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 NYPD is investigating after a man was fatally mauled by a dog on Staten Island on Sunday. Police said the attack happened Sunday afternoon at a home on New Dorp Lane.
Chicago led 70-51 at the half and the advantage stayed above 20 points for most of the second half.
Looking overseas, there is wide opposition to the idea of taking Greenland by force.
The Phoenix Suns beat the slumping New York Knicks 106-99 on Saturday night.
The Carolina Hurricanes beat the New Jersey Devils 4-1 on Saturday night.
The NYPD is investigating after a man was fatally mauled by a dog on Staten Island on Sunday. Police said the attack happened Sunday afternoon at a home on New Dorp Lane.
Snow fell in New York City and across the Tri-State Area on Sunday morning and evening, leaving a good amount to measure in its wake.
John Harbaugh, the 63-year-old former head coach of the Baltimore Ravens, agreed to a five-year contract to coach Big Blue.
Shimamura most recently served as the City Department of Parks and Recreation's Manhattan borough commissioner, Mamdani said.
The New York City Fire Department spent hours battling a raging fire above a tire shop in Queens early Saturday.
Snow fell in New York City and across the Tri-State Area on Sunday morning and evening, leaving a good amount to measure in its wake.
David Grullon Jr. killed a 34-year-old Connecticut man after he fired a gun and the bullet went through the wall.
The first of this weekend's two rounds of snow blanketed the Tri-State Area on Saturday.
Two men posing as Amazon delivery workers held a Connecticut homeowner at gunpoint while robbing him and his wife, police said.
Wednesday night, things begin to change. Showers linger, and areas well north and west may pick up some light snow.
Snow fell in New York City and across the Tri-State Area on Sunday morning and evening, leaving a good amount to measure in its wake.
John Harbaugh, the 63-year-old former head coach of the Baltimore Ravens, agreed to a five-year contract to coach Big Blue.
New Jersey officials are warning residents to be careful after a resident reported their small dog was possibly attacked by a coyote.
The first of this weekend's two rounds of snow blanketed the Tri-State Area on Saturday.
A data company is finding that some Airbnb hosts in New Jersey are charging a lot for the time period around upcoming World Cup matches.
Snow fell in New York City and across the Tri-State Area on Sunday morning and evening, leaving a good amount to measure in its wake.
A Long Island nurse was seen on a nanny camera hitting a non-verbal child that he was caring for, leaving bruises on the boy's body.
The first of this weekend's two rounds of snow blanketed the Tri-State Area on Saturday.
A federal judge ruled the Empire Wind project can move forward while he considers the merits of the Trump administration's order to suspend it.
Hochul said she would commit $1.7 billion in the next budget to expand child care in New York in her 2026 state of the state address.
Looking overseas, there is wide opposition to the idea of taking Greenland by force.
Shimamura most recently served as the City Department of Parks and Recreation's Manhattan borough commissioner, Mamdani said.
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin announced a five-point plan to combat hate crimes against Jewish New Yorkers.
New York City Comptroller Mark Levine said NYC faces a budget shortfall of $2.2 billion this fiscal year, and $10.4 billion in FY2027.
Negotiators for major New York City hospitals and the state nurses union returned to the bargaining table as the city's largest nurses strike enters a fifth day.
Nurses continue to hold the picket line as the largest nurses' strike in New York City history is on its third day with no end in sight.
Nurses say health care benefits and workplace safety are their main reasons for striking, and are refusing to go back to work until their demands are met.
Loved ones of patients at hospitals in New York City are concerned about care as nurses continue to strike due to failed contract negotiations on Monday.
The New York State Nurses Association said it called for the strike as negotiations stalled with the city's wealthiest hospitals.
Kianna Underwood, a former Nickelodeon child actress, was identified as the woman killed in a hit-and-run in Brooklyn.
John Forté, the Grammy-nominated musician known for his work with the Fugees, was found dead in his home in Massachusetts.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
Chicago led 70-51 at the half and the advantage stayed above 20 points for most of the second half.
The Phoenix Suns beat the slumping New York Knicks 106-99 on Saturday night.
The Carolina Hurricanes beat the New Jersey Devils 4-1 on Saturday night.
Adam Klapka had a goal and an assist as the Calgary Flames beat the New York Islanders 4-2 on Saturday.
Mika Zibanejad became the Rangers' all-time leader in power-play goals in New York's 6-3 win over Philadelphia.
A group in Queens has banded together to revive landlines and give their children a simpler way to socialize.
A city-approved plan to rezone a stretch of Atlantic Avenue is expected to bring thousands of new apartments to Brooklyn, but tenant advocates say the deal falls short for lower-income residents and could accelerate displacement.
A three-year pilot run by the Brooklyn Justice Initiative and the Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice aims to improve court compliance and reduce recidivism by meeting participants where they live.
Harlem native Teyana Taylor wins her first major acting honor at the 83rd Golden Globes Awards for her performance in Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another." Locals say it's a win for the whole neighborhood.
Legislation would protect and expand hunger programs and improve benefit security as New York pantries see rising demand.
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 Scott Padgett says the region will be dealing with a bitter blast of arctic air over the next several days.
The attack happened before 4 p.m. on Sunday inside a home in the New Dorp section of the borough. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
Police said the transit agency employee was assaulted inside the subway station at 74th Street and Roosevelt Avenue. The suspect is still at large. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos has the latest on the situation in New Jersey and Naveen Dhaliwal surveys the snowy landscape in New York City.
CBS News New York's Scott Padgett has the latest as snow continues to fall throughout the Tri-State Area.
