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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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8322 stories by Devin O'Connor

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
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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
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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
Resorts World Las Vegas Hilton

Resorts World Las Vegas Partners with Hilton, Returns Hotel Brand to Strip

Resorts World Las Vegas is teaming up with Hilton to bring three of the hotelier's premium brands to the Las Vegas Strip. The integrated casino resort, set to open in the summer of 2021 at a cost of $4.3 billion, announced today...

Devin O'Connor February 20, 2020
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Reno Convention Authority CEO Phil DeLone Resigns, Misconduct Allegations Arise

Phil DeLone, CEO of the Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority (RSCVA), has resigned amid misconduct allegations, though he cited medical reasons for his departure. The Reno Gazette Journal broke the news earlier this month that DeLone was under investigation by the RSCVA....

Devin O'Connor February 20, 2020
2020 odds Mike Bloomberg Sanders

Mike Bloomberg 2020 Odds Plummet Following Poor Debate, Bernie Sanders Hits New High

Billionaire Mike Bloomberg endured a dismal debate performance Wednesday night in Las Vegas, prompting his 2020 odds to crash. From the very onset of the debate at the Paris Theater, Bloomberg was on the defensive, repeatedly attacked by his Democratic opponents. It...

Devin O'Connor February 20, 2020
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Dustin Johnson Chasing Hat Trick at WGC-Mexico Championship, Odds Favor Rory McIlroy

Dustin Johnson is one of 42 players inside the top 50 on the Official World Golf Ranking who will be teeing it up this week at the WGC-Mexico Championship. But DJ is the only player chasing a third victory in four years...

Devin O'Connor February 19, 2020