Coronavirus Changes Approach, But Not Meaning Of Memorial Day Salute In Rockland County
On Friday, the ritual was familiar -- with wreaths and a rifle salute -- but the social distancing measures showed COVID-19's impact.
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On Friday, the ritual was familiar -- with wreaths and a rifle salute -- but the social distancing measures showed COVID-19's impact.
Unexpected test results made headlines this past week when 14 sailors aboard a U.S. Navy ship tested positive for coronavirus, then tested negative twice, then came up COVID positive yet again.
From free masks to grass circles to roaming street announcements, Mayor Bill de Blasio led his COVID-19 daily briefing Friday with details on what social distancing and safety measures will be in place for Memorial Day weekend in New York City.
More than 4,300 recovering coronavirus patients were sent to New York's already vulnerable nursing homes under a controversial state directive that was ultimately scrapped.
The metrics or targets would need to keep trending favorably with sustained downturns in hospitalizations, ICU admissions and positive tests.
You will be able to walk on the boardwalk, walk on the sand, and even wade in the water this weekend but the city says no swimming.
In these past weeks, the road has opened up for so many, but there are early signs of a gridlock comeback.
When it comes to making sure passengers don't again spread coronavirus, compared to other states, the Tri-State Area gateway has little to no enforcement.
Patients will be tested for the coronavirus 72 hours before the surgery, and the "no visitor" policy remains in place.
People around the tri-state area prepared to celebrate Memorial Day weekend in a very different way as the coronavirus pandemic continues to force everyone to practice safe social distancing.
Dr. James 'Charlie' Mahoney was at the age when most think about retirement. In fact, he had already set a retirement date. Then the coronavirus pandemic hit.
New York has 40% more nursing home patients than Florida, but 700% more nursing home covid deaths. Was a state mandate to blame?
COVID-19 restrictions have state leaders considering a hybrid education system, with kids learning both in the classroom and part time online at home.
While you're focused on coronavirus mitigation, here are a few things to remember to stay safe this weekend and beyond.
De Blasio also said there are still improvements to be made, thanks in part to CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer's coverage of spoiled and unhealthy food.
Timothy Cardinal Dolan outlined preparations Thursday for the reopening of 288 churches, upon the approval of health and state officials.
An estimated 70,000 people were already out of work before coronavirus hit New Jersey, causing labor numbers from fall from best-ever 10 months ago to worst-ever now.
A day after the World Health Organization announced the worst 24-hour increase of more than 100,000 new COVID-19 cases since the global outbreak began, New York State had it's best number with only 246 new confirmed infections.
The gym reopened on Monday and had continued daily operations, receiving summonses each day for violating the state order.
Cohen was first informed in April that after a 14-day quarantine, he would serve the remainder of his term at home due to concerns about the coronavirus pandemic, CBS News reports.
New research shows thousands of COVID-19 deaths may have been preventable if the United States had acted faster with social distancing policies.
Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling says so far, 30 restaurants have applied online for permits needed to reopen since Monday. Twenty-four have been approved.
As of May 18, there were 5,630 coronavirus-related deaths at nursing homes statewide, with 3,050 in the city alone. Those
Wait for word from health officials because if we don't and we move too quickly, we might have to do all of this all over again.
Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start to summer. It's normally a busy time for pool companies, but this year, they are even busier.
Jersey City has canceled classes for a second day Tuesday due to the clean-up after the snowstorm proving to be a daunting task.
Matthew Robertson scored at 3:53 of overtime as the Rangers beat the Bruins 4-3 on Monday night to snap a three-game losing streak.
Ilya Sorokin stops 21 shots for his sixth shutout of the season, leading the New York Islanders to a 4-0 win over the Philadelphia Flyers.
Doctors say as people move into their 50s, strengthening bones through nutrition and movement can make a big difference.
A Long Island father and son are lucky to be alive after falling through thin ice into a Suffolk County pond during Sunday's storm.
A Long Island father and son are lucky to be alive after falling through thin ice into a Suffolk County pond during Sunday's storm.
NYPD officers shot a man who was armed with a knife in Queens on Monday morning, police said.
New York City's public schools will be back to in-person classes Tuesday, Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Schools Chancellor Kamar Samuels announced Monday afternoon.
Columbia University has named its next president. The board of trustees has appointed Jennifer Mnookin to lead the university.
New York, New Jersey and Connecticut's are forecast to be stuck in a bitter cold pattern for several days, featuring air straight from the Arctic Circle.
New York, New Jersey and Connecticut's are forecast to be stuck in a bitter cold pattern for several days, featuring air straight from the Arctic Circle.
The largest storm in years delivered some serious snow totals in New York City and across the Tri-State Area.
The monster winter storm that New York City and the Tri-State Area have been bracing for arrived Sunday, bringing heavy snow, sleet and frigid temperatures.
The NYC area is bracing for a major winter storm that's set to hit the region with heavy snow on top of dangerous, subfreezing weather.
New Yorkers could see 6-12 inches of snow from Sunday to Monday as feels-like temperatures drop below 0. A winter storm watch has been issued.
Jersey City has canceled classes for a second day Tuesday due to the clean-up after the snowstorm proving to be a daunting task.
Doctors say as people move into their 50s, strengthening bones through nutrition and movement can make a big difference.
NJ Transit was trying to get back up to full service Monday following a suspension over the weekend due to the massive snowstorm.
New York, New Jersey and Connecticut's are forecast to be stuck in a bitter cold pattern for several days, featuring air straight from the Arctic Circle.
The largest storm in years delivered some serious snow totals in New York City and across the Tri-State Area.
A Long Island father and son are lucky to be alive after falling through thin ice into a Suffolk County pond during Sunday's storm.
The largest storm in years delivered some serious snow totals in New York City and across the Tri-State Area.
If you're looking to get out of New York City via LaGuardia Airport, you're going to have to wait a while.
The monster winter storm that New York City and the Tri-State Area have been bracing for arrived Sunday, bringing heavy snow, sleet and frigid temperatures.
The NYC area is bracing for a major winter storm that's set to hit the region with heavy snow on top of dangerous, subfreezing weather.
Jersey City has canceled classes for a second day Tuesday due to the clean-up after the snowstorm proving to be a daunting task.
"When we gaslight and contradict what the public can plainly see with their own eyes, we lose all credibility," one DHS official said.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul isn't mincing words when it comes to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's actions in Minneapolis.
The New York City nurses strike is not over, but an agreement has been reached with the hospitals to maintain health care benefits.
Mamdani said five New Yorkers died Saturday and were found outside.
Starting July 1, as many as 450,000 New Yorkers will lose EP coverage and be forced into marketplace health care plans.
Striking New York City nurses returned to the bargaining table Thursday, the New York State Nurses Association said.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders joined striking New York City nurses on the picket line Tuesday.
New York City's largest nurses strike is now in Week 2 and it appears negotiations toward a deal remain at a standstill.
Negotiators for major New York City hospitals and the state nurses union returned to the bargaining table as the city's largest nurses strike enters a fifth day.
In a full-page ad in the Wall Street Journal, Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, revealed that the right frontal lobe of his brain was injured in a car accident 25 years ago.
Pop superstar Harry Styles will open an unprecedented 30-show residency at Madison Square Garden, starting on Aug. 26 and ending on Oct. 31.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
The FCC is warning that daytime talk shows and late-night programs must give equal time to opposing political candidates, taking aim at a genre of TV that has long drawn President Trump's ire.
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
Matthew Robertson scored at 3:53 of overtime as the Rangers beat the Bruins 4-3 on Monday night to snap a three-game losing streak.
Ilya Sorokin stops 21 shots for his sixth shutout of the season, leading the New York Islanders to a 4-0 win over the Philadelphia Flyers.
Kawhi Leonard scored 21 of his 28 points in the first half as the Los Angeles Clippers built a 38-point lead in the second quarter and beat the Brooklyn Nets 126-89 on Sunday.
The Seahawks and the Patriots previously met in the Super Bowl back in 2015, when a last-second goal line interception by Malcolm Butler sealed the win for New England.
Matty Beniers and Berkly Catton scored 18 seconds apart in the third period, Joey Daccord made 27 saves and the Kraken beat the Devils 4-2 on Sunday.
A critical seasonal blood shortage is prompting renewed calls for New Yorkers to donate.
Puppet shows, peaceful protests and acts of service helped families reflect on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy through a child's perspective.
Nearly 100 tenants from three different buildings managed by A&E Real Estate on the Upper West Side rallied on Monday.
A group in Queens has banded together to revive landlines and give their children a simpler way to socialize.
A city-approved plan to rezone a stretch of Atlantic Avenue is expected to bring thousands of new apartments to Brooklyn, but tenant advocates say the deal falls short for lower-income residents and could accelerate displacement.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn says it's possible the current cold snap the Tri-State Area is experiencing could last at least 10 days.
It has been a rough couple of days for James Solomon, the city's new mayor, but he's showing transparency as his administration works to get the snow-removal situation right. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports.
Snow-removal efforts are going to take much longer than one day, and it will only get more dangerous as temperatures remain well below freezing. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis, Andrew Ramos and Naveen Dhaliwal report.
With some schools closed and others remote on Monday, the park turned into a playground for hundreds of kids to have fun on the hills. CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger reports.
Roger McGovern, a retired NYPD sergeant, walked about a mile through the brutal cold and snow to clear a path for parishioners, his family said. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
