Ben & Jerry's objects to sale of its ice cream in West Bank
Sale means brand will return to Israel and West Bank — with or without Vermont ice cream maker's support.
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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.
Newark honors Harriet Tubman this Juneteenth
Newark is commemorating Juneteenth by renaming a popular gathering place after a famous abolitionist. CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
Federal holiday marks Juneteenth across New York and beyond
Sunday marked Juneteenth, a city, state and federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has more on the meaning of the day.
Juneteenth events begin across our area
Juneteenth is coming up this Sunday and will be observed as a public holiday on Monday.
Remembering Jackie Robinson's legacy 75 years later
Today we are celebrating 75 years since Jackie Robinson broke baseball's color barrier and became an icon of the Civil Rights movement.
Dr. Pauli Murray remembered as trailblazer for gender rights, civil rights
CBS2 profiles a trailblazer whose ideas greatly influenced Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Thurgood Marshall.
Students In Seton Hall Leadership Program Carry On Principles Of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
On this national holiday honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his fight for civil rights, a core part is to remember his life and how it was dedicated to service.
Department Of Justice Launches Civil Rights Investigation Into Mount Vernon Police Department
Mount Vernon joins Louisville, Phoenix and Minneapolis as cities targeted by the Biden administration for a police civil rights probe.
Harlem's Josephine Baker About To Be Given France's Highest Honor, A Resting Place In The Pantheon
On Monday night, the Empire State Building was illuminated in the colors of the French flag as a nod to the history being made in France on Tuesday.
Portrait Of Ida B. Wells Unveiled At Brooklyn Borough Hall
Wells was a pioneering journalist and abolitionist in the late 1800s who documented the horrors of lynching and co-founded the NAACP.
MLK Day Of Service Takes On New Meaning As Communities Face Staggering Food Insecurity
The holiday challenges people to find ways to improve their communities, and this year many are finding that opportunity at their local food pantries.
Nation Observes 35th Anniversary Of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Today marks the 35th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, but as CBS2's Cindy Hsu reports, it took nearly 20 years after Dr. King's assassination to observe the first holiday.
The Power Of August: Transformative Moments Throughout American Civil Rights History
Aug. 28 is the date of the murder of Emmett Till and the March on Washington. In fact, August has brought many of the nation's most transformative moments.
Funeral Held For Congressman And Civil Rights Icon John Lewis
Former President Barack Obama delivered the eulogy for Lewis, who died earlier this month at age 80. Former Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush also spoke.
MLK Day: New Yorkers Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.'s Spirit Of Service
Groups and organizations from across the Tri-State Area worked together in service Monday as Dr. King would have wanted them to.
Arthur Ashe Remembered As Tennis And Civil Rights Hero, 50 Years After US Open Win
This Sunday marks the 50th anniversary of Arthur Ashe's historic victory at the US Open.
Town Of Hempstead Renames Street, School In Honor Of Civil Rights Hero
Gen. Joseph A. McNeil was a founding member of the Greensboro Four, who led the 1960s sit-in at the segregated Woolworth Lunch Counter in North Carolina.
De Blasio Vows To Defend Civil Rights In Monday Speech
Mayor de Blasio once again pledged to stand with New Yorkers who may be most vulnerable to President-elect Trump's proposed policies.
Civil Rights Leaders, Police Unions Weigh In On Change Of Guard At NYPD
Civil rights leaders and police union officials weighed in Tuesday on the changing of the guard at One Police Plaza.
Grand Jury Begins Hearing Evidence In Eric Garner Chokehold Case
Garner, who was 43, was stopped on July 17, 2014 outside a Staten Island convenience store because police officers believed he was selling loose, untaxed cigarettes.
Best Ways To Commemorate MLK Jr. Day In NYC
Here are five ways to observe MLK Jr. Day in New York City.
Advocates: Breaking Up Homeless Encampments Violates Civil Rights
Mayor De Blasio insists many homeless people who are removed from encampments are now receiving help from the city.
Black History Month: Democracy Shouldn't Be This Hard, Lawyer Says
We began our Black History Month series looking at the marches in Selma, Ala. Voting rights were won, but the fight never ends.
Black History Month: Activist Speaks On Power Of Youth During Civil Rights Movement
Leading up to the march from Selma to Montgomery, there were countless, daily, highly organized small marches by high schools students and even younger kids.
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Suspect arrested in murder of mother shot on Upper East Side
The NYPD says Isaac Argro had been arrested in connection to the shooting death of Azsia Johnson.
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.
Teenager killed in Harlem shooting
Police say the suspect tried to get away on a scooter before barricading himself inside an apartment building.
First Alert Weather: CBS2's 7/2 Saturday morning forecast
We're waking up this morning to a warm and very humid start.
New York state cracking down on unlicensed marijuana vendors
New York state legalized cannabis use last year but has yet to allow dispensaries to sell it beyond medical use.
Jersey Shore business owners hope for busy July 4th weekend
Some say this is their first real Fourth of July celebration coming out of COVID.
NYC first responders can work part-time as lifeguards
Mayor Eric Adams announced he will end the outdated rule prohibiting the dual employment.
561 new police officers join the NYPD
They took the oath to serve the city during the graduation ceremony Friday.
FBI: Asian-American business owners targeted in burglaries
Two to three incidents are being reported each week.
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New York state cracking down on unlicensed marijuana vendors
New York state legalized cannabis use last year but has yet to allow dispensaries to sell it beyond medical use.
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.
NYC first responders can work part-time as lifeguards
Mayor Eric Adams announced he will end the outdated rule prohibiting the dual employment.
Suspect arrested in murder of mother shot on Upper East Side
The NYPD says Isaac Argro has been arrested in connection to the shooting death of Azsia Johnson.
561 new police officers join the NYPD
They took the oath to serve the city during the graduation ceremony Friday.
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Air travel issues plague July 4 weekend plans
Flight demand is returning to near pre-pandemic levels, according to the experts.
AAA: Record number of travelers expected over July 4 weekend
According to FlightAware, more than 2,300 flights into or within the U.S. were delayed by Thursday afternoon.
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.
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Jersey Shore business owners hope for busy July 4th weekend
Some say this is their first real Fourth of July celebration coming out of COVID.
FBI: Asian-American business owners targeted in burglaries
Two to three incidents are being reported each week.
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.
N.J. gov. signs bills protecting reproductive health rights
One bill provides confidential care to out-of-state residents coming to the state.
Food insecurity makes for extraordinary demand in Newark
A New Jersey nonprofit says it's seeing a record number of families struggling with food insecurity.
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Nassau County steps up shark patrols for July 4th weekend
The Marine Bureau, helicopters and other resources will be on the lookout for sharks.
Exasperated residents want Huntington to crack down on leaf blower noise
"In the early morning, you don't have to start your engines before 7 o'clock," said Cathy Anner.
Lawsuit filed by parents of Gabby Petito will move forward
A Florida judge denied a motion to dismiss the case Thursday.
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.
Where to watch fireworks near you July 4th weekend
Fourth of July weekend is here, and that means it's time to look to the skies for fireworks.
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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.
Lawmakers express concern Supreme Court's concealed carry decision may fuel shootings
Mayor Eric Adams, along with many other lawmakers, fear the recent Supreme Court ruling on guns in New York will have far-reaching implications.
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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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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.
R. Kelly faces sentencing in Brooklyn court
Kelly was accused of using his celebrity status and a network of people to target girls, boys and young women for sex.
Off-Broadway events offer affordable, family-friendly fun
Offerings include some familiar characters and prices that don't strain family budgets, with some shows for free.
Jimmy Awards honor high school musical theater performers
The two winners for Best Performance by an Actor and Actress receive $25,000 scholarships.
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Escobar, Peterson lead Mets past Rangers
Escobar's 417-foot drive gave the Mets their first win since beating the Marlins Saturday in Miami.
Yankees, Guardians postponed by rain, doubleheader Saturday
The teams will have a split doubleheader Saturday, starting at 12:10 p.m.
Ngoma scores in 89th, Red Bulls beat Atlanta United
Ngoma's goal came six minutes after teammate Lewis Morgan scored on a penalty kick to tie it.
Astros beat Yanks again, Bregman's 2-run double keys 2-1 win
The Yankees managed just two runs combined in the three recent losses to Houston.
Reports: Superstar Kevin Durant requests trade from Nets
The 12-time All-Star and two-time NBA champion, signed a four-year, $194 million extension with Brooklyn last season.
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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 Forecast: CBS2 7/1 Nightly Weather at 11PM
CBS2's John Elliott has your First Alert Forecast for July 1 at 11 p.m.
4th of July celebrations begin along the Jersey Shore
Many people will be spending this holiday weekend on the Jersey Shore.
New York state trying to crack down on unlicensed marijuana vendors
New York state legalized recreational marijuana last year but has yet to allow licensed dispensaries to sell it beyond medical use. As CBS2's Natalie Duddridge reports, that hasn't stopped all kinds of unlicensed vendors from popping up all over the city, and now the state is trying to crack down.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signs new gun legislation
Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed legislation that will limit where people can carry guns. The new law is in response to the U.S. Supreme Court ruling overturning the state's open carry restrictions, but as CBS2's Dick Brennan reports, it's not clear if the bill will withstand legal challenges.
Arrest made in fatal shooting of Azsia Johnson on UES
Two days after the deadly shooting of a mother on the Upper East Side, police have made an arrest. CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
