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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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6738 stories by Devin O'Connor

Hard Rock Bristol Virginia casino

Hard Rock Bristol Makes History, Opens Virginia’s First Casino

Hard Rock Bristol made history today by opening as Virginia's first casino. The Commonwealth, one of the original Thirteen Colonies, ended its centuries-long opposition to casino gambling in 2020. That's when state lawmakers and then-Gov. Ralph Northam (D) authorized commercial gaming resorts...

Devin O'Connor July 8, 2022
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Donald Trump to Stump in Las Vegas for Nevada Republicans Joe Lombardo, Adam Laxalt

Former President Donald Trump is in Las Vegas today, where he'll walk the campaign trail with Nevada Republicans Joe Lombardo and Adam Laxalt. Lombardo is the sheriff of Clark County and the top cop with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. He's...

Devin O'Connor July 8, 2022
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Las Vegas Strip Malls, Travelodge Close To Make Way for Possible Casino

The Las Vegas Strip is likely set for a major change. And the overhaul is expected right in the heart of the most famous casino drag on planet Earth. Casino.org first broke the news in March that Houston billionaire Tilman Fertitta, whose...

Devin O'Connor July 8, 2022
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Michigan Gaming Control Board Funding Increases as Responsibilities Expand

The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) is tasked with ensuring that Detroit's three brick-and-mortar casinos, as well as online gaming and sports betting operations, are conducted in a fair and transparent manner. With internet gaming and mobile wagering continuing to flourish and...

Devin O'Connor July 8, 2022
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Deadwood Casino Patron Charged with Grand Theft Denies Wrongdoing

The trials for six people accused of cheating a Deadwood casino out of more than $100,000 in cash began this week. The first individual entered a not guilty plea. A Lawrence County grand jury in May indicted six individuals for their alleged...

Devin O'Connor July 7, 2022
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Bally’s Las Vegas Sportsbook to Become Horseshoe Arcade, as Rebrand Continues

Bally's Las Vegas closed its on-site sportsbook last month. Caesars Entertainment at the time said little regarding the sports and racebook being shuttered. But white walls blocking access to the roughly 7,000 square foot area suggested it was set for a major...

Devin O'Connor July 7, 2022
Dream Las Vegas casino resort airport Strip

Dream Las Vegas Casino Hotel Ready to Break Ground on $550M Strip Development

The Dream Las Vegas Hotel & Casino project adjacent to Harry Reid International Airport plans to break ground on the more than half billion-dollar undertaking tomorrow, July 8. The Dream Hotel Group, based in New York City, currently operates four properties in...

Devin O'Connor July 7, 2022
The Point Casino Washington handgun firearm

Washington Casino Gambler Charged with Pointing Firearm at Dealer

The Point Casino & Hotel in Kingston, Wa., was the site of an incident last month involving an unruly 24-year-old gambler. His intoxicated state led to him brandishing a firearm and pointing it at a blackjack table game dealer. Kitsap County police...

Devin O'Connor July 7, 2022
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FireKeepers Casino Helping Fund Mascot Name Changes for Michigan Schools

The FireKeepers Casino Hotel in Battle Creek, Mich., is helping cover the costs associated with removing mascot names and logos deemed offensive and/or racist from four public schools. Each year, the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi, a federally recognized Native American...

Devin O'Connor July 6, 2022
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Pennsylvania Lawmaker Seeks to End Diesel Requirement for Video Gaming Terminals

A Pennsylvania lawmaker says gas stations and truck stops shouldn't have to sell a certain amount of diesel fuel each month in order to qualify for video gaming terminals (VGTs) inside their businesses. State Rep. Seth Grove (R-York) believes the state's 2017...

Devin O'Connor July 6, 2022