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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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7575 stories by Devin O'Connor

Steve Cohen New York casino Hard Rock

Steve Cohen’s Hard Rock NYC Casino Development Secures State’s Blessing

New York lawmakers have passed legislation to allow a casino in Queens The bill allows state and city-controlled parkland to be used for a commercial development NY Mets owner Steve Cohen is partnered with Hard Rock on the casino project Billionaire Steve...

Devin O'Connor May 28, 2025
Luxor Las Vegas Egypt tombs

No Las Vegas Myth Here: Archeologists Discover New Tombs in Luxor

Ancient tombs have been discovered in Luxor Luxor is an ancient city in Egypt Luxor Las Vegas' theme is based on the city Luxor is best known in the United States to many gamblers as a casino resort on the Las Vegas...

Devin O'Connor May 27, 2025
Carnival Cruise Line casino adults-only

Carnival Running Limited Adults-Only Cruises With Casino Emphasis

Carnival is running a few adults-only cruises Scheduling issues with dry docks led to the casino-focused voyages Carnival isn't venturing away from its family-first mentality, a spokesperson says Carnival is best known for offering family-friendly cruises at reasonable costs. The world's largest...

Devin O'Connor May 27, 2025
Crown Resorts Australia Perth casino

Crown Resorts Appoints Former Western Australia Treasurer Chair of Crown Perth

Crown Resorts has named two new key officials to oversee Crown Perth Crown continues its corporate overhaul in hopes of being deemed suitable to conduct gambling games by government regulators Crown Perth is the oldest casino property in Crown's three-resort portfolio Embattled...

Devin O'Connor May 27, 2025
Georgia businessman riverboat casino Rome

Georgia Businessman Floats Riverboat Casino, Upstream Battle Stands in His Way

A businessman in Georgia wants to operate a riverboat casino Georgia law currently bars most forms of gambling Georgia lawmakers, however, have seemingly eased their opposition to gambling recently A Georgia businessman wants to develop and operate a riverboat casino and events...

Devin O'Connor May 27, 2025
legal iGaming unattended children casino

Legal iGaming Not Stopping Adults From Leaving Children Unattended Outside Casinos

Two Rhode Island adults are accused of leaving kids in a car outside a casino The incident occurred at Bally's Twin River Lincoln The casino's security team assisted in the arrests iGaming, where online casinos allow gamblers to lawfully gamble from their...

Devin O'Connor May 26, 2025
Northern Virginia casino Fairfax County

Northern Virginia Casino Spurs Differing Views From Democratic Lt. Governor Candidates

Six Democrats are seeking their party's ticket to run for lieutenant governor in Virginia The candidates have differing views on a casino in Northern Virginia Legislation to designate Fairfax County for a casino stalled earlier this year The six Democratic candidates seeking...

Devin O'Connor May 26, 2025
DraftKings Casino Queen robbery crime

Arrest Made in DraftKings Casino Queen Holdup, Three People Face Felony Charges

Police are seeking two people charged with first-degree robbery and armed criminal action A third person allegedly involved in the criminal act has been arrested The armed robbery occurred after a man left an Illinois casino with a wad of cash Three...

Devin O'Connor May 26, 2025
Silverstein Properties Avenir New York City

Silverstein Properties Unveils Avenir New York City Casino Vision

Silverstein Properties is further detailing its New York City bid Silverstein is partnered with Rush Street Gaming and Greenwood Gaming and Entertainment The casino plan targets Manhattan's Hell's Kitchen The New York City casino bid by Silverstein Properties that includes gaming and...

Devin O'Connor May 26, 2025
Las Vegas Memorial Day hotel room

Las Vegas Memorial Day Projections Slightly Subdued From 2024

AAA is forecasting record travel for the 2025 Memorial Day Las Vegas is a top destination this week Las Vegas is likely to welcome 340,000 visitors Las Vegas is bustling this weekend, as the unofficial kickoff to summer begins with the Memorial...

Devin O'Connor May 24, 2025