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First Alert Forecast: Red Alert as we track powerful storm, flood risk
A strong storm system will bring heavy rain, some snow and potentially tropical storm force winds into the region into Monday morning.
NYC schools open Monday, but officials are monitoring storm conditions
All five boroughs are under a travel advisory and a part of the Belt Parkway northbound was closed earlier in the day.
Flooding, power outages expected as storm invades Tri-State Area
Long Island officials expect the storm system to cause problems on Sunday night.
Donald Trump says he will not testify in civil fraud trial on Monday
Former President Donald Trump was expected to be his defense team's final witness.
Tri-State Area residents plead for release of more hostages from Gaza
CBS New York spoke to families who just can't enjoy the holiday without knowing more about their loved ones.
Elon Musk restores X account of far-right conspiracy theorist Alex Jones
Alex Jones, the conspiracy theorist known for his fake news site InfoWars and his false denial of the Sandy Hook massacre, was permanently banned from Twitter in 2018.
George Santos says no shortage of corruption in Congress
George Santos has left the U.S. House of Representatives, but apparently not the public arena. He's making personalized videos on Cameo and alleging widespread corruption in Congress since he was expelled.
Poll: Most Americans disapprove of Biden's handling of Israel-Hamas war
Rising numbers of Democrats say Biden is supporting Israel too much.
#BetterTogether: Season of Giving at NY Common Pantry
Our teams of volunteers in Harlem and the Bronx spent Saturday morning working hard to give back.
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First Alert Weather: Red Alert to continue into Monday
CBS New York's John Elliott has the latest on the severe storm that is moving through the Tri-State Area.
Companion robot helping seniors in upstate New York deal with loneliness
Ellie Q was assigned to 77-year-old Priscilla Okesson in the Catskills. She got the the robot in May, free of charge, from the state's Office for the Aging. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
1958 GMC bus used to make food donation delivery in Westchester County
All of the donations were dropped off at the Sacred Heart Church food pantry in Yonkers. The pantry says it was in desperate need of the items. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
$1 million Powerball ticket sold in Brooklyn
The second-place ticket was sold at Bridge Food Mart in Williamsburg. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Steam leak causes delays at Port Authority
CBS New York's Jessica Moore has the latest.
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NJ officers attended conference glorifying violence, comptroller's office says
About 240 police officers from New Jersey attended, and most paid for the conference using taxpayer dollars.
NYPD boosting pickpocket unit during holidays
The NYPD says pickpocket crimes are on the rise and it's beefing up the prevention plan for big holiday events.
Neighbors at Harlem apartment building say overdoses in hallways putting them at risk
Overdoses in the hallway, drug paraphernalia littered in the building, and two years of complaints without results. What's a landlord to do but go to court?
NYPD plans to spend nearly $400M on encrypted radio system
Journalists and the public have long listened to police radio communications to learn what's going on across the city.
Scammers use AI to find new ways to steal money
As the holiday shopping season gets underway, so does the season for scams. And they have new ways to try and get their hands on your money this year.
Car production shortages impacting local police departments
The issues started with a pandemic backlog -- a shortage of microchips hampering car production nationwide.
FDNY joins nationwide lithium-ion battery safety campaign
The campaign includes a new PSA, as well as tips to educate people on how to properly purchase and safely use lithium-ion battery powered devices.
Former NJ care center employees, residents say they're owed money
Families are still searching for thousands of dollars deposited into their loved ones' accounts.
CBS New York Investigates: MTA workers under attack in NYC
The number of assaults on transit workers has been on the rise for at least the past four years.
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Watch "Hip-Hop At 50: Born in the Bronx"
Maurice DuBois hosts this special conversation with icons who blazed the trail and look at what lies ahead.
Remembering the Long Island Rail Road massacre 30 years later
On Dec. 7, 1993, a gunman opened fire on the Long Island Rail Road 5:33 p.m. train. Six people were killed.
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade marches on around protest
The iconic balloons and marching bands had to veer around the demonstrators, but it did not stop the 97-year-old annual tradition from going on.
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Struggles remain in the South Bronx despite economic growth
A new report says that part of the borough is flourishing, despite the challenges faced during the pandemic.
Heat and hot water return for Harlem neighbors
A crew turned on the new boiler Friday for a group of buildings on West 118th Street.
Queens residents want NYCHA to fix sinkhole at playground
Parents say they've been waiting more than three years for a fix.
Harlem boiler fix delayed by expanded repairs
A crew continues to bring new parts to fix a boiler that broke more than a month ago.
HPD installs new boiler for Harlem apartments after CBS New York report
A crew arrived with a new boiler Friday after a group of Harlem neighbors spent a month without hot water or heat.
Exclusive: New 7-acre educational campus coming to Floyd Bennett Field
The school and some facilities will be open by 2026, the rest of the campus by 2028.
Hamas hostages survived on "a piece of bread," cousin says
CBS New York spoke with an Israeli woman visiting New York City to tell her family's story of captivity in Gaza.
Freeport school partnering to support food insecure students
Approximately 60,000 children in Long Island schools don't get enough to eat.
Queens residents want trash-ridden railroad tracks cleaned up
One resident reported the problem in April to the train operator, New York & Atlantic Railway, but hasn't seen action.
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On The Dot with David Schechter: Wildfires & climate change
David Schechter explores the connection between wildfires and climate change for "On The Dot."
Watch our special "Climate Change: Protecting Our Planet"
Experts say climate change will continue to impact the Tri-State Area, driving bigger storm surges, more intense rainfall more often, and extreme heat that lingers longer, to name a few.
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
A Look Back
Ms. Lonnie following in the footsteps of South Bronx legend Ms. Fox to help the community
Residents say Ms. Lonnie is following in the footsteps of Ms. Fox, a legendary Bronx native who worked her whole life to better the community.
A Look Back: "Our Block" - Flushing
In this installment of "Our Block," the late, legendary CBS2 reporter Vic Miles takes us to Flushing, Queens in 1983.
A Look Back: "Our Block" – East Harlem
East 116th Street between Lexington and Third Avenues was known as the commercial corridor. There you will find business owners, many of which are immigrants, working to establish their roots.
A Look Back: "Our Block" - South Bronx
Vic Miles takes us on a trip back in time to visit Lyman Place, a block in the Morrisania section of the South Bronx that was undergoing a transformation in the 1980s.
A Look Back: "Our Block" – Bedford-Stuyvesant
Vic Miles visited Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, where a community garden on Bergen Street was just starting to grow.
A Look Back: "Our Block" - Kingsbridge
In the 1980s, a community in the Kingsbridge section of the Bronx was at the crossroads of racial change.
A Look Back: The assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Fifty-five years ago this week, civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated. We take a look back at his legacy through the perspective of young New Yorkers.
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.
Breaking the Stigma
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Breaking the Stigma: Resources and assistance
If you or someone you know needs help, you can call or text 988 to speak with a trained, caring counselor.
Teens experiencing uptick in anxiety: What to watch for
Nearly one in three U.S. teenagers experiences anxiety that interferes with their daily functioning.
How to avoid holiday loneliness: Coping strategies, resources
There's evidence being lonely can literately shorten your life, and these feeling can be experienced at any age.
Happy Jack record label aims to support artists' mental health
Happy Jack's mission goes beyond music and works to give artists the help and guidance they need to support mental health.
St. Francis offers place to call home for people with mental illness
It opened in the early 1980s as the very first permanent supportive housing for a specific population that's often overlooked.
AI generated images another potential social media hazard
Celebrities like Heidi Klum and Arnold Schwarzenegger have shared the 90s-style images. The filters can look realistic, but doctors say trends like this can impact your mental health. Dr. Samantha DeCaro, director of clinical outreach and education at the Renfrew Center, joined Dick Brennan and Dana Tyler to discuss it.
Mental health club succeeds among Success Academy students
The charter school system that got its start in Harlem is setting a new standard for mental health care on campuses everywhere.
Gearing up for AFSP's Out of the Darkness walk this weekend
CBS New York's Cindy Hsu sits down with two of the organization's board members as we continue to break the stigma around mental health.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Audacy hosting annual We Can Survive concert
Karen Carson, host of "Karen in the Morning" on Audacy's new 102.7 and Elizabeth Clemens, executive director of the New Jersey chapter of AFSP joined Cindy Hsu on CBS2 News at 9 a.m. Click here for more information
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Devils' 3-game winning streak ends with loss in Edmonton
Jesper Bratt scored for New Jersey, and Akira Schmid made 26 saves in the 4-1 defeat on Sunday.
Zach Wilson, defense outstanding, Jets blast Texans
Maligned quarterback returns with 301 yards passing, 2 TDs in 30-6 victory on Sunday.
Pageau scores in OT as Islanders rally for win
It was the first time this season the Islanders won after trailing heading into the third period.
Lindgren, Capitals power past Rangers
The Rangers were shut out for the first time this season and lost consecutive games for the first time.
LSU QB Jayden Daniels wins Heisman Trophy despite team's struggles
Jayden Daniels became the first player since 2016 to win the Heisman despite his team not playing for a conference championship.
On Call with Dr. Kumar
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On Call: Health benefits of giving yourself a microbreak
If you're hoping to be healthier and happier in the new year, consider giving yourself a microbreak.
On Call with Dr. Kumar: Retail therapy
Shopping can be good for your health as you hit the stores this holiday season, but be careful not to go overboard.
On Call with Dr. Kumar: Stay healthy and safe this Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time for food, family and relaxation. But for health care workers, it can be one of the busiest days of the year.
On Call with Dr. Kumar: Diabetes prevention and management
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York with the latest research on diabetes prevention and management.
On Call with Dr. Kumar: What's causing latest surge in RSV?
Dr. Kumar explains why the area is seeing an uptick in cases, and breaks down the symptoms and new treatment options.
How a Halloween scare can actually be good for your health
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to explain why some sights and sounds get our hearts racing.
Cardiovascular Kidney Metabolic syndrome, or CKM, explained
The American Heart Association discovered a link between four key factors: Cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, type 2 diabetes, and obesity.
On Call with Dr. Kumar: What to know about strokes
It's the second leading cause of death around the world, but many Americans don't know how to recognize one.
On Call with Dr. Kumar: Loneliness epidemic
In addition to anxiety and depression, feeling lonely can impact physical health and wellbeing.
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Snapshot New York Halloween Special
Get ready for a spine-chilling adventure as we delve into the world of the supernatural!
"The Drifter" sings for thousands below Madison Square Garden
One man is making it his mission to give the heart of New York a heartbeat.
Snapshot New York: Quadriplegic Kevin Lange hits Trails Without Limits in Westchester County
A new program in Westchester County helps people with disabilities immerse themselves in the local parks like never before.
42-year-old still dreams of pitching in the major leagues
During a workout in his backyard, every pitch got faster until Semerano threw at 101 mph.
Snapshot New York Fourth of July Special
Celebrate unity in the USA as we honor our service members, tour revolutionary history and see a fireworks show of the future in this star-spangled special!
#ClubCalvi: CBS New York Book Club with Mary Calvi
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#ClubCalvi: CBS New York Book Club with Mary Calvi
Meet the author: Mitch Albom
As the CBS New York Book Club with Mary Calvi digs into our latest read, "The Little Liar," we hear from the author about his humble beginnings right here in Queens.
CBS New York Book Club with Mary Calvi Readers' Choice revealed
We asked you to choose from our Top 3 FicPicks: "The Little Liar" by Mitch Albom, "The General and Julia" by Jon Clinch or "The Watchmaker's Hand" by Jeffery Deaver. So what did you choose?
Thousands of votes cast for the CBS New York Book Club's next read
You voted on our Top 3 FicPicks: "The Little Liar" by Mitch Albom, "The General and Julia" by Jon Clinch, and "The Watchmaker's Hand" by Jeffery Deaver.
Meet the authors behind this round of FicPicks
Which book will be our next read? Hear from each of the authors before casting your vote.
Voting opens for CBS New York Book Club's next read
Help us choose from three ficpicks with plots and/or authors based in New York, New Jersey or Connecticut.
#BetterTogether: Class Act with Chris Wragge
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Students at Francis Lewis learn culinary and hydroponic skills
It's a diverse school where over 60 languages are spoken, and it would take eight years of high school to cover all the programs offered.
Class Act with Chris Wragge heads to Francis Lewis High School
Francis Lewis High School in Queens is home to some incredible programs that you don't see at every school.
One day away from Class Act with Chris Wragge
Tomorrow, we'll be live at Francis Lewis High School in Fresh Meadows, Queens.
Class Act heading to Queens this Friday
This Friday, Class Act with Chris Wragge will be live at Francis Lewis High School in Fresh Meadows, Queens.
Class Act with Chris Wragge headed to Francis Lewis High School in Queens
The school has a little bit of everything, like a culinary department with a rooftop greenhouse where kids grow food for their culinary program.
James Madison High School renaming football field in honor of 9/11 hero Danny Suhr
Suhr was a star captain of the football and baseball teams at James Madison High School and loved playing for the FDNY vs. the NYPD.
Tomorrow: Class Act coming to James Madison High School
Class Act with Chris Wragge is coming to you live from the Brooklyn school as it honors a former student athlete who died in the line of duty on 9/11.
Counting down until Class Act with Chris Wragge returns
We'll be live this Friday morning from James Madison High School in Brooklyn.
Class Act to spotlight mentorship program at Brooklyn school
This Friday morning, Chris Wragge will be live at James Madison High School as they rename the football field for a former student athlete killed on 9/11.
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Moving to New York? Find the best internet providers in the Big Apple
Before you make the big move to the Big Apple, make sure your new home internet is the fastest, and offers the best value.
Your new home in New York City may need a faster router. Start with these
Get the speed you're paying for with one of these tested-and-true, handpicked routers.
Here are the best TV and Internet bundles in NYC -- don't move to New York without one
For anyone living in New York City (or planning to move into Manhattan), and who's looking to save money by bundling their TV and home Internet service, here are the best options.
New York News
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NYC schools open Monday, but officials are monitoring storm conditions
All five boroughs are under a travel advisory and a part of the Belt Parkway northbound was closed earlier in the day.
Tri-State Area residents plead for release of more hostages from Gaza
CBS New York spoke to families who just can't enjoy the holiday without knowing more about their loved ones.
George Santos says no shortage of corruption in Congress
George Santos has left the U.S. House of Representatives, but apparently not the public arena. He's making personalized videos on Cameo and alleging widespread corruption in Congress since he was expelled.
Flooding, power outages expected as storm invades Tri-State Area
Long Island officials expect the storm system to cause problems on Sunday night.
First Alert Forecast: Red Alert as we track powerful storm, flood risk
A strong storm system will bring heavy rain, some snow and potentially tropical storm force winds into the region into Monday morning.
Connecticut News
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Flooding, power outages expected as storm invades Tri-State Area
Long Island officials expect the storm system to cause problems on Sunday night.
First Alert Forecast: Red Alert as we track powerful storm, flood risk
A strong storm system will bring heavy rain, some snow and potentially tropical storm force winds into the region into Monday morning.
Tri-State Area bracing for heavy rain, winds & flooding
In New York City, a travel advisory was issued and a Flood Watch is in effect in the five boroughs.
Red Alert: Calm before the storm
We issued a Red Alert for strong storms arriving Sunday afternoon. A flood watch will be in effect for the entire Tri-State Area until Monday morning.
New film tells story of Sandy Hook father's journey to heal
The new documentary features a father who lost his son on that day and the promise he made to him.
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Flooding, power outages expected as storm invades Tri-State Area
Long Island officials expect the storm system to cause problems on Sunday night.
First Alert Forecast: Red Alert as we track powerful storm, flood risk
A strong storm system will bring heavy rain, some snow and potentially tropical storm force winds into the region into Monday morning.
Tri-State Area bracing for heavy rain, winds & flooding
In New York City, a travel advisory was issued and a Flood Watch is in effect in the five boroughs.
Red Alert: Calm before the storm
We issued a Red Alert for strong storms arriving Sunday afternoon. A flood watch will be in effect for the entire Tri-State Area until Monday morning.
2 nurses, resident slashed by woman at Newark hospital
The woman was visiting a patient in the pediatric ICU when she pulled out a weapon and attacked three hospital workers, police said.
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George Santos says no shortage of corruption in Congress
George Santos has left the U.S. House of Representatives, but apparently not the public arena. He's making personalized videos on Cameo and alleging widespread corruption in Congress since he was expelled.
Flooding, power outages expected as storm invades Tri-State Area
Long Island officials expect the storm system to cause problems on Sunday night.
Tri-State Area bracing for heavy rain, winds & flooding
In New York City, a travel advisory was issued and a Flood Watch is in effect in the five boroughs.
Red Alert: Calm before the storm
We issued a Red Alert for strong storms arriving Sunday afternoon. A flood watch will be in effect for the entire Tri-State Area until Monday morning.
Driver sentenced for killing L.I. gas station manager in 2019
Surrounded by prosecutors, Cemal Dagdeviren's family said they waited five long years for this day.
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Donald Trump says he will not testify in civil fraud trial on Monday
Former President Donald Trump was expected to be his defense team's final witness.
George Santos says no shortage of corruption in Congress
George Santos has left the U.S. House of Representatives, but apparently not the public arena. He's making personalized videos on Cameo and alleging widespread corruption in Congress since he was expelled.
Poll: Most Americans disapprove of Biden's handling of Israel-Hamas war
Rising numbers of Democrats say Biden is supporting Israel too much.
Mayor Adams, faith leaders call for peace this holiday season
The mayor says in the months since the Hamas terror attack, there has been a 250% rise in ethnically-motivated hate crimes.
Adams appoints new jails commissioner to sway judge
Adams handed the correction commissioner's badge to Lynelle Maginley-Liddie, hoping it will help convince a judge not to appoint a federal receiver to run Rikers Island.
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FDA approves gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
NYC Council passes bill requiring schools to carry naloxone
It's not clear yet if the mayor will sign it.
Wildfire smoke reversing air quality improvements, researchers say
Wildfires in the U.S. have caused a decline in air quality and an increase in deaths in parts of the U.S. – even though air quality had been improving, researchers say.
Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
Increase in flu cases across N.Y. prompts doctors to advise vaccines
The Health Department says flu cases surged 27% in New York state last week.
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Watch "Hip-Hop At 50: Born in the Bronx"
Maurice DuBois hosts this special conversation with icons who blazed the trail and look at what lies ahead.
Taylor Swift Eras Tour crosses billion-dollar mark, setting record
Also unprecedented was the speed at which Swift's Eras Tour had surpassed a billion in sales — a mere eight months.
Ryan O'Neal, star of "Love Story," is dead at 82
Ryan O'Neal, the Oscar-nominated star of films including "Love Story" and "Paper Moon," has died at 82.
Messages show Jonathan Majors told accuser to avoid hospital
Information about how she sustained the injuries during the September altercation were not discussed in court.
CBS presents 'Grammy® Salute to 50 Years of Hip Hop'
A star-studded lineup of hip hop legends and GRAMMY-winning artists will grace the stage at this special tribute concert, airing Sunday, Dec. 10 (8:30-10:30 PM, ET/8:00-10:00 PM, PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+.
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Devils' 3-game winning streak ends with loss in Edmonton
Jesper Bratt scored for New Jersey, and Akira Schmid made 26 saves in the 4-1 defeat on Sunday.
Zach Wilson, defense outstanding, Jets blast Texans
Maligned quarterback returns with 301 yards passing, 2 TDs in 30-6 victory on Sunday.
Pageau scores in OT as Islanders rally for win
It was the first time this season the Islanders won after trailing heading into the third period.
Lindgren, Capitals power past Rangers
The Rangers were shut out for the first time this season and lost consecutive games for the first time.
LSU QB Jayden Daniels wins Heisman Trophy despite team's struggles
Jayden Daniels became the first player since 2016 to win the Heisman despite his team not playing for a conference championship.
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Struggles remain in the South Bronx despite economic growth
A new report says that part of the borough is flourishing, despite the challenges faced during the pandemic.
Heat and hot water return for Harlem neighbors
A crew turned on the new boiler Friday for a group of buildings on West 118th Street.
Queens residents want NYCHA to fix sinkhole at playground
Parents say they've been waiting more than three years for a fix.
Harlem boiler fix delayed by expanded repairs
A crew continues to bring new parts to fix a boiler that broke more than a month ago.
HPD installs new boiler for Harlem apartments after CBS New York report
A crew arrived with a new boiler Friday after a group of Harlem neighbors spent a month without hot water or heat.
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50th Annual Village Halloween Parade
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
Flooding leaves parts of New York City underwater
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Photos: Crowd turns chaotic during Union Square giveaway
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
Photos: Crane catches fire, partially collapses in NYC
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
Tony Bennett, N.Y. native and music legend, through the years
The Grammy Award winning singer who graced the stage for generations died at the age of 96.
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First Alert Weather: Red Alert to continue into Monday
CBS New York's John Elliott has the latest on the severe storm that is moving through the Tri-State Area.
Companion robot helping seniors in upstate New York deal with loneliness
Ellie Q was assigned to 77-year-old Priscilla Okesson in the Catskills. She got the the robot in May, free of charge, from the state's Office for the Aging. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
1958 GMC bus used to make food donation delivery in Westchester County
All of the donations were dropped off at the Sacred Heart Church food pantry in Yonkers. The pantry says it was in desperate need of the items. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
$1 million Powerball ticket sold in Brooklyn
The second-place ticket was sold at Bridge Food Mart in Williamsburg. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Steam leak causes delays at Port Authority
CBS New York's Jessica Moore has the latest.
