Queens dance-a-thon for 4-year-old with cancer
Children at Saint Stanislaus Kostka Catholic Academy in Maspeth kicked up their heels at a Disney-themed dance-a-thon for a fellow classmate.
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Investigation: No link between brain tumors and Colonia High School
The finding flies in the face of dozens of people who claim they got tumors after attending the school.
Investigation finds no link between brain tumors and Colonia High School
Investigators looking into a cancer scare in Woodbridge said they found no links to brain tumors at Colonia High School. But not everyone is satisfied with the results, CBS2's Kevin Rincon reports.
Star power expected for "Dance Against Cancer" at Lincoln Center
The event brings major dance stars together to fundraise for the American Cancer Society.
"Melanoma Monday" emphasizes importance of healthy sun habits
The first Monday in May is known as Melanoma Monday, and it kicks off Melanoma Awareness Month.
Lustgarten Foundation awards $5M grant for cancer research
The Lustgarten Foundation is the world's largest private funder of pancreatic cancer research.
Islanders great Mike Bossy dies at 65
The Hockey Hall of Famer and four-time Stanley Cup champ succumbed to his battle with lung cancer.
Hundreds to gather Sunday for Lustgarten Foundation Pancreatic Research Walk
It's that time of year when folks gather to raise awareness and money for causes important to them.
How new technologies help Lustgarten Foundation learn more about pancreatic cancer
To continue increasing survival rates, the foundation focuses on prevention, early detection and treatment.
New technologies help Lustgarten Foundation learn more about pancreatic cancer
More than 20 years ago, the Lustgarten Foundation was started to learn more about fighting pancreatic cancer. With 100% of every dollar raised dedicated to the cause, incredible progress can be touted. CBS2's Vanessa Murdock reports.
Early detection can make all the difference with pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer continues to have the highest mortality rate of all major cancers, with a five year survival rate of around 10%.
CBS2 visits Lustgarten Foundation pancreatic cancer research lab
All donations are funneled into research. Some of the money helps fund the organoid facility in the Tuveson Lab.
Resident: Dozens of cases of rare brain tumor linked to N.J. high school
Al Lupiano started researching a connection when he and others family members were diagnosed as well.
Little Ukrainian boy to get life-saving cancer treatments in New York City
CBS2's Thalia Perez has the story.
Madeleine Albright, first woman to serve as secretary of state, dies at 84
In a statement, Bill and Hillary Clinton called Albright "an extraordinary human being."
Join us April 10 for the Lustgarten Pancreatic Cancer Research Walk
Walk with us for pancreatic cancer research on April 10th, and help us transform this illness into a curable disease.
Singer Traci Braxton of "Braxton Family Values" dies at 50
Traci Braxton had been fighting esophageal cancer, according to reports.
Biden offers "Unity Agenda" for the U.S.
President Biden offered a "Unity Agenda" during his State of the Union address, highlighting issues that cross partisan lines such as supporting mental health, helping veterans, beating the opioid epidemic and developing cures for cancer. Watch that portion of his remarks here.
New Study Says COVID-19 Vaccines Are Safe For Cancer Patients Receiving Chemotherapy, Radiation, And Immunotherapy
The mRNA COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna have proved remarkably effective at providing protection from the coronavirus.
Tennis Legend Chris Evert Reveals Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis
The tennis legend lost her youngest sister to the disease nearly two years ago.
New Report Shows Lung Cancer Is Being Detected Earlier And Patients Are Living Longer
The war on cancer is now 50 years old and a new report from the American Cancer Society shows major progress against lung cancer, the leading cause of cancer death in the U.S.
'Medicine And Joy'; Dancer Olivia Hutcherson Inspires Students With Her Optimism After Breast Cancer Diagnosis
The stage might be a little smaller now, but Olivia Hutcherson knows it's exactly where she's meant to be.
Designer Virgil Abloh Dies Of Rare Cancer At 41
Abloh founded Off-White and was the artistic director for Louis Vuitton.
Lung Cancer Survivors On Long Island Rave About Immunotherapy, Which Doctors Say Is Akin To A Cure For Some
There was an inspiring gathering Monday on Long Island. Survivors of lung cancer celebrated life.
Doctors Rolling Out Experimental Blood Test That May Be Able To Detect Over 50 Types Of Cancer
The American Cancer Society says 71% of cancer deaths come from types of cancer that have no recommended screening test.
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6 killed, dozens wounded in mass shooting at Highland Park 4th of July parade
Robert "Bobby" Crimo III was arrested after a police chase from North Chicago to Lake Forest. Charges are pending.
Gov. Murphy set to sign package of gun safety bills
The signing comes after the Supreme Court ruling that is said to lead more Americans to carry guns.
Alternate side parking returns to pre-pandemic rules
Get ready to move your car twice a week again.
First Alert Weather: CBS2's 7/5 Tuesday forecast
We'll see increasing clouds today with scattered showers this afternoon and a few thunderstorms late this afternoon into the evening.
2 dead, 1 wounded after Brooklyn deli shooting
The NYPD responded to 11 shootings overnight, with 18 people shot and three killed.
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.
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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2 dead, 1 wounded after Brooklyn deli shooting
The NYPD responded to 11 shootings overnight, with 18 people shot and three killed.
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.
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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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Gov. Murphy set to sign package of gun safety bills
The signing comes after the Supreme Court ruling that is said to lead more Americans to carry guns.
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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Gov. Murphy set to sign package of gun safety bills
The signing comes after the Supreme Court ruling that is said to lead more Americans to carry guns.
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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2 killed, 1 hurt in Brooklyn deli shooting
Police say they responded to 11 shootings overnight with 18 victims.
Alternate side parking returns to pre-pandemic rules
With hear from New York City Department of Sanitation Commissioner Jessica Tisch about the changes.
Hochul to sign greenhouse gas bill
The legislation includes measure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and to create green jobs in the state.
First Alert Weather: More clouds move in
CBS2's Elise Finch has the latest weather forecast.
Memorial mass in honor of NYPD Det. Familia
Tuesday's mass will mark five years since the detective and mother was killed in the line of duty.
