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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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Former Casino Exec Gamal Aziz Guilty in Varsity Blues Scandal
October 8, 2021

Former Casino Exec Gamal Aziz Guilty in Varsity Blues Scandal

Former casino executive Gamal "Aziz" Abdelaziz has been found guilty by a federal jury in Boston for his role in the Operation Varsity Blues college admissions scandal. His career includes C-level stints at Caesars Entertainment,...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Steve Wynn Again Lists Beverly Hills Mansion, Price Increased to $115M
October 8, 2021

Steve Wynn Again Lists Beverly Hills Mansion, Price Increased to $115M

Former casino mogul Steve Wynn is once again trying to unload one of the most lavish and expansive mansions in Beverly Hills. The 79-year-old billionaire purchased the estate, located in the 1200 block of Benedict...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Macau Zero COVID-19 Policy Will Remain Until 80 Percent of Population Vaccinated
October 8, 2021

Macau Zero COVID-19 Policy Will Remain Until 80 Percent of Population Vaccinated

Macau health officials said this week that the zero COVID-19 policy will remain in place until 80 percent of the population is fully vaccinated. The policy requires immediate government reaction to even a single new...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Station Casinos Gains Clark County Approval for Durango Project, Resort Name Unveiled
October 7, 2021

Station Casinos Gains Clark County Approval for Durango Project, Resort Name Unveiled

Station Casinos cleared a major hurdle yesterday for its casino resort plan in the southwestern part of the Las Vegas Valley. It received development approval from the Clark County Commission. Station's Durango project, as it's...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Sen. Tim Kaine Votes Against $565M Richmond Casino Ballot Question
October 7, 2021

Sen. Tim Kaine Votes Against $565M Richmond Casino Ballot Question

United States Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Virginia) voted "No" on the local ballot referendum before voters in Richmond, Va., asking if they support allowing one casino resort to come to the capital area. Kaine is a...

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Bryson DeChambeau vs. Brooks Koepka Match Odds Largely Unavailable
October 6, 2021

Bryson DeChambeau vs. Brooks Koepka Match Odds Largely Unavailable

Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka's seemingly made-for-TV feud is finally coming to the small screen the day after Thanksgiving on Nov. 26. Yesterday, the fifth installment of "Capital One's The Match" was announced. DeChambeau and...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Martha Stewart Restaurant at Paris Las Vegas in Works at Former Martorano’s
October 6, 2021

Martha Stewart Restaurant at Paris Las Vegas in Works at Former Martorano’s

Martha Stewart is rumored to be setting up a home in Las Vegas, and she's inviting you to be her guest. Although not officially confirmed, the celebrity lifestyle expert is likely on her way to...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Smoke-Free Casino Advocates Make Their Presence Known at Global Gaming Expo
October 6, 2021

Smoke-Free Casino Advocates Make Their Presence Known at Global Gaming Expo

Nevada is one of 10 states where gamblers inside a commercial casino can smoke freely across the gaming floor. Anti-smoking advocates say change is long overdue. The gaming industry has gathered in Las Vegas this...

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Japan Casino Committee Seeks Additional Funds From Central Government
October 6, 2021

Japan Casino Committee Seeks Additional Funds From Central Government

The five-member Japan Casino Regulatory Commission (CRC) has informed the country's central government that the funds set aside for its operations are inadequate. The CRC will be tasked with governing operations of casino resorts that...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Ohio Lottery Vaxx Program Expands to Children, $2M in Tuition Money Available
October 1, 2021

Ohio Lottery Vaxx Program Expands to Children, $2M in Tuition Money Available

The Ohio Lottery continues to be used by the state government to try and convince residents into receiving vaccinations against COVID-19. Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine (R) last month announced a college scholarship program eligible to...

Written by Devin O'Connor