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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.
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Catawba Nation Seeking to Reduce Separation Fee From Casino Financier
The Catawba Nation is on the hook to pay a North Carolina-based firm called SkyBoat, LLC, a $125 million fee. That's should the tribe dissolve its partnership for the commercial entity to bankroll and manage its permanent casino resort. The Catawba Nation...
Fairfax County Casino Bill Could Be Reintroduced in 2024, Virginia Senator Says
The failed effort earlier this year to qualify Fairfax County as a possible location for a commercial casino could be reignited next year in the Virginia General Assembly. In January, state Sen. David Marsden (D-Burke) and Del. Wren Williams (R-Stuart) filed identical...
Powerball Ticket Sold in California Wins $1.765B Jackpot
California's lucky Powerball streak continued Wednesday night, as a single ticket sold in Frazier Park claimed a $1.765 billion annuitized jackpot. The prize, the second-richest in Powerball and U.S. lottery history, has a one-time cash value of approximately $774.1 million. The Powerball...
Caesars Entertainment to Offset Energy Needs in Atlantic City With Solar Canopies
Caesars Entertainment is reducing its carbon footprint and utility consumption in Atlantic City through solar, clean energy that converts sunlight into electrical energy through photovoltaic panels. Caesars in 2018 announced its lofty goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2050. The Caesars Palace...
MGM Resorts CEO Bill Hornbuckle Says Cyberattack ‘Totally Behind Us’
MGM Resorts CEO Bill Hornbuckle says the devastating cyberattack on the casino company's IT systems is in the firm's rearview mirror. In a wide-ranging interview on Tuesday with CNBC's Contessa Brewer at the Global Gaming Expo in Las Vegas, the preeminent gaming...
Upstate New York Casino and Gaming Venues Align to Fight for Fair Seneca Compact
A newly formed political coalition consisting of an upstate New York casino and three video lottery racetrack venues says it will lobby state lawmakers in Albany and Gov. Kathy Hochul's (D) administration. They seek a fair and even playing field in the...
Powerball Players Put Odds and Reason Aside as They Continue Jackpot Quest
Millions of Powerball players will anxiously await the five white balls and red Powerball during Wednesday night's drawing in hopes of becoming an instant multimillionaire. But the odds are very good that you, your friend, your neighbor, and everyone else you know...
Pennsylvania Police Seeking Man Who Allegedly Ripped Off Skill Gaming Business
Police in Pennsylvania are seeking to identify a man who allegedly robbed a convenience store in Dillsburg by presenting a cashier with fake skill gaming vouchers in the amount of $4,000. Officers with the Carroll Township Police Department said at around 9...
DraftKings Sportsbook at TPC Scottsdale Tees Up Opening Date
The DraftKings Sportsbook at TPC Scottsdale has announced an opening date for the retail sports betting and hospitality venue. Arizona lawmakers and then-Gov. Doug Ducey (R) in 2021 authorized sports betting for the state's many gaming tribes holding Class III compacts. The...
North Carolina House Speaker Tim Moore Says Casino Push ‘Makes Sense’ in 2024
North Carolina House Speaker Tim Moore (R-Cleveland) and Senate President Pro Tempore Phil Berger (R-Rockingham) might have folded on their casino efforts in 2022, but the odds are good the Republican leaders in the Raleigh capital will be back next year to...