Nassau County lawsuit defending ban on transgender athletes tossed out
A judge has tossed out a lawsuit from Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman over his decision to ban transgender athletes from playing at county-owned facilities.
A judge has tossed out a lawsuit from Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman over his decision to ban transgender athletes from playing at county-owned facilities.
A federal judge has tossed out a lawsuit from Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman who had been looking to stop a challenge from New York Attorney General Letitia James over his decision to ban transgender women from playing sports at county-owned facilities.
We speak with Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman about the damage from Wednesday's soaking rain and high winds.
Citizens with gun licenses can apply to become provisional special deputies.
Players in Long Island's first flat track roller derby league are preparing for the upcoming season, but it could be in jeopardy because of Nassau County's ban on transgender athletes.
The Roller Rebels, a Long Island roller derby league, is at the center of a lawsuit that claims Nassau County's transgender athlete ban violates New York's anti-discrimination laws. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Jenner, who won the 1976 Olympic men's decathlon before coming out as transgender, said the future of sports is at stake.
Jenner, who won the 1976 Olympic men's decathlon before coming out as transgender, said the future of sports is at stake. CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman signed the ban on transgender girls and women at county-run facilities in February.
Bruce Blakeman's move comes not long after State Attorney General Letitia James demanded he rescind the ban.
Bruce Blakeman's order specifically requires any sports teams, leagues, programs or organizations seeking a permit to expressly designate whether they are male, female or co-ed based on their members' biological sex at birth. CBS New York's Mary Calvi reports.
NUMC, a safety-net hospital serving the uninsured and underinsured, is weeks away from running out of money to pay its staff.
AG Letitia James called the order issued by Nassau County Exec. Bruce Blakeman "transphobic and blatantly illegal."
New York Attorney General Letitia James is demanding Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman rescind his order banning transgender athletes from competing in female sports.
Gov. Kathy Hochul says the county executive is trying to score "cheap political points" with the executive order. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
County Executive Bruce Blakeman says the move will protect the integrity of women's sports.
New York's attorney general is condemning an executive order now in effect on Long Island. Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman signed the order banning transgender athletes from competing at county-run athletic facilities. As CBS New York's Lori Bordonaro reports critics call the ban transphobic while supporters say it's fair. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3T63YZQ
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman Thursday signed an executive order banning transgender athletes from competing in girls and women's sports at county facilities. CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
The new task force, formed by the Long Island counties will target high-end car thefts and home break-ins
A group representing "Say No to the Casino" claims "misguided retribution."
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman told CBS New York crews also continue to treat the roads there as temperatures drops.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman shared an update with us shortly after high tide flooded the South Shore.
With THC products legal to buy in New York, there's concern they'll unknowingly end up in trick-or-treat bags.
With THC products legal to buy in New York, there's concern they'll unknowingly end up in trick-or-treat bags. CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
It includes holding a hearing to identify the county's infrastructure needs, finding and fixing roadway drainage issues, and updating the emergency alert system. CBS New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
Former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York continues after several days of testimony from Stormy Daniels.
The Pacers hope to bounce back tonight as they face the Knicks for Game 3 of the teams' NBA Playoffs series
A plastic surgeon from Long Island recently returned from a medical mission in Gaza and says the experience changed him forever.
It will be cool with rain around the area in the morning. Rain and drizzle will linger during the remainder of the day.
The sunspot responsible for the odd series of strong solar flares is so big you can see it with your own eyes from Earth.
It will be cool with rain around the area in the morning. Rain and drizzle will linger during the remainder of the day.
Columbia University began its graduation ceremonies Friday. The university decided to cancel its main commencement after weeks of pro-Palestinian protests and turmoil on campus.
Accompanying cooler temperatures will be multiple chances of rain through Sunday.
For years, CBS New York has covered the issue of people from New York and beyond having alleged stalkers place GPS devices in their cars, but with newer cars, tracking software is often built into the vehicle.
Advocates are calling on New York City to reverse a multimillion dollar budget cut to the Crime Victim Assistance Program (CVAP), which helps survivors of crimes like domestic abuse and gun violence.
It will be cool with rain around the area in the morning. Rain and drizzle will linger during the remainder of the day.
Accompanying cooler temperatures will be multiple chances of rain through Sunday.
Traffic was flowing on I-95 in Norwalk Monday after being shut down in both directions due to a fiery tractor-trailer crash last week.
I-95 fully reopened in both directions Sunday in Norwalk, Connecticut, days after a tanker truck caught fire and badly damaged a bridge.
Northbound lanes of I-95 have reopened in Norwalk, Connecticut after crews demolished a bridge that was damaged in a tanker truck fire.
It will be cool with rain around the area in the morning. Rain and drizzle will linger during the remainder of the day.
Accompanying cooler temperatures will be multiple chances of rain through Sunday.
A New Jersey fire chief who allegedly dumped a bucket of rocks, mud and gravel onto a rare 1995 Nissan Nismo 270R has been criminally charged.
Rutgers University President Jonathan Holloway faced questions from New Jersey lawmakers at a state budget hearing Thursday regarding pro-Palestinian protests on campus.
Jewish students and leaders are not happy with Rutgers University's agreement with pro-Palestinian protesters.
A plastic surgeon from Long Island recently returned from a medical mission in Gaza and says the experience changed him forever.
It will be cool with rain around the area in the morning. Rain and drizzle will linger during the remainder of the day.
An instructor at Nassau County's Fire Service Academy was badly burned during a training exercise Thursday.
An accused international jewelry thief was arrested in New York City after he was allegedly caught on video pocketing a $17,000 watch inside a Long Island store.
The land in East Farmingdale, near Republic Airport, has been vacant since the 1990s.
Former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York continues after several days of testimony from Stormy Daniels.
The bill stalled earlier this week after senators from Virginia and Maryland objected to a provision that would allow an additional 10 flights a day to and from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Stormy Daniels gave defiant testimony Thursday as the defense accused her of fabricating details of the alleged sexual encounter between her and former President Donald Trump.
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed Sammy's Law Thursday, which grants New York City the authority to lower the citywide speed limit from 25 MPH to 20 MPH.
Nearly two dozen faculty members at The New School put up tents in the Greenwich Village school's lobby on Wednesday.
Kyle McMorrow was just 36 years old when he suffered a stroke last year. He woke up with neck pain one day, not realizing what was happening.
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
Hormel Foods says potentially contaminated products were shipped to Publix and Dollar Tree distribution warehouses.
A New Jersey teenager says making music helps bring him to a better place as he fights cancer.
Dutch medical device maker Philips says it's reached a $1.1 billion deal in the United States to settle lawsuits over faulty sleep machines in a case that's rocked the company.
UmaSofia Srivastava resigned as Miss Teen USA on Wednesday, just two days after Noelia Voigt stepped down as Miss USA.
Livestreamer Kai Cenat will not be prosecuted in connection to the riot that broke out after he promoted a meet-and-greet and giveaway in Union Square last year.
The 2024 Met Gala saw hundreds of celebrities looking their best on fashion's biggest night.
The stars came out for the the 2024 Met Gala in New York City. See some of the most eye-catching outfits of the night.
'Bob Hearts Abishola', the acclaimed comedy, is signing off after its fifth season on CBS.
Artemi Panarin redirected a pass between his legs at the crease to beat Pyotr Kotchetkov just 1:43 into overtime and the New York Rangers beat the Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 on Thursday night to take a 3-0 lead in the second-round playoff series.
Yordan Alvarez and Jon Singleton each hit long homers in the first inning for the Houston Astros who beat the New York Yankees 4-3 to avoid being swept in the season series.
StubHub says the Knicks and Rangers are headlining the best-selling series in the NBA and NHL Playoff second rounds.
Jalen Brunson returned from a right foot injury to score 24 of his 29 points in the second half, leading the New York Knicks to a 130-121 victory over the Indiana Pacers for a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Juan Soto homered and drove in five runs, Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton also went deep and the New York Yankees beat the Houston Astros 9-4.
A new piece of legislation passed in the New York State Budget clarifies the distinction between squatters and tenants.
Walks in the park just got a lot brighter thanks to Harlem Sculpture Gardens, the largest outdoor public art exhibit ever in the neighborhood.
Riverdale resident Leo Shliselberg says despite the hardships he's experienced in life, the best medicine is laughter.
A Brooklyn firefighter is hailed a hero after officials say he rescued a man out of a burning car in front of his family.
Millions of stamps designed by Brooklyn artist, Kim Parker, are decorating postage envelopes nationwide.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
After another dramatic week at the trial of former President Donald Trump, Hofstra Law Professor James Sample joins CBS News New York to discuss the latest developments.
Mother's Day is also looking like it will be rainy. CBS New York's Tony Sadiku has a look at the First Alert Weather forecast.
The search is on for a driver who took off after killing a Brooklyn woman and critically injuring another in a hit-and-run crash Thursday. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Cornell University president Martha E. Pollack will step down at the end of June, she announced Thursday.
This year, Columbia will not be holding the planned main ceremony on the South Lawn of the Morningside Heights campus. Dozens of smaller ceremonies will be held instead. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.