Free tickets for Ryder Cup

Thousands of golf fans in New York could be in for a big surprise over the next five months.

The PGA of America is giving away free tickets to the Ryder Cup. The program is called “The People’s Perks.” The Ryder Cup is at Bethpage Black in late September. It’s already a sellout.

Ryder Cup officials will be going unannounced to Bethpage Black and other public golf courses on Long Island and the greater New York City area to hand out the tickets. Each winner gets two tickets. The program also includes tickets for first responders and community groups.

Gators DB gets in trouble

TAMPA, Fla. — Police have charged Florida cornerback Dijon Johnson with two felonies, including possession of a firearm, and misdemeanors after his arrest over the weekend while driving a car in Tampa.

Police said they pulled over the car Friday for surpassing a stop signal. Officers smelled marijuana and said Johnson was argumentative during the traffic stop, refusing to exit the car, according to the criminal report.

The report stated a black Glock 19 loaded with 17 rounds in a magazine was found in the car. Attorney Tim Taylor says Johnson has filed written pleas of not guilty to all charges.

Johnson entered written pleas of not guilty to all charges, according to court documents. Coach Billy Napier said in a statement the program is “aware of the situation.”

“We will continue to gather facts, cooperate with and monitor the legal and administrative processes,” Napier said.

The Associated Press