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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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NASCAR Believes Sports Betting Could Grow Interest in Auto Racing
September 16, 2018

NASCAR Believes Sports Betting Could Grow Interest in Auto Racing

The 2018 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs begin this weekend with the South Point 400 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. And with the Strip roughly 15 miles south, and sportsbooks littered throughout the area,...

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Mega Moolah Jackpot Surpasses $21M, Will Set Guinness World Record for Largest Online Slot Payout
September 14, 2018

Mega Moolah Jackpot Surpasses $21M, Will Set Guinness World Record for Largest Online Slot Payout

The Mega Moolah online progressive slot jackpot now stands at more than $21.5 million, which means when one lucky gambler finally hits it, the payout will mark a new Guinness World Record. Operated by Isle...

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Caesars CEO Mark Frissora Says Parking Fees Have No Impact on Las Vegas Tourism
September 14, 2018

Caesars CEO Mark Frissora Says Parking Fees Have No Impact on Las Vegas Tourism

Caesars Entertainment CEO Mark Frissora said this week that Strip parking fees, which have generated a strong backlash from some analysts and visitors, have no discernible impact on Las Vegas tourism. Frissora was speaking in...

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Las Vegas Raiders Stadium Designed With Super Bowl in Mind, Officials Optimistic Venue Can Host Big Game
September 14, 2018

Las Vegas Raiders Stadium Designed With Super Bowl in Mind, Officials Optimistic Venue Can Host Big Game

The Las Vegas Raiders are scheduled to begin playing in Sin City at the start of the 2020 NFL season. Soon after they do, the odds are growing strong that the $1.8 billion stadium will...

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NYPD Vice Squad Detectives Among Cops Implicated in Boroughs Underground Sex and Gambling Ring Sting
September 13, 2018

NYPD Vice Squad Detectives Among Cops Implicated in Boroughs Underground Sex and Gambling Ring Sting

Seven New York Police Department (NYPD) officers -- including several vice squad detectives -- have been charged with abetting an illegal gambling and prostitution ring that's been in operation for several years in Brooklyn and...

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Caesars Entertainment CEO Mark Frissora’s Days Could Be Numbered, Hedge Fund Owners Unhappy with Revenue Drops
September 13, 2018

Caesars Entertainment CEO Mark Frissora’s Days Could Be Numbered, Hedge Fund Owners Unhappy with Revenue Drops

Caesars Entertainment shareholders have seen their valuations decline nearly 17 percent in 2018, and several activist hedge funds that control a substantial portion of the casino operator are becoming discontent with the company's leadership, specifically...

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Atlantic City’s Ocean Resort Casino Tells Hurricane Florence Evacuees They Can Stay for Free
September 13, 2018

Atlantic City’s Ocean Resort Casino Tells Hurricane Florence Evacuees They Can Stay for Free

Update: Ocean Resort tweeted Thursday afternoon that the hotel is sold out of complimentary rooms through Saturday. The casino says hurricane evacuees will be offered free accommodations Sunday through Thursday (9/16-9/20).  Ocean Resort Casino in Atlantic...

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Alabama Democratic Gubernatorial Challenger Embraces State Lottery
September 12, 2018

Alabama Democratic Gubernatorial Challenger Embraces State Lottery

The odds are stacked against Alabama Democrat Walt Maddox in upsetting incumbent Governor Kay Ivey (R), but he believes he has a fighting chance by running on one key issue: authorizing a state lottery. With...

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Bryson DeChambeau FedEx Cup Favorite, But Top Five Control Own Destiny
September 12, 2018

Bryson DeChambeau FedEx Cup Favorite, But Top Five Control Own Destiny

If the Las Vegas odds come true on September 23, Bryson DeChambeau will be handed a check for $10 million. Heading into the Tour Championship at East Lake, the 24-year-old (who will turn 25 September...

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Vegas Golden Knights Regular Season Prop Bets Unveiled at Westgate SuperBook
September 12, 2018

Vegas Golden Knights Regular Season Prop Bets Unveiled at Westgate SuperBook

The Vegas Golden Knights get back on the ice early next month following their historic inaugural year, and Sin City casinos are once again offering up a smorgasbord of odds in order to collect the...

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