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9 alleged mob members indicted on federal charges in NYC
Seven of those nine alleged members or associates of the Genovese or Bonanno crime families appeared in court.
Man fighting for his life after Queens hit-and-run
It happened just after 2 a.m. Tuesday on Roosevelt Avenue in Jackson Heights.
Bronx residents stunned after tree falls on pool, kills woman
Witnesses told CBS2 on Tuesday that 59-year-old Donna Douglas never had a chance and was killed immediately.
New York judge sides with Cuomo in dispute over book deal
Last year, the JCOPE gave Cuomo 30 days to give up $5.1 million he was paid by a publisher for the book.
New York Comedy Festival returning in November
The festival runs Nov. 7-13 at various locations in all five boroughs, plus one show at UBS Arena in Nassau County.
FDA: Hearing aids will soon be available over-the-counter
The FDA estimates about 30 million Americans suffer from hearing loss, but only 1 in 5 get the help they need.
Caught on video: Man stabbed on subway platform in the Bronx
Investigators say two men got into an argument on the southbound 4 train platform at the Fordham Road station.
Calls for justice after MTA worker assaulted while protecting customers
Many call Anthony Nelson a hero, and a model employee. His union is demanding the maximum penalty for his attacker.
Some want criminal charges filed in case of carriage horse collapse in NYC
Critics say the animal was being mistreated, but the horse carriage industry says it suffered from something else.
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Most New York state counties now under drought watch
The state is urging impacted residents to conserve water whenever possible in the coming weeks.
First Alert Weather 101: Have a CBS2 meteorologist visit your classroom!
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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.
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Cardinal Dolan, Catholic Charities work with NYC on migrant crisis
Facing a shelter crisis with thousands of asylum seekers arriving in New York City, the Adams administration has issued an emergency request for hotel operators and others to provide up to 5,000 beds. CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer says the move came Tuesday as Cardinal Dolan met with migrant families.
First Alert Forecast: CBS2 8/16 Evening Weather at 6PM
CBS2's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for August 16 at 6 p.m.
Dîner en Blanc returning to New York City after 2-year hiatus
The world's largest dinner party is making a comeback. Dîner en Blanc is returning to New York City after a two-year pandemic pause.
New York Comedy Festival returns Nov. 7-13
The New York Comedy Festival is returning.
Video of carriage horse collapse prompts calls for criminal charges
There are new calls for criminal charges after video of a carriage horse collapse went viral. Critics say the animal was being mistreated, but the horse carriage industry says the horse suffered from something else. CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
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CBS2 rides with NYPD to see new approach to vendors, panhandlers
It was supposed to be its first joint operation with city social workers, but it did not go as planned.
Manhattan rent soars to record $5,000 a month
According to a report, a one-bedroom reached a record average of $5,058 in June, and it went up even more in July.
What to do if you spot a swarm of spotted lanternflies
Officials say the population of the invasive bugs is exploding right now.
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Exclusive: St. Francis College-Brooklyn to debut new campus
In an exclusive tour, CBS2's Hannah Kliger got a look at what students will soon experience.
Harlem Week teaches older New Yorkers something new
Harlem Week hosted Senior Citizens Day Friday, providing learning opportunities for older minds.
Massive milestone for 200th anniversary of St. James Parish
Before the parish in the Village of Brooklyn, congregants had to make a journey across the river to attend mass.
Long Island team heading to Little League World Series
This is Massapequa's first time going to the Little League World Series in their 72-year history.
More New York City parents turning to homeschooling
According to the Independent Budget Office, enrollment fell in every school district last academic year.
Harlem Week kicks off with one-year anniversary of Uptown Night Market
The monthly market features food, clothing, music and dancing.
LEGO opens Harlem playground for 90th anniversary
LEGO enlisted the eye of artist Hebru Brantley to bring to life a vision of adventure.
Brooklyn Public Library unveils record collection
The library says 400 records from multiple genres will be available to borrow for three weeks.
Washington Heights roots keep precocious pianist grounded
Chloe Cantu, who is all of 8, recently earned global recognition for her skills, which were inspired by her dad.
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Report: Jets QB Zach Wilson has no additional damage to knee
Second-year QB had surgery Tuesday to repair a torn meniscus and remains on track to return in a few weeks.
Mets get off to very bad start in showdown series with Braves
Carlos Carrasco was forced to leave early due to injury and it was all down hill from there as Atlanta rolled 13-1.
Yankees shut out in consecutive games for first time since 2016
Gerrit Cole pitched well, but the Bombers' bats did nothing against Rays in the 4-0 loss on Monday.
Yankees shut out in Boston, finish awful road trip 2-7
Michael Wacha allowed two hits in seven innings in his return from injury in the Red Sox's 3-0 win Sunday.
Mets blank Phillies for 17th win in last 20 games
Burly slugger Daniel Vogelbach homered and Mark Canha had two hits for New York in the 6-0 win on Sunday.
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"Take the Lead" prepares retired race horses for 2nd careers
Because of this organization, the idea of retiring a horse is suddenly heartwarming.
Rockland County celebrates 50th anniversary of hurling field and time-honored tradition
Hurling isn't a sport that's known nationally, but it has taken this New York community by storm.
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.
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Circo's Pastry Shop: Baking in Bushwick the old-fashioned way since 1945
"Our store is pretty much like a dinosaur," co-owner Anthony Pierdipino told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Zum Stammtisch: A taste of Germany in Glendale since 1972
"It's really traditional, old-school Bavarian," co-owner Werner Lehner told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Tula House: Greenpoint's immersive plant shop is a destination for discovery
"We want the common plants, but we really love the uncommon plants," co-owner Christan Summers told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Stanton Tailor Shop: A Lower East Side destination for the perfect fit
"It makes me feel good when the people go out and they feel confident in what they're wearing," owner Pablo Vargas told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Myers of Keswick: A British grocery store in the West Village offering 'comforts from home'
"I always like to describe it as a little taste of England," owner Jennifer Myers-Pulidore told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
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.
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New York judge sides with Cuomo in dispute over book deal
Last year, the JCOPE gave Cuomo 30 days to give up $5.1 million he was paid by a publisher for the book.
New York Comedy Festival returning in November
The festival runs Nov. 7-13 at various locations in all five boroughs, plus one show at UBS Arena in Nassau County.
Caught on video: Man stabbed on subway platform in the Bronx
Investigators say two men got into an argument on the southbound 4 train platform at the Fordham Road station.
Most New York state counties now under drought watch
The state is urging impacted residents to conserve water whenever possible in the coming weeks.
Dîner en Blanc returning to New York City in September
Plans are in the works for the elegant pop-up picnic, where attendees get decked out in white.
Connecticut News
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Connecticut launches program to help residents find jobs
CareerConneCT is a network of 19 job training programs meant to help some of the state's 67,000 unemployed workers.
Some essential workers in Connecticut may be eligible for financial relief
Workers can receive up to $1,000 from the Premium Pay Program.
Connecticut launches reproductive rights website and hotline
The services were launched in the wake of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Conn. education plan addresses health care worker shortage
It will offer tuition assistance to incentivize low-income and minority students to enter accelerated programs.
Connecticut man finds bear eating in his kitchen
Bill Priest, of West Hartford, walked into his kitchen Sunday and found the intruder.
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Sinkholes force partial beach closures in Bradley Beach
The problem has kept a section of McCabe Avenue Beach closed since Thursday.
FDA: Hearing aids will soon be available over-the-counter
The FDA estimates about 30 million Americans suffer from hearing loss, but only 1 in 5 get the help they need.
FAA: Staffing concerns causing delays at NYC-area airports
Departing and arriving flights could be delayed up to two hours at JFK, LaGuardia and Newark, the agency said.
Bipartisan effort launched to defeat congestion pricing
Congressional members are asking the feds to review the project, and for the public to get involved, too.
Murphy lifts COVID testing requirement in New Jersey schools
The governor said the change reflects Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance.
Long Island News
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New York Comedy Festival returning in November
The festival runs Nov. 7-13 at various locations in all five boroughs, plus one show at UBS Arena in Nassau County.
Suffolk County officers accused of firing rifles into woods
Sources tell CBS2 numerous rounds were fired in East Shoreham on Aug. 3. A neighbor reported shots fired to 911.
9 alleged mob members indicted on federal charges in NYC
Seven of those nine alleged members or associates of the Genovese or Bonanno crime families appeared in court.
Political experts: Many eyes are on Long Island congressional races
Having the Primary in August is confusing and the hardest part may be figuring out what district you're in.
Nassau County lawmakers, police, victims call for overhaul of New York's bail laws
County Executive Bruce Blakeman says from April to June, more than 3,000 people were arrested in Nassau County, and 2,600 of them were released without bail - and nearly 200 re-arrested.
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Political experts: Many eyes are on Long Island congressional races
Having the Primary in August is confusing and the hardest part may be figuring out what district you're in.
Biden signs Inflation Reduction Act, sealing major victory for domestic agenda
"Let me say from the start, with this law, the American people won and the special interests lost," Mr. Biden told the crowd assembled at the White House.
First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
The first lady has been vacationing in South Carolina with her family, including President Biden.
FBI returns Trump passports seized in search of Mar-a-Lago
The FBI said in a statement it "follows search and seizure procedures ordered by courts, then returns items that we do not need to be retained for law enforcement purposes."
Cardinal Dolan working with NYC to fix migrant crisis
Catholic Charities provides food, clothing and legal assistance, while the city provides the shelter.
Health
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FDA: Hearing aids will soon be available over-the-counter
The FDA estimates about 30 million Americans suffer from hearing loss, but only 1 in 5 get the help they need.
NYC Department of Education releases fall COVID guidelines
Daily health screenings will not be needed, but if you're sick, you're instructed to stay home.
2 million infant swings, rockers recalled after 10-month-old dies
Some of Thorley Industries' 4moms products pose asphyxiation risk to babies big enough to crawl under their seats.
NYC officials hold monkeypox town hall, lament lack of vaccine doses
Concerned Bronx residents say while government tries to work out supply problems, they expect more outreach.
Rockland County opening additional polio vaccination clinics
There's new information on polio concerns in Rockland County.
Entertainment
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New York Comedy Festival returning in November
The festival runs Nov. 7-13 at various locations in all five boroughs, plus one show at UBS Arena in Nassau County.
Academy apologizes to Sacheen Littlefeather
In 1973, Littlefeather represented Marlon Brando at the Oscars, declining his Best Actor award for "The Godfather."
Melissa Etheridge to play a dozen off-Broadway shows
"Melissa Etheridge: My Window - A Journey Through Life" will play a dozen performance at New World Stages off-Broadway on 50th Street starting Oct. 13.
Ashanti on the roots of her success and "how my story ends"
The R&B star revisits where she got her start, and talks about dreams coming true.
Anne Heche dies at 53 following Los Angeles car wreck
Heche got her start in a soap opera before starring in films and on TV, and made headlines for her relationship with comedian Ellen DeGeneres in the '90s.
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Report: Jets QB Zach Wilson has no additional damage to knee
Second-year QB had surgery Tuesday to repair a torn meniscus and remains on track to return in a few weeks.
Mets get off to very bad start in showdown series with Braves
Carlos Carrasco was forced to leave early due to injury and it was all down hill from there as Atlanta rolled 13-1.
Yankees shut out in consecutive games for first time since 2016
Gerrit Cole pitched well, but the Bombers' bats did nothing against Rays in the 4-0 loss on Monday.
Yankees shut out in Boston, finish awful road trip 2-7
Michael Wacha allowed two hits in seven innings in his return from injury in the Red Sox's 3-0 win Sunday.
Mets blank Phillies for 17th win in last 20 games
Burly slugger Daniel Vogelbach homered and Mark Canha had two hits for New York in the 6-0 win on Sunday.
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Circo's Pastry Shop: Baking in Bushwick the old-fashioned way since 1945
"Our store is pretty much like a dinosaur," co-owner Anthony Pierdipino told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Zum Stammtisch: A taste of Germany in Glendale since 1972
"It's really traditional, old-school Bavarian," co-owner Werner Lehner told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Tula House: Greenpoint's immersive plant shop is a destination for discovery
"We want the common plants, but we really love the uncommon plants," co-owner Christan Summers told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Stanton Tailor Shop: A Lower East Side destination for the perfect fit
"It makes me feel good when the people go out and they feel confident in what they're wearing," owner Pablo Vargas told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Myers of Keswick: A British grocery store in the West Village offering 'comforts from home'
"I always like to describe it as a little taste of England," owner Jennifer Myers-Pulidore told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
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Remembering Olivia Newton-John through the years
Beloved singer, songwriter and actress Olivia Newton-John died Monday morning at 73.
Remembering Ivana Trump through the years
Ivana Trump passed away in her New York home at age 73.
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.
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Cardinal Dolan, Catholic Charities work with NYC on migrant crisis
Facing a shelter crisis with thousands of asylum seekers arriving in New York City, the Adams administration has issued an emergency request for hotel operators and others to provide up to 5,000 beds. CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer says the move came Tuesday as Cardinal Dolan met with migrant families.
First Alert Forecast: CBS2 8/16 Evening Weather at 6PM
CBS2's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for August 16 at 6 p.m.
Dîner en Blanc returning to New York City after 2-year hiatus
The world's largest dinner party is making a comeback. Dîner en Blanc is returning to New York City after a two-year pandemic pause.
New York Comedy Festival returns Nov. 7-13
The New York Comedy Festival is returning.
Video of carriage horse collapse prompts calls for criminal charges
There are new calls for criminal charges after video of a carriage horse collapse went viral. Critics say the animal was being mistreated, but the horse carriage industry says the horse suffered from something else. CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
