The protocol is they should be calling us because they're the home team. Football is new to Indianapolis, so maybe they don't understand the protocols of the NFL as much as they understand basketball.

Denise Speaks has decided to pursue other opportunities.

Nothing official was ever requested. He offered to share what he'd done to comply with the consent decree, but it's a matter of public record what was done, and Chief Costa is more than qualified to continue those programs.

We've spent all summer refining our agenda. Now we want to reinforce and re-emphasize the message. The campaign is still based on Bob O'Connor's ability and experience to lead Pittsburgh.

Too bad we can't tax them.

The whole episode comes as a major surprise to the incoming administration. It's another example of why we need an open administration.