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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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7722 stories by Devin O'Connor

Cedar Rapids casino Iowa Linn County

Cedar Rapids Casino Secures Key Ruling, $275 Million Project Details Opening

An Iowa judge has ruled that a 2021 gaming referendum in Linn County was valid The ruling is key to Cedar Crossing Casino continuing construction The casino is slated to open by the end of 20026 Cedar Crossing Casino & Entertainment Center,...

Devin O'Connor June 19, 2025
New Jersey Phil Murphy Atlantic City New York

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy Says Atlantic City ‘Humming,’ Commits to Keeping Gaming Money in Garden State

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy could be open to allowing casinos outside of Atlantic City Three downstate New York casinos will open in the coming years The New York properties threaten Atlantic City and New Jersey's gaming industry New Jersey Gov. Phil...

Devin O'Connor June 19, 2025
Pennsylvania gaming revenue GGR casino

Pennsylvania Gaming Revenue Sets Monthly Record as Gamblers Lose More Than $601 Million

Pennsylvania gaming revenue hit a record high in May 2025 Gamblers in the Keystone State lost $601.8 million last month iGaming continues to experience growth Pennsylvania gaming revenue reached a new monthly high in May as gamblers lost a record amount of...

Devin O'Connor June 19, 2025
Elaine Wynn estate family trust

Elaine Wynn, Co-Founder of Wynn Resorts, Leaves $2 Billion Estate to Family Trust

Elaine Wynn left her estate to a family trust While the executors have been named, the beneficiaries have not The future of Wynn's stock in Wynn Resorts lingers Elaine Wynn died on April 15 at the age of 82. The heir to...

Devin O'Connor June 19, 2025
Two Kings Casino Resort Catawba Nation North Carolina

Catawba Two Kings Casino in North Carolina Details Opening Timeline

The Catawba Nation continues construction of its casino resort in North Carolina Two Kings Casino Resort is being built in Kings Mountain, NC The permanent casino is slated to open in the spring of 2027 The permanent Two Kings Casino Resort continues...

Devin O'Connor June 19, 2025
New York sweepstakes casino sweeps ban

Online Sweepstakes Ban Passes in a New York Minute, Bill Awaits Gov. Hochul’s Signature

New York lawmakers have passed legislation to ban sweepstakes sites Lawmakers say such online platforms violate the state's gaming laws New York joins a slew of states cracking down on sweeps New York lawmakers wasted no time in following State Attorney General...

Devin O'Connor June 18, 2025
Gaming and Leisure Properties iGaming casino landlord

Casino Real Estate Trust Gaming and Leisure Properties Joins iGaming Opposition

A casino landlord has joined a group opposing iGaming Gaming and Leisure Properties owns 68 casinos across the United States The National Association Against iGaming opposes online gambling aside from sports betting Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc. (GLPI), the real estate investment...

Devin O'Connor June 18, 2025
penny slot jackpot Kickapoo Lucky Eagle

Penny Slot Delivers Man $1.25 Million Jackpot Win on Father’s Day

A Texas man won big at the Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino on Father's Day The penny slot paid out more than $1.2 million The man's bet was just $4 A lucky gambler playing a penny slot machine at the Kickapoo Lucky Eagle...

Devin O'Connor June 18, 2025
Virginia casino revenue Caesars GGR

Virginia Casino Revenue Reaches Record High in May as Market Takes Hold

Virginia casino revenue hit a record high in May 2025 Rivers Portsmouth and Hard Rock Bristol reported record months Caesars Virginia remained the top-grossing casino Virginia casino revenue hit a record high in May as gamblers lost $85.4 million to the state's...

Devin O'Connor June 18, 2025
Massachusetts online casino iGaming bill

Massachusetts Online Casino Bill Slated for Consumer Protection Committee Hearing

iGaming is being considered in Massachusetts A hearing on legislation to authorize online casinos is set for next week Massachusetts is currently home to three casinos and online sports betting Legislation in Massachusetts to authorize, regulate, and tax online casino gambling will...

Devin O'Connor June 17, 2025