Queens borough president vows to clean up Jamaica Avenue
Some residents say cleaning up panhandling and improving safety will help encourage business in the area.
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Police: 59-Year-Old Man Brutally Attacked Outside Queens Mosque
Police are searching for a trio of people who they say jumped a 59-year-old man who was riding his bike outside a mosque in Queens.
Police Search For 2 Men Who Robbed Grocery Store In Queens
Police in Queens are searching for two men suspected of robbing a grocery store.
CBS2 Sources: No Charges Expected After Man Leaves Incoherent Woman On Queens Sidewalk
A man seen on surveillance video dragging and dumping an incoherent woman on a Queens street has not been arrested and will not be charged, sources told CBS2.
Police Release Video Of Man Leaving Unresponsive Woman On Queens Sidewalk
Police are asking for help in identifying a woman they found unresponsive and incoherent in the Richmond Hill section of Queens Saturday.
Police: Robber Has Held Up Convenience Stores, Gas Stations In Eastern Queens
Police on Monday were searching for a suspect in a string of robberies that targeted two convenience stores, a gas station and a hardware store in Queens.
Caught On Video: Teen, MTA Bus Driver Get Into Shoving Match In Queens
A shoving and shouting match between a Metropolitan Transportation Authority bus driver and a teenager in Queens was caught on cellphone video Tuesday morning.
Suspect Arrested In Hit-And-Run That Injured Cyclist In Medford, L.I.
Police on Long Island Tuesday arrested a man in a hit-and-run crash that left a bicyclist seriously injured.
Search On For Police Impersonator Robbers Terrorizing Queens
Police on Wednesday were asking the public to help them find two suspects who pretended to be police officers as they stormed into Queens businesses and robbed them.
Police Seek To Identify Unknown Patient At Jamaica Hospital
Police on Monday asked the public to help identify a man who was being treated at Jamaica Hospital in Queens.
3 Suspects Wanted In String Of Robberies On J Train In Queens
Police on Wednesday were searching for three suspects in connection with a string of robberies on the J Train in Queens.
Police: Suspect Stabbed Man In Fight Outside Queens Bar
The search was on Monday night for a suspect who allegedly stabbed a man several times during a fight in front of a bar in Jamaica, Queens.
Man Struck, Killed By Vehicle In Woodhaven, Queens
Police on Saturday were searching for a hit-and-run driver who struck and killed a man in Woodhaven, Queens.
Man, 58, Found Beaten To Death In Richmond Hill, Queens
A man was found beaten to death Wednesday in the Richmond Hill section of Queens.
2 Pedestrians Hit, Killed In Separate Accidents
Two pedestrians were struck and killed in separate incidents in Brooklyn and Queens Monday night.
MTA Bus, Box Truck Collide Head-On In Queens
No one was seriously injured Wednesday afternoon when a truck and a Metropolitan Transportation Authority bus collided head-on.
Police: Man Dead After Fight Leaves Him On Hood Of Speeding Car
A man was killed Sunday, and a woman has been arrested and charged, after she allegedly smashed her car after driving for seven blocks with the man hanging onto the hood.
Officials To Decide Fate Of Building That Collapsed In Woodhaven, Queens
Crews on Saturday were expected to decide whether to save or demolish a Queens building after a dangerous collapse.
Manhole Fire Cuts Power In Eastern Queens
A manhole fire cut power to customers Tuesday afternoon in eastern Queens.
Police Search For Assailants In Deadly Queens Attack
Police on Tuesday continued to search for suspects in an attack in Richmond Hill, Queens, that left a man dead and a teenage boy injured.
Driver Slams Into Back Of Bus In Brooklyn, Dies
A 23-year-old Brooklyn man is dead, after his car slammed into the back of an MTA bus in Cypress Hills.
Cops: Man, Teen Attacked By Group In Queens
It happened around 3:30 p.m. Wednesday on Jamaica Avenue. Police said a man in his 30s and a 17-year-old boy were walking down the street when they were attacked.
76-Year-Old Man Hit, Killed By SUV In Queens; Driver Arrested
A 76-year-old man was struck and killed by a sport-utility vehicle Wednesday afternoon in Woodhaven, Queens, and the driver was arrested.
1 Man Dead, 1 Injured In Shooting In Jamaica, Queens Restaurant
Two men were shot – one of them fatally -- early Saturday inside a restaurant in Jamaica, Queens.
No Charges After Worker Allegedly Shoots Would-Be Burglar At Jamaica Store
The Queens District Attorney has decided not to prosecute a grocery store worker in the shooting death of a would-be burglar in Jamaica.
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NYPD: Video shows suspects beating taxi driver Kutin Gyimah
Police are questioning a person of interest in the taxi driver's death.
Rockland County limits lawn watering amid drought conditions
Additionally, water won't be served in restaurants unless customers request it.
New Yorkers fear rent is becoming unattainable
With the cost of living steadily rising all year, what would it take for New Yorkers to leave?
Watch: Adams to make announcement on outdoor dining
Outdoor dining sheds became a lifeline for restaurants during the pandemic.
Gov. Murphy vows to kill congestion pricing if N.J. drivers forced to pay twice
"If we have to, we've got options, which I don't want to use, but we can use through the Port Authority," Murphy said.
NJ councilperson accused in hit-and-run pressured to resign
Jersey City councilperson at-large Amy DeGise is accused in a hit-and-run, and the whole thing was caught on video.
3-year-old girl falls from apartment window in the Bronx
The child's grandfather says it's a miracle that his granddaughter is going to be OK.
Massapequa Philharmonic honors champion Little League team
The Massapequa Coast will play in the Little League World Series on Friday night.
Dealers rush to sell ghost guns before new rules take effect
Unserialized ghost guns will effectively be banned on Aug. 24, and retailers are scrambling to sell them.
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New Yorkers fear rent is becoming unattainable
With the cost of living steadily rising all year, what would it take for New Yorkers to leave?
Watch: Adams to make announcement on outdoor dining
Outdoor dining sheds became a lifeline for restaurants during the pandemic.
NYPD: Video shows suspects beating taxi driver Kutin Gyimah
Police are questioning a person of interest in the taxi driver's death.
Rockland County limits lawn watering amid drought conditions
Additionally, water won't be served in restaurants unless customers request it.
NYPD: Woman escapes custody in the Bronx
Police say a 33-year-old woman escaped from the 44th Precinct in the Concourse section around 8:15 p.m. Wednesday.
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Connecticut launches program to help residents find jobs
CareerConneCT is a network of 19 job training programs meant to help some of the state's 67,000 unemployed workers.
Some essential workers in Connecticut may be eligible for financial relief
Workers can receive up to $1,000 from the Premium Pay Program.
Connecticut launches reproductive rights website and hotline
The services were launched in the wake of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Conn. education plan addresses health care worker shortage
It will offer tuition assistance to incentivize low-income and minority students to enter accelerated programs.
Connecticut man finds bear eating in his kitchen
Bill Priest, of West Hartford, walked into his kitchen Sunday and found the intruder.
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NJ lawmakers introduce bill to prevent LIV Golf tournaments
The LIV tournament that played in Bedminster in July was backed by Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund.
Nearly a dozen humpback whales spotted in Hudson River
The whales were not alone. Several dolphins were also spotted swimming near the whales.
Masks required indoors at Rutgers University this fall
Masks are not required at indoor events, but attendees will need proof of vaccination or a negative PCR test.
NJ councilperson accused in hit-and-run pressured to resign
Jersey City councilperson at-large Amy DeGise is accused in a hit-and-run, and the whole thing was caught on video.
Gov. Murphy vows to kill congestion pricing if N.J. drivers forced to pay twice
"If we have to, we've got options, which I don't want to use, but we can use through the Port Authority," Murphy said.
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Massapequa Philharmonic honors champion Little League team
The Massapequa Coast will play in the Little League World Series on Friday night.
L.I. twins heading to college, defying doctors' diagnoses
Even though the twins still have their medical hurdles, they're proving it's possible to overcome the odds.
Judge sentences Roosevelt man in fatal stabbing of Roman Catholic deacon
Pat Logsdon ran a transitional house for homeless men with a criminal past, when he was brutally killed in 2017.
New York Comedy Festival returning in November
The festival runs Nov. 7-13 at various locations in all five boroughs, plus one show at UBS Arena in Nassau County.
Suffolk County officers accused of firing rifles into woods
Sources tell CBS2 numerous rounds were fired in East Shoreham on Aug. 3. A neighbor reported shots fired to 911.
Politics
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NJ lawmakers introduce bill to prevent LIV Golf tournaments
The LIV tournament that played in Bedminster in July was backed by Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund.
Zeldin accepts CBS2's fall gubernatorial debate invitation
Last week, he told CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer he's ready to debate Gov. Kathy Hochul anytime, any place.
NY delegation stands to lose seniority, strength in Congress
No matter the outcome, the redrawing of district lines means New York will likely lose power and experience in D.C.
NJ councilperson accused in hit-and-run pressured to resign
Jersey City councilperson at-large Amy DeGise is accused in a hit-and-run, and the whole thing was caught on video.
Gov. Murphy vows to kill congestion pricing if N.J. drivers forced to pay twice
"If we have to, we've got options, which I don't want to use, but we can use through the Port Authority," Murphy said.
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Masks required indoors at Rutgers University this fall
Masks are not required at indoor events, but attendees will need proof of vaccination or a negative PCR test.
New York launches back-to-school COVID vaccination campaign
The statewide #VaxToSchool campaign aims to increase COVID-19 vaccination rates among school-aged children.
NYC Health + Hospitals expands wastewater surveillance
Starting next week, the program will expand to include testing of hospital wastewater for polio and monkeypox.
CDC director announces shake-up of the organization, citing COVID mistakes
The head of the nation's top public health agency is shaking up the organization with the goal of making it more nimble.
NYC public schools easing COVID guidelines
New York City education officials say COVID rules for public schools won't be as strict when students return to the classroom in a few weeks.
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Solange Knowles composes original score for NYC Ballet
Knowles says her score will be performed by the New York City Ballet orchestra and choreographed by Gianna Reisen.
New York Comedy Festival returning in November
The festival runs Nov. 7-13 at various locations in all five boroughs, plus one show at UBS Arena in Nassau County.
Academy apologizes to Sacheen Littlefeather
In 1973, Littlefeather represented Marlon Brando at the Oscars, declining his Best Actor award for "The Godfather."
Melissa Etheridge to play a dozen off-Broadway shows
"Melissa Etheridge: My Window - A Journey Through Life" will play a dozen performance at New World Stages off-Broadway on 50th Street starting Oct. 13.
Ashanti on the roots of her success and "how my story ends"
The R&B star revisits where she got her start, and talks about dreams coming true.
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Donaldson hits walk-off slam in 10th, Yankees beat Rays
New York entered having lost three straight and 12 of 15.
Baty homers first time up in majors, Mets beat Braves
After taking a ball, Baty connected with a hanging curve on his very first swing in a New York uniform.
Jets' legend Klecko named finalist for Pro Football Hall of Fame
Star defensive lineman joins Chuck Howley, Ken Riley as senior candidates for 2023 Canton class
Arozarena's early homer sends Rays past skidding Yankees
The Yankees have lost 11 of 13 and are 8-17 since reaching the All-Star break at 64-28.
Morton, Olson lead Braves to another easy win over Mets
The Mets' 10-game winner Taijuan Walker made an early exit because of back spasms.
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Circo's Pastry Shop: Baking in Bushwick the old-fashioned way since 1945
"Our store is pretty much like a dinosaur," co-owner Anthony Pierdipino told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Zum Stammtisch: A taste of Germany in Glendale since 1972
"It's really traditional, old-school Bavarian," co-owner Werner Lehner told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Tula House: Greenpoint's immersive plant shop is a destination for discovery
"We want the common plants, but we really love the uncommon plants," co-owner Christan Summers told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Stanton Tailor Shop: A Lower East Side destination for the perfect fit
"It makes me feel good when the people go out and they feel confident in what they're wearing," owner Pablo Vargas told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Myers of Keswick: A British grocery store in the West Village offering 'comforts from home'
"I always like to describe it as a little taste of England," owner Jennifer Myers-Pulidore told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
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Remembering Olivia Newton-John through the years
Beloved singer, songwriter and actress Olivia Newton-John died Monday morning at 73.
Remembering Ivana Trump through the years
Ivana Trump passed away in her New York home at age 73.
New York City Pride March draws crowd of thousands
Thousands came out for the 2022 New York City Pride March through Manhattan on Sunday.
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.
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Police questioning person of interest in taxi driver's death
Video appears to show five suspects beating the driver, 52-year-old Kutin Gyimah, in Queens.
First Alert Weather: CBS2's 8/18 Thursday 7 a.m. update
John Elliott has the Tri-State Area's updated First Alert forecast on CBS2 News This Morning.
New Yorkers fear rent could become unattainable
With the cost of living steadily rising all year, what would it take for New Yorkers to leave? CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
Mayor Adams to make outdoor dining announcement
Outdoor dining sheds became a lifeline for restaurants during the pandemic.
NYPD: Video shows suspects beating taxi driver Kutin Gyimah
Police said the suspects refused to pay their fare and tried to rob Gyimah before killing him.
