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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

Steve Wynn Nevada Gaming Commission

Steve Wynn Wins Again, Nevada Court Says State Gaming Commission Overstepped Its Authority

Steve Wynn has secured another legal victory. This week, a judge ruled that the Nevada Gaming Commission overstepped its authority last year. Clark County District Court Judge Adriana Escobar has ruled that Wynn's resignation from his namesake company in February of 2018...

Devin O'Connor November 20, 2020
Massachusetts sports betting Patriots DraftKings

New England Patriots, Boston Red Sox Back Sports Betting, as State Senate Rejects Legalization

The New England Patriots and Boston Red Sox have both lent their support to their home state legalizing sports betting. Two of the most beloved franchises in US sports both believe regulated sports betting will create new jobs in Massachusetts, which are...

Devin O'Connor November 20, 2020
casino Thanksgiving meal donation

Casinos Making Sure Those in Need Have Thanksgiving Meals, as Americans Urged to Stay Home

Casinos are stepping up to the plate this most unusual Thanksgiving to make sure those in need have a proper feast. State governors across the nation, as well as the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, are urging Americans to avoid...

Devin O'Connor November 19, 2020
Trump Biden election odds

PredictIt Bettors Still Clinging to Hope for Payoff If Trump Refuses To Exit White House

President Donald Trump on Thursday said he has a "clear and viable path to victory" to stay in the White House for another four years. Now political novelty bettors are holding on to any shred of hope that they may get a...

Devin O'Connor November 19, 2020
Pennsylvania satellite casino Live! Pittsburgh

First Pennsylvania Satellite Casino Ready to Open Outside Pittsburgh

The first of five planned Pennsylvania satellite casinos will open next week outside Pittsburgh in Westmoreland County. The Cordish Companies is a Baltimore-based gaming, and hospitality firm. It spent $150 million to refurbish the former Bon-Ton department store at the Westmoreland Mall...

Devin O'Connor November 19, 2020
del Lago casino New York coronavirus

Del Lago Casino Delivers Host Town $1M Less Than Expected, Property Taxes Increase

Del Lago Resort & Casino in upstate New York will receive roughly $1 million fewer dollars from gaming this year. Local residents will be on the hook to make up the difference. Tyre, N.Y., is the host municipality for the $440 million...

Devin O'Connor November 19, 2020
Atlantic City casinos New Jersey Murphy

Atlantic City Casinos Staying Open Despite COVID-19 Spike

Atlantic City casinos are remaining open despite gaming properties in neighboring states being forced to close because of a jump in new COVID-19 cases. Last week, New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy (D) reimplemented coronavirus restrictions on indoor dining. As of November 12,...

Devin O'Connor November 18, 2020
Las Vegas teacher union gaming tax

Las Vegas Teachers Union Calls for Higher Nevada Gaming Tax to Fund Education

The Clark County Education Association (CCEA) wants to raise the Nevada gaming tax in order to better fund K-12 education. The CCEA is the main teachers union in Las Vegas. The CCEA has successfully obtained the necessary signatures to submit to the...

Devin O'Connor November 18, 2020
Illinois casinos JB Pritzker

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker Orders Casinos to Close in Latest COVID-19 Mitigation Directive

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker (D) is once again forcing the state's 10 commercial casinos to shut their doors because of a surge of new COVID-19 cases. Yesterday, the billionaire first-term governor announced the reimplementation of coronavirus restrictions. The new "Tier 3" mitigations,...

Devin O'Connor November 18, 2020
Crown Resorts junkets Sydney casino inquiry

Crown Resorts Ending VIP Junket Relationships, Will Only Work with Fully Licensed Operators

Crown Resorts is doubling down on its commitment to parting ways with controversial VIP junket groups at its three integrated resort casino properties in Australia. Crown disclosed today to investors that it's permanently disassociating from unlicensed gaming promoters. That comes nearly two...

Devin O'Connor November 17, 2020