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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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7891 stories by Devin O'Connor

New Jersey colleges compulsive gambling

New Jersey Colleges Now Required to Educate Students on Gambling Dangers

New Jersey public colleges must now offer problem gambling seminars The Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey must be invited at least once a semester New Jersey colleges and universities that are part of the state's public system of higher education...

Devin O'Connor January 11, 2026
Emerald Queen Casino death accident fall

Family of Man Who Fell to His Death at Emerald Queen Casino Consults Attorney

A man accidentally fell to his death at the Emerald Queen Casino on Dec. 20 An attorney representing the man's family is seeking changes inside the tribal casino The family claims they are not seeking legal action at this juncture The family...

Devin O'Connor January 10, 2026
crime news Chick-fil-A robbery gambling

Alabama Woman Robs Chick-fil-A Drive-Thru, Gambles Stolen Money, Crashes SUV

An Alabama woman robbed a Chick-fil-A to gamble Two people in Pennsylvania were arrested for cocaine possession inside a casino A woman in Alabama is in custody after police say she held up a Chick-fil-A drive-thru and sped off with an unspecified...

Devin O'Connor January 9, 2026
Rhode Island sports betting sportsbook

Rhode Island Sports Betting to Expand, License Bidding Open

Rhode Island is fielding sportsbook bids The state lottery will compete with a commercial sportsbook Sports betting in Rhode Island remains limited to a single book, but that will change in 2026. The Rhode Island Lottery is fielding bids for a second...

Devin O'Connor January 9, 2026
gambling deduction FAIR Bet Tom Cole

Odds Shorten for Gambling Deduction Restoration With House Appropriations Chair Sponsorship

US Rep. Tom Cole supports restoring the gambling deduction The gambling deduction was trimmed to 90% in the OBBB The odds of the federal gambling deduction for itemized tax returns being restored to 100% improved this week with a prominent House Republican...

Devin O'Connor January 9, 2026
Maine iGaming online casino gambling

Online Casino Gambling Coming to Maine, Tribes Gain Exclusive iGaming Rights

Maine is the eighth state to legalize iGaming Maine's federally recognized tribes will possess the exclusive rights to online casinos Maine is the eighth state to legalize online casino gambling after Gov. Janet Mills (D) announced she would allow an iGaming bill...

Devin O'Connor January 9, 2026
Q Casino Iowa casino hotel

Iowa’s Q Casino in Dubuque Opens $75 Million Hotel

Q Casino now has on-site lodging  The Iowa casino is preparing for future competition in Cedar Rapids The Q Casino in Iowa, a former greyhound track until racing ceased in 2022, is making a big bet on being able to return play...

Devin O'Connor January 8, 2026
Florida DEI illegal gambling

Florida Senator Seeks to Eliminate DEI From State Gaming Industry, Elevate Illegal Gambling Penalties

A senator in Florida wants to rid DEI from the gaming industry The lawmaker also wants harsher penalties for illegal gambling A senator in Florida is seeking to overhaul the Sunshine State's gaming industry by stripping diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) requirements...

Devin O'Connor January 8, 2026
Dave Ramsey sports betting gambling

Finance Wiz Dave Ramsey Says Online Sports Betting a ‘Portal to Hell’ for Young Men

Dave Ramsey says the legalization of online sports betting has devastated young men Ramsey calls online sportsbooks "pure evil" and a "portal to hell" Ramsey critics say sports gambling is an individual's choice, and some do win Dave Ramsey is no fan...

Devin O'Connor January 8, 2026
Chumba Casino 23XI Racing sweepstakes

Chumba Casino Expands Marketing Deal With Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing

Chumba Casino and 23XI Racing have extended their marketing pact Chumba is a sweepstakes casino operating in many states across the country 23XI Racing is owned by Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin Social sweepstakes platform Chumba Casino is expanding its relationship with...

Devin O'Connor January 7, 2026