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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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7955 stories by Devin O'Connor

Brooks Koepka golf odds

Despite Recent Knee Injury, Brooks Koepka Favored at Honda Classic

Brooks Koepka has been golf's most dominant player in recent years. But after suffering a knee injury and undergoing a painful stem-cell injection, the 29-year-old admits he's "nowhere near 100 percent." Regardless, oddsmakers have him as the favorite this week at The...

Devin O'Connor February 26, 2020
British Columbia casino union

British Columbia Labor Union Says Casino Workers Remain Exposed to Organized Crime Syndicates

British Columbia's largest labor union says its members who work inside casinos remain exposed to criminal syndicates that are attempting to launder money. Stephanie Smith, president of the British Columbia Government and Service Employees' Union (BCGEU), told the commission investigating money laundering...

Devin O'Connor February 26, 2020
Andrew Cuomo New York casino

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo Has No Plans to Expand Casino Operations Downstate

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) remains opposed to expanding gambling operations at the two downstate racinos – Resorts World New York City and Empire City Casino. The two racinos, which are only permitted to offer video lottery terminals that resemble slot...

Devin O'Connor February 25, 2020
NFL Draft odds Joe Burrow hands

NFL Draft Odds: Could Bengals Bypass Joe Burrow Due to Small Hands Measurement?

The NFL Draft begins April 23 from Las Vegas' famed Bellagio Fountains, and while Heisman Trophy winner Joe Burrow is highly anticipated to be selected as the No. 1 overall pick, one of his physical attributes could cause a bit of hesitation...

Devin O'Connor February 24, 2020
Crown Resorts scandal James Packer

Crown Resorts Inquiry: Casino Operator Authorized Wire Transfer to Drug Trafficker

Crown Resorts remains under investigation in New South Wales (NSW) regarding its suitability to hold a casino license in the state. Damaging revelations regarding the company's facilitating of a wire transfer to a known drug trafficker won't help its odds of retaining...

Devin O'Connor February 23, 2020
UNLV San Manuel tribal gaming

UNLV Hospitality, Law Schools Receive $9M Donation from San Manuel Indians for Tribal Gaming Studies

The UNLV hospitality and law schools have received a $9 million donation from the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians to further education in the areas of tribal gaming operations and law. The university says it's San Manuel's largest out-of-state philanthropic gift...

Devin O'Connor February 23, 2020
NASCAR odds Las Vegas Pennzoil 400

Pennzoil 400 NASCAR Race Revs Up Las Vegas Economy, Generates $166M Impact

The Pennzoil 400 NASCAR race held this weekend at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway generates a substantial impact on the local economy. Research from the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) reveals last year's race delivered a roughly $166 million economic...

Devin O'Connor February 22, 2020
Nevada caucus Bernie Sanders Trump

Nevada Caucus: Odds Strongly Favor Sen. Bernie Sanders, Russia Reportedly Again Meddling

The Nevada caucuses are held today at polling centers across the state, and political bettors are predicting that Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders easily wins the majority of the 23 Democratic delegates up for grabs. On the political betting exchange PredictIt, Sanders' shares...

Devin O'Connor February 22, 2020
Pennsylvania gaming skill-based machines

Pennsylvania Gaming Regulators Say Skill-Based Machines Are Illegal, Petition to Join Lawsuit

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) is seeking to join a lawsuit against a skill-based gaming company that manufacturers what the agency believes are illegal gambling devices. Attorneys representing Greenwood Gaming and Entertainment, the parent company to the Parx Casino outside Philadelphia...

Devin O'Connor February 21, 2020
Colorado casinos betting limit

Colorado Casino Betting Limit Could Be Removed, Ballot Initiative Pushed for 2020 Election

Colorado casinos currently bar gamblers from risking more than $100 on a single bet. But that could change should an initiative pass that would do away with max wagers. Initiative 257, introduced by Fifth Judicial District Attorney Bruce Brown and Colorado Senate...

Devin O'Connor February 20, 2020