"The Point with Marcia Kramer:" Crime and congestion pricing in N.Y. governor's race
CBS2's Political Reporter Marcia Kramer dives into both issues with the Brooklyn DA and MTA chairman.
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The Point with Marcia Kramer: Exclamation point
Subway riders share their questions for MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber.
The Point with Marcia Kramer: Your point
Subway riders sound off about the MTA and how they feel riding the rails.
The Point with Marcia Kramer: MTA chair shares congestion pricing update
MTA Chairman and CEO Janno Lieber has to convince skeptical residents in the Tri-State Area that congestion pricing is good for them. He joins CBS2's Political Reporter Marcia Kramer with an update on the plan's timeline.
Hochul says subway, Metro-North ridership hits highest level since pandemic
More than 188,000 riders took Metro-North Tuesday, and 3.7 million took the subway.
MTA head: Congestion pricing plan likely delayed until 2024
Janno Lieber made the disclosure on CBS2's political talk show, "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
MTA head tells CBS2 congestion pricing could be pushed back again
Congestion pricing could be getting pushed back again. The head of the MTA told CBS2 exclusively he expects it to be delayed as officials work through environmental and other concerns. Janno Lieber made the disclosure on CBS2's political talk show, "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
New Yorkers not heeding "World Car Free Day"
New York City leaders are asking all New Yorkers to leave their vehicles at home and ride the rails today. But as CBS2's John Dias found, many aren't following the recommendations.
New Yorkers asked to ditch their cars this World Free Car Day
Transportation officials say it's a good idea, especially since it's a Gridlock Alert Day.
MTA backs World Car Free Day
Officials are encouraging New Yorkers to ditch their cars and take mass transit as part of a nationwide push. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
Subway, Metro-North ridership hit post-pandemic highs
The MTA says the average weekday ridership on the subway in 2019 was just shy of 5.5 million.
NYC subway, Metro-North ridership hits new post-pandemic high
Gov. Kathy Hochul says ridership on the New York City subway and on Metro-North has reached its highest level since the start of the pandemic in 2020.
MTA encourages car-free day Friday
The MTA wants New Yorkers to ditch their cars and take mass transit Friday.
New Yorkers react to subway car security cameras
Gov. Kathy Hochul and the MTA say they are installing two cameras on every subway car -- about 12,000 total. CBS2's John Dias has the detail.
MTA plans to install security cameras on all subway cars
Gov. Kathy Hochul and MTA leaders unveiled a new initiative Tuesday that they hope will stop the bad guys in their tracks, or at the very least convince them to think twice. The MTA plans to install security cameras on every single subway car in the entire fleet. CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer has more on how this will work.
MTA adding cameras to all subway cars
Gov. Kathy Hochul and the MTA say big brother will be watching you on the subway.
MTA installing cameras on every subway car
The governor and transit officials said crime underground is down 21% since the start of the summer.
Hochul, MTA make subway safety announcement
Gov. Kathy Hochul and the MTA are making a subway safety announcement.
MTA rolls out Open Strollers pilot program on 142 buses
The MTA will roll out a new pilot program to allow open strollers on city buses.
Over 100 MTA buses will allow open strollers
Under current policy, strollers have to be folded before boarding a bus.
Former MTA president Andy Byford says preparing for queen's funeral took years
Security for Queen Elizabeth II's funeral is tight, but the man in charge of keeping London's transit system running is a familiar face to New Yorkers.
MTA chair says "ridership is surging" on subways, buses
Wednesday, they saw 5.6 million riders on subways and buses, the highest for both since the start of the pandemic.
MTA celebrates 500 million OMNY rides on subway
The MTA is celebrating some milestones reached this week.
Concerns over congestion pricing impact on the Bronx
Gov. Kathy Hochul is facing pressure from a group of lawmakers who have come out against the plan, saying it will have a negative impact on the outer boroughs. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Lawmakers turn up heat on Gov. Hochul over congestion pricing
London is supposed to be the shining beacon of success, but City Councilman Joe Borelli says otherwise.
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Biden pardoning prior federal offenses of marijuana possession
President Biden said "no one should be in jail just for using or possessing marijuana."
New York City launches "Project Pivot" school safety initiative
"Project Pivot" connects 138 schools to organizations providing critical social and academic interventions to young New Yorkers.
Federal judge halts key parts of New York's new gun law
A federal judge has halted key provisions of New York's gun rules that restrict where people can carry weapons and require permit applicants to hand over social media information.
Rochester reaches $12M settlement for Daniel Prude's kids
The settlement money, minus lawyers' fees and costs, will go to Prude's five children.
President Biden arrives for events in New York and New Jersey
The president stopped at IBM's Poughkeepsie campus where he delivered remarks about creating jobs in the Hudson Valley.
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New York City launches "Project Pivot" school safety initiative
"Project Pivot" connects 138 schools to organizations providing critical social and academic interventions to young New Yorkers.
Federal judge halts key parts of New York's new gun law
A federal judge has halted key provisions of New York's gun rules that restrict where people can carry weapons and require permit applicants to hand over social media information.
Rochester reaches $12M settlement for Daniel Prude's kids
The settlement money, minus lawyers' fees and costs, will go to Prude's five children.
President Biden arrives for events in New York and New Jersey
The president stopped at IBM's Poughkeepsie campus where he delivered remarks about creating jobs in the Hudson Valley.
Fans packing Javits Center for New York Comic Con
The East Coast's largest pop culture convention has returned to New York City.
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Connecticut woman gives birth on flight to Dominican Republic
Rhoden, who lives in Hartford, wasn't due for another six weeks. But her water broke mid-flight.
Family of Conn. man paralyzed in police custody seeks $100M
Randy Cox has been paralyzed from the chest down since getting arrested by New Haven Police in June.
See it: Vapor trail from SpaceX launch visible up East Coast
SpaceX had a successful launch Saturday night, and people in the Tri-State Area saw the aftermath.
United States national parks offer free entry Saturday
The free day is in celebration of National Public Lands Day.
Tri-State lawmakers send message to Puerto Rico: help is on the way
Sen. Chuck Schumer says American politicians will make sure there is more money, along with accountability.
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President Biden arrives for events in New York and New Jersey
The president stopped at IBM's Poughkeepsie campus where he delivered remarks about creating jobs in the Hudson Valley.
"Larry Doby: Second to none" - Watch our special presentation
In 1948, Doby became the first African American to hit a home run in the World Series.
NJ governor asked Biden for congestion pricing impact study
Gov. Phil Murphy said Wednesday he took his request for a full environmental impact study to President Joe Biden.
Rambling letters dropped off at locations across Jersey City
Police believe only one individual was involved, but so far, no arrest has been made.
Vote expected on $363M construction bond in Cherry Hill
The Cherry Hill superintendent says foundational pieces of the infrastructure need to be upgraded.
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Funeral for FDNY EMS Capt. Alison Russo held on Long Island
The 25-year veteran was stabbed to death last week in Queens in what police are calling an unprovoked attack.
Gas station employee shot on Long Island
It happened around 5:30 a.m. Wednesday at a BP station in Wyandanch.
LI nonprofit targeted in robbery overwhelmed with donations
So many donations poured in, they are now being sent to hurricane victims in Florida.
Suffolk County Police, Coast Guard hold joint active shooter drills
The Bridgeport & Port Jefferson Steamboat Company does the drills to help keep passengers and crew safe.
NYS Office of Cannabis Management tours pot farms on Long Island
Members visited smaller cultivators preparing for the first harvest of adult-use marijuana.
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Biden pardoning prior federal offenses of marijuana possession
President Biden said "no one should be in jail just for using or possessing marijuana."
Federal judge halts key parts of New York's new gun law
A federal judge has halted key provisions of New York's gun rules that restrict where people can carry weapons and require permit applicants to hand over social media information.
President Biden arrives for events in New York and New Jersey
The president stopped at IBM's Poughkeepsie campus where he delivered remarks about creating jobs in the Hudson Valley.
Biden meets with DeSantis during Florida trip to survey Hurricane Ian damage
The president said he and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke several times last week about the hurricane.
Court declares DACA illegal, leaves policy intact for current enrollees
As of June 30, 594,120 immigrants who were brought to the U.S. as children were enrolled in DACA, half of whom live in California, Texas and Illinois.
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Experts: Now is the time to get the latest COVID booster and flu shot
With so many vaccines on the table these days, when and which should your family be getting? We find out.
30K monkeypox vaccine appointments in NYC available Thursday
The city is also expanding eligibility for who will be able to get the monkeypox vaccine.
New York health dept. reporting high number of flu cases
Flu season usually runs from October to May, but this year, the health department said cases started earlier.
Rutgers University reinstates part of mask mandate
The university dropped the mandate on Oct. 1 but reverse course after faculty unions raised objections.
Experts warn severe flu season is coming, urge vaccinations
Health officials are worried about a false sense of security after two milder flu seasons due to COVID precautions.
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"Fire Country" to premiere on Oct. 7
Max Thieriot stars as Bode Donovan, a young convict seeking redemption and a shortened prison sentence by joining a prison release firefighting program in Northern California where he and other inmates are partnered with elite firefighters to extinguish massive, unpredictable wildfires across the region.
Jury selection in Spacey sex abuse trial begins Thursday
The embattled actor is due to appear in Manhattan Federal Court.
Teatro SEA entertains, educates kids with bilingual performances
"César Chávez and the Migrants" is the latest production on stage at the company's Lower East Side theater.
Alec Baldwin announces settlement with "Rust" shooting victim's family
Production will resume on the film in January and Halyna Hutchins' widower says he will be executive producer.
'A Soldier's Play' playwright Charles Fuller dies at 83
Fuller died of natural causes on Monday in Toronto, said his wife, Claire Prieto-Fuller.
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"Larry Doby: Second to none" - Watch our special presentation
In 1948, Doby became the first African American to hit a home run in the World Series.
Mets prep for playoffs with rout of Nationals
The only Mets team to win more regular-season games was the 1986 World Series champions at 108-54.
Yankees lose finale in Texas without Judge, end with 99 Ws
Their focus has already shifted to trying to win their 28th World Series title, and first since 2009.
Arraez, McNeil win batting titles, Judge misses Triple Crown
Judge and the Mets' Pete Alonso tied for the big league lead in RBIs with 131.
Yankees star Judge hits 62nd homer to break Maris' AL record
After tying Roger Maris last week in Toronto, the slugger broke the record on Tuesday night in Texas.
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Aura Designs: A South Asian bridal boutique in Albertson is a family affair
"Me and my sisters, we learned it from our parents, and my parents learned it from her parents," owner Savita Chugh told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Rudy's Hobby & Art: Astoria's supplier of trains, crafts, and memories
"There's fewer and fewer hobby stores left, and I'm one of the rare ones," owner Marvin Cochran told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Savant Studios: A Bed-Stuy boutique where design is personal
"Everything in here just tells a story," owner Michael Graham told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Deno's Wonder Wheel: Coney Island's family-owned ferris wheel spins for over a century
"For me, the Wonder Wheel is the most romantic ride in the world," DJ Vourderis told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Hobby's Delicatessen: A historic family business endures in Newark
"There's nothing like a very busy lunchtime. It's like a symphony orchestra," co-owner Michael Brummer told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
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PaleyWKND celebrates entertainment from TV to sports
PaleyWKND offers interactive exhibits from popular TV shows, film, gaming and sports.
Remembering 9/11: Photos from the ceremony marking 21 years since the attacks
Families of loved ones who passed away in the task were joined by dignitaries as they marked 21 years since the terror attacks that changed New York and the world forever.
All eyes on Serena Williams at the 2022 US Open
All eyes were on Serena Williams at the 2022 US Open in Flushing, Queens.
Remembering Olivia Newton-John through the years
Beloved singer, songwriter and actress Olivia Newton-John died Monday morning at 73.
Remembering Ivana Trump through the years
Ivana Trump passed away in her New York home at age 73.
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President Biden speaks at IBM campus in Poughkeepsie
President Joe Biden delivered remarks about creating jobs in the Hudson Valley.
First Alert Weather: Sunshine returns
CBS2's Elise Finch has the latest weather forecast.
Fake heiress Anna Sorokin to be released from prison
The convicted swindler won release from prison as she fights deportation.
Kevin Spacey sex abuse trial starts today
Jury selection got underway Thursday at Manhattan Federal Court.
Rochester to pay $12 million in Daniel Prude's death
The city of Rochester has reached a settlement with the family of Black man who died days after being taken into custody.
