
Pat Quinn, Co-Founder Of Ice Bucket Challenge, Dies At 37
Quinn grew up in Yonkers and was diagnosed with ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease, back in 2013.
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Quinn grew up in Yonkers and was diagnosed with ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease, back in 2013.
Thousands are expected to participate in a "Quinn For The Win" ice bucket challenge at Yonkers Raceway this upcoming Saturday.
There's new hope for victims of Lou Gehrig's disease, and it's thanks largely in part to a huge infusion of research dollars from the "Ice Bucket Challenge."
The man who to helped start the "Ice Bucket Challenge" is speaking out about ALS, even after the disease took his voice. Now, a new program could help other people make their voices heard.
Pete Frates was joined at his home in Massachusetts on Saturday by Democratic U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton, a sponsor of the bill known as the ALS Disability Insurance Access Act.
The ALS Association is crediting money raised through the Ice Bucket Challenge for the discovery of a gene they say is among the most common that contribute to the progressive disease.
A New Jersey community is coming together to give back to a beloved middle school math teacher who has ALS, Lou Gehrig's disease.
On Saturday, the social media campaign made a huge comeback in Central Park.
The 14-time All-Star nominated University of Miami President Donna Shalala, MLB analyst Harold Reynolds, 24 Hour Fitness founder Mark Mastrov and former teammates Robinson Cano and Mariano Rivera.
Catholic leaders are worried about embryonic stem cell research using aborted human fetuses.
The challenge got its start among golfers as a way to support pet charities.
The star shortstop said he was challenging his girlfriend, model Hannah Davis, as well as Jordan and actor Kevin Connolly.
Mike Francesa will be partaking in the Ice Bucket Challenge on Friday. And already some big numbers are being thrown around for the chance to do the honors.
The social media phenomenon began with Yonkers native Pat Quinn, who was diagnosed with Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, last year.
The legendary WFAN afternoon host will do the Ice Bucket Challenge for ALS research on Friday, when the show is broadcast from Bar A in Lake Como, N.J.
Nantucket Police tell the Boston Globe that Corey Griffin dove into the water from the ``Juice Guys'' building at around 2 a.m. Saturday. An off-duty lifeguard was nearby and recovered Griffin, who was pronounced dead at a hospital.
A day after the Jets were doused by members of the Cortlandville Fire Department, the Giants took their turns answering the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, albeit in a bit more subtle fashion.
Christie nominated three other people to complete the challenge within 24 hours or donate $100: Democratic New Jersey U.S. Sen. Cory Booker, Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and late-night TV host Jimmy Fallon.
"Anytime you're challenged by New England, we're going to accept that challenge," head coach Rex Ryan playfully said.
Unless you live in a cave, you've probably seen the videos of people dumping ice water over their heads to raise money and awareness for ALS research.
It's a way to cool off and raise money. The latest online trend has people literally soaking their heads for a good cause.
Police say the victim, a man in his 30s, was unresponsive when they arrived.
We have a Red Alert issued for Saturday and Sunday due to the expected heat, as well as a risk for a few strong storms late Sunday afternoon.
It started at 9 p.m. Saturday and goes until 5 a.m. Sunday.
The CDC says 14 people in 12 states, including New York, have reported illnesses connected to the outbreak.
Police continue to look for 18-year-old Omar Bojang.
Paying the same lease rent amount now is no longer possible.
The Empire State Building was lit up red and white to mark what would have been his 50th birthday.
The case has been identified as positive for Orthopoxvirus, which is the family of viruses monkeypox belongs to.
There was a shooting just before 3 p.m. Saturday in a building within the LeFrak City complex in Corona, Queens.
Paying the same lease rent amount now is no longer possible.
The Empire State Building was lit up red and white to mark what would have been his 50th birthday.
There was a shooting just before 3 p.m. Saturday in a building within the LeFrak City complex in Corona, Queens.
The parade returned to the streets this year after a two year break due to the pandemic.
The new maps were approved late Friday.
The maximum rebate is $250 for up to three children.
Company Mars Wrigley says there's a chance some of those items may have been contaminated with thin metal strands.
The pandemic relief fund passed by Democrats provides $350 billion directly to cities, counties and states.
Formula is more than 40 percent out of stock in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and 27 other states.
A typical year generates about 14 named storms. Experts are forecasting anywhere from 17-19 named storms this year.
It started at 9 p.m. Saturday and goes until 5 a.m. Sunday.
Witnesses told CBS2 they saw people running and assumed it could be something much worse.
Authorities remind homeowners that bears are attracted by the smell of food.
Generations of students have heard Daniel Gill's story.
Toll evaders cost the agencies millions of dollars and officials are determined to go after drivers who break the law to avoid paying them.
Saturday could be downright dangerous with a combination of hot temperatures, ocean riptides and no lifeguards.
Lazar died two days after his 10th birthday, suffering an epileptic seizure during a Little League game.
It was an operation that closed 200 cases and executed 116 arrests, of which 69 involved gang members.
Another place in Deer Park was also raided. The investigation started after complaints over multiple code violations.
For 25 years, the nonprofit has splashed walls of burn units, treatment centers and special needs camps.
The new maps were approved late Friday.
The new map still leaves in place the new 12th District in Manhattan, which will result in longtime Reps. Jerry Nadler and Carolyn Maloney running against each other.
He said Friday he plans to run for Congress in the redrawn 10th District that includes his address in western Brooklyn and part of Manhattan.
CBS2's Marcia Kramer experienced firsthand Thursday how effective the scanning system can be.
"I am proud to assure them that they have the full, total, complete backing of the United States of America," the president said.
The New York City health department sent out an alert to all medical providers about monkeypox Friday after confirming one person tested positive for Orthopoxvirus, which is the family of viruses monkeypox belongs to.
New York City's health department says a patient is being treated for a presumptive positive case of monkeypox. The CDC still has to confirm the case with its own testing.
The World Health Organization says monkeypox has been reported in 11 countries that don't normally have the disease, including the United States. There are about 80 confirmed cases, and there's a possible case in New York City. CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis has what you need to know.
According to health experts, it's not a goal most women are able to achieve.
The Support and Connection Center, the only mental health care center of its kind in the city, opened in East Harlem back in 2020 to address substance abuse and mental illness. CBS2's Jessi Mitchell shows us how the center is changing lives.
The Empire State Building was lit up red and white to mark what would have been his 50th birthday.
Dozens of music industry heavy hitters stepped out for Biggie Smalls.
When CBS2's Maurice DuBois got a call from comedy show "Desus & Mero" on Showtime to a guest on their show, he had no idea what he'd be walking into.
The cast of "MJ the Musical" paid tribute to another music legend in the audience Thursday night.
Brooklyn-born rapper Christopher Wallace was murdered at age 24. The case remains unsolved.
Donaldson said that in the first inning, "I called him Jackie."
The Rangers have managed one goal in the first two games.
The rainout buys the Yankees an extra day to sort out their banged-up bullpen.
The forecast calls for 3 to 5 inches of snow at Coors Field.
New York lost for just the second time in 11 games and is still a major-league best 28-10.
For hard-to-find flavors from faraway continents, professional chefs and home cooks flock to a specialty food store founded in 1944.
Multiple generations are working side-by-side to pursue a dream they didn't know they had.
"When you can say you've kept a customer, a loyal customer, for 60, 70, 80 years, through the generations, then you know that you've had a successful business," co-owner Lou Di Palo told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"I walk in here every day, and I feel the legacy of my family," fourth-generation owner Alice Goldberg told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"It doesn't really matter who you are. You're welcome here," co-owner Victorious De Costa told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Ten people were killed and three were injured in a mass shooting at a Buffalo supermarket on May 14, 2022.
This year's theme is Gilded Glamour, and the stars are dripping in opulence.
The Mets unveiled the long-awaited Tom Seaver statue before their sold-out home opener at Citi Field on April 15, 2022.
Nearly two dozen people were injured in a shooting and smoke bomb attack aboard a Brooklyn subway Tuesday.
The Yankees opened the 2022 season with a walk-off win in extra innings against the Boston Red Sox.
A curfew went into effect Saturday night in Long Branch.
A beloved bakery on the Upper West Side is closing its doors for good. The small family-owned shop brought big love to the community for three decades. As CBS2's Dave Carlin reports, it managed to pull through the pandemic, but now it's the end of the line.
There was a special tribute Saturday night for Brooklyn's own Notorious B.I.G.
Gun violence has claimed another life in New York City. There was a shooting just before 3 p.m. Saturday in a building within the LeFrak City complex in Corona, Queens.
A runner in the Brooklyn Half Marathon died just after crossing the finishing line Saturday; CBS2's Thalia Perez reports.