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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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Tim Walz Will Seek Third Term as Minnesota Governor, Bettors Like His Chances
September 17, 2025

Tim Walz Will Seek Third Term as Minnesota Governor, Bettors Like His Chances

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is seeking a third term Walz lost the 2024 presidential election with Kamala Harris Walz says he won't run for president in 2028 Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) will seek a...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Atlantic City Heater Continues, August Casino Revenue Climbs Six Percent to $311.9 Million
September 17, 2025

Atlantic City Heater Continues, August Casino Revenue Climbs Six Percent to $311.9 Million

Atlantic City had its best summer in more than a decade Casino revenue continues to surge, with the nine properties winning almost $2 billion in 2025 through August Atlantic City casinos experienced their best summer...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Adicto al juego que malversó 533.000 dólares de una localidad de Pensilvania condenado a prisión
September 17, 2025

Adicto al juego que malversó 533.000 dólares de una localidad de Pensilvania condenado a prisión

Una exfuncionaria municipal ha sido condenada a prisión por robo. La secretaria y tesorera admitió haber robado para financiar su adicción al juego. Una mujer de Pensilvania pasará al menos los próximos dos años en...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Japan’s Online Gambling Addiction Prompts Country to Ask for Foreign Help
September 16, 2025

Japan’s Online Gambling Addiction Prompts Country to Ask for Foreign Help

The Japanese government is calling on foreign countries to block online gambling in Japan Online gambling is illegal in Japan, but remains easily accessible Despite online gambling being illegal in Japan, the East Asia country...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Is Missouri Ready for Sports Betting? Addiction Experts Say, ‘No’
September 16, 2025

Is Missouri Ready for Sports Betting? Addiction Experts Say, ‘No’

Missouri sportsbooks are set to go live on Dec. 1, 2025 Addiction experts don't think Missouri is ready to handle an expected surge in gambling addiction Missourians authorized sports gambling through a 2024 constitutional ballot...

Written by Devin O'Connor
IRS Warns Sports Bettors That Betting With Unregulated Books Presents Added Risk
September 16, 2025

IRS Warns Sports Bettors That Betting With Unregulated Books Presents Added Risk

The IRS is warning consumers to avoid offshore casino websites and sportsbooks The IRS says such online betting platforms present added risks to bettors The IRS is cautioning sports bettors to only use legal, regulated...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Resorts World Catskills Selloff to Suffolk County in New York Delayed Again
September 15, 2025

Resorts World Catskills Selloff to Suffolk County in New York Delayed Again

Resorts World Catskills is set to be sold to Sullivan County The issuance of the high-yield county bonds hasn't yet commenced The nongaming assets of Resorts World Catskills in upstate New York are set to...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Atlantic City recibe a Jay-Z, Beyoncé y The Weeknd este fin de semana
September 15, 2025

Atlantic City recibe a Jay-Z, Beyoncé y The Weeknd este fin de semana

Reform Alliance celebrará este fin de semana su Casino Night & Gala en Atlantic City Ocean Casino Resort volverá a ser la sede del evento La gala será solo por invitación Atlantic City será el...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Macau Casinos Consider Virtual Live Entertainment, Cite ‘ABBA Voyage’ Success
September 15, 2025

Macau Casinos Consider Virtual Live Entertainment, Cite ‘ABBA Voyage’ Success

Casinos in Macau are considering virtual live entertainment "ABBA Voyage" could overhaul casino residencies Macau casinos are considering a bet on virtual "live" entertainment that allows concertgoers to see their favorite acts -- both present...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Washington State Employee Stole $900K to Fund Gambling Addiction
September 15, 2025

Washington State Employee Stole $900K to Fund Gambling Addiction

A former state employee in Washington will spend the next year and a half in prison for stealing almost $900K to gamble The judge went easy on the embezzler, saying addiction can make upstanding people...

Written by Devin O'Connor