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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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Casino Stocks Soar on Vaccine News, Dow and S&P Close at Record Highs

Casino stocks traded in the United States went along for the Wall Street ride today, as both the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) and S&P 500 closed at record highs. Vaccine optimism rallied US equity markets, as the Centers for Disease Control...

Devin O'Connor November 24, 2020
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Washington Man Identified, Charged in Murder of Girlfriend at Tulalip Resort Casino

A 35-year-old Washington man has been charged with domestic violence murder in the second degree for the October death of a 33-year-year woman outside the Tulalip Resort Casino. Prosecutors say Nomeneta Tauave got into a fight with his girlfriend Hana Letoi on...

Devin O'Connor November 24, 2020
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Joe Biden Filling Cabinet, Oddsmakers Offer Lines on Sens. Warren, Klobuchar Grabbing Spots

Joe Biden is beginning to reveal his nominations for his cabinet. Political bettors are placing their wagers as to who they think will be announced next. There are 21 cabinet positions, plus presumptive Vice President Kamala Harris. Other than Harris, all will...

Devin O'Connor November 24, 2020
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Las Vegas Strip October Casino Win Totals $375M, Best Month Since Pandemic Began

The Las Vegas Strip just had its best month since the COVID-19 pandemic began. But it comes as Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak (D) is implementing new coronavirus restrictions. Gross gaming revenue (GGR) on the Strip totaled $375.8 million in October, its largest...

Devin O'Connor November 24, 2020
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Atlantic City Casino Profits Down $89M in Third Quarter, Borgata Bears Brunt of Losses

Atlantic City's nine casino operators reported gross operating profit of $150.5 million in the third quarter, a 37 percent year-over-year decline. The standard metric of profitability, which represents earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and other expenses, shows the three-month period was yet...

Devin O'Connor November 23, 2020
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Yokohama IR Operator Selection Committee to Try and Win Back Las Vegas Sands

Yokohama officials say the first meeting of the city's IR Operator Selection Committee will take place on Nov. 30. The IR Operator Selection Committee will be tasked with reviewing request-for-concept (RFC) proposals and ensuring transparency, as Japan's second-largest city progresses with its...

Devin O'Connor November 23, 2020
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The Greenbrier and Golden Nugget Set West Virginia Partnership in Small Market

The Greenbrier, a historic luxury resort located in the Allegheny Mountains in White Sulphur Springs, W.Va, has reached yet another partnership with an internet gaming and sports betting platform. The Greenbrier announced today that it's teaming up with Golden Nugget Online Gaming...

Devin O'Connor November 23, 2020
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Las Vegas Recovery Dealt Setbacks with New Coronavirus Restrictions in Nevada and California

COVID-19 closures have dramatically affected the gaming economy. Apparently, the "house always wins" is not the case in 2020 for Las Vegas. Clark County casinos have seen gross gaming revenue (GGR) in 2020 drop 40 percent through three quarters. The Strip has...

Devin O'Connor November 23, 2020
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Wisconsin Man Claims $120M Mega Millions Jackpot, Immediately Quits Job

A Wisconsin man is heading into retirement after winning a $120 million Mega Millions jackpot in September. Adrian Tongson of Racine said he didn't realize he won the September 15 jackpot until several weeks after the draw. Tongson, who has been a...

Devin O'Connor November 22, 2020
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Singapore Prime Minister Issues Dire Outlook for City-State Casino Resorts

Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong says international travel is unlikely to return to pre-COVID-19 levels until at least 2022. That's not what Marina Bay Sands and Resorts World Sentosa -- the country's two integrated resort casinos -- want to hear. Lee...

Devin O'Connor November 22, 2020