Judge denies Jerry Sandusky's appeal for new trial
Jerry Sandusly's lawyers said they have new evidence that has to do with a "repressed memory" that was used to convict the former Penn State assistant coach.
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Jerry Sandusly's lawyers said they have new evidence that has to do with a "repressed memory" that was used to convict the former Penn State assistant coach.
Jerry Sandusly's lawyers said they have new evidence that has to do with a "repressed memory" that was used to convict the former Penn State assistant coach.
It was ten years ago this weekend that the child sex abuse scandal surrounding Former football coach Jerry Sandusky rocked Penn State and our region.
Spanier was forced out as university president shortly after Sandusky was arrested in 2011 on child molestation charges.
Sandusky was convicted in 2012 of sexual abuse of 10 boys, ranging from grooming to sexual attacks.
Jerry Sandusky was given the same penalty as before.
This comes two weeks after judge Maureen Skerda pushed the hearing back.
Judge Maureen Skerda on Thursday pushed the hearing back to 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22, at the county courthouse in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania.
The victim claims the assault happened between 2000-2010.
Judge John Foradora's order recused himself and directed Centre County court officials to ask that another judge be appointed on Wednesday.
Sandusky had been sentenced to 30 to 60 years for child molestation.
Sandusky was sentenced in 2012 to 30 to 60 years.
The Sandusky scandal has cost Penn State over a quarter-billion dollars.
Sandusky was sentenced in 2012 to 30 to 60 years, but a Superior Court panel said that included the improper application of mandatory minimums.
Penn State has settled a lawsuit by a man who claimed former university assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky molested him in a car in 2007, when the man was about 14 years old.
It's not clear how many people shared in the latest settlements, which were paid during the 2016-17 school year.
This is a big blow for Sandusky and his legal team, who argued he did not receive adequate representation from his lawyers during his initial 2012 trial.
A Pennsylvania judge said Monday he will announce later this week whether to grant former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky a new trial or throw out child sexual abuse convictions against him.
Police say they began an investigation into Jeffrey Sandusky in November 2016 when a child claimed to have received text messages from him asking for naked photos.
A police report obtained by CNN bolsters evidence that legendary football coach Joe Paterno knew years before Jerry Sandusky's arrest that his longtime assistant might be sexually abusing children.
Two former high-ranking Penn State administrators surrendered Saturday morning to serve jail sentences for how they responded to a 2001 complaint about Jerry Sandusky showering with a boy.
Former university athletic director Tim Curley, 63, former vice president Gary Schultz, 67, and ex-president Graham Spanier, 68, were all convicted of child endangerment in the case.
Penn State said the trustee was speaking personally, not for the university, and prosecutors issued a rebuke.
The failure of Penn State's former president to report child molestation accusations against Jerry Sandusky allowed evil "to run wild," prosecutors said Tuesday at the start of Graham Spanier's trial. A defense attorney accused prosecutors of trying to "criminalize a judgment call."
More than five years after the Jerry Sandusky scandal exploded, the trial of the former president of Penn State University, accused in an alleged cover-up in the Sandusky case, is set to begin with jury selection Monday morning in a Harrisburg courtroom.
An investigation is underway after an ATM inside a Chinese restaurant in Strawberry Mansion exploded early Saturday morning.
Bucks County detectives are investigating an officer involved shooting that occurred on Saturday, according to the Bucks County DA's office.
The festival, a three-day celebration of music, art and community, is highlighting Germantown's rich jazz legacy — and its future.
Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber and Max Kepler each had two RBIs for Philadelphia, which scored a total of 13 runs during its losing streak.
As rain poured down at the 129th Penn Relays on Saturday, hundreds of fans cheered at Franklin Field.
An investigation is underway after an ATM inside a Chinese restaurant in Strawberry Mansion exploded early Saturday morning.
Bucks County detectives are investigating an officer involved shooting that occurred on Saturday, according to the Bucks County DA's office.
The 2025 NFL draft is underway. Track every pick by the Philadelphia Eagles here.
Thousands of athletes will descend on the University of Pennsylvania's Franklin Field from April 24-26 to compete in track and field events at the 129th annual Penn Relays.
The funeral service for Pope Francis took place Saturday morning at the Vatican. Watch the full ceremony.
An investigation is underway after an ATM inside a Chinese restaurant in Strawberry Mansion exploded early Saturday morning.
Bucks County detectives are investigating an officer involved shooting that occurred on Saturday, according to the Bucks County DA's office.
The festival, a three-day celebration of music, art and community, is highlighting Germantown's rich jazz legacy — and its future.
As rain poured down at the 129th Penn Relays on Saturday, hundreds of fans cheered at Franklin Field.
Whether you prefer salty or sweet, here's where you can score a freebie treat this National Pretzel Day.
Whether you prefer salty or sweet, here's where you can score a freebie treat this National Pretzel Day.
Saturday will be soggy at times with breezy conditions before a broken line of storms moves in later and clears out overnight.
An easy way to properly dispose of unused medicine is by taking part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 26.
Nearly a dozen people have been arrested in a takedown of an organized car theft ring in New Jersey, authorities announced Friday.
Timber Creek Regional High School knows what type of player and person the Philadelphia Eagles are getting in Jihaad Campbell.
Whether you prefer salty or sweet, here's where you can score a freebie treat this National Pretzel Day.
Rep. Sarah McBride of Delaware hopes to tackle the issue of the bird flu, as chicken production is her state's top industry.
The Appoquinimink School District said a crash on Route 896 in Bear, Delaware, involved one of its school buses, but no students were injured.
Fifteen-year-old Sa'riyah Patterson was struck and killed by a driver in a hit-and-run in Wilmington on Monday morning.
Fog will linger throughout the day Sunday, with scattered showers expected in Philadelphia throughout the morning. Tomorrow, heavier rain is likely during the AM commute.
An easy way to properly dispose of unused medicine is by taking part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 26.
New friends now sharing the gift of life after transplant patients had the opportunity to meet in person at a special introduction.
Days after a judge approved Prospect Medical Holdings' closure of Crozer Health, Taylor Hospital will close Saturday morning.
April 26 has officially become known as Diabetic Eye Screening Day in Pennsylvania. There will be free screenings to help prevent vision loss for people with diabetes.
The closure of Crozer Health is leaving a void in health care in Delaware County and raising concerns for local businesses.
The closure of Crozer Health is leaving a void in health care in Delaware County and raising concerns for local businesses.
A nonprofit and a restaurant in South Jersey are teaming up for Good Friday to help families in need with a meal giveaway.
Good food is part of the Good Friday holiday tradition for families in Philadelphia's Port Richmond neighborhood this Easter weekend.
West Chester toy store fears President Trump's tariffs on imports could put them out of business.
Mack Trucks plans to lay off up to 350 people over the next 90 days at its operations center in Lower Macungie Township, Pa.
I-95 was closed from Northeast Philadelphia to Bucks County for hours on Easter Sunday as crews worked to repair a damaged 4-inch high-pressure natural gas main
The expansion of the Schuylkill River Trail from Christian to Crescent in Philadelphia is scheduled to open on May 17.
I-95 in Delaware County has reopened after a crash near the Route 476 exit.
Transportation advocates and officials gathered in Delaware County on Thursday to call on the state to increase funding for SEPTA.
SEPTA riders and state and local officials gathered at City Hall to protest the potential service cuts and demand a permanent yearly funding increase.
Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber and Max Kepler each had two RBIs for Philadelphia, which scored a total of 13 runs during its losing streak.
As rain poured down at the 129th Penn Relays on Saturday, hundreds of fans cheered at Franklin Field.
Colin Rea (1-0) limited Philadelphia to three hits over five scoreless innings for the win.
The Philadelphia Eagles traded up a spot to select Jihaad Campbell at No. 31 overall. The front office had a good idea of the player they were getting. Campbell certainly stood out.
Kampton Kam, a junior track and field high jumper at Penn, is looking to win big during the 129th running of the Penn Relays.
The 2025 AMA nominations were released on Wednesday, with Kendrick Lamar leading with 10. The awards show will air on May 26.
Much to the disappointment of anyone crushing on Philadelphia's leading man, Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts is officially a married man.
A casting call is out for extras needed when the Hershey biopic comes to film in Pittsburgh.
The WWE's 41st WrestleMania event is finally here. Here's what time it starts and how to watch all the action on night 2.
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
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.
After shower—much need rain- and a few storms (including some severe weather in Ocean County, NJ), we’re clearing things out overnight. Andrew Kozak has the forecast for the week ahead.
Surveillance video obtained by CBS News Philadelphia shows an ATM explosion inside a Chinese restaurant, in Philadelphia's Strawberry Mansion neighborhood.
Bucks County detectives are investigating an officer involved shooting that occurred on Saturday, according to the Bucks County DA's office.
An investigation is underway after an ATM inside a Chinese restaurant, in Philadelphia's Strawberry Mansion neighborhood, exploded early Saturday morning. Ryan Hughes reports.
The festival, a three-day celebration of music, art and community, is highlighting Germantown's rich jazz legacy — and its future. Eva Andersen reports.