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Federal judge throws out former Penn State President Graham Spanier's misdemeanor child-endangerment conviction
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Federal judge throws out former Penn State President Graham Spanier's misdemeanor child-endangerment conviction
Jeffrey Sandusky pleaded guilty to all 14 counts, including solicitation of statutory sexual assault and solicitation of involuntary deviate sexual intercourse
Tim Curley and Gary Schultz face up to five years in prison for the their roles in the scandal that brought down Joe Paterno
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
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
Sealed documents could reveal details about claim boy told Penn State football coach Joe Paterno in 1976 that Jerry Sandusky molested him
Disclosure comes after allegations former football coach Joe Paterno was told in 1976 that Jerry Sandusky sexually abused a child
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. 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.
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
"Second Mile" directors say fundraising has dropped to nothing; most assets have been distributed in wake of Sandusky's arrest and conviction
Muralist took away former Penn State football coach's halo shortly after Jerry Sandusky was convicted of child molestation
Penn State coach convicted of child sex abuse gets big payout from Pa. state pension system
An appeal was filed to force state prosecutors to file charges against the former coach on sexual abuse allegations
NCAA announces new settlement that restores 112 football team wins that were vacated in the Jerry Sandusky child molestation scandal
Former Penn State assistant football coach, who is serving a decades-long prison sentence for child molestation, loses legal battle
At issue, whether the penalties the NCAA imposed on Penn State for its handling of the Jerry Sandusky child molestation case were legal
A judge would not dismiss a lawsuit filed over the fine against the university for its handling of the Jerry Sandusky abuse scandal
Paterno family issues scathing critique of the Freeh report on Jerry Sandusky, calling it a "rush to injustice"
Wife of former Penn State coach is fighting back against accusations against Joe Paterno that followed Jerry Sandusky scandal
Governor filed suit against NCAA over school's $60M fine and other penalties resulting from the Sandusky child molestation scandal
Negotiator for civil claims involving ex-assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky said the school has been in talks with 28 people
Ex-Penn State assistant coach has hearing Thursday over whether his lawyers had enough time to prepare for his child sex abuse trial
Gov. Tom Corbett argues "harsh penalties" stemming from Jerry Sandusky's child sex abuse scandal violate antitrust law
Penn State sanctions from the Jerry Sandusky scandal include $60M fine, 4-year bowl ban and scholarship cuts
Amtrak said that no passenger trains will be running between Seattle and Portland until Thursday because of a landslide triggered by the atmospheric river.
Jabbari was on the stand Tuesday, detailing how they met on the set of a movie before their relationship allegedly became abusive.
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.
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.
Two years after a CBS News investigation exposed the military's failure to protect victims of domestic violence, survivors are still waiting for justice.
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.
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.
New Consumer Reports study finds that about half of electric vehicles fell short of their EPA-estimated driving ranges.
President Biden made the comment during a campaign fundraiser in Boston on Tuesday.
Amtrak said that no passenger trains will be running between Seattle and Portland until Thursday because of a landslide triggered by the atmospheric river.
Jabbari was on the stand Tuesday, detailing how they met on the set of a movie before their relationship allegedly became abusive.
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.
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.
Two years after a CBS News investigation exposed the military's failure to protect victims of domestic violence, survivors are still waiting for justice.
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.
New Consumer Reports study finds that about half of electric vehicles fell short of their EPA-estimated driving ranges.
Donations on the crowdfunding platform this year reveal a range of urgent financial needs, GoFundMe data shows.
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
In new legal filings, Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy released texts from Oher in which he appears to demand $15 million from them.
There will be no primary. Democrats and Republicans will each pick a candidate to go head-to-head.
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.
President Biden made the comment during a campaign fundraiser in Boston on Tuesday.
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.
The State Department said "a number of proposals" have been made to secure the release of the wrongfully detained Americans.
Consuming some caffeine is typically harmless for adults, but having too much can be dangerous. Here's what to know about potential health effects.
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
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.
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.
Peer-to-peer efforts can meet a clear need among students whose colleges may not make sexual health products accessible or affordable.
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.
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.
The State Department said "a number of proposals" have been made to secure the release of the wrongfully detained Americans.
Supplemental aid to Ukraine and Israel has been stalled in Congress over disputes about border security funding.
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.
However, less than 40% of Screen Actors Guild members participated in the ratification vote.
Jabbari was on the stand Tuesday, detailing how they met on the set of a movie before their relationship allegedly became abusive.
Brenda Lee's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" outperformed familiar chart-topper Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You."
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 is one of the best-selling entertainment franchises of all time, with millions of fans awaiting its next release.
The update patches two vulnerabilities, includes no new features to the operating system.
The popular music streaming service has reportedly eliminated 1,500 roles amid slowing economic growth.
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.
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, 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.
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.
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.
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.
The sighting came just days after scientists declared the iceberg was "on the move" for the first time in 37 years.
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.
Jabbari was on the stand Tuesday, detailing how they met on the set of a movie before their relationship allegedly became abusive.
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.
Monique Olivier admitted she was "bait" in the 1990 rape and murder of British student Joanna Parrish by her former husband, Michel Fourniret.
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.
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.
A guidance system problem during final approach prompted two space station cosmonauts to take over by remote control.
NASA is facing challenges with SpaceX's moon lander and the new Axiom spacesuits for moonwalkers.
Astronomers have discovered six planets orbiting a bright, nearby star in perfect synchrony like a grand cosmic orchestra.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
Inside South Carolina's "trial of the century" — how investigators built their case
Intelligence report warns of rising foreign terror threats; Military domestic violence survivors waiting for justice
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.
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.
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.
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.