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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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7579 stories by Devin O'Connor

NASCAR betting race odds

NASCAR Betting Races to Full-Throttle Return, Sunday Handle Doubles Typical Cup Event

The 2020 NASCAR Cup Series returned to action Sunday for the first time since the schedule was put on hold by the coronavirus following the FanShield 500 in Phoenix back on March 8. The Real Heroes 400 held at Darlington Raceway in...

Devin O'Connor May 19, 2020
Las Vegas Sands Fortune 500

Las Vegas Sands Top Integrated Resorts Company in US, Four Casino Operators Land on Fortune 500

Las Vegas Sands has once again been named to the Fortune 500 list, which was released yesterday by the financial business magazine. The Fortune 500 ranks the largest companies in the United States by total revenue based on their latest fiscal years....

Devin O'Connor May 18, 2020
Macau casinos DICJ director Ho

Macau Announces New Director of Gaming Bureau, Will Guide Enclave Through 2022 Tender Process

The Macau government has named Adriano Marques Ho as the next director of the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ). Ho will replace Paulo Martins Chan as the chief gaming regulator of the world's richest gambling hub on June 10. The appointment...

Devin O'Connor May 18, 2020
skins game coronavirus Rory McIlroy

Sunday Golf Skins Game Provided Sports Fans Much-Needed Relief, McIlroy Clutch in Sudden Death

The TaylorMade Driving Relief charity skins game on Sunday was the first live golf broadcast since the first round of The Players Championship March 12. That was the game's so-called "Fifth Major" that was canceled prior to Round 2 by COVID-19. World...

Devin O'Connor May 18, 2020
California casinos tribes Gavin Newsom

California Casinos Asked by Gov. Gavin Newsom to Reconsider Reopening Plans

California casinos owned by Native American tribes are planning to reopen their gaming spaces in the coming weeks, something Governor Gavin Newsom (D) is requesting they postpone. California is home to tribal casinos and commercial card clubs. The Native American facilities aren't...

Devin O'Connor May 17, 2020
AGA sports betting PASPA

AGA President Bill Miller Calls on Media to Stop Referencing Unregulated Offshore Sportsbooks

American Gaming Association (AGA) President and CEO Bill Miller is urging media outlets covering the evolving sports betting industry to refrain from mentioning offshore sportsbooks. May 14 marked the two-year anniversary of the US Supreme Court repealing the Professional and Amateur Sports...

Devin O'Connor May 17, 2020
Nevada casino restaurant Las Vegas

Restaurant Impossible: Casino Eateries Will Struggle to Open Under New Nevada Regulations

Nevada casino restaurants are permitted to reopen for business during Phase One of the state's COVID-19 recovery plan, but under strict regulations. The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) yesterday issued a notice to licensees informing casinos that their inside restaurants are able...

Devin O'Connor May 15, 2020
Las Vegas casinos resort fees

Travel Experts: Book Las Vegas Trip Now, But Beware Resort Fees, Coronavirus Surcharges

Las Vegas casinos remain closed, but those who are considering a return trip once the Strip is back up and running should book such travel now. That's according to travel experts, who are seeing an increase in promotions and deals being offered...

Devin O'Connor May 15, 2020
Mohegan Sun Foxwoods Connecticut casinos

Connecticut Lawmakers Urge Gov. Lamont to Allow Tribes to Operate Online Casinos, Sports Betting

Thirteen Connecticut lawmakers representing the southeastern part of the state are calling on Governor Ned Lamont (D) to immediately allow the state's two tribes to operate online casinos. Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods, respectively owned and operated by the Mohegan Tribe and Mashantucket...

Devin O'Connor May 15, 2020
Donald Trump Obama Russia Flynn

Trump Calls on Senate Judiciary Committee to Investigate Obama, Political Bettors Dismiss Possibility

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) rejected comments from President Donald Trump today, asking that former President Barack Obama be called to testify about the origins of the Russia investigation. Trump has launched an aggressive attack on his predecessor...

Devin O'Connor May 14, 2020