Connor Richards

Connor Richards is a seasoned journalist currently serving as the Senior Editor US at PokerNews since January 2022, following a role as U.S. Editor & Live Reporter. Prior experience includes working as a Government Reporter for the Daily Herald, where coverage included the 2020 Vice Presidential Debate and various Utah legislative sessions. Connor's background also features a position as a Peninsula Press Reporter at Stanford University, focusing on criminal justice, and several internships in journalism, including at The Salt Lake Tribune and Ksl.com. An active member of the University of Utah's student media organizations, Connor earned a Master of Arts in Journalism from Stanford University and a Bachelor of Science in Communication and Media Studies from the University of Utah.