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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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Professional Poker Players, Bettors Increasingly Worried About 2026 Tax
December 3, 2025

Professional Poker Players, Bettors Increasingly Worried About 2026 Tax

Deductions for gambling losses against wins are to be reduced next year Nevada lawmakers are seeking to restore the wagering tax deduction to 100% Professional poker players, sports bettors, and other gamblers who rely on...

Written by Devin O'Connor
New York Casinos Threaten Atlantic City: Should Slots Be Allowed at The Meadowlands?
December 3, 2025

New York Casinos Threaten Atlantic City: Should Slots Be Allowed at The Meadowlands?

New Jersey lawmakers are mulling slots in North Jersey New York has approved three casinos in NYC The NY casinos threaten Atlantic City New York greenlit three downstate casinos this week, with one in the...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Fairfax County Supervisors Have Differing Opinions on Tysons Casino
December 3, 2025

Fairfax County Supervisors Have Differing Opinions on Tysons Casino

Legislation is expected again in Virginia to designate Fairfax County for a casino Most residents oppose the gaming push  The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors is struggling to find a consensus regarding ongoing casino talks...

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Closer Look: How Were the New York Casinos Chosen?
December 2, 2025

Closer Look: How Were the New York Casinos Chosen?

The New York Gaming Facility Location Board says it carefully reviewed each casino bid The Board ultimately recommended all three qualified bids for licensure The Board thinks the downstate New York casino market will become...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Steve Cohen is the King of Queens Following Casino Win
December 2, 2025

Steve Cohen is the King of Queens Following Casino Win

Move over, Kevin James, Steve Cohen is the real "King of Queens" Cohen and Hard Rock have secured the right to develop a casino at Willets Point Steve Cohen is accustomed to getting his way....

Written by Devin O'Connor
Underdog Sports Folds on Missouri Sports Betting in Favor of Prediction Market
December 2, 2025

Underdog Sports Folds on Missouri Sports Betting in Favor of Prediction Market

Underdog Sports has terminated its sports betting license in Missouri The betting group is focused on its prediction market partnership with Crypto.com Underdog Sports was supposed to begin taking sports bets in Missouri on Monday,...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Indiana Casino Legislation Would Allow Gaming in Fort Wayne for $50 Million
December 2, 2025

Indiana Casino Legislation Would Allow Gaming in Fort Wayne for $50 Million

Legislation in Indiana seeks to allow a casino in Allen County Allen County is home to Fort Wayne Newly introduced legislation in Indiana could clear the way for Full House Resorts to close its Rising...

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Police Say Mickey Mouse Played a Role in Casino Theft at Crown Sydney
December 1, 2025

Police Say Mickey Mouse Played a Role in Casino Theft at Crown Sydney

Police in Sydney have arrested two people on deception charges The arrest report alleges the two secretly recorded the Crown Sydney casino to gain an edge A couple visiting Australia from Kazakhstan has been arrested...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Government Officials in This Virginia City are Pursuing Casino Privileges
December 1, 2025

Government Officials in This Virginia City are Pursuing Casino Privileges

City leaders in Roanoke want to consider a casino development State lawmakers representing the city don't favor casino gambling The Roanoke City Council isn't folding on its pursuit of a casino despite state lawmakers who...

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New York Casino Bids Approved, Bally’s, Hard Rock, and Resorts World Move Forward
December 1, 2025

New York Casino Bids Approved, Bally’s, Hard Rock, and Resorts World Move Forward

Three downstate New York casinos have been approved Bally's, Hard Rock, and Resorts World will run the New York casinos The New York Gaming Facility Location Board has recommended that the three remaining applicants for...

Written by Devin O'Connor