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.
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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.
Unique wedding dress stolen from Manhattan apartment building
Heti Rukmana and Danny Kelly's big day is on June 5, but they are going to need some help now to pull it off.
One-of-a-kind wedding dress stolen from engaged couple in Morningside Heights
They tell CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis they have no idea what to do now with their wedding fast approaching in June.
Ceremony marks 55th anniversary of "Beyond Vietnam" speech
He delivered the speech at the historic Riverside Church in Morningside Heights in 1967.
Reading marks anniversary of MLK's "Beyond Vietnam" speech
A ceremony was held in New York City on Saturday marking the 55th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s "Beyond Vietnam" speech.
Italian Community Mourns Davide Giri, Columbia Student Killed Near Morningside Park
A prayer service was held Tuesday at the Cathedral of San Lorenzo in his hometown of Alba, Italy.
Man Who Helped Catch Suspect In Deadly Morningside Heights Stabbing Recalls 'Unbelievable' Encounter With Alleged Killer
Thirty-year-old Davide Giri, a Columbia University graduate student from Italy, was killed after he was stabbed in the stomach near Morningside Park. A short time later, an Italian tourist was also stabbed near the same park. He survived.
Columbia University Student Davide Giri Stabbed To Death Near Morningside Park; Suspected Gang Member In Custody
The knife-wielding suspect was taken into custody near Central Park, where he was allegedly threatening a third person.
FDNY Quickly Puts Out Fire At Barnard College, No Injuries Reported
The FDNY said the fire started at around 9:45 p.m. inside a nine-story student residence building.
1 Person Killed In Fire At NYCHA Complex In Morningside Heights
Investigators said the fire started on the 12th floor of the 21-story high-rise.
Police: Man Attacks Asian Woman With Cane At Upper Manhattan Subway Station
The NYPD Hate Crimes Task Force is investigating the beating that took place on May 12 at the Broadway-West 116th Street station in Morningside Heights.
Victim Slashed On Upper Manhattan Subway Platform
Police said the victim was slashed in the arm after an argument with two suspects.
Det. Jason Harper, Det. Daurys Gutierrez Honored For Stopping Gunman Outside Morningside Heights Cathedral
In December, video captured a man on the cathedral steps in Morningside Heights shooting into the air after a Christmas concert.
NYPD Releases Body Cam Footage From Deadly Shooting Outside Morningside Heights Cathedral
Police say on Dec. 13, around 3 p.m., 52-year-old Luis Vasquez was waiting in line to get inside the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine in Morningside Heights when he started shooting into the air.
NYPD: Lululemon Store Targeted 4 Times By Same Shoplifting Suspects
Investigators believe the duo struck four times between Jan. 2 and Jan. 17 at the store in Morningside Heights.
NYPD: Gunman Fatally Shot By Police After Opening Fire Outside NYC Cathedral
Investigators recovered two semi-automatic guns from the scene. They also found a bag that they believe belonged to the gunman. It contained a full can of gasoline, knives, rope, wire, a roll of tape and a bible.
Another Barred Owl Spotted In NYC, This Time In Morningside Heights
The bird was perched in a tree, just steps from Columbia University.
Gov. Cuomo Doubles Down On New York Vaccine Squabble, Floats Suing White House If Doses Withheld
The governor spent Sunday getting some amens after vowing the federal government will not push New Yorkers to the back of the line for shots of vaccine
New York City Church Communities Teaming Up To Register Voters Before Oct. 9 Deadline
Next Friday, Oct. 9, is the final day to register to vote.
Suspect In Apparently Random Slashing Of 2-Year-Old In Custody
Police Commissioner Dermot Shea announced a man was arrested Friday after a toddler was targeted in an attack while out with his babysitter earlier in the week.
2-Year-Old Slashed In Apparent Random Attack In Manhattan
Police say a stranger, caught on surveillance video, approached a 22-year-old nanny pushing a 2-year-old in a stroller.
14-Year-Old Sentenced In Tessa Majors Stabbing Death
The Barnard College freshman was robbed and killed last December as she walked through Morningside Park.
Man Hospitalized After Being Stabbed Inside Manhattan Deli
The attack happened inside a deli on Broadway near Tiemann Place just before 4 a.m. on Saturday.
Tessa Majors Killing: 3rd Teen Arrested On Murder, Robbery Charges In Barnard Student's Death
Luciano Lewis, 14, turned himself in to investigators this morning and was charged with murder and robbery as an adult, sources said.
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Organizers said abortion rights supporters cannot afford to wait for November elections to take action.
Biden signs gun control bill into law
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The 30th Annual Dyke March starts at 5 p.m. Saturday in Bryant Park and ends in Washington Square Park.
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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.
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.
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NYC Pride celebrations continue leading up to Sunday's march
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Organizers said abortion rights supporters cannot afford to wait for November elections to take action.
Rallies, marches kick off Pride Weekend in New York City
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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
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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
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Drivers hoping for relief as gas prices again hit record highs
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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
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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.
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Hochul called the decision "reckless and reprehensible" as she announced she will convene a special session.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Pride weekend events continue across New York City
Celebrations are being held around the city ahead of Sunday's march.
Feds warn threats of political violence will likely intensify after Roe v. Wade overturned
A truck drove through a group of protesters in Iowa and troopers used tear gas against demonstrators who moved in on the state capitol building in Arizona, CBS2's Wendy Gillette reports.
Suspect wanted after teen shot and killed in Brooklyn
According to police, the teenager was found unconscious and unresponsive after he was shot in the torso.
Abortion rights supporters looking for ways to preserve access after Roe v. Wade overturned
Twenty-six states are likely to ban or restrict abortion and nine have already halted them, CBS2's Wendy Gillette reports.
Biden signs gun control bill into law
The bipartisan act is the most significant update to the country's gun laws in nearly 30 years.
