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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Two fishermen caught cheating at Ohio tournament plead guilty
Two men accused of stuffing fish with lead weights and fish fillets to try to win an Ohio fishing tournament last fall have pleaded guilty to charges including cheating.
Senate staffer stabbed over weekend suffered punctured lung, police say
Phil Todd, a staffer for Senator Rand Paul, also suffered a laceration to his left ear that police said might require reconstruction.
What we know about the Nashville school shooting suspect
The suspected shooter has been identified as a 28-year-old from Nashville, authorities said.
Group of Democrats say Biden's proposed asylum restriction is illegal
The Biden administration says the number of migrants arriving at the southern border will spike to record levels unless an asylum restriction is enacted.
Jonathan Majors charged with assault, harassment in New York
"Creed III" actor Jonathan Majors was arraigned on assault and aggravated harassment charges in Manhattan on Sunday following his arrest for an alleged domestic incident.
California lawmakers approve nation's first penalty for gas price gouging
The Democratic-led state Legislature voted to give regulators the power to punish oil companies profiting from the type of high gas prices suffered by Californians last summer.
What we know about the Nashville school shooting victims
Authorities identified the six victims as Evelyn Dieckhaus, Hallie Scruggs, and William Kinney, all 9 years old, and 61-year-old Cynthia Peak, Katherine Koonce, 60, and 61-year-old Mike Hill.
Murdaugh estate sells for $3.9 million. Here's who will get the money.
Moselle, the 1,700-acre hunting lodge where Paul and Maggie Murdaugh were killed, was sold recently, records show.
Home renovation projects will be more expensive this year
Americans spent an estimated $567 billion on home improvements and repairs in 2022, the highest amount in a decade.
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Two fishermen caught cheating at Ohio tournament plead guilty
Two men accused of stuffing fish with lead weights and fish fillets to try to win an Ohio fishing tournament last fall have pleaded guilty to charges including cheating.
Senate staffer stabbed over weekend suffered punctured lung, police say
Phil Todd, a staffer for Senator Rand Paul, also suffered a laceration to his left ear that police said might require reconstruction.
What we know about the Nashville school shooting suspect
The suspected shooter has been identified as a 28-year-old from Nashville, authorities said.
Group of Democrats say Biden's proposed asylum restriction is illegal
The Biden administration says the number of migrants arriving at the southern border will spike to record levels unless an asylum restriction is enacted.
Jonathan Majors charged with assault, harassment in New York
"Creed III" actor Jonathan Majors was arraigned on assault and aggravated harassment charges in Manhattan on Sunday following his arrest for an alleged domestic incident.
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California lawmakers approve nation's first penalty for gas price gouging
The Democratic-led state Legislature voted to give regulators the power to punish oil companies profiting from the type of high gas prices suffered by Californians last summer.
Covering collapse of SVB could cost $20 billion, FDIC chair to tell Congress
About $18 billion was needed to cover uninsured deposits, according to FDIC Chairman Martin Gruenberg.
Murdaugh estate sells for $3.9 million. Here's who will get the money.
Moselle, the 1,700-acre hunting lodge where Paul and Maggie Murdaugh were killed, was sold recently, records show.
Home renovation projects will be more expensive this year
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Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
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Senate staffer stabbed over weekend suffered punctured lung, police say
Phil Todd, a staffer for Senator Rand Paul, also suffered a laceration to his left ear that police said might require reconstruction.
California lawmakers approve nation's first penalty for gas price gouging
The Democratic-led state Legislature voted to give regulators the power to punish oil companies profiting from the type of high gas prices suffered by Californians last summer.
Covering collapse of SVB could cost $20 billion, FDIC chair to tell Congress
About $18 billion was needed to cover uninsured deposits, according to FDIC Chairman Martin Gruenberg.
Biden signs order restricting government use of commercial spyware
The U.S. government will restrict its use of commercial spyware tools that have been used to surveil human rights activists, journalists and dissidents around the world.
What to know as Kamala Harris kicks off her 3-nation Africa tour
Harris opened her visit in Ghana, announcing $100 million in support for a handful of nations to address security, governance and development issues.
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Florida fire captain loses sight in one eye after using recalled eye drops
The CDC is investigating a nationwide outbreak of the antibiotic-resistant bacteria — Pseudomonas aeruginosa — which has infected 68 people in 16 states.
3 deaths linked to recalled eye drops
Three people have died from a drug-resistant bacteria linked to recalled eye drops. Manuel Bojorquez talks with one man who lost his sight following an infection.
Flesh-eating bacteria could increase with climate change
While the bacteria is common in subtropical regions, there has been an increase of infections from Vibrio vulnificus in more northern locations, like the Delaware Bay.
COVID left some with damaged immune response, study finds
Scientists found a "major reduction" in a part of T cell responses in people who were infected before being vaccinated.
California bill would ban foods with Red Dye No. 3, other chemicals
Foods containing any of the five chemicals are currently banned in the European Union.
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8 arrested in nationwide counterterrorism raids in Belgium
Police say most of the suspects were planning attacks. The arrests came as suspected members of a cell that carried out the deadliest peacetime attacks in Belgium 7 years ago are on trial in Belgium.
Many dead in fire at migrants detention center in Mexican border city
The fire broke out overnight in the facility in Ciudad Juarez. Local media said several people were killed but some sources put the number iln the dozens.
Group of Democrats say Biden's proposed asylum restriction is illegal
The Biden administration says the number of migrants arriving at the southern border will spike to record levels unless an asylum restriction is enacted.
Prince Harry returns to U.K. for surprise court appearance in privacy case
U.K. media outlets said Harry was not expected to see his father or his older brother William, the heir to the throne, during his visit to the U.K. this week.
What to know as Kamala Harris kicks off her 3-nation Africa tour
Harris opened her visit in Ghana, announcing $100 million in support for a handful of nations to address security, governance and development issues.
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Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
The case could hinge on who the jury believes was the "downhill" skier, according to legal experts.
Prince Harry returns to U.K. for surprise court appearance in privacy case
U.K. media outlets said Harry was not expected to see his father or his older brother William, the heir to the throne, during his visit to the U.K. this week.
Jeremy Renner shares video of him walking again after snowplow accident
Renner is seen walking slowly on an antigravity treadmill, nearly three months after the accident.
"Paint" star Owen Wilson on his "incredible" luck
As a romantic lead, action star or comic scene-stealer, Owen Wilson has carved out a varied career. In the new comedy "Paint," he plays the Bob Ross-like host of a PBS painting show.
Owen Wilson on the Bob Ross-inspired "Paint"
Owen Wilson continues to carve out a varied movie career, as a charming romantic lead, action star, and comic scene-stealer. In his latest comedy, "Paint," he plays a Bob Ross-like artist whose PBS painting show comes up against some unlikely competition. Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz talks with the self-effacing Wilson about his career; capturing the essence of Bob Ross; and the support he feels from his actor-siblings, Luke and Andrew Wilson.
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Most bosses say they spy on remote workers — even with live video
Employee tracking tools such as keystroke monitoring software and video feeds are now the norm for remote workers.
"Godfather of artificial intelligence" weighs in on the past and potential of AI
Geoffrey Hinton, who works with Google and mentors AI's rising stars, started researching artificial intelligence over 40 years ago.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
Could canceling subscriptions be made easier?
The Federal Trade Commission has proposed a new rule that could make canceling a subscription service or product as easy as it was to sign up. Axios technology reporter Ashley Gold joined Errol Barnett and Elaine Quijano to discuss.
With Congress closer to banning TikTok, app's future is murky
The future of the popular mobile app, used by 150 million Americans, has never been more uncertain. Here's what to know.
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Communities adapt to rising seas
One of the problems with sea level rise is that it happens slowly, a tiny bit each year, making it a threat that people have an easy time ignoring. But some coastal communities are realizing they have to take action. CBS News environmental correspondent David Schechter reports.
Mississippi town destroyed by tornado rampage
At least 25 people were killed as tornadoes swept through parts of Mississippi. CBS News' Lana Zak is on the ground in Rolling Fork, which was completely destroyed by the storm. She discusses the long path to recovery that still lies ahead.
Protecting the Planet: Our impact on animals
In this episode of “Protecting the Planet,” CBS News senior environmental correspondent Ben Tracy explores how animals are being affected by climate change and human-created pollution in their habitats.
Nevada lithium mine might doom rare wildflower, conservationists say
As the government inches towards a decision that could bolster electric car production, some conservationists argue extinction of the endangered plant isn't a fair price.
Flesh-eating bacteria could increase with climate change
While the bacteria is common in subtropical regions, there has been an increase of infections from Vibrio vulnificus in more northern locations, like the Delaware Bay.
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8 arrested in nationwide counterterrorism raids in Belgium
Police say most of the suspects were planning attacks. The arrests came as suspected members of a cell that carried out the deadliest peacetime attacks in Belgium 7 years ago are on trial in Belgium.
Two fishermen caught cheating at Ohio tournament plead guilty
Two men accused of stuffing fish with lead weights and fish fillets to try to win an Ohio fishing tournament last fall have pleaded guilty to charges including cheating.
Senate staffer stabbed over weekend suffered punctured lung, police say
Phil Todd, a staffer for Senator Rand Paul, also suffered a laceration to his left ear that police said might require reconstruction.
What we know about the Nashville school shooting suspect
The suspected shooter has been identified as a 28-year-old from Nashville, authorities said.
Grand jury investigating Trump payments reconvenes
The grand jury investigating alleged hush money payments made by former President Trump to adult film actress Stormy Daniels reconvened on Monday. The grand jury heard testimony from former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker. Robert Costa reports.
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New Shepard launch abort blamed on engine nozzle failure, Blue Origin says
Blue Origin says fixes are being implemented and New Shepard sub-orbital flights will resume "soon."
3D printed rocket blasts off but fails to reach orbit on maiden flight
While the Terran 1 rocket didn't reach orbit, builder Relativity Space says it achieved major objectives.
Large asteroid to fly between Earth and the moon on Saturday
The space rock's anticipated trajectory places it at about half the distance to the moon, so people with telescopes may be able to see it from Earth.
Five planets will align across the night sky this week. Here's how to see them
Jupiter, Mercury, Venus, Uranus and Mars will align this week.
Mystery solved after strange streaks of light seen in California sky
The flaming bits of wreckage created a "spectacular light show" and were going thousands of miles per hour, an astronomer said.
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