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First Alert Weather: Tornado Watch expires in New Jersey
Severe weather swept through parts of the Tri-State Area on Saturday.
Trump faces felony charge, source says
The charges stem from alleged hush money paid to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis stops on Long Island for book tour
Many say his book tour is being used as a soft launch for an upcoming White House run.
Met exhibit explores work of enslaved Afro-Hispanic artists
The little-known story of the man featured in a famous painting is now the focus of a new exhibit at the Met.
At least 21 dead after tornadoes tear through South, Midwest
A monster storm system tore through the South and Midwest on Friday, spawning deadly tornadoes.
Corpse flower expected to bloom soon at NY Botanical Garden
The corpse flower at the New York Botanical Garden is preparing to bloom. It only lasts 24-36 hours.
Health care fair held in the Bronx
The mayor's Public Engagement Unit, NYC Health + Hospital's NYC Care program and BronxNet hosted the fair.
Ambulance repair facility severely damaged in fire on L.I.
Two firefighters and a medic were treated for minor injuries.
CDC says multi-state salmonella outbreak that hospitalized 3 is linked to flour
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have warned people not to eat raw cookie dough while the investigation continues.
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First Alert Weather: 9 p.m. update
CBS2's Vanessa Murdock has the latest First Alert Weather updates for April 1 at 9 p.m.
Climate change: Protecting our planet
From the top of a volcano in Hawaii to highways across the country, we'll help you understand where carbon dioxide in the atmosphere comes from and how it's warming our planet.
Watch our special "First Alert Weather: Predict and Prepare"
The CBS2 weather team has a new way to keep you informed, alerting you to keep you safe.
First Alert Weather 101: Have a CBS2 meteorologist visit your classroom!
From the science of forecasting to weather safety – First Alert Weather 101 is an interactive way to get students thinking about STEM. There's also a chance your students might be on TV.
See it: First Alert Weather 101 at classrooms in our area
Our First Alert Weather team is visiting local schools to explain the science behind forecasting and how to stay safe when severe weather strikes.
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First Alert Weather: 9 p.m. update
CBS2's Vanessa Murdock has the latest First Alert Weather updates for April 1 at 9 p.m.
First Alert Weather: 8:15 p.m. update
CBS2's Vanessa Murdock has the latest First Alert Weather updates for April 1 at 8:15 p.m.
Corpse flower at New York Botanical Garden expected to bloom soon
All eyes are on a smelly plant in Brooklyn that hasn't bloomed in four years.
New Met exhibit explores work of enslaved Afro-Hispanic artists
We're getting a first look at a groundbreaking new exhibit at the Met, set to open next week. It explores the work of Juan de Pareja, an artist enslaved by Spanish painter Diego Velázquez in the 1600s. CBS2's Jessi Mitchell shares his little-known story.
Tornado Warnings issued in multiple New Jersey counties
Several New Jersey counties were under a Tornado Warning on Saturday night.
Flashback: Marcia Kramer with Santos & Zimmerman
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Expert on how to talk to kids about school shootings
Talking to children about school shootings can be difficult for parents but necessary.
"Quad Gods" bring inspiration to competitive e-sports arena
Meet the Quad Gods: Gamers who use wheelchairs, with limited or no use of their hands.
Newly opened Museum of Failure celebrates bad ideas
After residencies around the world, the exhibit has found a temporary home in Brooklyn's Industry City.
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Met exhibit explores work of enslaved Afro-Hispanic artists
The little-known story of the man featured in a famous painting is now the focus of a new exhibit at the Met.
Some Bronx bodegas, grocery stores to get healthier food
From nutritious ingredients to new ideas, BronxWorks is proving how easy cooking healthy can really be.
Kosher soup kitchen hires asylum seekers for temporary work
Masbia Soup Kitchen is gearing up for a busy Passover, while also trying to help those in need of work.
Students build boats and set sail in Hunts Point
Rocking the Boat has existed for 25 years and provides students a safe place after school.
Urban farming grows in Brooklyn
Brooklyn is becoming a hotspot for urban agriculture, as Gotham Greens shows how rooftop farms can feed millions.
City leaders seek community input for Kingsbridge Armory
The Kingsbridge Armory is a historical building built in 1907, but has been sitting vacant for nearly 30 years.
Newly opened Museum of Failure celebrates bad ideas
After residencies around the world, the exhibit has found a temporary home in Brooklyn's Industry City.
"Uncovering inequality" project reveals extent of systemic racism
Five reports released this week outline the ways race-based discrimination continues to pervade society.
Bronx businesses struggling after city denies SBS loans
In business for 63 years, the shop has suffered financial setbacks and has not qualified for help.
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Breaking the Stigma: Children and Mental Health -- A CBS2 Special
In 2021, 44% of high school students reported they persistently felt sad or hopeless, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That's why CBS2 launched a series of special reports on breaking the stigma when it comes to children and mental health.
Watch the CBS2 special "Black History Is American History"
CBS2 honors and celebrates the contributions of Black people to American history in our special.
Climate Change: Protecting our Planet
From the top of a volcano in Hawaii to highways across the country, we'll help you understand where carbon dioxide in the atmosphere comes from and how it's warming our planet.
A candid conversation with NYPD Commissioner Keechant Sewell
Watch "Sandy," our special documentary
Superstorm Sandy was deadly, destructive and relentless. Ten years after Sandy, the hardest-hit areas are recovering and rebuilding.
Tri-State Area considering baseline concussion testing for youth sports
A Conversation About Bail Reform
Gun Violence: The Search for Solutions
Breaking the Stigma
On Call with Dr. Kumar
Learning more about concussions and how to prevent them
Millions of people suffer concussions each year. Many go undetected, and athletes are at especial risk.
Pandemic spurs body image concerns, particularly among teens
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS2 with more on how we can all take a healthier view of how we look.
On Call with Dr. Kumar: Thyroid disease and who's most at risk
An estimated 20 million Americans have thyroid dysfunction.
On Call with Dr. Kumar: Headaches and how to ease the pain
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS2 to explain the different types of headaches and what happens when they set in.
Different types of dementia, risk factors and treatments explained
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS2 with more about the devastating condition that can impact the entire family.
How happiness can impact your heart health
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS2 with more on how to hack into a happier and healthier life.
Heart attacks, coronary artery disease and more explained
For some patients, the many forms of heart disease can be confusing. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS2 to help.
Doctors see more cases of illness affecting cannabis users
A rare medical condition affecting some long-term marijuana users is starting to show up more frequently in ERs.
Why menopause increases women's risk of heart disease
In fact, heart disease is the number one killer of women, causing one in three deaths each year.
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Alonso's RBI double sparks Mets in win over Marlins
Tylor Megill struck out seven over five innings.
Doval escapes in the 9th as Giants hold off Yanks
Anthony Volpe became the first Yankees player to steal a base in each of his first two games since 1913.
Brunson scores 48, Knicks down Cavs without Randle
The Knicks reduced their magic number to one in their first game without Randle, who sprained his ankle Wednesday.
Bridges has 42, Nets rout Hawks to boost lead for No. 6 seed
Bridges surpassed 40 points for the second time in three games and the third time since coming to the Nets.
Skinner scores in OT to lift Sabres past Rangers
New York has lost two straight but pulled three points behind second-place New Jersey in the Metropolitan Division.
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Singh's Roti Shop: In Richmond Hill, a 30-year-old family business offers a taste of the West Indies
"It's nostalgic because they grew up with it, and it was something that their mom or their grandmother made, so they come to us for that sort of feeling," co-owner Seema Chan told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Casa Della Mozzarella: Father and son Orazio and Carlo Carciotto make fresh cheese in the Bronx
"We make mozzarella 20, 30, 40 times a day," Carlo Carciotto told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Duck Island Bread Company: A former homicide prosecutor is now a baker in Huntington
"Everybody wants to know the baker. When I was trying murder cases, nobody ever wanted to know me," Bob the Baker told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"It's a culture of New York": Hajji's Deli in Harlem is known for its chopped cheese sandwich
"They come from around the world because they want to taste the New York sandwich," manager Salah Alhubaishi told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Royal Rib House: Barbecue is a family legacy in Bed-Stuy
"I have a lot of people in my life that have come and passed through this business, and it's just a great thing. It's a great part of Brooklyn," owner Jason Barnett told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Yonah Schimmel Knish Bakery: An age-old family recipe is a staple of the Lower East Side
"If you haven't tried a Yonah Schimmel knish, you've really never had a knish," co-owner Ellen Anistratov told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
S&S Cheesecake: A secret family recipe endures in the Bronx
"I never changed the formula. It's always the same, and it is still as good as it was from the beginning," founder Fred Schuster told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Agora: Mattituck's 'Little Greek Market' celebrates a family's heritage
"Both Greek and non-Greek customers that have been to Greece say, 'Oh, my god! This reminds me of a little shop in Greece,'" owner Joanne Cosonas told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Magic Fountain ice cream: Mattituck's year-round purveyor of flavors familiar and unexpected
"This place has been in business since 1966, so it has some memories," owner Choudry Ali told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
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Snapshot New York: Valentine's Day special
What better time to talk about love than on Feb. 14.
Snapshot New York: "I Love NY" remains THE iconic ad campaign
Graphic designer Milton Glaser created a logo so recognizable, it's often imitated but never duplicated.
Snapshot New York: Love is in the air at the Empire State Building
The ESB is a symbol of ambition, but also a fertile breeding ground for moments of inspiration and love.
CBS News New York presents: Snapshot New York Holiday Special
CBS2's Steve Overmyer meets the people behind the lights of Dyker Heights, the bell ringer who makes everyone smile, and even gets a special visit from Santa, himself.
Snap Shot New York: Thanksgiving Special
CBS2's Steve Overmyer profiles area residents doing extraordinary things during this time of giving.
A Look Back
A Look Back
A Look Back: The Blizzard of 1996
CBS2's Lonnie Quinn and meteorologist/weather producer Giorgio Panetta take a look back at the blizzard of 1996.
A Look Back: Y2K
Rewatch some of CBS2's coverage from 1999 and 2000 of New Year's Eve, how people panicked and prepared for the millennium bug, and what happened next.
A Look Back: Most controversial politicians covered by CBS2's Marcia Kramer
Take a look back at Kramer's interviews with some of the biggest and most controversial politicians, including Pedro Espada Jr, Bill Clinton and Michael Bloomberg.
A Look Back: Bombshell reports uncovered by CBS2's Marcia Kramer
When it comes to investigative reporting, there really is no one quite like our Marcia Kramer. Maurice Dubois spoke with Kramer about some of her most memorable stories.
A Look Back: David Berkowitz and the "Son of Sam" killings
It was the 1970s and a serial killer walked the streets of New York City for more than a year, terrorizing everyone, especially women. That is, until David Berkowitz was captured, putting an end to it all and leaving many asking why he did it.
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First Alert Weather: Tornado Watch expires in New Jersey
Severe weather swept through parts of the Tri-State Area on Saturday.
Met exhibit explores work of enslaved Afro-Hispanic artists
The little-known story of the man featured in a famous painting is now the focus of a new exhibit at the Met.
Corpse flower expected to bloom soon at NY Botanical Garden
The corpse flower at the New York Botanical Garden is preparing to bloom. It only lasts 24-36 hours.
Health care fair held in the Bronx
The mayor's Public Engagement Unit, NYC Health + Hospital's NYC Care program and BronxNet hosted the fair.
NYPD: 2 men shot and killed near Astoria nightclubs, shooter wanted
Police identified the victims as 22-year-old Xavier Roberts and 21-year-old Jaheim Hamilton.
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First Alert Weather: Tornado Watch expires in New Jersey
Severe weather swept through parts of the Tri-State Area on Saturday.
Crowds gather to celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility
It was also a historic day in Connecticut, where the trans Pride flag flew over the state capitol.
Trans Pride flag raised over Connecticut state capitol
The raising of the flag was in recognition of International Transgender Day of Visibility.
Police: Army vet killed by 14-year-old driver in Dutchess Co.
Investigators believe the teen stole the vehicle a few hours earlier about 35 miles away in Connecticut.
UConn routs Gonzaga for first Final Four in 9 years
Jordan Hawkins scored 20 points and UConn overwhelmed its fourth straight NCAA Tournament opponent.
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First Alert Weather: Tornado Watch expires in New Jersey
Severe weather swept through parts of the Tri-State Area on Saturday.
Army sergeant from New Jersey killed in helicopter crash
Solinas and eight others died when two Black Hawk helicopters collided during a training exercise.
N.J. voters react to unprecedented indictment of Trump
The Summit Diner was packed with voters having breakfast and talking about the former president.
Officials: 13-month-old ingests suspected fentanyl, 1 charged
Bergen County prosecutors say on Wednesday, they received a call from Fairview Police about an unresponsive child.
Rise in antisemitic hate crimes leads to more protection
Rabbi David-Seth Kirshner says it's a sad reality that the celebration of freedom must also be a time for caution.
Long Island News
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis stops on Long Island for book tour
Many say his book tour is being used as a soft launch for an upcoming White House run.
Ambulance repair facility severely damaged in fire on L.I.
Two firefighters and a medic were treated for minor injuries.
Nassau Police implementing new high visibility strategy
Police will divide the county into quadrants, and each will be patrolled by five police vehicles.
L.I. high school offers cybersecurity elective, first in New York
The students could eventually fill jobs that require understanding the ethics of cybersecurity, and psychology behind how and why people hack.
Local group patrolling vandalism-ridden property on L.I.
Since Dowling College went belly up seven years ago, vandals have stolen or wrecked much of it.
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis stops on Long Island for book tour
Many say his book tour is being used as a soft launch for an upcoming White House run.
Trump faces felony charge, source says
The charges stem from alleged hush money paid to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
Sources: 35,000 NYPD officers on standby in case of protests
The NYPD is increasing security outside Trump Tower and courthouses in Manhattan.
N.J. voters react to unprecedented indictment of Trump
The Summit Diner was packed with voters having breakfast and talking about the former president.
Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman discharged from hospital
The senator had been undergoing treatment for clinical depression.
Health News
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CDC says multi-state salmonella outbreak that hospitalized 3 is linked to flour
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have warned people not to eat raw cookie dough while the investigation continues.
Laundress fabric conditioners recalled over carcinogen risk
Safety regulators say the products could contain ethylene oxide, which can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and eye and skin burns.
Millions are about to lose Medicaid. Here's why — and what to do.
For the first time in three years, states will check if people enrolled in the health care program still qualify. Many don't.
Early spring means early symptoms for allergy sufferers
The first leaf out on trees and plants may look pretty, but it can make allergy sufferers miserable.
How you can curb allergy symptoms early
From 2000 through 2020, the season started 19 days earlier and pollen production increased by roughly one-third.
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Family of "Let's Get It On" songwriter sues Ed Sheeran
The two songs were released decades apart, but some say they sound seamless when paired together.
Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
The jury ruled that Paltrow was not at fault because she was the "downhill" skier at the time of the accident.
Neil Diamond on coming to terms with his Parkinson's diagnosis
Preview: In an interview to be broadcast on "CBS Sunday Morning" April 2, the legendary singer-songwriter talks about his health, his career, and the Broadway production of "A Beautiful Noise," a musical based on his life.
John Legend surprises LI fan on "The Drew Barrymore Show"
You can see the full episode Friday at 9:30 a.m. on CBS2.
Gwyneth Paltrow not responsible for ski crash, jury finds in civil trial
Retired optometrist Terry Sanderson had sued the actress for more than $300,000 over a 2016 collision on a ski slope.
Sports News
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Alonso's RBI double sparks Mets in win over Marlins
Tylor Megill struck out seven over five innings.
Doval escapes in the 9th as Giants hold off Yanks
Anthony Volpe became the first Yankees player to steal a base in each of his first two games since 1913.
Brunson scores 48, Knicks down Cavs without Randle
The Knicks reduced their magic number to one in their first game without Randle, who sprained his ankle Wednesday.
Bridges has 42, Nets rout Hawks to boost lead for No. 6 seed
Bridges surpassed 40 points for the second time in three games and the third time since coming to the Nets.
Skinner scores in OT to lift Sabres past Rangers
New York has lost two straight but pulled three points behind second-place New Jersey in the Metropolitan Division.
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Singh's Roti Shop: In Richmond Hill, a 30-year-old family business offers a taste of the West Indies
"It's nostalgic because they grew up with it, and it was something that their mom or their grandmother made, so they come to us for that sort of feeling," co-owner Seema Chan told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Casa Della Mozzarella: Father and son Orazio and Carlo Carciotto make fresh cheese in the Bronx
"We make mozzarella 20, 30, 40 times a day," Carlo Carciotto told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Duck Island Bread Company: A former homicide prosecutor is now a baker in Huntington
"Everybody wants to know the baker. When I was trying murder cases, nobody ever wanted to know me," Bob the Baker told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"It's a culture of New York": Hajji's Deli in Harlem is known for its chopped cheese sandwich
"They come from around the world because they want to taste the New York sandwich," manager Salah Alhubaishi told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Royal Rib House: Barbecue is a family legacy in Bed-Stuy
"I have a lot of people in my life that have come and passed through this business, and it's just a great thing. It's a great part of Brooklyn," owner Jason Barnett told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
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2023 Yankees Opening Day
Aaron Judge homered, Anthony Volpe made his debut and the Yankees shut out the San Francisco Giants 5-0 at Yankee Stadium.
Times Square hosts surprise engagements, pop-up weddings
The weddings were officiated by a surprise guest -- fashion designer Christian Siriano.
Tributes for Damar Hamlin from Buffalo and beyond
The Buffalo Bills safety is showing remarkable signs of recovery after collapsing on the field during a game.
Thousands brave the rain to ring in 2023 in Times Square
The rain didn't stop thousands of spectators from packing Times Square on New Year's Eve to ring in 2023.
Remembering Pope Benedict XVI's trip to New York City
Pope Benedict XVI traveled around the world, but one of the most poignant trips was to New York City in 2008.
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First Alert Weather: 9 p.m. update
CBS2's Vanessa Murdock has the latest First Alert Weather updates for April 1 at 9 p.m.
First Alert Weather: 8:15 p.m. update
CBS2's Vanessa Murdock has the latest First Alert Weather updates for April 1 at 8:15 p.m.
Corpse flower at New York Botanical Garden expected to bloom soon
All eyes are on a smelly plant in Brooklyn that hasn't bloomed in four years.
New Met exhibit explores work of enslaved Afro-Hispanic artists
We're getting a first look at a groundbreaking new exhibit at the Met, set to open next week. It explores the work of Juan de Pareja, an artist enslaved by Spanish painter Diego Velázquez in the 1600s. CBS2's Jessi Mitchell shares his little-known story.
Tornado Warnings issued in multiple New Jersey counties
Several New Jersey counties were under a Tornado Warning on Saturday night.
