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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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7660 stories by Devin O'Connor

Las Vegas tourism New Year's Eve

Las Vegas Ready for Increase in Holiday Travel Now Through New Year’s Holiday

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) says the city will be packed with out-of-towners now through the New Year's holiday. Christmas is this week, and the tourism group says 260,000 visitors will arrive in town for the nights of December...

Devin O'Connor December 22, 2019
illegal gambling ring bust

Busted: Illegal Gambling Rings Uncovered in NYC, Ohio, Canada

It wasn't a good week to be involved with an illegal gambling ring, as law enforcement agencies in New York City, Ohio, and Canada all seized alleged underground gambling networks in three unrelated cases. In Brooklyn, New York, District Attorney Eric Gonzalez...

Devin O'Connor December 20, 2019
Macau casino China Xi Jinping

China President Xi Jinping Praises Macau During 20th Anniversary, Criticizes Hong Kong

China President Xi Jinping praised Macau for its economic prosperity and sovereign stability during the region's 20th anniversary of being returned from Portugal to the People's Republic. On December 20, 1999, Portugal handed Macau back to China after 442 years of rule....

Devin O'Connor December 20, 2019
Michigan sports betting online gambling

Michigan Becomes 20th State to Pass Sports Betting Regulations

With Governor Gretchen Whitmer's (D) signature, Michigan becomes the 20th state in the US to pass laws to govern sports betting. Whitmer signed House Bill 4916 – the Lawful Sports Betting Act – which grants the Michigan Gaming Control Board the privilege...

Devin O'Connor December 20, 2019
Massachusetts Gaming Commission casino license

Massachusetts Gaming Commission Moves Forward With Third Full-Scale Commercial Casino Consideration

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) isn't ready to fold on the final full-scale commercial casino license it could potentially issue for the southeastern part of the state. During Thursday's meeting, commissioners directed its staff to compile information regarding the feasibility of allowing...

Devin O'Connor December 20, 2019
cockfighting law Georgia police

Georgia Cockfighting Ring Bust Results in 20 Arrests, 200 Suspects Wanted

A Georgia cockfighting ring was raided over the weekend in Lincolnton, leading to the arrests of 20 people. But police want to speak with at least 200 others who fled during the bust. Cockfighting is illegal everywhere in the United States. But...

Devin O'Connor December 19, 2019
Macau gaming industry Cotai Strip

Macau Gaming Industry Responsible for 86 Percent of Enclave Government Tax Revenue

The Macau gaming industry has delivered the local government MOP104.04 billion ($12.97 billion) this year through November, accounting for 86 percent of all tax revenue collected by the Special Administrative Region (SAR). Statistics released this week by the Macau Financial Services Bureau...

Devin O'Connor December 19, 2019
Twin River Casino crime

Former Twin River Casino Executive Named in Rhode Island Grand Jury Indictment

A former Twin River Casino executive has been named in a Rhode Island grand jury indictment for his alleged involvement in a kickback scheme with a casino vendor. Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha (D) says a state grand jury returned an...

Devin O'Connor December 19, 2019
President Donald Trump impeachment odds

IMPEACHED: President Donald Trump Charged With High Crimes by US House

President Donald Trump is just the third president in United States history to be impeached by the House of Representatives. The chamber voted to formally charge the 45th commander-in-chief with two crimes warranting his removal from the White House. The House majority...

Devin O'Connor December 18, 2019
Hollywood Casino York Pennsylvania

Hollywood Casino York Approved, Slot Machines, Table Games, and Sportsbook Coming to Pennsylvania Mall

Hollywood Casino York, Penn National's $120 million satellite gaming venue at the York Galleria Mall, has been approved by state regulators. On Wednesday, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) heard a final presentation from Penn National Gaming regarding its plans for the...

Devin O'Connor December 18, 2019