Reaction split to end of mask mandate on planes, mass transit
The Transportation Security Administration will no longer enforce face coverings in airports and on planes.
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Federal judge strikes down national mask mandate on planes and mass transit
CBS2's Dick Brennan has the story from LaGuardia Airport.
Plan proposed to use waterways to get people to LaGuardia
The proposal follows Gov. Hochul's decision to pull the plug on former Gov. Cuomo's $2.1 billion air train plan.
Queens borough president supports plan for ferries to LaGuardia Airport
There could soon be a new way of getting to LaGuardia Airport. CBS2's Kevin Rincon reports.
JetBlue flight diverted from to JFK Airport
A JetBlue flight was diverted to JFK Airport on Tuesday because of issues with the plane's hydraulic systems.
Flight From LaGuardia Airport To Orlando Diverted Due To Disruptive Passenger
According to airport officials, the Frontier Airlines flight to Orlando, Florida, had to make a stop at the Raleigh Durham International Airport around 8 p.m. Wednesday.
More Than 850 Flights Cancelled At LaGuardia, JFK, Newark Liberty Due To Weekend Snowstorm
More than 1,400 flights were cancelled Sunday, as airports played catch-up from days of storm-related travel disruptions.
Approaching Winter Storm Impacting Flights Nationwide
More than 2,300 flights have been canceled nationwide.
Gov. Hochul Unveils New Terminal B At LaGuardia Airport After Massive $4 Billion Renovation
Another upgrade was completed at the airport that was once the butt of jokes.
More Than 250 Flights At Major New York City-Area Airports Canceled Sunday
More than 2,100 flights have been canceled across the country, including more than 250 in the New York City area.
Nearly 300 Flights Canceled In Tri-State Area As Holiday Travel Chaos Continues
More than 2,600 flights were canceled around the country Saturday. It's the highest single-day number since just before Christmas.
Over 100 Flights Canceled In Tri-State Area As COVID Continues To Impact Flights Nationwide
Flight cancelations have been skyrocketing since Christmas Eve.
As Holiday Travel Picks Up Again, Lawmakers Call For COVID Restrictions For Domestic Flights
Approximately 4.2 million Americans are expected to fly for Thanksgiving -- a more than 80% increase from last year.
Get Ready For The Crush: TSA Says Pre-Pandemic Travel Volume Likely To Return For Thanksgiving Holiday
With Thanksgiving approaching, airports around the country are gearing up for an influx of travelers.
Severe Weather Forces American Airlines To Cancel Hundreds Of Weekend Flights
American says most of its customers were able to be rebooked on the same day.
LaGuardia AirTrain Project Paused, Gov. Hochul Instructs Port Authority To Look At Alternative Mass Transit Options
The $2.1 billion project was first set forth by former governor Andrew Cuomo.
Southwest Airlines Offers Explanations For Flight Cancellations, But Industry Expert Not Buying Them
The Columbus Day holiday weekend has been a headache for thousands of people trying to catch flights.
No Charges For Passenger In LaGuardia Airport Emergency Landing
The passenger, whose behavior aboard a flight Saturday prompted an emergency landing at LaGuardia Airport, was released with no charges filed.
Passengers At LaGuardia, Other Airports Around Country Miffed By Southwest Airlines Mass Flight Cancellations
There were long lines and frustration at many airports nationwide this weekend on the heels of a slew of flight cancellations by Southwest, the nation's largest domestic airline.
Passenger Detained After Republic Airways Flight Makes Emergency Landing At LaGuardia Airport
Port Authority Police say other passengers reported the individual was behaving suspiciously and erratically.
Exclusive: Credit Card Knives, Ammo Jewelry Just Some Of Items TSA Confiscates From Passengers Trying To Get On Planes
With many people tired of the COVID-19 pandemic and taking trips, the Transportation Security Administration -- or TSA -- is catching more bizarre items in security.
LaGuardia Airport AirTrain Gets The Green Light, Construction Set To Begin This Summer
The project will help drive the region's economic recovery by creating 3,000 union construction jobs.
LaGuardia Airport AirTrain Project Placed On Hold Over Environmental Impact Concerns
Community groups and some members of Congress have raised concerns about the environmental impact.
JetBlue Flight From Florida Makes Emergency Landing At JFK Airport
A flight tracking image shows the plane circled near LaGuardia before reversing course and landing at JFK around 8:10 p.m. Wednesday.
TSA Releases List Of Top 10 'Good Catches' At Airports For 2020; Tri-State Area Catches Make Up Half Of The List
Catches at Tri-State Area airports make up half the list, including the top 3 spots.
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Buffalo shooting suspect pleads not guilty; Officials condemn "absolute racist hate crime"
Investigators are looking through a hate-filled manifesto that's laced with racist language. Of the 13 people shot, 11 were Black.
Communities of color hope true crackdown on hate is coming
Harlem residents are mourning the victims in Buffalo and working to come to terms with the brutal event.
NYPD: 9-year-old girl found dead in Brooklyn apartment
Police said when they arrived at the apartment the little girl was unconscious and unresponsive.
National Urban League calls on feds to create hate crimes task force
Gov. Hochul is among local leaders blasting social media platforms following the shooting.
First Alert Weather: Red Alert for thunderstorms, potential tornadoes
The main concerns will be damaging winds, hail and possibly an isolated tornado or two.
N.J. bill would fine companies for small shipments in big boxes
The bill would fine retailers if they use shipping boxes that are more than twice the size of the item being shipped.
Karine Jean-Pierre makes history as White House press secretary
The New York native is the first Black and first openly gay LGBTQ+ person to hold the position.
1 dead, 4 critically wounded after shooting inside Orange County church, police say
One person has been detained and a possible weapon has been recovered, the Orange County Sheriff's Office said.
Suffolk County launching baby formula drive amid shortage
Elected officials and local leader are organizing the emergency effort to gather unopened or donated baby formula.
CDC: Westchester County seeing high COVID transmission rates
That means the county is seeing levels of cases of hospitalizations that are putting a strain on the local health care system.
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CDC: Westchester County seeing high COVID transmission rates
That means the county is seeing levels of cases of hospitalizations that are putting a strain on the local health care system.
Buffalo shooting suspect pleads not guilty; Officials condemn "absolute racist hate crime"
CBS2 spoke with one man who lost his brother, who he said was buying a birthday cake for his 3-year-old son.
NYPD: 9-year-old girl found dead inside Brooklyn home
Police said when they arrived at the apartment in Crown Heights the little girl was unconscious and unresponsive.
AIDS Walk New York returns to Central Park
Thousands of people flooded Central Park on Sunday to take part in the largest HIV-AIDS fundraising event in the world.
Solidarity fair in New Rochelle brings together many to fight racism
Lisa Burton, a member of New Rochelle Against Racism, said the Buffalo shooting was a tragic but reoccurring theme.
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President Biden urges local leaders to invest in public safety
The pandemic relief fund passed by Democrats provides $350 billion directly to cities, counties and states.
Baby formula shortage hitting Tri-State Area families hard
Formula is more than 40 percent out of stock in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and 27 other states.
Experts predict active hurricane season ahead
A typical year generates about 14 named storms. Experts are forecasting anywhere from 17-19 named storms this year.
Fordham economics professor makes tough predictions on inflation
Dr. Giacomo Santangelo makes some painful predictions after an already difficult pandemic
CT abortion bill aims to protect patients and providers
The law goes into effect on July 1.
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N.J. bill would fine companies for small shipments in big boxes
The bill would fine retailers if they use shipping boxes that are more than twice the size of the item being shipped.
Eric LeGrand opens coffee shop in hometown
LeGrand was paralyzed after suffering a spinal injury during a Rutgers football game in 2010.
Port Authority cracks down on concession costs at airports
It's the result of an investigation that started after dozens of travelers reported being charged $27 for a beer.
President Biden urges local leaders to invest in public safety
The pandemic relief fund passed by Democrats provides $350 billion directly to cities, counties and states.
New research may help identify babies at risk for SIDS
The findings are being called a breakthrough in solving the medical mystery of sudden infant death syndrome.
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Karine Jean-Pierre makes history as White House press secretary
The New York native is the first Black and first openly gay LGBTQ+ person to hold the position.
Suffolk County launching baby formula drive amid shortage
Elected officials and local leader are organizing the emergency effort to gather unopened or donated baby formula.
Federal government making plans to address formula shortage
Rep. Carolyn Maloney says hearings will be held next week to examine questions on how this could have happened.
L.I. students get perspective on realities of war
It's an effort to give context to the war in Ukraine through the lens of the past.
Gilgo Beach murders: Shannan Gilbert's 911 calls released
Gilbert is one of six sex workers whose remains were found in the unsolved Gilgo Beach murders.
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Karine Jean-Pierre makes history as White House press secretary
The New York native is the first Black and first openly gay LGBTQ+ person to hold the position.
National Urban League calls on feds to create hate crimes task force
Meanwhile, Gov. Hochul is among local leaders blasting social media platforms following the shooting.
New York governor says Buffalo shooting was "white supremacy terrorism"
"This individual is not going to see the light of day again," Hochul said of the suspected gunman in Saturday's attack.
Former NYC mayor Bill de Blasio: "I got lost in the weeds"
He was on the radio Friday and discussed some of the things he would have done differently as mayor.
Capitol Hill and White House seize on baby formula shortage
Democrats on both ends of Pennsylvania Avenue are publicly tackling the issue, in some cases after their GOP colleagues began demanding more action.
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CDC: Westchester County seeing high COVID transmission rates
That means the county is seeing levels of cases of hospitalizations that are putting a strain on the local health care system.
CDC: High COVID transmission rate in Westchester
That means the county is seeing levels of cases and hospitalizations that are putting a strain on the local health care system.
AIDS Walk New York returns to Central Park
Thousands of people flooded Central Park on Sunday to take part in the largest HIV-AIDS fundraising event in the world.
NYS health department recommends wearing masks in indoor public spaces
New York state's health department is recommending people wear masks in indoor public spaces as COVID subvariants continue to spread.
New research may help identify babies at risk for SIDS
The findings are being called a breakthrough in solving the medical mystery of sudden infant death syndrome.
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"ER" star Anthony Edwards makes Broadway musical debut
Edwards' wife, Mare Winningham, stars in the show.
Acclaimed Broadway play "for colored girls..." extends run
The play is nominated for seven Tony Awards, including two for director and choreographer Camille A. Brown.
Tony Awards hold "Meet the Nominees" event
Tony-nominated cast members and creatives had the chance to discuss their performances.
Patti LuPone calls out audience members over masks
A representative for the show said the two were asked to leave the theater and complied.
Darren Criss, Julianne Hough to host Tony Awards pre-show
"The Tony Awards: Act One" will stream only on Paramount+ starting at 7 p.m. on Sunday, June 12.
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Panarin power-play goal lifts Rangers over Penguins in Game 7
New York will play Carolina next. The Hurricanes beat the Boston Bruins in Game 7 on Saturday night.
Rookie Julio Rodriguez powers Mariners over Mets
Pete Alonso struck out with the bases loaded in the bottom of the ninth as Seattle held on for an 8-7 win on Sunday.
Cortes pitches 8 crisp innings, Yankees take 3 of 4 from ChiSox
Left-hander on his game yet again as Bombers rebound from loss with 5-1 victory on Sunday afternoon.
Catching on: Mazeika's home run lifts Mets over Mariners
New York benefited from two calls that were overturned by instant replay in the first inning.
Robert RBI hit in 9th, Chisox end Yanks' 5-game win string
New York had won 19 of 22.
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The Best Goodie Bag: A Valley Stream 'cakery' where everyone is family
Multiple generations are working side-by-side to pursue a dream they didn't know they had.
At Di Palo's in Little Italy, fresh mozzarella is the family legacy
"When you can say you've kept a customer, a loyal customer, for 60, 70, 80 years, through the generations, then you know that you've had a successful business," co-owner Lou Di Palo told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Family tradition is tightly woven at Mendel Goldberg Fabrics on the Lower East Side
"I walk in here every day, and I feel the legacy of my family," fourth-generation owner Alice Goldberg told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
At Dumbo's record shop Legacy, the collection is personal
"It doesn't really matter who you are. You're welcome here," co-owner Victorious De Costa told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Yorkville's Mansion diner is a Philips family legacy
In pursuit of food and familiarity, many regulars have been coming back for decades.
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Buffalo shooting: 10 killed, 3 injured at supermarket
Ten people were killed and three were injured in a mass shooting at a Buffalo supermarket on May 14, 2022.
2022 Met Gala Red Carpet
This year's theme is Gilded Glamour, and the stars are dripping in opulence.
2022 Mets home opener
The Mets unveiled the long-awaited Tom Seaver statue before their sold-out home opener at Citi Field on April 15, 2022.
23 injured in subway shooting, smoke bomb attack
Nearly two dozen people were injured in a shooting and smoke bomb attack aboard a Brooklyn subway Tuesday.
2022 Yankees Opening Day
The Yankees opened the 2022 season with a walk-off win in extra innings against the Boston Red Sox.
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CDC: High COVID transmission rate in Westchester
That means the county is seeing levels of cases and hospitalizations that are putting a strain on the local health care system.
Pace University commencement returns in person
For the very first time, graduates from the school's New York City and Westchester County campuses will also take part in the same ceremony.
MTA unveiling accessible subway entrance in Times Square
The newly rebuilt entrance will include original artwork and an expansion of what is now the largest mosaic installation in the New York City subway system.
Karine Jean-Pierre taking over as White House press secretary
The New York native is the first Black and openly LGBTQ person to hold the position.
Deadly shooting in the East Village
A 39-year-old man is dead after police say he was shot in the East Village.
