Stopgap NYPD Commish Tom Donlon lays down law in first days: ‘Only one voice’
In his first hours on the job, Interim NYPD Commissioner Thomas Donlon warned executives that “I'm the only one with a say in this department,” while privately saying the nation's largest police force was in chaos, sources said. But there are limits to the interim top officer's strict “I'm the boss” attitude. Mayor Eric Adams […]
Indicted buildings commish, city, sued for $150 million
This could result in huge costs for taxpayers. The towing companies claim that “bribery and corruption” by city officials and rival towing companies caused them to lose lucrative city contracts and operating licenses, according to a newly filed $150 million lawsuit naming the city. Runway Towing alleges in a lawsuit filed Thursday in Manhattan Supreme […]
WNBA Commish Apologizes for Not Condemning Abuse from Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese Fans
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert refused to condemn abuse by fans supporting Kaitlyn Clark and Angel Reese, but then reversed course. In a recent interview with CNBC, Engelbert was asked about the intense online abuse between both fan bases, which frequently escalates into racist and sexist slurs. Engelbert said he feels the rivalry between Reese and […]
World Series champ David Wells takes swipe at MLB commish while talking about pitchers’ habits
David Wells, who retired as a World Series-winning pitcher after playing for several teams including the New York Yankees, offered a scathing rebuke of MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred on Wednesday. Wells kicks out “The Ricky Cobb Show” He called Manfred “the worst commissioner in football” and accused him of trying too hard to change the […]
FBI raids home of NYPD Commish Edward Caban, other close Eric Adams allies
FBI agents raided the home of New York Police Commissioner Edward Cabana early Wednesday morning, targeting aides to Mayor Eric Adams, sources said. Law enforcement sources said the raids on Cavan began with agents raiding the homes of Deputy Mayor Phil Banks and Sheena Wright. Another senior aide to Adams, Timothy Pearson, also received a […]
FDNY deputy commish Joseph Pfeifer being booted by new boss
His fire is gone now. New York City Deputy Fire Commissioner Joseph Pfeiffer has been fired by new Commissioner Robert Tucker just days after the new commissioner took office, The Washington Post has learned. Reeder, the police department’s highest-paid officer, making more than $500,000, told colleagues on Friday that he would be forced to step […]
SEC commish stiff arms ‘Horns Down’ question as Texas preps for conference debut
The Texas Longhorns will be playing in SEC play for the first time this season, and their appearance will likely be accompanied by players uttering the taunt “Horns Down.” SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey met with the media on Monday, a week before the start of SEC Media Days, and he was quickly asked if “Horns […]
NBA Commish Adam Silver weighs in on league’s TV rights negotiations amid uncertainty: ‘We are still talking’
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has yet to announce the winner of the league’s media rights race. TNT’s parent company, Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) is in danger of losing its broadcasting rights contract to a competitor. TNT and the NBA have been partners for decades, but a new media deal could include Disney/ESPN, NBC and Amazon, […]
NFL Commish Roger Goodell’s recent back surgery could prevent traditional hugs at NFL Draft: report
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell is scheduled to take the podium Thursday night to begin the 2024 NFL Draft. NFL candidates will likely hear Goodell announce their names. Draftees then walk across the stage wearing their new team hats and pose for photos with Goodell. But he may not get the commissioner’s signature hug. According to […]
Viktor Hovland accuses PGA Tour Commish of sweeping LIV Golf mistake under the rug
Viktor Hovland is not usually an anti-directional character. He always has a smile on his face and tries to keep his comments short and sweet. The day before the 50th Players Championship, he opened up a little. Hovland questioned how PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan has responded since the landmark June 6 announcement was made. […]