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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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Donald Trump 2024 Odds Improve Following First GOP Debate He Skipped
The Republican Party held its first 2024 presidential primary debate Wednesday evening, hosted by Fox News in Milwaukee. Political bettors say the winner of the two-hour spectacle was the "elephant not in the room," former President Donald Trump. Trump maintains a controlling...
MGM Springfield Casino Taxes to Fund Impaired Driving Study and Gaming’s Impact
Gaming taxes generated by the MGM Springfield will be used to fund a study on impaired driving and whether Massachusetts casinos have led to increased rates of DUIs. Google "casino" and "DUI," and the news search will return an abundance of headlines...
iGaming Thriving in Six States Where Online Casinos Allowed
iGaming, internet gambling with interactive slots and table games, is permitted in only six states. Those half-dozen legal jurisdictions continue to experience revenue growth for the online platforms. With state gaming revenue reports in for July, data for the iGaming market shows...
MGM Springfield Hits Five Years, Local Officials Say Resort Has Strengthened City
MGM Springfield celebrates five years in business on Thursday, August 24. Local officials say the integrated casino resort has predominantly been a strong community partner that has only bettered the area. Las Vegas-based MGM Resorts invested nearly $1 billion to construct its...
Caesars Danville Exceeding Expectations as North Carolina Mulls Competition
Caesars' Danville Casino, just north of Virginia's southern border, has exceeded revenue expectations since its May opening. Opened on May 15, the temporary gaming space features 740 slot machines, 25 live dealer table games, and 28 electronic table games. It has generated...
PGA Tour Officials Say Sports Betting Hasn’t Increased Heckling, Players Disagree
PGA Tour officials claim they haven't seen an uptick in players being heckled by fans despite some recent incidents. It's a position not entirely shared by players. This past Sunday, Max Homa said a fan at the BMW Championship at Olympia Fields...
Atlantic City Casino Profits Tumble 20%, All Nine Resorts in the Black
Atlantic City casinos were profitable in the second quarter, but their bottom lines weren't nearly as robust as they were a year ago. On Tuesday, the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) released the second quarter profit reports for the nine...
Louisiana Casino Revenue Woes Continue, July Marks Yet Another Down Month
Louisiana casino revenue from slot machines and table games continues to disappoint from a year ago. That trend continued in July, the Louisiana Gaming Control Board (LGCB) reported Monday. Gross gaming revenue (GGR) from the state's 15 riverboats and lone land-based casino...
Cosmopolitan Las Vegas Parking Charges for Hotel Guests Become Effective Next Month
Cosmopolitan Las Vegas is the latest Strip resort to do away with free self-parking for casino guests. Beginning next month, the luxury resort will also begin charging parking fees for most overnight guests. MGM Resorts, in May 2022, completed its acquisition of...
Rockingham Officials Clear Path for Possible Casino in North Carolina Town
The Rockingham County Board of Commissioners on Monday night unanimously approved a rezoning request. The move will allow an undefined commercial enterprise to operate on approximately 192 acres of land along US 220 north of Carefree Lane in Stokesdale. Casino.org last month...