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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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Phil Hellmuth Wins Record 16th World Series of Poker Bracelet
October 18, 2021

Phil Hellmuth Wins Record 16th World Series of Poker Bracelet

Poker legend Phil Hellmuth has further cemented his place in the game's history by winning his record 16th World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet. Hellmuth late last night won the 31st event of the 2021...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Atlantic City Casinos Best September 2019, Sportsbooks Set $1B Handle Record
October 18, 2021

Atlantic City Casinos Best September 2019, Sportsbooks Set $1B Handle Record

Atlantic City casinos capped off the end of the summer and beginning of fall in grand fashion. The nine brick-and-mortar casino floors combined last month to win more than $248.5 million in gross gaming revenue...

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Navajo Casinos Could Go Smoke-Free, as Tribal Council Mulls Clean Air Legislation
October 18, 2021

Navajo Casinos Could Go Smoke-Free, as Tribal Council Mulls Clean Air Legislation

Navajo Nation casinos in Arizona and New Mexico could become permanently free of indoor tobacco smoke. The Navajo Nation owns and operates four tribal casinos. While indoor smoking is temporarily suspended at each gaming property,...

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Palms Las Vegas Casino to Focus on Locals, Forthcoming Owner Reveals
October 18, 2021

Palms Las Vegas Casino to Focus on Locals, Forthcoming Owner Reveals

The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians haven't yet fully taken ownership of the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas. But the tribe based in Southern California is already divulging its future plans for the...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Foxwoods Casino Betting on Campers, Unveils RV Resort Plan
October 18, 2021

Foxwoods Casino Betting on Campers, Unveils RV Resort Plan

Foxwoods Resort Casino wants to further expand its entertainment and business complex in Mashantucket, Ct., by way of a sprawling recreational campground. Foxwoods recently announced its plans to construct a high-end, resort-like campground with Blue...

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Crown Melbourne Suitability Report Remaining Private, as State Reviews Recommendation
October 16, 2021

Crown Melbourne Suitability Report Remaining Private, as State Reviews Recommendation

Is Crown Melbourne suitable to continue operating a casino in the Australian state of Victoria? That's the question former federal judge Ray Finkelstein answered in his recommendation to the Victorian government. But his advice will...

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Larry Ellison Keeps Buying Lake Tahoe Property, Latest Acquisition Hyatt Regency
October 15, 2021

Larry Ellison Keeps Buying Lake Tahoe Property, Latest Acquisition Hyatt Regency

Oracle billionaire founder Larry Ellison continues to purchase Lake Tahoe resorts. The Oracle founder's latest purchase is the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe. The man worth an estimated $125 billion recently acquired the Lake Tahoe non-gaming...

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Michigan Online Casinos Set Monthly Revenue Record, Win $102M in September
October 15, 2021

Michigan Online Casinos Set Monthly Revenue Record, Win $102M in September

Michigan online gaming revenue totaled $102.4 million in September, the state's all-time highest monthly haul. The first legal bet was wagered online in Michigan in January. Gross gaming revenue (GGR) from online casino sites last...

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Little Caesars Pizza Empire Acquiring Half of Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City
October 15, 2021

Little Caesars Pizza Empire Acquiring Half of Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City

Ilitch Holdings, the parent company of Little Caesars, is the newest owner in the Atlantic City gaming industry. Yesterday, the New Jersey Casino Control Commission (CCC) approved Ilitch Holdings acquiring up to 50 percent ownership...

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Crown Resorts Suitability Determination for Melbourne Casino Hours Away
October 14, 2021

Crown Resorts Suitability Determination for Melbourne Casino Hours Away

Crown Resorts is expected to learn Friday, Oct. 15 whether its gaming license, needed to operate its Victoria, Australia casino, will be revoked. Crown Melbourne opened nearly a quarter-century ago in May of 1997. The...

Written by Devin O'Connor