Hackenberg, PSU Beat Syracuse, 23-17
Christian Hackenberg threw two touchdown passes in his first college game and the freshman led Penn State to 23-17 victory against Syracuse on Saturday.
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Christian Hackenberg threw two touchdown passes in his first college game and the freshman led Penn State to 23-17 victory against Syracuse on Saturday.
Penn State University plans to charge all employees who do not undergo a health screening $100 a month!
Negotiations between Penn State and young men who claim they were abused by Jerry Sandusky are starting to bear fruit, with lawyers involved saying there will be more settlement announcements in the coming days.
A young man who testified he was fondled by former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky has reached a settlement that gives him some peace of mind while putting the university in a better position to recover the money through a third party, the man's attorney says.
Three former Penn State administrators have been ordered to stand trial in the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal.
Penn State's former president and two ex-administrators are in court on charges accusing them of failing to tell police about a sexual abuse allegation involving Jerry Sandusky and then trying to cover it up.
Penn State's Board of Trustees says several tentative settlements have been made with men who claim they were sexually abused by former assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky.
Penn State's former president Graham Spanier initiated a libel and defamation case Thursday against Louis Freeh, the former FBI director who a year ago produced a report for the school that was highly critical of Spanier's role in the child sex abuse scandal involving longtime assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky.
The state's highest court turned down appeals Friday by two of the three former Penn State administrators facing criminal charges alleging they covered up child abuse complaints against retired assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky.
Joe Paterno's family plans to file a lawsuit again the NCAA because of sanctions levied guest Penn State University.
Former Penn State President Graham Spanier became the highest paid public college president of 2011-12 when he was forced out over his handling of the sex abuse scandal involving former assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky, according to a survey released Sunday.
About 30 former Penn State football players showed up at a crowded Friday afternoon meeting of the Penn State Board of Trustees in Hershey, critical of the trustees handling of the Sandusky affair and their treatment of the late coach Joe Paterno.
It was not the way some college students wanted to remember their spring break. A bus full of Penn State University students had to be evacuated after the bus caught fire over the weekend.
Nearly three dozen downtown bars, restaurants and bottle shops agreed to halt alcohol sales to counter an early St. Patrick's Day celebration created by Penn State students, the most aggressive effort yet to curb drinking on the unofficial "State Patty's Day."
Joe Paterno's son is now talking about his family's fight to clear his late father's name following the child sex abuse scandal surrounding Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky.
Penn State University head coach Bill O'Brien joined The Fan Morning Show on Thursday to talk about how recruiting is a little different due to the NCAA's sanctions.
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) -- Bill O'Brien is staying at Penn State.
Marty Griffin asks Gov. Tom Corbett why he had a change of mind regarding the NCAA sanctions after stating on July 23 that the sanctions were to be accepted.
Here's a recap of the post-holiday edition of the KDKA Afternoon News in Case you missed anything.
A group of Penn State supporters from all walks of life crowded the room at the Nittany Lion Inn where Gov. Tom Corbett announced he was suing the NCAA to overturn sanctions against the university.
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 University of Pittsburgh and Penn State University are adding two years to the renewal of their football rivalry.
Former Penn State coach Mike McQueary says the university retaliated against him for testimony linked to the Jerry Sandusky investigation, and now he is suing. But Penn State is trying to delay that suit. Both sides were in court Friday.
Residents in Rostraver Township, Westmoreland County, said rats are still running rampant through their neighborhood.
A police officer in York County, Pennsylvania, fatally shot a dog and injured its owner after the animal attacked him, authorities said.
A historic Indiana Township, Allegheny County, church that was devastated by a fire in May will have to be torn down and rebuilt.
Pittsburgh Public Safety leaders said they recognize some 911 calls require more than an officer.
When you hear you're diagnosed with cancer, it can be overwhelming. It can leave questions, anger and a feeling of seclusion.
Severe weather, including the potential for a tornado, is possible in the early morning hours of Thursday for parts of the Pittsburgh area.
A police officer in York County, Pennsylvania, fatally shot a dog and injured its owner after the animal attacked him, authorities said.
The state House passed a bill that would make what's known as "gas station heroin" illegal in Pennsylvania.
A black bear was caught on camera swimming in North Park Lake, prompting a warning from Allegheny County officials.
Jessie Orbin, a member of the Waynesburg University wrestling team, died in a motorcycle crash, the university said.
Vice President JD Vance said on "CBS Monrings" that the Trump administration wants "to tell the American people what's in this deal."
The state House passed a bill that would make what's known as "gas station heroin" illegal in Pennsylvania.
Changes will be coming to "skill games" in Pennsylvania after the state Supreme Court ruled the games are essentially slot machines.
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
The U.S. and Iran are expected to meet for a signing ceremony on Friday, June 19, in Switzerland, Pakistan's prime minister said.
A Pennsylvania state lawmaker is proposing giving taxpayers $250 to celebrate America's birthday.
Buc-ee's plans to open another store in Ohio, bringing its gas station, convenience store and smiling buck-toothed beaver mascot closer to the Pennsylvania stateline.
A James Beard Award-nominated bar is coming back to Pittsburgh.
What if what's sitting in your jewelry drawer is worth more than you think?
The price of electricity in Pennsylvania is going up next month.
We’re learning easy exercises you can do right from your hotel room, so you can stay active wherever your travels take you.
This week's waiting child, Melody, has a huge imagination and a creative spirit. So, we took her to one of the most colorful and creative spaces around town.
It’s time to learn how a few simple tools can keep your summer essentials from playing hide-and-seek, and Happy Lark Home Organizing shows us how.
Daisy is taking us to a mountain retreat that wants to roll out the red carpet for you and your four-legged sidekick!
Jeff’s journey is expected to cover more than 3,000 miles and take several months to complete as he pedals from coast to coast in support of the KDKA Turkey Fund.
A family in Whitehall says nearly 30 years after a freak accident changed their lives forever, they are looking for help.
Many families with children attending schools in the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh said they are trying to figure out the logic behind their upcoming tuition bills.
Pittsburgh's fire boat has been on the water for nearly a decade, but it hasn't seen much action.
A lawsuit has been filed over the smell neighbors say is coming from the Sherwin-Williams plant in Rochester.
Naida Reed contacted KDKA Investigates after she said Pittsburgh Water failed to follow through on what crews allegedly promised.
When you hear you're diagnosed with cancer, it can be overwhelming. It can leave questions, anger and a feeling of seclusion.
Allegheny County health officials said babies who have died from sudden unexpected infant death have more than doubled since 2000.
Lone star ticks have been found in Franklin and Erie counties in Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh, with its natural beauty and parks, can be a great place for people to put the phones down and enjoy life.
Doctors say it looks like it will be a bad season for tick-borne diseases.
North Carolina beat West Virginia 12-7 to advance to the College World Series finals for the first time since 2007.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
West Virginia must beat North Carolina this afternoon to keep their College World Series run alive.
Brandon Lowe hit a tiebreaking homer in the ninth inning, Bryan Reynolds went deep from both sides of the plate and the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied from an early four-run deficit to beat the Athletics 6-5.
The Mountaineers ended the Trojans' first College World Series appearance with a 12-0 victory on Tuesday.
Pittsburgh City Council has approved new legislation that would put new restrictions on vape shops.
Buc-ee's plans to open another store in Ohio, bringing its gas station, convenience store and smiling buck-toothed beaver mascot closer to the Pennsylvania stateline.
A James Beard Award-nominated bar is coming back to Pittsburgh.
A fractured majority of Republican justices sided with a sweeping challenge brought by local and county officials against Oak Run Solar.
The move by Republican Gov. Mike DeWine comes as tax breaks for energy-hungry AI data centers are increasingly playing a role in state budgets.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Locals spent Saturday at the Carrie Blast Furnaces for a day of sampling dozens of local beers and cocktails.
The Clarks are a band that Pittsburghers hear and think of home.
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra has extended the contract of music director Manfred Honeck through the 2032-2033 season.
The country group Little Big Town will perform at Citizens Live at the Wylie in October.
Two weeks after a boil water advisory was lifted in Belle Vernon, residents say they still do not have answers.
Residents in Rostraver Township, Westmoreland County, said rats are still running rampant through their neighborhood.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast for June 17, 2026.
Dr. Natalie Gentile, co-founder of Direct Care Physicians of Pittsburgh and founder of Rebel Wellness, is here to cut through the noise and tell us what's really worth paying attention to.
The Pittsburgh Riveters have a new mascot to cheer them on to victory. Boaz is introducing us to her!
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.
