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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.
Contact Devin at [email protected].
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Las Vegas Casino Resort Swimming Pools Not Impacted by Water Conservation Rule
The size of new Las Vegas residential swimming pools will soon be restricted to 600 square feet of surface area. But the county rule change will not interfere with the vast outdoor pool complexes that have helped redefine Sin City as much...
Massachusetts Sports Betting Odds Remain Long, Legislature ‘Far Apart’
The odds of Massachusetts sports betting becoming legal continue to lengthen. State lawmakers say substantial differences of opinion remain in how the commonwealth should go about authorizing the expanded gambling. Four Massachusetts border states -- New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and New...
Philadelphia 76ers Arena Developer Also Tried to Build Downtown Casino
The Philadelphia 76ers revealed plans yesterday for a new $1.3 billion home just steps from City Hall and the famed Reading Terminal Market. Philadelphia businessman David Adelman is behind the development of the future NBA arena. Adelman made his money through commercial...
Steve Wynn Founds Political Election Integrity Committee with Karl Rove, Former AG Bill Barr
Steve Wynn, the founder of his namesake Wynn Resorts casino empire, has founded another entity. But this one is in the political arena. Wynn revealed today that he's behind the newly formed nonprofit political organization "Restoring Integrity and Trust in Elections" (RITE)....
Las Vegas Strip Hawaiian Marketplace Set for Redevelopment, Could Accompany New Casino
The heart of the Las Vegas Strip appears headed for a major overhaul. Approximately 15.7 acres of prime real estate on the Las Vegas Strip across from CityCenter is being targeted by two separate developers. Billionaire Tilman Fertitta recently acquired the Travelodge...
Station Casinos Should Donate Properties, says North Las Vegas Mayoral Candidate
Democratic North Las Vegas mayoral candidate Pat Spearman has a plan in mind for what Red Rock Resorts (RRR) should do with two of its shuttered casinos. The company this week announced they would remain closed permanently. But her idea might not...
MLB Players’ Association Concerned League Too Cozy with Sports Betting
The Major League Baseball Players' Association believes MLB might be getting too close with the legal sports betting industry. Tony Clark has served the MLB Players' Association as its executive director since late 2013. Clark has steered the players' interests through several...
Deadwood Casino Regulator Adopts ‘Patron Protection’ Self-Exclusion Policy
Deadwood casinos will soon need to tell South Dakota how they prevent access to those wishing to exclude themselves from gambling. The South Dakota Commission on Gaming regulates Deadwood casinos. The historic gold rush mining town is known for its idyllic Main...
Norfolk to Open Temporary Casino Adjacent to Harbor Park Amid Resort Construction
Developers of the forthcoming Norfolk casino have scrapped plans to open a temporary gaming venue inside the Harbor Park minor league baseball stadium. That's amid the construction of the permanent resort next door. HeadWaters Resort & Casino is a $500 million project...
Atlantic City Casino Workers at Golden Nugget and Resorts Authorize Strike
The majority of Atlantic City casino workers reached new four-year contracts with their resort employers just before the July 4th Independence Day weekend. But union members at Golden Nugget and Resorts say their employers have yet to agree to the terms that...