Gov. Corbett: PSU Sanctions Were Overreaching & Unlawful
Gov. Tom Corbett had some harsh words for the NCAA while announcing an anti-trust lawsuit Wednesday morning.
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Gov. Tom Corbett had some harsh words for the NCAA while announcing an anti-trust lawsuit Wednesday morning.
Gov. Tom Corbett has scheduled a news conference Wednesday in State College to announce that the State of Pennsylvania will take the National Collegiate Athletic Association to court over sanctions the NCAA levied on Penn State University.
The Penn State Board of Trustees were supposed to comment on the harsh NCAA sanctions against the university on Sunday, but it never happened. However, there were some new details that came out of the special meeting about Penn State President Rodney Erickson's decision to sign off on the sanctions.
Running back Silas Redd announced Tuesday that he will transfer from Penn State to Southern California.
KDKA Radio's Mike Pintek talks with John Phillips, sports attorney and sports show host, about the NCAA.
The NCAA's sanctions against Penn State have raised many questions about whether the current members of the football team would remain in Happy Valley.
KDKA-AM' s Larry and John talk to Ralph Cindrich who says he has proof that the NCAA is corrupt, along with all kinds of other college sports programs.
Effects of the NCAA's harsh sanctions against Penn State are continuing to be felt and are far-reaching.
The sanctions against Penn State – both tough and painful – will be felt in Happy Valley for four years and beyond. Some legal observers call the NCAA's decision misguided and misdirected.
The NCAA sanctions may hurt the Penn State football program, but they don't appear to be hurting school spirit. In downtown State College, alumni shopped for school attire saying the NCAA sanctions won't damper their Penn State pride.
The NCAA announced a series of sanctions against Penn State University Monday morning in the wake of the Kerry Sandusky child sexual abuse scandal. Shortly after the announcement was made, University President Rodney Erickson issued a statement accepting the punishment handed down.
Faculty, students and staff knew penalties against Penn State were coming, but it was a tough pill to swallow when the announcement came Monday morning.
The Big Ten says Penn State will not be allowed to share in the conference's bowl revenues while it is banned from the postseason by the NCAA.
The NCAA announced a series of penalties against Penn State University Monday morning in the wake of a child sexual assault scandal involving former defensive coach Jerry Sandusky.
It's with some, solemn pride that I say that I've been a de facto voice of the Joe Paterno opposition.
Sunset over Beaver Stadium didn't stop the crowds of people or ease the pain of fans missing the Joe Paterno statue.
There are more Penn State alumni in Allegheny County than there are anywhere else in the world, and many have strong feelings about the removal of Joe Paterno's statue and the looming NCAA sanctions.
A quiet morning in State College was shattered by the sound of a jackhammer Sunday. Police closed off the street before workers removed the statue of Joe Paterno outside Beaver Stadium. After it was taken away, Penn State fans and supporters gathered to try and catch a glimpse of the now empty spot where the statue once stood.
Crews removed the statue of Joe Paterno outside of Beaver Stadium and the Paterno family issued a statement regarding the removal Sunday morning:
Penn State officials elected to take down the Joe Paterno Statue outside of Beaver Stadium Sunday morning, but another bombshell could come on Monday.
Moments after breaking the news of the NCAA's potentially "unprecedented" penalties against Penn State, CBS News investigative reporter Armen Keteyian joined Sportsradio 93-7 The Fan's Troy Clardy.
The president of Penn State University says he has ordered the removal of the statue of Hall of Fame coach Joe Paterno.
The debate over whether to take down a statue of Joe Paterno took another twist on Friday.
Both NCAA president Mark Emmert and Penn State president Rodney Erickson have spoken out regarding potential punishments to be levied against PSU and its football program.
Now that the Freeh report is out, what's next for Penn State? Will the NCAA sanction the football program? Will the Department of Education cutback funds?
A man is charged with shooting and killing his father at a home in Cook Township on Saturday, authorities said.
Pittsburgh's largest school district is gearing up students and families so they're ready to return to class.
Two Penn State fraternities are at the center of a cocaine trafficking ring bust, leading to charges against 14 people, authorities said.
Gregory Madeya, 69, is accused of stealing from three churches and his own mother.
The Jonas Brothers are returning to Pittsburgh later this year.
Two Penn State fraternities are at the center of a cocaine trafficking ring bust, leading to charges against 14 people, authorities said.
Gregory Madeya, 69, is accused of stealing from three churches and his own mother.
A man is charged with shooting and killing his father at a home in Cook Township on Saturday, authorities said.
Pittsburgh's largest school district is gearing up students and families so they're ready to return to class.
The Jonas Brothers are returning to Pittsburgh later this year.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The Senate Homeland Security Committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress over his refusal to answer questions during testimony before the committee last week.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
On Saturday, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke with Mr. Trump and cautioned him against conducting a fresh round of strikes on Iran, CBS News learned.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
While the importance of the family support system is timeless, a new study found it creates financial stressors for all involved.
The store will be located at the North Hills Village shopping center along McKnight Road.
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The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and the Sherwin-Williams Manufacturing Company entered into a consent order and agreement.
A community in Butler County said repeated boil water advisories have them uneasy about their water quality.
An investigation into alleged theft at the North Versailles tax collector's office is underway.
Nearly five months into a major road construction project in Beaver County, several small business owners say they are struggling to keep customers coming through the door.
Several waterways across Pennsylvania tested high for E. coli, environmental groups said.
The Pennsylvania measles outbreak isn't slowing down, and one local doctor said Pittsburgh is not immune.
The countdown to the first day of school is on, and now is the time to start making some adjustments.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Doctors are finding they are faced with questions about health advice from social media, but they caution that you can't always trust what you find.
Bryan Reynolds, Brandon Lowe, and Nick Yorke each had two RBIs to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates over the Boston Red Sox 8-3 after a 2 1/2-hour rain delay.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Sonny Gray worked seven innings for his career-best 15th win of the season, Wilyer Abreu hit a home run, and the Boston Red Sox beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-0 on Saturday night.
Some Bloomfield business owners paint a nuanced picture of how the annual Little Italy Days festival impacts them, saying that while they don't dislike the festival, they do make less money than they normally would.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
Amtrak is adding a second trip from Pittsburgh to New York later this year, officials said during a public board meeting.
The Jonas Brothers are returning to Pittsburgh later this year.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
The tour will be coming to Acrisure Stadium on May 8, 2027.
The popular vocal quintet Pentatonix is returning to Pittsburgh this holiday season.
Joe Manganiello says even when he spent 25 years living in Los Angeles, he always considered Pittsburgh home.
Two Penn State University fraternities are at the center of a cocaine trafficking ring bust, leading to charges against 14 people, authorities announced on Monday.
A Washington County man is behind bars after law enforcement says he lit the home he was living in on fire, then fled the scene. KDKA-TV's Ross Guidotti reports.
A new requirement in Pennsylvania will require public high school students to complete half a credit in personal finance. But learning about money doesn't have to mean memorizing numbers in a textbook.
We took our KDKA interns to the store to see what college students really need.
Boaz is making the most of summer with the Sundae Drive ice cream truck.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
