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Brooklyn Half Marathon runner dies, more than a dozen hospitalized
Police responded to a 911 call and found the man unconscious and unresponsive on pavement, according to NYPD.
First Alert Forecast: Record-setting heat possible with humidity
We have a Red Alert issued for Saturday and Sunday due to the expected heat, as well as a risk for a few strong storms late Sunday afternoon.
Saturday scorcher, but lifeguards not yet on duty at NYC beaches
It might be tempting to take a dip this weekend, but this really isn't the time. Lifeguards will not be on duty until Memorial Day weekend.
New York judge approves new congressional maps
The new map still leaves in place the new 12th District in Manhattan, which will result in longtime Reps. Jerry Nadler and Carolyn Maloney running against each other.
NYC health dept. says monkeypox case is presumptive positive
The case has been identified as positive for Orthopoxvirus, which is the family of viruses monkeypox belongs to.
Tops Markets to hold moment of silence for victims of Buffalo mass shooting
The day marks one week since a gunman shot and killed 10 people and wounded three at a Tops in Buffalo.
Fight at Garden State Mall food court causes panic
Witnesses told CBS2 they saw people running and assumed it could be something much worse.
Sources: 2 murders in the Bronx related to gang attacks
Police sources believe a robbery set off a chain reaction of tit-for-tat gang-related violence.
Men who helped catch alleged subway shooter seek citizenship
One is in New York on a student visa, another is undocumented and a third is concerned about his parents in Turkey.
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First Alert Weather: CBS2's 5/21 Saturday morning update
John Elliott has the Tri-State Area's latest forecast on CBS2 News This Morning.
First Alert Weather 101: Have a CBS2 meteorologist visit your classroom!
There's also a chance your students might be on TV.
Meet the First Alert Weather team
The CBS2 weather team has a new way to keep you informed, alerting you to keep you safe.
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Shop Local Saturday: Total Home
Total Home Technologies is a go-to place for smart home and home automation., CBS2's John Elliott reports.
Shop Local Saturday: Fairchilds Market
Fairchilds is a gourmet marketplace that has everything from sandwiches to butchers to produce and groceries, CBS2's John Elliott reports.
Shop Local Saturday: Fur Finder
Fur Finder is a nuisance wildlife management company that handles squirrels, bats, raccoons and other small animals humanely, CBS2's John Elliott reports.
Shop Local Saturday: Library mini golf fundraiser
The Roseland Free Public Library's mini golf fundraiser supports dozens of monthly programs at the library, CBS2's John Elliott reports.
Shop Local Saturday: Roseland Free Public Library
The Roseland Free Public Library is hosting an indoor, mini golf fundraiser on May 21, CBS2's John Elliott reports.
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Tops Markets to hold moment of silence for victims of Buffalo mass shooting
The day marks one week since a gunman shot and killed 10 people and wounded three at a Tops in Buffalo.
Funeral held for Buffalo shooting victim Heyward Patterson
The first funeral was held Friday for one of the victims of the Buffalo supermarket massacre.
Grand jury indicts suspect in Buffalo mass shooting
The 18-year-old suspect faces a first-degree murder charge and has pleaded not guilty. Authorities continue to investigate the possibility of hate crime and terrorism charges.
Faith put to the test in Brooklyn where a church is in dire need of repairs
A Brooklyn bishop who has spent years helping his community is now begging for help himself. He's asking for someone to make repairs on his church.
Suozzi criticizes Gov. Hochul's attempts to thwart domestic terrorism
Rep. Tom Suozzi called her a hypocrite, charging that when she was in Congress she was a big supporter of the NRA.
Buffalo shooting: Details of suspect's plans surface
The New York state Attorney General will be investigating social media platforms used by the suspected gunman.
Biden decries Buffalo shooting as "domestic terrorism," says "white supremacy is a poison"
The president's Buffalo visit comes three days after police say a white gunman went on a racially motivated shooting spree, killing 10 Black people and injuring three others at a grocery store.
Long Island spiritual leaders address Buffalo mass shooting
There were prayers for Buffalo, for peace and for equality in Hempstead, where the hatred was answered with unity.
Buffalo mass shooting: Food, transportation, mental health resources
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $2.8 million in funding to help the Buffalo shooting victims and surrounding community.
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CBS2's Maurice DuBois appears on "Desus & Mero" on Showtime
When CBS2's Maurice DuBois got a call from comedy show "Desus & Mero" on Showtime to a guest on their show, he had no idea what he'd be walking into.
How to find help for children with mental health struggles
According to the CDC, 1 in 3 high school students reported feelings of sadness or hopelessness in 2019.
Watch: Taylor Swift gives NYU commencement address at Yankee Stadium
Fans apparently offered students hundreds of dollars to snag a ticket.
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NYC Support and Connection Center offers renewed hope
The city's first-of-its-kind mental health center opened in during the pandemic, and it is already changing lives.
Meditating mother, daughter help other Harlem families heal
Cojuan Cabassa overcame her father's death to become an influence to her neighbors through mindfulness teachings.
Hofstra engineering student's failed arch stands as symbol of "resilience"
Esther Zhang turned her failed 3D-printed arch into a work of art that now stands as a symbol to inspire future students.
Children's greenhouse under construction at site of Wildcliff mansion arson
The 2018 fire was deliberately set by troubled teens. So there's a poignancy in the future plans for this property.
Moleskine exhibit sparks conversations on society
Artists from around the world deconstructed and recreated Moleskine notebooks as statements on society.
Minority developers convene to discuss construction equality
The Schomburg Center hosted leaders in real estate, construction and redevelopment to address racial inequality.
Harlem Haberdashery celebrates milestones, family success
Harlem Haberdashery held a derby party Saturday to celebrate the boutique's tenth year in business.
Harlem One45 development still in limbo after public hearing
The debate continues over how to redevelop a block of West 145th Street in Harlem.
LIU students digitizing treasure trove of historical documents
Archivists say they're in a race with time to preserve materials that are literally crumbling and the work of historical society volunteers.
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Rangers fall, Hurricanes take 2-0 series lead
The Rangers have managed one goal in the first two games.
Yankees-White Sox postponed, doubleheader Sunday
The rainout buys the Yankees an extra day to sort out their banged-up bullpen.
Winter storm wipes out Mets-Rockies opener
The forecast calls for 3 to 5 inches of snow at Coors Field.
Orioles get to Luetge in 9th, Yankees settle for 3 of 4
New York lost for just the second time in 11 games and is still a major-league best 28-10.
Pete Alonso's homer in 10th lifts Mets over Cardinals
The slugger's two-run shot off Giovanny Gallagos gave the Amazins' a 7-6 victory on Thursday.
Snapshot New York
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?
Snapshot NY: South Bronx Native Hopes After-School Program Inspires Students To Graduate, Change Perception Of Neighborhood
For kids growing up in the Bronx, there's a charity providing a program that gives them a place to go after school and help build their future.
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'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.
Yorkville's Mansion diner is a Philips family legacy
In pursuit of food and familiarity, many regulars have been coming back for decades.
Community is the cure at Dichter Pharmacy in Inwood
The neighborhood staple includes an old-fashioned soda fountain.
Vintage style is eternal at Cobblestones in the East Village
"I like the things that are a little bit odd and a little different," owner Delanee Koppersmith told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Ethical canine fashion finds a home at Gone to the Dogs in Park Slope
"It's not just dressing really cute dogs in really cute outfits. It's doing it in a way where we can get up every morning and respect ourselves," co-owner Santos Agustin told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
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Brooklyn Half Marathon runner dies, more than a dozen hospitalized
Police responded to a 911 call and found the man unconscious and unresponsive on pavement, according to NYPD.
Tops Markets to hold moment of silence for victims of Buffalo mass shooting
The day marks one week since a gunman shot and killed 10 people and wounded three at a Tops in Buffalo.
Saturday scorcher, but lifeguards not yet on duty at NYC beaches
It might be tempting to take a dip this weekend, but this really isn't the time. Lifeguards will not be on duty until Memorial Day weekend.
Men who helped catch alleged subway shooter seek citizenship
One is in New York on a student visa, another is undocumented and a third is concerned about his parents in Turkey.
NYPD: 15-year-old arrested in death of 11-year-old Kyhara Tay
Tay was shot and killed around 5 p.m. Monday in Longwood. Investigators said two people on a scooter were shooting at a 13-year-old along the sidewalk on Fox Street, but they struck Tay in the stomach.
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Connecticut families can apply for child tax rebate as of June 1
The maximum rebate is $250 for up to three children.
Some Skittles, Starburst and Life Savers gummies recalled
Company Mars Wrigley says there's a chance some of those items may have been contaminated with thin metal strands.
President Biden urges local leaders to invest in public safety
The pandemic relief fund passed by Democrats provides $350 billion directly to cities, counties and states.
Baby formula shortage hitting Tri-State Area families hard
Formula is more than 40 percent out of stock in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and 27 other states.
Experts predict active hurricane season ahead
A typical year generates about 14 named storms. Experts are forecasting anywhere from 17-19 named storms this year.
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Fight at Garden State Mall food court causes panic
Witnesses told CBS2 they saw people running and assumed it could be something much worse.
Caught on camera: Bear snatches bird feeder in N.J. yard
Authorities remind homeowners that bears are attracted by the smell of food.
N.J. teacher wins book pitch competition with personal story
Generations of students have heard Daniel Gill's story.
Port Authority, MTA crackdown on toll evasion, fake or obstructed license plates
Toll evaders cost the agencies millions of dollars and officials are determined to go after drivers who break the law to avoid paying them.
Push to ban auto insurers from using New York drivers' credit scores
Consumer advocates say millions of New York drivers pay more for auto insurance because of less-than-excellent credit.
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Stifling forecast, but ocean still too cold to swim safely
Saturday could be downright dangerous with a combination of hot temperatures, ocean riptides and no lifeguards.
Marines name Toys for Tots drive after Lazar LaPenna
Lazar died two days after his 10th birthday, suffering an epileptic seizure during a Little League game.
U.S. Marshals Service rounds up fugitives on Long Island
It was an operation that closed 200 cases and executed 116 arrests, of which 69 involved gang members.
Pets rescued in illegal breeding bust on Long Island
Another place in Deer Park was also raided. The investigation started after complaints over multiple code violations.
Nonprofit uses art to brighten L.I. treatment centers & more
For 25 years, the nonprofit has splashed walls of burn units, treatment centers and special needs camps.
Politics
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New York judge approves new congressional maps
The new map still leaves in place the new 12th District in Manhattan, which will result in longtime Reps. Jerry Nadler and Carolyn Maloney running against each other.
Former Mayor Bill de Blasio running for Congress
He said Friday he plans to run for Congress in the redrawn 10th District that includes his address in western Brooklyn and part of Manhattan.
Mayor Adams tests subway weapons detection technology at City Hall
CBS2's Marcia Kramer experienced firsthand Thursday how effective the scanning system can be.
Biden offers "strong support" for Sweden and Finland's NATO bids
"I am proud to assure them that they have the full, total, complete backing of the United States of America," the president said.
N.J. governor announces police licensing program legislation
New Jersey's acting AG adds that this initiative is a "crucial next step" in improving community-police relations.
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NYC Health Dept.: 1 "presumptive positive" case of monkeypox
The New York City health department sent out an alert to all medical providers about monkeypox Friday after confirming one person tested positive for Orthopoxvirus, which is the family of viruses monkeypox belongs to.
NYC patient being treated for presumptive positive case of monkeypox
New York City's health department says a patient is being treated for a presumptive positive case of monkeypox. The CDC still has to confirm the case with its own testing.
Possible monkeypox case under investigation in NYC
The World Health Organization says monkeypox has been reported in 11 countries that don't normally have the disease, including the United States. There are about 80 confirmed cases, and there's a possible case in New York City. CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis has what you need to know.
Baby formula shortage taking physical toll on some mothers
According to health experts, it's not a goal most women are able to achieve.
East Harlem's Support and Connection Center is changing lives
The Support and Connection Center, the only mental health care center of its kind in the city, opened in East Harlem back in 2020 to address substance abuse and mental illness. CBS2's Jessi Mitchell shows us how the center is changing lives.
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Biggest names in hip-hop mark Notorious BIG's 50th birthday
Dozens of music industry heavy hitters stepped out for Biggie Smalls.
CBS2's Maurice DuBois appears on "Desus & Mero" on Showtime
When CBS2's Maurice DuBois got a call from comedy show "Desus & Mero" on Showtime to a guest on their show, he had no idea what he'd be walking into.
Stevie Wonder celebrates 72nd birthday at "MJ the Musical"
The cast of "MJ the Musical" paid tribute to another music legend in the audience Thursday night.
New York City marks late rapper Biggie Smalls' 50th birthday
Brooklyn-born rapper Christopher Wallace was murdered at age 24. The case remains unsolved.
Students attend Q&A with stars of Broadway's "Macbeth"
CBS2's Dana Tyler led the conversation with Daniel Craig and Tony nominee Ruth Negga at the Longacre Theatre.
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Rangers fall, Hurricanes take 2-0 series lead
The Rangers have managed one goal in the first two games.
Yankees-White Sox postponed, doubleheader Sunday
The rainout buys the Yankees an extra day to sort out their banged-up bullpen.
Winter storm wipes out Mets-Rockies opener
The forecast calls for 3 to 5 inches of snow at Coors Field.
Orioles get to Luetge in 9th, Yankees settle for 3 of 4
New York lost for just the second time in 11 games and is still a major-league best 28-10.
Pete Alonso's homer in 10th lifts Mets over Cardinals
The slugger's two-run shot off Giovanny Gallagos gave the Amazins' a 7-6 victory on Thursday.
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'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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Buffalo shooting: 10 killed, 3 injured at supermarket
Ten people were killed and three were injured in a mass shooting at a Buffalo supermarket on May 14, 2022.
2022 Met Gala Red Carpet
This year's theme is Gilded Glamour, and the stars are dripping in opulence.
2022 Mets home opener
The Mets unveiled the long-awaited Tom Seaver statue before their sold-out home opener at Citi Field on April 15, 2022.
23 injured in subway shooting, smoke bomb attack
Nearly two dozen people were injured in a shooting and smoke bomb attack aboard a Brooklyn subway Tuesday.
2022 Yankees Opening Day
The Yankees opened the 2022 season with a walk-off win in extra innings against the Boston Red Sox.
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Shop Local Saturday: Total Home
Total Home Technologies is a go-to place for smart home and home automation., CBS2's John Elliott reports.
Shop Local Saturday: Fairchilds Market
Fairchilds is a gourmet marketplace that has everything from sandwiches to butchers to produce and groceries, CBS2's John Elliott reports.
Shop Local Saturday: Fur Finder
Fur Finder is a nuisance wildlife management company that handles squirrels, bats, raccoons and other small animals humanely, CBS2's John Elliott reports.
Shop Local Saturday: Library mini golf fundraiser
The Roseland Free Public Library's mini golf fundraiser supports dozens of monthly programs at the library, CBS2's John Elliott reports.
Shop Local Saturday: Roseland Free Public Library
The Roseland Free Public Library is hosting an indoor, mini golf fundraiser on May 21, CBS2's John Elliott reports.
