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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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Caesars Expands To Oklahoma With Tribal Operator Partnership
April 10, 2026

Caesars Expands To Oklahoma With Tribal Operator Partnership

Harrah's Oklahoma is open in Chandler The tribal casino is a joint partnership between the Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma and Caesars Entertainment Chandler marks Caesars Entertainment's first property in the Sooner State Caesars Entertainment has...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Here’s Why Northern Virginia Casino Bill Was Vetoed by Gov. Abigail Spanberger
April 10, 2026

Here’s Why Northern Virginia Casino Bill Was Vetoed by Gov. Abigail Spanberger

Virginia Gov. Spanberger has vetoed the Fairfax County casino bill The local government in the Northern Virginia county never asked for casino privileges On Thursday, April 9, Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) vetoed legislation that...

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Wisconsin Aims For ‘Equitable Model’ for Tribal Online Sports Betting
April 10, 2026

Wisconsin Aims For ‘Equitable Model’ for Tribal Online Sports Betting

Online sports betting is now legal in Wisconsin Online sportsbooks are reserved for tribal nations with Class III gaming compacts Gov. Evers wants to ensure that all tribes benefit from mobile sports gambling Wisconsin Gov....

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Detroit’s MotorCity Casino Hotel in $65 Million Renovation
April 9, 2026

Detroit’s MotorCity Casino Hotel in $65 Million Renovation

MotorCity Casino Hotel is beginning a $65 million update The bulk of the money will be spent on refreshing the property's hotel rooms and suites Billionaire Marian Ilitch owns the Detroit casino Detroit's MotorCity Casino...

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Trump Pitches “No Tax on Tips” in Vegas as Gamblers Query Deductions
April 9, 2026

Trump Pitches “No Tax on Tips” in Vegas as Gamblers Query Deductions

President Trump is set to visit Las Vegas on April 19 His visit comes a day after Tax Day Trump is expected to promote his No Tax on Tips policy President Donald Trump will travel...

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Atlantic City Casino Profits Drop in 2025 As Bally’s Posts Operating Loss
April 9, 2026

Atlantic City Casino Profits Drop in 2025 As Bally’s Posts Operating Loss

Atlantic City casino profits were down in 2025 Bally's reported a gross operating loss, causing further concern for the future of the Boardwalk resort Borgata maintained its dominance in the Atlantic City casino market Atlantic...

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Polymarket reports suspicious trading ahead of US-Iran ceasefire
April 9, 2026

Polymarket reports suspicious trading ahead of US-Iran ceasefire

Analysis by Dune illustrates potentially suspicious prediction market trading activity on Polymarket Ahead of Ceasefire  The CFTC says prediction markets bear the brunt of responsibility in detecting insider trading An analysis of publicly available blockchain...

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Pennsylvania Illegal Gambling Firms Agree $5M Closure And Forfeiture Deal
April 8, 2026

Pennsylvania Illegal Gambling Firms Agree $5M Closure And Forfeiture Deal

Pennsylvania has secured a $5 million forfeiture from two illegal gambling companies The enterprises have agreed to close in part of their plea deals AG Dave Sunday continues cracking down on illegal slots in the...

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Will Ohio Actually Rescind Online Sports Betting?
April 8, 2026

Will Ohio Actually Rescind Online Sports Betting?

Legislation introduced in Ohio threatens online sports betting The "Save Ohio Sports Act" faces long odds Ohio has a robust, highly profitable sports betting industry Sports betting in Ohio became legal in 2021 when Gov....

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North Carolina GOP Power Player Urges Casino Bill Rejection
April 8, 2026

North Carolina GOP Power Player Urges Casino Bill Rejection

Bob Luddy is asking lawmakers in North Carolina to reject casino campaign money The influential business owner is also asking lawmakers to fold on casino legislation A prominent Republican businessman in North Carolina is voicing...

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