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WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to retire after transformative, tumultuous tenure
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— Sep 4, 2026
Cathy Engelbert announced she will retire as WNBA commissioner after the 2026 season, concluding a seven-year tenure that drove record growth, major media deals, and expanded the league while drawing scrutiny over leadership and player relations. Reactions were mixed, with praise from NBA's Adam Silver and notable critics like Stephen A. Smith, alongside ongoing discussions about succession planning and the future direction of the league.
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Dana Whitfield
Whoever takes over next needs to actually listen to the players from day one, that was the biggest complaint about Engelbert's whole run.
Crisis expert urges WNBA commissioner Engelbert resignation
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— Jul 21, 2026
Embattled WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert faces intensified scrutiny over responses to on-court incidents, player safety, and online harassment, even as she engages with players’ committees and league leadership to address consistency and protections. Amid ongoing tensions, observers note the league’s expanding business footprint and Engelbert’s efforts to bolster communication and security while navigating criticism from players and public figures.
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Lawmakers Take Hard Stance On WNBA Violence
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— Jul 10, 2026
Eleven Republican lawmakers have drawn a hard line in the sand. They are not waiting for the WNBA to fix its own safety issues. The league must stop ignoring the violence against Caitlin Clark. On July 8, 2026, a group led by Rep. August Pfluger sent a sharp letter to Commissioner Cathy Engelbert. This move […]
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Mississippi Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann Collapses During Senate Session
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— Feb 19, 2025
Mississippi Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann collapsed during a Senate Session Wednesday, leaving onlookers shocked. In a video of the incident, Hosemann can be seen standing at his podium before leaning forward and then…
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Mass Immigration Drastically Altered California’s State Landscape, New Study Finds
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‘Call It Fate or God’: Police Officer Details Experience Taking Down Nashville Shooter
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— Apr 5, 2023
Rex Engelbert, one of the police officers who helped take down the Nashville shooter, is speaking out about his experience. While speaking to reporters Tuesday, Engelbert reflected on the events of the day. “I really…
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