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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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Philippines Casinos to Remain Under Government Control Until at Least 2026
Philippines casinos owned by the government will remain under the state's control until at least 2026. The Philippines is home to both commercial and government-held casinos. The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation(PAGCOR) regulates commercial gaming resorts in Manila and in special freeport...
North Carolina Man Who Won $1.5M at Casino Pleads Guilty to Federal Charges
A North Carolina man who won nearly $1.5 million playing slot machines at a tribal casino pleaded guilty to federal charges for embezzling hundreds of thousands of dollars from his place of employment. Russel Edward Hester, 72, of Rutherfordton, this week entered...
New Jersey Republicans to Rescue Stalled Effort to Ban Atlantic City Casino Smoking
New Jersey Republicans have come out in support of extinguishing smoking inside Atlantic City casinos. In recent years, legislation to close the smoking loophole afforded to casinos in Atlantic City and parimutuel wagering facilities garnered enough support to pass the New Jersey...
Norfolk Casino Development Confirms Boyd Gaming Involvement
The Norfolk casino project has a new development partner in Boyd Gaming, the Las Vegas-based gaming firm that is one of the nation's largest regional resort operators. Casino.org reported earlier this month that the Pamunkey Indian Tribe, Norfolk's preferred gaming developer that...
Missouri Sports Betting Campaigns Begin Rallying Troops
The Missouri sports betting referendum is officially set for the November 5 ballot after a state judge last week dismissed a lawsuit challenging the legitimacy of the campaign's canvassing procedures. Soon after Cole County Circuit Court Judge Daniel Green rejected the lawsuit...
Kamala Harris’ Odds Improve After 2024 Debate Against Donald Trump
By most accounts, Vice President Kamala Harris was deemed the winner of Tuesday night's presidential debate against former President Donald Trump. Her strong performance wasn't a total surprise, as she was the betting favorite on the political wagering exchange Polymarket to be...
Mega Millions Jackpot Hits, $800M Winning Ticket Sold in Texas
We have a winner. After 27 consecutive Mega Millions drawings without a ticket matching the five white balls and gold Mega Ball, the jackpot finally hit on Tuesday, September 10. ? Tuesday night's winning numbers were 1, 2, 16, 24, and 66,...
Bet365 Faces More Backlash for Adjusting Odds After Bets Placed
Bet365 is facing a slew of criticism on Tuesday after the sportsbook adjusted odds on accepted bets after realizing that a backup running back would be the starter for the San Francisco 49ers during the team's "Monday Night Football" game. Jordan Mason...
Republican Jewish Coalition Announces Record Ad Buy to Support Donald Trump
The Republican Jewish Coalition (RJC), heavily supported by Las Vegas Sands billionaire Dr. Miriam Adelson, announced on Monday that it will spend $10 million in the key 2024 battleground states of Pennsylvania, Nevada, Georgia, Michigan, and Arizona to put former President Donald...
Illinois City Reportedly Trying to Woo Boyd Gaming With Land-Based Casino Incentives
Las Vegas-based Boyd Gaming has operated the Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino in East Peoria, Ill., for 28 years. Local officials in neighboring Peoria are reportedly hoping to lure Boyd to the west side of the Illinois River for a new brick-and-mortar property. WMBD...