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Potential lack of funding for plan to prevent violence against women ‘deeply concerning’, says victims’ commissioner
Claire Waxman warns government’s delayed strategy to halve violence against women and girls could end up ‘less than the sum of its parts’
Heading into 2026, Commissioners reaffirm commitment to business community
Douglas County has a strong history of eliminating barriers for business investment, creating effective partnerships, and maintaining a low-tax environment. The Board of Douglas County Commissioners reaffirmed its commitment to…
College sports 'visionary' Neinas dies at age 93
Chuck Neinas, the onetime Big Eight commissioner whose media savvy and dealmaking helped turn college football into the multibillion-dollar business it is today, died Tuesday.
FDA Commissioner on Covid Vaccine Safety and Men’s Health
FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary says the agency has no plans to put a black box warning on Covid-19 vaccines. He says a recommendation was made, but it won't be adopted since the vaccines have changed since they first came out. He speaks with Romaine Bostick and Katie Greifeld on "The Close." (Source: Bloomberg)
FDA commissioner on growing public mistrust of government health advice
FDA Commissioner Martin Makary discusses vaccine policy, COVID-era decisions and the erosion of trust in government health guidance.
FDA commissioner on public's growing mistrust in the government's health advice
NPR's Steve Inskeep asks FDA Commissioner Marty Makary about recent controversies around the COVID and Hepatitis B vaccines, and the lack of trust in the government's medical advice.
County commissioners in negotiations with Creoks Behavioral Health Services as new mental health provider
Oklahoma County negotiates with Creoks Behavioral Health Services for new mental health center, aiming to address homelessness and reduce incarceration for nonviolent offenders. Opening planned for 2026.
Franklin County commissioners weigh health insurance stipend
A resolution would take health stipends away from all commissioners, conforming to budget cuts made by a county’s Budget Advisory Committee.
Japan: Promote Safe Sports by Ending Abuse, Discrimination
The Japanese government’s Japan Sports Agency (JSA) should adopt policies to promote safe sports in Japan by ending abuses and discrimination against athletes, 12 nongovernmental organizations and individuals said in a joint letter to Junichi Kawai, the JSA’s commissioner.
‘A new era’: Miami voters resoundingly reject the city’s political dynasties
After Tuesday’s election, four out of five Miami commissioners are serving their first term in any elected office.
'Can’t blame me for anything anymore': Joe Carollo's near 50-year stint in Miami politics ends
A regular fixture in local politics, Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo will soon leave city hall for what could be the last time following his mayoral election loss. From his start as the youngest commissioner ever elected in the City of Miami, his time in public office featured plenty of high profile moments — such as dealing with the Elián Gonzalez saga as mayor — and controversies.
Big 12 commissioner says Notre Dame AD's behavior toward ACC is 'egregious'
Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark slammed Notre Dame athletic director Pete Bevacqua, saying his comments criticizing the ACC are 'egregious'
Democrat wins Miami's mayoral race for the first time in almost 30 years
Democrat Eileen Higgins, a former county commissioner, defeated Republican Emilio González, NBC News projects.
Escalona wins Miami District 3 runoff, upending Carollo political dynasty
Rolando Escalona, general manager of Brickell’s Sexy Fish restaurant, has defeated Frank Carollo, a veteran city commissioner.
Business owners to call for 2-week extension of Nights of Lights at city commissioners meeting, citing challenging times
St. Augustine business owners are expected to attend Monday’s city commissioners meeting to request a two-week extension of the Nights of Lights event.
Supreme Court to hear separation of powers dispute over fired FTC commissioner
The Supreme Court on Monday will grapple with President Donald Trump’s power to capture control of independent agencies in an important case that could reshape large swaths of the federal government and unwind a precedent that has been on the books since Franklin D. Roosevelt was in the White House.
GAME ON: Missouri's gaming commissioner on sports betting rollout
Sports betting is now legal and live in Missouri. The state's gaming commission breaks down when we can hear more about Missouri's payout, and how they're making sure it's being done fairly.
Vermont health officials reaffirm importance of hepatitis B vaccine after federal advisory panel recommends delays
“All I can say is, it's clearly not based in science,” new state Health Commissioner Rick Hildebrant says of the federal change to the 30-year standard immunization schedule.
Roy Kramer, former SEC commissioner who created championship game, dead at 96
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Roy Kramer, former commissioner who led SEC’s rise to top of college sports, dies at 96
Kramer became SEC commissioner in 1990, after 12 years as Vanderbilt's athletic director, and ran the league until his retirement in 2002.
Tennessee Tech Leads 2025-26 OVC Commissioner's Cup Standings After Fall Championships
After the completion of the fall sport championships, Tennessee Tech leads the 2025-26 Ohio Valley Conference Commissioner's Cup all-sport trophy standings; the Cup is a symbol of overall athletic excellence in Conference-sponsored championships.
A dozen former FDA commissioners condemn plan to tighten vaccine approvals
In a New England Journal of Medicine article, the former FDA commissioners wrote they were “deeply concerned” by the top vaccine regulator’s approach to raising the bar for approvals.
Texas health agency's executive commissioner retiring
Young, who spent decades in state government, will step down on Jan. 2. Gov. Greg Abbott will pick a successor.
Why Nature Nate Is Shifting From Business to Texas Politics
Nathan Sheets started with a single beehive and grew it into one of the world’s largest honey brands. Now, he is parlaying his passion for clean foods into a bid for Ag Commissioner.
Former Historic State Capitol Commissioner explains why group no longer exists
Drama over the secretive and costly California Capitol Annex project, which is under construction now, resulted in the loss of the advisory group.