N.J. lawmakers to vote on bill limiting box sizes
The bill could fine retailers if they use shipping boxes that are more than twice the size of the item being shipped.
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Attempt to form second Amazon union on Staten Island fails
According to the National Labor Relations Board, about 62 percent of workers voted against unionizing.
Union vote held at second Amazon warehouse on Staten Island
Workers at the LDJ5 sorting center are weighing whether to join the Amazon Labor Union.
Amazon union vote set for another Staten Island warehouse
Earlier this month, Amazon's largest union ever was formed at a different warehouse on the grounds.
Amazon workers to vote on another union
The workers will vote on whether or no to form another union at the Staten Island fulfillment center.
Sen. Sanders, AOC visit Staten Island Amazon facility ahead of union vote
CBS2's Ali Bauman reports.
Christian Smalls reflects on forming Amazon's first union
The 33-year-old is fighting the fight for all workers, but he's also making history by igniting a labor movement.
CBS2 talks to confident leader of Amazon's first union
CBS2's Thalia Perez has more on Christian Small's quest.
Starbucks workers in Chelsea vote to unionize
It's now the first flagship store to unionize with Starbucks Workers United.
Staten Island workers form first union in Amazon's history
For the first time, Amazon has a union, and Staten Island workers are the ones who sealed the deal; CBS2's Aundrea Cline-Thomas reports.
Workers on Staten Island vote to form first-in-the-nation Amazon union
Warehouse workers cast 2,654 votes in favor of a union.
Best Ikea alternatives at Amazon
The Ikea Billy, Kallax and more are sold out in some colors online, but we found great alternatives on Amazon.
Amazon Agrees To Cover All Of Victim's Costs In Hit-And-Run In Far Rockaway Involving One Of Its Vans
The incident from October in Far Rockaway was captured on surveillance video.
Amazon Web Services Outage Spells Trouble For MTA App Users, Among Others
If you had trouble getting to your favorite websites or apps Tuesday, you were not alone.
Amazon Web Services Reports Major Outage; Netflix, Venmo, Instacart Among Many Affected Sites
Amazon Web Services suffered a major outage Tuesday, the company said, limiting service at many key and popular sites.
Queens Woman Suing Amazon After Van Crashed Into Her Car, Driver Took Off
A Queens woman is suing Amazon after she says one of the company's vans hit her car and sped away. The incident was caught on surveillance video.
Amazon Targeted In Anti-Black Friday Protests In New York City And Around The World
While many people shopped Friday, anti-Black Friday groups took to the streets as part of a global day of action.
The Ultimate Guide To Black Friday 2021
We've found Black Friday 2021 deals on Apple, Samsung, Michael Kors, Keurig, OMG Surprise! and more, available now
Amazon Worker Struck And Killed By Car Near Staten Island Warehouse
The 19-year-old driver stayed on the scene and has not been charged.
Early Black Friday Deals On The Hottest Toys And Toy Brands Of 2021
We looked for sales on LOL Surprise!, Lego and Little Dumpling toys so you don't have to
Supply Chain Shortages: 10 Things You May Have Trouble Finding In The 2021 Holiday Season
iPhone 13s, gaming consoles, Christmas lights and turkeys have all been caught up in the global snarl.
Alexa, What's The Deal With The New Line Of Amazon Fire TVs?
Amazon announced their new line of TVs: the Fire TV 4-Series and Fire TV Omni Series.
'Employees Have The Advantage'; Companies Offering Big Incentives As They Struggle To Fill Seasonal Jobs
While companies are struggling to hire temporary help for the holidays, some major retailers are offering huge benefits to attract seasonal workers.
Suspect Arrested After Carjacking Amazon Delivery Van, Leading Police On Wild Chase Through Paterson, N.J.
The suspect eventually collided with an NJ Transit bus and the Amazon van became stuck on railroad tracks.
Here Are The Hottest Toys Of The 2021 Holiday Season, According To Amazon
Start your Christmas shopping now, before Amazon's picks for the best toys of 2021 sell out
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Highland Park mass shooting suspect in custody, charges likely today, mayor says
Robert "Bobby" E. Crimo III, the "person of interest" in the deadly Highland Park July 4th mass shooting is now in police custody. Highland Park mayor Nancy Rotering said charges are likely to be filed later Tuesday.
Bystander killed in the Bronx among 18 shooting victims overnight
Investigators said 62-year-old John Edwards was in the wrong place at the wrong time.
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.
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.
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.
Mass marks 5 years since Det. Miosotis Familia's line of duty death
Familia was killed in the line of duty in 2017 when she was ambushed while sitting in a mobile command unit in the Bronx.
Gov. Hochul to sign bill aimed at curbing greenhouse gas
The legislation includes measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and to create green jobs in the state.
"My wife is struggling and we have to help her": Brittney Griner's wife on WNBA star's detention
In a handwritten letter from Brittney Griner that was delivered to the White House, Griner wrote about how terrified she is.
Suspect in custody after 6 killed, dozens wounded in mass shooting at Highland Park July 4th parade
Robert "Bobby" Crimo III was arrested after a police chase from North Chicago to Lake Forest. Charges are pending.
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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.
Bystander killed in the Bronx among 18 shooting victims overnight
Investigators said 62-year-old John Edwards was in the wrong place at the wrong time.
Mass marks 5 years since Det. Miosotis Familia's line of duty death
Familia was killed in the line of duty in 2017 when she was ambushed while sitting in a mobile command unit in the Bronx.
Gov. Hochul to sign bill aimed at curbing greenhouse gas
The legislation includes measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and to create green jobs in the state.
2 dead, 1 wounded after Brooklyn deli shooting
The NYPD responded to 11 shootings overnight, with 18 people shot and three killed.
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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.
Air travel issues plague July 4 weekend plans
Flight demand is returning to near pre-pandemic levels, according to the experts.
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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.
Tri-State leaders echo calls to end gun violence after IL mass shooting
The massacre during a Fourth of July parade in a northern suburb of Chicago was the 309th mass shooting this year in America.
Jersey City hosts New Jersey's biggest 4th of July celebration
Tens of thousands lined the waterfront for big-name acts, followed by fireworks.
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.
Police: Suspect arrested in Newark drive-by shooting
Mayor Ras Baraka said the suspect arrived in Newark in a stolen BMW, then switched to another stolen vehicle that was used in the shooting.
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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.
Nassau County steps up shark patrols for July 4th weekend
The Marine Bureau, helicopters and other resources will be on the lookout for sharks.
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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.
Gov. Hochul signs new gun laws passed by N.Y. legislature
The governor says the new law that will severely limit the places New Yorkers can carry weapons.
N.J. gov. signs bills protecting reproductive health rights
One bill provides confidential care to out-of-state residents coming to the state.
Gov. Phil Murphy approves largest budget in N.J. history
Murphy says this budget makes New Jersey more affordable.
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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.
Jacobi Medical Center working on initiatives to combat gun violence
Since the spring of 2020, Jacobi has seen an increase of 181 percent when it comes to gunshot victims.
Some NYC mobile COVID test units will now offer Paxlovid
The program have the capacity to perform 6,000 tests and dispense 600 treatments a day.
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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.
Rapper Dupré Kelly joins Newark City Council
Kelly is the first platinum-selling hip-hop artist in the United States to be elected to office.
Broadway's mask mandate comes to an end, for now
Masks will no longer be required at most Broadway shows.
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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.
Aaron Long's goal in 53rd minute stands, Red Bulls top KC
Eastern Conference leaders won 1-0 on Sunday despite playing the final 20 minutes a man down.
Castellanos scores twice, but Atlanta rallies late to tie NYCFC
Dom Dwyer netted the equalizer in the 86th minute as the teams settled for a 2-2 draw on Sunday.
Guardians silence vaunted Yankees' bats, avoid sweep
Triston McKenzie shut down New York's big-bashing lineup over seven superb innings in Cleveland's 2-0 win Sunday.
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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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Gov. Phil Murphy signs gun safety package
Gov. Phil Murphy signs package of gun safety measures into law in New Jersey.
First Alert Weather: Rain chances tonight
CBS2's Elise Finch has the latest weather forecast.
Alternate side parking back to moving twice a week
The pandemic perk of only moving your car once a week is no more. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
Gov. Murphy signs gun safety package into law
The measures come in response to the latest mass shootings in Buffalo and Uvalde, Texas. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has more on what's in them and reaction.
Innocent bystander killed in Bronx shooting
Police say the 62-year-old was struck in the chest when someone opened fire from a car.
