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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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7786 stories by Devin O'Connor

Black Friday Las Vegas Cyber Monday

Black Friday Las Vegas Deals Aplenty with Deep Room Discounts, No Resort Fees

Las Vegas deals are aplenty for Black Friday and Cyber Monday Las Vegas casino hotels are running room specials, with food and beverage credit Headlining entertainment is also on the cheap There is no better time to book a trip to Las...

Devin O'Connor November 30, 2025
Kalshi Nevada Gaming Control Board

Nevada Gaming Control Board Issues Another Warning About Sports Event Contracts

The Nevada Gaming Control Board considers sports event contracts as sports betting The gaming regulator is warning its licensees about sports event contracts Following a key federal ruling, the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) is again reminding its licensees about its opinion...

Devin O'Connor November 30, 2025
Connecticut funeral home theft

Details Emerge Regarding Funeral Director Who Allegedly Stole Pre-Arrangement Money to Gamble

A funeral director in Connecticut allegedly used pre-payment accounts as his personal piggy bank Philip Pietras is accused of gambling millions of dollars at casinos across the country New allegations against a Connecticut funeral director who prosecutors believe stole clients' deposit money...

Devin O'Connor November 29, 2025
New York casino resorts licenses applicants

New York Casino Decisions Come Monday

The winners of downstate New York casino licenses are expected to be announced on Dec. 1 Three bids remain for three available licenses, but the Board reviewing the bids has no requirement to issue all three concessions After more than a decade...

Devin O'Connor November 29, 2025
Pennsylvania Supreme Court skill games

Pennsylvania Supreme Court Will Determine Fate of Controversial Skill Games

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court is reviewing the legality of skill games The slot-like games include elements of skill, which impact payout rates Last week, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court heard the case for and against skill games, slot-like gaming devices that casino attorneys...

Devin O'Connor November 27, 2025
Las Vegas tourism October 2025

Las Vegas Tourism Remained Down in October Despite Uptick in Convention Attendance

Las Vegas visitor volume in October was 4.4% lower than in October 2024 While casino revenue was up, the total number of visitors remained subdued 2025 will mark a year-over-year decline in the number of people visiting Las Vegas Las Vegas' woes...

Devin O'Connor November 26, 2025
Thanksgiving Las Vegas casino buffet

Thanksgiving Closes Most Businesses, Casinos Are an Exception

Las Vegas is once again a top destination for Thanksgiving AAA projects a record number of Americans will travel this holiday Casino buffets offer Thanksgiving at an array of price points Nearly 82 million Americans are forecasted to hit the road or...

Devin O'Connor November 26, 2025
Thanksgiving buffet Mississippi Gulf Coast casinos

Mississippi Gulf Coast Casino Buffets Dishing Thanksgiving With Crab Legs

Several Mississippi Gulf Coast casinos are plating Thanksgiving with crab Crab legs have returned to casino buffets after supply and pricing somewhat eased Thanksgiving means turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, cranberry sauce, green bean casserole, and other fixings for millions of...

Devin O'Connor November 26, 2025
Rivers Casino Pittsburgh ownership

Rivers Casino Pittsburgh Valued at Nearly $1 Billion Following Restructuring

Rivers Casino Pittsburgh has a new ownership entity following a recapitalization The recapitalization values the downtown Pittsburgh casino at $991 million Chicago-based Rush Street Gaming has long managed and co-owned the casino Rivers Casino Pittsburgh is valued at almost $1 billion. The...

Devin O'Connor November 26, 2025
Las Vegas casino revenue Strip resort

Las Vegas Strip Casino Revenue Surges to $748.8 million in October

Las Vegas Strip casino revenue climbed over 8% in October 2025 Baccarat and other table games fueled the strong month The Las Vegas Strip proved the naysayers wrong last month as the 38 casino properties reported a surge in gross gaming revenue...

Devin O'Connor November 25, 2025