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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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7575 stories by Devin O'Connor

Pennsylvania Valley Forge Casino underage gambling

Pennsylvania Casino Allowed 13-Year-Old Boy to Gamble for Hours

Valley Forge Casino Resort allowed a 13-year-old to gamble The teen was accompanied by his father The casino has paid a $30K civil penalty to resolve the matter A Pennsylvania casino is in hot water after it allowed a 13-year-old boy to...

Devin O'Connor September 26, 2025
Most Casinos Visited Joel Strasser Garrett Smith

The Guinness World Record for ‘Most Casinos Visited’ Will Be Set Today in Las Vegas

Joel Strasser and Garrett Smith are poised to set a Guinness World Record in Las Vegas The record is for the most casinos visited within 24 hours The previous record of 74 casinos has stood since October 2017 The Guinness World Record...

Devin O'Connor September 26, 2025
Philippines online gaming POGO China

Philippines-Based Illegal Online Gaming Operation Leads to 91 Chinese People Being Deported

The Philippines has deported 91 Chinese nationals back to China The deportees were accused of running an illegal gambling operation POGOs -- Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators -- were banned in 2024 The Philippines is sending 91 Chinese citizens back to the People's...

Devin O'Connor September 25, 2025
Rivers Casino Portsmouth Virginia Norfolk

Rivers Casino Portsmouth Preps to Fend Off Norfolk Competition With Hotel, New GM

Rivers Casino Portsmouth is readying to defend its Hampton Roads stronghold on casino gambling A temporary casino will open in nearby Norfolk in September Rivers Portsmouth is constructing its first on-site hotel Rivers Casino Portsmouth will soon lose its monopoly on casino...

Devin O'Connor September 24, 2025
Guinness World Record Most Casinos Visited

Can These Guys Break the Guinness World Record for Most Casinos Visited in 24 Hours?

Two men are trying to set a Guinness World Record in Las Vegas this Thursday, September 25 Follow along on their attempt to gamble inside at least 75 casinos in 24 hours at this website There's always something to do in Las...

Devin O'Connor September 23, 2025
Norfolk casino Boyd Gaming

Norfolk Hopes Boyd Casino Will Lead to City Nightlife Revitalization

City officials in Norfolk, Va. hope the casino will spur additional investment The downtown area has little nightlife following a crime crackdown Crime rates have improved, though many nearby residents continue to avoid the city Norfolk is set to become the fourth...

Devin O'Connor September 23, 2025
Guinness World Record Most Casinos Visited

¿Podrán estos chicos batir el récord Guinness de más casinos visitados en 24 horas?

Dos hombres intentarán batir un récord mundial Guinness en Las Vegas este jueves, 25 de septiembre. Sigue su intento de jugar en al menos 75 casinos en 24 horas en esta página web. Siempre hay algo que hacer en Las Vegas, pero...

Devin O'Connor September 23, 2025
New York casinos MGM Hard Rock Resorts World

MGM Empire City, Resorts World, and Hard Rock Will Likely Win New York Licenses

The bidding war for the three downstate casino licenses will officially end December 1 MGM, Genting, and Hard Rock have emerged as the frontrunners The race for the long-sought-after downstate New York casino licenses is presumably over. The three likely winners come...

Devin O'Connor September 23, 2025
Macau casinos Typhoon Ragasa

Macau Casinos Will Close Once Typhoon Ragasa Nears Landfall

Typhoon Ragasa has its eyes set on Macau Macau casinos will close later today Macau is bracing for yet another powerful tropical cyclone that could force much of the city to shelter in place. Typhoon Ragasa, the 18th named storm of the...

Devin O'Connor September 22, 2025
Freedom Plaza New York City casino

Another New York City Casino Bid Rejected, Freedom Plaza Latest Pitch Ditched

There won't be a casino in Manhattan Freedom Plaza was the last remaining casino bid for Manhattan Five casino bids remain for three downstate New York licenses And then there were five remaining downstate New York casino bids. On Monday morning, the...

Devin O'Connor September 22, 2025