Downtown Jersey City hosts New Jersey's biggest July 4th celebration
People of all backgrounds were out enjoying the celebration, which really captured the essence of America, CBS2's Kevin Rincon reports.
People of all backgrounds were out enjoying the celebration, which really captured the essence of America, CBS2's Kevin Rincon reports.
Thousands of spectators filled Surf and Stillwell to watch the July 4th tradition and Coney Island became the epicenter for competitive eaters worldwide.
People packed state parks across the Tri-State Area to celebrate the Fourth of July.
Patriotism was on full display as people packed the piers and sidewalks of Long Island City to get as close to the action as possible.
Frankfurter-munching phenom Joey "Jaws" Chestnut gobbled his way to a 15th win and women's record-holder Miki Sudo won the women's title at the Nathan's Famous hot dog eating contest.
From dramatic and daring eating, to dazzling displays in the sky, the annual Macy's Fourth of July fireworks show also returns for the 46th year.
There wasn't a cloud in the sky, making it the perfect night to see every sizzle and sparkle clearly.
Kradlemypet.com says more pets go missing on July 4 than any other day of the year because of the noise and the lights.
As people prepare to watch fireworks on the Fourth of July, veterinarians say pet owners need to be prepared, too. CBS2's Lisa Rozner spoke with a doctor on what you can do now.
Airlines have struggled to respond to a staffing shortage, and for many, trying to catch a flight has been rough.
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.
The Yankees finished with 4 home runs in their 7-3 victory over the Mariners on Wednesday night.
Johnathan Rodriguez's first major league hit powered the Guardians to a 6-3 win over the Mets on Wednesday.
Downed overhead wires caused a commuting nightmare for Amtrak, NJ Transit riders out of Newark-Penn Station.
New York City has started evicting migrants from the shelter system, under watchful eye of the Legal Aid Society.
Students have engaged in a lawsuit against City University of New York over changes to its graduation ceremony.
Downed overhead wires caused a commuting nightmare for Amtrak, NJ Transit riders out of Newark-Penn Station.
New York City has started evicting migrants from the shelter system, under watchful eye of the Legal Aid Society.
Students have engaged in a lawsuit against City University of New York over changes to its graduation ceremony.
Businessman Ettore Mazzei was among 21 arrested Wednesday in a massive drug bust on Staten Island.
A New York City company promoted "$0 cost" COVID tests, then got over 100 complaints after people were told they may owe hundreds.
The First Alert Weather Team has declared a Yellow Alert for Thursday afternoon due to the threat of of strong to severe thunderstorms.
Despite some lingering clouds, Sunday will be a nice finish to the weekend. Highs will reach the low 70s.
Today's weather looks to be the pick of the week, as skies clear and temperatures climb.
Temperatures around New York and New Jersey will rebound nicely Monday, as highs reach the upper 60s and low 70s.
Mother's Day was mostly a gloomy day in New York City and across the Tri-State Area.
Downed overhead wires caused a commuting nightmare for Amtrak, NJ Transit riders out of Newark-Penn Station.
A bill proposed in New Jersey would require low-speed electric bicycles and scooters there to be registered an insured.
The First Alert Weather Team has declared a Yellow Alert for Thursday afternoon due to the threat of of strong to severe thunderstorms.
Route 80 was closed and traffic was backed up for hours after a deadly crash involving a tractor-trailer and a box truck in Hackensack, New Jersey.
The FAA's new initiative to address the New York air traffic controller shortage is up and running.
A New York City company promoted "$0 cost" COVID tests, then got over 100 complaints after people were told they may owe hundreds.
Hempstead, N.Y. officials want federal help after they say unhealthy levels of the chemical 1,4-dioxane was found in all nine of the town's wells.
Their return comes after authorities spread out across Manorville, and beyond, in April as part of an evidence search.
Despite some lingering clouds, Sunday will be a nice finish to the weekend. Highs will reach the low 70s.
A federal judge is considering if lawsuits against NYC congestion pricing should proceed after hours of arguments from people suing to stop the new tolls.
New York City has started evicting migrants from the shelter system, under watchful eye of the Legal Aid Society.
Students have engaged in a lawsuit against City University of New York over changes to its graduation ceremony.
The Randall's Island Park Alliance wants New York City to remove the migrant shelter this summer.
Arizona is one of seven states that Trump lost in 2020 where his allies are accused of schemes to put up alternate electors.
Former President Donald Trump's defense rested its case at his "hush money" trial after calling two witnesses to the stand.
A New York City company promoted "$0 cost" COVID tests, then got over 100 complaints after people were told they may owe hundreds.
A new report from Orkin ranks the worst cities for mosquitoes, with New York coming in second and Los Angeles taking the top spot.
Leonette Belfield-Carson, whose daughter Jalissa Nadine Carson died of cancer, is now an advocate for other moms with children battling cancer.
A new report from New Jersey's Department of Health shows lead levels in children are dropping but not gone.
Kyle McMorrow was just 36 years old when he suffered a stroke last year. He woke up with neck pain one day, not realizing what was happening.
Crystal McKinney, a former model, accused Sean "Diddy" Combs of drugging and sexually assaulting her in New York City over 20 years ago. She filed the lawsuit under the NYC Gender Motivated Violence Act.
Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs posted a video on social media apologizing for his "inexcusable" behavior and that he takes "full responsibility" for his actions.
A six-footer with an ample black mustache, Dabney Coleman made his mark in numerous popular films.
The 2016 footage, which was obtained and published by CNN, appears to show the rap mogul hitting, dragging and kicking the singer known as Cassie.
A 50-year-old man is charged with assault after actor Steve Buscemi was punched in an apparent random attack in New York City.
The Yankees finished with 4 home runs in their 7-3 victory over the Mariners on Wednesday night.
Johnathan Rodriguez's first major league hit powered the Guardians to a 6-3 win over the Mets on Wednesday.
Gleyber Torres hit a three-run home run, but it wasn't enough as the Yankees fell 6-3 to the Mariners on Tuesday.
Jeff McNeil, Starling Marte and Mark Vientos hit homers, but the Mets fell to the Guardians 7-6 on Tuesday.
Aaron Rodgers, still recovering from an Achilles injury, was a full participant at the Jets' Tuesday practice.
Developers released renderings for Gowanus Green, a large new affordable housing community located on the banks of the Gowanus Canal.
A community of people are helping a community of bees in Far Rockaway, Queens. They're drawing inspiration from a professional model-turned-beekeeper.
Migrant women from Honduras, Mexico and other countries share their experiences while making the art they enjoy.
Traffic safety advocates in Brooklyn say the redesign of McGuinness Boulevard is inadequate, and they want changes to be implemented.
Maimonides Medical Center in Borough Park neighbors two communities that house a large Asian American population.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
The issue is causing major travel headaches for people using Amtrak between New York City and Philadelphia, and NJ Transit. CBS New York's Jenna DeAngelis has the latest.
It comes after almost two years of disagreements surrounding the annual event. CBS New York's Tim McNicholas spoke to both sides of the dispute on Wednesday.
The crash happened in 2021 in West Hempstead. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan was in the courtroom on Wednesday.
CBS New York's Dave Carlin has more on Lewis' day on the Upper West Side.
CBS New York's Shosh Bedrosian has more on what the plans are to address the shortage at Orchard Beach.