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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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6739 stories by Devin O'Connor

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Richmond Judge OK’s Second Casino Vote, But State Lawmakers Could Supersede

Richmond Circuit Court Judge Reilly Marchant has handed officials in the Virginia capital the decision they've been seeking. Marchant this week approved a request from the Richmond City Council to ask local voters during the 2022 election on November 8 to again...

Devin O'Connor March 22, 2022
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Singapore Casinos Show Visitation Up, 2022 Numbers Indicate Recovery

Singapore casinos are major beneficiaries of increased international travel into the island city-state, which is soaring in 2022 so far year-over-year. The number of foreigners entering Singapore this year is surging, compared with early 2021. The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) reports that...

Devin O'Connor March 21, 2022
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Unregistered Virginia Skill Gaming Establishments Face Felony Charge

Virginia skill gaming establishments that haven't registered with the state Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Authority are at risk of a felony charge, a local district attorney says. In a letter addressed to known businesses offering the controversial skill gaming machines without ABC...

Devin O'Connor March 21, 2022
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Esports Entertainment Touts Video Game Tourneys to Get Young Inside Casinos

Esports Entertainment Group, a Malta-based gaming and sports betting firm, believes it holds the secret to luring younger people into casinos: competitive video gaming. Esports Entertainment facilitated Atlantic City's first skill-based esports betting event over the weekend. The two-day Madden '22 tournament...

Devin O'Connor March 21, 2022
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KISS Casino in Biloxi Still a Go, Developer Says, Despite Property Listed for Sale

A $200 million casino project tied to American rock legends KISS remains on track. That's despite development impediments caused by COVID-19 and the land where it is to be built recently being listed for sale. In 2020, local developer Tom Moore reached...

Devin O'Connor March 21, 2022
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Tahoe Biltmore to Cease Operations, Demolition Planned to Make Way for Luxury Resort

The Tahoe Biltmore's days are numbered after a 76-year run. California-based real estate group EKN Development acquired the historic Lake Tahoe casino and resort last September for $56.8 million. The 15-acre property purchase is for EKN to make way for a luxury...

Devin O'Connor March 19, 2022
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Staffing App Goodwrx Cofounded by Former Caesars CEO Partners with Las Vegas Union

Goodwrx, a staffing app in Las Vegas that links workers with casino resorts and other businesses, has reached a partnership with the leading union in Southern Nevada. Goodwrx was cofounded last fall by Mark Frissora, who led the former Caesars Entertainment organization...

Devin O'Connor March 18, 2022
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Alabama Lottery Bill Progresses, But Clock Ticking on Legislative Session

Legislation to establish a state-run lottery in Alabama found favor in a House committee this week. The bill now moves to the full chamber floor for consideration. The House Economic Development and Tourism Committee yesterday approved House Bill 501. The bipartisan legislation,...

Devin O'Connor March 18, 2022
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Pennsylvania Gaming Revenue Continues Slide, February Win Totals $375.6M

The Pennsylvania gaming industry is now on a three-month revenue slide after posting record revenue in November. Gross gaming revenue (GGR) last month totaled a little more than $375.6 million, which represents a 4.4% month-to-month decline. Pennsylvania is the nation's third-largest gaming...

Devin O'Connor March 18, 2022
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Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson Draw Masters Action Despite Long Odds of Playing

Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson have eight green jackets between the two of them, so the betting enthusiasm behind the two World Golf Hall of Fame members for next month's Masters isn't exactly surprising. What is surprising is that substantial wagers continue...

Devin O'Connor March 18, 2022