Terry Smith did excellent work as the interim head coach, leading Penn State to a 4-3 record and a bowl win over Clemson to finish out a tumultuous season. The performance made it a massive priority for Pat Kraft and Matt Campbell to retain Smith on the 2026 coaching staff, but until Monday, his role was undetermined.

While everyone's attention has turned to the transfer portal for Penn State, they still have not stopped making headway in their recruiting efforts for the class of 2026. That was evidenced on Sunday when another three star athlete flipped his commitment to join the Nittany Lions.

States across the country have also passed new rules around cellphone usage for minors, medically assisted death and gender-related care.

Penn State’s defensive line, undergoing a huge makeover in 2026, is getting a solid contributor back. Defensive tackle Ty Blanding announced Sunday he will return to Happy Valley next season. “Let’s run it back,” he wrote on social media.

The state of Georgia has launched an "America First" license plate for $90, alongside a commemorative America 250 design. Nine states, including Massachusetts, now offer such plates.

Every state has its own, unique driver's license. Some states — like Virginia, Indiana, and Wisconsin — feature their capitol buildings on the licenses. Meanwhile, Idaho, South Dakota, Rhode Island, and Montana highlight their state's famous landmarks.

The Ohio State University is a public institution that was founded in 1870. In the 2026 edition of Best Colleges, The Ohio State University is ranked No. #41 in National Universities. It's also ranked No. #15 in Top Public Schools. It has a total ...