Elite universities received millions in donations from 'State of Palestine,' watchdog says
WASHINGTON (TND) — Several elite universities received donations from a foundation in the “State of Palestine" between 2017 and 2023, amounting to tens of millions of dollars, according to new findings from watchdog organization OpenTheBooks.
The schools which received donations include Brown University, Harvard University and Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP), according to OpenTheBooks. Brown in 2020 allegedly received $643,000 from a foundation based in the “State of Palestine” to establish a “Professorship in Palestinian Studies within Middle East Studies.
Punxsutawney man helps break world's longest pizza record
PUNXSUTAWNEY - Scott Anthony, owner of Punxsy Pizza, took part in the "World's Longest Pizza" event Saturday at Auto Club Speedway in California.
Anthony was the only pizza chef from Pennsylvania to help create the 1.3 mile-long pizza that broke the Guinness World Record.
The finished pizza stretched 6,333 feet, used 8,000 pounds of dough, 6,000 pounds of sauce and 5,600 pounds of cheese.
The previous record of 6,082 feet was made in Naples, Italy in 2016.
Remembering Johnstown Flood of 1977
JOHNSTOWN – It’s been 40 years since the storms rolled in and the dam broke, with floodwaters destroying just about everything in its path.
There was extreme tragedy and heartbreak, but thanks to the help of many, a community pushed through, resilient as ever.
6 News remembers the Johnstown Flood of 1977.
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Second teen charged in foiled Westmont shooting plot sentenced to jail time, probation
Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — The second teen charged for his involvement in the foiled school shooting plot at Westmont Hilltop High School was sentenced Wednesday morning.
Preston Hinebaugh appeared in Cambria County court where he was sentenced to serve 2 to 18 months in jail, followed by three years of probation.
Officials note that Hinebaugh was given credit for time served but there are special conditions with his sentencing.
Authorities say he must complete both a mental health and psychological evaluation, and must "
Bedford County Historical Society hosts traveling WWII exhibit
BEDFORD COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) -- The Heinz History Center's traveling World War II exhibit is on display inside the Bedford County Historical Society, the furthest east the exhibit will go.
“We’ve had quite a few from the Heinz History Center,” said Gillian Leach, the historical society’s executive director. “Right now, they are offering their World War II, 'We Can Do It' exhibit. It’s our turn to have it.”
The exhibit highlights the important role Western Pennsylvania played in industrial efforts during the war and the heroics of men like Johnstown native Michael Strank, who helped raise the flag on Iwo Jima.
Jennerstown Speedway finalist for $50,000
JENNERSTOWN, PA (WJAC) -- Jennerstown Speedway Complex is one of six finalist for NASCAR's Advanced Auto Parts Advance My Track Challenge.
NASCAR and Advance Auto Parts are highlighting short-tracks across North America by giving them a chance to win money, by fan votes, for facility enhancements or to establish community-based programs with schools, nonprofits or other local organizations.
NASCAR Cup Series star Ryan Blaney made the announcement Saturday on social media.
More than 2K sign petition to ban Confederate flag from Ebensburg-sanctioned events
EBENSBURG, Pa. (WJAC) — An online petition calling for the Confederate flag to be banned from Ebensburg Borough-sanctioned events is gaining traction.
The Change.org petition, started by Raquel Lemelle, has received 2,025 signatures as of Thursday afternoon.
The petition comes as names, symbols and monuments linked to the Confederacy are being removed across the country in response to racial injustice protests sparked by the death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man who died while being detained by police in Minneapolis.
PSU athletics reports 'record' spending & revenue
University Park, PA (WJAC) — A newly released financial report from the Penn State Athletic Department shows "record numbers" for both revenue and spending for Nittany Lion athletics.
The new report is for the previous fiscal year- July 2022 through June of 2023.
Penn State reports total revenue for athletics just over $202 million.
Football generated over half that amount, at almost $110 million in revenue.
But Penn State is also reporting that athletic department expenditures are almost the same as revenue, at just over $202 million.
Steelers assistant coach Joey Porter arrested after game
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Steelers assistant coach Joey Porter is accused of assaulting a doorman at a Pittsburgh bar just hours after the team's wild-card win over the Miami Dolphins.
The alleged incident happened Sunday night following the Steelers' 30-12 victory over the Dolphins in the opening round of the NFL playoffs.
Police said security guards at The Flats on Carson summoned a police officer who was working at a nearby restaurant "