Residents fed up with hazardous conditions at McCarren Park dog run
Dilapidated conditions and poor drainage at McCarren Park has gotten the blame for a pair of outbreaks.
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More Questions Than Answers After Rescue Dog Electrocuted On Street In Greenpoint, Brooklyn
On Tuesday, plastic barriers blocked off the spot where authorities say a light fixture had previously been removed, but wires underneath the plate were somehow still conducting electricity.
Con Edison: 2 People Electrically Shocked While Walking Dog In Greenpoint
There was a freak accident on a Brooklyn sidewalk on Monday night.
Student, 14, Arrested With Loaded Handgun At Brooklyn High School
The school safety officers union told CBS2 the 14-year-old student put his book bag through the X-ray machine, and officers found a loaded .38 caliber revolver inside.
Suspected Vandal Surrenders After Barricading Self Inside Brooklyn Water Tower
Chopper 2 was over the scene when then man eventually climbed down the tower ladder.
Family Of CBS2 Reporter Nina Kapur Takes Legal Action Against Driver, Revel And New York City For Fatal Moped Accident
Nina's uncle spoke with CBS2 on behalf of her parents. They are still too emotionally broken to express their pain, but are sending a powerful message through the legal system.
Brooklyn Man Thomas Tamborski Accused Of Spying On Female Roommates With Hidden Cameras
He allegedly recorded a 33-year-old woman back in December 2018, and then a 24-year-old between Dec. 2020 and Jan. 2021.
Caught On Video: Postal Worker Badly Beaten By Men On Dirt Bikes While On The Job In Brooklyn
A mail carrier is recovering after suffering several broken bones in his face. Police said he was assaulted by at least two men on dirt bikes and they remain at large.
Mayor De Blasio, Con Edison Urge New Yorkers To Immediately Reduce Electricity Usage On Day 4 Of Heat Wave
Crews have been working around the clock to make sure the grid stays operational and working to restore any outages as quickly as possible.
Greenpoint Community Demands Changes To McGuinness Boulevard After Beloved Teacher Is Killed In Hit-And-Run
Lawmakers joined forces, demanding a change to McGuinness Boulevard, which local residents say is not safe despite efforts to lower the speed limit and install speed cameras in school zones.
NYPD Investigating Possible Hate Crime After Statue Of Polish Hero Father Jerzy Popiełuszko Is Vandalized
Sunday, the monument in McCarren Park was covered in trash, a garbage bag was over the statue's head and the words "no Polish" were scrawled on the stone.
Rods, Lures, And Mid-Century Furniture? Dream Fishing Tackle Offers Unlikely Combination From Greenpoint Father And Daughter
"It kind of all collided together," co-owner Barbara Piskorska told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
See It: Dolphins Spotted Swimming In East River Near Greenpoint, Brooklyn
Dr. Howard Rosenbaum, director of the Wildlife Conservation Society's ocean giants program, says they appear to be common dolphins, but their appearance in the river is anything but.
Singer-Songwriter Priya Darshini Up For Grammy Award For Debut Album Recorded Inside Brooklyn Church
Her album was recorded at a church in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, with a single microphone. The session lasted 12 hours.
FDNY Responds To Partial Crane Collapse In Greenpoint, Brooklyn
The FDNY said it responded to Commercial and Clay streets in Greenpoint just before 4 p.m. The collapse happened at a 31-story building under construction.
MTV Makes Most Of Challenging Times, Puts On Socially Distant Video Music Awards All Over New York City
The coronavirus pandemic didn't stop one of music's biggest nights from happening.
WATCH: Hit-And-Run Driver Plows Into Outdoor Cafe Seating In Brooklyn; 1 Injured
Police say a driver rammed into an outdoor seating area in Greenpoint, Brooklyn on Thursday, and kept going.
Forgotten Families: Family Living In Shelter Says City Staff Dropped The Ball When They Tried To Move Before Peak Of Coronavirus Pandemic
The lease was signed March 16. Two months later -- nothing.
Missing Greenpoint Woman's Body Recovered From Water Under Kosciuszko Bridge
The NYPD has confirmed the identity of a body found in the water near the Kosciuszko Bridge as that of a missing woman who was last in church last Sunday.
Caught On Camera: Man Arrested After Pouring Juice On Altar In Brooklyn Church During Mass
Cameras caught the suspect interrupting this past Sunday's mass at the St. Anthony of Padua Church in Greenpoint.
Firefighters Battle Early-Morning Blaze At Brooklyn Warehouse
The fire broke out around 2:30 a.m. at a building on Van Dam Street and Nassau Avenue in Greenpoint.
Firefighters Injured Battling Massive Warehouse Blaze In Greenpoint, Brooklyn
Flames broke out shortly before 12:30 a.m. inside a two-story restaurant supply building on Monitor Street.
Police: Stranger Stabs Woman In Greenpoint
She was stabbed in her torso and neck area and was rushed to Woodhull Hospital for treatment.
Locals Outraged When Polish Language Taken Off Park Signs
In one very public place, the Polish language suddenly went from widespread to wiped out, scrubbed from official signs.
Abandoned Luxury Vehicle That's Been Stinking Up Brooklyn Neighborhood On The Move
Early Wednesday morning, CBS2 found the car about six blocks away from where it was first parked.
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Protests break out as Tri-State Area leaders sound off on Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade
Local leaders and residents across the Tri-State Area are reacting to Friday's bombshell decision.
Brian Laundrie's written confession to Gabby Petito killing released: "I ended her life"
The attorney for Brian Laundrie's family has released images of a notebook where Laundrie confessed to killing Gabby Petito. In an eight page letter, Laundrie said "I ended her life."
Rallies, marches kick off Pride Weekend in New York City
The city's Pride March is Sunday, returning fully in person for the first time since the pandemic.
Police: Child struck by ice cream truck in Brooklyn
Police say a 52-year-old man was driving a Mister Softee truck when he struck an 11-year-old riding a bicycle.
Nassau Police disable improvised "soda bomb" device left near elementary school gate
Nassau Police say it was a student's father who made the discovery this morning, the last day of school.
2 planes partially collide on tarmac at Newark Airport
United Airlines says two of its planes made contact on the tarmac before departing.
Supreme Court strikes down Roe v. Wade in seismic shift for abortion rights
The Supreme Court issued its highly anticipated decision in a case involving a Mississippi law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
NY lawmakers to mull post-Supreme Court gun bills next week
Hochul called the decision "reckless and reprehensible" as she announced she will convene a special session.
Broadway's "Chicago" celebrates 10,000th performance
"Chicago" is only the second Broadway show in history to play 10,000 performances.
NYPD: Detective hurt in Brooklyn stray-bullet shooting was hit by shattered glass
Police said the shooter was on a sidewalk and fired at a passing car, but hit the driver's side window of the patrol car.
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Rallies, marches kick off Pride Weekend in New York City
The city's Pride March is Sunday, returning fully in person for the first time since the pandemic.
Police: Child struck by ice cream truck in Brooklyn
Police say a 52-year-old man was driving a Mister Softee truck when he struck an 11-year-old riding a bicycle.
NY lawmakers to mull post-Supreme Court gun bills next week
Hochul called the decision "reckless and reprehensible" as she announced she will convene a special session.
Broadway's "Chicago" celebrates 10,000th performance
"Chicago" is only the second Broadway show in history to play 10,000 performances.
FDNY high school graduation ceremony on Randall's Island
The school prepares students for future careers as emergency responders.
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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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2 planes partially collide on tarmac at Newark Airport
United Airlines says two of its planes made contact on the tarmac before departing.
95-year-old WWII vet finally receives high school diploma
Now 95 and blessed with a massive family, Lyndhurst High School grad says he still enjoys many of life's pleasures.
N.J. couple recalls escape from Surfside condo collapse
"The hardest part is knowing you walked out and other people didn't," Janette Aguero said.
Murphy asks NJ lawmakers to look into creating gun-free zones
Murphy called the Supreme Court's ruling on firearm carry laws an outrage.
N.J. Six Flags park welcomes litter of Siberian tigers
The five cubs were born on May 2.
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Brian Laundrie's written confession to Gabby Petito killing released: "I ended her life"
The attorney for Brian Laundrie's family has released images of a notebook where Laundrie confessed to killing Gabby Petito. In an eight page letter, Laundrie said "I ended her life."
Nassau Police disable improvised "soda bomb" device left near elementary school gate
Nassau Police say it was a student's father who made the discovery this morning, the last day of school.
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.
Many on Long Island hail SCOTUS gun-carry law decision as big victory
They say New York's rule was arbitrary, adding the more people carrying guns to protect themselves, the safer we'll all be.
LI library reverses ban on Pride displays in children's area
During an emergency meeting, the Smithtown Library Board of Trustees voted to put the displays back up.
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Local leaders react to supreme court overturning Roe v. Wade
The 1973 decision that established the right to an abortion across the country.
Supreme Court strikes down Roe v. Wade in seismic shift for abortion rights
The Supreme Court issued its highly anticipated decision in a case involving a Mississippi law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
NY lawmakers to mull post-Supreme Court gun bills next week
Hochul called the decision "reckless and reprehensible" as she announced she will convene a special session.
SCOTUS ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade could impact N.Y. governor's race
In a blue state like New York, political experts say the ruling is the political equivalent of manna from heaven.
Hochul, Adams vow to protect abortion access in New York
New York could very well become the country's abortion capital.
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Second day of long lines for monkeypox vaccine at Chelsea health clinic
The Chelsea Sexual Health Clinic opened at 11 a.m., but the line for a vaccine started forming outside about three hours earlier.
Hundreds line up for monkeypox vaccine in New York City
Demand was so high that it overwhelmed capacity and forced the city cut off walk-ins.
FDA bans Juul e-cigarettes from the U.S. market
Regulator's decision comes amid concerns that an epidemic of underage vaping will hook a new generation on nicotine.
Kids begin receiving COVID vaccine at Cohen Children's Medical Center
The CDC authorized the shots over the weekend and now they are available to roughly 20 million children in the U.S.
NYC launches COVID vaccine sites for children under 5
Mayor Eric Adams and Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan toured a site ahead of its opening in Times Square, reassuring parents the vaccines are safe and effective.
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Broadway's "Chicago" celebrates 10,000th performance
"Chicago" is only the second Broadway show in history to play 10,000 performances.
Madonna appears at Terminal 5 to kick off Pride weekend
Madonna was only recently announced as a performer at the sold-out show.
Rapper Lil TJay 1 of 2 people shot overnight near shopping plaza in Edgewater, New Jersey
Police say another victim was found just down the road at a gas station. Three arrests have been made.
Shakespeare in the Park celebrates 60 years of summer public theater
Tuesday night was the first preview performance of "Richard III."
CBS2 catches up with former Menudo member Cesar Abreu
The Washington Heights resident and NYU grad said he is living his truth as he moves on with next stages of his career.
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Verlander pitches Astros to win, ends Yanks' home streak
New York lost for just the fourth time in its last 23 games overall.
Lindor homers, knocks in 4 as Mets top Marlins
Lindor gave the Mets a quick lead with his solo shot in the first.
Judge, Yanks agree to $19 million deal, avoid hearing
The slugger remains on track to become a free agent after the World Series.
AP source: Kemba Walker trade to Pistons among Knicks' moves
That was among the multiple deals made by the Knicks as they apparently eye salary cap space for future moves.
Payday: Judge wins it for Yankees on eve of salary showdown
New York extended its home winning streak to 15 games, the team's longest since 1961.
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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.
'The melting pot starts' at Kalustyan's in Midtown
For hard-to-find flavors from faraway continents, professional chefs and home cooks flock to a specialty food store founded in 1944.
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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.
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.
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First Alert Forecast: CBS2 6/24 Nightly Weather at 11PM
CBS2's John Elliott has your First Alert Forecast for June 24 at 11 p.m.
Celebrations kick off Pride Weekend in New York City
Pride Weekend is kicking off with celebrations around New York City ahead of Sunday's march. CBS2's Thalia Perez has more on the festivities.
Police: Child riding bike struck by ice cream truck in Brooklyn
Police say a child is critically hurt after being struck by an ice cream truck in Brooklyn.
2 United planes make contact at Newark Airport, no injuries
There was an accident involving two airplanes at Newark Liberty International Airport on Friday.
Tri-State Area residents react to Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade ruling
There was disappointment and jubilation after the Supreme Court's ruling on Roe v. Wade was announced Friday. CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis has more reaction.
