NBC dropped the XFL after the first season in 2001 due to dismal ratings, and the dissolution of the league was announced shortly afterwards. The team name references mob enforcers, alluding to Chicago’s history of mafia influence.Click to see full answer. In this regard, will Chicago have an XFL team?In 2001, the XFL consisted of the Birmingham Thunderbolts, Chicago Enforcers, New York/New Jersey Hitmen, Orlando Rage, Las Vegas Outlaws, Los Angeles Xtreme, Memphis Maniax, and San Francisco Demons.
Worcestershire social club blames lost income on energy switch
A social club has claimed it lost £1,000 of income after it was left with no electricity and was forced to close. Sam Boulter, secretary of the Honeybourne Railway Club near Evesham, Worcestershire, said EDF Energy recommended the club switch to a pay-as-you-go plan to save on costs. But on 4 January, the day of the switch, all power in the building was lost and members have been unable to use the facility.