Bruce Blakeman Sworn In As Nassau County Executive, Draws Ire For Ceremony Not Requiring Masks Or Proof Of Vaccination
There was an official change in leadership Monday for Nassau County's 1.4 million residents.
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Outgoing Nassau County Executive Laura Curran: 'I'm Confident We Left This Place A Heck Of A Lot Better Than We Found It'
In a county where registered Democrats outnumber Republicans by 100,000, incumbent Laura Curran lost her bid for re-election as Nassau County executive.
Democrat Laura Curran Concedes Nassau County Executive Race To Republican Challenger Bruce Blakeman
Unofficial results show Blakeman came out on top by some 2,100 votes.
Political Expert Calls GOP's Stunning Success On Long Island, Especially In Nassau County, A 'Red Tsunami'
It was a bumpy Election on Long Island for Democrats. Some are calling the red wave a bloodbath.
Nassau County Executive Race Neck And Neck; Donnelly Claims Victory In DA Race
Voters on Long Island say taxes, truthfulness, and public safety are important issues to them.
Long Island Preparing For Potential Flooding, Power Outages As Winds Pick Up
During the overnight hours and early Tuesday, Nassau and Suffolk counties were doused with about 10 hours of significant rainfall.
Gabby Petito's Death Prompts Nassau County To Expand 'Safe Dates Initiative' To Help Young People's Relationships
The county is urging every school district to sign up for the free four-session program.
Campaign 2021: Republican Blakeman Says He Can Pull Off Upset Against Popular Democrat Curran In Nassau County Executive Race
This year, the county executive is up for re-election in Nassau County and her opponent is trying to sell his plan to voters on the big three: crime, COVID-19, and property taxes.
New Flood Mitigation Projects Kicking Off On Long Island In Wake Of Ida's Damage
Twenty million dollars in infrastructure improvements are targeting drainage in Lawrence, Cedarhurst, Bay Park, Lido Beach, East Rockaway and Baldwin.
Mitchel Field Gymnasium Undergoing Renovation To Enhance Services For Long Island Veterans, Military Families
The base has a commissary, health facilities and an outdoor playground for the many veterans and military families. But the decades-old gym has been unusable.
After Record Number Of Shark Sightings, New Flag Warning System At Nassau County Beaches
On Nickerson Beach, a purple flag with a shark silhouette will be hosted for 24 hours whenever someone spots a shark.
Nassau County Begins Initiative To Bring COVID-19 Vaccine To Any Business That Requests It
Despite Nassau County boasting a high vaccination rate, the number of hesitant residents is significant as the Delta variant rages on.
Teens Train To Become Next Generation Of Volunteer Firefighters At Long Island's Camp Fahrenheit 516
Once training is complete, campers as young as 17 can get to work as volunteer firefighters.
Nassau County Boosts Shark Patrols After Recent Sightings Off Long Island Beaches
County officials said they don't want to frighten anyone, but shark activity off the shore is up with an unprecedented 20 sightings last year.
Tracking Elsa: Long Island Officials Urging Residents To Prepare For Potential Flooding Overnight
Long Island is bracing for its first brush of the season with a named storm.
Debate Heats Up Over How Long Island Should Allocate Federal COVID-19 Rescue Money
Who is the best steward of money, the people or the politicians? Unprecedented federal funding is flooding states and communities, and now there is a debate on Long Island regarding fair distribution.
Nassau County Volunteers Gearing Up For Stand Down To Assist Veterans In Need
On Long Island, officials say the need for food for struggling families and veterans has not eased, but help is coming.
Nassau County Proposes Millions In New Grants To Help Small Businesses Recover, But Application Process Adds Layer Of Difficulty
Millions of dollars are still available to help small businesses struggling due to the pandemic and Nassau County is now proposing million in new grants. But many don't know how or where to apply.
COVID Progress: With Memorial Day Approaching, Long Island Lawmakers Say It's Time For Beach Capacity To Be Increased
Long Island political leaders are calling on state officials to allow their beaches to open at normal 100% capacity.
Officials Say Long Island Rail Road Is 'Safer, Cleaner, More Reliable' Than Ever As They Beg Riders To Return
Nassau County Executive Laura Curran says a return to mass transit will fuel the region's recovery.
Nassau County Courthouse Named To National Register Of Historic Places
The building has been the site of a slew of sensational trials. It's also where actor Henry Fonda was married, and singer-songwriter Bob Dylan, too.
COVID On Long Island: Vaccination Site Opens At Nassau Coliseum
As more supply becomes available, COVID-19 vaccination efforts are ramping up across the Tri-State Area.
Nassau County Announces Plan For Memorial Honoring Afghanistan, Iraq War Veterans
The county is working with the nonprofit group Heroes Among Us to raise money for the memorial's design and commission.
Lawmakers Mostly Excited About What American Rescue Plan Will Mean For Struggling Nassau And Suffolk Counties
Village Hall in Farmingdale looks more like a fortress than a small seat of government. The plastic dividers installed at the front desk and in the court room, plus COVID-19 safety features.
Plethora Of Potholes Has Drivers On Long Island Seeing Red; Officials Say Help Is On The Way
The pothole fixes can't come soon enough, complain angry drivers on Long Island.
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Bomb squad clears suspicious package at JFK, evacuated terminal reopens
The package contained a common household product with a component that police K9s are trained to detect, sources told CBS2.
NYPD releases new video of deadly shooting of Bronx man on scooter
Investigators are hoping it helps them track down the suspects.
Several hurt in Queens house fire overnight
Smoke and flames filled the sky and the smell of smoke lingered in the Richmond Hill area for hours.
First Alert Forecast: Brighter skies, less humid this afternoon
Whether you're hanging in the yard, heading to the beach or getting ready for fireworks, you're in good shape.
Welcome to a summer of travel hell
After two years of the pandemic, airlines are struggling to keep up with pent-up demand despite staff shortages, cancelled flights and bad weather; Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says, "The bottom line is [airlines] need to deliver."
3-year-old dies after falling out window in East Harlem
Police say the 3-year-old boy fell out of a window on the 29th floor just after 11 a.m. Saturday.
Woman killed in hit-and-run near Cross Bronx Expressway
According to police, the driver of a white van struck the woman as she was trying to cross the street.
Suspect arrested in murder of mother shot on Upper East Side
The NYPD says Isaac Argro had been arrested in connection to the shooting death of Azsia Johnson.
1 killed, 3 injured in shooting at Queens mechanic shop
Police say it happened as a party was taking place inside a shop in the Richmond Hill section.
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Bomb squad clears suspicious package at JFK, evacuated terminal reopens
The package contained a common household product with a component that police K9s are trained to detect, sources told CBS2.
NYPD releases new video of deadly shooting of Bronx man on scooter
Investigators are hoping it helps them track down the suspects.
Several hurt in Queens house fire overnight
Smoke and flames filled the sky and the smell of smoke lingered in the Richmond Hill area for hours.
1 killed, 3 injured in shooting at Queens mechanic shop
Police say it happened as a party was taking place inside a shop in the Richmond Hill section.
NYPD: Man, 19, fatally shot while riding scooter in the Bronx
It happened around 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Melrose Avenue and East 156th Street in the Melrose section.
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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.
No end in sight to July 4 weekend flight delays and cancellations
There are dozens of delayed and canceled flights reported Saturday at Newark, LaGuardia and Kennedy Airports.
Air travel issues plague July 4 weekend plans
Flight demand is returning to near pre-pandemic levels, according to the experts.
AAA: Record number of travelers expected over July 4 weekend
According to FlightAware, more than 2,300 flights into or within the U.S. were delayed by Thursday afternoon.
Tri-State Area joins effort to boost offshore wind industry
The president aims to be able to power 10 million homes with wind energy by 2030.
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Crews battle 4-alarm fire at Palisades Park warehouse
A resident told CBS2 that the warehouse had not been used for at least a year.
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.
No end in sight to July 4 weekend flight delays and cancellations
There are dozens of delayed and canceled flights reported Saturday at Newark, LaGuardia and Kennedy Airports.
Jersey Shore business owners hope for busy July 4th weekend
Some say this is their first real Fourth of July celebration coming out of COVID.
FBI: Asian-American business owners targeted in burglaries
Two to three incidents are being reported each week.
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Nassau County steps up shark patrols for July 4th weekend
The Marine Bureau, helicopters and other resources will be on the lookout for sharks.
Exasperated residents want Huntington to crack down on leaf blower noise
"In the early morning, you don't have to start your engines before 7 o'clock," said Cathy Anner.
Lawsuit filed by parents of Gabby Petito will move forward
A Florida judge denied a motion to dismiss the case Thursday.
Jacobi Medical Center working on initiatives to combat gun violence
Since the spring of 2020, Jacobi has seen an increase of 181 percent when it comes to gunshot victims.
July 4th: Where to watch fireworks, street closures and more
Fourth of July weekend is here, and that means it's time to look to the skies for fireworks.
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Gov. Hochul signs law banning guns in many public places
Times Square is declared one of the "sensitive places" in New York state's new gun safety law.
Gov. Hochul signs new gun laws passed by N.Y. legislature
The governor says the new law that will severely limit the places New Yorkers can carry weapons.
N.J. gov. signs bills protecting reproductive health rights
One bill provides confidential care to out-of-state residents coming to the state.
Gov. Phil Murphy approves largest budget in N.J. history
Murphy says this budget makes New Jersey more affordable.
Ketanji Brown Jackson officially becomes first Black woman on Supreme Court
"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.
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Thousands of monkeypox vaccine doses coming to New York City
The city's health department says it is working with federal partners to get extra doses in the coming weeks.
Sandra Lindsay, nurse who received first COVID vaccine in U.S., to be awarded Presidential Medal of Freedom
The medal is the nation's highest civilian honor.
Monkeypox patient: "I've had COVID. This was way worse."
The man says doctors are ordering him to isolate until his lesions are gone, which can take as long as four weeks.
Jacobi Medical Center working on initiatives to combat gun violence
Since the spring of 2020, Jacobi has seen an increase of 181 percent when it comes to gunshot victims.
Some NYC mobile COVID test units will now offer Paxlovid
The program have the capacity to perform 6,000 tests and dispense 600 treatments a day.
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Man found at Taylor Swift properties faces stalking charges
Swift, 32, has had prior issues with alleged stalkers.
R. Kelly suing Brooklyn jail for putting him on suicide watch
Kelly claims officials at the Metropolitan Detention Center knew he was not suicidal after his sentencing.
Rapper Dupré Kelly joins Newark City Council
Kelly is the first platinum-selling hip-hop artist in the United States to be elected to office.
Broadway's mask mandate comes to an end, for now
Masks will no longer be required at most Broadway shows.
R. Kelly faces sentencing in Brooklyn court
Kelly was accused of using his celebrity status and a network of people to target girls, boys and young women for sex.
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Calhoun 2 HRs, Pérez wins 7th straight as Rangers beat Mets
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.
Rizzo, Stanton homer as Yankees win, sweep 2 from Guards
The Yankees are 25-6 since May 31.
Escobar, Peterson lead Mets past Rangers
Escobar's 417-foot drive gave the Mets their first win since beating the Marlins Saturday in Miami.
Yankees, Guardians postponed by rain, doubleheader Saturday
The teams will have a split doubleheader Saturday, starting at 12:10 p.m.
Ngoma scores in 89th, Red Bulls beat Atlanta United
Ngoma's goal came six minutes after teammate Lewis Morgan scored on a penalty kick to tie it.
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Myers of Keswick: A British grocery store in the West Village offering 'comforts from home'
"I always like to describe it as a little taste of England," owner Jennifer Myers-Pulidore told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
8 Hands Farm: Regenerative farming takes root on the North Fork
"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.
Zaragoza Deli & Grocery: An East Village home for Mexican family recipes
"That was my dream, to open a small business here," co-owner Pompeyo "Papa" Martinez told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Eddie's Sweet Shop: A '1930s time warp' in Forest Hills where the ice cream is homemade
"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.
The Hungarian Pastry Shop: Purveyor of coffee, cake, and conversation since 1961
"Most of my customers are regulars. They come almost every day, and they feel that this is their home," Panagiotis Binioris said.
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New York City Pride March draws crowd of thousands
Thousands came out for the 2022 New York City Pride March through Manhattan on Sunday.
Juneteenth celebrations held across New York City
Juneteenth celebrations took place across New York City on June 19.
Mermaid Parade returns to Coney Island for 40th anniversary
The famous Mermaid Parade returned to Coney Island on Saturday for its 40th anniversary.
Stars hit the red carpet at the 75th Annual Tony Awards
Stars of stage and screen hit the red carpet for the 75th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday night.
Remembering Ray Liotta through the years
Actor Ray Liotta has died. He was 67.
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Airline scheduling glitch threatens even more cancellations
July 4 weekend travelers are jamming airports with the biggest crowds since the pandemic started, CBS2's Wendy Gillette reports.
Dramatic video shows suspects in deadly shooting of Bronx man
Investigators hope the video helps them find the suspects who killed 19-year-old Melvin Urena.
Several hurt in Queens house fire overnight
Smoke and flames filled the sky and the smell of smoke lingered in the Richmond Hill area for hours, CBS2's Leah Mishkin reports.
First Alert Weather: CBS2's 7/3 Sunday morning update
John Elliott has the Tri-State Area's updated First Alert forecast on CBS2 News This Morning.
First Alert Forecast: CBS2 7/2 Nightly Weather at 11PM
CBS2's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for July 2 at 11 p.m.
