Biden calls for more gun control measures
The president is calling for more action, even as he celebrates the passage of the toughest new gun control measure passed in 30 years.
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The president is calling for more action, even as he celebrates the passage of the toughest new gun control measure passed in 30 years.
The Supreme Court decision reversing Roe. v. Wade continues to divide the nation, CBS2's Wendy Gillette reports.
The move comes amid growing pressure from Democrats after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.
The honorees include Long Island nurse Sandra Lindsay, who became a face of bravery and hope in the pandemic.
President Joe Biden was in Cleveland on Wednesday to tout a special financial assistance program under the American Rescue Plan. The program will help save retirement benefits for millions of people. Skyler Henry reports for CBS2.
President Joe Biden on Tuesday awarded four men who fought in the Vietnam War the nation's highest honor for military service. The president praised their heroism on the battlefield. Debra Alfarone reports for CBS2.
Abortion bans are on hold in several states and President Biden wants to take steps aimed at making the right to an abortion federal law, CBS2's Dan Lieberman reports.
Justice Jackson is the first Black woman to serve on the nation's high court.
The G-7 Summit is now underway in Germany. President Joe Biden told allies that they must remain united against Russia. Ed O'Keefe reports for CBS2.
Hochul called the decision "reckless and reprehensible" as she announced she will convene a special session.
There was a major step forward in the fight against gun violence Saturday as President Joe Biden signed the first significant piece of gun legislation in decades. While the law benefits New York, state legislators are also trying to work around the Supreme Court ruling that now makes it easier for everyone in the state to carry a gun in public. CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
President Joe Biden on Saturday signed the bipartisan Safer Communities Act.
The move marks the most considerable changes to U.S. gun laws in decades.
The bipartisan act is the most significant update to the country's gun laws in nearly 30 years.
The idea, which would require the support of Congress, is already being met with skepticism.
With gas prices across the country near $5 a gallon, President Biden is calling on Congress to temporarily suspend the federal gas tax.
President Biden is now calling on oil refineries to increase supply and to worry less about high profits.
CBS2's Jessica Moore explains why the pain at the pump doesn't seem to dissipate.
Monday's hearing focuses on former President Donald Trump's claims of a stolen election. CBS2's Jessica Moore has the latest.
The House select committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, assault on the U.S. Capitol revealed new insight into what happened that day during its prime-time hearing Thursday night. Here are six things we learned from the first in a series of scheduled public hearings.
The president called for banning assault weapons, national red flag laws, expanded background checks and raising the age to buy a semi-automatic weapon.
New York lawmakers are adopting some of the gun violence reforms President Joe Biden says he's looking for. CBS2's John Dias has the latest on the local developments.
New York on Thursday became the first state to pass new gun legislation since the recent mass shootings as President Joe Biden calls for some of those same gun reforms nationwide; CBS2's Dick Brennan reports.
President Joe Biden on Thursday called for several new gun control measures, including a ban on assault weapons. His remarks came after a string of deadly shootings renewed calls for action on gun reform; CBS2's Dick Brennan reports.
Formula manufacturers said they alerted retailers of a looming shortage in February.
Edison, one of New Jersey's largest municipalities, has furloughed hundreds of workers as they deal with budget woes.
Joey Ortiz went 3 for 3 and was a homer away from the cycle to help the Brewers defeat the Mets 4-3 on Wednesday.
There was a public hearing on Tuesday night over a proposed Islamic boarding school and mosque in the Long Island hamlet of Bay Shore.
New York City says the average bus speed on Fordham Road in the Bronx is 5 mph, which is why ground was broken Wednesday on a major redesign.
Jared Triolo and Jake Mangum hit run-scoring singles against Fernando Cruz in the 10th inning, lifting the Pirates to a 5-3 win over the Yankees in the opener of a day-night doubleheader.
There was a public hearing on Tuesday night over a proposed Islamic boarding school and mosque in the Long Island hamlet of Bay Shore.
New York City says the average bus speed on Fordham Road in the Bronx is 5 mph, which is why ground was broken Wednesday on a major redesign.
The National Weather Service on Wednesday confirmed four tornadoes touched down in northern New Jersey and New York during severe storms on Tuesday.
A man pretending to be a utility worker was arrested for brandishing a gun, grabbing a woman's neck and taking her purse, the NYPD said.
Sgt. Angel Rampersad was a 28-year-old from Ozone Park who died in an Iranian attack on an air base.
Severe weather impacted the entire region on Tuesday, with watches and warnings throughout the CBS News New York viewing area.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area Tuesday after a brief reprieve.
Storms brought flooding rains, damaging winds, hail and lightning to New York and New Jersey on Saturday.
While the air quality is improving, haze still lingers as New Yorkers brace for upcoming rain and possibly severe storms Saturday.
A tornado warning was issued in parts of New Jersey on Thursday evening.
Edison, one of New Jersey's largest municipalities, has furloughed hundreds of workers as they deal with budget woes.
The National Weather Service on Wednesday confirmed four tornadoes touched down in northern New Jersey and New York during severe storms on Tuesday.
There were two confirmed tornadoes in northern New Jersey on Tuesday.
Severe weather impacted the entire region on Tuesday, with watches and warnings throughout the CBS News New York viewing area.
There have been major developments in the case of a social media influencer who was gunned down last summer on the Cross County Parkway in Westchester.
There was a public hearing on Tuesday night over a proposed Islamic boarding school and mosque in the Long Island hamlet of Bay Shore.
An electrical transformer caught fire outside the Nassau County Court Building on Long Island on Tuesday.
There was a special celebration at Long Island Children's Hospital on Tuesday for two facility dogs who bring comfort to young patients. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
Studies show older adults are among the safest drivers on the road, but crashes involving seniors are on the rise.
Severe weather impacted the entire region on Tuesday, with watches and warnings throughout the CBS News New York viewing area.
New York City says the average bus speed on Fordham Road in the Bronx is 5 mph, which is why ground was broken Wednesday on a major redesign.
A June 1 trial date was set Wednesday for Nicolás Maduro and his wife to face drug trafficking charges.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani conceded late Tuesday that the city does not have the authority to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Despite promises of action from Mayor Zohran Mamdani, the blocks-long homeless encampments on the West Side of Manhattan continue to stir controversy.
An attorney representing an Upper East Side woman whose husband just died from Legionnaires' disease is planning to take legal action.
Thirty-four cooling towers at 33 buildings on the Upper East Side tested positive for live Legionella bacteria, the New York City Health Department announced Tuesday.
An attorney representing an Upper East Side woman whose husband just died from Legionnaires' disease is planning to take legal action.
Studies show older adults are among the safest drivers on the road, but crashes involving seniors are on the rise.
For the third day in a row, the NYC Health Department has announced a death in the Upper East Side Legionnaires' disease cluster.
A second death has been reported in connection to the Legionnaires' disease cluster on the Upper East Side, health officials said Saturday.
Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS and Shakira each brought a bit of one of their hits to the World Cup's first halftime show in a whirlwind performance Sunday that also squeezed in Burna Boy, Ted Lasso and many Muppets.
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The final show of Jay-Z's anniversary concert series at Yankee Stadium was delayed for hours after hundreds of ticketless fans flooded the gates and breached security, according to officials.
Jay-Z and some very special guests took over Yankee Stadium on Friday night, performing to a sold-out crowd.
Joey Ortiz went 3 for 3 and was a homer away from the cycle to help the Brewers defeat the Mets 4-3 on Wednesday.
Jared Triolo and Jake Mangum hit run-scoring singles against Fernando Cruz in the 10th inning, lifting the Pirates to a 5-3 win over the Yankees in the opener of a day-night doubleheader.
The New York Mets blanked the Milwaukee Brewers 4-0 on Tuesday night.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. homered in consecutive at-bats against All-Star Braxton Ashcraft and drove in five runs, powering the Yankees to an 8-5 victory over the Pirates on Monday night.
Cooper Pratt hit his first major league homer to help spoil Freddy Peralta's return to Milwaukee as the Brewers defeated the Mets 8-3 on Monday night.
A specialized program from God's Love We Deliver is serving nearly 400 veterans with medically tailored meals, while helping combat isolation and ease the challenges of life after military service.
The Newtown Creek Alliance community science project gives students hands-on experience monitoring the health of one of the most polluted waterways in the U.S.
The FIFA World Cup is delivering a business boost for many bars and restaurants across New York City, but not every industry is seeing the same payoff.
Two Upper West Side children went on a mission to visit 40 playgrounds in one day, hoping to set a record.
Eddie Palmieri, the East Harlem legend who revolutionized Latin music, now has a street renamed in his honor.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
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.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
People are paying thousands of dollars for tickets to Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" in IMAX 70mm.
There is a partial government shutdown in one of New Jersey's largest municipalities. Edison has furloughed hundreds of workers. The mayor says it's impacting public safety and more. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani was asked Wednesday about criticism over how the city health department has handled the Upper East Side Legionnaires' disease cluster.
A man living in a nearby encampment told CBS News New York on Tuesday, when one site is cleared, people just move onto the next. CBS News New York's Kristine Johnson reports.
Investigators say he entered the cab on July 11 and demanded money and the car keys and then shot the 21-year-old driver in the face when he tried to get out of the car. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
