
Charges Dropped Against John Dewey H.S. Principal In Grade-Fixing Scandal
An arbitrator has dismissed all charges against a Brooklyn high school principal who was terminated for her alleged involvement in a long-term grade fixing scandal.
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An arbitrator has dismissed all charges against a Brooklyn high school principal who was terminated for her alleged involvement in a long-term grade fixing scandal.
The new initiative is expected to cost about $5 million.
Penalties for a grade-fixing scandal will not help the John Dewey High School graduating class of 2014 – which suffered most from the improper rush to push students who were not ready out the door.
On Wednesday evening, Schools Chancellor Carmen Farina released a report detailing the findings of the investigation.
Some teachers at John Dewey High School in Gravesend say as many as 10 percent of students don't deserve their diplomas.
Schools Chancellor Carmen Farina is now being protected from questions by a security guard.
Claims of grade fixing and academic fraud have led to a cloud of investigation for the graduating class this year at John Dewey High School in Brooklyn.
The city's schools chancellor tried to explain Tuesday why the Department of Education has yet to act in response to a grade-fixing scandal at a Brooklyn high school.
Hundreds of students who didn't make the grade were allegedly given passing grades, and teachers told CBS2 on Monday that administrators knew all about it.
A 15-year-old male student allegedly took a photo up the skirt of a female teacher in a class and shared it with friends who posted it online.
Video shows the officer shoot a man who claimed he wasn't armed in the back.
As the extent of the devastation in Turkey and Syria comes into clearer focus, the cry for donations to help grows louder across the Tri-State Area.
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The SPCA of Westchester says it is overwhelmed with support after rescuing cats from a hoarding situation.
Tens of thousands more were injured, and rescuers were still racing to find survivors under the rubble of thousands of collapsed buildings.
As the extent of the devastation in Turkey and Syria comes into clearer focus, the cry for donations to help grows louder across the Tri-State Area.
The SPCA of Westchester says it is overwhelmed with support after rescuing cats from a hoarding situation.
Suspected gunman Randy Jones, apprehended Monday night in Rockland County, remains in custody with charges pending.
Sources tell CBS2 the officer suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Fire Commissioner Laura Kavanagh touted the new leadership, but the union said demotions are not normal.
The governor estimates it could save residents about $2 billion.
The CDC says one person in Washington state has died, and five others suffered permanent vision loss.
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The FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating.
Gov. Ned Lamont will present a package of proposals to curb gun violence to the General Assembly in February.
Video shows the officer shoot a man who claimed he wasn't armed in the back.
The Garden State's school system is ranked as one of the most segregated in the country.
On Aug. 25, 2008, Sheila and James Fisher were celebrating their son's 13th birthday before he collapsed at football practice and tragically died.
The latest U.S. census shows New York and New Jersey have the nation's largest Turkish population, and there's great worry in those communities tonight.
The Sayreville Borough Councilmember was shot and killed last week while sitting in her SUV outside her home.
Reporter Elijah Westbrook took an M-9 train on the roughly 20-minute trip, and then explored the new terminal.
It's unclear if the woman was declared dead in error or experienced a medical episode of "autoresuscitation."
Derek Myers said the congressman put his hand on his groin at one point, then invited him to his house.
Sgt. Christopher Racioppo was rushed into emergency surgery after Nunez allegedly stabbed him in April 2021.
The building, which housed several doctors' offices, was empty at the time.
CBS News will air the State of the Union as a special report at 9 p.m. ET on Tuesday, anchored by "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell.
Young cancer survivor from Hell's Kitchen and Queens woman whose home felt Ida's wrath will be guests.
The White House announced Tuesday who will be joining first lady Dr. Jill Biden in her viewing box.
Derek Myers said the congressman put his hand on his groin at one point, then invited him to his house.
The nearly 2,000 public employees fired for refusing to get the shot won't automatically get their jobs back.
Young cancer survivor from Hell's Kitchen and Queens woman whose home felt Ida's wrath will be guests.
On Aug. 25, 2008, Sheila and James Fisher were celebrating their son's 13th birthday before he collapsed at football practice and tragically died.
The nearly 2,000 public employees fired for refusing to get the shot won't automatically get their jobs back.
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The recommendation is for patients who are done having children and already undergoing a procedure.
Bronx native who attended SUNY Purchase won two awards on Sunday night, including Best New Artist.
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Harry Styles took home the coveted award for album of the year and Beyoncé became the most decorated artist in Grammy history.
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Filip Chytil scored twice for New York in the 5-4 win on Monday night.
Jack Hughes and Ondrej Palat scored two goals apiece and Vitek Vanecek made 26 saves in the 5-4 win.
George and Kawhi Leonard combined for 53 points in 124-116 victory on Monday.
Kyle Palmieri and Mathew Barzal scored for New York in the 2-1 win on Monday.
Julius Randle had 24 points and Jalen Brunson added 21 in the 108-97 win on Sunday.
"I have a lot of people in my life that have come and passed through this business, and it's just a great thing. It's a great part of Brooklyn," owner Jason Barnett told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
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"I never changed the formula. It's always the same, and it is still as good as it was from the beginning," founder Fred Schuster told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"Both Greek and non-Greek customers that have been to Greece say, 'Oh, my god! This reminds me of a little shop in Greece,'" owner Joanne Cosonas told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"This place has been in business since 1966, so it has some memories," owner Choudry Ali told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
The Buffalo Bills safety is showing remarkable signs of recovery after collapsing on the field during a game.
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Pope Benedict XVI traveled around the world, but one of the most poignant trips was to New York City in 2008.
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The MTA on Tuesday unveiled its brand new customer service centers at three busy subway stations.
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