Rally for universal child care
City Council members and child care advocates will rally outside City Hall for new legislation.
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President Biden Pitches Proposed Investments In Child Care In Connecticut
It's a challenge the president said he, too, was familiar with during his early years as a young senator and single father when he earned $42,000 a year.
Gov. Murphy Says New Jersey Is On Path To Universal Pre-K
Expected funds from the Biden administration's infrastructure package will help speed up the process, according to Murphy.
New York's Child Care Options 'A Crisis On Steroids,' Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul Says
The pandemic tightened the crunch. Two thirds of New Yorkers live in a so-called child care desert, with no nearby options.
Day Care Center Workers Relieved As New Stimulus Package Offers $39 Billion Boost To Struggling Industry
According to a survey conducted by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, 81% of respondents say their programs are serving fewer kids and 56% of centers are losing money every day they remain open.
Gov. Murphy Announces COVID Child Care Assistance Program For Working Parents
Working parents have been scrambling to find child care for their kids this fall and figure out how to pay for it.
New York City Child Care Centers Reopen, But Some Parents Seem Reluctant To Return
If a child tests positive for coronavirus, everyone in that classroom will be notified and asked to quarantine for two weeks.
New York City Day Care Centers Allowed To Reopen As Early As Monday
Masks and social distancing will be required, and there will be no more than 15 children to a room.
Virtual Babysitters Help Keep Kids Entertained While Parents Are Working From Home
Kids are learning at home and parents are working from home because the coronavirus pandemic. The combination can make the daily routine rough, so virtual babysitting service are lightening the load.
New Jersey Orders Child Care Centers To Only Take Essential Workers' Kids Or Shut Down April 1
Gov. Phil Murphy signed an executive order Wednesday telling child care providers they have until Friday to certify their compliance with the new guidelines or shut down business at the end of the month.
Coronavirus Update: The Nanny Conundrum, Do You Keep Paying Them? Experts Provide Answers
As families are asked to stay home and practice social distancing due to the coronavirus outbreak, some are no longer in need of their domestic caregivers.
Wage Calculator Reveals Hidden Costs Of Being A Stay-At-Home Parent
The calculator takes factors, such as age, gender, current salary and how long you take off, and tallies how much you will potentially lose in wage growth, retirement benefits, stock options and salary over your lifetime.
Cuomo Enacts New Rules To Step Up Child Care Safety
Governor Andrew Cuomo is vowing to make day care facilities safer for children.
How To Add Romance While Also Traveling With Kids
Consider these five tips on how to add romance while traveling with kids.
Male Babysitters Become Part Of A Growing Trend In Child Care
For many teen girls, babysitting is a rite of passage. But now, boys have discovered that those child care gigs can bring in big bucks.
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand Pushes For Lower Child Care Costs
The New York Democrat announced Sunday she's proposing legislation that would more than double the federal child care tax credit -- and also make it refundable.
New York Assembly Passes Bill For Paid Medical Leave, Affordable Child Care
New York's Assembly has passed a series of bills intended to provide affordable child care, increase funding for child care subsidies and establish paid leave for medical emergencies, the birth or adoption of a child or to take care of a sick relative.
Back To Work: Preparing Family For Your Return To The Office
Ease your family's transition into a new routine when you go back to work
L.I. Congressman Wants Bigger Child Care Tax Deduction For Working Families
There's a new proposal to put more of the money you spend on child care back in your wallet.
De Blasio To Bloomberg: Save Child Care Slots
New York City's public advocate is calling on Mayor Michael Bloomberg to save thousands of low-income child care slots in the proposed budget that he's expected to release this week.
Audit Finds Flaws In NJ Low-Income Child Care Program
A new audit has found significant flaws with a government-funded child care program for low-income families in New Jersey.
A Guide To Choosing A Day Care Center In NYC
In an effort to guide you through the potential minefield of selecting a daycare center in the Big Apple, CBS New York has some tips on how to choose a good day care.
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Ghislaine Maxwell sentenced to 20 years in prison
The British socialite was found guilty of helping Jeffrey Epstein abuse underage girls between 1994 and 2004.
Watch Live: Trump grabbed steering wheel to get to Capitol on Jan. 6, aide testifies
The House Jan. 6 committee is hearing from Cassidy Hutchinson, a top aide to former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows.
Primary Day in New York: Voters decide who will be their candidates for governor, Assembly
On the Democratic side, Gov. Kathy Hochul is facing a challenge from two candidates, while voters will choose from four on the Republican ballot.
Authorities: Carbon monoxide leak sickens Long Island campers
The incident happened at the Chabad of Great Neck on East Shore Road early Tuesday morning.
New York City public pools reopen for summer, but with staffing problems
This means those free summer swim programs you're used to participating in may not be a thing this summer.
50 migrants found dead in back of tractor trailer in San Antonio
Sixteen others, including four children, were taken to local hospitals with heat-related injuries, and three people were in custody, officials said.
Suffolk County closes dozens of beaches to bathing
Health officials say depending on testing, the beaches could re-open Wednesday.
NYPD responds to fight aboard Carnival Cruise Line
Police arrived at Pier 88 at around 5:30 a.m. Tuesday after the Coast Guard responded to a fight on board the ship and was escorting the ship into the pier.
Reagan shooter John Hinckley, Jr.: "I have true remorse for what I did"
Hinckley spoke exclusively with CBS News in his first interview.
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Authorities: Carbon monoxide leak sickens Long Island campers
The incident happened at the Chabad of Great Neck on East Shore Road early Tuesday morning.
Suffolk County closes dozens of beaches to bathing
Health officials say depending on testing, the beaches could re-open Wednesday.
NYPD responds to fight aboard Carnival Cruise Line
Police arrived at Pier 88 at around 5:30 a.m. Tuesday after the Coast Guard responded to a fight on board the ship and was escorting the ship into the pier.
New York City public pools reopen for summer, but with staffing problems
This means those free summer swim programs you're used to participating in may not be a thing this summer.
Ghislaine Maxwell sentenced to 20 years in prison
The British socialite was found guilty of helping Jeffrey Epstein abuse underage girls between 1994 and 2004.
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Tri-State Area joins effort to boost offshore wind industry
The president aims to be able to power 10 million homes with wind energy by 2030.
Investigators say 6-year-old burned Bridgeport boy was not intentionally set on fire
Officials say there's no evidence any of the children deliberately hurt one another.
Conn. woman dies after being infected with tickborne virus
She is the second person in Connecticut to test positive for the virus this year and the first to die.
For first time ever, average gas prices in New York hits $5
Drivers across the Tri-State Area continue to feel the squeeze at the pump.
Drivers hoping for relief as gas prices again hit record highs
The national average for a gallon of regular reached $4.87 on Monday. It's even more expensive in the Tri-State Area.
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Police: 7-year-old girl drowns during backyard pool party in Teaneck
Police said the child was first reported missing at around 6 p.m. on Sunday. She was later found in the pool.
2 planes partially collide on tarmac at Newark Airport
United Airlines says two of its planes made contact on the tarmac before departing.
95-year-old WWII vet finally receives high school diploma
Now 95 and blessed with a massive family, Lyndhurst High School grad says he still enjoys many of life's pleasures.
N.J. couple recalls escape from Surfside condo collapse
"The hardest part is knowing you walked out and other people didn't," Janette Aguero said.
Murphy asks NJ lawmakers to look into creating gun-free zones
Murphy called the Supreme Court's ruling on firearm carry laws an outrage.
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Authorities: Carbon monoxide leak sickens Long Island campers
The incident happened at the Chabad of Great Neck on East Shore Road early Tuesday morning.
Suffolk County closes dozens of beaches to bathing
Health officials say depending on testing, the beaches could re-open Wednesday.
Heroes save former NYPD cop after he collapsed at Long Island restaurant
Medics kept the resuscitation going on the way to the hospital. Five times John Balestrieri had to be brought back.
Schumer trying to get tax relief for Long Islanders who fixed cesspools
He has asked the USDA to formally determine the grants protect and preserve the environment, making them tax exempt.
Zeldin campaign says antisemitic death threat made against GOP candidate for governor
If elected, Zeldin would be New York's first Jewish Republican governor.
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Watch Live: Trump grabbed steering wheel to get to Capitol on Jan. 6, aide testifies
The House Jan. 6 committee is hearing from Cassidy Hutchinson, a top aide to former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows.
Reagan shooter John Hinckley, Jr.: "I have true remorse for what I did"
Hinckley spoke exclusively with CBS News in his first interview.
Primary Day in New York: Voters decide who will be their candidates for governor
On the Democratic side, Gov. Kathy Hochul is facing a primary challenge from two other candidates, while Republicans will choose from four candidates on the primary ballot.
Westchester County passes law allowing women safe access to abortion
The Reproductive Health Care Facilities Access Act passed the county Board of Legislators on Monday night.
Focus shifts to "trigger laws" and state courts after Roe v. Wade is overturned
Judges in Louisiana and Utah temporarily blocked enforcement of trigger-law bans on abortion following the Supreme Courts' overturning of Roe v. Wade.
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Westchester County passes law allowing women safe access to abortion
The Reproductive Health Care Facilities Access Act passed the county Board of Legislators on Monday night.
Health officials await additional monkeypox vaccines; Cases climb to 48 in New York City
The demand was overwhelming, and all appointments were booked through Monday.
Second day of long lines for monkeypox vaccine at Chelsea health clinic
The Chelsea Sexual Health Clinic opened at 11 a.m., but the line for a vaccine started forming outside about three hours earlier.
Hundreds line up for monkeypox vaccine in New York City
Demand was so high that it overwhelmed capacity and forced the city cut off walk-ins.
FDA bans Juul e-cigarettes from the U.S. market
Regulator's decision comes amid concerns that an epidemic of underage vaping will hook a new generation on nicotine.
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Alec Baldwin to interview Woody Allen on Tuesday
Actor to sit down with famed-yet-controversial director at 10:30 a.m. on Instagram Live
Broadway's "Chicago" celebrates 10,000th performance
"Chicago" is only the second Broadway show in history to play 10,000 performances.
Madonna appears at Terminal 5 to kick off Pride weekend
Madonna was only recently announced as a performer at the sold-out show.
Rapper Lil TJay 1 of 2 people shot overnight near shopping plaza in Edgewater, New Jersey
Police say another victim was found just down the road at a gas station. Three arrests have been made.
Shakespeare in the Park celebrates 60 years of summer public theater
Tuesday night was the first preview performance of "Richard III."
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Yankees score 6 in the 7th, take down struggling Athletics
Trailing by four runs early, Bombers rally for 23rd come-from-behind victory of the season, 9-5 on Monday night.
Report: Kyrie Irving returning to Nets in 2022-23
The seven-time All-Star averaged 27.4 points and 5.8 assists this past season.
Thousands join Achilles Hope and Possibility Run
New York Road Runners partner with Achilles International to produce an event for people of all abilities.
Burke gives first-place Union victory over NYCFC
The win gives Philadelphia sole possession of first place in the Eastern Conference with 29 points to 27 for NYCFC.
Arango, Palacios score in LAFC's victory over Red Bulls
New York (7-5-5) started 5-2-1 on the road, but has dropped three straight away from home — without scoring.
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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.
'The melting pot starts' at Kalustyan's in Midtown
For hard-to-find flavors from faraway continents, professional chefs and home cooks flock to a specialty food store founded in 1944.
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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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Lizzo appears on "Carpool Karaoke"
Lizzo hopped into the passenger seat with "Late Late Show" host James Corden for Carpool Karaoke.
Dozens of beaches closed on Long Island
The county health department says that after the recent heavy rainfall, bacteria levels could be higher than state standards.
New York City swimming pools open to the public
The summer celebration comes amid an ongoing lifeguard shortage, which is causing many swim programs to be cancelled. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
New York primary voters head to the polls
Democrats and Republicans will select their candidates to become New York's next governor. CBS2's John Dias reports.
More than a dozen sickened due to carbon monoxide
Authorities say the fire department was called to a home housing the teens in Great Neck just before 5 a.m.
