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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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7776 stories by Devin O'Connor

National Indian Gaming Keetoowah Cherokee

National Indian Gaming Commission Approves United Keetoowah Gaming Code

The United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians is seeking to reopen a tribal casino in Oklahoma The tribe's Keetoowah Cherokee Casino closed in 2013 Federal agencies have said the UKB has ancestral ties to Tahlequah  The National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) has...

Devin O'Connor April 29, 2025
Kenya gambling advertisements adverts

Could US Gaming Industry Learn Something From Kenya? East African Country Limits Gambling Ads

Kenya has banned all gambling ads for 30 days Government officials say sports betting firms haven't complied with advertising rules Sports betting is wildly popular in Kenya Consumers in the United States continue to face an onslaught of gaming advertisements when they...

Devin O'Connor April 29, 2025
Kalshi New Jersey ruling federal court sports contracts

Kalshi Legal Victories Continue in New Jersey With Preliminary Injunction

Kalshi has secured a preliminary injunction against the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement In March, the NJ DGE issued Kalshi a cease-and-desist order Kalshi is offering sports-related event contracts Kalshi has secured yet another legal victory, this time coming in New...

Devin O'Connor April 28, 2025
Shedeur Sanders Cleveland Browns odds

Will Shedeur Sanders Start Week One for Cleveland? Odds Suggest Solid Chance

UPDATE: The Browns have declined to pick up Kenny Pickett's fifth-year option.  DraftKings is offering odds on whether Shedeur Sanders will start for the Cleveland Browns in Week 1 Sanders fell to the fifth round of the NFL Draft Sanders is the...

Devin O'Connor April 28, 2025
Foxwoods Great Wolf Lodge Connecticut

Foxwoods Great Wolf Lodge Sets Opening, Discounted Rates Celebrate $300 Million Project Completion

Great Wolf Lodge at Foxwoods Resort Casino opens May 6 Foxwoods continues to diversify its resort offerings Great Wolf Lodge is a water and adventure park Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket, Conn., is ready to thrill younger guests with its newest amenity...

Devin O'Connor April 28, 2025
Belle Baton Rouge Bally's casino

Belle of Baton Rouge Riverboat Casino Footbridges Collapse in Louisiana

The Belle of Baton Rouge footbridges collapsed last Friday The footbridges were bridges to nowhere after the riverboat casino set sail in March Bally's is rebranding the casino and hotel The pedestrian bridges that connected the Belle of Baton Rouge's land-based hotel...

Devin O'Connor April 28, 2025
Oregon Lottery anonymous legislation

Oregon Lottery Winners Could Soon Remain Anonymous With Legislation Likely To Pass

Oregon Lottery winners must allow their identities to be public Legislation could allow winners to remain anonymous Most lottery states require winners to come forward to ensure public trust The Oregon Lottery currently requires that all winners allow their identities to become...

Devin O'Connor April 26, 2025
South Carolina casinos gambling

South Carolina Casino Push Fails in 2025, But Republicans Getting on Board With Gaming

Casinos won't be authorized in South Carolina in 2025 A prominent businessman has pitched a casino in Santee along I-95 State Republicans have long opposed gambling, but could be easing that position The South Carolina Legislature is set to adjourn for its...

Devin O'Connor April 26, 2025
Hawaii sports betting legislation

Hawaii Sports Betting Bill Dies on Final Legislative Day, Maintains State’s Gaming Prohibition

Hawaii sports betting legislation is dead for 2025 Hawaii nearly legalized its first form of gambling Opponents cited possible increased gambling problems Hawaii will remain clear of legal sports betting and all other forms of gambling for at least another year. If...

Devin O'Connor April 26, 2025
Trump 2028 odds Donald Jr.

Trump Store Selling 2028 Gear, Odds Speculate About Possible Third Term

The Trump Store is selling Trump 2028 merch President Donald Trump is constitutionally prohibited from seeking a third elected term Bettors still think Trump might find a way to run in three years President Donald Trump is constitutionally prohibited from seeking a...

Devin O'Connor April 25, 2025