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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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Rivers Casino Philadelphia to Remain Closed Through January 15
December 23, 2020

Rivers Casino Philadelphia to Remain Closed Through January 15

Rivers Casino Philadelphia will remain closed on city orders through at least January 15, as COVID-19 cases continue to rise in the City of Brotherly Love. The Philadelphia Department of Public Health says the casino,...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Penn National Opening Three Barstool Sportsbooks in Michigan and Indiana
December 22, 2020

Penn National Opening Three Barstool Sportsbooks in Michigan and Indiana

Penn National Gaming plans to open three Barstool Sportsbooks this week. The Pennsylvania-based casino operator said a Barstool Sportsbook will open tomorrow at its Greektown Casino Hotel in Detroit, Michigan. A Barstool Sportsbook will also...

Written by Devin O'Connor
San Diego Casinos Blamed for COVID-19 Spread, Tribal Leaders Reject Assertion
December 22, 2020

San Diego Casinos Blamed for COVID-19 Spread, Tribal Leaders Reject Assertion

Seven tribal casinos in San Diego County, California, are being criticized for allowing COVID-19 to spread throughout their gaming facilities. KPBS, a not-for-profit media organization owned by San Diego State University, says in a report...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Virginia Mobile Sports Betting to Commence in Early 2021
December 22, 2020

Virginia Mobile Sports Betting to Commence in Early 2021

Mobile sports betting in Virginia is expected to get underway in the early part of 2021, with more than a dozen interactive platforms taking wagers in the new year. The Virginia Lottery, which is tasked...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Nevada Gaming And School Support Tax Increase Petitions Move to State Legislature
December 22, 2020

Nevada Gaming And School Support Tax Increase Petitions Move to State Legislature

A petition to raise the Nevada gaming tax rate to 9.75 percent on casinos that generate at least $250,000 in monthly gross gaming revenue (GGR) is moving to the state legislature. A second initiative seeks...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Stormy Daniels Wants Your Help To Demolish President Trump’s Former Atlantic City Casino
December 21, 2020

Stormy Daniels Wants Your Help To Demolish President Trump’s Former Atlantic City Casino

Porn actress Stormy Daniels is asking her fans and social media followers to donate to a GoFundMe campaign to have her hit the implosion button on Trump Plaza in Atlantic City. The former casino resort...

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Three Companies Vying for Richmond Casino, City Mayor Learning From Previous Mistakes
December 21, 2020

Three Companies Vying for Richmond Casino, City Mayor Learning From Previous Mistakes

Richmond will hold a ballot referendum next November asking local voters if they wish to approve a single casino resort. Three companies have informed the city that they are interested in developing a casino resort...

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Gaming Analysts Predict License Extensions for Macau Casino Giants
December 21, 2020

Gaming Analysts Predict License Extensions for Macau Casino Giants

The six commercial casino operators in Macau are set to see their gaming concessions expire in June of 2022. However, gaming analysts believe expiry for the coveted permits could be extended. Recent notes from Morgan...

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Confusion Surrounds Detroit Casino Reopening Protocols, Capacity Limit Vague
December 21, 2020

Confusion Surrounds Detroit Casino Reopening Protocols, Capacity Limit Vague

UPDATE: Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Public Information Officer Lynn Sutfin says the 100 person indoor limit applies to casinos and includes employees. Law enforcement officers will enforce the capacity protocol.  Detroit casinos...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Casino Project Near M Resort South of Las Vegas Strip Moving Forward
December 20, 2020

Casino Project Near M Resort South of Las Vegas Strip Moving Forward

The M Resort is a go-to destination for Las Vegas locals and visitors alike who want a five-star experience, but without the hustle and bustle of the Strip. The M Resort is located eight miles...

Written by Devin O'Connor