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Penn State President Graham Spanier, one of the nation's longest-serving college presidents, was ousted Wednesday in the wake of a child sex abuse scandal involving the school's football program that authorities suggested wasn't taken seriously by university officials.
Penn State needs a coach. Urban Meyer is available. Let the speculation begin.
Gov. Tom Corbett said Wednesday that Penn State's trustees must act firmly and swiftly in response to an unfolding child sex abuse scandal and expressed disappointment over the response of university officials.
It was like a living funeral of a beloved grandfatherly figure when Joe Paterno told his team Wednesday morning that he would retire after this season. There had been speculation for some time this week about Paterno's future, but the 84-year-old coaching legend ended that talk by making his announcement to the team.
A chronological look at the case against former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky, based on a grand jury report in Pennsylvania state court. Some key dates in Penn State football history are included. Sandusky has been charged with 40 criminal counts, accusing him of serial sex abuse of minors.
By Bill Campbell: I frequently find myself talking and writing about weekends to remember. We have just finished a weekend that is best forgotten.
Chris talks to Mayor Michael Nutter about his re-election last night, Governor Tom Corbett about the Jerry Sandusky/Penn State scandal and analyzes the lastest allegations of sexual harassment against Herman Cain.
A former U.S. attorney who's now a Delaware County congressman is asking the federal education secretary to open up a probe into the failure of top Penn State officials to report the sex abuse allegations against former defensive coach Jerry Sandusky.
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.
Chris talks to Jack Cashill about the death of Joe Frazier, Ray Didinger about the Eagles loss to the Bears, Inquirer Writer Bob Warner and Larry Kane about Election Day in the Delaware Valley, and CBS Evening News Anchor Scott Pelley about a special series on jobs and unemployment.
View Grand Jury report detailing accusations and charges against former PSU defensive coordinator, Jerry Sandusky, 67, who has been accused of sexually abusing eight boys.
Chris reviews the charges against former Penn State Defensive Coordinator Jerry Sandusky, and talks to Author and Columnist Buzz Bissinger about Joe Paterno's potential involvement. He also talks to Jeff Roe and Michael Bronstein about Herman Cain's campaign and to Senior Editor at Fortune.com, Dan Primack, about Jon Corzine's role in his firm's loss of $600 million.
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 Pennsylvania law requiring some school officials and others to report suspected child abuse does not apply to a Penn State administrator who's accused of keeping quiet about allegations that a former football coach molested a boy in a shower, the administrator's attorney said Sunday.
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.
J.J. Denman still gets calls, but it's been narrowed to just Rutgers. He's even taken a few shots that lit up some message boards -- particularly Penn State message boards -- about his recent decision.
Buffalo safety Bryan Scott, who starred at Central Bucks High School East in Doylestown before going to Penn State, is now in his ninth season in the NFL.
This week, the 2-1 Nittany Lions return to Beaver Stadium to host Eastern Michigan out of the MAC.
KYW's Matt Leon spoke with the longtime voice of the Owls, KYW's own Harry Donahue, to talk about the match-up with Maryland and what the Owls need to do to pull out a win in College Park.
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.
And a growing number of colleges, including University of Michigan and Penn State, are making accomodations for students in recovery from drug and alcohol abuse.
The US Department of Education has unveiled a website that lists college affordability as a means of making college costs more accessible, transparent and accountable to the public.
According to the new website, of the 32 most expensive public schools for in-state tuition, Penn State's 20 campuses are on the list, with main campus on top.
Democrats don't have the numbers to block the main budget bills, but bills that fund Temple, Lincoln, Pitt and Penn State require a two-thirds super majority to pass. After refusing to put up votes for the state-related universities Monday, Democrats changed course on Tuesday.
Higher education will still see major cuts in a budget deal negotiated by Governor Corbett and legislative leaders, although the pain will not be as bad as in the budget the governor originally proposed.
The Philadelphia Eagles became the first repeat NFC East champion in 20 years with their 29-18 win over Washington.
A mother and her 5-month-old baby girl are in the hospital after being shot in West Philadelphia, family told CBS News Philadelphia Sunday.
The Powerball jackpot grew to an estimated $1.6 billion after no tickets matched all six winning numbers at Saturday night's drawing. It's the fifth-largest prize among U.S. lottery jackpots.
It's an early Christmas present for many Eagles fans as the Birds clinched another playoff berth and division title.
Sunday marks the official start of winter, but it'll actually feel more like fall with high temperatures in the upper 40s and even near 50 degrees.
The Philadelphia Eagles became the first repeat NFC East champion in 20 years with their 29-18 win over Washington.
For the first time in more than 20 years, the NFC East has a back-to-back division winner after the Eagles defeated the Commanders Saturday night.
A mother and her 5-month-old baby girl are in the hospital after being shot in West Philadelphia, family told CBS News Philadelphia Sunday.
The Powerball jackpot grew to an estimated $1.6 billion after no tickets matched all six winning numbers at Saturday night's drawing. It's the fifth-largest prize among U.S. lottery jackpots.
It's an early Christmas present for many Eagles fans as the Birds clinched another playoff berth and division title.
It's an early Christmas present for many Eagles fans as the Birds clinched another playoff berth and division title.
Seventy-five residents were displaced from their homes after a deadly fire tore through an apartment building in Drexel Hill.
A 54-year-old man riding a bicycle died early Saturday in a hit-and-run in Overbrook, police say.
Eight puppies are in the care of a rescue organization after they were found outside a Philadelphia Target store on Friday.
Philadelphia and South Jersey residents were left shaken after powerful winds sent massive trees onto homes and vehicles Friday.
Philadelphia and South Jersey residents were left shaken after powerful winds sent massive trees onto homes and vehicles Friday.
A man and his baby are safe after a tree fell onto their home in Washington Township, police said.
Mayor Marty Small, who was accused of physically and emotionally abusing his teenage daughter, was found not guilty Thursday.
Sherrill and Lt. Gov.-elect Dale Caldwell said their inauguration will take place in New Jersey's largest city.
Three kids were hospitalized Wednesday after falling into a frozen lake in Mount Holly, New Jersey, police said.
Several inches of snow fell across the Philadelphia region Sunday as a winter storm moved through the Delaware Valley.
The snow has moved out of the Delaware Valley Sunday after dropping inches of snow in communities around the region.
From packing your car to driving safety, here's a few tips to help you stay safe once the snow starts falling.
South Jerseyans are preparing for what could be a significant winter blast of snow this weekend.
The 68 Ventures Bowl announced that Delaware football will take on the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns in Mobile, Alabama, on Dec. 17, 2025.
Hearing technology helps deaf and hard-of-hearing students perform at the annual holiday show in Overbrook.
A Pennsylvania man visited Penn to thank the surgeon who saved his life during a stroke.
There are encouraging early signs the angel advocate approach is helping people find organ donors.
Children with critical illnesses and their families can visit the Wishing Place in Bala Cynwyd to start their wish journeys.
An early Christmas present came to some people from Tanzania visiting South Jersey for life-altering interventions.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Amazon's Northeast Philadelphia facility expects to see about 10,000 more packages per day during the holiday peak.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance each received a prestigious Michelin star, the first for any Philadelphia restaurants.
SEPTA's largest workers' union voted to ratify its new contract with the Philadelphia-based transit agency Wednesday night.
SEPTA offered a glimpse inside the Center City trolley tunnel as crews work to fix problems that have shut down service for weeks.
NJDOT is raising awareness about speeding, drunk driving and distracted driving while using humor and some holiday puns.
Residents say the icy conditions on side streets in Manayunk and Roxborough need more attention from the city.
Road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect in Philadelphia Monday and Tuesday for Officer Andy Chan's funeral.
The Philadelphia Eagles became the first repeat NFC East champion in 20 years with their 29-18 win over Washington.
It's an early Christmas present for many Eagles fans as the Birds clinched another playoff berth and division title.
Tyrese Maxey scored 38 points, including seven during a key fourth-quarter stretch as the 76ers defeated the Mavericks 121-114.
For the first time in more than 20 years, the NFC East has a back-to-back division winner after the Eagles defeated the Commanders Saturday night.
The Rangers killed off two penalties in overtime on the way to beating the Flyers 5-4 in a shootout on Saturday.
Albert Brooks said he's still in shock over the death of his friend Rob Reiner, whom he met at 14 years old.
The Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube starting in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday.
Sylvester Stallone reflects on his iconic roles as Rocky Balboa and John Rambo, his rough upbringing, and the legacy he hopes to leave in a touching "CBS Mornings" interview.
Known as a popular Hollywood director, Rob Reiner also had a lengthy record of political and civic activism, especially in California.
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested on murder charges following their deaths, police said.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
AAA says airports across the country could have their busiest holiday travel season ever this year, and Philadelphia International Airport is already seeing a rush of traffic days before Christmas. CBS News Philadelphia's Brandon Goldner has what fliers should expect if they're heading to the airport this week.
After no one won Saturday night's grand prize, the Powerball jackpot jumped again to $1.6 billion! If someone wins Monday night's drawing, they'll take home about $735 million after taxes.
Jealous of how quickly your dog can hit the snooze button? Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson explains why it seems like dogs have no trouble dozing off.
Sunday is the first official day of winter, but it'll feel more like fall with high temperatures near 50 degrees. The NEXT Weather team is tracking another round of a wintry mix early Tuesday and the chance for showers on Christmas Day.
Winter will ironically feel more like Fall with highs in the mid to upper 40s. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.