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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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7579 stories by Devin O'Connor

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Circa Sports Expands Retail Sportsbook Footprint in Southern Nevada

Circa Sports in Nevada is venturing outside of downtown Las Vegas. This week, Circa Sports is adding a fourth retail location by way of the Tuscany Suites and Casino. The sportsbook brand created by downtown Las Vegas visionary Derek Stevens is currently...

Devin O'Connor March 15, 2021
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Mega Millions $1.5B Win in 2018 Sees Another Scandal Emerge

A $1.5 billion Mega Millions jackpot won in 2018 is linked to yet another legal dispute.   A South Carolina woman who opted to remain anonymous won $1.537 billion during a Mega Millions draw in October of 2018. She claimed the record-setting...

Devin O'Connor March 15, 2021
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$1B Mega Millions Jackpot Won by ‘Wolverine Lottery Club’

The more than $1 billion Mega Millions jackpot won in January has been claimed by four men in Michigan who say they are in a lottery club. On January 22, the interstate lottery game came with a jackpot of $1.05 billion. A...

Devin O'Connor March 12, 2021
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New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo Not Going Anywhere, Political Bettors Say

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) is facing yet another allegation of sexual misconduct, prompting more calls for his resignation. But political bettors say the embattled Democrat won't go anytime soon. Six women have now brought allegations against the 63-year-old governor, claiming...

Devin O'Connor March 12, 2021
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Louisiana Casino Developers Behind $250M Resort Try to Woo Over Locals

Developers of a proposed $250 million casino resort in St. Tammany Parish near New Orleans met with area locals this week to gauge their support. The goal is to try to win over those who aren't too keen on gambling. Peninsula Pacific...

Devin O'Connor March 12, 2021
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China’s National People’s Congress Backs IVS E-Visa Resumption, Key To Macau

China's National People's Congress has voiced its support for the resumption of e-visa applications for the Individual Visit Scheme (IVS). Macau's near-term economic recovery greatly relies on the travel program's restart. Macau's multibillion-dollar casino resorts are responsible for the Chinese Special Administrative...

Devin O'Connor March 12, 2021
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Imperial Palace Casino Appointed Receiver by US District Court in Saipan

The holdings company of the Imperial Palace casino resort in Saipan has been appointed as a receiver by a US district court. The United States District Court for the Northern Mariana Islands has assigned Imperial Pacific International (IPI), the parent organization of...

Devin O'Connor March 11, 2021
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Macau Optimistic Regarding China’s ‘International Travel Heath Certificate’

Tourism officials in Macau are optimistic regarding China forming a health passport program to allow mainland residents who have been vaccinated to travel internationally.  The People's Republic of China recently announced the creation of an "international travel health certificate." The program permits...

Devin O'Connor March 11, 2021
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Idaho Lottery Ending Powerball Membership, Cites Foreign Participation

The Idaho Lottery is leaving Powerball after participating for nearly 30 years. State officials explained that the game's plans to expand internationally prompted its exit.  Powerball is currently played in 45 states, DC, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands. But in...

Devin O'Connor March 11, 2021
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Las Vegas Strip to Run on Dunkin’, as Donut Company Joins Chains on Casino Drag

Dunkin', formerly known as Dunkin' Donuts, is taking not one, but two bites out of the Las Vegas Strip. The multinational coffee and donut company announced this week that it will build two Dunkin' locations in the heart of the US gaming...

Devin O'Connor March 10, 2021