Masks no longer required in Paterson schools
Students and teachers in Paterson, New Jersey are no longer required to wear masks in schools.
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Feds strike down masks on mass transit
CBS2's John Dias has a look at what it means here at home.
Reaction split to end of mask mandate on planes, mass transit
The Transportation Security Administration will no longer enforce face coverings in airports and on planes.
TSA won't enforce transit mask mandate after judge voids it
A U.S. District Court judge in Florida ruled that the mask mandate exceeds the CDC's authority.
Protest held to end mask mandate for children 5 and under
Demonstrators gathered in lower Manhattan, upset the mayor's office is continuing the mandate.
Psychologist: Start the conversation with children about mask wearing after mandate ends
Janine Domingues, with Child Mind Institute, says if nothing else, at least get the conversation started.
New York State ending school masks, city expected to follow suit
Tri-State officials are making major changes to mask mandates and other COVID restrictions. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
New York State Mask Mandate To Stay In Effect
The mandate will stay in effect while the state appeals a judge's decision that found the order unconstitutional.
Caught On Video: Woman Punched In Face After Mask Confrontation In Brooklyn, Police Say
The suspect can be seen on surveillance video coming up behind the 39-year-old victim and punching her in the face.
Cuomo Says Kids Can Go Maskless Outdoors At Schools, Creating More Confusion For Parents And Some School Districts
Parents are hearing conflicting information from state health and education officials.
Coronavirus Update: CDC Recommends Everyone Wear Cloth Face Covering In Public
Officials don't want healthy people using professional grade medical masks, asking that those be left for health care workers.
NFL Cracking Down On Non-Standard Face Masks
The only exception to wearing a customized face mask, league spokesman Brian McCarthy said, would be for a medical reason.
Winter Skin: Preparing For The Season To Come
From acne and sunspots to broken capillaries and wrinkles, fun in the sun can come with a price.
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Biden in Buffalo: "White supremacy is a poison," shooting an act of "domestic terrorism"
The visit comes three days after police say a white gunman went on a racially motivated shooting spree, killing 10 Black people and injuring three others at a grocery store.
Tears, shock, and outrage after 11-year-old girl killed by stray bullet in the Bronx
Police are looking for the gunman behind the shooting that took the life of a little girl in the Bronx. The 11-year-old was struck by a stray bullet fired by someone riding a scooter.
NYC raises COVID alert level to "high," advises masks indoors
Health Commissioner Ashwin Vasan is now advising all New Yorkers to wear a mask in any public indoor setting.
Police: Driver takes down several utility poles in East Brunswick
Chopper 2 flew over Route 18 at Eggers Street and South Woodland Ave., where the poles and wires covered the lanes.
Buffalo mass shooting: Food, transportation, mental health resources
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $2.8 million in funding to help the Buffalo shooting victims and surrounding community.
NYC faces deadline to submit plan for improving Rikers
A judge is set to decide if a federal takeover of Rikers is necessary.
First Alert Weather: CBS2's 5/17 Tuesday forecast
We're in much better shape today with plenty of sunshine and less humid conditions. Highs will be in the mid 70s again.
Man killed in Brooklyn fire
The flames broke out around 10 p.m. Monday at a building on Brighton 5th Street in Brighton Beach.
New Yorkers gather in Harlem to mourn victims of Buffalo shooting
Laying 10 flowers for the 10 victims were Christian, Muslim, Jewish and Buddhist New Yorkers.
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Buffalo mass shooting: Food, transportation, mental health resources
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $2.8 million in funding to help the Buffalo shooting victims and surrounding community.
NYC raises COVID alert level to "high," advises masks indoors
Health Commissioner Ashwin Vasan is now advising all New Yorkers to wear a mask in any public indoor setting.
Tears, shock, and outrage after 11-year-old girl killed by stray bullet in the Bronx
Police are looking for the gunman behind the shooting that took the life of a little girl in the Bronx. The 11-year-old was struck by a stray bullet fired by someone riding a scooter.
Biden decries Buffalo shooting as "domestic terrorism," says "white supremacy is a poison"
The president's Buffalo visit comes three days after police say a white gunman went on a racially motivated shooting spree, killing 10 Black people and injuring three others at a grocery store.
NYC faces deadline to submit plan for improving Rikers
A judge is set to decide if a federal takeover of Rikers is necessary.
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Some Skittles, Starburst and Life Savers gummies recalled
Company Mars Wrigley says there's a chance some of those items may have been contaminated with thin metal strands.
President Biden urges local leaders to invest in public safety
The pandemic relief fund passed by Democrats provides $350 billion directly to cities, counties and states.
Baby formula shortage hitting Tri-State Area families hard
Formula is more than 40 percent out of stock in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and 27 other states.
Experts predict active hurricane season ahead
A typical year generates about 14 named storms. Experts are forecasting anywhere from 17-19 named storms this year.
Fordham economics professor makes tough predictions on inflation
Dr. Giacomo Santangelo makes some painful predictions after an already difficult pandemic
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Police: Driver takes down several utility poles in East Brunswick
Chopper 2 flew over Route 18 at Eggers Street and South Woodland Ave., where the poles and wires covered the lanes.
New Jersey schools reinstate mask mandates
The return of the mask mandate at Metuchen High School drew some polarizing reactions from students.
Some Skittles, Starburst and Life Savers gummies recalled
Company Mars Wrigley says there's a chance some of those items may have been contaminated with thin metal strands.
N.J. bill would fine companies for small shipments in big boxes
The bill would fine retailers if they use shipping boxes that are more than twice the size of the item being shipped.
Eric LeGrand opens coffee shop in hometown
LeGrand was paralyzed after suffering a spinal injury during a Rutgers football game in 2010.
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Hofstra engineering student's failed arch stands as symbol of "resilience"
Esther Zhang turned her failed 3D-printed arch into a work of art that now stands as a symbol to inspire future students.
Some Skittles, Starburst and Life Savers gummies recalled
Company Mars Wrigley says there's a chance some of those items may have been contaminated with thin metal strands.
Karine Jean-Pierre makes history as White House press secretary
The New York native is the first Black and first openly gay LGBTQ+ person to hold the position.
Suffolk County launches baby formula drive amid shortage
Elected officials and local leader are organizing the emergency effort to gather unopened or donated baby formula.
Federal government making plans to address formula shortage
Rep. Carolyn Maloney says hearings will be held next week to examine questions on how this could have happened.
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New Yorkers gather in Harlem to mourn victims of Buffalo shooting
Laying 10 flowers for the 10 victims were Christian, Muslim, Jewish and Buddhist New Yorkers.
Draft of new congressional districts in New York state released
The maps would help Republicans by creating five districts that lean GOP and at least four others where Republicans would be competitive.
New York red flag law under fire following Buffalo mass shooting
About a year before Saturday's tragedy, state police ordered the 18-year-old to undergo a psychiatric evaluation.
Experts say it's time to stop growing threat of white supremacists
For the last few years, the Department of Homeland Security has warned the country of the growing problem.
Karine Jean-Pierre makes history as White House press secretary
The New York native is the first Black and first openly gay LGBTQ+ person to hold the position.
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NYC raises COVID alert level to "high"
New York City raised the COVID alert level to "high" Tuesday, based on case numbers and pressure on the health care system.
FDA approves Pfizer booster for kids 5-11
The FDA commissioner says while COVID cases tend to be less severe in children, the Omicron wave saw more kids getting sick and being hospitalized.
NYC raises COVID alert level to "high," advises masks indoors
Health Commissioner Ashwin Vasan is now advising all New Yorkers to wear a mask in any public indoor setting.
CUNY to hold COVID remembrance
The day of remembrance will honor members of the school community lost to COVID-19.
CDC: Westchester County seeing high COVID transmission rates
That means the county is seeing levels of cases of hospitalizations that are putting a strain on the local health care system.
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"ER" star Anthony Edwards makes Broadway musical debut
Edwards' wife, Mare Winningham, stars in the show.
Acclaimed Broadway play "for colored girls..." extends run
The play is nominated for seven Tony Awards, including two for director and choreographer Camille A. Brown.
Tony Awards hold "Meet the Nominees" event
Tony-nominated cast members and creatives had the chance to discuss their performances.
Patti LuPone calls out audience members over masks
A representative for the show said the two were asked to leave the theater and complied.
Darren Criss, Julianne Hough to host Tony Awards pre-show
"The Tony Awards: Act One" will stream only on Paramount+ starting at 7 p.m. on Sunday, June 12.
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Severino strong, Yankees cub 3 homers in win over Orioles
With 6-2 victory on Monday night, the Bombers are now 26-9, one of the best starts in franchise history.
Islanders promote Associate Coach Lane Lambert to head coach
Lambert has served as the associate coach for the past four seasons, and previously won the Stanley Cup as an associate coach with the Washington Capitals.
Panarin power-play goal lifts Rangers over Penguins in Game 7
New York will play Carolina next. The Hurricanes beat the Boston Bruins in Game 7 on Saturday night.
Rookie Julio Rodriguez powers Mariners over Mets
Pete Alonso struck out with the bases loaded in the bottom of the ninth as Seattle held on for an 8-7 win on Sunday.
Cortes pitches 8 crisp innings, Yankees take 3 of 4 from ChiSox
Left-hander on his game yet again as Bombers rebound from loss with 5-1 victory on Sunday afternoon.
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The Best Goodie Bag: A Valley Stream 'cakery' where everyone is family
Multiple generations are working side-by-side to pursue a dream they didn't know they had.
At Di Palo's in Little Italy, fresh mozzarella is the family legacy
"When you can say you've kept a customer, a loyal customer, for 60, 70, 80 years, through the generations, then you know that you've had a successful business," co-owner Lou Di Palo told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Family tradition is tightly woven at Mendel Goldberg Fabrics on the Lower East Side
"I walk in here every day, and I feel the legacy of my family," fourth-generation owner Alice Goldberg told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
At Dumbo's record shop Legacy, the collection is personal
"It doesn't really matter who you are. You're welcome here," co-owner Victorious De Costa told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Yorkville's Mansion diner is a Philips family legacy
In pursuit of food and familiarity, many regulars have been coming back for decades.
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Buffalo shooting: 10 killed, 3 injured at supermarket
Ten people were killed and three were injured in a mass shooting at a Buffalo supermarket on May 14, 2022.
2022 Met Gala Red Carpet
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23 injured in subway shooting, smoke bomb attack
Nearly two dozen people were injured in a shooting and smoke bomb attack aboard a Brooklyn subway Tuesday.
2022 Yankees Opening Day
The Yankees opened the 2022 season with a walk-off win in extra innings against the Boston Red Sox.
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President Biden delivers remarks in Buffalo
Watch as the president addresses the community where 10 Black people were killed in a racially motivated shooting at a supermarket.
First Alert Weather: Bright and breezy
CBS2's John Elliott has the latest weather forecast.
Car takes down utility poles in New Jersey
Police say a driver fell asleep at the wheel and crashed into utility poles in East Brunswick.
Witnesses describe stray bullet shooting of Bronx girl
Police are searching for the suspects who opened fire on a scooter, killing the 11-year-old girl on the sidewalk. CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis hears from two women who tried to help save her.
NYC raises COVID alert level to "high"
New York City raised the COVID alert level to "high" Tuesday, based on case numbers and pressure on the health care system.
