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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

Elizabeth Warren 2020 presidential odds

Sen. Elizabeth Warren Democratic Betting Frontrunner for 2020 Ticket, as Former VP Joe Biden Slips

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Massachusetts) has emerged as the strongest challenger to former VP Joe Biden securing the Democratic Party's 2020 presidential ticket. That's according to political bettors who are wagering money on their election outcome beliefs. For the first time since Warren...

Devin O'Connor August 13, 2019
Chile casino shooting gun violence

Chile Casino Shooting Leaves Five Dead, Senator Blames Gaming for Violence

A Chile casino shooting near the Santiago capital city has left five dead, and law enforcement in the region say the shooter – or shooters – remain at large. The attack occurred late last week at an unidentified small gaming venue in...

Devin O'Connor August 12, 2019
NFL odds sports betting Sportradar

Sportradar Scores NFL Sports Betting Data Distribution Deal, Firm Now Has Partnerships With Big Four Leagues

The National Football League (NFL) has reached a deal with Sportradar for the company to distribute the league's official real-time, play-by-play data to sports betting operators in legal US and international markets. Sportradar has been the NFL's exclusive provider of official play-by-play...

Devin O'Connor August 12, 2019
Patrick Reed golf odds FedEx Cup

Patrick Reed Wins Northern Trust at 40/1 Odds, Tournament Filled With Controversy

Patrick Reed won the Northern Trust, the first of three FedEx Cup Playoffs events, in what was a controversial week in New Jersey because of slow play frustrations expressed by the game's best player. Reed managed to rebound from a shaky first...

Devin O'Connor August 12, 2019
Illinois gaming Chicago casino

New Illinois Gaming Board Chair Says Maintaining Integrity Key to Successful Casino Expansion

Newly appointed Illinois Gaming Board Chairman Charles Schmadeke says maintaining the integrity of casino operations is the most important task in the state's efforts to expand its gaming industry. Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker (D) signed a $45 billion infrastructure bill in June....

Devin O'Connor August 12, 2019
Donald Trump Colin Kaepernick NFL odds

President Donald Trump Supports Colin Kaepernick NFL Return, But Only If Ready to Play

President Donald Trump is voicing support for Colin Kaepernick's return to the National Football League, but only if the controversial quarterback is ready to play and a team isn't simply handing him a contract for media reasons. Kaepernick shook up the NFL...

Devin O'Connor August 11, 2019
MGM Resorts Jim Murren Japan casino

MGM Resorts CEO Jim Murren Says Japan Licensing Process Could Delay Osaka Resort Beyond 2025

MGM Resorts CEO Jim Murren says a lengthy licensing process in Japan could prohibit opening an integrated casino resort in Osaka in time for the city's hosting of the 2025 World Expo. MGM and Las Vegas Sands are considered the frontrunners for...

Devin O'Connor August 9, 2019
New Jersey Atlantic City casino

New Jersey Tourism Growth Begins in Atlantic City, Governor Remains Committed to Increasing Visitation

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy (D) wants to grow tourism and see visitation increase by more than a quarter by 2023, and the state official tasked with completing that mission says it all begins with Atlantic City. Jeff Vasser, executive director for...

Devin O'Connor August 9, 2019
MGM Grand Detroit casino tax

MGM Grand Detroit Says Uncollected Gaming Debt Should Be Tax-Free

MGM Grand Detroit company officials say in legal filings that uncollected player gaming debts shouldn't be taxed by the state government. The casino operator filed two cases in the Michigan Court of Claims recently arguing that such losses incurred by the resort...

Devin O'Connor August 9, 2019
Tiger Woods golf odds

Tiger Woods Rusty at Northern Trust, 13 Shots Back After Round One

Update: Woods has withdrawn from The Northern Trust due to an injury.  Tiger Woods has played just 10 rounds of competitive golf since the beginning of June, and his 11th round inside the ropes was one he'll want to soon forget. The...

Devin O'Connor August 9, 2019