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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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Caesars Entertainment Hosting National Hiring Day Later This Month
Caesars Entertainment is seeking to fulfill hundreds of job openings at its casino resorts across the nation. Later this month, the casino giant will hold job fairs for the company's 52 domestic locations. Dubbed the "Caesars National Day of Hiring 2022," most...
Virginia Is Not for Bettors, State Lawmaker Contends With Gaming Statute
Last year, legal online sports betting commenced in Virginia. Some mobile sportsbooks have been quick to steal the commonwealth's famed tagline - "Virginia is for Lovers" - for their marketing materials. But state lawmakers say the iconic motto should not be used...
Osaka Council Votes Against IR Referendum, Bettering MGM Casino Odds in Japanese City
For years, Osaka has been pursuing an integrated resort (IR). But as costs continue to soar and with the host city now expecting to be on the hook for approximately $1.37 billion, much opposition is arising. Osaka city councilmembers who align with...
Petersburg, Va., Casino Dreams Canned, as Senate Committee Dismisses Gaming Bill
Bringing a casino to Petersburg, Va., was a short-lived dream for those who supported the effort, most notably Virginia state Senator Joe Morrissey (D-Richmond). Morrissey introduced Senate Bill 203 soon after voters in Richmond rejected a local ballot referendum last November regarding...
Nevada Mask Mandate Lifted Ahead of Super Bowl Weekend, Las Vegas Casinos Rejoice
The mandatory wearing of masks in Nevada is over. Governor Steve Sisolak (D) lifted the emergency health order today, February 10. Effective immediately, face coverings are no longer required inside public buildings, including casinos, regardless of vaccination status. Public schools and businesses,...
Deadwood Casinos Struggle to Find Consensus on Mobile Sports Betting
South Dakota's Deadwood casinos are permitted to operate sportsbooks in their brick-and-mortar establishments, so long as they first pay the state a $5,000 licensing fee for the expanded gambling privilege. The Deadwood Gaming Association (DGA) represents the 18 gaming casinos in town....
Evolution Gaming Says New Jersey iGaming Regulatory Complaint ‘Falsified’
Evolution AB provided an update this week on the ongoing probe into its alleged regulatory shortcomings. Evolution Gaming, the interactive gaming firm's US subsidiary, was the subject of a complaint filed in November with the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE)....
Cordish Companies Mixed-Use Development in Florida Causes Uproar
Baltimore-based gaming operator Cordish Companies shares a similar wish among the nation's largest casino companies dreaming of entering Florida. While lawsuits and legislative efforts continue to play out regarding the Seminole Tribe's monopoly on casino gambling, and potentially iGaming and sports betting,...
Las Vegas Mask Mandate Expected to End, as Nevada Likely to Follow National Trend
The Las Vegas mask mandate is expected to soon be lifted by Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak (D). The word on the Strip is that Sisolak will announce the ending of his executive order requiring people to wear face masks while inside all...
Wind Creek Bethlehem to Decrease Slot Allotment, Casino Cites Social Distancing
Wind Creek Bethlehem wants to declutter its casino floor by removing 655 slot machines. The commercial casino owned and operated by Alabama's Poarch Band of Creek Indians (PBCI) says the decision to remove terminals is because of? patrons' changing behaviors. PBCI, through...