Nearly 4 tons of donated aid from N.J. arrives in Ukraine
Sasha Chmerkovskiy started a donation drive in Fort Lee earlier this month.
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3.8 tons of humanitarian aid arrives in Ukraine from N.J.
Nearly 4 tons of humanitarian aid from New Jersey has arrived in Ukraine.
N.J. donation drive collects tens of thousands of items for Ukraine
The response has been overwhelming. One truck after another dropped off donated goods -- 40,000 and counting.
Donations pour in for New Jersey man's efforts to help Ukraine
An effort in New Jersey to help Ukraine has grown exponentially in a matter of days with people from all over the country pitching in. It was all started by the father of well-known professional dancers; CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
Snapshot NY: John Damato follows MMA dream after heart transplant
As a heart transplant recipient, Damato experienced unimaginable pain. Now, he's dishing it out. CBS2's Steve Overmyer reports.
Heart transplant recipient following MMA dreams
As a heart transplant recipient, he's experienced unimaginable pain. Now, he's dishing it out.
Snapshot NY: Heart transplant recipient following MMA fighting dreams
February is Heart Health Month. Heart disease is the number one cause of death worldwide, but those affected do have a lifeline -- the transplant. One recipient is the focus of this week's Snapshot New York with Steve Overmyer.
1 Killed In Fiery Car Crash In Leonia, Police Searching For Possible Witnesses
Investigators believe the occupants of a sedan stopped and got out of their vehicle at the scene of the crash, then got back into the sedan and drove off.
Battle Brewing In Fort Lee Over Proposed Multi-Purpose Athletic Field And More Inside Palisades Interstate Park
Residents in Fort Lee are pushing back on a proposed plan that would remove trees from a park and replace them with fields and asphalt.
Raging Fire At Fort Lee, NJ Apartment Building Under Investigation; No Serious Injuries Reported
The fire impacted power in the area for several hours. More than 100 customers remained without electricity Sunday morning.
Firefighters Battle Blaze At Fort Lee Apartment Building
Intense flames could be seen coming out of windows and thick black smoke poured from the building.
Andrew Mendez Allegedly Pulled Fake Gun, Sexually Assaulted Ride Share Driver, Prosecutors Say
The driver managed to get out of her car and call the police.
Teens In New Jersey, New York Spark Joy With Massive Programmed Holiday Light Displays
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Election 2020: New Jersey's Vote-By-Mail System Makes For No Lines In Fort Lee
The fact that more than 3.5 million voters already cast their ballots by mail meant lines were nonexistent Tuesday morning in Fort Lee, New Jersey.
Shooting At Hotel In Fort Lee, N.J. Leaves Man In Critical Condition
The Bergen County Sheriff's Office confirmed one person was shot at the Holiday Inn around 3:15 p.m. Thursday.
'It's An Indescribable Feeling': NJ Man Donates Kidney To Father In Need Of Transplant After Surgery Was Delayed By Pandemic
For the past few months, the longtime owner of Linwood Pizza in Fort Lee was not only struggling to keep his business alive, the 64-year-old was fighting to survive himself.
Coronavirus Update: Number Of Cases Continues To Climb Across Tri-State; New Jersey's 1st Patient Speaks Out
New York now has the largest number of confirmed cases in the country.
N.J. Officials Say They Have 2 Presumptive Coronavirus Cases
The first patient is a health care worker in his 30s who has an apartment in Fort Lee. The second patient is being treated at Englewood Hospital.
Commuter Alert: Water Main Break Shuts Down Route 4 In Fort Lee
Crews continue working to repair a water main break that closed a section of Route 4 early Wednesday morning.
Exclusive: Port Authority To Delay Carpool Discount Ban
Back in October, CBS2 demanded answers from the Port Authority about why it planned to cancel the carpool discount. On Tuesday, sources confirmed that our reporting got action.
So Far, Port Authority Has Not Budged On Its Idea Of Eliminating GWB Carpool Discount
A New Jersey lawmaker is pushing back against a Port Authority plan to do away with a carpool discount at the George Washington Bridge and Holland and Lincoln tunnels.
RV Fire Causes Commuter Delays Along NJ Turnpike Near Fort Lee
A traffic camera shows thick white smoke rising from an RV just before the entrance to the George Washington Bridge.
Whose Bright Idea Was This? Port Authority Of N.Y. & N.J. Doing Away With Discount Carpool Lanes
It's apparently one of the best-kept secrets among some commuters using Port Authority crossings -- the discount carpool plan.
Stabbing Incident Prompts Daycare Center To Go Into Lockdown
The incident happened around 7:00 a.m. Thursday morning at an apartment complex on Executive Drive.
Hundreds Of NJ Residents Forced To Rebuild Lives After Devastating Apartment Fire
The fire began in the basement of the Fort Lee building around 4 p.m. on Valentine's Day. It wasn't long before the building was completely consumed.
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R. Kelly sentenced to 30 years in prison
Kelly was accused of using his celebrity status and a network of people to target girls, boys and young women for sex.
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Experts remind public to leave fireworks to professionals
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Fishermen catch small shark at Nassau County beach
Once on the sand, they removed the hook and released the shark.
Crews begin setting up for Macy's 4th of July Fireworks
Crews started setting up the 96,000 pounds of pyrotechnics Wednesday.
Officials report increase in guns found at Newark Airport
The TSA says 80% of the firearms were loaded.
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Crews begin setting up for Macy's 4th of July Fireworks
Crews started setting up the 96,000 pounds of pyrotechnics Wednesday.
Ohio couple charged in multi-state sex trafficking ring
The alleged crimes occurred throughout the Tri-State Area, as well as in Pennsylvania, Delaware and Massachusetts.
Giuliani's former Ukraine fixer gets 20 months in prison
Addressing the court, Parnas sobbed and apologized to those who had lost money investing in his business ventures.
Gowanus Dredgers Canoe Club hosts 4th annual Pride Paddle
New Yorkers celebrated the end of Pride month in a unique way, by navigating the infamous Gowanus Canal by canoe
Video of man with gun in subway station sparks concealed carry concerns
Police say the passenger is former law enforcement and was defending himself, so he was not charged.
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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.
For first time ever, average gas prices in New York hits $5
Drivers across the Tri-State Area continue to feel the squeeze at the pump.
Drivers hoping for relief as gas prices again hit record highs
The national average for a gallon of regular reached $4.87 on Monday. It's even more expensive in the Tri-State Area.
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Officials report increase in guns found at Newark Airport
The TSA says 80% of the firearms were loaded.
Police searching for suspects after car plows into N.J. flower shop
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The incident happened around 7 p.m. Monday at a home on Beechwood Drive.
Harassing packages sent to former NJ home of Samuel Alito
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Port Authority asks flyers to pre-book parking at airports
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Experts remind public to leave fireworks to professionals
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Fishermen catch small shark at Nassau County beach
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Strangers, social media help woman get back dresses she left on LIRR
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Nassau County rolling out "vaxmobile" for children
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Police: Missing 10-year-old from North Bellport found safe
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Former aide on Jan. 6 warnings, pardon requests, and Trump trying to grab the wheel
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Gov. Kathy Hochul and Congressman Lee Zeldin will go toe-to-toe in November.
Harassing packages sent to former NJ home of Samuel Alito
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Mayor Eric Adams says Rudy Giuliani should be investigated in slap probe
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Westchester County passes law allowing women safe access to abortion
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Second day of long lines for monkeypox vaccine at Chelsea health clinic
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Hundreds line up for monkeypox vaccine in New York City
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Off-Broadway events offer affordable, family-friendly fun
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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.
Jimmy Awards honor high school musical theater performers
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Verlander dominant, sends Mets to first 3-game losing streak of season
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Video of a man pulling out a gun in a subway station is sparking new concerns about concealed weapons in New York City. Police say the man was defending himself, so he was not charged. CBS2's Lisa Rozner looks into whether other passengers could soon resort to using guns as self-defense, too.
