Utah Senator Orrin Hatch To Retire, Opening Door For Possible Romney Run
Romney was a vocal critic of Trump's during the 2016 election and could be a potential thorn in the president's side in the Senate.
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Joe Biden Urges One-Time Rival Mitt Romney To Consider Senate Run In Utah
Biden made the recommendation to Romney on Friday evening at the Utah resort where Romney was hosting an annual invitation-only business and politics summit.
Mitt Romney's Family Attempting To Buy Small Stake In Yankees
The family of former Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney is bidding to buy a small stake in the New York Yankees.
Trump Focuses On Transition As Votes Are Recounted In Wisconsin
As he works to fill out his cabinet, his lawyers are working to stop recounts in three states that helped him win the election.
Trump Dines With Romney In Manhattan As Transition Continues
The president-elect ended a productive Tuesday with a late dinner with former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney, who is on the shortlist for the nation's chief diplomat.
Trump Taps Price To Lead HHS; Dan Quayle Goes Barely Noticed At Trump Tower
A six-term congressman and orthopedic surgeon, Georgia Rep. Tom Price has been a leading critic of President Barack Obama's health care law.
Trump Aide Notes Opposition To Romney In Cabinet
A top adviser to President-elect Donald Trump has gone on Twitter to note opposition among some of his supporters to selection of former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney as secretary of state.
Trump Meets With Mitt Romney As He Works To Fill Cabinet Positions
After meeting for an hour and 15 minutes, Trump shouted to reporters, "It went great!"
Romney: Trump Setting Dangerous Example By Promoting 'Trickle-Down Racism'
Donald Trump can be an effective president, and he's going to win with you or without you, Republican Chairman Reince Priebus told several hundred of the party's top donors and strategists Saturday.
War Of Words Continues Between Donald Trump, Mitt Romney
Mitt Romney is telling Republican voters that Donald Trump is a "phony'' who must be defeated to avoid profoundly negative consequences for the party and the country.
Donald Trump Releases Attack Video Against Mitt Romney
Donald Trump is going after Mitt Romney once again after the former Republican presidential nominee announced plans to speak on the "state of the 2016 presidential race" Thursday in Utah.
War Of Words Continues Between Trump, Romney Over Tax Returns
The war of words between Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and Mitt Romney continued Thursday, a day after Romney said he thinks there's a "bombshell'' in Trump's tax returns.
Donald Trump: Mitt Romney Is 'A Fool,' 'Playing Tough Guy'
Donald Trump is firing back at Mitt Romney after the former Republican presidential nominee said there could be a "bombshell" revelation in Trump's tax returns.
First Promos For Stephen Colbert's "The Late Show" Air
In a little over a month, Stephen Colbert's "The Late Show" will premiere on CBS.
2012 GOP Presidential Nominee Mitt Romney Will Not Run For President In 2016
After a three-week flirtation with another run for president, Mitt Romney said definitively on Friday that he will not seek the White House in 2016.
Romney: Christie Is 'A Man Who Knows What To Do'
Former Republican presidential contender Mitt Romney drew a sharp contrast between New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie and President Barack Obama at a fundraiser Wednesday night in honor of Christie's 52nd birthday.
Homeland Security To Cut NYPD Bomb Detection Funding After Obama Says NYC Nuclear Blast Bigger Concern Than Russia
Less than 24 hours after President Obama said he's more concerned about the prospect of a nuclear weapon exploding in NYC than Russia's recent actions, Homeland Security officials announced plans to cut the NYPD's bomb detection funding by 50 percent.
Giuliani, Cheney, Romney Spotted In Jets' Locker Room After Win
The GOP power trio attended the game presumably as guests of team owner Woody Johnson, a well-known backer of the Republican Party.
Book Claims Gov. Christie Not Selected As Romney's Running Mate Due To 'Potential Landmines'
N.J. Governor Chris Christie doesn't seem too concerned about the way he is depicted in a new book about last year's presidential election, WCBS 880's Peter Haskell reports.
Christie On 'CBS Sunday Morning:' 'What I Am Is A Fighter'
In a wide-ranging interview on "CBS Sunday Morning," New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie characterized himself as a "fighter," who is "willing to mix it up to defend his or her point of view."
Shock On Long Island After Political Intern's Photo Blackmail Arrest
Neighbors on Long Island were shocked Wednesday at the arrest of a high-profile Republican Party campaign intern, in a disturbing nude photo blackmail scheme.
Fact Check Wednesday: The State Of The Union
"We did a lot of fact checking, but actually we wound up writing about very little," factcheck.org's Eugene Kieley told WCBS 880's Wayne Cabot.
2012: A Big Year For New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie
From public squabbles with detractors to kudos after Superstorm Sandy, what a year 2012 has been for New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie.
Opinion: Republicans Finally Admitting To Voter Suppression Efforts
It is not news when Republicans try to block access to the ballot box for poor, minority and elderly voters. What is unusual is that Republicans are admitting it.
Report: Romney Won At Least 50 Percent Of Vote In 2 Manhattan Precincts
While President Barack Obama won Manhattan handily earlier this month, a published report late last week said Republican Mitt Romney won at least 50 percent of the vote in a couple of precincts – notably the one that includes Trump Tower.
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Protests break out as Tri-State Area leaders sound off on Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade
Local leaders and residents across the Tri-State Area are reacting to Friday's bombshell decision.
Brian Laundrie's written confession to Gabby Petito killing released: "I ended her life"
The attorney for Brian Laundrie's family has released images of a notebook where Laundrie confessed to killing Gabby Petito. In an eight page letter, Laundrie said "I ended her life."
Rallies, marches kick off Pride Weekend in New York City
The city's Pride March is Sunday, returning fully in person for the first time since the pandemic.
Police: Child struck by ice cream truck in Brooklyn
Police say a 52-year-old man was driving a Mister Softee truck when he struck an 11-year-old riding a bicycle.
Nassau Police disable improvised "soda bomb" device left near elementary school gate
Nassau Police say it was a student's father who made the discovery this morning, the last day of school.
2 planes partially collide on tarmac at Newark Airport
United Airlines says two of its planes made contact on the tarmac before departing.
Supreme Court strikes down Roe v. Wade in seismic shift for abortion rights
The Supreme Court issued its highly anticipated decision in a case involving a Mississippi law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
NY lawmakers to mull post-Supreme Court gun bills next week
Hochul called the decision "reckless and reprehensible" as she announced she will convene a special session.
Broadway's "Chicago" celebrates 10,000th performance
"Chicago" is only the second Broadway show in history to play 10,000 performances.
NYPD: Detective hurt in Brooklyn stray-bullet shooting was hit by shattered glass
Police said the shooter was on a sidewalk and fired at a passing car, but hit the driver's side window of the patrol car.
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Rallies, marches kick off Pride Weekend in New York City
The city's Pride March is Sunday, returning fully in person for the first time since the pandemic.
Police: Child struck by ice cream truck in Brooklyn
Police say a 52-year-old man was driving a Mister Softee truck when he struck an 11-year-old riding a bicycle.
NY lawmakers to mull post-Supreme Court gun bills next week
Hochul called the decision "reckless and reprehensible" as she announced she will convene a special session.
Broadway's "Chicago" celebrates 10,000th performance
"Chicago" is only the second Broadway show in history to play 10,000 performances.
FDNY high school graduation ceremony on Randall's Island
The school prepares students for future careers as emergency responders.
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Tri-State Area joins effort to boost offshore wind industry
The president aims to be able to power 10 million homes with wind energy by 2030.
Investigators say 6-year-old burned Bridgeport boy was not intentionally set on fire
Officials say there's no evidence any of the children deliberately hurt one another.
Conn. woman dies after being infected with tickborne virus
She is the second person in Connecticut to test positive for the virus this year and the first to die.
For first time ever, average gas prices in New York hits $5
Drivers across the Tri-State Area continue to feel the squeeze at the pump.
Drivers hoping for relief as gas prices again hit record highs
The national average for a gallon of regular reached $4.87 on Monday. It's even more expensive in the Tri-State Area.
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2 planes partially collide on tarmac at Newark Airport
United Airlines says two of its planes made contact on the tarmac before departing.
95-year-old WWII vet finally receives high school diploma
Now 95 and blessed with a massive family, Lyndhurst High School grad says he still enjoys many of life's pleasures.
N.J. couple recalls escape from Surfside condo collapse
"The hardest part is knowing you walked out and other people didn't," Janette Aguero said.
Murphy asks NJ lawmakers to look into creating gun-free zones
Murphy called the Supreme Court's ruling on firearm carry laws an outrage.
N.J. Six Flags park welcomes litter of Siberian tigers
The five cubs were born on May 2.
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Brian Laundrie's written confession to Gabby Petito killing released: "I ended her life"
The attorney for Brian Laundrie's family has released images of a notebook where Laundrie confessed to killing Gabby Petito. In an eight page letter, Laundrie said "I ended her life."
Nassau Police disable improvised "soda bomb" device left near elementary school gate
Nassau Police say it was a student's father who made the discovery this morning, the last day of school.
Tri-State Area joins effort to boost offshore wind industry
The president aims to be able to power 10 million homes with wind energy by 2030.
Many on Long Island hail SCOTUS gun-carry law decision as big victory
They say New York's rule was arbitrary, adding the more people carrying guns to protect themselves, the safer we'll all be.
LI library reverses ban on Pride displays in children's area
During an emergency meeting, the Smithtown Library Board of Trustees voted to put the displays back up.
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Local leaders react to supreme court overturning Roe v. Wade
The 1973 decision that established the right to an abortion across the country.
Supreme Court strikes down Roe v. Wade in seismic shift for abortion rights
The Supreme Court issued its highly anticipated decision in a case involving a Mississippi law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
NY lawmakers to mull post-Supreme Court gun bills next week
Hochul called the decision "reckless and reprehensible" as she announced she will convene a special session.
SCOTUS ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade could impact N.Y. governor's race
In a blue state like New York, political experts say the ruling is the political equivalent of manna from heaven.
Hochul, Adams vow to protect abortion access in New York
New York could very well become the country's abortion capital.
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Second day of long lines for monkeypox vaccine at Chelsea health clinic
The Chelsea Sexual Health Clinic opened at 11 a.m., but the line for a vaccine started forming outside about three hours earlier.
Hundreds line up for monkeypox vaccine in New York City
Demand was so high that it overwhelmed capacity and forced the city cut off walk-ins.
FDA bans Juul e-cigarettes from the U.S. market
Regulator's decision comes amid concerns that an epidemic of underage vaping will hook a new generation on nicotine.
Kids begin receiving COVID vaccine at Cohen Children's Medical Center
The CDC authorized the shots over the weekend and now they are available to roughly 20 million children in the U.S.
NYC launches COVID vaccine sites for children under 5
Mayor Eric Adams and Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan toured a site ahead of its opening in Times Square, reassuring parents the vaccines are safe and effective.
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Broadway's "Chicago" celebrates 10,000th performance
"Chicago" is only the second Broadway show in history to play 10,000 performances.
Madonna appears at Terminal 5 to kick off Pride weekend
Madonna was only recently announced as a performer at the sold-out show.
Rapper Lil TJay 1 of 2 people shot overnight near shopping plaza in Edgewater, New Jersey
Police say another victim was found just down the road at a gas station. Three arrests have been made.
Shakespeare in the Park celebrates 60 years of summer public theater
Tuesday night was the first preview performance of "Richard III."
CBS2 catches up with former Menudo member Cesar Abreu
The Washington Heights resident and NYU grad said he is living his truth as he moves on with next stages of his career.
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Verlander pitches Astros to win, ends Yanks' home streak
New York lost for just the fourth time in its last 23 games overall.
Lindor homers, knocks in 4 as Mets top Marlins
Lindor gave the Mets a quick lead with his solo shot in the first.
Judge, Yanks agree to $19 million deal, avoid hearing
The slugger remains on track to become a free agent after the World Series.
AP source: Kemba Walker trade to Pistons among Knicks' moves
That was among the multiple deals made by the Knicks as they apparently eye salary cap space for future moves.
Payday: Judge wins it for Yankees on eve of salary showdown
New York extended its home winning streak to 15 games, the team's longest since 1961.
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8 Hands Farm: Regenerative farming takes root on the North Fork
"It's one of the few professions where you work with your heart, your hands, and your head at the same time," co-owner Tom Geppel told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Zaragoza Deli & Grocery: An East Village home for Mexican family recipes
"That was my dream, to open a small business here," co-owner Pompeyo "Papa" Martinez told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Eddie's Sweet Shop: A '1930s time warp' in Forest Hills where the ice cream is homemade
"We whip the whipped cream by hand. We make our hot fudge, caramel, most of our syrups," owner Vito Citrano told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
The Hungarian Pastry Shop: Purveyor of coffee, cake, and conversation since 1961
"Most of my customers are regulars. They come almost every day, and they feel that this is their home," Panagiotis Binioris said.
'The melting pot starts' at Kalustyan's in Midtown
For hard-to-find flavors from faraway continents, professional chefs and home cooks flock to a specialty food store founded in 1944.
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Juneteenth celebrations held across New York City
Juneteenth celebrations took place across New York City on June 19.
Mermaid Parade returns to Coney Island for 40th anniversary
The famous Mermaid Parade returned to Coney Island on Saturday for its 40th anniversary.
Stars hit the red carpet at the 75th Annual Tony Awards
Stars of stage and screen hit the red carpet for the 75th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday night.
Remembering Ray Liotta through the years
Actor Ray Liotta has died. He was 67.
Buffalo shooting: 10 killed, 3 injured at supermarket
Ten people were killed and three were injured in a mass shooting at a Buffalo supermarket on May 14, 2022.
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First Alert Forecast: CBS2 6/24 Nightly Weather at 11PM
CBS2's John Elliott has your First Alert Forecast for June 24 at 11 p.m.
Celebrations kick off Pride Weekend in New York City
Pride Weekend is kicking off with celebrations around New York City ahead of Sunday's march. CBS2's Thalia Perez has more on the festivities.
Police: Child riding bike struck by ice cream truck in Brooklyn
Police say a child is critically hurt after being struck by an ice cream truck in Brooklyn.
2 United planes make contact at Newark Airport, no injuries
There was an accident involving two airplanes at Newark Liberty International Airport on Friday.
Tri-State Area residents react to Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade ruling
There was disappointment and jubilation after the Supreme Court's ruling on Roe v. Wade was announced Friday. CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis has more reaction.
