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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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The Gambling Deduction Tax Change Could Benefit Prediction Markets and Trump
December 19, 2025

The Gambling Deduction Tax Change Could Benefit Prediction Markets and Trump

If the gambling deduction isn't restored to 100%, prediction markets would benefit Prediction markets are considered financial instruments, not gambling Prediction markets would become more attractive for some bettors under the new tax scheme Conspiracy...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Nebraska Casino Gamblers Who Owe Child Support, Other Debts Have Winnings Seized
December 19, 2025

Nebraska Casino Gamblers Who Owe Child Support, Other Debts Have Winnings Seized

Nebraska's casinos are helping the state recoup outstanding debts More than $215K in overdue child support has been secured through gambling winnings Nebraska's newly liberalized casino market is helping reduce property taxes for homeowners across...

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Japan Teases Second IR Bidding Round; Will Any Casino Bigwigs Bite?
December 19, 2025

Japan Teases Second IR Bidding Round; Will Any Casino Bigwigs Bite?

Japan is likely to conduct another bidding round for casino licenses Japan has two unissued integrated resort permits that it can grant Japan authorized as many as three casino developments in 2018. Seven years later,...

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President Donald Trump Reclassifies Marijuana, Order Has No Impact on Casinos
December 18, 2025

President Donald Trump Reclassifies Marijuana, Order Has No Impact on Casinos

President Trump has ordered that marijuana be reclassified As a Schedule III drug, federal funds can support cannabis research On Thursday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order instructing Attorney General Pam Bondi and the...

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Pennsylvania Lottery Tickets Help Police Track Down Man Wanted for Homicide
December 18, 2025

Pennsylvania Lottery Tickets Help Police Track Down Man Wanted for Homicide

Stolen Pennsylvania Lottery tickets helped locate a suspect in a string of robberies The suspect has been charged with attempted homicide, too Pennsylvania Lottery tickets make great gifts this time of the year for those...

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Virginia Lobbying Firm Assisting Roanoke in Casino Pursuit
December 18, 2025

Virginia Lobbying Firm Assisting Roanoke in Casino Pursuit

Roanoke has partnered with a Virginia lobbying firm The consulting deal is to promote Roanoke for a casino Ronaoke's state representatives are largely against a casino A Virginia lobbying firm is being paid $6,000 a...

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Atlantic City Government Would Regain Certain Powers Under Republican Bill
December 18, 2025

Atlantic City Government Would Regain Certain Powers Under Republican Bill

New Jersey lawmakers will consider the state's takeover of Atlantic City in 2026 Most of the casino city's governance has been under the state's supervision since 2012 The Atlantic City government and embattled Mayor Marty...

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Did Anyone Win the Powerball $1.25 Billion Jackpot on Wednesday Night?
December 18, 2025

Did Anyone Win the Powerball $1.25 Billion Jackpot on Wednesday Night?

The Powerball jackpot bypassed players again on Wednesday night The Powerball jackpot has gone 44 drawings without a hit No. That's the short answer. No ticket matched Powerball's Wednesday night drawing that came with a...

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Fairfax County, Which Opposes Casino, Moves Forward With Meals Tax Surcharge
December 17, 2025

Fairfax County, Which Opposes Casino, Moves Forward With Meals Tax Surcharge

Dining out in most areas of Fairfax County will become more expensive in 2026 The county is implementing a 4% tax surcharge on meals The county is opposed to a casino to help generate new...

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Pennsylvania: Prediction Markets Fueling Problem Gambling Among Young People
December 17, 2025

Pennsylvania: Prediction Markets Fueling Problem Gambling Among Young People

Pennsylvania is experiencing a surge in problem gambling among younger people A top responsible gaming advocate in the commonwealth blames prediction markets The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) and the Council on Compulsive Gambling of...

Written by Devin O'Connor