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As the WNBA star's lawyers appeal her 9-year jail sentence, a Russian official has confirmed ongoing talks with the U.S. about a potential prisoner swap.
It comes as the U.S. continues to try to negotiate a prisoner swap for her safe return.
The police report says Shumpert told officers the bag contained marijuana and asked if he could make his flight.
The NYPD says it will still test cops, but the FDNY will not unless for cause.
The American basketball star said she packed in a rush and admitted cannabis cartridges accidentally ended up in her bags. CBS News' Trinity Chavez reports.
The latest hearing yielded no real information on the strategy adopted by the WNBA star's legal team, but a U.S. diplomat says she's doing "as well as can be expected."
The New York Cannabis Control Board approved regulations it says will help protect public health and reduce waste.
New York has taken another step in deciding how legalized, adult-use marijuana will be packaged and marketed in the state.
The New York State Cannabis Control Board is considering several proposed safety regulations for legalized marijuana.
CBS2's John Dias has all the excitement, including a visit from the governor.
Cannabis may be legal, but that doesn't mean you can partake at work. Employers can prohibit it and require a drug test.
The New York State Cannabis Control Board is holding a public hearing today.
Seventeen months after New Jersey voted to legalize recreational pot, the state's long awaited marketplace finally got the green light.
Authorities say a student at the Patricia DiChiaro Elementary School thought it was chocolate and shared it with two friends on Tuesday.
Police indicate no charges will be filed after the three elementary school students were taken to the hospital.
New Yorkers voted to legalize adult use marijuana a year ago, and it'll likely be another year before fully licensed dispensaries are up and running. CBS2's Kevin Rincon reports.
The Office of Cannabis Management will launch the campaign this morning at 11 a.m.
The state's cannabis regulatory commission is meeting today.
Since marijuana was legalized last year, unlicensed vendors have opened for business. Now the state is saying "not so fast" by sending dozens of cease and desist letters to operators.
A new study has found that certain cannabis extracts may actually stop the coronavirus from infecting human cells.
Various versions of medical and recreational marijuana are now legalized in all but seven states. That has led to much more research into the health effects of cannabis.
Police say the child had been trick-or-treating in the Ocean Acres area of town.
The concern is the illegal products come in deceptively designed bags that appear as popular foods and candy.
On the business side, many of the regulations will favor local New Jersey residents with diverse backgrounds applying to operate cannabis businesses.
Mayor Bill de Blasio and city health officials said Tuesday, safe storage is key.
From arrested, to released, to in custody again. Bui Van Phu, 55, was originally facing attempted murder charges in the attack on Jesus Cortes last Friday. The shocking incident was caught on video.
New York City leaders have been urging the Texas governor to stop busing migrants. But as the school year approaches, the city has a plan for the children.
It's the final weekend of the primary campaign in a closely-watched battle for New York's redrawn 12th Congressional District.
This is Massapequa's first time going to the Little League World Series in their 72-year history.
A New Jersey family wants Teddy, their French bulldog, back after he was stolen on a walk, according to police.
"We wouldn't be here 90 years if we didn't do the right thing by the people," owner Joe Rocco told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Baraka will take the lead marching through each ward with hopes of ending violence in Newark and around the country.
Dogs get to frolic in the sand, jump from pool to pool and drink from a sprinkler.
According to police, two men were riding an ATV when it crashed into a semi-truck.
Friday morning, he was picked up by the state Department of Corrections and taken back into custody after the governor stepped in.
"We wouldn't be here 90 years if we didn't do the right thing by the people," owner Joe Rocco told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
It's the final weekend of the primary campaign in a closely-watched battle for New York's redrawn 12th Congressional District.
According to police, two men were riding an ATV when it crashed into a semi-truck.
Anthony Nelson, a subway cleaner, jumped into action after seeing the suspect, Alexander Wright, allegedly harassing passengers.
Tens of millions of dollars are heading to the Tri-State Area for rail improvements.
The waning moon and light pollution could affect visibility.
CareerConneCT is a network of 19 job training programs meant to help some of the state's 67,000 unemployed workers.
Workers can receive up to $1,000 from the Premium Pay Program.
The services were launched in the wake of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
A New Jersey family wants Teddy, their French bulldog, back after he was stolen on a walk, according to police.
Baraka will take the lead marching through each ward with hopes of ending violence in Newark and around the country.
Dogs get to frolic in the sand, jump from pool to pool and drink from a sprinkler.
The waning moon and light pollution could affect visibility.
It's not just motorists. So far this year, 103 pedestrians have been killed in New Jersey.
This is Massapequa's first time going to the Little League World Series in their 72-year history.
A driver and three passengers were rescued after a vehicle crashed, overturned and caught fire in Dix Hills.
The Massapequa Coast from Long Island will take on a team from Hawaii on Friday.
The discovery has promoted an investigation by the DEC and the Suffolk Parks Department.
The Massapequa Coast will play in the Little League World Series on Friday night.
It's the final weekend of the primary campaign in a closely-watched battle for New York's redrawn 12th Congressional District.
New York City leaders have been urging the Texas governor to stop busing migrants. But as the school year approaches, the city has a plan for the children.
Prosecutors revealed the investigation into Trump's handling of classified documents is "in its very early stages."
Weisselberg's deal with prosecutors calls for a sentence of five months in New York's Rikers Island jail, followed by five years' probation.
The LIV tournament that played in Bedminster in July was backed by Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund.
According to the survey, 21% of New Yorkers experiencing food insecurity say they delay or skip medical care.
Cases are up over 30% from just a week ago.
The Biden administration's monkeypox response coordinator said 1.8 million more doses will be available for jurisdictions next week.
Masks are not required at indoor events, but attendees will need proof of vaccination or a negative PCR test.
The statewide #VaxToSchool campaign aims to increase COVID-19 vaccination rates among school-aged children.
It was the first United States stop for the newly formed group made up of talented musicians.
You'll find your favorite football and basketball teams on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
Grossinger's was once among the most storied and glamorous hotels in New York's Catskills.
Knowles says her score will be performed by the New York City Ballet orchestra and choreographed by Gianna Reisen.
The festival runs Nov. 7-13 at various locations in all five boroughs, plus one show at UBS Arena in Nassau County.
This is Massapequa's first time going to the Little League World Series in their 72-year history.
New York lost for the 13th time in 17 games.
New York had won 17 of 20 before getting cooled off in Atlanta.
You'll find your favorite football and basketball teams on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
The Massapequa Coast from Long Island will take on a team from Hawaii on Friday.
"We wouldn't be here 90 years if we didn't do the right thing by the people," owner Joe Rocco told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"Our store is pretty much like a dinosaur," co-owner Anthony Pierdipino told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"It's really traditional, old-school Bavarian," co-owner Werner Lehner told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"We want the common plants, but we really love the uncommon plants," co-owner Christan Summers told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"It makes me feel good when the people go out and they feel confident in what they're wearing," owner Pablo Vargas told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Beloved singer, songwriter and actress Olivia Newton-John died Monday morning at 73.
Ivana Trump passed away in her New York home at age 73.
Thousands came out for the 2022 New York City Pride March through Manhattan on Sunday.
Juneteenth celebrations took place across New York City on June 19.
The famous Mermaid Parade returned to Coney Island on Saturday for its 40th anniversary.
We continue to celebrate National Black Business Month, and one Brooklyn entrepreneur found a unique way to highlight his Caribbean ancestry. CBS2's Hannah Kliger went to Monmouth County, New Jersey, to bring us the story of his second chance at life.
John Elliott has the Tri-State Area's updated First Alert forecast on CBS2 News at Noon.
If you have an Apple device, make sure it's updated.
Investigators said the child was walking his dog when four men pulled up in a white Jeep and grabbed the pet.
It's the final weekend of campaigning in the closely-watched battle for New York's redrawn 12th Congressional District, CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado reports.