New York suspends gas tax for 6 months
As gas prices reach record highs, drivers are getting a little bit of relief at the pump. As CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports, the state is suspending 16 cents of its gas tax.
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As gas prices reach record highs, drivers are getting a little bit of relief at the pump. As CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports, the state is suspending 16 cents of its gas tax.
75 gas stations slashed their prices to show how much New Jersey drivers could save by pumping gas themselves, CBS2's Natalie Duddridge reports.
For one day only, filling up your gas tank at select stations across New Jersey won't cost you the financial headache. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
In the Northeast, a gallon of diesel fuel has doubled, averaging $6.10 on Monday versus $3.05 a year ago.
In the Northeast, a gallon of diesel fuel has doubled, averaging $6.10 on Monday versus $3.05 a year ago, CBS2's Tony Aiello reports.
Angel Alvarez-Michel, 38, allegedly obtained the card and also had a modified gas tank that held 25 more gallons.
CBS2's Jessica Moore explains why.
CBS2's Marcia Kramer has the story.
The suspension will cut the price of gas in the state by 25 cents per gallon for three months.
They say surging fuel prices and Uber's commission on driver trips are crippling their livelihood.
With the rise in gas prices, the debate grows about letting employees work from home. Financial expert Sibile Marcellus spoke with CBS2's Chris Wragge and Mary Calvi about the issue.
As gas prices surge to record highs, drivers in Connecticut could see some relief soon.
The average price for a gallon of regular is more than $4.40 in New York.
Long Island's Republican state senators and local representatives will hold a press conference Friday morning.
Economists hope pandemic price hikes driven by high demand and supple chain problems will ease soon.
Long Island sets all-time high Tuesday with average per-gallon price of $4.35, while New York City was at $4.36.
The administration had been reluctant to take this step out of concern for soaring gas prices, but has been under increasing political and public pressure to enact the ban.
Some consumers said gas prices are hitting especially hard because they just restarted commuting to work. CBS2's Meg Baker reports.
The crisis in Ukraine is among the factors causing gas prices to soar here at home.
Many Americans feel the economic squeeze is likely to grow tighter, thanks to the war in Eastern Europe. CBS2's Tony Aiello spoke with some experts for a look at what to expect.
Experts say the increase is spiked by worries over instability in Eastern Europe.
Sen. Chuck Schumer called on President Joe Biden to tap into the nation's Strategic Petroleum Reserve to provide temporary relief at the pump, especially ahead of holiday travel.
After pandemic lows, we're now seeing some of the highest gas prices in years.
Right now, there is no plan to ration gas in New Jersey. The governor says he is in touch with the federal government on the Colonial Pipeline shutdown.
Days after the attack, which impacted a pipelines that supplies about 45% of fuel consumed on the East Coast, President Joe Biden spoke about federal efforts to take down "ransomware criminals."
Drumming, dance and hands-on workshops marked the 18th year the Brooklyn Children's Museum is hosting what leaders call New York City's largest family Kwanzaa festival.
It happened at the corner of Warburton and Ashburton Avenues at around 1:15 p.m.
A major winter storm is barreling down on the Tri-State Area, as New York and New Jersey both declared a state of emergency.
Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina blasted CVS for not releasing the surveillance video to police.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Drumming, dance and hands-on workshops marked the 18th year the Brooklyn Children's Museum is hosting what leaders call New York City's largest family Kwanzaa festival.
It happened at the corner of Warburton and Ashburton Avenues at around 1:15 p.m.
A major winter storm is barreling down on the Tri-State Area, as New York and New Jersey both declared a state of emergency.
Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina blasted CVS for not releasing the surveillance video to police.
Trees will be turned into wood chips that are used to nourish other trees and plants across New York City.
A major winter storm is barreling down on the Tri-State Area, as New York and New Jersey both declared a state of emergency.
Shovels and plows will be out later Friday as people in New York City and the surrounding area prepare for a blast of winter.
It's a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to accumulating snow that could be heavy at times.
Forecast model data continues to suggest that a general 4–8-inch snowfall is likely with this system.
We've issued a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to snow.
A major winter storm is barreling down on the Tri-State Area, as New York and New Jersey both declared a state of emergency.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Shovels and plows will be out later Friday as people in New York City and the surrounding area prepare for a blast of winter.
It's a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to accumulating snow that could be heavy at times.
Forecast model data continues to suggest that a general 4–8-inch snowfall is likely with this system.
A major winter storm is barreling down on the Tri-State Area, as New York and New Jersey both declared a state of emergency.
Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina blasted CVS for not releasing the surveillance video to police.
Shovels and plows will be out later Friday as people in New York City and the surrounding area prepare for a blast of winter.
It's a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to accumulating snow that could be heavy at times.
In Levittown, volunteers spent Christmas morning making dreams come true for children from struggling families.
Strikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria come after President Trump spent weeks accusing the West African country's government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.
Mamdani's team says the group of 48 includes "people from across fields and communities" and are "New Yorkers whose creativity, leadership and lived experience reflect the full life of the city."
The Justice Department said the process of releasing the Epstein files may take "a few more weeks" due to the volume of materials.
A federal judge has given a green light to New York's so-called Green Light Law, rejecting the Trump administration's bid to stop the state from giving people driver's licenses without having them prove they're in the country legally.
Leaders in Paterson, N.J., are pushing back against Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard's remarks suggesting the city is working to impose Islamic law.
A spike in measles cases in Rockland County has New York health officials urging families to get vaccinated.
Researchers on Long Island say they've found physical evidence of PTSD in World Trade Center first responders.
In New York, cases of flu, RSV and COVID have spiked since Thanksgiving.
There are at least 500 sudden and unexpected deaths in the city each year, and in roughly a fifth of those cases, a genetic cause can be detected.
UnitedHealthcare and NewYork-Presbyterian have roughly two weeks to reach an agreement or thousands of Medicare Advantage members could be forced to find care elsewhere.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Comedian and actor Bowen Yang performed his final sketch on "SNL" Saturday night, after announcing his unexpected mid-season exit from the show.
A judge Friday voided the conviction of one of the two men found guilty of the 2002 killing of Run-D.M.C. star Jam Master Jay.
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Adam Pelech scored the tiebreaking goal late in the third period, and the New York Islanders beat the New Jersey Devils 2-1 on Tuesday night.
Taylor Raddysh and Alexis Lafreniere scored 68 seconds apart in a five-goal third period for the New York Rangers in a 7-3 win over the Washington Capitals on Tuesday.
Anthony Edwards scored 38 points to help the Minnesota Timberwolves beat former teammate Karl-Anthony Towns for the first time and hold off the New York Knicks 115-104.
Michael Porter Jr. scored 28 points, as the Brooklyn Nets beat the Philadelphia 76ers 114-106.
The Mets jettisoned another core player Monday, trading second baseman Jeff McNeil to the Athletics for minor league right-hander Yordan Rodriguez.
Drumming, dance and hands-on workshops marked the 18th year the Brooklyn Children's Museum is hosting what leaders call New York City's largest family Kwanzaa festival.
Federal funding cuts have left local organizations struggling to meet growing needs, prompting a borough-wide fundraising push to support food access, housing and other essential services.
What began as a middle school project has grown into hundreds of handwritten messages left across New York City, offering encouragement to strangers and revealing how a small gesture can resonate for weeks.
NYC says center-running bus lanes will speed up commutes and improve safety on one of Brooklyn's busiest corridors, but critics aren't so sure.
Nine Brooklyn Football Club partner bars are collecting shelf-stable food and winter coats to benefit 10 local schools.
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.
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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.
Now in its 18th year, museum leaders say the event has become the largest family Kwanzaa celebration in New York City and a yearly tradition for many Brooklyn families.
A Long Island CVS employee was stabbed to death on Christmas night.
Craig Allen has the Tri-State Area's updated First Alert Forecast on CBS News New York.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul shared her top concerns with the major winter storm hitting the Tri-State Area.
The bus driver was the only person on the bus and suffered minor injuries.
