N.J. bans cellphones in schools after governor called them "needless distractions"
New Jersey has joined a growing list of states limiting students' cellphone use during the school day.
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New Jersey has joined a growing list of states limiting students' cellphone use during the school day.
Sherrill and Lt. Gov.-elect Dale Caldwell said their inauguration will take place in New Jersey's largest city.
New Jersey Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill said Thursday her inauguration will take place on Jan. 20 at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in Newark.
New Jersey Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill said on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that her state's residents elected her because they want "to see an agenda to get their costs down, and something that was going to take place quickly. As I said, you know, I'm not writing a strongly-worded letter. I'm not doing a 10-year plan."
Sherrill spoke at a food pantry in Newark that's facing a wave of people in need amid the federal government shutdown.
In New Jersey, Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill surged to a win with the help of the Latino vote. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo spoke with voters in Passaic County, which flipped blue this election.
New Jersey voters elected a new governor Tuesday. Despite what polls indicated, Democrat Mikie Sherrill won big and made significant gains across the state. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
Democrat Mikie Sherrill defeated her Republican challenger Jack Ciattarelli on Tuesday night to become New Jersey's next governor. Wednesday, she went to New Jersey's state house to begin the transition of power. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
Mikie Sherrill shared plans for her term as New Jersey governor, including a freeze on utility costs.
Results show the Democrat took 56% of the vote, beating Republican challenger Jack Ciattarelli, who took 43%. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
Democrat Mikie Sherrill is set to be the next governor of New Jersey after she defeated Republican Jack Ciattarelli, CBS News projects.
The Democrat, who has served four terms in the House, is celebrating her projected win over Republican Jack Ciattarelli. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
CBS News projects Democrat Mikie Sherrill as the winner in New Jersey's gubernatorial election. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan and Alice Gainer report.
The Republican nominee told his supporters he called Sherrill and congratulated her on winning the governor's race.
CBS News projects the Democratic congresswoman will defeat Republican Jack Ciattarelli in New Jersey's race for governor.
CBS News New York political reporter Marcia Kramer, political strategist Trip Yang, and political analyst and University of Mount Saint Vincent assistant professor J.C. Polanco analyze early numbers in the New Jersey governor's race.
Early results are coming in for the hotly contested New Jersey governor's race. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan and Alice Gainer report.
Dr. Matthew Hale, an associate professor of political science at Seton Hall University, spoke to CBS News New York about the New Jersey governor's race between Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli.
Polls say the New Jersey governor's race is tight. CBS News New York political reporter Marcia Kramer, political strategist Trip Yang, and political analyst and University of Mount Saint Vincent assistant professor J.C. Polanco help break down what to expect.
Early results are coming in for the race between Republican Jack Ciattarelli and Democrat Mikie Sherrill for governor of New Jersey.
The tightening New Jersey governor's race between Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli is being closely watched across the country. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
In New Jersey, the governor's race is being watched closely here at home and nationally. A new poll shows a neck-and-neck race between Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
It's Election Day in New Jersey, where Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli are running a closely watched race for governor. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
State leaders say law enforcement investigated and determined "there are no credible threats. CBS News New York's Christina Fan has more on Election Day in the Garden State.
Republican Jack Ciattarelli has a shot at winning 2025 New Jersey governor's race against Mikie Sherrill, after Democrats have held the office for two terms.
The case against the Columbia student detained by immigration agents inside her off-campus apartment has been dismissed, according to court records.
A Long Island woman was formally charged in the decades-old murder of her newborn baby, who was dumped on the side of a Calverton road, according to prosecutors.
An off-duty NYPD officer jumped into action when a man was trapped inside a burning car after a severe crash on Long Island.
Snow and rain will make for messy morning and evening commutes for New Yorkers on Tuesday. It will be a First Alert Weather Day.
The Pentagon announced Monday that a fourth American service member has been killed in Operation Epic Fury.
The case against the Columbia student detained by immigration agents inside her off-campus apartment has been dismissed, according to court records.
Snow and rain will make for messy morning and evening commutes for New Yorkers on Tuesday. It will be a First Alert Weather Day.
A terminally ill Bronx man made one final request from his hospital bed before he died. He wanted to say goodbye to his dogs and make sure they end up in a loving home.
Iranian-Americans marched in New York City on Sunday to celebrate the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and 40 of his top officials.
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.
Snow and rain will make for messy morning and evening commutes for New Yorkers on Tuesday. It will be 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.
Pet owners should be extra cautious with their pets during and after the major winter snowstorm impacting the New York and New Jersey area.
Double-digit snow totals have been reported across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut as a major blizzard begins to wind down.
Snow and rain will make for messy morning and evening commutes for New Yorkers on Tuesday. It will be a First Alert Weather Day.
With the fate of Iran uncertain after Saturday's strikes by the United States and Israel, the shockwaves are being felt in the Tri-State Area.
Several hundred protesters in Roxbury, N.J., took to the street Saturday expressing outrage over plans to build an ICE facility in their town.
The Tri-State Area's weekend is looking like a tale of two seasons with both snow and sunshine.
Neighbors of a home displaying hateful symbols in Woodland Park, New Jersey, say they have complained to police, but authorities said while it's disgraceful, it's still protected speech.
A Long Island woman was formally charged in the decades-old murder of her newborn baby, who was dumped on the side of a Calverton road, according to prosecutors.
An off-duty NYPD officer jumped into action when a man was trapped inside a burning car after a severe crash on Long Island.
Snow and rain will make for messy morning and evening commutes for New Yorkers on Tuesday. It will be a First Alert Weather Day.
A driver who allegedly struck and critically injured a Nassau County Police crossing guard on Long Island appeared in court Friday.
Four people were injured in a crash on the Long Island Expressway Friday morning.
The Pentagon announced Monday that a fourth American service member has been killed in Operation Epic Fury.
Iranian-Americans marched in New York City on Sunday to celebrate the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and 40 of his top officials.
"Sadly, there will likely be more before it ends. That's the way it is. Likely be more," President Trump said after mentioning the three U.S. service members killed in the operation.
The first U.S. casualties of the war with Iran occurred among American personnel based in Kuwait.
President Trump posted on social media that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had been killed after a massive U.S. and Israeli military operation Saturday.
For the first time in 30 years, the Food and Drug Administration has approved a new treatment for an inoperable type of pancreatic cancer.
NYSNA has reached a tentative contract agreement with NewYork-Presbyterian, signaling a potential end to the longest nurses strike in New York City history.
NYSNA ratified contracts with Montefiore and Mount Sinai, clearing the way for nurses to return to work Saturday after walking off one month ago.
The longest and largest nurses strike in New York City history is set to end after over three weeks as NYSNA says it has a tentative agreement.
Mount Sinai Health System and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield failed to reach a contract agreement by Dec. 31, which means about 9,000 physicians are no longer considered in-network.
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.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
Harvey Weinstein has hired Luigi Mangione's and Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers to represent him at his third New York rape trial.
Anders Lee scored the go-ahead goal in the final minute, rookie Matthew Schaefer had two more goals and an assist and the Islanders edged the Panthers 5-4 on Sunday.
James Harden scored 22 points in his return to the lineup with a broken thumb and the Cavaliers snapped a two-game skid with a 106-102 win over the Nets on Sunday.
Mikal Bridges had 25 points and Jalen Brunson scored 24 to power the Knicks over the Spurs, snapping their 11-game winning streak Sunday.
The New York Islanders beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 4-3 on Saturday night for their fourth straight win.
The New Jersey Devils beat the St. Louis Blues 3-1 on Saturday to end a five-game losing streak.
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.
A Jewish congregation in Brooklyn is fighting to save their historic house of worship.
Harlem's Lafayette Theatre is believed to be the first major New York City theater to desegregate, just a year after its opening.
Multiple rezonings in Queens are paving the way for tens of thousands of new units, but some residents worry about how it could affect their communities.
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.
CBS News New York's Jessica Moore has the latest update on the United States' war with Iran. Marcia Kramer sits down with former Iranian hostage Barry Rosen on the possibility of regime change.
At least 20 people were displaced by the fire on Getty Avenue, according to Paterson fire officials.
Tony Sadiku has the Tri-State Area's updated Monday afternoon First Alert Forecast on CBS News New York.
The FDNY said four civilians and one firefighter have minor injuries after a fire in a Bronx apartment building.
A deadly shooting in Austin, Texas is now being investigated as possible terrorism with new information linking the suspect to New York.
