Ex-Penn State president wins reprieve hours before reporting to jail
Federal judge throws out former Penn State President Graham Spanier's misdemeanor child-endangerment conviction
The Penn State Scandal
Jerry Sandusky's son pleads guilty to child sex abuse
Jeffrey Sandusky pleaded guilty to all 14 counts, including solicitation of statutory sexual assault and solicitation of involuntary deviate sexual intercourse
Penn State officials plead guilty in sex-abuse cover-up
Tim Curley and Gary Schultz face up to five years in prison for the their roles in the scandal that brought down Joe Paterno
Penn State sex abuse scandal price tag tops $200M
The university has settled with 33 people over allegations they were sexually abused by Sandusky, and has made total payments to them of $93 million
Joe Paterno and Penn State legacies hit again in court
An expert on sex abuse settlements testified that Paterno may have known of abuse since 1976, and the school likely paid to quiet the scandal
Documents to be released in Sandusky sex abuse case
Sealed documents could reveal details about claim boy told Penn State football coach Joe Paterno in 1976 that Jerry Sandusky molested him
Penn State settlements with Sandusky accusers covered 1971 abuse claim
Disclosure comes after allegations former football coach Joe Paterno was told in 1976 that Jerry Sandusky sexually abused a child
Joe Paterno's son calls 1976 allegation "bunk"
Says there is no substance to report that Penn State coach had been told of molestation by Jerry Sandusky 40 years ago
There is a new development in Penn State University sex abuse case
There is a new development in Penn State University sex abuse case. According to a Pennsylvania judge, one of the university's insurers claims a child told Joe Paterno in 1976 that he'd been sexually molested by Jerry Sandusky. CBSN's Elaine Quijano has the latest.
Docs: Paterno allegedly told of Sandusky molestation in 1976
Judge says insurers in litigation with Penn State claim a boy told coach Joe Paterno in 1976 that he had been molested by Jerry Sandusky
Charity founded by Jerry Sandusky to close
"Second Mile" directors say fundraising has dropped to nothing; most assets have been distributed in wake of Sandusky's arrest and conviction
Artist who removed Joe Paterno's halo makes new change
Muralist took away former Penn State football coach's halo shortly after Jerry Sandusky was convicted of child molestation
Imprisoned Sandusky to get pension (and back payments)
Penn State coach convicted of child sex abuse gets big payout from Pa. state pension system
Sandusky accuser wants new charges filed
An appeal was filed to force state prosecutors to file charges against the former coach on sexual abuse allegations
Penn State, Joe Paterno to get wins restored under proposed deal
NCAA announces new settlement that restores 112 football team wins that were vacated in the Jerry Sandusky child molestation scandal
Jerry Sandusky won't get his $4,900-a-month pension back
Former Penn State assistant football coach, who is serving a decades-long prison sentence for child molestation, loses legal battle
NCAA loses bid to avoid trial over Penn State's Sandusky sanctions
At issue, whether the penalties the NCAA imposed on Penn State for its handling of the Jerry Sandusky child molestation case were legal
NCAA, Penn State fail to get lawsuit over fine tossed
A judge would not dismiss a lawsuit filed over the fine against the university for its handling of the Jerry Sandusky abuse scandal
Joe Paterno's family begins reputation repair work
Paterno family issues scathing critique of the Freeh report on Jerry Sandusky, calling it a "rush to injustice"
In letter, Sue Paterno defends late husband
Wife of former Penn State coach is fighting back against accusations against Joe Paterno that followed Jerry Sandusky scandal
NCAA wants Pa. gov's Penn State lawsuit dismissed
Governor filed suit against NCAA over school's $60M fine and other penalties resulting from the Sandusky child molestation scandal
Penn State says Sandusky settlements appear close
Negotiator for civil claims involving ex-assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky said the school has been in talks with 28 people
Jerry Sandusky back in court over "deluge" of evidence
Ex-Penn State assistant coach has hearing Thursday over whether his lawyers had enough time to prepare for his child sex abuse trial
Gov. files suit to toss Penn State sanctions
Gov. Tom Corbett argues "harsh penalties" stemming from Jerry Sandusky's child sex abuse scandal violate antitrust law
Pa. gov. to sue NCAA over Penn State sanctions
Penn State sanctions from the Jerry Sandusky scandal include $60M fine, 4-year bowl ban and scholarship cuts
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Atmospheric river brings heavy rain, flooding to Pacific Northwest
Amtrak said that no passenger trains will be running between Seattle and Portland until Thursday because of a landslide triggered by the atmospheric river.
Jonathan Majors' accuser Grace Jabbari testifies in assault trial
Jabbari was on the stand Tuesday, detailing how they met on the set of a movie before their relationship allegedly became abusive.
Intelligence report warns of rising foreign terror threats
A new FBI intelligence report says the most likely "primary targets" of foreign terrorists could include churches, synagogues and members of the Jewish community during the holiday season.
U.S. to deny visas to extremist Israeli settlers in West Bank
The State Department says it will impose travel bans on extremist Jewish settlers implicated in a rash of attacks on Palestinians in the occupied West Bank.
Survivors of domestic violence accuse military of "purposeful" cover-up
Two years after a CBS News investigation exposed the military's failure to protect victims of domestic violence, survivors are still waiting for justice.
Christmas shipping deadlines for 2023: See the last days to order and mail packages
Here are that last days for sending timely Christmas gifts via major shippers like UPS and USPS. Places like Shutterfly have even earlier deadlines for Christmas 2023.
Off-duty pilot indicted in alleged attempt to shut down plane's engines
The Portland, Oregon, grand jury indicted Joseph David Emerson, 44, on lesser charges than state prosecutors had originally sought deciding he didn't seek to injure anybody.
Consumer Reports lists best and worst EV performers for driving range
New Consumer Reports study finds that about half of electric vehicles fell short of their EPA-estimated driving ranges.
Biden says he's "not sure" he'd be running if Trump weren't
President Biden made the comment during a campaign fundraiser in Boston on Tuesday.
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Atmospheric river brings heavy rain, flooding to Pacific Northwest
Amtrak said that no passenger trains will be running between Seattle and Portland until Thursday because of a landslide triggered by the atmospheric river.
Jonathan Majors' accuser Grace Jabbari testifies in assault trial
Jabbari was on the stand Tuesday, detailing how they met on the set of a movie before their relationship allegedly became abusive.
Intelligence report warns of rising foreign terror threats
A new FBI intelligence report says the most likely "primary targets" of foreign terrorists could include churches, synagogues and members of the Jewish community during the holiday season.
U.S. to deny visas to extremist Israeli settlers in West Bank
The State Department says it will impose travel bans on extremist Jewish settlers implicated in a rash of attacks on Palestinians in the occupied West Bank.
Survivors of domestic violence accuse military of "purposeful" cover-up
Two years after a CBS News investigation exposed the military's failure to protect victims of domestic violence, survivors are still waiting for justice.
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Christmas shipping deadlines for 2023: See the last days to order and mail packages
Here are that last days for sending timely Christmas gifts via major shippers like UPS and USPS. Places like Shutterfly have even earlier deadlines for Christmas 2023.
Consumer Reports lists best and worst EV performers for driving range
New Consumer Reports study finds that about half of electric vehicles fell short of their EPA-estimated driving ranges.
Here are the main reasons people turned to GoFundMe this year
Donations on the crowdfunding platform this year reveal a range of urgent financial needs, GoFundMe data shows.
Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
Tuohy family claims Michael Oher tried to extort them for $15 million
In new legal filings, Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy released texts from Oher in which he appears to demand $15 million from them.
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Special election to replace Santos set for February 2024
There will be no primary. Democrats and Republicans will each pick a candidate to go head-to-head.
Intelligence report warns of rising foreign terror threats
A new FBI intelligence report says the most likely "primary targets" of foreign terrorists could include churches, synagogues and members of the Jewish community during the holiday season.
Biden says he's "not sure" he'd be running if Trump weren't
President Biden made the comment during a campaign fundraiser in Boston on Tuesday.
Special counsel previews trial roadmap in federal 2020 election case against Trump
In a new filing, prosecutors revealed they plan to use historical evidence of events both before and after the alleged conspiracy involving Trump's efforts to resist the peaceful transfer of power after the election.
Russia rejected "significant" deal for Americans' release, U.S. says
The State Department said "a number of proposals" have been made to secure the release of the wrongfully detained Americans.
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How much caffeine is too much? Panera drinks raise questions
Consuming some caffeine is typically harmless for adults, but having too much can be dangerous. Here's what to know about potential health effects.
Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
Patients expected Profemur artificial hips to last. Then they snapped in half.
The FDA and the manufacturer were alerted to Profemur titanium hips breaking inside U.S. patients as of 2005. It took 15 years to recall the devices. Many fractures could have been avoided.
Sushi topper wasabi linked to "substantial" memory boost, study finds
A researcher behind a study of wasabi's effect on cognition says he knew the fiery condiment had health benefits, but "the dramatic change" in memory was a surprise.
Grassroots college networks distribute emergency contraceptives on campus
Peer-to-peer efforts can meet a clear need among students whose colleges may not make sexual health products accessible or affordable.
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2023 is officially the hottest year ever recorded, scientists say
After record-breaking temperatures in November, the E.U.'s Copernicus Climate Change Service determined 2023 will officially be the hottest year humanity has experienced.
U.S. to deny visas to extremist Israeli settlers in West Bank
The State Department says it will impose travel bans on extremist Jewish settlers implicated in a rash of attacks on Palestinians in the occupied West Bank.
Russia rejected "significant" deal for Americans' release, U.S. says
The State Department said "a number of proposals" have been made to secure the release of the wrongfully detained Americans.
Democrats push forward with Ukraine, Israel aid amid border funding dispute
Supplemental aid to Ukraine and Israel has been stalled in Congress over disputes about border security funding.
U.S. military releases names of crew members who died in Osprey crash
The U.S. military identified all eight Air Force crew members on an Osprey that crashed on Nov. 29 off the shore of Yakushima Island, Japan.
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SAG-AFTRA members approve labor deal with Hollywood studios
However, less than 40% of Screen Actors Guild members participated in the ratification vote.
Jonathan Majors' accuser Grace Jabbari testifies in assault trial
Jabbari was on the stand Tuesday, detailing how they met on the set of a movie before their relationship allegedly became abusive.
1958's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" tops Billboard chart for first time
Brenda Lee's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" outperformed familiar chart-topper Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You."
Tuohy family claims Michael Oher tried to extort them for $15 million
In new legal filings, Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy released texts from Oher in which he appears to demand $15 million from them.
Grand Theft Auto VI trailer: 7 things we learned from the teaser
Grand Theft Auto is one of the best-selling entertainment franchises of all time, with millions of fans awaiting its next release.
Technology
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Apple releases urgent update to fix iOS 17 security issues
The update patches two vulnerabilities, includes no new features to the operating system.
Spotify slashes 17% of jobs in third round of cuts this year
The popular music streaming service has reportedly eliminated 1,500 roles amid slowing economic growth.
Elon Musk's X platform fueled far-right riots in Ireland, experts say
Elon Musk's X platform has fueled far-right disinformation in Ireland and played a key role in last month's riots in Dublin, experts say.
The race to develop quantum computers
Quantum computing could change civilization as we know it with technology capable of solving complex problems in moments. Henry Yuen, assistant professor of computer science at Columbia University, joined CBS News to discuss what quantum computing is, its potential uses and how close we are to seeing the technology in action.
Automakers turn to subscription fees
Automakers, including General Motors, Ford and BMW, are charging drivers subscription fees to use certain state-of-the-art features, such as remote locking and hands-free cruise control. Carter Evans has details.
Science
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2023 is officially the hottest year ever recorded, scientists say
After record-breaking temperatures in November, the E.U.'s Copernicus Climate Change Service determined 2023 will officially be the hottest year humanity has experienced.
How melting glaciers fuel sea level rise
In Svalbard, Norway, scientists are learning how Arctic glaciers melting at an unprecedented rate will affect rising sea levels. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter visited a cluster of islands close to the North Pole to learn more.
Oil companies make methane reduction pledge
Monday at the COP28 climate summit, the president of Occidental Petroleum, Vicki Hollub, talked about the need for a collaborative effort to reduce emissions. And her peers at least seemingly appear to agree, with 50 oil and gas companies worldwide pledging to reach near-zero methane emissions by 2030. Angela Wilkinson, secretary general of the World Energy Council, joined CBS News to discuss the impact of that goal.
Video shows ship's "lucky" encounter with world's largest iceberg
The sighting came just days after scientists declared the iceberg was "on the move" for the first time in 37 years.
Ancient methane escaping from melting glaciers could warm the planet more
Spiking temperatures in the Arctic are rapidly melting glaciers. Scientists are now worried about underground methane, a potent greenhouse gas, leaking up to the surface.
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Jonathan Majors' accuser Grace Jabbari testifies in assault trial
Jabbari was on the stand Tuesday, detailing how they met on the set of a movie before their relationship allegedly became abusive.
Suspect in explosion may have shot at police
Officials in Arlington, Virginia, held a news conference Tuesday to confirm details in the investigation into a massive house explosion that occurred after Arlington County Police Department officers tried to serve a warrant at the location Monday. Watch what officials said.
Serial killer's widow admits she was "bait" in student's rape and murder
Monique Olivier admitted she was "bait" in the 1990 rape and murder of British student Joanna Parrish by her former husband, Michel Fourniret.
Former U.S. ambassador accused of spying
A yearslong sting operation has led to charges against Manuel Rocha, the former U.S. ambassador to Bolivia. Rocha is accused of acting as a foreign agent of Cuba, according to court documents. Guy Lewis, a former U.S attorney for the Southern District of Florida, joins CBS News to discuss how Rocha's case could play out.
Virginia house explodes as police serve warrant
The Arlington County Police Department said a suspect didn't respond, staying barricaded inside his home, while officials tried to serve a warrant there Monday just before the house blew up. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga reports from the scene of the explosion in the Washington, D.C. suburb.
Space
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Russian cargo ship docks at International Space Station
A guidance system problem during final approach prompted two space station cosmonauts to take over by remote control.
NASA "unlikely" to launch Artemis moon landing flight in 2025, GAO says
NASA is facing challenges with SpaceX's moon lander and the new Axiom spacesuits for moonwalkers.
New solar system with rare, perfectly in-sync planets found in Milky Way
Astronomers have discovered six planets orbiting a bright, nearby star in perfect synchrony like a grand cosmic orchestra.
Scientists discover "in-sync" solar system
Scientists have discovered a six-planet solar system in the Milky Way that astronomers say has been untouched by outside forces since its birth billions of years ago. The six planets orbit a star "perfectly" in sync. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to talk about the discovery.
Mars' landscape captured in newly released images
NASA revealed multiple new panoramic images of clouds and dust in Mars' skies, as well as one of its tiny two moons, taken last May.
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Matthew Trussler murder: Inside the case
Matthew Trussler was found dead at the home he shared with his fiancée Melissa Turner. See the evidence that led to authorities piecing together his death.
Catching a killer clown
Marlene Warren answered the door to her Wellington, FL, home and was fatally gunned down by a mysterious clown. Despite eyewitnesses, circumstantial evidence, and the identification a suspect early on, it would take more than 30 years for her killer to face justice.
Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Becky Bliefnick texted about fear of her estranged husband
The Illinois mom wrote, "If something ever happens to me, please make sure the number one person of interest is Tim." Take a look at the evidence that led to Tim Bliefnick's arrest.
The crime scene evidence that convicted Alex Murdaugh
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Intelligence report warns of rising foreign terror threats; Military domestic violence survivors waiting for justice
Report warns of rising foreign terror threats
A new intelligence report warns foreign terrorists may use the ongoing Israel-Hamas war to increase calls for violence during the holiday season in the U.S. Catherine Herridge has the details.
Military domestic violence survivors seek justice
Two years ago, a CBS News report uncovered gaps in how the U.S. military handles claims of domestic violence. The report prompted assurances things would change, but survivors say they are still waiting for justice, even after military officials were given video and audio evidence of their assaults. "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell has the story.
U.S. Navy warship responds to Red Sea attacks
A U.S. Navy warship shot down several drones launched toward commercial ships in the Red Sea. Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have claimed responsibility for the attacks. David Martin reports.
Kennedy Center Honors held Sunday
The 2023 Kennedy Center Honors were held Sunday, recognizing Billy Crystal, Renee Fleming, Barry Gibb, Queen Latifah and Dionne Warwick. CBS will air the honors Wednesday night. "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell takes a look at this year's highlights.