Coney Island sand sculpting competition on Saturday
The artistry of Coney Island's sand sculptors will be on display for the first time since 2019.
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Truck runs over man sleeping on Coney Island beach
The Parks Department said the truck was leaving the beach after a cleanup job and ran over the man who was laying down on the sand.
City vehicle hits, kills man sleeping on beach in Brooklyn
A Parks Department vehicle struck and killed a man sleeping on the beach in Brooklyn early Monday morning.
Parks Department vehicle hits, kills man sleeping on beach in Brooklyn
It happened at around 2:45 a.m. at Stillwell Avenue near Riegelmann Boardwalk on Coney Island.
5 hurt, 1 critically, in shooting on Coney Island boardwalk
Five people were hurt in a shooting on the Coney Island boardwalk early Sunday.
5 hurt in shooting near Coney Island boardwalk, NYPD says
There was a large crowd in the area when the shooting happened early Sunday morning, police said.
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.
Coney Island packed on July 4 as sun blares down
As usual, thousands of New Yorkers spent Independence Day at Coney Island, CBS2's Hannah Kliger reports.
Nathan's hot dog eating contest returns in full force at Coney Island
Thousands of spectators gathered to watch the annual July 4th tradition, CBS2's Hannah Kliger reports.
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.
4th of July celebrations return to Coney Island
From the beach to the boardwalk, the crowds are back enjoying this picture perfect Fourth of July. CBS2's John Dias reports.
Nathan's hot dog eating contest returns to Coney Island this 4th of July
From dramatic and daring eating, to dazzling displays in the sky, the annual Macy's Fourth of July fireworks show also returns for the 46th year.
Countdown to Nathan's hot dog eating contest
From backyard barbecues to the Macy's 4th of July fireworks show, families in our area are gearing up to celebrate Independence Day. CBS2's John Dias reports from Coney Island, where the annual competition will do down later today.
Competitors weigh in for Nathan's Annual Hot Dog Eating Contest
Tens of thousands are expected to converge on Coney Island for the holiday weekend, and no Fourth of July celebration would be complete without the hot dog eating contest. CBS2's Steve Overmyer was on hand as the top dogs weighed in.
Operation HOOD opens new community center in Coney Island
A Brooklyn anti-violence initiative has opened the doors of its brand new community center. It's an upgrade that's been a year in the making. As CBS2's Hannah Kliger shows us, this will be the start of a lot of new activities in the Coney Island neighborhood.
Competitors weigh in for Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest
The contests, as always, will happen on July 4th at Nathan's flagship restaurant in Coney Island.
Contestants weigh in for Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest
Top-ranked eaters from around the world compete in the contest on July 4.
New York Aquarium reopens spaces that flooded in Superstorm Sandy
The aquarium spent the last decade rebuilding and making improvements to protect it from future storms.
New York Aquarium reopens spaces that flooded in Superstorm Sandy
The aquarium spent the last decade rebuilding and making improvements to protect it from future storms.
Coney Island Cyclone turns 95
The roller coaster, which opened in 1927, is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
Coney Island Cyclone turns 95 years old
The first 95 guests in line for the world-famous roller coaster on Sunday ride for free in honor of the milestone.
Mermaid Parade returns to Coney Island
Summer is officially underway in Coney Island, where the famous Mermaid Parade returned Saturday.
Mermaid Parade returns to Coney Island for 40th anniversary
The famous Mermaid Parade returned to Coney Island on Saturday for its 40th anniversary.
Coney Island Mermaid Parade returns for 1st time since 2019
The Mermaid Parade is billed as the nation's largest art parade.
Mermaid Parade returning to Coney Island
The parade, celebrating its 40th year, steps off Saturday at 1 p.m. at 21st Street and Surf Avenue.
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