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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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Thinking of Moving to Las Vegas? Think Twice Before Buying in This Luxury Community
October 1, 2025

Thinking of Moving to Las Vegas? Think Twice Before Buying in This Luxury Community

Del Webb at Lake Las Vegas homeowners claim their homes were poorly built A prominent Las Vegas attorney is prepping a class action lawsuit against the planned community's contractor Since 2020, hundreds of thousands of...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Cuatro propuestas de casino en Nueva York permanecen tras la aprobación de Metropolitan Park
October 1, 2025

Cuatro propuestas de casino en Nueva York permanecen tras la aprobación de Metropolitan Park

Cuatro propuestas de casino compiten por tres licencias disponibles en el sur del estado de Nueva York MGM, Genting y Hard Rock son los favoritos Bally’s es el contendiente más débil Lo que en un...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Federal Government Shutdown Could Further Strain Las Vegas Tourism
September 30, 2025

Federal Government Shutdown Could Further Strain Las Vegas Tourism

Travel experts hope the US government avoids a shutdown A shutdown could further hurt the Las Vegas tourism industry Congress continues to work in the Capitol to avoid a shutdown of the federal government at...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Four New York City Casino Bids Remain After Metropolitan Park Approved
September 30, 2025

Four New York City Casino Bids Remain After Metropolitan Park Approved

Four casino bids remain for downstate New York's three available licenses MGM, Genting, and Hard Rock are the favorites Bally's is the underdog Once expected to be a difficult process for the New York Gaming...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Publishers Clearing House Guarantees Future Winners Their Winnings Will Be Paid
September 30, 2025

Publishers Clearing House Guarantees Future Winners Their Winnings Will Be Paid

Publishers Clearing House is again taking out insurance to protect its winners PCH was acquired in June by an online sweepstakes casino company Winners under the previous PCH ownership have seen their "forever" prize payments...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Kansas Sports Betting Tax Could Increase as States Continue to Seek Bigger Cuts
September 30, 2025

Kansas Sports Betting Tax Could Increase as States Continue to Seek Bigger Cuts

Kansas lawmakers are considering raising taxes on sportsbooks Kansas taxes gross sports betting revenue at 10% The 10% sportsbook tax is among the lowest in the nation Kansas sports betting taxes are primed for an...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Gaza War Has Increased Problem Gambling Among Israelis, Hebrew University Reports
September 29, 2025

Gaza War Has Increased Problem Gambling Among Israelis, Hebrew University Reports

The Gaza War has led to gambling problems among some Israeli men Gambling is a form of entertainment that some use to distract their mind Gambling, however, can lead to societal addiction The ongoing Gaza...

Written by Devin O'Connor
NYC Mayoral Race Odds Improve for Andrew Cuomo Following Eric Adams’ Withdrawal
September 29, 2025

NYC Mayoral Race Odds Improve for Andrew Cuomo Following Eric Adams’ Withdrawal

Eric Adams is no longer seeking reelection as mayor of New York City Adams's exit has slightly improved Andrew Cuomo's chances Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani remains the betting favorite The NYC mayoral odds have tipped...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Casino.org Demolishes Guinness World Record for ‘Most Casinos Visited in 24 Hours’
September 29, 2025

Casino.org Demolishes Guinness World Record for ‘Most Casinos Visited in 24 Hours’

Casino.org and two adventure seekers set a new Guinness World Record The team visited and gambled in 115 casinos in 24 hours It sets a new benchmark for the "Most Casinos Visited in 24 Hours" For over...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Las Vegas Visitation Struggles Endure, but Casinos Benefit From Strong Baccarat Performance
September 29, 2025

Las Vegas Visitation Struggles Endure, but Casinos Benefit From Strong Baccarat Performance

Las Vegas visitor volume remains down in 2025 Despite fewer visitors, casino revenue has increased Las Vegas has experienced tourism woes this summer, with pundits citing the continued rise of resort and parking fees, dining...

Written by Devin O'Connor