Many on Long Island hail SCOTUS gun-carry law decision as big victory
They say New York's rule was arbitrary, adding the more people carrying guns to protect themselves, the safer we'll all be.
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NYC woman carjacked by suspects who asked her for directions on Long Island
It's seemingly an escalation of an already dangerous trend. Nassau County has seen a huge spike in car thefts this year.
Long Island lawmakers: Saving troubled NUMC is top priority
The hospital has $1 billion in liabilities, huge annual deficits, arrests for internal embezzlement, and poor ratings.
Parents of teen killed in Glen Cove Road crash join push for safety improvements
The stretch of Glen Cove Road in Old Westbury doesn't have lights or a median.
Nassau leader Bruce Blakeman: Please donate long guns to Ukraine
County executive purchases $3,000 rifle to send, says, "We could get a million guns to the people of Ukraine."
Long Island students shed their masks for first time in years
New York's statewide school mandate is officially over, meaning local school officials will now set masking policies.
Long Island parents looking forward to end of New York's school mask mandate
Parents said they want no bullying and support for their children regardless of their decision when masks become optional.
Nassau County parents looking forward to end of school mask mandate
Mandatory masking in New York schools ends Wednesday. CBS2's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Officials want Long Island mansion used by Russian diplomats shut down
Russian diplomats use the Killenworth Mansion in Glen Cove as a holiday retreat.
Nassau County Republicans want Killenworth Mansion shut down
Nassau County Republicans are calling on the Biden administration to shut down a Long Island mansion with ties to Russia.
Long Islanders Worry Zoning Changes Could Eliminate Single-Family Neighborhoods
Gov. Kathy Hochul's budget proposal could lead to zoning changes.
Appeals Judge Leaves N.Y. Mask Mandate In Place, For Now
The battle over New York's mask mandate has taken several turns over the last several hours.
New York State Supreme Court Strikes Down Gov. Kathy Hochul's Mask Mandate
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation's leading infectious disease expert, said Monday that Omicron variant infections in the U.S. could peak by mid-February.
Standoff In Nassau Between County Executive Blakeman And Gov. Hochul Over Masks In Schools Continues
As COVID-19 cases in our region begin to plateau and decline, controversy is rising on Long Island, where demonstrators who want no mask or vaccine mandates have been rallying for choice.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman Says Bail Reform Is Leading To Uptick In Violent Crime
Nassau's police commissioner has been directed to disclose in daily reports the pending criminal case data and bail status of those re-arrested.
Nassau County's Republican Majority Calls On Albany To Repeal Cashless Bail Law
Nassau's Republican-controlled legislature and County Executive Bruce Blakeman were sworn into office Monday afternoon on the coattails of bail reform.
Snow Piles Up On Long Island, With 9" In Syosset And 8" In East Williston
There were 88 crashes in Suffolk and 50 in Nassau.
New Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman Makes More Waves, Signs Order Giving Public Schools Mask Mandate Option
Blakeman signed three controversial executive orders that rule out a mask mandate for public school children, county workers, and indoor places or businesses.
Long Island Grapples With Impact Of The Highest COVID-19 Infection Rates In The State
The current COVID positivity rate across the state is 22.5%. In New York City, it is 21.4%. In the northern suburbs, which the state refers to as the mid-Hudson regions, it's 24.4%. On Long Island, the positivity rate is among the highest in the state, at 27.3%.
Bruce Blakeman Sworn In As Nassau County Executive, Draws Ire For Ceremony Not Requiring Masks Or Proof Of Vaccination
There was an official change in leadership Monday for Nassau County's 1.4 million residents.
Outgoing Nassau County Executive Laura Curran: 'I'm Confident We Left This Place A Heck Of A Lot Better Than We Found It'
In a county where registered Democrats outnumber Republicans by 100,000, incumbent Laura Curran lost her bid for re-election as Nassau County executive.
Incoming Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman Says He Will Not Enforce State Mask Mandate
Blakeman joins county executives in Dutchess, Putnam and Rockland who are also saying no to enforcing the mandate.
Democrat Laura Curran Concedes Nassau County Executive Race To Republican Challenger Bruce Blakeman
Unofficial results show Blakeman came out on top by some 2,100 votes.
Political Expert Calls GOP's Stunning Success On Long Island, Especially In Nassau County, A 'Red Tsunami'
It was a bumpy Election on Long Island for Democrats. Some are calling the red wave a bloodbath.
Nassau County Executive Race Neck And Neck; Donnelly Claims Victory In DA Race
Voters on Long Island say taxes, truthfulness, and public safety are important issues to them.
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Person of interest taken into custody deadly mass shooting at Highland Park 4th of July parade
Authorities say at least six people were killed and 30 were injured when gunfire erupted in the suburb north of Chicago.
Macy's 4th of July fireworks dazzle skies and spectators
Patriotism was on full display as people packed the piers and sidewalks of Long Island City to get as close to the action as possible.
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.
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.
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.
Full alternate side parking schedule resumes July 5
Get ready to move your car twice a week again.
More than a dozen Connecticut state parks reach capacity
People packed state parks across the Tri-State Area to celebrate the Fourth of July.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
Full alternate side parking schedule resumes July 5
Get ready to move your car twice a week again.
More than a dozen Connecticut state parks reach capacity
People packed state parks across the Tri-State Area to celebrate the Fourth of July.
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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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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.
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.
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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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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.
Ketanji Brown Jackson officially becomes first Black woman on Supreme Court
"On behalf of all of the members of the court, I am pleased to welcome Justice Jackson to the court and to our common calling," Chief Justice John Roberts said.
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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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First Alert Weather: Nice streak coming to close
CBS2's Vanessa Murdock has the latest weather forecast.
Jersey City comes alive with dancing and fireworks this 4th of July
New Jersey's biggest Fourth of July celebration was held Monday in downtown Jersey City. CBS2's Kevin Rincon reports.
Spectators take in Macy's 4th of July fireworks over East River
The Macy's Fourth of July fireworks display lit up the night sky over New York City, and the eyes of those watching. CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis has all the action from Long Island City, Queens.
Gov. Murphy vows to sign gun control bills into law
The governor responded to Monday's mass shooting at a Fourth of July parade in Illinois with a tweet about Tuesday's bill signing.
Grandfather visiting from Mexico among those killed in Highland Park shooting
We're learning more about the six people shot and killed during a Fourth of July parade in a suburb north of Chicago.
