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Primary Day in New York: Voters decide who will be their candidates for governor, Assembly
On the Democratic side, Gov. Kathy Hochul is facing a challenge from two candidates, while voters will choose from four on the Republican ballot.
Jan. 6 panel to hear from aide to Trump's chief of staff Mark Meadows
The committee announced it would be holding the last-minute hearing to "present recently obtained evidence and receive witness testimony."
Ghislaine Maxwell set to be sentenced Tuesday
The British socialite was found guilty of helping Jeffrey Epstein abuse underage girls between 1994 and 2004.
New York City public pools reopen for summer, but with staffing problems
This means those free summer swim programs you're used to participating in may not be a thing this summer.
50 migrants found dead in back of tractor trailer in San Antonio
Sixteen others, including four children, were taken to local hospitals with heat-related injuries, and three people were in custody, officials said.
Authorities: Carbon monoxide leak sickens Long Island campers
The incident happened at the Chabad of Great Neck on East Shore Road early Tuesday morning.
Suffolk County closes dozens of beaches to bathing
Health officials say depending on testing, the beaches could re-open Wednesday.
NYPD responds to fight aboard Carnival Cruise Line
Police arrived at Pier 88 at around 5:30 a.m. Tuesday after the Coast Guard responded to a fight on board the ship and was escorting the ship into the pier.
Reagan shooter John Hinckley, Jr.: "I have true remorse for what I did"
Hinckley spoke exclusively with CBS News in his first interview.
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First Alert Weather: CBS2's 6/28 Tuesday forecast
Tuesday's a much better day with mostly sunny skies, less humid conditions and highs near 80.
First Alert Weather 101: Have a CBS2 meteorologist visit your classroom!
There's also a chance your students might be on TV.
First Alert Weather 101 comes to Tinc Road Elementary School
John Elliott taught students about all kinds of weather, including tornadoes, and even showed them the Mobile Weather Lab.
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Lizzo appears on "Carpool Karaoke"
Lizzo hopped into the passenger seat with "Late Late Show" host James Corden for Carpool Karaoke.
Dozens of beaches closed on Long Island
The county health department says that after the recent heavy rainfall, bacteria levels could be higher than state standards.
New York City swimming pools open to the public
The summer celebration comes amid an ongoing lifeguard shortage, which is causing many swim programs to be cancelled. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
New York primary voters head to the polls
Democrats and Republicans will select their candidates to become New York's next governor. CBS2's John Dias reports.
More than a dozen sickened due to carbon monoxide
Authorities say the fire department was called to a home housing the teens in Great Neck just before 5 a.m.
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Vigils planned to mark 1 month since Buffalo mass shooting
Supporters will gather in the Tops Market parking lot around 7 p.m. to remember the 10 victims who were shot and killed last month.
Food insecurity remains a problem in many NYC neighborhoods
In some parts of the Bronx, there are more than 35 bodegas for every supermarket, according to the Food Policy Center.
"No more silence. End gun violence," protesters shout at March for Our Lives rally
Hundreds of protests demanding action against gun violence are taking place Saturday across the country, including in New York City.
Gov. Hochul's administration clarifies body armor ban
In actuality, the law just signed doesn't restrict the hard-plated body armor worn by SWAT teams and the Buffalo gunman.
New York enacts sweeping new gun control laws
With the strokes of her pen, Gov. Kathy Hochul made history signing a sweeping 10-bill package into law.
Families of mass shooting victims to testify before Congress
The families of victims and survivors of the mass shootings in Uvalde and Buffalo will testify before Congress on Wednesday.
Buffalo mass shooting suspect arraigned on domestic terrorism charge
Prosecutors allege the shooting was racially-motivated and that the suspect drove to Buffalo intending to kill as many Black people as possible.
Buffalo supermarket shooting suspect indicted by grand jury
Prosecutors say the suspect opened fire on shoppers inside Tops Supermarket on May 14.
Ruth Whitfield, oldest person killed in Buffalo mass shooting, laid to rest
Mayor Adams spoke at the service and added his name to the growing list of those calling for action addressing gun violence.
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95-year-old WWII vet finally receives high school diploma
Now 95 and blessed with a massive family, Lyndhurst High School grad says he still enjoys many of life's pleasures.
Men of color find purpose, fulfillment teaching in NYC
A recent study found having more men of color as teachers can help keep students of color in school.
Lost wedding ring returned to owner 25 years later
A beloved lost wedding band is finally back on the finger of a Glen Rock husband.
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Health officials await additional monkeypox vaccines; Cases climb to 48 in New York City
The demand was overwhelming, and all appointments were booked through Monday.
Planned Parenthood leads NYC Pride March through Manhattan
There was full acceptance at the march, but the fight continues, they say, for equal rights everywhere.
FDNY high school graduation ceremony on Randall's Island
The school prepares students for future careers as emergency responders.
Clergy, counselors offer support at Healing Harlem event
In response to recent gun violence in Harlem, clergy and counselors to offered support towards healing.
Groundbreaking for visitors center celebrating LGBTQ history
Once complete, the 3,700 square-foot visitors center will include exhibitions, in-person and virtual tours and art displays that celebrate LGBTQ history.
Reactions to concealed carry decision pour in from Brooklyn
Brooklynites across the borough weigh in as they try to understand how this ruling will affect public safety.
Harlem barbershop remembers slain college basketball star Darius Lee
As police search for the 21-year-old's killer, the shop he frequented discusses solutions to end gun violence.
Brooklyn-based mushroom farm supplies restaurants and stores
Smallhold, a Brooklyn-based specialty mushroom farm expands to other states as demand continues to grow
The Black Money Forum hosts first-ever event on Juneteenth
Thousands of New Yorkers attended a first-of-its-kind financial freedom forum, which focuses on wealth-building
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Yankees score 6 in the 7th, take down struggling Athletics
Trailing by four runs early, Bombers rally for 23rd come-from-behind victory of the season, 9-5 on Monday night.
Report: Kyrie Irving returning to Nets in 2022-23
The seven-time All-Star averaged 27.4 points and 5.8 assists this past season.
Thousands join Achilles Hope and Possibility Run
New York Road Runners partner with Achilles International to produce an event for people of all abilities.
Burke gives first-place Union victory over NYCFC
The win gives Philadelphia sole possession of first place in the Eastern Conference with 29 points to 27 for NYCFC.
Arango, Palacios score in LAFC's victory over Red Bulls
New York (7-5-5) started 5-2-1 on the road, but has dropped three straight away from home — without scoring.
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Doug Heir, champion of Paralympics, making a comeback at 60
Doug Heir is the most decorated Olympian in history with 336 gold medals in the Paralympic games. He's been featured on a Wheaties box and became an international celebrity.
Snapshot NY: The Great Throwdini, world's most accurate knife thrower, left teaching to pursue passion
The idea of switching careers at the age 50 might seem stressful, but a new line of work offers new opportunities to grow.
Heart transplant recipient following MMA dreams
As a heart transplant recipient, he's experienced unimaginable pain. Now, he's dishing it out.
Snapshot NY: How Charles Dickens Changed The Narrative For Christmas With 'A Christmas Carol'
While Dickens didn't create Christmas, he changed the narrative by popularizing empathy for those less fortunate and spending the time with family -- or what we know as the holiday spirit.
Snapshot NY: Tom McGrath, Ultramarathon Runner & Fastest To Run Across US, Finishes NYC Marathon At Age 71
One marathon is a feat, but how about running four marathons in four days at the age of 71?
Snapshot NY: Tourists Returning To New York As City Bounces Back From Pandemic
One family gave CBS2's Steve Overmyer a chance to see New York through their eyes for this week's Snapshot New York.
Snapshot NY: 'Improv Everywhere' Reminds New Yorkers To Celebrate Shared Spaces
For more than 20 years, Improv Everywhere has been turning New York City into a playground for positive pranks.
Snapshot NY: Six-Time Olympic Fencer Peter Westbrook Helps Make 'A Lily-White Sport' More Inclusive
In 1984, Westbrook became the first African-American man to win an Olympic medal in fencing. He became a six-time Olympian. Since then, he's been driving the sport towards progress.
Snapshot NY: New Jersey Mason Johnny Langeraap Set To Compete In Bricklayer 500 World Championship In Las Vegas
For generations, craftsmen have claimed to be the best of the best. But did you know there's now a Super Bowl of masonry to prove it?
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8 Hands Farm: Regenerative farming takes root on the North Fork
"It's one of the few professions where you work with your heart, your hands, and your head at the same time," co-owner Tom Geppel told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Zaragoza Deli & Grocery: An East Village home for Mexican family recipes
"That was my dream, to open a small business here," co-owner Pompeyo "Papa" Martinez told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Eddie's Sweet Shop: A '1930s time warp' in Forest Hills where the ice cream is homemade
"We whip the whipped cream by hand. We make our hot fudge, caramel, most of our syrups," owner Vito Citrano told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
The Hungarian Pastry Shop: Purveyor of coffee, cake, and conversation since 1961
"Most of my customers are regulars. They come almost every day, and they feel that this is their home," Panagiotis Binioris said.
'The melting pot starts' at Kalustyan's in Midtown
For hard-to-find flavors from faraway continents, professional chefs and home cooks flock to a specialty food store founded in 1944.
The Best Goodie Bag: A Valley Stream 'cakery' where everyone is family
Multiple generations are working side-by-side to pursue a dream they didn't know they had.
At Di Palo's in Little Italy, fresh mozzarella is the family legacy
"When you can say you've kept a customer, a loyal customer, for 60, 70, 80 years, through the generations, then you know that you've had a successful business," co-owner Lou Di Palo told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Family tradition is tightly woven at Mendel Goldberg Fabrics on the Lower East Side
"I walk in here every day, and I feel the legacy of my family," fourth-generation owner Alice Goldberg told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
At Dumbo's record shop Legacy, the collection is personal
"It doesn't really matter who you are. You're welcome here," co-owner Victorious De Costa told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
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Authorities: Carbon monoxide leak sickens Long Island campers
The incident happened at the Chabad of Great Neck on East Shore Road early Tuesday morning.
Suffolk County closes dozens of beaches to bathing
Health officials say depending on testing, the beaches could re-open Wednesday.
NYPD responds to fight aboard Carnival Cruise Line
Police arrived at Pier 88 at around 5:30 a.m. Tuesday after the Coast Guard responded to a fight on board the ship and was escorting the ship into the pier.
New York City public pools reopen for summer, but with staffing problems
This means those free summer swim programs you're used to participating in may not be a thing this summer.
Ghislaine Maxwell set to be sentenced Tuesday
The British socialite was found guilty of helping Jeffrey Epstein abuse underage girls between 1994 and 2004.
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Tri-State Area joins effort to boost offshore wind industry
The president aims to be able to power 10 million homes with wind energy by 2030.
Investigators say 6-year-old burned Bridgeport boy was not intentionally set on fire
Officials say there's no evidence any of the children deliberately hurt one another.
Conn. woman dies after being infected with tickborne virus
She is the second person in Connecticut to test positive for the virus this year and the first to die.
For first time ever, average gas prices in New York hits $5
Drivers across the Tri-State Area continue to feel the squeeze at the pump.
Drivers hoping for relief as gas prices again hit record highs
The national average for a gallon of regular reached $4.87 on Monday. It's even more expensive in the Tri-State Area.
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Police: 7-year-old girl drowns during backyard pool party in Teaneck
Police said the child was first reported missing at around 6 p.m. on Sunday. She was later found in the pool.
2 planes partially collide on tarmac at Newark Airport
United Airlines says two of its planes made contact on the tarmac before departing.
95-year-old WWII vet finally receives high school diploma
Now 95 and blessed with a massive family, Lyndhurst High School grad says he still enjoys many of life's pleasures.
N.J. couple recalls escape from Surfside condo collapse
"The hardest part is knowing you walked out and other people didn't," Janette Aguero said.
Murphy asks NJ lawmakers to look into creating gun-free zones
Murphy called the Supreme Court's ruling on firearm carry laws an outrage.
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Authorities: Carbon monoxide leak sickens Long Island campers
The incident happened at the Chabad of Great Neck on East Shore Road early Tuesday morning.
Suffolk County closes dozens of beaches to bathing
Health officials say depending on testing, the beaches could re-open Wednesday.
Heroes save former NYPD cop after he collapsed at Long Island restaurant
Medics kept the resuscitation going on the way to the hospital. Five times John Balestrieri had to be brought back.
Schumer trying to get tax relief for Long Islanders who fixed cesspools
He has asked the USDA to formally determine the grants protect and preserve the environment, making them tax exempt.
Zeldin campaign says antisemitic death threat made against GOP candidate for governor
If elected, Zeldin would be New York's first Jewish Republican governor.
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Watch Live: Jan. 6 panel hears from aide to Trump's chief of staff
Cassidy Hutchinson is set to testify in Tuesday's unexpected hearing.
Reagan shooter John Hinckley, Jr.: "I have true remorse for what I did"
Hinckley spoke exclusively with CBS News in his first interview.
Primary Day in New York: Voters decide who will be their candidates for governor
On the Democratic side, Gov. Kathy Hochul is facing a primary challenge from two other candidates, while Republicans will choose from four candidates on the primary ballot.
Westchester County passes law allowing women safe access to abortion
The Reproductive Health Care Facilities Access Act passed the county Board of Legislators on Monday night.
Focus shifts to "trigger laws" and state courts after Roe v. Wade is overturned
Judges in Louisiana and Utah temporarily blocked enforcement of trigger-law bans on abortion following the Supreme Courts' overturning of Roe v. Wade.
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Westchester County passes law allowing women safe access to abortion
The Reproductive Health Care Facilities Access Act passed the county Board of Legislators on Monday night.
Health officials await additional monkeypox vaccines; Cases climb to 48 in New York City
The demand was overwhelming, and all appointments were booked through Monday.
Second day of long lines for monkeypox vaccine at Chelsea health clinic
The Chelsea Sexual Health Clinic opened at 11 a.m., but the line for a vaccine started forming outside about three hours earlier.
Hundreds line up for monkeypox vaccine in New York City
Demand was so high that it overwhelmed capacity and forced the city cut off walk-ins.
FDA bans Juul e-cigarettes from the U.S. market
Regulator's decision comes amid concerns that an epidemic of underage vaping will hook a new generation on nicotine.
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Alec Baldwin to interview Woody Allen on Tuesday
Actor to sit down with famed-yet-controversial director at 10:30 a.m. on Instagram Live
Broadway's "Chicago" celebrates 10,000th performance
"Chicago" is only the second Broadway show in history to play 10,000 performances.
Madonna appears at Terminal 5 to kick off Pride weekend
Madonna was only recently announced as a performer at the sold-out show.
Rapper Lil TJay 1 of 2 people shot overnight near shopping plaza in Edgewater, New Jersey
Police say another victim was found just down the road at a gas station. Three arrests have been made.
Shakespeare in the Park celebrates 60 years of summer public theater
Tuesday night was the first preview performance of "Richard III."
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Yankees score 6 in the 7th, take down struggling Athletics
Trailing by four runs early, Bombers rally for 23rd come-from-behind victory of the season, 9-5 on Monday night.
Report: Kyrie Irving returning to Nets in 2022-23
The seven-time All-Star averaged 27.4 points and 5.8 assists this past season.
Thousands join Achilles Hope and Possibility Run
New York Road Runners partner with Achilles International to produce an event for people of all abilities.
Burke gives first-place Union victory over NYCFC
The win gives Philadelphia sole possession of first place in the Eastern Conference with 29 points to 27 for NYCFC.
Arango, Palacios score in LAFC's victory over Red Bulls
New York (7-5-5) started 5-2-1 on the road, but has dropped three straight away from home — without scoring.
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8 Hands Farm: Regenerative farming takes root on the North Fork
"It's one of the few professions where you work with your heart, your hands, and your head at the same time," co-owner Tom Geppel told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Zaragoza Deli & Grocery: An East Village home for Mexican family recipes
"That was my dream, to open a small business here," co-owner Pompeyo "Papa" Martinez told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Eddie's Sweet Shop: A '1930s time warp' in Forest Hills where the ice cream is homemade
"We whip the whipped cream by hand. We make our hot fudge, caramel, most of our syrups," owner Vito Citrano told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
The Hungarian Pastry Shop: Purveyor of coffee, cake, and conversation since 1961
"Most of my customers are regulars. They come almost every day, and they feel that this is their home," Panagiotis Binioris said.
'The melting pot starts' at Kalustyan's in Midtown
For hard-to-find flavors from faraway continents, professional chefs and home cooks flock to a specialty food store founded in 1944.
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New York City Pride March draws crowd of thousands
Thousands came out for the 2022 New York City Pride March through Manhattan on Sunday.
Juneteenth celebrations held across New York City
Juneteenth celebrations took place across New York City on June 19.
Mermaid Parade returns to Coney Island for 40th anniversary
The famous Mermaid Parade returned to Coney Island on Saturday for its 40th anniversary.
Stars hit the red carpet at the 75th Annual Tony Awards
Stars of stage and screen hit the red carpet for the 75th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday night.
Remembering Ray Liotta through the years
Actor Ray Liotta has died. He was 67.
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Lizzo appears on "Carpool Karaoke"
Lizzo hopped into the passenger seat with "Late Late Show" host James Corden for Carpool Karaoke.
Dozens of beaches closed on Long Island
The county health department says that after the recent heavy rainfall, bacteria levels could be higher than state standards.
New York City swimming pools open to the public
The summer celebration comes amid an ongoing lifeguard shortage, which is causing many swim programs to be cancelled. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
New York primary voters head to the polls
Democrats and Republicans will select their candidates to become New York's next governor. CBS2's John Dias reports.
More than a dozen sickened due to carbon monoxide
Authorities say the fire department was called to a home housing the teens in Great Neck just before 5 a.m.
