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Devin O'Connor

Devin O'Connor is a senior reporter for Casino.org, covering politics, casino business, and gaming news.

Devin came on board with Casino.org in 2014. He lives in Arlington, Va.

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Cordish Companies to Open Second Pennsylvania Casino During Pandemic
January 7, 2021

Cordish Companies to Open Second Pennsylvania Casino During Pandemic

The Cordish Companies is inching closer to opening its second casino in Pennsylvania. The Maryland-based hospitality and gaming group opened Live! Casino Pittsburgh on November 24. On January 19, Live! Casino Hotel Philadelphia will welcome...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Massachusetts Sports Betting, Third Resort Casino Omitted from Stimulus Bill
January 7, 2021

Massachusetts Sports Betting, Third Resort Casino Omitted from Stimulus Bill

Massachusetts lawmakers moved an economic development bill through the Legislature this week, but it did not include sports betting. The omnibus also did not encourage state gaming regulators to consider a third integrated resort casino....

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Connecticut Casinos Report Substantial Gaming Revenue Declines in Fiscal Year 2020
January 6, 2021

Connecticut Casinos Report Substantial Gaming Revenue Declines in Fiscal Year 2020

As expected, the two Native American casinos in Connecticut reported dismal financial years as a consequence of COVID-19. Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods, in their fiscal year 2020 reports, revealed just how bad regional travel bans...

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Lottery Fever Returns, Mega Millions and Powerball Jackpots Total $900M
January 6, 2021

Lottery Fever Returns, Mega Millions and Powerball Jackpots Total $900M

Mega Millions and Powerball endured a difficult 2020 because of COVID-19. But the games are roaring back, the two jackpots collectively worth an estimated $900 million. No one hit the Mega Millions jackpot last night....

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Las Vegas Unemployment Rate Highest Among Major US Cities
January 6, 2021

Las Vegas Unemployment Rate Highest Among Major US Cities

The US Bureau of Labor Statistics says the Las Vegas metro area has the highest unemployment rate of America's largest 51 cities. The Las Vegas metered-market -- which includes Henderson and Paradise -- has an...

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Las Vegas Expected to Pitch NBA Regarding Expansion Franchise
January 5, 2021

Las Vegas Expected to Pitch NBA Regarding Expansion Franchise

Las Vegas was once shunned by the Big Four professional sports organizations. But in the coming years, three of the leagues could have a home team in the gambling capital. COVID-19 in 2020 severely damaged...

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Macau Welcomes Over 30K Visitors on New Year’s Eve, But Entry Restrictions Return
January 5, 2021

Macau Welcomes Over 30K Visitors on New Year’s Eve, But Entry Restrictions Return

Macau welcomed more than 30,000 visitors into the Chinese Special Administrative Region (SAR) for the Near Year's Eve holiday. It's the highest daily tally for entries in almost a year. The Macau Government Tourism Office...

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Penn National Gaming Donates $1M to Barstool Fund Supporting Small Businesses
January 5, 2021

Penn National Gaming Donates $1M to Barstool Fund Supporting Small Businesses

Penn National Gaming, the largest regional casino operator in the United States, has committed $1 million to the Barstool Fund. The Barstool Fund supports small businesses that are struggling during state-ordered COVID-19 restrictions. Barstool Sports...

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Decision Day in Georgia: Political Bettors Predict Republicans Retain Senate Control
January 5, 2021

Decision Day in Georgia: Political Bettors Predict Republicans Retain Senate Control

It's decision day in Georgia, as voters in the Peach State head to the polls to decide who will be their two Senators in DC. The outcome will determine the balance of power in Congress....

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Hard Rock International Reportedly Interested in Sands’ Venetian and Palazzo
January 4, 2021

Hard Rock International Reportedly Interested in Sands’ Venetian and Palazzo

Hard Rock International, the gaming and hospitality company owned by the Seminole Tribe of Florida, is reportedly interested in buying one or two casinos on the Las Vegas Strip. In October, the rumor mill began...

Written by Devin O'Connor