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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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6747 stories by Devin O'Connor

Ohio gaming revenue Jack Cleveland

Ohio Gaming Revenue Down Nearly 11% in January

Ohio gaming revenue was down nearly 11% to begin the new year. The Buckeye State's casino win woes in January shadowed a nationwide trend suggesting players could be reining in their spending. Ohio is home to seven racinos that offer video lottery...

Devin O'Connor March 4, 2024
New Jersey DGE David Rebuck

New Jersey’s Top Gaming Regulator Praised in Announcing Retirement

New Jersey's top gaming regulator called it quits on Friday after nearly 13 years leading the state Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE). David Rebuck, 71, exits with the honor of being the longest-serving director in DGE history. Rebuck assumed the role in...

Devin O'Connor March 2, 2024
Lawrence Ho Melco Resorts Macau

Melco Resorts’ Lawrence Ho: Company “Cut Too Deep,” Lost Macau Market Share

Melco Resorts founder, Chairman and CEO Lawrence Ho told investors this week that the casino company "cut too deep" regarding operational overhead amid its emergence from the COVID-19 pandemic in Macau. That led to market share losses in the Chinese enclave. Melco,...

Devin O'Connor March 2, 2024
Waterside Norfolk casino Cordish

Norfolk Casino Lawsuit Brought by Waterside Developer Cordish Dismissed

A lawsuit challenging the issuance of the Norfolk casino license has been dismissed in the Virginia Court of Appeals. Baltimore-based Cordish Companies in July 2021 sued the City of Norfolk, the Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority (NRHA), and City Attorney Bernard Pishko....

Devin O'Connor March 2, 2024
Rio Las Vegas World of Hyatt

Hyatt Rewards Members Can Now Earn Loyalty Points at Rio Casino Hotel Las Vegas

World of Hyatt rewards members can now earn and redeem loyalty points at Rio Las Vegas. Rio Hotel & Casino Las Vegas, formerly the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, is undergoing a $340 million property renovation. The off-Strip casino's owner announced in...

Devin O'Connor March 1, 2024
North Carolina sportsbook sports betting

North Carolina Sportsbooks Open, Caesars Begins Taking Online Bets

North Carolina sportsbooks are officially open for online registration. The North Carolina State Lottery Commission -- which is responsible for issuing commercial and tribal online sports betting licenses and for regulating their operations -- announced on Thursday that eight sportsbook operators have...

Devin O'Connor March 1, 2024
Macau casino revenue China New Year

Macau Casino Revenue Down, February Gaming Win Totals $2.29B

Macau casino revenue totaled MOP18.46 billion (US$2.29 billion) in February. Despite a strong Chinese New Year holiday at the region's casinos, the only place in China where slot machines and table games are allowed, February came in short of analyst expectations. Analysts...

Devin O'Connor March 1, 2024
Maryland iGaming online casino gambling

Maryland iGaming Opposed By Most State Residents: Poll

A new poll commissioned by a group opposed to online casino gambling in Maryland finds inadequate support to pass a ballot referendum authorizing iGaming this November. The Maryland Retailers Alliance (MRA) lobbies lawmakers in Annapolis on behalf of retail businesses. The organization...

Devin O'Connor February 29, 2024
Las Vegas Strip casino revenue Nevada

Las Vegas Strip Casino Revenue Slows, Follows 2024 National Trend

In January 2024, Las Vegas Strip casinos experienced their first monthly revenue decline since June 2023. But Nevada casinos elsewhere made up the difference to still post a gain to kick off the new year. The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) reported...

Devin O'Connor February 29, 2024
Resorts World New York City Genting

Resorts World New York City Unveils $5B Full Casino License Plan

Resorts World New York City is among a crowded bidding pool trying to land one of New York's three downstate casino licenses. That would that permit Las Vegas-style slot machines, table games, and sports betting. Resorts World NYC is a racino that...

Devin O'Connor February 29, 2024