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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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8022 stories by Devin O'Connor

Atlantic Club Atlantic City casino

Rumors Swirling Regarding Atlantic Club Sale, Notice Filed on Shuttered Atlantic City Casino

The long-shuttered Atlantic Club casino in Atlantic City might have a new owner after a notice of settlement on the Boardwalk property was filed with the county. The Press of Atlantic City was first to report that current owners TJM Properties, a...

Devin O'Connor February 4, 2019
Super Bowl 53 New England Patriots

Super Bowl 53 Throws Las Vegas Oddsmakers Small Win, Yawner Big Game Costs ‘Bettor X’ Millions

Super Bowl 53 was likely the most legally bet upon big game in US history, as seven additional states had regulated sportsbooks in 2019. The New England Patriots' 13-3 win over the Los Angeles Rams lacked excitement – and even a touchdown...

Devin O'Connor February 4, 2019
Super Bowl 53 NFL odds

Super Bowl Sunday: New England Patriots Remain Las Vegas Favorites Over Los Angeles Rams

Super Bowl 53 kicks off in a matter of hours, and bettors in Las Vegas remain committed that the New England Patriots are better than the underdog Los Angeles Rams. The consensus point spread in Sin City has the Pats spotting the...

Devin O'Connor February 3, 2019
Caesars Entertainment Total Rewards

Caesars Entertainment Rebrands Rewards Program Amid Non-Gaming Shift

Caesars Entertainment has rebranded its Total Rewards program to Caesars Rewards, and effectively immediately, all of the casino company's 55 million members have been transitioned. First announced in December, company officials say incorporating the well-known Caesars name into the rewards program will...

Devin O'Connor February 1, 2019
Nevada casinos Las Vegas revenue 2018

Nevada Casinos Win $11.9B in 2018, Third-Best Year in State Gaming History

Nevada casinos won more than $11.9 billion last year, the third-richest haul in state history. Sports betting recorded both record handle and win, with oddsmakers taking $5 billion in bets, and keeping $301 million. The $11.9 billion in gross gambling revenue (GGR)...

Devin O'Connor February 1, 2019
Super Bowl odds prop halftime show

Comical Super Bowl Prop Bets Generate Serious Business, Halftime Show Controversy Ensues

Super Bowl 53 kicks off this Sunday at 6:30 pm ET, and a flurry of wagering activity will consume oddsmakers and online sportsbooks in the hours leading up to the New England Patriots and Los Angele Rams title match. There are thousands...

Devin O'Connor February 1, 2019
Virginia casino legislation Tommy Norment

Virginia Casino Referendum Delayed to 2020, Senate Committee Demands Gambling Study

The Virginia casino ballot question that could have gone before voters as early as November will be delayed at least one year in order to provide an adequate amount of time to conduct a comprehensive study on gambling's potential impact on the...

Devin O'Connor January 31, 2019
Macau junket VIP Studio City

Macau Junket Operations Continue Declining, Only 100 VIP Groups Remain

The number of Macau junket operators continues to decline, as fewer VIP players from the mainland travel to the world's richest gambling hub. According to data supplied by the Macau Gaming and Inspection Coordination Bureau (DICJ), there are currently 100 junket groups....

Devin O'Connor January 30, 2019
Super Bowl commercials NFL odds

NFL Super Bowl Commercial Cost Stagnant, 30-Second Ads $5M Each

The Super Bowl is watched as much for its commercials as the actual game itself, which is why the advertisements command such a steep price. For this Sunday's big game, advertisers will need to pony up around $5 million for a 30-second...

Devin O'Connor January 30, 2019
The 13 Macau Hotel Stephen Hung

The 13 Macau Entertaining Acquisition Offers, Investor Provides Additional Funding for Long-Troubled Resort

The 13 Macau has been a financial nightmare nearly since it was envisioned by flamboyant Hong Kong businessman Stephen Hung in 2013. News out of China this week shows little has changed. According to financial filings with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange,...

Devin O'Connor January 30, 2019