NYPD, FDNY update marijuana testing policies
The NYPD says it will still test cops, but the FDNY will not unless for cause.
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The NYPD says it will still test cops, but the FDNY will not unless for cause.
New York state legalized cannabis use last year but has yet to allow dispensaries to sell it beyond medical use.
New York state legalized recreational marijuana last year but has yet to allow licensed dispensaries to sell it beyond medical use. As CBS2's Natalie Duddridge reports, that hasn't stopped all kinds of unlicensed vendors from popping up all over the city, and now the state is trying to crack down.
The latest hearing yielded no real information on the strategy adopted by the WNBA star's legal team, but a U.S. diplomat says she's doing "as well as can be expected."
The New York State Cannabis Control Board is considering several proposed safety regulations for legalized marijuana.
The state says it's working on educating New Yorkers on how to safely and legally use marijuana.
State legislators have received more than 700 applications for recreational marijuana dispensaries.
CBS2's Ali Bauman reports.
Jeff Brown, the executive director of the Cannabis Regulatory Commission, said there were only minor issues reported.
With recreational marijuana now being sold in New Jersey, authorities are once again sounding the alarm on potential dangers. CBS2's Meg Baker explains some of the pitfalls recreational users could face.
We have more information on the history of the legalization of marijuana.
Recreational sales of marijuana for anyone 21 and older have officially started in New Jersey; CBS2's Meg Baker reports.
It was a historic day in the Garden State on Wednesday as recreational sales of marijuana for those 21 and older started. CBS2's Meg Baker was with Gov. Phil Murphy and the crowds who waited in line in Elizabeth.
CBS2's John Dias has all the excitement, including a visit from the governor.
Many in the Garden State have been waiting a long time to legally buy weed.
In almost every state, the old laws about marijuana are being rewritten.
Beginning Thursday at 6 a.m., cannabis can be sold legally in New Jersey for adult recreational use. CBS2's Dick Brennan spoke to Joe Bayern, CEO of Curaleaf, one of seven companies approved to sell cannabis products in New Jersey.
Cannabis is legal for those 21 and older, but some fear with more access to the drug, it could wind up in the hands of more teens.
Recreational sales of marijuana start in New Jersey on Thursday, and with that comes an effort to make sure teenagers are educated on the effects of the drug, especially when it comes to driving. CBS2's Meg Baker reports on some teenagers who are spreading a message of safety.
New Jersey is putting the final touches on its long-awaited rollout for legal recreational marijuana use with sales at select dispensaries beginning Thursday. So where are we now, as it relates to the laws and opinions on the drug? CBS2's Dave Carlin reports.
Cannabis may be legal, but that doesn't mean you can partake at work. Employers can prohibit it and require a drug test.
Recreational marijuana sales begin Thursday in New Jersey. CBS2's Meg Baker reports on what you need to know when it comes to marijuana use and your job.
New Jersey could become the largest recreational cannabis market on the East Coast.
New Jersey dispensaries are gearing up as recreational marijuana sales begin next week in the state. Anyone 21 and older will be able to buy recreational pot at select locations. As CBS2's Nick Caloway reports, retailers are expecting a big turnout.
New York has licensed 52 suppliers to begin growing product on farms.
The New Jersey Devils beat the New York Rangers 6-3 on Saturday for their fourth straight win.
Virtual reality is helping some veterans on Long Island travel the world again without leaving their nursing home.
New York City FC rolled past Orlando City 5-0 on Saturday in its home opener.
New York City police said suspicious devices were ignited Saturday during clashing protests outside Gracie Mansion, the official residence of Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Manhattan's Upper East Side.
Many of these Long Islanders believe their section of New York's shoreline is shrinking because of the brutal winter.
Virtual reality is helping some veterans on Long Island travel the world again without leaving their nursing home.
New York City police said suspicious devices were ignited Saturday during clashing protests outside Gracie Mansion, the official residence of Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Manhattan's Upper East Side.
Many of these Long Islanders believe their section of New York's shoreline is shrinking because of the brutal winter.
NYPD said Johary Cantave was shot in the head during a dispute near 44th Street and Ninth Avenue in Sunset Park.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
Periods of rain will move through the New York area Thursday, but spring temperatures are on the way for the weekend.
Snow and rain will make for messy morning and evening commutes for New Yorkers on Tuesday. It's a First Alert Weather Day.
The Tri-State Area's weekend is looking like a tale of two seasons with both snow and sunshine.
Another round of snow is impacting the Tri-State Area Wednesday, just after a major blizzard dumped more than 2 feet of snow in some parts of New York and New Jersey.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
While the money promised by Gov. Mikie Sherrill will help Phillipsburg make sinkhole repairs, it won't be enough to get everyone back in their homes.
The suspect allegedly used Google Translate to threaten to shoot a cashier at Mi Rinconcito Ecuatoriano in Newark.
Americans coming from the Middle East arrived at JFK Airport on Thursday and said the U.S. evacuation plan after attacking Iran was grossly insufficient.
New Jersey E-ZPass users could soon be able to ditch the tags mounted to their windshields to pay tolls.
Virtual reality is helping some veterans on Long Island travel the world again without leaving their nursing home.
Many of these Long Islanders believe their section of New York's shoreline is shrinking because of the brutal winter.
John Miro, a 70-year-old Long Island crossing guard who was struck by a driver while on the job last week, has died, police confirm.
Middle Country Road in Suffolk County will be getting major improvements, as a portion of it has been on a list of New York's ten deadliest roads for years.
A new study shows toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS may be entering the food chain on Long Island through contaminated soil, water and air.
New York State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins' office confirmed the budget plan will have a "robust progressive and corporate tax proposal."
Americans coming from the Middle East arrived at JFK Airport on Thursday and said the U.S. evacuation plan after attacking Iran was grossly insufficient.
The timing of Trump's Truth Social post announcing Kristi Noem's removal as DHS secretary took DHS officials and the secretary herself by surprise.
The announcement comes amid criticism of DHS spending under Noem, and as Congress has allowed the department's funding to lapse.
The New York City Council held a hearing Thursday on sanctuary city laws, and how well agencies are complying, prompting a rally outside City Hall.
A new study shows toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS may be entering the food chain on Long Island through contaminated soil, water and air.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Failed contract agreements between Mount Sinai and Anthem have caused thousands of New York patients to lose in-network care.
New York Attorney General Letitia James' office has ordered NYU Langone Health to resume its Transgender Youth Health Program.
Actress Daryl Hannah explains why the depiction of herself in the FX miniseries "Love Story" is unacceptable in an op-ed in Friday's New York Times.
Justin Timberlake is suing Sag Harbor to prevent the release of bodycam video of his 2024 arrest for driving while intoxicated on Long Island.
Brian Anthony Moreland is a Tony Award-nominated producer who has worked on numerous hit shows and joins a short list of Black producers working on Broadway.
Pokémon fans across New York City waited in live for special events marking the franchise's 30th anniversary.
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.
The New Jersey Devils beat the New York Rangers 6-3 on Saturday for their fourth straight win.
New York City FC rolled past Orlando City 5-0 on Saturday in its home opener.
OG Anunoby scored 34 points to power the New York Knicks to a 142-103 win over the Denver Nuggets.
The Rangers beat the Maple Leafs 6-2 on Thursday night to pick up their first regulation win at home in more than three months.
Cutter Gauthier scored twice in a span of just over three minutes in the first period, backup Ville Husso stopped 42 shots and the Anaheim Ducks beat the New York Islanders 5-1.
Neighbors and local businesses in Long Island City, Queens, say rental trucks parked on streets are impacting daily operations.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
Manhattan historians recently discovered a link to the Underground Railroad at the Merchant's House Museum.
The National Dance Institute in Harlem hosts a special camp twice a year to bring together dancers with and without special needs for a dance camp, proving anyone can take center stage.
Could New York City's harsh winter weather end up curbing the number of rats? Here's why experts are saying don't count on it.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
Investigators are looking for three people involved in the shooting death of a Brooklyn teenager. He was shot in a car in Sunset Park early Saturday morning, and it's not clear if he was the intended target. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian heard from his family, left heartbroken and grieving.
Six people were arrested after two clashing protests outside Gracie Mansion on Saturday, the NYPD said. The Bomb Squad also responded after multiple suspicious devices were used. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports.
CBS News New York's John Elliott spends the morning learning about the Lighthouse Guild and its mission in Lincoln Square.
President Trump appeared to rule out negotiations with Iran as he called for the country's "unconditional surrender." CBS News' Cristian Benavides reports.
Police sources said the boy was shot inside a car in Sunset Park. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
