Massapequa High School fighting ban on Native American mascots
The Massapequa High School Chiefs mascot, in its colorful feathered headdress, is being painted on a sprawling new mural, in apparent defiance of the state's order.
The Massapequa High School Chiefs mascot, in its colorful feathered headdress, is being painted on a sprawling new mural, in apparent defiance of the state's order.
The Massapequa High School Chiefs mascot, in its colorful feathered headdress, is being painted on a sprawling new mural, in apparent defiance of the state's order. CBS2's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Village of Babylon officials said Jaronczyk's body was found in the area where he fell overboard Sunday.
James Jaronczyk was last seen off the Suffolk County shore near Babylon on Sunday afternoon.
Police said the 28-year-old from Massapequa was alone on a 22-foot speedboat before he fell into the water, CBS2's Jennifer McLogan reports.
The controversial state directive to lose the names has been met with approval and disagreement.
Teacher Lisa Davi found overwhelmed students were not getting the tools to navigate growing stress.
The New York state Education Department is warning some schools to change their mascot or risk losing state funding.
They became the first team from Long Island to make it to the Little League World Series in 44 years.
A celebration was held Wednesday for a Long Island baseball team that made history at the Little League World Series.
CBS2's Jennifer McLogan was there as the team returned home, celebrating perseverance and teamwork.
The Little League boys from Massapequa have made Long Island proud. CBS2's Jennifer McLogan was there as the team returned home Tuesday after a run at the championship tournament in Pennsylvania.
Massapequa Coast lost to Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania in Monday's elimination game.
Long Island's Massapequa Coast gets another shot at keeping their Little League World Series dreams alive Sunday.
This is Massapequa's first time going to the Little League World Series in their 72-year history.
The Massapequa Coast from Long Island will take on a team from Hawaii on Friday.
The bets are in as the Little League World Series tournament gets underway.
The Massapequa Coast will play in the Little League World Series on Friday night.
There was a special tribute to some champion Little Leaguers on Long Island.
Massapequa is heading to the Little League World Series for the first time in their 72-year history after beating Toms River. CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis was with fans at a watch party on Long Island.
Two Tri-State Area baseball teams are vying for a spot in the Little League World Series. Toms River East and the Massapequa Coast Little League are playing in the Metro Region Championship game in Connecticut on Friday. CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis has all the excitement.
This is Massapequa's first time going to the Little League World Series in their 72-year history.
The Massapequa Coast team is trying to make their way into the Little League World Series.
Nassau Police displayed weapons and parts found in the house, including an assault rifle they say was made with two 3D printers.
21-year-old Gerald Gilrane allegedly told police "I got a 3D printer, and I saw online that people were doing and I thought it would be cool." CBS2's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
She was a child of the stage (her first role, at age 5, was in "The King and I") who starred in such hits as "A Chorus Line." Lee talks about her lifelong love of performing and teaching, helping raise many more Broadway babies.
Expect a very pleasant Father's Day with bright skies, low humidity and temps in the upper 70s. A heat wave is likely in the days ahead.
A DNA test that Matt Katz took to answer questions about his ancestry only stirred more mysteries. The investigative journalist dug into a past replete with family secrets and early fertility treatments, and turned his journey into a podcast, "Inconceivable Truth."
Police took five people into custody after two people were shot in Brooklyn at what appeared to be a late-night party.
Rafael Devers hit a two-run double and the Boston Red Sox ended Carlos Rodón's seven-start winning streak by beating the New York Yankees 8-4.
Expect a very pleasant Father's Day with bright skies, low humidity and temps in the upper 70s. A heat wave is likely in the days ahead.
Police took five people into custody after two people were shot in Brooklyn at what appeared to be a late-night party.
A Manhattan synagogue was defaced early Saturday morning, police say. It's the latest incident in a week-long escalation of antisemitic incidents across New York City.
Sean "Diddy" Combs was given a key to the city in a Times Square ceremony last year. This week, he honored a request from Mayor Eric Adams that he return it.
Early voting is now underway in New York for federal, state and local primaries.
Expect a very pleasant Father's Day with bright skies, low humidity and temps in the upper 70s. A heat wave is likely in the days ahead.
Strong to severe thunderstorms moved into the New York area late Friday afternoon.
Dan Hurley says he asked himself where he belongs when considering whether to accept an offer to coach the Los Angeles Lakers or stay at UConn.
Many of the survivors of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting are graduating from Newtown High School Wednesday.
Sunday afternoon will shape up nicely once the rain clears!
Expect a very pleasant Father's Day with bright skies, low humidity and temps in the upper 70s. A heat wave is likely in the days ahead.
After conducting a storm survey, the National Weather Service Mount Holly confirmed Saturday afternoon that an EF-0 landspout tornado touched down in Lawrence Township, New Jersey, between 5:59-6 p.m. Friday.
Police in Florham Park, New Jersey are warning residents about robbers who may be using Wi-Fi jammers to stop victims from using their phones to call for help.
Strong to severe thunderstorms moved into the New York area late Friday afternoon.
The Secret Service is involved, and a Philadelphia city councilmember wants to see an investigation into the thefts.
Expect a very pleasant Father's Day with bright skies, low humidity and temps in the upper 70s. A heat wave is likely in the days ahead.
Early voting is now underway in New York for federal, state and local primaries.
A 15-year-old boy has been arrested in connection to a Long Beach shooting that left another teenager injured Thursday.
At least one person was injured in a shooting in Long Beach on Thursday. Police say it happened as a massive crowd of young adults was being dispersed from the beach and boardwalk.
Gov. Hochul and Mayor Adams are among the New York elected officials who want the anti-mask law brought back to stop antisemitic protesters.
Early voting is now underway in New York for federal, state and local primaries.
A hot-button issue in Brooklyn has candidates divided ahead of New York's Primary Election -- the McGuinness Boulevard Redesign Project.
Jurors could find the senator's strategy of pinning the blame on his wife offensive, legal experts say.
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives exceeded its authority when it issued the rule outlawing bump stocks.
Hundreds of people are now suing the New York City Department of Correction after they were allegedly abused at juvenile detention facilities.
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's handling of COVID in nursing homes was under scrutiny Tuesday in Washington, D.C.
Caring for aging parents can be stressful, expensive and tough to balance with a full-time job. But some couples in the so-called "sandwich generation" say there is a silver lining.
Health regulators says consumers should avoid eating shellfish from two states because they may contain paralytic toxins.
New York is expanding access to doula services and becoming the first in the nation to give mothers 20 hours paid time off for prenatal care.
There has been one reported case of a new sexually transmitted form of ringworm in New York City, health officials say.
She was a child of the stage (her first role, at age 5, was in "The King and I") who starred in such hits as "A Chorus Line." Lee talks about her lifelong love of performing and teaching, helping raise many more Broadway babies.
Sean "Diddy" Combs was given a key to the city in a Times Square ceremony last year. This week, he honored a request from Mayor Eric Adams that he return it.
Kensington Palace releases a new photo of Kate as the Princess of Wales offers an update on her cancer treatment and announces a step back into public life.
From theater legends to first-time performers, there have been many high points to this busy Broadway season.
Fans at her concerts last weekend danced so hard they generated seismic activity that was felt nearly four miles away from Murrayfield Stadium.
Rafael Devers hit a two-run double and the Boston Red Sox ended Carlos Rodón's seven-start winning streak by beating the New York Yankees 8-4.
The Red Bulls (8-4-6), who had a five-game win streak snapped last time out, are winless in back-to-back games.
J.D. Martinez homered twice, Jose Quintana ended a 10-start winless streak and the New York Mets beat the San Diego Padres 5-1 Saturday for their eighth win in 10 games.
Yankees ace Gerrit Cole struck out 10 batters in a Triple-A game, perhaps the final hurdle before he joins New York's rotation for the first time in 2024.
The Hall of Fame player has been the last 24 years working as a studio analyst for TNT and on Friday he announced that next season will be his last on TV.
A hot-button issue in Brooklyn has candidates divided ahead of New York's Primary Election -- the McGuinness Boulevard Redesign Project.
The Harlem restaurant 67 Orange Street is stirring up some special cocktails ahead of the Juneteenth holiday.
CBS New York's Elle McLogan visited one Queens tavern that is participating in Juneteenth NY's Restaurant Crawl.
In October, CBS New York reported on the Magnolia Tree Earth Center's fight to restore its historic home.
As part of its 90th anniversary celebration, Harlem's historic venue honored Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds on Monday.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
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.
These New Yorkers have learned a lot from their dads.
Richard Davey is going back to Boston after years as the president of New York City Transit. Watch his interview on CBS New York's "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
The 2023-24 Broadway season was an incredible year in theater, from new plays and musicals to reimagined revivals. CBS New York's Dave Carlin reports.
The annual Rock, Ribs and Ridges Festival at the Sussex County Fairgrounds in New Jersey is coming up, where pitmasters from around the U.S. compete for prizes and bragging rights.
The Citizens Queens 10K evolved from what used to be the Queens Half Marathon.