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The charity for troubled youths started by Jerry Sandusky more than three decades ago—and through which the retired Penn State assistant football coach met the boys he is charged with sexually abusing—said Friday it is seeking court approval to shut down and transfer its programs to a Texas-based youth ministry that serves abused and neglected children.
Jury selection is scheduled to begin Tuesday, June 5th, in Centre County Court.
Sandusky had previously filed a motion to dismiss the charges against him, saying they were too vague as to dates, locations and other specifics, or lacked evidence.
Jerry Sandusky is again asking a judge to delay the June start date of his trial on child sex abuse charges.
Chris talks to Lawyer Gregory Gianforcaro on the latest in the Jerry Sandusky trial, Matthew Pestronk about his company's dispute with unions, CBS Philly's Spike Eskin on Flyers, Sixers, and Phillies all losing last night, and former Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty about Rick Santorum's endorsement of Mitt Romney.
Prosecutors in the Jerry Sandusky case have changed the timeline of a critical allegation in the case against the former assistant football coach and two former Penn State administrators.
One of the three new members of the Board of Trustees at Penn State came from the gridiron.
The Penn State board of trustees was told that the independent investigation of the Jerry Sandusky affair remains on course, to be completed before the start of the new academic year.
The judge presiding over the Jerry Sandusky case denied the prosecution's motion to stop the defense from issuing subpoenas on Thursday.
Jerry Sandusky's attorney, Joe Amendola, has fired back in court documents responding to allegations that he has abused subpoena power.
Seeking to make amends for the Penn State child sex abuse scandal, the university said it has given more than $1.1 million in football bowl revenues to its new center for child abuse research and treatment.
The prosecution is accusing Jerry Sandusky's lawyers of "exploiting" subpoenas
The Nittany Lions' new leader is embarking on a nine-day, 18-stop bus tour spread out over the next three weeks.First stop: Philadelphia on Monday.
The Commonwealth calls the attorney's actions "spectacular irresponsibility" in the treatment of secret information.
Penn State says it provided Joe Paterno's estate with more than $5.5 million in payments and benefits Thursday to settle his employment contract.
The judge presiding over the Jerry Sandusky case has issued his rulings on pre-trial motions discussed in court last week.
It looks as though motions to dismiss charges against Jerry Sandusky may be argued another day.
First and foremost, the judge will hear arguments on a motion by Sandusky's lawyer to dismiss the charges against his client.
The Commonwealth has now filed its response to Jerry Sandusky's motion to dismiss child sex abuse charges against him, as the judge in the case postpones the start of the trial until early June.
Chris talks to Steve Cordasco on Finance Friday, Attorney Gregory Gianforcaro about the latest details from the Jerry Sandusky trial, CBS 3's Beasley Reece on Peyton Manning and the New Orleans Saints suspensions and he also analyzes what could be the beginning of the end of Rick Santorum's Presidential campaign.
As expected, Sandusky's attorney makes the argument that many of the charges against the former Penn State assistant football coach involving ten alleged victims should be dismissed because, lacking precise dates and locations, they are "so general and non-specific that the defendant cannot adequately prepare a defense to those charges".
The Quinnipac Universty Poll released Friday shows that Pennsylvania voters support changing the name of Beaver Stadium to "Joe Paterno Stadium," by a 46-to-40 percent margin.
Chris previews tonight's Republican Primaries in Mississippi and Alabama and what a victory would mean to Mitt Romney. He talks to Scott Rudich of Round Guy Breweries about dealing with the Liquor Control Board in Pennsylvania and to Julie Chen and Aisha Tyler of CBS Television's The Talk.
A family from Mohrsville, Pa, north of Reading, is appealing to the Penn State board of trustees to name the field within Beaver Stadium in honor of Paterno.
Jerry Sandusky's lawyer said Monday that his client cannot get a fair trial without additional specifics regarding when and where his alleged sexual abuse of children occurred, and he plans to seek dismissal of charges if more details are not produced by the attorney general's office.
This weekend feels like fall, with blustery conditions, and a mix of sun and clouds.
A community in Lawnside came together with a peace vigil after a resident's fence was defaced with a racist message.
The Salvation Army's trademark bell and iconic red kettle signal the ringing in of the holiday season and the joy of sharing.
There's a $20,000 reward for information after a man in his 30s was shot and killed in Kingsessing on Wednesday.
An officer is expected to be released from the hospital after they were injured in a hit-and-run crash with another car in Hunting Park early Saturday morning.
This weekend feels like fall, with blustery conditions, and a mix of sun and clouds.
A community in Lawnside came together with a peace vigil after a resident's fence was defaced with a racist message.
The Salvation Army's trademark bell and iconic red kettle signal the ringing in of the holiday season and the joy of sharing.
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is here, with the annual 26.2-mile run taking over the city with road closures and traffic delays.
This weekend feels like fall, with blustery conditions, and a mix of sun and clouds.
A lawyer for former Temple basketball standout Hysier Miller says the 22-year-old sat for a long interview with the NCAA amid an investigation into unusual gambling activity.
A man is recovering after he was shot in the left foot while riding a SEPTA bus in North Philadelphia Friday night, according to police.
Ahmed Muhumed took first place in the Philadelphia half marathon after never running one before, the frequent 5K and 10K runner said.
Don Bell will be inducted into the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Hall of Fame and Pat Ciarrocchi has been named the 2024 Person of the Year.
A community in Lawnside came together with a peace vigil after a resident's fence was defaced with a racist message.
A new work program called the Hope Work Initiative launched this week in Atlantic City to give people experiencing homelessness a second chance.
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
A World War II veteran in Vineland, New Jersey celebrated his 103rd birthday at the French Embassy in Washington DC.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
Former NFL running back Wendell Smallwood Jr. has been charged with defrauding COVID-19 relief programs, court documents show.
Sahori Arteaga and her family spent 10 months at the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware after flying 3,000 miles from Honduras to Wilmington for a kidney transplant.
It was a full circle moment when a Chester County mother brought her son to visit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware for the first time.
For the Schiro family from Nevada, the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware — "Donald's House" — is a second home.
While we don't have anything solid in the forecast, as of late November, meteorologists can look at trends and historical dates.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
As runners count down to Sunday's big race at the Philadelphia Marathon, the cause is driving some people to run 26.2 miles.
A high school in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, has a reported whooping cough case.
The new report shows the lung cancer survival rate has improved 26% in the last five years.
Skin care products are popular on TikTok, but some of them can damage skin, experts say.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
The bar made the announcement on social media in a collaborative post with all other Bark Social locations.
The Philadelphia City Council is scheduled to hear public comment Tuesday afternoon on the proposed Sixers arena near the city's Chinatown neighborhood.
The Eagles running back is looking to get into sports consulting and talent management, the application shows.
Six Flags announced it shut down the Kingda Ka and Green Lantern roller coasters to make way for two new rides including The Flash coaster.
SEPTA will receive an infusion of $153 million in "flexed" federal highway money, enough to cover its running deficit, officials announced Friday.
Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is here, with the annual 26.2-mile run taking over the city with road closures and traffic delays.
Starting Dec. 1, hopping on a SEPTA bus, train, or trolley will likely cost you more. The Transit Authority approved a 7.5% rate increase on Thursday across much of its system.
On Wednesday, SEPTA agree to tentative deals with two unions to avert a strike in Philadelphia and its suburbs.
A crash shut down Route 309 northbound near Fort Washington and Upper Dublin Township for several hours on Wednesday morning.
Matvei Michkov scored a power-play goal in overtime as the Flyers overcame a two-goal deficit in the third period to beat the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2.
A lawyer for former Temple basketball standout Hysier Miller says the 22-year-old sat for a long interview with the NCAA amid an investigation into unusual gambling activity.
The Philadelphia 76ers snapped a five-game losing streak with a 113-98 win over the Brooklyn Nets in an NBA Cup game.
Philadelphia 76ers say center Joel Embiid is managing swelling in his left knee and will miss a second consecutive game Sunday.
The Philadelphia Phillies did not tender Austin Hays a contract on Friday, making the outfielder a free agent.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is getting his own late-night television show on ESPN early next year.
The Stardew Valley Symphony of Seasons tour is bringing a video game soundtrack to over 60 cities.
Jay Leno was badly injured in Greensburg when the 74-year-old comedian fell down a hill.
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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.
Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the latest of the NEXT Weather forecast.
'Tis the season for giving back to others and helping families in your local community. The Salvation Army kicked off its Red Kettle campaign this Saturday, making Christmas possible for many this holiday season. Aziza Shuler reports.
A South Jersey community comes together after a resident's fence was defaced with a racist message. The act of hate in the historic town of Lawnside has triggered an outpouring of love and support. The community held a peace vigil on Saturday. Ryan Hughes reports.
A sorority at Dartmouth College and two members of a fraternity are facing charges related to the death of a student who drowned after attending an off-campus party this summer.
The recall impacts a number of models from the years 2022 to 2025.