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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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7954 stories by Devin O'Connor

Pennsylvania gaming industry GGR

Pennsylvania Gaming Industry Sets Another Record, 2025 Revenue Almost $6.8 Billion

Pennsylvania gaming revenue reached $6.79 billion in 2025 Pennsylvania gaming numbers have grown each year for half a decade The Pennsylvania gaming industry set an annual revenue record in 2025. It marked the fifth consecutive year in which gaming revenue in the...

Devin O'Connor January 21, 2026
Jordan Addison arrest Seminole Hard Rock Tampa

Jordan Addison Case Dismissed as State Declines Prosecution of Hard Rock Incident

A trespassing charge against Jordan Addison in Florida has been dismissed The incident occurred at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa Florida State Attorney for the 13th Judicial Circuit Susan Lopez is declining to move forward with charges against NFL...

Devin O'Connor January 21, 2026
Fort Wayne casino Indiana gaming

Fort Wayne Casino Would Bring Region ‘Long-Term Value,’ Says Economic Study

A study suggests a casino in Fort Wayne would be a net positive for the regional economy Indiana lawmakers continue to mull casino legislation to permit a gaming resort in Allen County or elsewhere An economic impact study suggests Fort Wayne betting...

Devin O'Connor January 21, 2026
Santa Anita horse racing betting machines

Santa Anita Wants its Historical Horse Racing Machines Back, Sues California DOJ

Santa Anita Park is suing the California DOJ for seizing its historical horse racing machines The California DOJ plans to demolish the betting machines, unless a court orders otherwise Santa Anita Park has filed a lawsuit against the California Department of Justice...

Devin O'Connor January 21, 2026
North Dakota murder tribal casino homicide

North Dakota Man Has No Recollection of Stabbing Woman Dead in Tribal Casino Hotel

A North Dakota man says he doesn't remember stabbing a woman to death The homicide allegedly occurred inside a Sky Dancer Casino & Resort hotel room A North Dakota man who police believe stabbed a woman to death inside a tribal casino...

Devin O'Connor January 20, 2026
Kathy Hochul New York problem gambling

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul Wants Health Insurance to Cover Gambling Problems

NY Gov. Kathy Hochul wants health insurance companies to pay for problem gambling treatment No state benefits more from online sports betting in terms of tax revenue than New York New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) begins her fifth full year in...

Devin O'Connor January 20, 2026
Indiana Hoosiers college football championship

Seemingly Made-Up — But True — Facts Behind Indiana’s Improbable College Football Championship

The Indiana Hoosiers weren't supposed to win the College Football Playoff National Championship Against all odds, Curt Cignetti scripted a true story seemingly out of a movie The Indiana Hoosiers completed the perfect college football season on Monday night with a 27-21...

Devin O'Connor January 20, 2026
Mike Repole horse racing lawsuit

Billionaire Mike Repole Seeks to Protect Racehorses Through Industry Lawsuit

Mike Repole says his efforts to improve the welfare of racehorses have been unfruitful As a result, he claims he's left with no other choice but to bring legal action against the industry Billionaire Mike Repole has had enough of the current...

Devin O'Connor January 20, 2026
Thailand casinos Pheu Thai wellness tourism

After Folding on Casinos, Thailand’s Pheu Thai Party Turns to ‘Wellness Tourism’

The Pheu Thai Party in Thailand is pitching wellness tourism The party was previously behind an effort to bring casinos to Thailand The 2025 political crisis in Thailand that resulted in Paetongtarn Shinawatra being forcibly removed as prime minister additionally cost her...

Devin O'Connor January 20, 2026
Nevada Democrats immigration CFP Homeland Security

Nevada Democrats Oppose Enhanced Background Checks on Foreign Travelers

Nevada Democrats are opposed to more stringent entry procedures for foreigners The federal government is considering forcing foreigners to provide more information on their applications Nevada's congressional delegation is controlled 5-1 by Democrats. The majority recently wrote United States Homeland Security Director...

Devin O'Connor January 19, 2026