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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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Wynn Resorts Targets Macau Neighbor Hengqin Island for Employee Training Center

Wynn Resorts wants to develop a training facility for Macau's gaming industry on the neighboring island of Hengqin. Wynn Macau vice chair and COO Linda Chen told Bloomberg this week that the casino operator believes the Greater Bay Area needs such a...

Devin O'Connor November 12, 2019
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Seahawks QB Russell Wilson NFL MVP Favorite Following Thrilling Victory Over 49ers

Seattle Seahawks QB Russell Wilson said Monday night's showdown with the undefeated San Francisco 49ers was the "craziest game I've ever been a part of." For NFL fans, it was a heck of a back-and-forth ride. The game went into overtime, where...

Devin O'Connor November 12, 2019
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MGM Resorts Fielding Investment Offers for MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay Casinos

It's no secret that MGM Resorts wants to sell more of its land-based assets in Las Vegas, as Nevada's largest employer and casino operator continues its "asset-light" divestiture. The company recently unloaded Circus Circus to billionaire Phil Ruffin for $825 million, and...

Devin O'Connor November 12, 2019
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Clemson, Ohio State, LSU College Football Favorites Following Alabama, Penn State Losses

Clemson wasn't shown much respect by the College Football Playoff (CFP) committee in its first rankings of the 2019-20 season. The Tigers were ranked No. 5, the first team out of the four-team playoff. Clemson will certainly move into the top four...

Devin O'Connor November 11, 2019
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17th Century Underground Russian Casino Unearthed By Archaeologists

A supposed underground Russian casino has been discovered roughly 385 miles east of Moscow.  Archaeologists say it dates back to the 17th century. Gambling was highly illegal at the time, and the penalties for those caught testing their luck resulted in whippings...

Devin O'Connor November 11, 2019
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New Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Wants Sports Betting Revenue Tax Cut

Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small says it's "unacceptable" that his town doesn't receive a direct cut of the tax revenue generated by legal sports betting in the beachfront town. Small, who was voted in unanimously 8-0 last month by the Atlantic City...

Devin O'Connor November 11, 2019
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NFL Week 10 Major Win for Oddsmakers, Underdogs Go 8-3-1 Against Spread

Week 10 of the NFL season was a major win for the house, as oddsmakers benefited from the underdogs going 8-3-1 against the spread. One of the shockers came from the Miami Dolphins – once considered perhaps the worst NFL team ever....

Devin O'Connor November 11, 2019
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Norfolk Casino Opposition Forces City Council to Reconsider Vote by Obtaining Needed Signatures

The Norfolk casino opposition has won a small victory after obtaining the required resident signatures needed to force the City Council to reconsider its decision to sell 13.25 acres of land to the state's Pamunkey Indian Tribe for nearly $10 million. In...

Devin O'Connor November 10, 2019
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Week 10 Sunday NFL Odds: Ravens, Saints, Colts Heavily Favored

The NFL odds for Week 10 of the regular season features three heavy favorites, as the Baltimore Ravens, New Orleans Saints, and Indianapolis Colts all square off against inferior opponents on Sunday. The Ravens are emerging as a serious Super Bowl contender...

Devin O'Connor November 10, 2019
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Tiger Woods Picks Tiger Woods for Presidents Cup, USA Heavy Favorites Over Internationals

Tiger Woods has named himself one of his four captain's picks for the Presidents Cup, and the USA team are the heavy favorites against the Internationals for next month's competition in Australia at Royal Melbourne Golf Club. Eight players automatically qualified for...

Devin O'Connor November 8, 2019