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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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Convicted Felon Charged With Circus Circus Murder Headed Towards Trial, Judge Dismisses Police Tampering Claim
July 18, 2019

Convicted Felon Charged With Circus Circus Murder Headed Towards Trial, Judge Dismisses Police Tampering Claim

The man charged with murdering two tourists at Circus Circus will see his case continue after a local judge ruled that police didn't act inappropriately in leading a grand jury to indict him. Julius Trotter,...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Chicago Mayor Suggests Using Casino Resort to Revitalize Downtrodden Neighborhood
July 18, 2019

Chicago Mayor Suggests Using Casino Resort to Revitalize Downtrodden Neighborhood

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot (D) has selected five possible sites for the city's integrated casino resort, and the pinpointed areas are in neighborhoods desperately in need of economic revitalization. Four are in Chicago's South Side,...

Written by Devin O'Connor
National Indian Gaming Association Denounces President Trump ‘Divisive’ Tweets
July 18, 2019

National Indian Gaming Association Denounces President Trump ‘Divisive’ Tweets

The National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA) says President Donald Trump made "divisive comments" last Sunday to describe four female members of Congress. In several tweets, the president said, "So interesting to see 'Progressive' Democrat Congresswomen,...

Written by Devin O'Connor
NASCAR Racing Towards Sports Betting Platform, Plans September Debut
July 17, 2019

NASCAR Racing Towards Sports Betting Platform, Plans September Debut

NASCAR announced this week that come September, fans of America's premiere stock car racing circuit will have the ability to make in-race bets on a variety of outcomes. Scott Warfield, the managing director of gaming...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Marriott CEO Says Resort Fees Adequately Displayed During Booking Process, Provides Value to Guest
July 17, 2019

Marriott CEO Says Resort Fees Adequately Displayed During Booking Process, Provides Value to Guest

Marriott CEO Arne Sorenson is rejecting a lawsuit claiming his company participates in "drip pricing," a process where online retailers advertise one price, then incrementally raise the actual cost though unavoidable varying taxes and charges....

Written by Devin O'Connor
Plainridge Park Table Games Discussion Heats Up, Lawmakers Say Critical for Casino Competitiveness
July 17, 2019

Plainridge Park Table Games Discussion Heats Up, Lawmakers Say Critical for Casino Competitiveness

The Plainridge Park Casino, the sole slots-only Category 2 gaming facility in Massachusetts, needs inclusion of table games to remain relevant, some state lawmakers claim. The Plainville casino was the first to open under the...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Connecticut Casinos Continue Slot Revenue Decline, Added Competition Poaching Gaming Dollars
July 16, 2019

Connecticut Casinos Continue Slot Revenue Decline, Added Competition Poaching Gaming Dollars

June marked the 12th straight month Connecticut casinos won fewer dollars on their slot machines than in the prior year. Foxwoods reported slot revenue win of $35.3 million, a year-over-year decline of nearly 12 percent....

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Despite Higher Gross Gaming Revenue in New Jersey, Several Atlantic City Casinos Winning Less Money
July 15, 2019

Despite Higher Gross Gaming Revenue in New Jersey, Several Atlantic City Casinos Winning Less Money

Several Atlantic City casinos are winning less money in 2019 than they did in 2018, and it comes despite higher gross gaming revenue (GGR) being generated throughout New Jersey. Hard Rock and Ocean Casino opened...

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Former New York Governor David Paterson Lobbying on Behalf of Las Vegas Sands for New York City Casino
July 15, 2019

Former New York Governor David Paterson Lobbying on Behalf of Las Vegas Sands for New York City Casino

Former New York Governor David Paterson (D) is leading a lobbying effort on behalf of Las Vegas Sands to expedite the licensing process for three New York City casinos. New York voters approved up to...

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Union Gaming Picked to Conduct Chicago Casino Feasibility Review
July 15, 2019

Union Gaming Picked to Conduct Chicago Casino Feasibility Review

Las Vegas-based Union Gaming has been selected by the Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) to conduct a feasibility study for an integrated casino resort in downtown Chicago. The gaming expansion legislation signed into law last month...

Written by Devin O'Connor