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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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Fitch Forecasts Quicker Recovery for Regional Casino Markets Than Las Vegas, Singapore
November 26, 2020

Fitch Forecasts Quicker Recovery for Regional Casino Markets Than Las Vegas, Singapore

Fitch Ratings expects casino markets that rely on local visitation to recover quicker from the COVID-19 pandemic than tourism-reliant regions such as Las Vegas and Singapore. In a note issued this week by Alex Bumazhny,...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Steph Curry and Peyton Manning Favored Against Phil Mickelson and Charles Barkley in Charity Golf Match
November 26, 2020

Steph Curry and Peyton Manning Favored Against Phil Mickelson and Charles Barkley in Charity Golf Match

NBA superstar Steph Curry and future NFL Hall of Fame inductee Peyton Manning are the favorites in "The Match" charity golf event. Their opponents are five-time golf major winner Phil Mickelson and Basketball Hall of...

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Nevada Gaming Regulators Mulling Appeal of Steve Wynn Court Ruling
November 25, 2020

Nevada Gaming Regulators Mulling Appeal of Steve Wynn Court Ruling

The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) will consider whether to appeal a recent court ruling that found the state agency no longer has any jurisdiction over Steve Wynn. Last week, Clark County District Court Judge...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Former MGM Resorts CEO Jim Murren Named to Cirque du Soleil Board After Company Sold
November 25, 2020

Former MGM Resorts CEO Jim Murren Named to Cirque du Soleil Board After Company Sold

Cirque du Soleil is no longer in bankruptcy after creditors moved to take ownership of the Canada-headquartered circus operator. And with the takeover comes two new board members, one being former MGM Resorts CEO Jim...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority Moves Towards Monorail Ownership
November 25, 2020

Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority Moves Towards Monorail Ownership

A bankruptcy court judge has signed off on the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) taking ownership of the Strip's monorail system. US Bankruptcy Court Judge Natalie Cox this week approved of the government...

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Casino Stocks Soar on Vaccine News, Dow and S&P Close at Record Highs
November 24, 2020

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...

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

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...

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

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...

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

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...

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

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,...

Written by Devin O'Connor