
Fireworks-related injuries up 25% in last 15 years, report finds
A new finding shows there's been an uptick in fireworks-related injuries. Here are tips to help keep your July 4 celebrations safe.
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A new finding shows there's been an uptick in fireworks-related injuries. Here are tips to help keep your July 4 celebrations safe.
There are dozens of delayed and canceled flights reported Saturday at Newark, LaGuardia and Kennedy Airports.
Many people will be spending this holiday weekend on the Jersey Shore.
CBS2's Dana Tyler spoke to Will Coss, the executive producer of the Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks show, to get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to put on the show and what's planned for this year.
Some say this is their first real Fourth of July celebration coming out of COVID.
The holiday weekend kicked off with travel trouble, especially for people trying to fly out of Tri-State Area airports. CBS2's Dave Carlin spoke to passengers who were still experiencing delays and canceled flights.
The contests, as always, will happen on July 4th at Nathan's flagship restaurant in Coney Island.
Gov. Lamont announced the new commission will prepare for the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 2026.
Flight demand is returning to near pre-pandemic levels, according to the experts.
John Elliott has the Tri-State Area's updated First Alert forecast on CBS2 News at Noon.
Fourth of July weekend is here, and that means it's time to look to the skies for fireworks.
One mistake could send you and your family to the hospital, or worse.
Crews started setting up the 96,000 pounds of pyrotechnics Wednesday.
We're just a few days away from the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks, and they're getting ready.
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the 25-minute show will kick off at 9:30 p.m. on Independence Day.
AAA's annual forecast for the July 4 holiday weekend says that 42 million Americans -- more than ever -- will take a road trip of 50 miles or more.
The 46th annual Macy's 4th of July Fireworks will light up the sky around 9:25 p.m. over the East River.
Ridgewood's 111th Fourth of July parade kicked off with a star-spangled bang. Dozens of floats wound through the streets of this quaint village, beaming with pride and patriotism.
Champion eater Joey Chestnut discusses breaking his own record at the 2021 Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest with CBS2's Steve Overmyer.
The show was a salute to the hero within, recognizing the strength of the American people.
Last year's celebrations were scaled down because of the pandemic, but many are expected to return this year.
Last year's contest was held at a private location without an audience due to COVID restrictions. None of it phased Chestnut, who scarfed down 75 hot dogs in 10 minutes - a world record!
With much of the world reopened, people are ready to hit the road and enjoy the holiday.
Traffic enforcement will be stepped up with increased patrols and driver checkpoints, all in an effort to discourage drunk, high or any impaired driving.
Ultimately, it will be placed on display at the French embassy in Washington, D.C.
Police say the 3-year-old boy fell out of a window on the 29th floor just after 11 a.m. Saturday.
Police say it happened as a party was taking place inside a shop in the Richmond Hill section.
According to police, the driver of a white van struck the woman as she was trying to cross the street.
A resident told CBS2 that the warehouse had not been used for at least a year.
It happened around 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Melrose Avenue and East 156th Street in the Melrose section.
Police say the woman fell to the ground after the suspect groped her. She suffered a broken arm and hip injury.
The NYPD says Isaac Argro had been arrested in connection to the shooting death of Azsia Johnson.
Swift, 32, has had prior issues with alleged stalkers.
Times Square is declared one of the "sensitive places" in New York state's new gun safety law.
Police say it happened as a party was taking place inside a shop in the Richmond Hill section.
It happened around 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Melrose Avenue and East 156th Street in the Melrose section.
Police say the woman fell to the ground after the suspect groped her. She suffered a broken arm and hip injury.
Swift, 32, has had prior issues with alleged stalkers.
Times Square is declared one of the "sensitive places" in New York state's new gun safety law.
A new finding shows there's been an uptick in fireworks-related injuries. Here are tips to help keep your July 4 celebrations safe.
There are dozens of delayed and canceled flights reported Saturday at Newark, LaGuardia and Kennedy Airports.
Flight demand is returning to near pre-pandemic levels, according to the experts.
According to FlightAware, more than 2,300 flights into or within the U.S. were delayed by Thursday afternoon.
The president aims to be able to power 10 million homes with wind energy by 2030.
A resident told CBS2 that the warehouse had not been used for at least a year.
A new finding shows there's been an uptick in fireworks-related injuries. Here are tips to help keep your July 4 celebrations safe.
There are dozens of delayed and canceled flights reported Saturday at Newark, LaGuardia and Kennedy Airports.
Some say this is their first real Fourth of July celebration coming out of COVID.
Two to three incidents are being reported each week.
The Marine Bureau, helicopters and other resources will be on the lookout for sharks.
"In the early morning, you don't have to start your engines before 7 o'clock," said Cathy Anner.
A Florida judge denied a motion to dismiss the case Thursday.
Since the spring of 2020, Jacobi has seen an increase of 181 percent when it comes to gunshot victims.
Fourth of July weekend is here, and that means it's time to look to the skies for fireworks.
Times Square is declared one of the "sensitive places" in New York state's new gun safety law.
The governor says the new law that will severely limit the places New Yorkers can carry weapons.
One bill provides confidential care to out-of-state residents coming to the state.
Murphy says this budget makes New Jersey more affordable.
"On behalf of all of the members of the court, I am pleased to welcome Justice Jackson to the court and to our common calling," Chief Justice John Roberts said.
The city's health department says it is working with federal partners to get extra doses in the coming weeks.
The medal is the nation's highest civilian honor.
The man says doctors are ordering him to isolate until his lesions are gone, which can take as long as four weeks.
Since the spring of 2020, Jacobi has seen an increase of 181 percent when it comes to gunshot victims.
The program have the capacity to perform 6,000 tests and dispense 600 treatments a day.
Swift, 32, has had prior issues with alleged stalkers.
Kelly claims officials at the Metropolitan Detention Center knew he was not suicidal after his sentencing.
Kelly is the first platinum-selling hip-hop artist in the United States to be elected to office.
Masks will no longer be required at most Broadway shows.
Kelly was accused of using his celebrity status and a network of people to target girls, boys and young women for sex.
New York lost for the fourth time in five games and its lead in the NL East was shaved to 2 1/2 games over Atlanta.
The Yankees are 25-6 since May 31.
Escobar's 417-foot drive gave the Mets their first win since beating the Marlins Saturday in Miami.
The teams will have a split doubleheader Saturday, starting at 12:10 p.m.
Ngoma's goal came six minutes after teammate Lewis Morgan scored on a penalty kick to tie it.
"I always like to describe it as a little taste of England," owner Jennifer Myers-Pulidore told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"It's one of the few professions where you work with your heart, your hands, and your head at the same time," co-owner Tom Geppel told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"That was my dream, to open a small business here," co-owner Pompeyo "Papa" Martinez told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"We whip the whipped cream by hand. We make our hot fudge, caramel, most of our syrups," owner Vito Citrano told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"Most of my customers are regulars. They come almost every day, and they feel that this is their home," Panagiotis Binioris said.
Thousands came out for the 2022 New York City Pride March through Manhattan on Sunday.
Juneteenth celebrations took place across New York City on June 19.
The famous Mermaid Parade returned to Coney Island on Saturday for its 40th anniversary.
Stars of stage and screen hit the red carpet for the 75th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday night.
Actor Ray Liotta has died. He was 67.
CBS2's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for July 2 at 11 p.m.
Traffic is booming this holiday weekend with air travel returning to pre-pandemic levels, but thousands are being greeted with delays and cancellations. Elise Preston reports for CBS2.
In New Jersey, investigators are looking into what caused a big fire at a warehouse in Palisades Park.
CBS News has confirmed that former president Donald Trump is telling his allies and aides that he is seriously considering launching a bid this summer for a 2024 presidential run.
The NYPD says a 19-year-old man was shot and killed while riding a scooter in the Bronx on Saturday.