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Beginning December 14th, kids 5-11 must show proof of at least one dose for indoor dining, fitness, or entertainment. The same will also apply for high-risk extracurricular activities in schools.
The rules are adopted from a vote by the state Board of Medical Examiners.
Using health data from an employee wellness program, researchers looked at blood pressure dating back to 2018, 2019 and 2020 for nearly half a million adults with an average age of 46.
New travel rules took effect at midnight, requiring everyone entering the U.S. to provide proof of a negative COVID test within one calendar day of their flight.
Starting Dec. 14, the vaccine mandate for indoor activities will include children ages 5 to 11, as well.
According to state officials, a man in his 60s from Hartford County developed mild symptoms on Nov. 27.
There was no immediate word on the location of the new cases, nor their severity.
New Jersey has reported its first case of the Omicron variant.
Reading to children is critical for their development, and in the digital age, many parents turn to technology, but research suggests that actual books may be better for young children.
Right now, the New York Blood Center has just one or two day's supply of blood on the shelves. That should be at five to seven days.
Officials said two of the cases are in Queens and one is in Brooklyn. The exact location of the fourth case in New York City is unknown.
The department says it did not sell space for the ad, and it's possible someone pried open the glass casing.
This follows the first detected U.S. case, which was confirmed in California on Wednesday, and a case involving a Minnesota resident who had recently visited the Jacob Javits Center in Manhattan.
Office holiday parties are happening again. For some, it's the first opportunity to meet co-workers in more than a year.
A rooftop fire in Midtown Manhattan sent black smoke into the air near the start of the St. Patrick's Day Parade.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
The 2026 St. Patrick's Day Parade is taking place Tuesday in Manhattan, with numerous street closures along the parade route.
A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
The New York City area will be under a wind advisory Monday with periods of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms expected across the region.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
Periods of rain will move through the New York area Thursday, but spring temperatures are on the way for the weekend.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
Jeanne Hengemuhle has made history as the first woman in charge of the New Jersey State Police.
A Palestinian woman who had been living and working in Paterson, New Jersey, has been released after a year in ICE custody in Texas, her legal team says.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Ten people and six vehicles were involved in the fatal accident on Long Island, according to New York State Police. Two people in their 80s were killed.
St. John's, Hofstra and LIU are playing in the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament as March Madness gets in full swing.
Prosecutors said Matthew Smith fended off efforts to hand over his car keys before the crash that killed Nassau County police officer Patricia Espinosa.
A Manorville breeder was charged with animal neglect after dogs and puppies were allegedly left alone in poor conditions as a blizzard struck New York.
A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
Jeanne Hengemuhle has made history as the first woman in charge of the New Jersey State Police.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is moving to lower the speed limit around hundreds of schools in New York City as part of a major escalation of the Vision Zero initiative.
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
A new study shows toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS may be entering the food chain on Long Island through contaminated soil, water and air.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
Legendary New York City television news anchor Ernie Anastos has died. His wife says he died early Thursday morning of pneumonia.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
Jack Hughes had three assists, and the Devils dented the Bruins' playoff chances by beating them 4-3 in overtime Monday night.
Deni Avdija and Toumani Camara each scored 18 points, and the Trail Blazers coasted to 114-95 victory over the Nets on Monday night.
Alex Laferriere had a goal and two assists to lead the Los Angeles Kings to a 4-1 win over the New York Rangers on Monday night.
The Jets will receive a 2027 sixth-round draft pick from the Chiefs and pick up $7 million of Fields' guaranteed $10 million salary.
The top 16 seeds in the 68-team women's NCAA field will host first- and second-round games, with the regional rounds being played at two neutral sites for the fourth straight year.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
A Harlem school is teaching students how to love, honor and care for their natural hair.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
Neighbors and local businesses in Long Island City, Queens, say rental trucks parked on streets are impacting daily operations.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
CBS News New York's Christine Sloan on Tuesday went to Metuchen, where one tree split open a home's upstairs bedroom.
Firefighters battled a rooftop fire that sent plumes of smoke over Midtown Manhattan, near the start of the crowded St. Patrick's Day Parade.
Smoke and flames were billowing from the roof of the building on East 43rd Street. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
FDNY said the fire started inside an HVAC unit at a high-rise building.
A fire at a Midtown Manhattan office building is sending smoke into the air near the start of the St. Patrick's Day Parade.
