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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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7892 stories by Devin O'Connor

Rosie's Gaming Virginia casino HHR

Rosie’s Gaming Emporium Pitches Dumfries, Virginia $389M Casino Resort

The parent company to Rosie's Gaming Emporium historical horse racing (HHR) parlors is pitching Dumfries, Va., a deal it seemingly cannot refuse. The new deal includes a $389 million development project. This week, Colonial Downs, which owns the Colonial Downs Racetrack, as...

Devin O'Connor February 16, 2021
casino industry pent-up demand Derek Stevens

Casino Business Talking Points: Pent-Up Demand Will Fuel New ‘Roaring Twenties’

Casino executives and gaming industry leaders continue to forecast a strong recovery, primarily due to pent-up demand. The frequent talking points from gaming industry brass recently target a new "Roaring Twenties." Wynn Resorts CEO Matt Maddox was first to link the current...

Devin O'Connor February 15, 2021
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Trump Family Seeks to Regain Power Following Acquittal, Bettors Back Lara Trump

As political bettors forecast, former President Donald Trump was acquitted in the Senate on the lone impeachment charge brought by the House. With his second impeachment behind him, Trump and his family are reportedly prepping to regain some sort of political power....

Devin O'Connor February 15, 2021
City of Dreams Mediterranean Cyprus Melco Resorts

City of Dreams Mediterranean Opening Delayed Until 2022

The opening of City of Dreams Mediterranean has been pushed back until 2022 because of construction impacts caused by COVID-19. Set to become Europe's largest casino resort, the Financial Mirror reports that City of Dreams Mediterranean parent company Melco Resorts has confirmed...

Devin O'Connor February 15, 2021
Osaka Japan integrated resort casino IR

Osaka Concedes Integrated Resort Time Line a Mystery, No Target Date for Casino Opening

Osaka, one of the leading candidate cities for one of Japan's three casinos, says there is no set time line for the development and opening of the integrated resort (IR). When Japan's National Diet passed its Basic Policy on commercial gambling in...

Devin O'Connor February 13, 2021
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Gila River Indian Community Announces Major Expansion Project at Wild Horse Pass

The Gila River Indian Community has announced plans to greatly expand the Wild Horse Pass casino resort's footprint south of Phoenix. A project that the tribal group says will take more than a decade, the Gila River Indian Community reveals that it...

Devin O'Connor February 13, 2021
Alabama casino lottery Del Marsh

Alabama Senate Begins Casino and Lottery Discussion, Bill Has Bipartisan Support

The Alabama Senate this week began discussions regarding legislation that would legalize slot machines, table games, sports betting, and a state-run lottery. State Sen. Del Marsh's (R-Talladega) gaming package seeks to allow the Poarch Band of Creek Indians' expansion. Currently, they have...

Devin O'Connor February 12, 2021
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New Hampshire Man Tried to Sell Gamblers Meth at Encore Boston Harbor Casino

A man from New Hampshire has been arrested and charged with trying to sell methamphetamine inside the Encore Boston Harbor casino resort in Everett, Ma. The Office of Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey announced that Matthew Gorman, 32, has been indicted by...

Devin O'Connor February 11, 2021
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Bally’s Atlantic City Casino Floor to Close for 30 Hours Beginning February 16

Bally's Atlantic City will suspend its casino operations for 30 hours beginning next Tuesday, Feb. 16. The casino is going dark next week in order for the new company to switch over information technology systems to its networks. Caesars Entertainment sold the...

Devin O'Connor February 11, 2021
Resorts World Sentosa Singapore China casino

Resorts World Sentosa in Singapore Believes Many Chinese High Rollers Gone for Good

The parent company of Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) expects China's crackdown on cross-border gambling to impact its casino operations. China President Xi Jinping has directed law enforcement agencies across the People's Republic to better prevent mainlanders from traveling overseas to gamble. China...

Devin O'Connor February 10, 2021