Westchester Exec. George Latimer considering run for Congress
The Westchester County executive would take on incumbent Congressman Jamaal Bowman in the 2024 Democratic primary.
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Rep. Jamaal Bowman has heated exchange over gun control with GOP rep.
A shouting match between two congressmen on Capitol Hill was caught on video in the wake of Monday's school shooting in Nashville, where three children and three adults were killed. One of the congressmen was Rep. Jamaal Bowman, of New York's 16th District, whose passion about school shootings goes beyond politics. CBS2's Doug Williams reports.
Rep. Bowman has heated gun control exchange with GOP rep.
Bowman, a former teacher, was reacting to the school shooting in Nashville.
Rep. Jamaal Bowman comments on Nashville school shooting
New York Democratic Congressman Jamaal Bowman, a former teacher, commented Tuesday on the tragedy in Nashville.
Universal Hip Hop Museum gets millions of dollars in federal aid
Rappers and local leaders were on hand at the construction site in the Bronx to say thank you for the $5 million the museum will soon receive. CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
Universal Hip Hop Museum gets $5 million in federal funding
The federal grant will go toward completing construction of the museum, funding K-12 educational programming, and building affordable housing in the surrounding neighborhood. CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
Universal Hip Hop Museum in getting $5 million funding boost
Hip hop legends KRS-One, Roxanne Shante, Grandmaster Flash and Eric B. attended the announcement.
Texas school shooting vigils held around Tri-State Area
Uvalde, Texas is 2,000 miles away, but the pain from the shooting was felt and seen on the faces of those in attendance.
NAACP Angered Over Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano's Remarks On Recent Arrest Of Rep. Jamaal Bowman For Supporting Voting Rights
The NAACP is among a group of organizations demanding an apology from the mayor of Yonkers over a remark he made about Congressman Jamaal Bowman on a radio show.
Rep. Jamaal Bowman Introduces Green New Deal For Public Schools
The $1.43 billion proposal includes upgrading school buildings to be more energy efficient. It also calls for reducing class size and adding social services.
New York Lawmakers Call For Funding For Youth Violence Reduction Program
Sen. Chuck Schumer, Congressman Jamaal Bowman and Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez are urging their fellow lawmakers to provide nearly $400,000 to the program, which was started by Jacobi Hospital in 2014.
Watch: NY Leaders, Members Of NYC Congressional Delegation Respond To Riot At U.S. Capitol
Local leaders and members of New York City's congressional delegation responded to Wednesday's riot at the U.S. Capitol.
Election 2020: Democrat Jamaal Bowman Wins Race In 16th Congressional District
Add another new face to New York's congressional delegation.
Campaign 2020: Political Newcomer Jamaal Bowman Defeats 16-Term Rep. Eliot Engel
Bowman campaigned on the message that Engel, the 73-year-old chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, had lost touch with his economically and racially diverse district.
Pundit: Likely Results Of Primaries Indicate New York Congressional Delegation Moving In A New Direction
The final tally for New York's Congressional primaries may not be known for weeks, but one thing is certain: there will be a sea change in the delegation's priorities.
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East Harlem store among the locations Target is closing due to thefts
The ongoing problem has prompted the company to close several stores across the country next month.
Stores looted in Center City Philadelphia on Tuesday night
CBS Philadelphia was on the scene where they saw a large roving group looting several stores throughout Center City.
Austin Wells' 2-run blast in 9th lifts Yankees over Blue Jays
With the 2-0 win, the Bombers improved to a major league-best 18-9 since Aug. 28.
Magic Johnson visits the Bronx, talks about importance of RSV vaccination
Doctors say this is typically a time when respiratory viruses start to spread.
Owner of bus that crashed upstate was on N.Y. unacceptable operator list
New York Department of Transportation says Regency Transportation was on the list because of failed inspections.
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East Harlem store among the locations Target is closing due to thefts
The ongoing problem has prompted the company to close several stores across the country next month.
Magic Johnson visits the Bronx, talks about importance of RSV vaccination
Doctors say this is typically a time when respiratory viruses start to spread.
Owner of bus that crashed upstate was on N.Y. unacceptable operator list
New York Department of Transportation says Regency Transportation was on the list because of failed inspections.
New Rochelle neighbors exasperated over "Swiss cheese" house
The house is in a sad state, and neighbors say the situation really stinks.
L.I. radio station works with nonprofit to help Latino community
Thanks to a radio station, a law firm and a nonprofit coming together, more people are getting the help they need.
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First Alert Weather: Cool and breezy with lingering rain showers
We're in for another breezy day with lingering drizzle and highs in the low 60s.
First Alert Forecast: Yellow Alert Sunday as Ophelia's remnants soak our area
While what Ophelia delivers won't be as intense as what was seen on Saturday, it's enough to warrant a Yellow Alert for all of Sunday.
Ophelia downgraded to Tropical Depression
As Ophelia slowly moves north, effects will still be felt across our area through Sunday.
First Alert Weather: Red Alert as Topical Storm Ophelia heads toward NYC
Friday we'll see increasing clouds ahead of the storm that will likely impact your Saturday plans. Stick with CBS New York for the latest forecast and weather alerts.
First Alert Weather: Another nice day, before rain moves back in
Today we'll see mostly sunshine and low humidity with temperatures in the low 70s, but our First Alert Weather team is tracking rain that could impact your weekend plans.
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With gov shutdown looming, Rep. Gottenheimer criticizes "far-right extremists"
Congress was in crisis mode Tuesday, trying to pass four short-term spending bills to keep some parts open.
Booker joins list of lawmakers calling for Menendez to resign
Booker released a statement Tuesday morning, a day after Menendez spoke publicly about the claims against him.
First Alert Weather: Cool and breezy with lingering rain showers
We're in for another breezy day with lingering drizzle and highs in the low 60s.
Free COVID tests available again ahead of expected fall and winter surge
Starting Monday, anyone can go to COVIDtests.gov to order up to four free at-home COVID tests per household.
Sen. Bob Menendez not stepping down after bribery indictment
Menendez has said the claims are false and he will not step down from Congress.
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L.I. radio station works with nonprofit to help Latino community
Thanks to a radio station, a law firm and a nonprofit coming together, more people are getting the help they need.
Long Island wearing green to support Farmingdale High School
Two adults were killed and five students were critically injured in last week's crash in Orange County.
First responders want "crash gate" to improve I-84 response times
The volunteer first responders average one call a week for incidents on I-84, but the nearest interstate entrance is 4 miles from the firehouse.
NYPD swears in Dr. Lynn O'Connor, first Black female police surgeon
O'Connor, the chief of colorectal surgery at Mercy Hospital on Long Island and a mother of one, comes from a law enforcement family and says service is in her blood.
Farmingdale remembers "pillars of the community" killed in bus crash
Trip chaperone Beatrice Ferrari and band leader Gina Pellettiere died when the coach bus overturned on I-84.
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With gov shutdown looming, Rep. Gottenheimer criticizes "far-right extremists"
Congress was in crisis mode Tuesday, trying to pass four short-term spending bills to keep some parts open.
Donald Trump and his company "repeatedly" violated fraud law, N.Y. judge rules
"The documents here clearly contain fraudulent valuations that defendants used in business," Judge Engoron wrote in his ruling, ordering Trump's New York business certificates canceled.
Judge rules asylum seeker shelter on Staten Island should close
The shelter at St. John Villa Academy, located in a mostly residential neighborhood, has been the site of constant protest.
Biden joins picket line with UAW workers in Michigan
President Biden said the UAW "saved the auto industry back in 2008," and should reap the benefits of profits now.
Booker joins list of lawmakers calling for Menendez to resign
Booker released a statement Tuesday morning, a day after Menendez spoke publicly about the claims against him.
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How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
NYPD swears in Dr. Lynn O'Connor, first Black female police surgeon
O'Connor, the chief of colorectal surgery at Mercy Hospital on Long Island and a mother of one, comes from a law enforcement family and says service is in her blood.
Free COVID tests available again ahead of expected fall and winter surge
Starting Monday, anyone can go to COVIDtests.gov to order up to four free at-home COVID tests per household.
CDC to avoid "scare tactic" in new effort to reset flu shot expectations
The new CDC campaign to back the shots is called "Wild to Mild."
On Call with Dr. Kumar: Have you heard of male menopause?
When you hear about menopause, we often think of women. But hormonal changes can also affect men as they age.
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"Survivor" returns for season 45 Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. ET
Through longer weekly episodes, "Survivor" will take a deeper dive into the players' stories as they're stranded on the stunning islands of Fiji.
"Blue Beetle" tells story of Latino superhero and his family
The movie features a mostly Latino cast, Latino writers and a Latino director, carving a major milestone in Hollywood history.
David McCallum, "NCIS" and "The Man from U.N.C.L.E." star, dies at age 90
David McCallum died Monday of natural causes.
End to writers' strike means some TV shows could return within days
NBC's "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" and ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" could return to the air as soon as early October.
Usher says Super Bowl performance is "going to be a celebration"
Super Bowl LVIII will be at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Feb. 11, 2024.
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Austin Wells' 2-run blast in 9th lifts Yankees over Blue Jays
With the 2-0 win, the Bombers improved to a major league-best 18-9 since Aug. 28.
Yankees overcome multiple deficits, defeat D-backs and take series
With Monday's 6-4 win, New York finished 42-39 at Yankee Stadium, its poorest home record since 2014.
Saleh says Zach Wilson will start vs. Chiefs despite struggles
Zach Wilson couldn't do much against the Patriots in a 15-10 loss that was filled with missed opportunities, not enough plays and plenty of boos.
Taylor Swift roots for Travis Kelce at Kansas City Chiefs game
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce later walked out of Arrowhead Stadium together, further fueling to the speculation that they are dating.
Yankees miss playoffs for first time since 2016 with windy 7-1 loss to Diamondbacks
The New York Yankees missed the playoffs for the first time since 2016, getting mathematically eliminated with a 7-1 loss Sunday to the Arizona Diamondbacks as Zac Gallen pitched six innings and got his 17th win.
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Magic Johnson visits the Bronx, talks about importance of RSV vaccination
Doctors say this is typically a time when respiratory viruses start to spread.
Mail theft continues in Astoria, leaving residents perplexed
CBS New York first brought you exclusive video this summer showing multiple thefts on 23rd Avenue at 21st Street.
NYPD data appears to show racial disparities in traffic stops
The NYCLU obtained this information through litigation against the NYPD.
Looking back 45 years after Greenpoint Oil Spill discovery
In 1978, a Coast Guard helicopter on routine patrol found oil flowing into the Newtown Creek.
Advocates help uplift South Asian abuse survivors in NYC
Studies show nearly half of South Asian people in the United States report experiencing gender-based violence.
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Photos: Crowd turns chaotic during Union Square giveaway
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
Photos: Crane catches fire, partially collapses in NYC
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
Tony Bennett, N.Y. native and music legend, through the years
The Grammy Award winning singer who graced the stage for generations died at the age of 96.
Inside the Gilgo Beach murders investigation
A suspect has been charged in connection with a long-unsolved string of killings known as the Gilgo Beach murders.
Macy's 4th of July fireworks show dazzles NYC skyline
The 47th annual Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks Show lit up the skies over the East River on Tuesday night.
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First Alert Weather: A Break from the rain on Wednesday
CBS New York's Lonnie Quinn says we should expect some clearing and highs in the upper 60s over the next few days.
Target closing 9 stores nationwide due to theft and organized retail crime
One of the locations is in East Harlem, and CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal spoke to disappointed shoppers on Tuesday night.
Donald Trump and his company "repeatedly" violated fraud law, New York judge rules
It was a stunning blow to Trump and his two sons in a civil fraud case. A judge's ruling could mean that the former president is out of business in New York City. CBS New York's Dick Brennan has the latest.
4th person arrested in Bronx day care drug case
Sources said the husband of the owner of Divino Nino Day Care was captured while on a bus in Mexico. CBS New York's Ali Bauman has the latest.
Widespread looting reported in Philadelphia's Center City
Police squared off with large crowds on Tuesday night. CBS New York's Alecia Reid has the latest.
