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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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North Carolina Lottery 0-0-0-0 Pick 4 Draw Produces Record $7.8M Win
June 24, 2019

North Carolina Lottery 0-0-0-0 Pick 4 Draw Produces Record $7.8M Win

The North Carolina Lottery's Pick 4 draw on June 22 came up 0-0-0-0, which led to a record $7.8 million payout split between a total of 2,014 winners. It was only a day after the...

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Gaming Industry Donated $270K to New York Lawmakers Who Backed Failed Sports Betting Bill
June 24, 2019

Gaming Industry Donated $270K to New York Lawmakers Who Backed Failed Sports Betting Bill

The gaming industry gave more than a quarter of a million dollars in contributions to New York state politicians who supported a sports betting bill that ultimately failed to become law. Last week, the New...

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SLS Las Vegas Casino Owner Alex Meruelo Purchase of NHL Arizona Coyotes Further Strengthens Gaming and Sports Relationship
June 24, 2019

SLS Las Vegas Casino Owner Alex Meruelo Purchase of NHL Arizona Coyotes Further Strengthens Gaming and Sports Relationship

SLS Las Vegas casino owner Alex Meruelo's purchase of the NHL Arizona Coyotes franchise is the latest development in strengthening the relationship between the gaming industry and professional sports. Meruelo confirmed rumors earlier this month...

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$2.6B Encore Boston Harbor Opens in Massachusetts, First Domestic Wynn Resorts Casino Not in Las Vegas
June 24, 2019

$2.6B Encore Boston Harbor Opens in Massachusetts, First Domestic Wynn Resorts Casino Not in Las Vegas

Wynn Resorts' Encore Boston Harbor is officially open for business after a more than seven-year tumultuous process of bringing the casino to realization. On Sunday morning, people lined up outside the Everett property across the...

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Virtual NBA Betting Game Oddly Resembles Pennsylvania Lottery Format ‘Xpress Sports’
June 19, 2019

Virtual NBA Betting Game Oddly Resembles Pennsylvania Lottery Format ‘Xpress Sports’

The NBA and interactive gaming supplier Highlight Games announced this week an upcoming virtual betting format that will allow fans to place wagers on randomly simulated outcomes. The pro basketball league says "NBA Last 90"...

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Virginia Historical Racing Strong Out of the Gate, Delivers $885K in Tax Revenue in First Full Month
June 19, 2019

Virginia Historical Racing Strong Out of the Gate, Delivers $885K in Tax Revenue in First Full Month

Historical racing machines, the controversial gaming devices that closely mimic slots, delivered Virginia and local counties where they're permitted substantial tax revenue last month. May marked the first full month that the Commonwealth allowed gamblers...

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Leading Candidate to Replace Macau Chief Executive Fernando Chui Emerges
June 19, 2019

Leading Candidate to Replace Macau Chief Executive Fernando Chui Emerges

Macau will soon need a new chief executive when Fernando Chui's second five-year term expires in December, and a leading candidate with backing from Beijing has emerged. Ho Iat Seng – the current president of...

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Former William Harrah Lake Tahoe Mansion Listed for Sale at $25.75M
June 18, 2019

Former William Harrah Lake Tahoe Mansion Listed for Sale at $25.75M

The Lake Tahoe home of casino pioneer William Harrah was once the hottest invite for Hollywood's A-list celebs. Today, it's on the market for a cool $25.75 million. Known as Villa Harrah, the legendary eight-bed,...

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Caesars Entertainment Board Frustrated With Billionaire Carl Icahn Regarding Acquisition Price
June 18, 2019

Caesars Entertainment Board Frustrated With Billionaire Carl Icahn Regarding Acquisition Price

The Caesars Entertainment Board of Directors is becoming frustrated with billionaire Carl Icahn over a potential selling price of the casino operator that owns its namesake brand, as well as Harrah's, Bally's, and Horseshoe properties...

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President Donald Trump Launches 2020 Campaign, Las Vegas Casino Tycoons Expected to Assist
June 18, 2019

President Donald Trump Launches 2020 Campaign, Las Vegas Casino Tycoons Expected to Assist

President Donald Trump will formally announce his re-election campaign today in Orlando, and several Las Vegas casino billionaires are expected to fund his run at another four years in the Oval Office. His message is...

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