Students Show Joe Paterno Support
A crowd gathered outside Penn State football coach Joe Paterno's home last night to show their support amid a tumultuous sex abuse scandal that has rocked the university.
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A crowd gathered outside Penn State football coach Joe Paterno's home last night to show their support amid a tumultuous sex abuse scandal that has rocked the university.
Joe Paterno emerged from his home in State College Tuesday afternoon to a barrage of reporters questioning the Penn State's football coach about the alleged sex abuse scandal.
As more details emerge in the Penn State sex abuse scandal, the students are finding themselves stuck right in the middle and trying to decide their role.
Amid the ongoing scandalous drama that's brought the nation's attention on Penn State, its football program and legendary coach Joe Paterno, something has gotten lost this last week: The current players and future recruits at Penn State.
Another potential victim has contacted authorities in the child sexual abuse investigation of former Penn State defensive coordinator Jerry Sandusky, a state police criminal investigation supervisor said Tuesday.
Penn State administrators on Tuesday canceled Joe Paterno's weekly news conference in the wake of the sex-abuse scandal involving former defensive coach Jerry Sandusky and other PSU officials.
Penn State students say they're not only disgusted with the charges against Jerry Sandusky, they say they're also disgusted with how the grand jury says it was handled.
Penn State's athletic director and vice-president for finance are expected to turn themselves in, this morning, to face charges they covered up sexual abuse by the football team's former defensive coordinator.
The Penn State board met in executive session Sunday following the weekend announcement that criminal charges were filed against former retired defensive coordinator Jerry Sandusky, accusing him of sexually abusing young boys.
Penn State coach Joe Paterno said he's shocked by sexual abuse charges brought against former defensive coordinator Jerry Sandusky and deeply saddened by the allegations.
Penn State's former defensive coordinator - facing charges that he sexually abused young boys over a 15 year period - has been released on bail. Two other high-ranking Penn State officials charged with a cover-up are expected to turn themselves in tomorrow.
A former Penn State University coach and two other university employees have been charged in connection with a child sex abuse case that allegedly took place at the school.
Penn State athletic director Tim Curley and another school administrator were charged Saturday with perjury and failure to report in an investigation into allegations that former football defensive coordinator Jerry Sandusky sexually abused eight young men, state prosecutors said.
Joe Paterno broke Eddie Robinson's record for victories by a Division I coach with No. 409 in Penn State's sloppy 10-7 win against Illinois on Saturday.
Joe Paterno tied Eddie Robinson with his 408th career victory on Saturday night as Penn State beat Northwestern 34-24.
Silas Redd ran for 131 yards and a touchdown and Penn State took advantage of Purdue's special teams miscues to hold on Saturday for a 23-18 win.
Linebacker Gerald Hodges forced a momentum-swinging fumble that set up Matt McGloin's fourth-quarter touchdown pass, and Silas Redd ran for 142 yards on Saturday to help Penn State pound Iowa 13-3.
If there is a team that is kryptonite to Joe Paterno's Nittany Lions, it's Kirk Ferentz's Iowa Hawkeyes.
Matt McGloin made the right read and the perfect throw late in the third quarter, hooking up with Derek Moye on a 74-yard TD pass and leading Penn State past Indiana 16-10 on Saturday.
With Big Ten season here, Penn State must battle through injuries to two of their best defenders.
The Penn State Nittany Lions welcomed their Hall of Fame coach back to the field with their best passing performance of the year in a convincing in a 34-6 win Saturday over Eastern Michigan.
Until Todd Herremans and Michael Vick banged helmets on Sunday night in Atlanta, it looked like college football around here.
Penn State won't lose to Temple. It's something that's been passed from one Penn State generation to the next—spanning 70 years exactly.
It should be an interesting match-up in Happy Valley on Saturday, as Joe Paterno's Nittany Lions host Nick Saban's Crimson Tide.
The 2011 NFL season is now just hours away. And on the attitude scale the Eagles seem to be more than ready. They've spent a lot this off-season to acquire new players and new coaches and their stamp of approval seems to be justified in the locker room.
Deren Thach faces more than 100 felony charges for sexual abuse of children, assault and more, Abington Township police say.
Jennifer Griffin, vice president of public safety at Temple University, is stepping down from her position on June 30, 2026.
The FBI's Philadelphia field office says Vanessa O'Rourke told loved ones she had glioblastoma and needed money to travel to Australia for treatment.
Phillies top prospect Aidan Miller will undergo a back procedure this week and could return in six to eight weeks.
A Horsham Township firefighter was fired after the fire company says he made a racist comment while responding to an emergency incident on Tuesday.
A Horsham Township firefighter was fired after the fire company says he made a racist comment while responding to an emergency incident on Tuesday.
Deren Thach faces more than 100 felony charges for sexual abuse of children, assault and more, Abington Township police say.
Jennifer Griffin, vice president of public safety at Temple University, is stepping down from her position on June 30, 2026.
Voters in New Jersey headed to the polls Tuesday for the primary election.
The FBI's Philadelphia field office says Vanessa O'Rourke told loved ones she had glioblastoma and needed money to travel to Australia for treatment.
Deren Thach faces more than 100 felony charges for sexual abuse of children, assault and more, Abington Township police say.
Jennifer Griffin, vice president of public safety at Temple University, is stepping down from her position on June 30, 2026.
The FBI's Philadelphia field office says Vanessa O'Rourke told loved ones she had glioblastoma and needed money to travel to Australia for treatment.
A Horsham Township firefighter was fired after the fire company says he made a racist comment while responding to an emergency incident on Tuesday.
The city's connection to the movement runs much deeper than just parades and festivals. Here's a look at the city's history of fighting for LGBTQ rights.
Voters in New Jersey headed to the polls Tuesday for the primary election.
Crews are still searching for a 14-year-old who went missing while swimming in Wildwood, New Jersey.
Here are the results for the Primary Day races in New Jersey.
Residents across Salem County are demanding answers after two police K9s suddenly died.
Two officers were shot while serving a search warrant Tuesday in Atlantic City, Mayor Marty Small Sr. said.
Delaware State troopers found the young girl dead in her bedroom after her father allegedly hit her multiple times with a belt.
This weekend's rare blue moon may be visible in the Philadelphia area this Saturday and Sunday.
Now that the 2026 U.S. Men's National Team soccer roster is out, here's a look at the Philly ties across the lineup.
Families turned to indoor activities such as shopping, visiting museums and bowling on Monday in the Philadelphia area.
Just a week after a fire destroyed the Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, its congregation now has a temporary place to worship.
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
Penn is the official medical provider for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Philadelphia, and the city has been preparing for the event for years.
More than 1,000 people turned out for the 12th annual Lung Force Walk at the Philadelphia Zoo.
The FDA approved an inhaled needle-free insulin and a Delaware County teenager was part of the four year clinical trial.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency because freezing temperatures this spring damaged crops at local farms.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
A police pursuit that started in Philadelphia's Kensington section ended with a car fire along I-95 Friday afternoon, sources said.
SEPTA's board voted to approve its annual service plan Thursday, including the transit authority's first-ever comprehensive bus redesign.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
SEPTA launched its first-ever digital real-time arrival display Wednesday at the bus stop at Broad Street and Oregon Avenue.
Phillies top prospect Aidan Miller will undergo a back procedure this week and could return in six to eight weeks.
Bryce Harper hit his 377th career home run and Jhoan Duran worked a perfect ninth for his 13th save to lead the Philadelphia Phillies to a 3-2 win over the San Diego Padres.
A.J. Brown broke his silence on his relationship with Jalen Hurts one day after the Eagles traded the star wide receiver to the Patriots.
Philadelphia leaders, past and present, say they're ready for the FIFA World Cup and provided their safety plan on Tuesday.
Freshly acquired New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown was all smiles Tuesday after his first practice with his new team.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
The largest African American street festival in the nation returns to South Philadelphia this month to celebrate art, entertainment and cuisine. "Bumi" Fernandez-West, CEO of Odunde Festival, joined CBS News Philadelphia to talk about this year's celebration and what visitors can expect in 2026.
New research shows more Gen Z and millennial couples are keeping their bank accounts separate, and while there's nothing wrong with independence, the approach has its own pitfalls for a relationship and your finances. In this preview of the latest In Your Corner podcast episode, Josh Sidorowicz chats with certified financial planner Regina McCann Hess about the real key: communication.
Leaders have chosen Thomas Jefferson University to establish a regional campus of the Sidney Kimmel Medical College in Delaware, making it the state's first four-year medical school. Classes are set to begin in the summer of 2028.
A standoff has been underway for hours in Bakersfield, California, after a man barricaded himself inside a Chase bank and took several people hostage. CBS News Philadelphia's Josh Sanders has the latest from the Pulse Desk.
The NEXT big change in the Philadelphia region's weather is the arrival of warm air and hot high temperatures. Wednesday is a bit of a transition day with us only reaching highs in the 80s, but we could see a high of 90 Thursday and mid-90s heading into the weekend. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.