NYS Investigating ParCare Community Health Network Over Its Handling Of First Round Of COVID-19 Vaccine
Mayor Bill de Blasio says more than 50,000 New Yorkers have already been vaccinated against COVID-19. But one health network is under scrutiny.
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Mayor Bill de Blasio says more than 50,000 New Yorkers have already been vaccinated against COVID-19. But one health network is under scrutiny.
In a statement released Saturday, health commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker says there have been reports that Parcare Community Health Network transferred doses of the vaccine to facilities in other parts of the state and "diverted it to members of the public."
Essex County was hit by COVID the hardest, accounting for nearly 10% of total cases in New Jersey.
The pandemic has made it difficult to visit loved ones with dementia at assisted living facilities, so some staff and residents are going the extra mile to make Christmas bright.
Here in New York, Mayor Bill de Blasio is stepping up quarantine enforcement on travelers - particularly those coming here from the United Kingdom.
The state reported 103 more COVID deaths Wednesday. There were 104 deaths reported Tuesday, marking the first back-to-back days of more than 100 people dying since June 13.
There was a poignant reunion Wednesday for two women who were strangers but are now bound for life.
State and local officials issued a strong warning Wednesday that the next 10 days are critical in containing the spread of COVID-19.
EMS will be the first members of the FDNY to get vaccinated, followed by firefighters next week.
British scientists believe the new coronavirus strain is up to 70% more transmissible.
As the rollout continues, the effort is on to build confidence in COVID-19 vaccines. It comes amid some reluctance by some of those first offered the shots.
The holiday season is associated with cheer and joy. But for many this year, there's a lot of sadness.
Both the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines use a similar, brand-new technology to induce immunity, so people rightly want to know what's in them.
Dozens of countries have now banned or restricted travel from Britain, and at least one more local leader is now standing behind Gov. Andrew Cuomo's call to do the same.
New Jersey health care workers are now getting doses of the newly-approved coronavirus vaccine from drug maker Moderna.
Doctors and other organizations say there's something women can do to help reduce their chances of developing ovarian cancer by 80%.
The family of a man killed in a shooting in Yonkers on Sunday night says he was in the wrong place at the wrong time.
Karina Vetrano's convicted killer Chanel Lewis' attorney said he would soon be filing an appeal in the 2016 murder that shocked New York City.
A former Mount Vernon police official faces attempted murder charges for allegedly being the getaway driver in a Bronx shooting, police sources said.
In total, 17 bills will be introduced in the City Council next month to increase safety regulations around e-bikes and e-scooters, while also strengthening enforcement of existing laws.
New York City and parts of New Jersey were under a flood watch due to downpours and strong storms Monday.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area on Monday, bringing the threat of heavy rain and storms that may lead to flash flooding.
There's been a report of a bigfoot sighting near the Pachaug State Forest in Connecticut.
Heavy rain is complicating efforts to recover a teenage boy from the West River in New Haven. Strong currents and an increased flow have made the job even more difficult.
It's another rainy day in the Tri-State Area with a flood watch for parts of New York and Connecticut.
The family of a man who died at the Delaney Hall immigration detention center in Newark, New Jersey, is demanding justice.
Protesters gathered at the gates of Delaney Hall immigration detention center in Newark, New Jersey, Monday following the death of an ICE detainee.
The power was restored Tuesday morning after going out at the American Dream Mall in East Rutherford, N.J. Monday afternoon.
Strong downpours have dumped rain on parts of New York and New Jersey that are still recovering from last week's severe weather.
New York City and parts of New Jersey were under a flood watch due to downpours and strong storms Monday.
A Columbia University medical student is recovering after being shot in the face by Nassau Police. Police say he charged at officers with a knife Monday night. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
A Nassau County police officer shot a man in the face after he allegedly smashed a patrol car window with a knife in Westbury, Long Island, police said.
John Elliott reports from Glen Cove, Long Island, for Swim Across America Open Water Swim.
Some homeowners on Long Island say teenage pranks have escalated into vandalism. A game of ding-dong ditch is keeping residents up at night and, in at least one case, has done damage. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
For some Long Island families, the cost of supplies, clothes and other back-to-school essentials is becoming a growing challenge.
In total, 17 bills will be introduced in the City Council next month to increase safety regulations around e-bikes and e-scooters, while also strengthening enforcement of existing laws.
Protesters gathered at the gates of Delaney Hall immigration detention center in Newark, New Jersey, Monday following the death of an ICE detainee.
Some 9/11 families are defending New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's inclusion in this year's solemn remembrance ceremony after an online petition asked he not attend.
There has been so much confusion about the pied-à-terre tax and the way city notified homeowners, the City Council has scheduled a public hearing to demand answers.
The order came after Republican Senators Thom Tillis and John Cornyn threatened to block Blanche's confirmation for Attorney General if the fund was not rescinded in writing.
The source of exposure for the Legionnaires cluster on Manhattan's Upper East Side has been eliminated, according to the New York City Health Department.
A seventh person has died from Legionnaires' disease in connection with the Upper East Side cluster, New York City's health commissioner said Thursday.
Thirty-four cooling towers at 33 buildings on the Upper East Side tested positive for live Legionella bacteria, the New York City Health Department announced Tuesday.
An attorney representing an Upper East Side woman whose husband just died from Legionnaires' disease is planning to take legal action.
Studies show older adults are among the safest drivers on the road, but crashes involving seniors are on the rise.
Designer John Galliano is known for his theatrical and dramatic designs, but his legacy is also marked by antisemitic and racist comments.
"The Sopranos" actor Vincent Pastore is being remembered as a fixture in his Bronx community.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
A new Broadway show based on Prince's movie and album "Purple Rain" will take the stage at Broadway's Majestic Theatre in March.
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
The Chicago Cubs acquired pitcher Clay Holmes and outfielder Tyrone Taylor from the last-place New York Mets on Monday for touted infield prospect Jefferson Rojas.
José Caballero lined a two-run homer, Gerrit Cole pitched into the sixth inning and the New York Yankees hung on to top the Chicago Cubs 2-1 on Sunday.
The Miami Marlins beat the Mets 2-0 Sunday shortly after New York traded opening day starter Freddy Peralta to Tampa Bay.
Peralta has been a disappointment for the Mets after they acquired him from Milwaukee in a January trade.
The Chicago Cubs evened their series with the New York Yankees with a 5-2 win on Saturday night.
Parents in Harlem say their children's walk to summer camp is littered with trash, illegal dumping and a growing encampment.
A specialized program from God's Love We Deliver is serving nearly 400 veterans with medically tailored meals, while helping combat isolation and ease the challenges of life after military service.
The Newtown Creek Alliance community science project gives students hands-on experience monitoring the health of one of the most polluted waterways in the U.S.
The FIFA World Cup is delivering a business boost for many bars and restaurants across New York City, but not every industry is seeing the same payoff.
Two Upper West Side children went on a mission to visit 40 playgrounds in one day, hoping to set a record.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
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.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
A former Mount Vernon police official faces attempted murder charges for allegedly being the getaway driver in a Bronx shooting, police sources said. CBS News New York's Mahsa Saeidi reports.
New York City is home to many iconic neighborhoods, including Harlem in Upper Manhattan. CBS News New York's Noëlle Lilley has a preview of how you can celebrate the neighborhood at this year's Harlem Week.
A family is mourning after police say a 15-year-old boy shot and killed their son in Yonkers. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
Jets training camp continues in Florham Park, New Jersey, but the coach revealed that a key rookie will miss some time. CBS News New York's Otis Livingston reports.
New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin announced more than a dozen new bills focused on e-bike safety Tuesday. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
