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Two former Penn State administrators will stand trial on perjury charges for allegedly lying to a grand jury to cover up a child sex abuse scandal involving former Nittany Lions defensive coordinator Jerry Sandusky.
Indicted former football coach Jerry Sandusky declined to face his alleged victims in court on Tuesday. However, that didn't stop his attorney from challenging their credibility outside the courtroom by saying they may be engaged in collusion.
Moments after Jerry Sandusky waived his hearing this morning in Centre County, there was reaction from just about everyone including the attorneys for the alleged victims.
A preliminary hearing that was expected to last all day and include testimony from the alleged victims in the child sexual abuse case against Jerry Sandusky instead only lasted minutes.
Jerry Sandusky, former Penn State Nittany Lions defensive coordinator, was reportedly passed over for a volunteer coaching job at another local college after failing a background check. However, despite what the background check showed, Sandusky reportedly still spent a lot of time around the organization.
(AP) — Joe Paterno fractured his pelvis again following a fall at his home but will not need surgery, a person close to the family told The Associated Press on Sunday.
Joe Paterno will not require surgery to repair a broken pelvis suffered during a recent fall at his home.
Although the sun had already set by the start of last night's game, Duquesne (6-4) pulled out the 66-59 win over Penn State (6-5) in the teams' 43rd matchup, with a night and day effort from the first half to second half, led by two Detroit guys, senior guard Eric Evans who had a game-high 20 points and sophomore swingman Jerry Jones' who had a career-high 14 points.
Following his arrest on Wednesday afternoon, former defensive coordinator for Penn State's football team Jerry Sandusky has reportedly posted bail. Sandusky was taken in handcuffs from his home in State College Wednesday by state police and agents from the Attorney General's Office.
Jerry Sandusky, the former defensive coordinator for Penn State's football team, is now facing additional charges as part of the ongoing grand jury investigation in the alleged sexual abuse of children. According to the Attorney General's Office, Sandusky was arrested and arraigned earlier today on the new charges.
(93-7 The FAN) — The No. 24 Penn State Nittany Lions have accepted a big to the TickeyCity Bowl in Dallas Jan. 2 against No. 20 Houston.
Jerry Sandusky - the man accused in connection with the alleged sexual abuse of boys, which has ignited a scandal at Penn State University – is speaking out again about the allegations. The New York Times did the second interview with Sandusky, the former defensive coordinator for Penn State's football team.
It took just a few minutes for Penn State trustees to reaffirm the shake-up since a child sex abuse scandal broke.
The attorney for Jerry Sandusky said he and his client have not discussed entering a plea bargain.
A new accuser has filed the first civil lawsuit against former Penn State University football coach Jerry Sandusky.
Cory Giger, writer for the Altoona Mirror, following Penn State Football, joined Bob Pompeani on his Saturday show to preview the Nittany Lions contest today for an opportunity to go to the Big Ten Championship Game.
Franco Harris joined Robert Mangino on NewsRadio1020 KDKA tonight to talk about the recent issues surrounding Penn State and his position at the Pittsburgh Promise.
Shocking new developments in the Penn State scandal. The KDKA investigators have learned one of the two new alleged cases that was reported Tuesday was one of Sandusky's relatives.
E-mails dating back several years show that officials in the Penn State football program – particularly Joe Paterno – wanted to handle player discipline internally without the university's guidance.
A former FBI director has been chosen to lead the special investigation by Penn State's Board of Trustees into university action and inaction In the sex abuse scandal.
More unsettling information is surfacing concerning Penn State's former defensive coordinator Jerry Sandusky and his alleged dealings on the university's campus.
Hall of Fame Steeler and former Penn State linebacker Jack Hamm joined Bob Pompeani on his Saturday program on SportsRadio 93-7 The Fan.
Franco Harris is an iconic figure, but once he started defending Joe Paterno, people started turning on the Steeler Hall of Famer. Franco's not backing down.
Former Penn State head football coach Joe Paterno has been diagnosed with lung cancer. His son, Scott Paterno, says the diagnosis came last weekend. He had a follow up appointment because of a bronchial condition.
Tuesday is a First Alert Weather Day due to cold temperatures.
The stabbing happened around 5:30 a.m. on Monday along Mount Pleasant Road.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are searching for a new head coach for the first time in nearly 20 years after Mike Tomlin stepped down last week.
The National Weather Service said wind chills Monday night and Tuesday morning could reach nearly -15 degrees.
A police chase ended over a hillside in the area of Pine Street high above Rt. 906.
Tuesday is a First Alert Weather Day due to cold temperatures.
The stabbing happened around 5:30 a.m. on Monday along Mount Pleasant Road.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are searching for a new head coach for the first time in nearly 20 years after Mike Tomlin stepped down last week.
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Looking overseas, there is wide opposition to the idea of taking Greenland by force.
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
Pennsylvania's two sitting senators, Republican Dave McCormick and Democrat John Fetterman, told CBS News they do not support a U.S. military takeover of Greenland.
The lawmakers posted a video in November that told military service members that they "must refuse illegal orders."
Five congressional Democrats say they have received inquiries from the DOJ after they appeared in a video urging members of the military not to follow "illegal orders" — a move the lawmakers allege is political intimidation.
Scams targeting utility customers are on the rise in Pennsylvania, the attorney general says.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
If you get a ticket in the city of Pittsburgh, there could be a higher chance that instead of getting it on your car windshield, you're getting it in the mail.
Western Pennsylvania is grappling with a December that has been significantly colder than in years past.
Taking a look back at the best moments of the week on Pittsburgh Today Live!
Tony Ciotoli, from City Grows, shows us which plants can help purify spaces during the cold, stuffy winter months!
Team PTL shares simple ways to find happiness with one go-to move!
Fitness Trainer, Daniel Hill of House Call Personal Training, shows us some simple exercises to get your body moving!
Local content creator, Jimmy Big Muscles, channeled his “Nonna’s” Chicken Cotoletta for today’s recipe!
Some drivers in Pittsburgh are ignoring road closure signs in the South Side Flats, leaving residents exasperated.
A Westmoreland County taxidermist is under investigation by the Pennsylvania State Police.
Stray voltage from a nearby streetlight shocked Montana Mitchell and her dog, leaving the dog immobile.
Twin boys have been seen selling lemonade for long hours several times a week on street corners throughout Pittsburgh and the suburbs.
A woman says she and her dog were shocked while running in Pittsburgh's Strip District.
The yearly tradition marks the start of months of training for Pittsburgh Marathon participants.
Firefighters have a 62% higher risk of cancer, and this week, the New Castle Central Fire Station hosted pre-screenings.
Once the holidays are over, we often find ourselves in a funk, so how can we find ways to boost our mood?
A major expansion in women's health care is taking shape in Washington County.
Flu cases keep increasing, but at least one Pittsburgh-area emergency room doctor says not everyone needs to visit him.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are searching for a new head coach for the first time in nearly 20 years after Mike Tomlin stepped down last week.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The former Green Bay and Dallas head coach, Mike McCarthy, is reportedly speaking to the Steelers.
Charlie Coyle scored the deciding goal in the shootout and the Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-3 on Saturday night.
McConnell, a Chartiers Valley High School graduate, reached the milestone with two assists in the first quarter of Friday's game.
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor on Tuesday announced a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhood business districts across the city.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
The Macy's location at the Pittsburgh Mills Mall will be among the several closures.
With the Steelers hosting their first playoff game with fans in the building since 2018, a lot of revenue is expected to be made in the city.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
"The Pitt" won big at the Golden Globes on Sunday night.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA-TV First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley!
A cold weather advisory has been issued for the area that takes effect Monday evening.
Watch as Chris Adamski, Jeff Hathhorn, and Ray Fittipaldo join KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani for another round of sound on this edition of the #1 Cochran Sports Showdown!
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani discusses the sports topics of the day.
Westmoreland County 911 says a pursuit with police ended in Monessen with a large-scale rescue operation.
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.
