NYC Mayoral Race: Due To Ranked Choice Voting, Winner Of Democratic Primary May Not Be Known For Weeks
Candidates in New York City's mayoral primary and other offices up for grabs may have to wait weeks to know the final results.
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NYC Mayoral Race: With Time Running Out Before Primaries, Scathing Attacks Heat Up
With just three weeks before voters go to the polls to pick Democratic and Republican candidates for mayor, the men and women seeking the top jobs are throwing punches and launching broadsides.
NYC Mayoral Race: Republicans Fernando Mateo, Curtis Sliwa Go At It During Tumultuous Debate
Subway safety was part of a fiery debate between the two Republican candidates for mayor. Fernando Mateo and Curtis Sliwa squared off Wednesday evening.
Candidate Conversations: Fernando Mateo
CBS2 is holding in-depth conversations with the 2021 New York City mayoral candidates. We are asking each of them the same questions, so you can compare.
Republican Fernando Mateo Enters New York City Mayoral Race
He is the head spokesman for Hispanics Across America, the New York State Federation of Taxi Drivers and United Bodegas of America.
Pelham Bay Deli Gutted By Fire Now On The Road To Rebuilding
A Bronx deli is trying to recover after being destroyed by fire. It's getting financial help and community support as it takes steps to rebuild.
Bodega Owners Say Enforcement Of Mask Rules In Stores Should Fall On NYPD, Not On Workers
A dispute over face masks recently escalated into violence in the Bronx.
Livery Cab Drivers In Brooklyn On High Alert Following Robbery Spree
Drivers of for-hire vehicles in the city are being warned that an armed man is targeting them.
Police: Livery Cab Driver Shot And Killed In Brooklyn
Naji Fawaz, 35, was found in the front seat of a car with multiple gunshot wounds to the neck and torso, police said.
Federation Of Taxi Drivers Calls For Firing Of Detective In Confrontation With Uber Driver
At first the Fernando Mateo, head of the taxi drivers federation, was willing to cut Det. Patrick Cherry some slack.
Taxi Group Meets With NYPD, Says Drivers Face Police Hostility 'Every Single Day'
Taxi drivers have been meeting with NYPD brass after video of a detective unleashing a tirade on an Uber driver went viral.
Brutal Christmas Day Attack In Washington Heights Leaves Woman Terrified
A vicious attack on a woman was caught on camera in Upper Manhattan this past Christmas morning, the woman said no one came to help despite her cries.
Overnight Livery Cab Service Scaled Back After Spike In Attacks Against Drivers
It will be harder to catch a livery cab overnight as service scales back due to a spike in attacks against drivers.
Dozens Protest Bail Set For White Plains Firefighter Accused Of Deadly DWI
Eric Refvik, 34, was stone-faced and said nothing as he left the courthouse. He is charged with felony criminally negligent homicide and misdemeanor DWI.
Bronx Livery Cab Driver Hits Robber With Car After Being Shot Twice
The incident took place at around 11 a.m. at 172nd Street and Longfellow Avenue Wednesday.
Outrage After Stolen Livery Cab Gets Ticket Hours After Driver Is Stabbed
There is outrage from livery cab drivers after they say a ticket was found on the bloody car of a stolen livery cab hours after its driver was brutally attacked in Queens.
SheRides Puts Brakes On App Launch Due To Overwhelming Customer Demand
There has been so much interest in SheRides from women who want female cabbies that the company is holding off for now on launching the app in New York City.
Ride-Sharing Service Exclusively For Women Begins Monday In NYC, Suburbs
There are so many options for car service these days -- from taxis and livery cabs to the ride-sharing service Uber. And now there's an option just for women launching next week.
New 'She Taxis-She Rides' Service To Offer Women Livery Cab Drivers For Female Passengers
Starting next week, women will be able to request a female driver through a new livery service.
After Bloody Weekend, De Blasio Says NYPD To 'Aggressively' Tackle Gun Violence
Twenty-three people were shot over the weekend, two fatally, according to the NYPD.
Police Make Fourth Arrest In Bronx Cab Driver Murders
Tommy Smalls, 29, and three other men are accused of fatally shooting two cab drivers in separate incidents and then stealing their cars.
Sources: 3 Arrested In Killing Of 2 Livery Cab Drivers In The Bronx
The trio were also wanted in connection with robberies of convenience stores in Yonkers and the Bronx, sources said.
Group Calls For Action After 2 Livery Cab Drivers Killed In The Bronx
For the second time in a week, a livery cab driver has been fatally shot in the Bronx and a drivers' rights group believes the two cases may be connected.
Suspect Sought In Brooklyn Shooting Of Bodega Employee
The victim, 52-year-old Swadh Maged from Staten Island, was shot four times in the chest and arm. He was rushed to Kings County Hospital, where he died a short time later.
New York City Council Considers Shopping Bag Fee Legislation
The 10-cent carry out bag fee would apply to markets and bodegas, street vendors selling fruit, vegetables and general merchandise and retail stores including clothing, drug and department stores.
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Special session in Albany to pass gun control, abortion legislation
Lawmakers debated all day Thursday and into the wee hours of the morning Friday, but still haven't passed anything.
New York Aquarium reopens spaces that flooded in Superstorm Sandy
The aquarium spent the last decade rebuilding and making improvements to protect it from future storms.
William Ryan awaiting arraignment after racist road rage incident in Newburgh
Ryan, 60, claimed to a be an off-duty state trooper and used racist language when he threatened a Wallkill Police lieutenant with a box cutter.
Broadway's mask mandate comes to an end, for now
Masks will no longer be required at most Broadway shows.
Police: American, POW flags cut down at VFW post in Paramus
Paramus Police are trying to find whoever cut down the flag pole at a VFW post.
Monkeypox patient: "I've had COVID. This was way worse."
The man says doctors are ordering him to isolate until his lesions are gone, which can take as long as four weeks.
8 adults, 1 teenager injured in drive-by shooting in Newark
According to police, shots were fired from a stolen SUV.
FDNY battles 5-alarm fire in Brooklyn, at least 14 hurt
The fire was first reported at around 5:40 a.m. Friday and grew to a five-alarm blaze about two hours later.
Brittney Griner "keeping the faith" as Russian court sets next trial date
The latest hearing yielded no real information on the strategy adopted by the WNBA star's legal team, but a U.S. diplomat says she's doing "as well as can be expected."
Myers of Keswick: A British grocery store in the West Village offering 'comforts from home'
"I always like to describe it as a little taste of England," owner Jennifer Myers-Pulidore told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
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New York Aquarium reopens spaces that flooded in Superstorm Sandy
The aquarium spent the last decade rebuilding and making improvements to protect it from future storms.
William Ryan awaiting arraignment after racist road rage incident in Newburgh
Ryan, 60, claimed to a be an off-duty state trooper and used racist language when he threatened a Wallkill Police lieutenant with a box cutter.
Special session in Albany to pass gun control, abortion legislation
Lawmakers debated all day Thursday and into the wee hours of the morning Friday, but still haven't passed anything.
Broadway's mask mandate comes to an end, for now
Masks will no longer be required at most Broadway shows.
FDNY battles 5-alarm fire in Brooklyn, at least 14 hurt
The fire was first reported at around 5:40 a.m. Friday and grew to a five-alarm blaze about two hours later.
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Flight delays, cancellations & not enough parking plague July 4 weekend travel
Flight demand is returning to near pre-pandemic levels, according to the experts. So have the travel nightmares, with airlines struggling with pilot and other staffing shortages.
AAA: Record number of travelers expected over July 4 weekend
According to FlightAware, more than 2,300 flights into or within the U.S. were delayed by Thursday afternoon.
Tri-State Area joins effort to boost offshore wind industry
The president aims to be able to power 10 million homes with wind energy by 2030.
Investigators say 6-year-old burned Bridgeport boy was not intentionally set on fire
Officials say there's no evidence any of the children deliberately hurt one another.
Conn. woman dies after being infected with tickborne virus
She is the second person in Connecticut to test positive for the virus this year and the first to die.
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Police: American, POW flags cut down at VFW post in Paramus
Paramus Police are trying to find whoever cut down the flag pole at a VFW post.
Flight delays, cancellations & not enough parking plague July 4 weekend travel
Flight demand is returning to near pre-pandemic levels, according to the experts. So have the travel nightmares, with airlines struggling with pilot and other staffing shortages.
Gov. Phil Murphy approves largest budget in N.J. history
Murphy says this budget makes New Jersey more affordable.
8 adults, 1 teenager injured in drive-by shooting in Newark
According to police, shots were fired from a stolen SUV.
AAA: Record number of travelers expected over July 4 weekend
According to FlightAware, more than 2,300 flights into or within the U.S. were delayed by Thursday afternoon.
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Lawsuit filed by parents of Gabby Petito will move forward
A Florida judge denied a motion to dismiss the case Thursday.
Jacobi Medical Center working on initiatives to combat gun violence
Since the spring of 2020, Jacobi has seen an increase of 181 percent when it comes to gunshot victims.
Where to watch fireworks near you July 4th weekend
Fourth of July weekend is here, and that means it's time to look to the skies for fireworks.
CBS2's John Dias and his mom reflect on when he came out of the closet
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.
Suffolk Co. announces 5 mph boating speed zones for holiday
As many as 1,000 boats are expected in the water off Huntington for the Fourth of July.
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Special session in Albany to pass gun control, abortion legislation
Lawmakers debated all day Thursday and into the wee hours of the morning Friday, but still haven't passed anything.
Gov. Phil Murphy approves largest budget in N.J. history
Murphy says this budget makes New Jersey more affordable.
Ketanji Brown Jackson officially becomes first Black woman on Supreme Court
"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.
Lawmakers express concern Supreme Court's concealed carry decision may fuel shootings
Mayor Eric Adams, along with many other lawmakers, fear the recent Supreme Court ruling on guns in New York will have far-reaching implications.
NYC gun violence: CBS2 analyzes how we got to this point
Shootings spiked in June and July of 2020, reaching record levels not seen since 2006. We examine the reasons why.
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Monkeypox patient: "I've had COVID. This was way worse."
The man says doctors are ordering him to isolate until his lesions are gone, which can take as long as four weeks.
Jacobi Medical Center working on initiatives to combat gun violence
Since the spring of 2020, Jacobi has seen an increase of 181 percent when it comes to gunshot victims.
Some NYC mobile COVID test units will now offer Paxlovid
The program have the capacity to perform 6,000 tests and dispense 600 treatments a day.
NYC monkeypox cases rise as city waits for vaccine shipment
The city is still waiting for a shipment from the federal government.
Chokshi details de Blasio-Cuomo tensions during pandemic
Dr. Dave Chokshi says the tensions between Mayor de Blasio and Gov. Cuomo got in the way of public health.
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Broadway's mask mandate comes to an end, for now
Masks will no longer be required at most Broadway shows.
R. Kelly faces sentencing in Brooklyn court
Kelly was accused of using his celebrity status and a network of people to target girls, boys and young women for sex.
Off-Broadway events offer affordable, family-friendly fun
Offerings include some familiar characters and prices that don't strain family budgets, with some shows for free.
Jimmy Awards honor high school musical theater performers
The two winners for Best Performance by an Actor and Actress receive $25,000 scholarships.
Teen reunites with TV crew who helped him after car crash
Back in November, the boy was pinned under a car that jumped the curb in Gravesend.
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Ngoma scores in 89th, Red Bulls beat Atlanta United
Ngoma's goal came six minutes after teammate Lewis Morgan scored on a penalty kick to tie it.
Astros beat Yanks again, Bregman's 2-run double keys 2-1 win
The Yankees managed just two runs combined in the three recent losses to Houston.
Reports: Superstar Kevin Durant requests trade from Nets
The 12-time All-Star and two-time NBA champion, signed a four-year, $194 million extension with Brooklyn last season.
Brenner completes hat trick in 70th, Cincinnati draws NYCFC
NYCFC (8-4-4) got two goals from Héber, another one from Gabriel Pereira and one from Talles Magno.
Verlander dominant, sends Mets to first 3-game losing streak of season
Veteran right-hander throws two-hit ball over eight innings in Astros' 2-0 victory on Wednesday.
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Myers of Keswick: A British grocery store in the West Village offering 'comforts from home'
"I always like to describe it as a little taste of England," owner Jennifer Myers-Pulidore told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
8 Hands Farm: Regenerative farming takes root on the North Fork
"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.
Zaragoza Deli & Grocery: An East Village home for Mexican family recipes
"That was my dream, to open a small business here," co-owner Pompeyo "Papa" Martinez told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Eddie's Sweet Shop: A '1930s time warp' in Forest Hills where the ice cream is homemade
"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.
The Hungarian Pastry Shop: Purveyor of coffee, cake, and conversation since 1961
"Most of my customers are regulars. They come almost every day, and they feel that this is their home," Panagiotis Binioris said.
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New York City Pride March draws crowd of thousands
Thousands came out for the 2022 New York City Pride March through Manhattan on Sunday.
Juneteenth celebrations held across New York City
Juneteenth celebrations took place across New York City on June 19.
Mermaid Parade returns to Coney Island for 40th anniversary
The famous Mermaid Parade returned to Coney Island on Saturday for its 40th anniversary.
Stars hit the red carpet at the 75th Annual Tony Awards
Stars of stage and screen hit the red carpet for the 75th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday night.
Remembering Ray Liotta through the years
Actor Ray Liotta has died. He was 67.
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First Alert Forecast: CBS2's 7/1 Friday afternoon update
Vanessa Murdock has the Tri-State Area's updated First Alert forecast on CBS2 News At Noon.
Contestants weigh in for Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest
Top-ranked eaters from around the world compete in the contest on July 4.
Broadway's mask mandate ends for at least 1 month
Masks will not be required at most Broadway shows for at least the next month.
New York Aquarium reopens spaces that flooded in Superstorm Sandy
The aquarium spent the last decade rebuilding and making improvements to protect it from future storms.
WNBA star Brittney Griner on trial in Russia
Griner's arrest came at a low point in U.S. relations with Russia, CBS2's Astrid Martinez reports.
