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The diocese and bishop did not go so far as to prohibit the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, but they are urging against it on moral grounds. Other religious leaders, including Pope Francis, have said all brands of the vaccine are acceptable.
CDC Director Rochelle Walensky announced the highly anticipated guidance during a White House COVID-19 briefing Monday.
The federal government says in two weeks time a new round of stimulus checks will arrive in New York. Those with children are eligible for even more funds.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released guidance for fully vaccinated people, outlining what they can safely do — including visiting indoors and mask-free with others.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Sunday that indoor dining can expand in some parts of the state.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy said he is "confident" in the state's tally of deaths in nursing homes during the pandemic in an interview with Margaret Brennan on Face The Nation.
The Javits Center is now running around the clock, and the demand is high.
President Joe Biden's COVID-19 relief bill is one step closer to becoming law, and once signed, money from the plan will help New York City get back on its feet.
Two security guards and a DJ were issued appearance tickets.
The Senate approved President Biden's $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package Saturday, more than 24 hours after opening debate on the bill.
A dozen new community pop-up sites are opening across the state this weekend as the federal vaccine supply increases. Other centers are extending their hours.
Both the New York State Senate and Assembly voted to strip Gov. Andrew Cuomo of his emergency powers Friday.
This comes nearly five months after Westchester County and Long Island theaters reopened.
The Cuomo aides reportedly separated nursing home deaths from the deaths of nursing home residents at hospitals, lowering the perceived death toll.
Initially, the focus is on Brighton Beach and Co-Op City in the Bronx, but the effort will ramp up in just over a week.
It's a sign the labor market is recovering one year into the pandemic. But who's hiring?
Around this time last year, health care workers were overwhelmed by the coronavirus. Treatments were little more than an educated guess.
Superintendents across Long Island say confidence and safety among teachers and students this spring bodes well for the fall.
Many of the residents had been worrying about how to use a computer to book an appointment, or even how to physically get there.
Starting March 19, all capacity limits will be lifted for restaurants, retail, gyms, officers, personal services, museums and houses of worship.
The New Jersey Department of Health is following Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines, which don't take vaccinations into account.
The Johnson & Johnson vaccine is being given to eligible residents of the Bronx.
The actor recently asked his Instagram followers to nominate a front line worker in New York City who deserves a delivery.
Experts say don't post pictures of your vax card on social media.
Over the past year, Northwell Health says it has treated more than 163,000 COVID patients. Of those, 30,000 were admitted to hospitals.
The top-seeded Red Storm became the first team to win consecutive Big East Tournament titles since Villanova took three in a row from 2017-19.
A taxi driver struck two pedestrians before crashing into a building on the Lower East Side on Saturday.
Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting scored an equalizer in the 98th minute to recover a point for the Red Bulls in a 1-1 draw with Toronto FC on Saturday.
Sixers' guard Quentin Grimes scored a season-high 28 points in a 104-97 victory over the Brooklyn Nets.
Four people, including two teens and a construction worker, were hurt in a house explosion in Newark, New Jersey, on Saturday.
A taxi driver struck two pedestrians before crashing into a building on the Lower East Side on Saturday.
Bronx Week is back on. Last week, Borough President Vanessa Gibson said the multi-day event had been put on pause this year to the budget deficit.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Thousands of runners are getting ready to run the New York City half-marathon Sunday. Here's the weather forecast, route map, street closures and everything to know about the event.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an executive order Friday establishing the first-ever Mayor's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
Periods of rain will move through the New York area Thursday, but spring temperatures are on the way for the weekend.
Snow and rain will make for messy morning and evening commutes for New Yorkers on Tuesday. It's a First Alert Weather Day.
Four people, including two teens and a construction worker, were hurt in a house explosion in Newark, New Jersey, on Saturday.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, is set to shutter its emergency room Saturday night.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
At least 10 dead geese were recently found at Verona Park in Essex County, New Jersey.
Overhead wire problems at the Portal Bridge forced the suspension of some NJ Transit and Amtrak trains Friday.
Prosecutors said Matthew Smith fended off efforts to hand over his car keys before the crash that killed Nassau County police officer Patricia Espinosa.
A Manorville breeder was charged with animal neglect after dogs and puppies were allegedly left alone in poor conditions as a blizzard struck New York.
A father and son died in an overnight fire on Long Island. Kenneth Roberts, 42, and his son Mekhi, 12, were trapped in intense smoke inside a basement apartment.
Jones Beach will host a series of special events commemorating America's 250th birthday this summer.
A Long Island woman is reuniting with the NYU Langone medical team that helped deliver her baby after she suffered from kidney failure.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an executive order Friday establishing the first-ever Mayor's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani denounced Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville's anti-Muslim social media post during a Ramadan event.
President Trump alleged that Iran is "totally defeated and wants a deal," but not one he "would accept."
A New Jersey toddler's death after falling more than 20 stories has prompted new legislation designed to ensure windows are properly guarded in apartment buildings across the state.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, is set to shutter its emergency room Saturday night.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
A new study shows toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS may be entering the food chain on Long Island through contaminated soil, water and air.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
Legendary New York City television news anchor Ernie Anastos has died. His wife says he died early Thursday morning of pneumonia.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Actress Daryl Hannah explains why the depiction of herself in the FX miniseries "Love Story" is unacceptable in an op-ed in Friday's New York Times.
Justin Timberlake is suing Sag Harbor to prevent the release of bodycam video of his 2024 arrest for driving while intoxicated on Long Island.
The top-seeded Red Storm became the first team to win consecutive Big East Tournament titles since Villanova took three in a row from 2017-19.
Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting scored an equalizer in the 98th minute to recover a point for the Red Bulls in a 1-1 draw with Toronto FC on Saturday.
Sixers' guard Quentin Grimes scored a season-high 28 points in a 104-97 victory over the Brooklyn Nets.
The New York Knicks beat the Indiana Pacers 101-92 on Friday night.
The Los Angeles Kings held off the New York Islanders 3-2 on Friday night.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
Neighbors and local businesses in Long Island City, Queens, say rental trucks parked on streets are impacting daily operations.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
Manhattan historians recently discovered a link to the Underground Railroad at the Merchant's House Museum.
The National Dance Institute in Harlem hosts a special camp twice a year to bring together dancers with and without special needs for a dance camp, proving anyone can take center stage.
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 Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for March 14 at 6:30 p.m.
In honor of Saturday night's game between top-seeded St. John's and second-seeded UConn, their mascots went head-to-head at The Edge at Hudson Yards.
Residents of a NYCHA complex in Chelsea continue to protest a planned demolition of their homes. Tenants at the Fulton and Elliott-Chelsea Houses hit the streets again Saturday to speak out against the redevelopment project.
Thousands of runners will lace up their sneakers Sunday for the United Airlines New York City Half Marathon.
New York City's Department of Transportation kicked off a "pothole blitz" on Saturday.
