How to ensure your child's day care center is safe
The death of a baby at a Bronx day care from a suspected fentanyl overdose hit home for moms across New York.
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Inwood alternative high school adapts to asylum seeking students
Teens seeking asylum have found a new home environment at the High School for Excellence and Innovation.
How to celebrate Oktoberfest right here at home
You don't have to travel abroad to take part in the annual tradition, there are plenty of places raising a glass right here.
"Mighty Mila" sequel representing children with hearing loss
It's become the family's mission to make sure children with hearing loss are represented in media.
Free COVID tests available again ahead of expected fall and winter surge
Starting Monday, anyone can go to COVIDtests.gov to order up to four free at-home COVID tests per household.
Sen. Bob Menendez not stepping down after bribery indictment
Menendez has said the claims are false and he will not step down from Congress.
On Call with Dr. Kumar: Have you heard of male menopause?
When you hear about menopause, we often think of women. But hormonal changes can also affect men as they age.
Free MTA bus service rolls out across NYC
There will be one fare-free bus route in each borough as part of a pilot program to improve service.
Free MTA bus service rolls out across NYC on Sunday
There will be one fare-free bus route in each borough as part of a pilot program to improve service.
City Harvest throwing annual tasting event to help fight hunger
The event is called City Harvest Presents BID 2023: Drive-In, and it helps rescue and deliver free, nutritious food to millions of New Yorkers in need.
Latin Night Market coming to streets of Upper Manhattan
The party on Dyckman Street promises delicious dishes, bumping music and more.
High Line science fair showcasing climate solutions
As world leaders gather Wednesday for the U.N. Climate Ambition Summit, entrepreneurs will present new ideas for a sustainable future on the High Line.
On Call with Dr. Kumar: What to look for in cold & flu meds
We asked her what to watch out for with over-the-counter medications, and her advice for getting cold and flu relief.
Photographs show transformation of Lower Manhattan from 1980s to 9/11
"A Falling-Off Place" documents the transformation of Lower Manhattan from a working man's neighborhood to downtown's rebirth after 9/11.
NYC congregations find a sustainable approach to Rosh Hashanah
More than 200 congregations are participating in an environmental movement created by the nonprofit Repair the Sea.
Student loan payments starting again after pandemic pause
The bill is coming due for students who took out loans to finance their education. Now, many borrowers need to rework their budgets to make their payments.
Breast cancer survivors dedicated to increasing screenings
Experts say high breast cancer death rates in communities of color is blamed on factors like economic inequalities.
High school tennis player starts website to help teens overcome depression
Jack Dahler felt his world come crashing down when he suffered a back injury. He said the pain of not being able to play tennis was worse than anything else.
Dos and Don'ts for back-to-school photos on social media
We spoke with the Center for Online Safety what they call teaching moments around consent and privacy.
Back-to-school advice: How to deal with bullies at all ages
While back-to-school can be an exciting time for many students, others could be reluctant to return because of bullying.
Breaking the Stigma: Join Cindy Hsu at suicide prevention walk on Oct. 22
Check-in time is 10 a.m. and the walk start time is set for 11:30 a.m.
NJ sales tax holiday on school supplies ends this weekend
Families can avoid state sales taxes on all school supplies.
Bruce Springsteen brings international tour to MetLife
Springsteen will take the stage Wednesday, Friday and Sunday nights.
Preparations underway for West Indian American Day Parade
According to New York City's Office of Immigration Affairs, the city is home to millions of Caribbean immigrants.
Out of the Darkness suicide prevention walk next weekend
The annual walk raises awareness and funding for suicide prevention, as well as bringing together people who may have been impacted by suicide.
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Hochul, MTA address response to flooding that upended rail service
Trains are now running with normal weekend service, Hochul said as she thanked crews for their hard work to restore the lines.
Preaching a "more tolerant" church, Pope appoints 21 new cardinals
The 86-year-old pope welcomed the new "Princes of the Church" -- one of whom could one day become the successor to the current pontiff.
Rain slows and floodwaters recede, but New Yorkers' anger grows
Some lawmakers and business owners say the city did not do enough to warn people about Friday's deluge.
Mayor, chancellor defend decision to keep NYC schools open during storm
Mayor Adams said Chancellor Banks made the right call in keeping the classrooms open on Friday.
New Rochelle High School floods as storm drenches Westchester County
Epic rainfall made for a record-setting day in Westchester County on Friday.
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Hochul, MTA address response to flooding that upended rail service
Trains are now running with normal weekend service, Hochul said as she thanked crews for their hard work to restore the lines.
Rain slows and floodwaters recede, but New Yorkers' anger grows
Some lawmakers and business owners say the city did not do enough to warn people about Friday's deluge.
Mayor, chancellor defend decision to keep NYC schools open during storm
Mayor Adams said Chancellor Banks made the right call in keeping the classrooms open on Friday.
New Rochelle High School floods as storm drenches Westchester County
Epic rainfall made for a record-setting day in Westchester County on Friday.
Flooding leads to quite a mess for home and business owners in Mamaroneck
The rain stopped Friday evening, but a mess was left behind in parts of Westchester County
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First Alert Weather: Red Alert for heavy rain, flood risks
We're on Red Alert today for rain, which could be heavy at times, and the likelihood of scattered flooding/flash flooding.
Red Alert: Storm threatens flood watch across entire Tri-State Area
We're tracking heavy rain Friday due to the remnants of Ophelia.
Government shutdown would have "devastating" effect in Tri-State Area
A government shutdown will affect airports, critical federal aid payments to parents and children, and the ability of officials to get work permits for asylum seekers.
Where to see fall foliage near NYC in 2023
For fall foliage, from the Catskills to Central Park in New York and beyond, check out some maps to help you find the best spots.
First Alert Weather: Pick of the week as sunshine finally returns
Today will be mostly sunny with highs in the 60s -- our pick of the week.
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New Jersey under state of emergency due to flooding conditions
Parts of the Garden State are under water as Ophelia's remnants flood streets and sidewalks around the area.
First Alert Weather: Red Alert for heavy rain, flood risks
We're on Red Alert today for rain, which could be heavy at times, and the likelihood of scattered flooding/flash flooding.
Red Alert: Storm threatens flood watch across entire Tri-State Area
We're tracking heavy rain Friday due to the remnants of Ophelia.
Jersey City movie theater closed due to rat infestation
City officials said they closed the movie theater at the Newport Centre mall after rats were reportedly spotted getting in through several openings.
Government shutdown would have "devastating" effect in Tri-State Area
A government shutdown will affect airports, critical federal aid payments to parents and children, and the ability of officials to get work permits for asylum seekers.
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Long Island flooding doesn't rise to state of emergency, Nassau exec says
Flooding on Long Island wasn't widespread on Friday, but people in some low-lying areas were impacted.
Red Alert: Storm threatens flood watch across entire Tri-State Area
We're tracking heavy rain Friday due to the remnants of Ophelia.
Government shutdown would have "devastating" effect in Tri-State Area
A government shutdown will affect airports, critical federal aid payments to parents and children, and the ability of officials to get work permits for asylum seekers.
Farmingdale band director remembered as "wonderful person"
A funeral was held Thursday in Massapequa Park for beloved band director Gina Pellettiere, who was killed last Thursday when their school bus overturned headed to band camp in Pennsylvania.
Prosecutors: Rex Heuermann's cheek swab matches DNA found on pizza box
The Gilgo Beach murder suspect told a judge Wednesday he spends two to three hours a day reviewing evidence in the case.
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Rain slows and floodwaters recede, but New Yorkers' anger grows
Some lawmakers and business owners say the city did not do enough to warn people about Friday's deluge.
Mayor, chancellor defend decision to keep NYC schools open during storm
Mayor Adams said Chancellor Banks made the right call in keeping the classrooms open on Friday.
House rejects McCarthy-backed bill to avoid government shutdown
The spending bill failed to win over a group of Republicans opposed to a short-term funding deal.
Dianne Feinstein, California senator who broke glass ceilings, dies at 90
Dianne Feinstein was the longest-serving woman in the U.S. Senate as well as the longest-serving senator from California.
Government shutdown would have "devastating" effect in Tri-State Area
A government shutdown will affect airports, critical federal aid payments to parents and children, and the ability of officials to get work permits for asylum seekers.
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DEA: New York City is hub for drug cartels & fentanyl distribution
The DEA estimates they seized about 1 million lethal doses of fentanyl worth about $1.5 million in a recent drug bust in the Bronx.
Some New Jersey hospitals reinstate mask mandate
Some hospitals in New Jersey are reinstating a mask mandate as COVID cases rise.
How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
NYPD swears in Dr. Lynn O'Connor, first Black female police surgeon
O'Connor, the chief of colorectal surgery at Mercy Hospital on Long Island and a mother of one, comes from a law enforcement family and says service is in her blood.
Free COVID tests available again ahead of expected fall and winter surge
Starting Monday, anyone can go to COVIDtests.gov to order up to four free at-home COVID tests per household.
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Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Judge ending conservatorship between Michael Oher and Memphis couple
Judge Kathleen Gomes said she is terminating the agreement reached in 2004 that allowed Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy to control Michael Oher's finances.
End of an era: Last Netflix DVDs being mailed out Friday
The once-iconic DVD-by-mail service obliterated Blockbuster video stores and provided a springboard into video streaming that's transformed entertainment.
Jersey City movie theater closed due to rat infestation
City officials said they closed the movie theater at the Newport Centre mall after rats were reportedly spotted getting in through several openings.
Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
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Carlos Rodon gets shelled in first inning, Royals beat up Yankees
The veteran lefty allowed eight earned runs and didn't record an out in Friday's 12-5 loss.
Judge ending conservatorship between Michael Oher and Memphis couple
Judge Kathleen Gomes said she is terminating the agreement reached in 2004 that allowed Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy to control Michael Oher's finances.
Marlins rally in 9th to take lead over Mets before rain forces suspension
The Miami Marlins were foiled by the weather in New York City once again.
Blue Jays beat Yankees for key win in AL Wild Card race
Chris Bassitt reached 200 innings for the first time, Brandon Belt hit a three-run homer and the Blue Jays moved one step closer to a wild-card berth by beating the Yankees 6-0 on Thursday night.
Yankees' Gerrit Cole bolsters case for Cy Young Award, blanks Blue Jays
The veteran right-hander pitched a 2-hitter and Aaron Judge homered twice in a 6-0 win Wednesday.
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Riverdale dentists' office floods for second time this month
The dentists believe New York City isn't taking the time to properly investigate their recent recurring flood problem.
Inwood alternative high school adapts to asylum seeking students
Teens seeking asylum have found a new home environment at the High School for Excellence and Innovation.
School librarian shortage hitting New York City
Studies show students tend to perform better academically with a certified librarian in school.
New York City's first sustainable playground designed by kids opens
Twenty sustainable playgrounds will be built across the five boroughs by 2027, each unique to its neighborhood.
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.
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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.
Inside the Gilgo Beach murders investigation
A suspect has been charged in connection with a long-unsolved string of killings known as the Gilgo Beach murders.
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Congress running out of time to avert government shutdown
If lawmakers don't reach a deal, federal agencies will close and critical employees will be asked to work without pay.
First Alert Weather: Saturday morning update - 9/30/23
Craig Allen has the Tri-State Area's latest First Alert Forecast on CBS2 News This Morning.
Hochul, MTA addressing response to record rain that upended service
Nearly every subway line was at least partially suspended, rerouted or running with delays. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
First Alert Weather: Clearing on Saturday and then gorgeous conditions for days
CBS New York's Lonnie Quinn has your extended forecast.
Water still a problem in low-lying areas of Hoboken
CBS New York's Vanessa Murdock has the latest on the conditions in northern New Jersey.
