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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

casinos iGaming fraud offshore gaming

Casinos Where iGaming Isn’t Allowed Caution Public About Fraudulent Ads

Jake's 58 says an online casino ad running in New York is fraudulent Offshore gaming websites continue to illegally use legitimate casinos' likenesses in online ads iGaming is legal in only seven states Land-based casinos operating in states where online slots and...

Devin O'Connor April 15, 2025
Ocean Casino Resort Atlantic City

Ocean Casino Resort Announces $50 Million Renovation, Family-Friendly Entertainment

Ocean Casino Resort is investing $50 million in property upgrades The project will renovate 559 hotel rooms that first opened back in 2012 A family-friendly mini putt putt course is also planned Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City is investing $50 million...

Devin O'Connor April 15, 2025
Mount Airy Casino Resort lawsuit Pennsylvania

Mount Airy Casino Resort Lawsuit Class Grows to 75 Plaintiffs

Mount Airy Casino Resort is accused of underpaying table game dealers 75 dealers have joined the proposed class action lawsuit The casino has yet to respond to the federal lawsuit The proposed federal class action lawsuit against Mount Airy Casino Resort has...

Devin O'Connor April 14, 2025
casino shooting Osage Oklahoma

Casino Shooting Manhunt Continues in Oklahoma, Texans Told to Be On High Alert

The Tulsa Osage Casino was the site of a weekend shooting Police continue to search for suspected gunman It's unclear what led to the gunfire Law enforcement in Oklahoma and Texas continue to search for a suspected gunman allegedly involved in a...

Devin O'Connor April 14, 2025
BetMGM online sports betting void

BetMGM Bettors Claim Online Sportsbook Wrongly Terminated Winning Bets

BetMGM bettors say their bets were voided by the online sportsbook BetMGM says the bets were terminated due to an "obvious error" One bettor was made full despite the tech glitch Two BetMGM bettors are speaking out against the online sportsbook run...

Devin O'Connor April 14, 2025
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Nevada Lottery Bill Fails After Assembly Speaker Yeager Shelves Legislation

Nevada doesn't have a lottery Lottery legislation will remain on hold for at least another year Casinos oppose allowing a lottery to come to Nevada A Nevada lottery bill to possibly end the state's prohibition of lottery games has been put on...

Devin O'Connor April 14, 2025
Bally's casino smoking Rhode Island

Bally’s Lobbies Rhode Island Lawmakers Against Tobacco Ban, Claims Smoking Attracts Players

Bally's says indoor smoking helps its Rhode Island casinos Rhode Island lawmakers are again considering legislation to end casino smoking Casino smoking is legally prohibited in neighboring Massachusetts Bally's Corporation is lobbying lawmakers in its home state of Rhode Island to oppose...

Devin O'Connor April 12, 2025
Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast John Travolta

Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast Reopens, Closure Sparks Wild John Travolta Rumor

Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast has reopened following a one-day shutdown The casino didn't provide a specific reason for the closure Rumors ran rampant, including one involving actor John Travolta Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast in Bay St. Louis, Miss., has reopened following a...

Devin O'Connor April 11, 2025
Caesars Virginia casino tax revenue Danville

Caesars Virginia Could Help Offset Utility Rate Increases for Danville Residents

Danville is considering using casino taxes to offset utility hikes Caesars Virginia is the top-performing casino in Virginia The $750 million resort opened in December 2024 Caesars Virginia was authorized by local officials and residents as a way to provide new tax...

Devin O'Connor April 11, 2025
Atlantic City Claridge Sands redevelopment

$1 Billion Development Pitched for Atlantic City; Will This One Come to Fruition?

A real estate developer has pitched a more than $1 billion overhaul of the Claridge and former Sands lot in Atlantic City The project is seeking state assistance in financing the nongaming project Atlantic City continues to be targeted for development Atlantic...

Devin O'Connor April 11, 2025