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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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Powerball Makes History as Jackpot Dodges Players Again, Prize Swells to $1.7 Billion
September 4, 2025

Powerball Makes History as Jackpot Dodges Players Again, Prize Swells to $1.7 Billion

The Powerball jackpot for Saturday, September 6, is an estimated $1.7 billion Powerball's top prize hasn't been won since May 31, 2025 The Powerball run has delivered many life-changing wins Saturday's Powerball drawing will make...

Written by Devin O'Connor
American Gaming Association President Tells The Public Responsible ‘Gambling Isn’t Bad’
September 3, 2025

American Gaming Association President Tells The Public Responsible ‘Gambling Isn’t Bad’

The American Gaming Association encourages bettors to bet responsibly The NFL season kicks off this week Legal bets on NFL games this season are expected to reach $30 billion Bill Miller, the president and CEO...

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Various Casino Workers Qualify for One Big Beautiful Bill ‘No Tax on Tips’ Deduction
September 3, 2025

Various Casino Workers Qualify for One Big Beautiful Bill ‘No Tax on Tips’ Deduction

Many casino workers qualify to have their tax obligations reduced "No Tax on Tips" was authorized through the One Big Beautiful Bill President Donald Trump had pledged to reduce taxes on tips Among the many...

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Cherokee Nation Will Appeal Arkansas Casino Ruling that Squashed Legends Resort
September 3, 2025

Cherokee Nation Will Appeal Arkansas Casino Ruling that Squashed Legends Resort

The Cherokee Nation will appeal a federal ruling that went against its Arkansas casino plans The tribe has been seeking to build and open a casino in Russell for many years The Cherokee Nation will...

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National Guard Sent to Baltimore Ahead of Ravens Kickoff, Could Help Horseshoe Casino
September 3, 2025

National Guard Sent to Baltimore Ahead of Ravens Kickoff, Could Help Horseshoe Casino

President Donald Trump is sending the National Guard to Baltimore Baltimore is home to Horseshoe Casino, a casino that has long struggled because of nearby crime On Tuesday, President Donald Trump expanded his federal intervention...

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La bancarrota de la empresa Publishers Clearing House deja de pagar premios a sus ganadores
September 3, 2025

La bancarrota de la empresa Publishers Clearing House deja de pagar premios a sus ganadores

Un operador de casinos de la modalidad sweepstakes ha adquirido Publishers Clearing House Ganadores en la plataforma PCH afirman que ya no se realizan pagos de premios desde que la empresa se declarara en la...

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Pragmatic Play Exiting Sweepstakes Casino Market in United States
September 2, 2025

Pragmatic Play Exiting Sweepstakes Casino Market in United States

Pragmatic Play is exiting the sweepstakes market in the U.S. Sweepstakes casinos continue to face legal scrutiny Pragmatic was named as a defendant in the Los Angeles civil suit Pragmatic Play is pulling out of...

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‘Pawn Stars’ Boss Rick Harrison Blames ‘COVID Hangover’ for Las Vegas Struggles
September 2, 2025

‘Pawn Stars’ Boss Rick Harrison Blames ‘COVID Hangover’ for Las Vegas Struggles

Rick Harrison says Las Vegas must adapt to appease customers' frustrations The "Pawn Stars" boss blamed COVID-19 for the city getting greedy "Pawn Stars" boss Rick Harrison, the owner of the famed Gold & Silver...

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Powerball Labor Day Drawing: 161 Tickets Miss $1.1 Billion Prize by a Single Number
September 2, 2025

Powerball Labor Day Drawing: 161 Tickets Miss $1.1 Billion Prize by a Single Number

The Powerball jackpot evaded players again during the September 1 drawing The jackpot has grown to $1.3 billion, with the cash option at $589 million Powerball is drawn on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday nights The...

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Thailand Casino Odds Lengthen With PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra Officially Removed
September 1, 2025

Thailand Casino Odds Lengthen With PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra Officially Removed

Paetongtarn Shinawatra is no longer the prime minister of Thailand Her removal greatly hurts the odds of casinos coming to Thailand The odds of casino resorts coming to Thailand lengthened greatly last week with the...

Written by Devin O'Connor