Mayor Adams delays ending mask mandate for children under 5 in schools and day care centers
CBS2's Lisa Rozner has more on the increase in COVID cases in the city.
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CBS2's Lisa Rozner has more on the increase in COVID cases in the city.
Mayor Eric Adams had said the mandate would be lifted on April 4. But a surge in new infections prompted the administration to suddenly reverse course and order kids under 5 years old to continue to wear masks in class. CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
Facing a budget deadline, state lawmakers appear ready to do something that they said only last week was unthinkable.
The Coalition for the Homeless called the tearing down of homeless camps harmful and counterproductive.
Mayor Eric Adams' office said the task force will return to sites that remain active and finish cleaning them up.
Adams' plan brings in a new version of the controversial anti-crime unit, now called Neighborhood Safety Teams.
The new law impacts more than one million rent stabilized apartments across New York City.
The protections will now be extended through July 1.
New York City Council's public safety committee is holding an oversight hearing Wednesday on Mayor Eric Adams' blueprint to end gun violence. CBS2's Natalie Duddridge has the details.
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The extension would last through July 1.
New York City Council's public safety committee will hold an oversight hearing Wednesday on Mayor Eric Adams' blueprint to end gun violence. CBS2's John Dias has the story.
Advocates say taking down the encampments could push unsheltered New Yorkers further away from services
Firefighters, paramedics, police officers, transit and sanitation workers were among those standing in solidarity.
It comes as Mayor Eric Adams faces backlash over his decision to change the rules for professional athletes and performers. CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis has a live report.
Bail reform is one of the most polarizing topics in Albany. It even has Gov. Kathy Hochul negotiating a compromise to implement changes to the law.
The mayor will be on hand for the opening of a new homeless shelter in the Bronx, as encampments are being torn down across the city. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
The noted the city recently exempted pro athletes and performers, while firefighters continue to lose their jobs for being unvaccinated.
JetBlue and mayor's office announce partnership to bring 5,000 additional jobs to New York City.
The airline says it's adding 5,000 jobs to its operation in the city.
Mayor Eric Adams thanked the airline for helping with the city's economic recovery.
Mayor Eric Adams is expected to make the announcement this morning at JFK Airport.
Black Men's Brunch says it has mentored more than 200 young men and put more than $30,000 back into the community.
Mayor Eric Adams addressed ways to shape the future of New York City on Saturday at an event where he spoke to a group of men with one goal in mind -- to inspire the next generation; CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
Mayor Eric Adams delivered remarks in Brooklyn on Saturday at an event called Black Men's Brunch, an effort he helped create over a decade ago.
Video shows firefighters dousing the smoldering roof of the structure on Old York Road in Branchburg, New Jersey.
Acting deputy TSA administrator Adam Stahl says the situation will get worse the longer the agency and the Department of Homeland Security don't receive funding.
Iran retaliates for Israel's latest assassinations as Trump and Netanyahu give no indication the war is about to let up, 19 days in.
Terrifying surveillance video from East Elmhurst showed the victim getting stabbed in the back and arms while going to take the bus to work.
The WNBA and its players' union reached a verbal agreement on a transformational new collective bargaining agreement early Wednesday morning, both sides said.
Terrifying surveillance video from East Elmhurst showed the victim getting stabbed in the back and arms while going to take the bus to work.
NYPD sources said the officer was stripped of his badge and gun after tracking a stolen family car and shooting a man while off-duty in the Bronx.
The Mamdani administration has asked a court to allow them to stop representing former Mayor Eric Adams in a sexual assault case.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrated his first St. Patrick's Day as mayor with a dramatic show of respect for groups he may have offended in the past.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and the MTA have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration for withholding funds designed to extend the Second Avenue subway west into Harlem.
The New York City area will be under a wind advisory Monday with periods of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms expected across the region.
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.
Video shows firefighters dousing the smoldering roof of the structure on Old York Road in Branchburg, New Jersey.
Grubhub is launching New Jersey's first commercial food delivery by drone. CBS News New York has learned more about the high-tech service and how it's expected to work.
Officials say James Hadley, a New Jersey coach and educator, may have assaulted other victims.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Ten people and six vehicles were involved in the fatal accident on Long Island, according to New York State Police. Two people in their 80s were killed.
St. John's, Hofstra and LIU are playing in the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament as March Madness gets in full swing.
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.
The Mamdani administration has asked a court to allow them to stop representing former Mayor Eric Adams in a sexual assault case.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrated his first St. Patrick's Day as mayor with a dramatic show of respect for groups he may have offended in the past.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and the MTA have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration for withholding funds designed to extend the Second Avenue subway west into Harlem.
A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
Jeanne Hengemuhle has made history as the first woman in charge of the New Jersey State Police.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
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, shuttered 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.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
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."
The WNBA and its players' union reached a verbal agreement on a transformational new collective bargaining agreement early Wednesday morning, both sides said.
With the game tied going into the 9th, Eugenio Suárez smacked a double into left-center field to score pinch runner Javier Sonoja for what would prove to be the winning run.
Josh Hart scored a season-high 33 points on 12-of-13 shooting to lead the Knicks over the Pacers 136-110 on Tuesday night.
The New York Islanders beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-1 on Tuesday night.
Gotham FC will host the Washington Spirit on July 15 at Citi Field in a game that has been dubbed The Queens Classic.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
A Harlem school is teaching students how to love, honor and care for their natural hair.
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.
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.
Chief Health Officer at the Crisis Text Line, Dr. Shairi Turner, explains how repeated exposure to images of global conflict can take a toll on mental health.
Editorial Director at Votebeat Jessica Huseman explains what's behind the bill.
CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger shares smart tips for organizing your records, explaining which documents are essential to save and which ones you can throw away this season.
People across the country caught a glimpse of a meteor streaking through the sky. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.
The WNBA and the players' union have reached a tentative agreement that comes just 51 days before the season begins. The new deal is expected to reflect the league's growth in recent years and for the first time, player salaries could be directly tied to league revenue, with some athletes potentially earning up to $1 million annually.
