Islanders great Mike Bossy dies at 65
The Hockey Hall of Famer and four-time Stanley Cup champ succumbed to his battle with lung cancer.
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New Report Shows Lung Cancer Is Being Detected Earlier And Patients Are Living Longer
The war on cancer is now 50 years old and a new report from the American Cancer Society shows major progress against lung cancer, the leading cause of cancer death in the U.S.
Lung Cancer Survivors On Long Island Rave About Immunotherapy, Which Doctors Say Is Akin To A Cure For Some
There was an inspiring gathering Monday on Long Island. Survivors of lung cancer celebrated life.
Kathy Griffin Announces She Has Lung Cancer
The 60-year-old posted to social media that she was undergoing surgery to have a portion of her left lung removed.
Federal Task Force Expands Screening Recommendations To Include Current And Former Smokers Ages 50-80
Lung cancer is by far the number one cancer killer in the U.S. There have been more than 131,000 deaths this year alone.
International Studies Show New Lung Cancer Screenings Could Reduce Mortality By 20%
CBS2's Dr. Max Gomez spoke with Dr. Joshua Sabari from NYU's Langone's Perlmutter Cancer Center about new lung cancer screenings that could reduce mortality rates.
How 2 New Yorkers Are Tipping The Odds Of Lung Cancer Survival
The key to beating lung cancer is early detection with a lung scan, and a major way to improve the chances of surviving is now free thanks to two New Yorkers.
Life-Saving Tactic In Detecting, Fighting Lung Cancer In New Yorkers Now Being Offered For Free
Studies proved that early lung cancer detection does save lives, but screening costs money and were inconvenient until now.
Health Watch: New Radiation Therapy Acts Like GPS For Lung Cancer
This new technology tells doctors and the linear accelerator producing the radiation beam, exactly where the cancer is in a patient's lung.
New Procedure Helps Some Lung Cancer Patients Beat The Odds
Tiny coils are helping surgeons save healthy lung tissue that would otherwise be removed along with the tumor in surgery.
New Cases Of Lung Cancer Spreading To Younger Women
After treating her for pneumonia, doctors discovered a 44-year-old mother, herself a non-smoker, had stage IV lung cancer.
Doctors Study Effects Of Using Nicotine Patches To Fight Lung Disease
It sounds like the exact opposite of what you should do: Use a drug found in cigarette smoke to fight lung disease. But that's just what doctors are doing.
Could B Vitamin Megadoses Actually Increase Lung Cancer Risk For Male Smokers?
Could vitamin B supplements protect against lung cancer? One new study suggests the opposite.
J.P. Parise, Former Islander And Father Of Zach, Dies At 73
J.P. Parise, a Minnesota North Stars standout who also played for Canada in a landmark series against the Soviet Union in 1972, has died of lung cancer. He was 73.
Rep. Carolyn McCarthy Announces Diagnosis Of 'Treatable' Form Of Lung Cancer
"Several diagnostic tests have led to a diagnosis of lung cancer. A treatment plan will begin soon and I look forward to its successful completion," she said in a statement on her official website.
Report: Lung Cancer Number One Cancer Killer In New York State
The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network's recently-released statistics found there will be an estimated 8,800 lung cancer deaths statewide this year.
NY Woman's Website Allows Users To Build A New Family
A Queens woman has created a website that allows users to choose their family. Chooseafamily.com lets users search an online database for the family members that they never had.
Long Island Student Gets Nat'l Award For Lung Cancer Research
Although the research was complex, the goal for one Long Island teenager was simple - to help treat patients with lung cancer.
Former Penn State Coach Joe Paterno Diagnosed With Lung Cancer
Former Penn State coach Joe Paterno has a treatable form of lung cancer, according to his son.
Judge: NYC Cannot Use Grotesque Anti-Tobacco Ads
The city's campaign to scare smokers with grotesque images of decaying teeth or a diseased lung wherever tobacco products are sold was struck down Wednesday by a federal judge.
Researchers Optimistic Over Experimental Lung Cancer Vaccine
Researchers at New York Presbyterian-Weill Cornell Medical Center have discovered a breakthrough experimental treatment for lung cancer.
CT Student On Mission To Raise Lung Cancer Awareness
Marissa Adamo, along with other students at Sacred Heart University, are mounting their "WEAR WHITE" campaign to bring attention to the deadly nature of the disease.
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More protests held across NYC after Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
Organizers said abortion rights supporters cannot afford to wait for November elections to take action.
1 dead, 4 hurt after driver strikes pedestrians in Brooklyn
One pedestrian, who police say was a grandmother, was killed. An 8-year-old boy was critically injured.
3 found dead inside Queens home, police investigating
A person of interest was taken into custody.
Missing Persons Day offers resources, support for loved ones
Attendees had the chance to voluntarily share information like photos and DNA reference samples.
Nassau Co. hoping to attract more lifeguards amid shortage
According to nationwide statistics, staffing shortages are impacting at least one-third of all U.S. swimming pools.
Dozens of guns collected at buyback event in Harlem
It was hosted by the Manhattan District Attorney's Office and the NYPD.
Astros' Javier, bullpen combine to no-hit Yanks
New York was no-hit for just the eighth time. Houston had been the previous team to do it on June 11, 2003.
Brian Laundrie's written confession to Gabby Petito killing released: "I ended her life"
The attorney for Brian Laundrie's family has released images of a notebook where Laundrie confessed to killing Gabby Petito. In an eight page letter, Laundrie said "I ended her life."
NYPD: Man wanted after armed robberies in the Bronx
According to police, a suspect stabbed two men and stole more than $300 from them during unprovoked attacks.
NYC Pride celebrations continue leading up to Sunday's march
The theme this year is "Unapologetically Us."
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3 found dead inside Queens home, police investigating
A person of interest was taken into custody.
More protests held in NYC over Roe v. Wade decision
Demonstrators say they will continue to speak out and rally in the streets. More protests are planned for Sunday.
1 dead, 4 hurt after driver strikes pedestrians in Brooklyn
One pedestrian, who police say was a grandmother, was killed. An 8-year-old boy was critically injured.
Missing Persons Day offers resources, support for loved ones
Attendees had the chance to voluntarily share information like photos and DNA reference samples.
Dozens of guns collected at buyback event in Harlem
It was hosted by the Manhattan District Attorney's Office and the NYPD.
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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.
Investigators say 6-year-old burned Bridgeport boy was not intentionally set on fire
Officials say there's no evidence any of the children deliberately hurt one another.
Conn. woman dies after being infected with tickborne virus
She is the second person in Connecticut to test positive for the virus this year and the first to die.
For first time ever, average gas prices in New York hits $5
Drivers across the Tri-State Area continue to feel the squeeze at the pump.
Drivers hoping for relief as gas prices again hit record highs
The national average for a gallon of regular reached $4.87 on Monday. It's even more expensive in the Tri-State Area.
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2 planes partially collide on tarmac at Newark Airport
United Airlines says two of its planes made contact on the tarmac before departing.
95-year-old WWII vet finally receives high school diploma
Now 95 and blessed with a massive family, Lyndhurst High School grad says he still enjoys many of life's pleasures.
N.J. couple recalls escape from Surfside condo collapse
"The hardest part is knowing you walked out and other people didn't," Janette Aguero said.
Murphy asks NJ lawmakers to look into creating gun-free zones
Murphy called the Supreme Court's ruling on firearm carry laws an outrage.
N.J. Six Flags park welcomes litter of Siberian tigers
The five cubs were born on May 2.
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Nassau Co. hoping to attract more lifeguards amid shortage
According to nationwide statistics, staffing shortages are impacting at least one-third of all U.S. swimming pools.
Brian Laundrie's written confession to Gabby Petito killing released: "I ended her life"
The attorney for Brian Laundrie's family has released images of a notebook where Laundrie confessed to killing Gabby Petito. In an eight page letter, Laundrie said "I ended her life."
Nassau Police disable improvised "soda bomb" device left near elementary school gate
Nassau Police say it was a student's father who made the discovery this morning, the last day of school.
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.
Many on Long Island hail SCOTUS gun-carry law decision as big victory
They say New York's rule was arbitrary, adding the more people carrying guns to protect themselves, the safer we'll all be.
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Local leaders react to supreme court overturning Roe v. Wade
The 1973 decision that established the right to an abortion across the country.
Supreme Court strikes down Roe v. Wade in seismic shift for abortion rights
The Supreme Court issued its highly anticipated decision in a case involving a Mississippi law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
NY lawmakers to mull post-Supreme Court gun bills next week
Hochul called the decision "reckless and reprehensible" as she announced she will convene a special session.
SCOTUS ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade could impact N.Y. governor's race
In a blue state like New York, political experts say the ruling is the political equivalent of manna from heaven.
Hochul, Adams vow to protect abortion access in New York
New York could very well become the country's abortion capital.
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Second day of long lines for monkeypox vaccine at Chelsea health clinic
The Chelsea Sexual Health Clinic opened at 11 a.m., but the line for a vaccine started forming outside about three hours earlier.
Hundreds line up for monkeypox vaccine in New York City
Demand was so high that it overwhelmed capacity and forced the city cut off walk-ins.
FDA bans Juul e-cigarettes from the U.S. market
Regulator's decision comes amid concerns that an epidemic of underage vaping will hook a new generation on nicotine.
Kids begin receiving COVID vaccine at Cohen Children's Medical Center
The CDC authorized the shots over the weekend and now they are available to roughly 20 million children in the U.S.
NYC launches COVID vaccine sites for children under 5
Mayor Eric Adams and Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan toured a site ahead of its opening in Times Square, reassuring parents the vaccines are safe and effective.
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Broadway's "Chicago" celebrates 10,000th performance
"Chicago" is only the second Broadway show in history to play 10,000 performances.
Madonna appears at Terminal 5 to kick off Pride weekend
Madonna was only recently announced as a performer at the sold-out show.
Rapper Lil TJay 1 of 2 people shot overnight near shopping plaza in Edgewater, New Jersey
Police say another victim was found just down the road at a gas station. Three arrests have been made.
Shakespeare in the Park celebrates 60 years of summer public theater
Tuesday night was the first preview performance of "Richard III."
CBS2 catches up with former Menudo member Cesar Abreu
The Washington Heights resident and NYU grad said he is living his truth as he moves on with next stages of his career.
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Alonso hits two HRs, Mets beat Marlins
Alonso's home run over the left-center field wall against Miami reliever Jimmy Yacabonis (0-1) snapped a 3-3 tie.
Astros' Javier, bullpen combine to no-hit Yanks
New York was no-hit for just the eighth time. Houston had been the previous team to do it on June 11, 2003.
Verlander pitches Astros to win, ends Yanks' home streak
New York lost for just the fourth time in its last 23 games overall.
Lindor homers, knocks in 4 as Mets top Marlins
Lindor gave the Mets a quick lead with his solo shot in the first.
Judge, Yanks agree to $19 million deal, avoid hearing
The slugger remains on track to become a free agent after the World Series.
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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.
'The melting pot starts' at Kalustyan's in Midtown
For hard-to-find flavors from faraway continents, professional chefs and home cooks flock to a specialty food store founded in 1944.
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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.
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.
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First Alert Forecast: CBS2 6/25 Nightly Weather at 11PM
CBS2's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for June 25 at 11 p.m.
Police investigating 3 deaths at Queens home
Police are investigating the deaths of three people inside a home in Queens.
Dozens of weapons collected during gun buyback event in Harlem
A gun buyback event was held at the Soul Saving Station Church in Harlem on Saturday afternoon.
Biden signs gun legislation; NY lawmakers fight concealed carry ruling
There was a major step forward in the fight against gun violence Saturday as President Joe Biden signed the first significant piece of gun legislation in decades. While the law benefits New York, state legislators are also trying to work around the Supreme Court ruling that now makes it easier for everyone in the state to carry a gun in public. CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
Rallies, marches held in New York City after Roe v. Wade ruling
Rallies and marches took place in New York City on Saturday as demonstrators for and against abortion rights made their voices heard. CBS2's Thalia Perez spoke with people on both sides of the issue.
