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Sources: Aide to Mayor Adams robbed by armed men in Brooklyn
The aide told them, "You don't want to do this, I work for the mayor," according to sources.
7 dead in Illinois mass shooting; suspect charged with murder
First-degree murder charges have been filed against Robert "Bobby" Crimo III, the accused gunman in Highland Park.
Exclusive: L.I. couple reunited with hero firefighters
It all started with a home security camera.
Governors sign funding agreement for Gateway Hudson Tunnel
Both states will share the costs not covered by the federal government.
76 million-year-old dinosaur skeleton to be auctioned in NYC
The specimen being sold was discovered in 2018 in the Judith River Formation near Havre, Montana, Sotheby's said.
Monkeypox cases rising in Tri-State Area
Monkeypox is spread through close, prolonged contact with an infected person.
Some NYC drivers fume over return of alternate side of street parking
Motorists allege the change came with little notice from the city, and has left many scrambling.
Wildfire contained after burning 59 acres in N.J.
Officials say it was likely caused by sunlight that ignited dry brush.
COVID cases rising in NYC; BA.5 becomes dominant subvariant
Citywide transmission rates are back at the highest levels we've seen since May.
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CBS2's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for July 5 at 11 p.m.
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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7 killed, 38 injured in Highland Park parade shooting
Seven people were killed and 38 more were wounded, including four children, in the deadly parade shooting in Highland Park, Illinois, on Monday. CBS2's Ali Bauman has the latest details on the investigation.
First Alert Forecast: CBS2 7/5 Nightly Weather at 11PM
CBS2's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for July 5 at 11 p.m.
Sotheby's auctioning rare fossilized dinosaur skeleton
Sotheby's is known for auctioning off antiques, but what about something 76 million years old?
Exclusive: Long Island couple meets firefighters who saved their lives
A Long Island couple who was rescued from a fire in April just met their heroes for the first time since that fateful night. As CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis reports, it all started with a home security camera.
Wildfire in Edison, New Jersey, now 100% contained
Firefighters in New Jersey say a brush fire is now 100 percent contained in Middlesex County.
Gun Violence: The Search for Solutions
Watch our series of special reports
We take a deep dive into the gun violence epidemic, and identify ways to fight the problem.
Examining racial disparities in NYPD homicide closure rates
In a collaboration with CBS News, we examine a crime often going without punishment in our country. Barely half of murder cases in the U.S. get solved.
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Exclusive: L.I. couple reunited with hero firefighters
It all started with a home security camera.
Experts explain how to keep dogs' stress levels down during fireworks
Kradlemypet.com says more pets go missing on July 4 than any other day of the year because of the noise and the lights.
July 4th: Where to watch fireworks, street closures and more
Fourth of July weekend is here, and that means it's time to look to the skies for fireworks.
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Last week open for only Black-owned business on Madison Ave.
A longtime family handbag shop is leaving Madison Avenue for Coral Springs, Fla. to escape rising rent and taxes.
Jersey City hosts New Jersey's biggest 4th of July celebration
Tens of thousands lined the waterfront for big-name acts, followed by fireworks.
Thousands pack Coney Island as Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest returns in full force
Thousands of spectators filled Surf and Stillwell to watch the July 4th tradition and Coney Island became the epicenter for competitive eaters worldwide.
Crowd gathers for 112th July 4 parade in Ridgewood, N.J.
People lined the streets and some put chairs out days in advance to secure a prime spot on the parade route.
Coney Island cure violence organization opens new center
Operation H.O.O.D., an anti-violence group in Coney Island, opens a new community center to support young people
Food insecurity makes for extraordinary demand in Newark
A New Jersey nonprofit says it's seeing a record number of families struggling with food insecurity.
Murals at NYCHA senior center reflect resident resilience
Lehman Village neighbors painted and colored pieces of art to create permanent murals for older adults to enjoy.
LGBTQ+ senior center spreads pride in life, love in Harlem
Two women found love volunteering together at their neighborhood community center for LGBTQ+ elders.
Gowanus Dredgers Canoe Club hosts 4th annual Pride Paddle
New Yorkers celebrated the end of Pride month in a unique way, by navigating the infamous Gowanus Canal by canoe
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Mets waste Scherzer's return in ninth-inning loss to Reds
Scherzer struck out 11 while pitching six innings of two-hit ball in his first big league start since May 18.
Pirates spoil Taillon's return to Pittsburgh, top Yanks
Taillon spent more than a decade with the Pirates before being traded to New York in January 2021.
Paterson, N.J. honors baseball great and pioneer Larry Doby
The famous number 14 was on the back of jerseys all over Larry Doby Field on Tuesday.
Nimmo, Lindor homer as first-place Mets beat Reds
The Mets got some good swings against hard-throwing rookie Hunter Greene.
Joey Chestnut, Miki Sudo chomp champs again
Frankfurter-munching phenom Joey "Jaws" Chestnut gobbled his way to a 15th win and women's record-holder Miki Sudo won the women's title at the Nathan's Famous hot dog eating contest.
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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?
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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.
'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.
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Governors sign funding agreement for Gateway Hudson Tunnel
Both states will share the costs not covered by the federal government.
76 million-year-old dinosaur skeleton to be auctioned in NYC
The specimen being sold was discovered in 2018 in the Judith River Formation near Havre, Montana, Sotheby's said.
Monkeypox cases rising in Tri-State Area
Monkeypox is spread through close, prolonged contact with an infected person.
COVID cases rising in NYC; BA.5 becomes dominant subvariant
Citywide transmission rates are back at the highest levels we've seen since May.
Police seek 3 accused of stealing e-bike from Bronx home
It happened around 2 a.m. on June 16 at a home near East 224th Street and Carpenter Avenue.
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Monkeypox cases rising in Tri-State Area
Monkeypox is spread through close, prolonged contact with an infected person.
More than a dozen Connecticut state parks reach capacity
People packed state parks across the Tri-State Area to celebrate the Fourth of July.
New Rochelle officials prepared to step up security at annual fireworks show
New Rochelle's police captain said a security plan was developed months ago for the "Spark the Sound" extravaganza.
Fireworks-related injuries up 25% in last 15 years, report finds
A new finding shows there's been an uptick in fireworks-related injuries. Here are tips to help keep your July 4 celebrations safe.
No end in sight to July 4 weekend flight delays and cancellations
There are dozens of delayed and canceled flights reported Saturday at Newark, LaGuardia and Kennedy Airports.
New Jersey News
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Governors sign funding agreement for Gateway Hudson Tunnel
Both states will share the costs not covered by the federal government.
Monkeypox cases rising in Tri-State Area
Monkeypox is spread through close, prolonged contact with an infected person.
Wildfire contained after burning 59 acres in N.J.
Officials say it was likely caused by sunlight that ignited dry brush.
Elizabeth Police detective retires after 30 years on the job
Darin Williamson worked his way up through the ranks and served the city where he grew up for 30 years.
Paterson, N.J. honors baseball great and pioneer Larry Doby
The famous number 14 was on the back of jerseys all over Larry Doby Field on Tuesday.
Long Island News
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Exclusive: L.I. couple reunited with hero firefighters
It all started with a home security camera.
Arson detectives investigating alleged hate crime at Long Island mosque
A member of the Fatima Al-Zahra mosque in Ronkonkoma posted video of the damage and said somebody threw a "bomb canister" at a sign.
Drones patrol Long Island beaches after lifeguard bitten by shark
Officials said they're using state-of-the-art equipment to watch for any more sharks.
Lifeguard recovering after being attacked by a shark in Suffolk County
Zachari Gallo said he was participating in a training exercise in the water when he was bit on the chest and hand.
Delays, cancellations plaguing Newark Airport on holiday weekend
Airlines have struggled to respond to a staffing shortage, and for many, trying to catch a flight has been rough.
Politics
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Biden awards Medal of Honor to 4 soldiers for heroism in Vietnam
The president awarded the nation's highest military decoration to four soldiers for their service in Vietnam.
Mayor Eric Adams announces crackdown on "ghost cars"
Hizzoner says the drivers with paper license plates are often up to no good, using the cars to commit violent acts.
Gov. Hochul signs aimed at curbing greenhouse gas emissions
The legislation includes measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and to create green jobs in the state.
N.J. Gov. Murphy signs package of gun safety bills
Murphy and supporters believe the new laws will make the state safer, but others say the new legislation goes too far.
Gov. Hochul signs law banning guns in many public places
Times Square is declared one of the "sensitive places" in New York state's new gun safety law.
Health
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Monkeypox cases rising in Tri-State Area
Monkeypox is spread through close, prolonged contact with an infected person.
COVID cases rising in NYC; BA.5 becomes dominant subvariant
Citywide transmission rates are back at the highest levels we've seen since May.
Thousands of monkeypox vaccine doses coming to New York City
The city's health department says it is working with federal partners to get extra doses in the coming weeks.
Sandra Lindsay, nurse who received first COVID vaccine in U.S., to be awarded Presidential Medal of Freedom
The medal is the nation's highest civilian honor.
Monkeypox patient: "I've had COVID. This was way worse."
The man says doctors are ordering him to isolate until his lesions are gone, which can take as long as four weeks.
Entertainment
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"The Challenge: USA" premieres July 6 on CBS
The new show features former competitors from "Survivor," "Big Brother," "The Amazing Race" and "Love Island."
R. Kelly removed from suicide watch at Brooklyn jail
Last week, Kelly was sentenced to 30 years in prison for sexually abusing women and girls.
Feds: R. Kelly remains on suicide watch "for his own safety"
Federal authorities are pushing back on R. Kelly's claims that he was placed on suicide watch as a form of punishment.
Man found at Taylor Swift properties faces stalking charges
Swift, 32, has had prior issues with alleged stalkers.
R. Kelly suing Brooklyn jail for putting him on suicide watch
Kelly claims officials at the Metropolitan Detention Center knew he was not suicidal after his sentencing.
Sports
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Mets waste Scherzer's return in ninth-inning loss to Reds
Scherzer struck out 11 while pitching six innings of two-hit ball in his first big league start since May 18.
Pirates spoil Taillon's return to Pittsburgh, top Yanks
Taillon spent more than a decade with the Pirates before being traded to New York in January 2021.
Paterson, N.J. honors baseball great and pioneer Larry Doby
The famous number 14 was on the back of jerseys all over Larry Doby Field on Tuesday.
Nimmo, Lindor homer as first-place Mets beat Reds
The Mets got some good swings against hard-throwing rookie Hunter Greene.
Joey Chestnut, Miki Sudo chomp champs again
Frankfurter-munching phenom Joey "Jaws" Chestnut gobbled his way to a 15th win and women's record-holder Miki Sudo won the women's title at the Nathan's Famous hot dog eating contest.
The Dig
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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 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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7 killed, 38 injured in Highland Park parade shooting
Seven people were killed and 38 more were wounded, including four children, in the deadly parade shooting in Highland Park, Illinois, on Monday. CBS2's Ali Bauman has the latest details on the investigation.
First Alert Forecast: CBS2 7/5 Nightly Weather at 11PM
CBS2's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for July 5 at 11 p.m.
Sotheby's auctioning rare fossilized dinosaur skeleton
Sotheby's is known for auctioning off antiques, but what about something 76 million years old?
Exclusive: Long Island couple meets firefighters who saved their lives
A Long Island couple who was rescued from a fire in April just met their heroes for the first time since that fateful night. As CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis reports, it all started with a home security camera.
Wildfire in Edison, New Jersey, now 100% contained
Firefighters in New Jersey say a brush fire is now 100 percent contained in Middlesex County.
