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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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Odds Shorten on Adam Laxalt Winning Nevada Governor Race After Campaign Manager Alleges Attack by Liberal Operative
October 18, 2018

Odds Shorten on Adam Laxalt Winning Nevada Governor Race After Campaign Manager Alleges Attack by Liberal Operative

Nevada Attorney General Adam Laxalt, the Republican candidate in the state's gubernatorial race, has closed the gap on his opponent, current Clark County Commissioner Steve Sisolak. And it appears an alleged attack on Laxalt's campaign...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Golden Nugget Owner Tilman Fertitta Proposes Caesars Merger, Deal Could Oust CEO Mark Frissora
October 17, 2018

Golden Nugget Owner Tilman Fertitta Proposes Caesars Merger, Deal Could Oust CEO Mark Frissora

Billionaire Tilman Fertitta has made Caesars Entertainment an offer to merge his five Golden Nugget casinos with the company in what would be a reverse takeover. That's according to Reuters, which was first to report...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Macau Casino Bus From Sands Properties to Hong Kong Going to Daily Schedule Soon
October 17, 2018

Macau Casino Bus From Sands Properties to Hong Kong Going to Daily Schedule Soon

A Macau bus will provide daily service from three Sands China casino resorts in the gaming enclave to Hong Kong once the forthcoming Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau (HKZM) bridge opens. One Bus, as the casino charter service...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Nevada Brothel Owner Dennis Hof Dead at 72, Status of Raiders-Themed Cathouse Uncertain
October 17, 2018

Nevada Brothel Owner Dennis Hof Dead at 72, Status of Raiders-Themed Cathouse Uncertain

Dennis Hof -- America's most famous legal pimp -- is dead at the age of 72. The news came as a shock to those closest to him, as the longtime Nevada brothel owner had just...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Nevada Gaming Regulators Consider Interstate Sports Betting, But Federal Wire Act May Impede Action
October 17, 2018

Nevada Gaming Regulators Consider Interstate Sports Betting, But Federal Wire Act May Impede Action

Nevada gaming regulators are wrestling with the idea of allowing casinos to accept sports wagers from customers living in other states where the gambling activity is legal. Of course, the decision comes with a host...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Sports Bettor Risks $67K on Golden State Warriors to Make NBA Playoffs for $670 Net Win
October 16, 2018

Sports Bettor Risks $67K on Golden State Warriors to Make NBA Playoffs for $670 Net Win

A $67,736.25 bet on the Golden State Warriors making the NBA Playoffs this year was placed in September at the Westgate SuperBook. Should the ticket slip pay, the gambler stands to take home net proceeds...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Floyd Mayweather vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov Boxing Odds Have ‘Money’ Heavy Favorite
October 16, 2018

Floyd Mayweather vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov Boxing Odds Have ‘Money’ Heavy Favorite

Boxing great Floyd Mayweather and UFC champ Khabib Nurmagomedov are responsible for Conor McGregor's last two defeats, and now the two are considering squaring off in a fight of their own. Less than two weeks...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Mega Millions, Powerball Jackpots Total $999M for Drawings This Week
October 16, 2018

Mega Millions, Powerball Jackpots Total $999M for Drawings This Week

The Mega Millions jackpot is now $654 million, the second-largest sum for the multi-jurisdiction lottery game in its history. Paired with Powerball's jackpot currently at $345 million, and the two major games have nearly $1...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Casino Lobbyists Readying in Virginia for Busy Legislative Year Ahead
October 15, 2018

Casino Lobbyists Readying in Virginia for Busy Legislative Year Ahead

Numerous casino lobbyists have registered with the Virginia General Assembly recently, and that hints of a busy lawmaking session ahead for the gaming industry. A series of critical issues are facing the Commonwealth as it...

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Mount Airy Casino Unveils Pennsylvania Satellite Venue Plans for Beaver County
October 15, 2018

Mount Airy Casino Unveils Pennsylvania Satellite Venue Plans for Beaver County

Mount Airy Casino in Pennsylvania has submitted plans with state gaming regulators to build a multimillion-dollar satellite gaming venue in Beaver County. Mount Airy's namesake casino is located in the eastern part of the state...

Written by Devin O'Connor