
FDA Authorizes Pfizer Pill To Treat COVID-19
The Food and Drug Administration has authorized the first of two different COVID-19 treatment pills Wednesday. The pill is called Paxlovid, and is made by Pfizer.
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The Food and Drug Administration has authorized the first of two different COVID-19 treatment pills Wednesday. The pill is called Paxlovid, and is made by Pfizer.
But as CBS2's Dr. Max Gomez reported Tuesday, the pills will not replace vaccines as the best weapon against the virus.
Drug maker Merck asked U.S. regulators Monday to authorize its pill against COVID-19 in what would add an entirely new and easy-to-use weapon to the world's arsenal against the pandemic.
The Merck Foundation says the Boy Scouts' exclusion of gays from its ranks and leadership positions conflicts with giving guidelines and the company's nondiscrimination policy.
There are websites that help travel companions link up. They include erideshare.com and a service from the New Jersey Department of Transportation.
JPMorgan Chase and nearly 40 other companies, some of them also based in the New York City area, have teamed up to try and get veterans back into the workforce.
An experimental Merck drug safely boosted good cholesterol to record highs while dropping bad cholesterol to unprecedented lows in a study that stunned researchers and renewed hopes for an entirely new way of lowering heart risks.
Thursday is the start of hurricane season, and the New Jersey State Police and the Department of Transportation are already planning for a busy season.
Actor Wendell Pierce is Tony-nominated for his role as "Willy Loman" in Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman."
Joel was named Madison Square Garden's first-ever music franchise in December, 2013.
A fire in New Jersey's Bass River State Forest continues to grow Thursday, spreading to more than 3,000 acres. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is asking people to avoid the area.
Police said two of the three suspects have outstanding warrants for burglary in several states.
Actor Wendell Pierce is Tony-nominated for his role as "Willy Loman" in Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman."
Joel was named Madison Square Garden's first-ever music franchise in December, 2013.
Police said two of the three suspects have outstanding warrants for burglary in several states.
Joshua Valles's sudden hospitalization was highlighted in a recent report by a court-appointed monitor that raised concerns about safety and transparency at Rikers Island.
The ceremony was hosted by federal partners at the Jacob Javits building, including the Departments of Health and Human Services and Housing and Urban Development.
The tunnel will remain closed while the fire marshal inspects it.
Once signed, the new law would go into effect in January 2024.
The governor said he included $70 million in the budget to help stabilize the child care industry.
An expert says brown tide is most common when the water is warm and overloaded with nutrients.
Marine experts said the great white sharks are making their annual migration from the Florida Keys to the northeast.
Thursday is the start of hurricane season, and the New Jersey State Police and the Department of Transportation are already planning for a busy season.
A fire in New Jersey's Bass River State Forest continues to grow Thursday, spreading to more than 3,000 acres. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is asking people to avoid the area.
"My Big Gay Italian Wedding," created by Staten Island-native Anthony Wilkinson, satires the controversy surrounding same-sex marriage while highlighting the chaos behind planning a wedding.
Rashid Ali Bynum, 28, is accused of fatally shooting the Sayreville councilwoman in February.
Crime scene investigators took photos and placed evidence markers in front of Bridgestone Hose Power on Wednesday.
Police said two of the three suspects have outstanding warrants for burglary in several states.
An argument over a baseball led to a man assaulting a teenager, and shocking video led to charges.
Part of the intersection of Lido Boulevard and Regent Drive appeared to be collapsed.
A fake Long Island realtor couple required a cash deposit in exchange for house keys, but it was all a scam.
Marine experts said the great white sharks are making their annual migration from the Florida Keys to the northeast.
Seven Republicans have announced their candidacies for president so far. And President Biden announced in April that he'd run for reelection.
More than 70,000 asylum seekers have arrived in the Big Apple and space is running out.
Once signed, the new law would go into effect in January 2024.
In the recording, Trump acknowledged he kept a classified Pentagon document after he left the White House.
A majority of Democrats and a majority of Republicans voted in favor of the Fiscal Responsibility Act.
May is awareness month for preeclampsia, a type of high blood pressure some women develop during or after pregnancy.
Rodriguez, or A-Rod as he is known, has partnered with the health products company OraPharma to help raise awareness.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's dementia diagnosis was announced as former President Jimmy Carter continues to receive hospice care.
Dr. Kumar shared a list of dos and don'ts, spoke about why snacking can be a red flag and offered some other tips.
The state's Department of Health says the change is "due to the changing landscape of the COVID-19 pandemic."
Actor Wendell Pierce is Tony-nominated for his role as "Willy Loman" in Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman."
Joel was named Madison Square Garden's first-ever music franchise in December, 2013.
"My Big Gay Italian Wedding," created by Staten Island-native Anthony Wilkinson, satires the controversy surrounding same-sex marriage while highlighting the chaos behind planning a wedding.
Max Webster is a Tony Award nominee for directing the new play "Life of Pi," based on the Oscar-winning movie.
McDonald spoke to CBS2's Dana Tyler about the drama and playwright Adrienne Kennedy.
Seattle avoided a three-game sweep and snapped the Yankees' four-game win streak.
Carlos Carrasco (2-2) pitched six efficient innings to win his second consecutive start.
New York improves to 5-2-0 in the series.
Braian Cufré got NYCFC on the scoreboard in the 64th minute, using an assist from Alfredo Morales.
The Yankees moved a season-high 11 games over .500, and have posted 20 runs and 30 hits in the first two games of the series.
The annual tradition returned Wednesday in New York Harbor, ahead of Memorial Day.
The exhibit focuses on the key period between 1964 and 1966, when the Beatles became international superstars.
This year's theme centered on Karl Lagerfeld, best known for his work as creative director of Chanel.
The groundbreaking singer, actor and activist died Tuesday at the age of 96 in his New York home.
The Mets unveiled a massive new scoreboard and defeated the Marlins in their home opener at Citi Field.
Actor Wendell Pierce is Tony-nominated for his role as "Willy Loman" in Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman". For the first time, the recent Broadway revival featured a Black family as the Lomans. Pierce sat down with CBS2's Dana Tyler to talk about his nomination and starring in the American classic play.
Elise Finch has the Tri-State Area's latest First Alert Forecast on CBS2 News at Noon.
Billy Joel started his record-breaking run at Madison Square Garden in 2014.
A flag raising ceremony was held Thursday morning in Lower Manhattan to mark the beginning of LGBTQ+ Pride Month.
Police said they arrested the suspects in Jamaica, Queens.