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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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7576 stories by Devin O'Connor

Sands China Macau wellbeing Big Health

Sands China Will Promote Wellness and ‘Big Health’ at Macau Casino Resorts

Sands China is bringing more wellness draws to its Macau casinos Sands China runs five resorts in China's Macau Sands China is investing billions in nongaming attractions Sands China, a majority-owned subsidiary of Las Vegas Sands that conducts business in Macau, says...

Devin O'Connor May 12, 2025
New Hampshire casinos charitable gaming

New Hampshire Lawmakers Consider Charitable Gaming Expansion Via Slots

New Hampshire doesn't have traditional casinos Casinos in the state benefit charities Slots are prohibited, but that could soon change The 14 casinos in New Hampshire that benefit charitable organizations could soon possess the legal right to swap out their historical horse...

Devin O'Connor May 12, 2025
Draymond Green point spread Warriors Timberwolves

Did Draymond Green Reference Golden State Point Spread in NBA Playoffs Game?

NBA fans think Draymond Green referenced the point spread Saturday night The Warriors were down eight when Green seemingly told his teammates the spread was 5.5 points A last-moment three-pointer finished the game 102-97 Draymond Green didn't have a good night during...

Devin O'Connor May 11, 2025
Atlantic City casino industry gaming revenue

Atlantic City Casino Report Highlights Brick-and-Mortar Concerns Amid NYC Threat

Atlantic City casinos will face new competition in the coming years by way of New York City In-person play in Atlantic City has remained relatively flat in recent years Atlantic City continues to provide many economic benefits in South Jersey All nine...

Devin O'Connor May 11, 2025
Grand Sierra Resort arena Meruelo

Grand Sierra Secures Property Tax Reimbursements for $435 Million Reno Arena

Reno city officials have agreed to return property taxes for an indoor sports arena The $435 million sports facility will be built at the Grand Sierra Resort The arena will become home to the University of Nevada, Reno's men's basketball team Billionaire...

Devin O'Connor May 11, 2025
James Packer Beverly Hills home Crown Resorts

James Packer Sells Beverly Hills Compound for $60 Million, Moves Near Mar-a-Lago

James Packer has sold his Beverly Hills estate for $60 million Packer, the founder of Crown Resorts, bought the property in 2018 for $63.8 million Packer was previously engaged to Mariah Carey Billionaire James Packer, the founder and former chairman and CEO...

Devin O'Connor May 2, 2025
Fanatics Casino Sportsbook iGaming

Fanatics Casino Standalone iGaming App Launches in Four States

Fanatics Casino is live online in four states The iGaming app can be accessed in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia A web-based version is coming next week Fanatics Betting and Gaming, the sportsbook unit of the sports apparel merchandiser and...

Devin O'Connor May 2, 2025
Hard Rock Casino Biloxi

Hard Rock Hotel Casino Biloxi Sued Over Allegedly Faulty Slot Chair

Hard Rock Biloxi has been sued on allegations that it failed to provide a safe casino A man claims he suffered injuries after falling from a faulty slot chair Hard Rock has yet to respond to the complaint Hard Rock Hotel &...

Devin O'Connor May 2, 2025
Kentucky Powerball lottery winners

Kentucky Powerball Winners Waste No Time Redeeming $167.3 Million Jackpot

The April 26 Powerball drawing jackpot hit in Kentucky The winners came forward two days later They now must choose between a pretax $167.3 million paid out over 29 years or a cash option of $77.3 million The lucky winners of the...

Devin O'Connor May 2, 2025
Macau casino revenue China

Macau Mass Market Helps April Casino Revenue Outpace Expectations

Macau gaming revenue totaled $2.36 billion in April Macau and China are facing economic concerns Macau is the world's richest casino market The Macau gaming industry topped analyst expectations in April. Macau's Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau reported Thursday that April's gaming...

Devin O'Connor May 1, 2025