Cathy Engelbert’s in the news for her tough job repairing WNBA player relations amid ongoing labor talks—she’s the league’s first female commissioner.
The WNBA and players' union reached a tentative agreement just 51 days before the season start, ending lengthy negotiations over revenue sharing, salaries, and housing. The deal aims to ensure the season begins on time, with details still to be finalized.
The NBA is planning significant changes to its draft lottery system to address ongoing tanking issues. League officials, including commissioner Adam Silver, are working on reforms following recent blatant tanking behaviors, with a vote expected in May. The league also discusses expansion to Las Vegas and Seattle.
CBS News has been undergoing significant changes as new leadership attempts to shift the network's editorial and operational strategies. Bari Weiss and Tom Cibrowski are reportedly working with differing visions, leading to internal frustrations and ratings challenges. Meanwhile, other media outlets are adjusting their staffing and programming to adapt to industry shifts.