SUMMARY: During the post-event press conference following WWE Backlash, John Cena was interrupted but took the moment to address the audience. Cena expressed a desire to improve his connection with fans, acknowledging he needs to “walk the talk” and show more empathy. He admitted past struggles with opening up and promised to change, thanking the attendees and inviting questions. When asked about his match against Randy Orton and their offscreen interactions, Cena praised Orton, highlighting their history and expressing pride despite criticism. Cena’s message emphasized respect, support, and moving forward positively within the wrestling community.

The Undisputed WWE Champion John Cena, who performed Saturday night against St. Louis native Randy Orton in the main event of WWE Backlash at Enterprise Center, embraced his “bad guy” persona during the post-event press conference. Cena is in the middle of his retirement tour with plans to step away from the ring at the end of 2025.

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SUMMARY: Springfield Public Schools (SPS) has announced two leadership appointments for the 2025-26 school year. Mary Edgerton will serve as the director of College and Career Readiness, bringing 25 years of experience in Career and Technical Education and Choice Programs. She aims to expand existing programs and create new opportunities for students. Andrea Fraser will become the principal of gifted education, succeeding Lenae Lazzelle. With 24 years in education, including leadership roles, Fraser is dedicated to fostering excellence and ensuring all gifted students, including those from underrepresented groups, have access to meaningful learning experiences.

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SUMMARY: Rob Reid, a financial expert, offers financial advice for both college and high school graduates. For college graduates burdened with an average \$30,000 student loan debt, he recommends consolidating loans for manageable payments. He stresses the importance of saving early, particularly through a 401(k) and an emergency fund. For high school graduates, Reid advises splitting any received money between spending and saving. He encourages saving for college-related expenses and investing early, highlighting the power of compound interest over time. His key advice for both groups is to create a budget and maintain a financial plan for long-term success.

Financial professional and founder of CWR Private Client Group Bob Read, joins us in the studio to talk about his top financial tips for graduates.

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