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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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7781 stories by Devin O'Connor

Ted Leonsis Capital One Arena sportsbook

Billionaire Ted Leonsis Believes Incorporating Sportsbooks at Pro Venues Better Utilizes Real Estate

Ted Leonsis, the billionaire who controls three professional sports teams in Washington, DC, says incorporating sportsbooks into stadiums and arenas better utilizes the real estate assets during off periods. Leonsis's company, Monumental Sports & Entertainment, owns the NBA Washington Wizards, NHL Washington...

Devin O'Connor October 29, 2019
Showboat Atlantic City casino resort

Showboat Atlantic City Developer Requests Major Property Subdivision for Boardwalk Resort

Showboat Atlantic City owner Bart Blatstein has filed a petition with state gaming regulators seeking approval to subdivide his property into five new lots of record. Attorneys representing Blatstein's Showboat Renaissance LLC – the parent company to the Boardwalk hotel – applied...

Devin O'Connor October 29, 2019
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Traveling Between Macau and Hengqin Island Becomes Easier With Checkpoint Removal

Moving between Macau and Hengqin Island will become easier in December. The People's Republic of China signed off on removing the previous necessity of having two border checkpoints. Macau, a sovereign Special Administrative Region (SAR) of the People's Republic that has a...

Devin O'Connor October 29, 2019
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Ben Affleck Spotted Playing Poker at Commerce Casino, Actor Admits Sobriety Slip

Actor Ben Affleck says the rumors that he wasn't entirely on his best game while playing poker at the Commerce Casino in Los Angeles are true, and he admits he had a sobriety lapse. Entertainment media and gossip sites reported over the...

Devin O'Connor October 29, 2019
Andrew Yang online poker 2020 odds

2020 Democratic Presidential Candidate Andrew Yang Supports Nationwide Online Poker

Andrew Yang, a 2020 Democratic hopeful, is coming out in support of legalizing online poker in all 50 states. The 44-year-old attorney, businessman, and philanthropist believes the ban on internet poker in all but four states is only allowing illegal offshore sites...

Devin O'Connor October 28, 2019
Las Vegas casino security Cannery

Las Vegas Security Expert Says Off-Strip Casinos Remain Exposed Following Cannery RV Incident

Las Vegas off-Strip casinos need to be better protected against individuals who want to damage the property or deliver harm to guests and employees. That’s the verdict from one casino security expert following the incident at the Cannery Casino in North Las...

Devin O'Connor October 28, 2019
Tiger Woods golf odds Presidents Cup

Tiger Woods Makes History With 82nd PGA Tour Win, Odds Strong for Presidents Cup Pick

Tiger Woods is accustomed to making history. But even he admitted Monday’s win in Japan at Accordia Golf Narashino Country Club was something special. With the win at the inaugural ZOZO Championship in Chiba, Woods ties golf legend Sam Snead for the...

Devin O'Connor October 28, 2019
Houston Astros World Series Washington Nationals

Houston Astros World Series Favorites After Feeling at Home on Road

The Houston Astros and Washington Nationals are playing in only the third World Series in history to see the home team lose the first five games. Houston returns home for Game 6 – and Game 7 if necessary – to try to...

Devin O'Connor October 28, 2019
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Campaign Against Alabama Tribal Casino Operator Refuses to Disclose Donors

The Poarch Band of Creek Indians (PBCI), a casino operator with three resorts in their home state of Alabama, is on the defensive against a nonprofit that wants the tribe's gaming revenue taxed. Poarch Creek Accountability Now (PCAN) is a 501c(4) nonprofit...

Devin O'Connor October 27, 2019
NFL odds New England Cleveland spread

Week 8 NFL Odds: New England Patriots Expected to Reach 8-0 Against Cleveland Browns

The NFL odds for week 8 once again have the New England Patriots heavily favored against their competition. This time, the defending champs are spotting 12 points at home against the Cleveland Browns. The undefeated Pats look to hit the halfway mark...

Devin O'Connor October 27, 2019