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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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South Point Owner Michael Gaughan Predicts Las Vegas Return to Normalcy in 2022
October 19, 2020

South Point Owner Michael Gaughan Predicts Las Vegas Return to Normalcy in 2022

South Point casino resort owner Michael Gaughan doesn't believe Las Vegas will return to its pre-COVID-19 normalcy until 2022. Gaughan says he can't imagine things being any direr for Southern Nevada. But the businessman hopes...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Yokohama Mayor Fumiko Hayashi Will Respect Public Opposition to Casino Resort
October 19, 2020

Yokohama Mayor Fumiko Hayashi Will Respect Public Opposition to Casino Resort

Yokohama Mayor Fumiko Hayashi says she plans to respect the will of the people should they vote to oppose allowing a casino resort in the city. Yokohama is one of four Japanese cities that have...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Greyhound Resumes Direct Bus Service From New York City to Atlantic City
October 19, 2020

Greyhound Resumes Direct Bus Service From New York City to Atlantic City

After 217 days with the route shuttered, Greyhound Lines is restoring its "Lucky Streak" direct service route to and from New York City's Port Authority to Atlantic City casinos on the Boardwalk. Greyhound suspended the...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Brazil Senator Seeks Gambling Legalization, Casino Support Escalating
October 17, 2020

Brazil Senator Seeks Gambling Legalization, Casino Support Escalating

Another lawmaker in Brazil wants the country to legalize commercial gambling. When the National Congress resumes normal lawmaking procedures once COVID-19 is better contained, Senator Angelo Coronel (PSD-Bahia) says he will introduce legislation to bring...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Bipartisan Federal Legislation Seeking to Assist Gaming and Tourism Industries Introduced
October 16, 2020

Bipartisan Federal Legislation Seeking to Assist Gaming and Tourism Industries Introduced

The gaming industry has been one of the hardest-hit sectors by COVID-19, prompting two US Senators to introduce legislation this week that seeks to assist in its recovery. The Bureau of Labor Statistics groups casinos...

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Massachusetts Casinos Win $70M in September, Revenue Down 12 Percent
October 16, 2020

Massachusetts Casinos Win $70M in September, Revenue Down 12 Percent

Massachusetts casinos performed well during their second full month back in operation, the three properties collectively winning $70.5 million in September. Despite being restricted to 49 percent of their total gaming positions, the casinos won...

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Adelsons Give President Campaign $75M, But Biden Raises $383M, Trump $248M in September
October 16, 2020

Adelsons Give President Campaign $75M, But Biden Raises $383M, Trump $248M in September

Former Vice President Joe Biden's 2020 presidential campaign raked in $383 million last month, easily topping the president's $247.8 million haul. Fundraising disclosures from the Biden campaign and Democratic National Committee revealed that $383 million...

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Caesars Entertainment Restoring Parking Fees at Las Vegas Strip Properties
October 15, 2020

Caesars Entertainment Restoring Parking Fees at Las Vegas Strip Properties

Caesars Entertainment is restoring parking fees for some guests at its Las Vegas Strip resorts. The casino operator says the decision will better serve its guests. In an effort to lure back visitors, Caesars announced...

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China Mulling Legal Action Against Foreign Casinos Targeting Mainland High Rollers
October 13, 2020

China Mulling Legal Action Against Foreign Casinos Targeting Mainland High Rollers

The People's Republic of China is continuing its crusade to stop international casino resorts from marketing and catering to its wealthiest citizens. The Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (NPC) is reviewing a law...

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Odds Long Feds Will Provide Gaming Industry Further COVID-19 Relief
October 13, 2020

Odds Long Feds Will Provide Gaming Industry Further COVID-19 Relief

The United States government isn't expected to provide the gaming industry with further COVID-19 financial assistance and relief until after the November election. Politics are getting in the way of helping casinos and other businesses...

Written by Devin O'Connor