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Devin O'Connor

Devin O'Connor is a senior reporter for Casino.org, covering politics, casino business, and gaming news.

Devin came on board with Casino.org in 2014. He lives in Arlington, Va.

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Raiders Players, Team Personnel Discuss Keys to Building Las Vegas Fanbase
December 31, 2019

Raiders Players, Team Personnel Discuss Keys to Building Las Vegas Fanbase

The Oakland Raiders capped off their storied history in California's Bay Area Sunday with a one-point loss to the Denver Broncos to finish the year 7-9 and miss the NFL Playoffs for a third consecutive...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Hard Rock Atlantic City Offers $2,020 New Year’s Eve Package, Casino Rooms Remain Available
December 30, 2019

Hard Rock Atlantic City Offers $2,020 New Year’s Eve Package, Casino Rooms Remain Available

Hard Rock Atlantic City is ready to ring in the 2020 New Year by offering guests a special $2,020 package that gives them the special holiday treatment. The rock 'n' roll package includes a one-night...

Written by Devin O'Connor
McCarran International Airport Traffic Increases in 2019, But Many Not Staying in Las Vegas
December 30, 2019

McCarran International Airport Traffic Increases in 2019, But Many Not Staying in Las Vegas

McCarran International Airport has seen a substantial increase in passenger traffic this year. But not all who arrive at the busy Southern Nevada airport are staying in Las Vegas. Through November, nearly 47.3 million passengers...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Canadian Casino Giant Gateway Announces $1.1B Merger, Gaming Hedge Fund Behind Transaction
December 30, 2019

Canadian Casino Giant Gateway Announces $1.1B Merger, Gaming Hedge Fund Behind Transaction

Canadian casino giant Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited has announced that it's merging with one of its largest shareholders in a deal valued at $1.15 billion. Once the transaction is completed, expected to come in...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Maryland Sports Betting Bill Prefiled, Would Put Issue Before Voters in 2020 Referendum
December 29, 2019

Maryland Sports Betting Bill Prefiled, Would Put Issue Before Voters in 2020 Referendum

A Maryland sports betting bill has been prefiled in the Annapolis capital ahead of the state legislature's upcoming 2020 session. If passed, the issue would be put before voters during next November's election. Senate Bill...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Spanish News Reporter Quits Job on Live TV After Winning Lottery, Later Discovers Share Only $5,500
December 29, 2019

Spanish News Reporter Quits Job on Live TV After Winning Lottery, Later Discovers Share Only $5,500

A Spanish news reporter seemingly quit her job live on-air after discovering she picked the winning numbers to the country's El Gordo (The Fat One) Lottery Christmas bonanza. Natalia Escudero, a journalist for public broadcasting...

Written by Devin O'Connor
No. 15 Notre Dame, Iowa State Hope to End Year on High Note in Camping World Bowl
December 28, 2019

No. 15 Notre Dame, Iowa State Hope to End Year on High Note in Camping World Bowl

No. 15 Notre Dame (10-2) and unranked Iowa State (7-5) have endured plenty of close calls this year. But unfortunately for the two programs, they've largely been on the losing end. The schools will both...

Written by Devin O'Connor
No. 17 Memphis Seeking Respect Against No. 10 Penn State in Cotton Bowl
December 28, 2019

No. 17 Memphis Seeking Respect Against No. 10 Penn State in Cotton Bowl

No. 10 Penn State (10-2) squares off against No. 17 Memphis (12-1) this afternoon in the Cotton Bowl Classic at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Kickoff is scheduled for 12 noon ET. The Nittany Lions...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Michael Bloomberg, Tom Steyer Have Spent $200M on Campaigns, Odds Remain Long for Both
December 27, 2019

Michael Bloomberg, Tom Steyer Have Spent $200M on Campaigns, Odds Remain Long for Both

Billionaires Michael Bloomberg and Tom Steyer have collectively spent more than $200 million on their 2020 presidential campaigns to date. And this is only the Democratic primary. Bloomberg, the former New York City mayor, has...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Friday College Football Bowl Game Odds: No. 16 Iowa Slim Favorite Over No. 22 USC
December 27, 2019

Friday College Football Bowl Game Odds: No. 16 Iowa Slim Favorite Over No. 22 USC

College football bowl game odds for Friday, December 27, are highlighted by No. 16 Iowa being a slim two-point favorite over the No. 22 University of Southern California in San Diego's Holiday Bowl. The 9-3...

Written by Devin O'Connor