McMahon and Emanuel discuss WWE sale, McMahon’s creative involvement going forward, would McMahon have stepped down if needed, more

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)… Endeavor CEO Ari Emanuel and WWE Executive Chairman Vince McMahon went into detail about the news that WWE had been acquired by Endeavor in an interview taped Sunday with Scott Wapner of CNBC. McMahon revealed during the interview that he will remain involved at a …

WWE announces new inductee into Hall of Fame class of 2023

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)… The WWE announced on Wednesday that referee Tim White will be posthumously inducted into the Hall of Fame class of 2023 as the Warrior Award recipient. The company announced the news during Wednesday’s episode of The Bump. Tim White will be posthumously inducted into the …

Mercedes Mone title defense announced by NJPW

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)… Mercedes Mone will defend her IWGP Women’s Championship against both Hazuki and AZM at Sakura Genesis 2023 on April 8. NJPW announced the news on Friday. After a video message from the champion, the match is now official! Mercedes Moné vs AZM vs Hazuki April …

Cody Rhodes wants a “more is more” schedule as champion

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)… If Cody Rhodes beats Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 39 to become the WWE Undisputed Universal Champion, he says he wants to have a “more is more” schedule as opposed to the “less is more” approach recent champions have took. In an interview with Stadium Astro, …

Congratulations On A Great 2023 Football Season, St. Laurence Vikings

BURBANK, IL — Although it wasn’t the result we all hoped for, St. Laurence High School (10-3) took us along on an amazing journey to the IHSA Class 4A State Championship, marking the high school’s first appearance in a state final game since 1979. The Rochester Rockets went into Friday’s championship game with a 14-0 …

Afternoon Update: Rousey’s next potential gig, unconventional Charlotte-Becky angle this weekend, wrestlers on social media in heated political climate, Miz TV guest announced, Jarrett on NWA Anniversary show, Reigns no-show

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)… Please send news tips and live event results to [email protected]. Thanks! -On this week’s Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast “Interview Friday,” I interviewed “TrumpMania” book author Lavie Margolin who spoke about whether wrestlers in WWE are hesitant to express themselves politically for fear of repercussions …

WEEKLY OVERVIEW – NJPW (thru 10/24): Latest updates on Jericho cruise developments, Omega-Callis angle, Super Jr., Poffo, live event results, schedule of live events, next big show line-ups, noteworthy social media and YouTube posts, closing commentary

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)… The following is the latest in a new series of weekly in-depth articles exclusive to PWTorch which will help put in perspective major wrestling promotions with a weekly overview, looking at news and roster developments, results, future line-ups, social media activity, key interviews, plus a timely commentary at …

Walnut Creek Man Sentenced For Hiding Cameras In Starbucks Bathroom

WALNUT CREEK, CA — A Walnut Creek man was sentenced to two years in prison and at least three years of parole in a case surrounding his use of hidden cameras in a local Starbucks. Steven John Novelli, 55, must also register as a sex offender for 10 years after he was found guilty in …

Gunther: It will be a ‘clash of styles’ against The Miz at WWE Survivor Series

At WWE Survivor Series this weekend, Gunther and The Miz will face off for the first time ever. Gunther is defending his Intercontinental title against Miz at Saturday's premium live event in Rosemont, Illinois. In advance of the match, Gunther was interviewed by Sports Illustrated. Gunther said he's looking forward to sharing the ring with Miz. …