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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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7891 stories by Devin O'Connor

Crown Resorts Australia Perth casino

Crown Resorts Appoints Former Western Australia Treasurer Chair of Crown Perth

Crown Resorts has named two new key officials to oversee Crown Perth Crown continues its corporate overhaul in hopes of being deemed suitable to conduct gambling games by government regulators Crown Perth is the oldest casino property in Crown's three-resort portfolio Embattled...

Devin O'Connor May 27, 2025
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Georgia Businessman Floats Riverboat Casino, Upstream Battle Stands in His Way

A businessman in Georgia wants to operate a riverboat casino Georgia law currently bars most forms of gambling Georgia lawmakers, however, have seemingly eased their opposition to gambling recently A Georgia businessman wants to develop and operate a riverboat casino and events...

Devin O'Connor May 27, 2025
legal iGaming unattended children casino

Legal iGaming Not Stopping Adults From Leaving Children Unattended Outside Casinos

Two Rhode Island adults are accused of leaving kids in a car outside a casino The incident occurred at Bally's Twin River Lincoln The casino's security team assisted in the arrests iGaming, where online casinos allow gamblers to lawfully gamble from their...

Devin O'Connor May 26, 2025
Northern Virginia casino Fairfax County

Northern Virginia Casino Spurs Differing Views From Democratic Lt. Governor Candidates

Six Democrats are seeking their party's ticket to run for lieutenant governor in Virginia The candidates have differing views on a casino in Northern Virginia Legislation to designate Fairfax County for a casino stalled earlier this year The six Democratic candidates seeking...

Devin O'Connor May 26, 2025
DraftKings Casino Queen robbery crime

Arrest Made in DraftKings Casino Queen Holdup, Three People Face Felony Charges

Police are seeking two people charged with first-degree robbery and armed criminal action A third person allegedly involved in the criminal act has been arrested The armed robbery occurred after a man left an Illinois casino with a wad of cash Three...

Devin O'Connor May 26, 2025
Silverstein Properties Avenir New York City

Silverstein Properties Unveils Avenir New York City Casino Vision

Silverstein Properties is further detailing its New York City bid Silverstein is partnered with Rush Street Gaming and Greenwood Gaming and Entertainment The casino plan targets Manhattan's Hell's Kitchen The New York City casino bid by Silverstein Properties that includes gaming and...

Devin O'Connor May 26, 2025
Las Vegas Memorial Day hotel room

Las Vegas Memorial Day Projections Slightly Subdued From 2024

AAA is forecasting record travel for the 2025 Memorial Day Las Vegas is a top destination this week Las Vegas is likely to welcome 340,000 visitors Las Vegas is bustling this weekend, as the unofficial kickoff to summer begins with the Memorial...

Devin O'Connor May 24, 2025
Blackstone Clarion Events ICE gaming conference

Bellagio Owner Blackstone Lists Clarion Events, ICE Organizer, For Sale

Clarion Events is reportedly being sold by Blackstone The private equity firm has considerable investments in the gaming industry Clarion is the event organizer behind ICE (International Casinos Exhibition)  Blackstone Inc., the private equity and alternative investment giant, is reportedly shopping Clarion...

Devin O'Connor May 23, 2025
Saks Fifth Avenue casino Costco

Saks Fifth Avenue, After Folding on Casino Project, Turns to Costco

Men's apparel from Saks Fifth Avenue could soon be sold by Costco Saks and Costco have not confirmed the partnership Saks recently ditched its pursuit of a casino in New York City Saks Fifth Avenue recently abandoned its plans to incorporate a...

Devin O'Connor May 23, 2025
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Report: Japanese Gamblers Risked $45 Billion on Illegal Online Casino Sites in 2024

Officials in Japan say illegal online gambling continues to mount Illegal online sports betting on soccer is of utmost concern Japan will welcome its first land-based casino in the coming years Gambling in Japan remains limited to the state-run lottery, the sports...

Devin O'Connor May 23, 2025