than two-month...

Devin O'Connor December 8, 2025