
Elizabeth, N.J. Residents Displaced By Remnants Of Hurricane Ida Now Say They Are Being Booted From Hotels
Frustrations have boiled over for residents displaced by a storm in New Jersey last year.
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Frustrations have boiled over for residents displaced by a storm in New Jersey last year.
Residents can use the money for rental assistance and home repairs not covered by insurance.
New Jersey residents recovering from Hurricane Ida have more time to apply for federal assistance.
FEMA declined an on-camera interview, but told CBS2 it expects more people to purchase flood insurance.
Other disaster recovery centers opened earlier this week in Bergen, Hunterdon and Mercer counties.
New York Sen. Chuck Schumer says FEMA tried to deprive the city's public hospital system of the funds because it didn't build or rent new facilities for COVID patients.
Businesses in the Westchester County village are working to recover, but the process requires patience, hard work, and a good measure of optimism.
On Friday, Essex, Hudson, Mercer and Union counties were added to the major disaster declaration for damages from Ida.
The clean-up from Ida in the hard-hit town of Manville is far from over.
For now, people in the community are doing what they can to help each other out.
The usually tranquil Ho-Ho-Kus Brook swelled more than 10 feet, flooding homes and turning backyards into a fast-moving river.
President Biden signed a declaration to pump out federal funds to the local level, which will help New Yorkers in dire need.
Twenty seven people died in New Jersey as a result of the remnants of Hurricane Ida and four people remain missing, three in Passaic County and one in Essex County.
On this Labor Day, countless homeowners and workers were laboring, cleaning up debris and totaling up the damage from Ida.
Officials say 27 people have died and at least four remain missing in the devastating flooding in New Jersey.
In the hours after Ida, many are scrambling to figure out what they lost and what exactly is covered under their insurance policies.
The federal government in early April will start offering financial assistance to help cover funeral costs for people who have died of COVID-19.
The site will be open seven days a week, and can vaccinate 6,000 people a day.
It didn't take long for thousands of people to sign up. The site is part of state and federal efforts to reach hard-hit communities.
Sen. Chuck Schumer and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez are spreading the word to help families who lost loved ones to the coronavirus.
Criswell is the first woman nominated to lead FEMA, which is primarily responsible for responding to natural disasters.
Financial relief is headed to New York City and the state.
"I'm grateful for the Federal assistance and the speedy resolution," the governor said in a statement.
The agency says it's because the funding is not an "immediate action" to protect public health and safety.
Adams says the cuts are political and would stop reimbursement for the cleaning of schools, subways and public facilities during the pandemic.
Police are looking to speak with the child's father, a 22-year-old man with a criminal record. According to police sources, the couple had a tumultuous relationship.
The Supreme Court ruled guns could be banned in "sensitive places," but it wasn't clear about what locations qualify.
Since the spring of 2020, Jacobi has seen an increase of 181 percent when it comes to gunshot victims.
Our research suggests a link between gun violence and poor, blighted neighborhoods.
Bad guys buy firearms, mostly handguns, from states to the south, along the I-95 corridor, then transport them here.
Despite New York's strict gun laws, Joint Firearms Task Force is being kept busy confiscating trafficked weapons.
Shootings spiked in June and July of 2020, reaching record levels not seen since 2006. We examine the reasons why.
Hizzoner says the $2.5 million unit has 24 newly-hired criminologists dedicated to getting results quickly.
The program have the capacity to perform 6,000 tests and dispense 600 treatments a day.
Since the spring of 2020, Jacobi has seen an increase of 181 percent when it comes to gunshot victims.
Our research suggests a link between gun violence and poor, blighted neighborhoods.
Bad guys buy firearms, mostly handguns, from states to the south, along the I-95 corridor, then transport them here.
Despite New York's strict gun laws, Joint Firearms Task Force is being kept busy confiscating trafficked weapons.
Shootings spiked in June and July of 2020, reaching record levels not seen since 2006. We examine the reasons why.
According to FlightAware, more than 2,300 flights into or within the U.S. were delayed by Thursday afternoon.
The president aims to be able to power 10 million homes with wind energy by 2030.
Officials say there's no evidence any of the children deliberately hurt one another.
She is the second person in Connecticut to test positive for the virus this year and the first to die.
Drivers across the Tri-State Area continue to feel the squeeze at the pump.
According to FlightAware, more than 2,300 flights into or within the U.S. were delayed by Thursday afternoon.
They're the first additions since 1937, and are needed to keep up with Jersey City's growing population.
Fourth of July weekend is here, and that means it's time to look to the skies for fireworks.
Traffic was backed up on Route 22 while emergency crews were on the scene.
The TSA says 80% of the firearms were loaded.
Since the spring of 2020, Jacobi has seen an increase of 181 percent when it comes to gunshot victims.
Fourth of July weekend is here, and that means it's time to look to the skies for fireworks.
Jackie Dias would've liked to have had a crystal ball to see the future would be OK when John came out as a gay man 10 years ago.
As many as 1,000 boats are expected in the water off Huntington for the Fourth of July.
One mistake could send you and your family to the hospital, or worse.
Shootings spiked in June and July of 2020, reaching record levels not seen since 2006. We examine the reasons why.
Hizzoner says the $2.5 million unit has 24 newly-hired criminologists dedicated to getting results quickly.
The ruling delivers a significant blow to the Biden administration's efforts to fight climate change.
"On behalf of all of the members of the court, I am pleased to welcome Justice Jackson to the court and to our common calling," Chief Justice John Roberts said.
The high court ruled guns could be banned in "sensitive places," but it wasn't clear about what locations qualify.
Since the spring of 2020, Jacobi has seen an increase of 181 percent when it comes to gunshot victims.
The program have the capacity to perform 6,000 tests and dispense 600 treatments a day.
The city is still waiting for a shipment from the federal government.
Dr. Dave Chokshi says the tensions between Mayor de Blasio and Gov. Cuomo got in the way of public health.
The Reproductive Health Care Facilities Access Act passed the county Board of Legislators on Monday night.
Kelly was accused of using his celebrity status and a network of people to target girls, boys and young women for sex.
Offerings include some familiar characters and prices that don't strain family budgets, with some shows for free.
The two winners for Best Performance by an Actor and Actress receive $25,000 scholarships.
Back in November, the boy was pinned under a car that jumped the curb in Gravesend.
Preliminary investigations suggested that Mara died while swimming, state police said.
The 12-time All-Star and two-time NBA champion, signed a four-year, $194 million extension with Brooklyn last season.
NYCFC (8-4-4) got two goals from Héber, another one from Gabriel Pereira and one from Talles Magno.
Veteran right-hander throws two-hit ball over eight innings in Astros' 2-0 victory on Wednesday.
With the 5-3 victory, the Bombers are now 56-20, matching 2001 Mariners and 1998 Yankees for best start since 1930.
Sears (3-0) made his second spot start and limited the A's to three hits in 5 2/3 innings.
"It's one of the few professions where you work with your heart, your hands, and your head at the same time," co-owner Tom Geppel told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"That was my dream, to open a small business here," co-owner Pompeyo "Papa" Martinez told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"We whip the whipped cream by hand. We make our hot fudge, caramel, most of our syrups," owner Vito Citrano told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"Most of my customers are regulars. They come almost every day, and they feel that this is their home," Panagiotis Binioris said.
For hard-to-find flavors from faraway continents, professional chefs and home cooks flock to a specialty food store founded in 1944.
Thousands came out for the 2022 New York City Pride March through Manhattan on Sunday.
Juneteenth celebrations took place across New York City on June 19.
The famous Mermaid Parade returned to Coney Island on Saturday for its 40th anniversary.
Stars of stage and screen hit the red carpet for the 75th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday night.
Actor Ray Liotta has died. He was 67.
A first-of-its-kind unit at the city medical examiner's office aims to solve gun crimes faster. CBS2's Dave Carlin shows us how the new team of scientists hope to get DNA test results back in half the time.
Metro-North service on the Harlem line resumed Thursday afternoon after a car on the tracks temporarily suspended service.
Boaters are being urged to practice safety during the holiday weekend and throughout the summer.
New York City is rolling out what it calls the first mobile COVID "Test to Treat" program.
New York lawmakers are meeting in an emergency session in Albany. They're preparing to pass legislation to lessen the impact of the Supreme Court ruling overturning the state's concealed gun carry laws. CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer says the bill will ban weapons in many public places.