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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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Macau Casinos Win $2.63 Billion in November as Nongaming Initiatives Pay Off
December 1, 2025

Macau Casinos Win $2.63 Billion in November as Nongaming Initiatives Pay Off

Macau casinos won $2.63 billion in November 2025 has been a good year for casinos in the Chinese enclave China's economy will determine the fate of the ongoing rally in 2026 Macau casino revenue reached...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Black Friday Las Vegas Deals Aplenty with Deep Room Discounts, No Resort Fees
November 30, 2025

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...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Nevada Gaming Control Board Issues Another Warning About Sports Event Contracts
November 30, 2025

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...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Details Emerge Regarding Funeral Director Who Allegedly Stole Pre-Arrangement Money to Gamble
November 29, 2025

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...

Written by Devin O'Connor
New York Casino Decisions Come Monday
November 29, 2025

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...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Will Determine Fate of Controversial Skill Games
November 27, 2025

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...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Las Vegas Tourism Remained Down in October Despite Uptick in Convention Attendance
November 26, 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...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Thanksgiving Closes Most Businesses, Casinos Are an Exception
November 26, 2025

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...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Mississippi Gulf Coast Casino Buffets Dishing Thanksgiving With Crab Legs
November 26, 2025

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...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Rivers Casino Pittsburgh Valued at Nearly $1 Billion Following Restructuring
November 26, 2025

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...

Written by Devin O'Connor