Caldwell University president on students' success, graduation
Dr. Matthew Whelan is president of Caldwell University.
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Dr. Matthew Whelan is president of Caldwell University.
This year, CBS2's John Elliott is Caldwell University's commencement speaker. He'll be sharing the podium with these other speakers.
Dr. Ranjit Nair, an associate professor at Caldwell University, says employers want "ready now" workers, CBS2's John Elliott reports.
The students invite veterans from around the community to the school and sing patriotic songs for them. It's been part of the curriculum for 20 years, CBS2's John Elliott reports.
This historic home was built in 1720. It will cost at least $250,000 just to repair the roof, CBS2's John Elliott reports.
Whether dancing for a fundraiser or performing on stage, the faculty and students at Cresskill Middle and High School say they're thrilled to be together again.
Despite the difficulties they faced over the past few years, these seniors say they're excited to be back with their classmates before wrapping up high school and heading on to college.
The school was shut down for two and a half years, but now the kids are back to laughing, dancing and having great time like they should.
Team colors are black and gold, but maybe black and blue would be more appropriate considering what these kids have been through -- COVID, Ida and the loss of almost three years of their middle and high school experience. CBS2's Chris Wragge shares their story.
It directs school staff to immediately inform parents on a variety of issues about their children.
A celebration was held Thursday ahead of World Cup matches being held in our area in 2026.
The students are protesting after the district cut 31 teacher slots and 34 paraprofessionals to help balance a budget deficit.
MetLife stadium in East Rutherford will host World Cup games.
More than 685,000 people die from metastatic breast cancer every year, but less than 5% of funding is set aside for the advanced disease.
Students have come a long way since the pandemic forced the school to close, and then it was badly flooded by Tropical Storm Ida.
Police are investigating the death of a New Jersey mother whose body was discovered on the side of the highway. CBS2's Alecia Reid spoke with her family as they desperately wait for answers.
The school was set to reopen from the pandemic when Tropical Storm Ida caused major flooding.
New Jersey's new law prohibiting the public from carrying concealed guns in certain sensitive areas suffered another setback Tuesday. CBS2's Christine Sloan has the details.
A new exhibit in our area covers the start of Beatlemania 60 years ago. Now, the story of The Beatles is being embraced by a whole new generation of fans.
The United States is the only industrialized nation where maternal health outcomes are in decline. For Black women, the disparity is even greater.
The school was flooded out during Tropical Storm Ida, but fast forward two years later and $21 million of work, it's now immaculate.
A new exhibit in our area covers the start of Beatlemania 60 years ago. Now, the story of The Beatles is being embraced by a whole new generation of fans.
If the plan moves forward, drivers could pay up to $23 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street during peak hours.
A judge granted permission for Hyejeong Shin to enroll in a pre-trial intervention program to avoid jail.
New Jersey officials said New York's plan could slap drivers in the Garden State with an extra $23 on top of the tolls they already pay to enter the city, CBS2's Christine Sloan reports.
Detectives are working to figure out what happened to a woman who was found dead inside an apartment in Brooklyn early Saturday morning.
The Miami Marlins beat the Mets 2-0 Sunday shortly after New York traded opening day starter Freddy Peralta to Tampa Bay.
The Consul General of Israel in New York is calling on Mayor Zohran Mamdani to change his anti-Israel rhetoric before Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visits the city in September for the United Nations General Assembly.
The Mets have agreed to trade starting pitcher Freddy Peralta to the Rays for three minor leaguers, according to a person with direct knowledge of the deal.
There were three fires in the Spokane area: the Old Trails Fire, the Fairview Fire and the Meadowview Fire.
Detectives are working to figure out what happened to a woman who was found dead inside an apartment in Brooklyn early Saturday morning.
The Consul General of Israel in New York is calling on Mayor Zohran Mamdani to change his anti-Israel rhetoric before Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visits the city in September for the United Nations General Assembly.
Saturday marked one year since 20-month-old River Wilson drowned in the backyard pool of a state-licensed home daycare in the Bronx.
"The Sopranos" actor Vincent Pastore is being remembered as a fixture in his Bronx community.
A group of New Yorkers are demanding change to end human trafficking and prostitution along Roosevelt Avenue in Queens.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area on Monday, bringing the threat of heavy rain and storms that may lead to flash flooding.
There's been a report of a bigfoot sighting near the Pachaug State Forest in Connecticut.
Heavy rain is complicating efforts to recover a teenage boy from the West River in New Haven. Strong currents and an increased flow have made the job even more difficult.
It's another rainy day in the Tri-State Area with a flood watch for parts of New York and Connecticut.
There was a tornado warning in Sussex and Warren Counties in New Jersey as more severe weather passed through our area.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area on Monday, bringing the threat of heavy rain and storms that may lead to flash flooding.
Under the new initiative, restaurants will no longer automatically provide plastic utensils, napkins or condiments in takeout orders.
The body of a missing girl was found in the Passaic River in New Jersey after a two-day search, officials said.
A New Jersey police department is getting creative when it comes to cracking down on distracted drivers.
Three children were swept into the Passaic River Wednesday night. A little boy was later found dead, and a young girl is still missing.
John Elliott reports from Glen Cove, Long Island, for Swim Across America Open Water Swim.
Some homeowners on Long Island say teenage pranks have escalated into vandalism. A game of ding-dong ditch is keeping residents up at night and, in at least one case, has done damage. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
For some Long Island families, the cost of supplies, clothes and other back-to-school essentials is becoming a growing challenge.
Doctors in Suffolk County have reported three cases of a rare tick-borne disease known as rabbit fever so far this summer. A 9-year-old boy shared his experiences with the illness.
For some Long Island families, the cost of supplies, clothes and other back-to-school essentials is becoming a growing challenge. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
The Consul General of Israel in New York is calling on Mayor Zohran Mamdani to change his anti-Israel rhetoric before Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visits the city in September for the United Nations General Assembly.
On Saturday, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke with Mr. Trump and cautioned him against conducting a fresh round of strikes on Iran, CBS News learned.
A Brooklyn grandmother went to the dentist hoping to fix her smile. Instead, her daughter says she lost her teeth, her health, and her independence.
President Trump said Todd Blanche will remain acting attorney general as a holdup on his nomination continues.
Republican New York gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman is deploying a campaign strategy that echoes the national GOP playbook — attack Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
The source of exposure for the Legionnaires cluster on Manhattan's Upper East Side has been eliminated, according to the New York City Health Department.
A seventh person has died from Legionnaires' disease in connection with the Upper East Side cluster, New York City's health commissioner said Thursday.
Thirty-four cooling towers at 33 buildings on the Upper East Side tested positive for live Legionella bacteria, the New York City Health Department announced Tuesday.
An attorney representing an Upper East Side woman whose husband just died from Legionnaires' disease is planning to take legal action.
Studies show older adults are among the safest drivers on the road, but crashes involving seniors are on the rise.
"The Sopranos" actor Vincent Pastore is being remembered as a fixture in his Bronx community.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
A new Broadway show based on Prince's movie and album "Purple Rain" will take the stage at Broadway's Majestic Theatre in March.
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
The Miami Marlins beat the Mets 2-0 Sunday shortly after New York traded opening day starter Freddy Peralta to Tampa Bay.
The Mets have agreed to trade starting pitcher Freddy Peralta to the Rays for three minor leaguers, according to a person with direct knowledge of the deal.
The Chicago Cubs evened their series with the New York Yankees with a 5-2 win on Saturday night.
The New York Red Bulls beat Orlando 3-2 on Saturday night.
Javier Sanoja and Griffin Conine homered to power the Marlins to a 6-2 victory over the Mets on Saturday.
Parents in Harlem say their children's walk to summer camp is littered with trash, illegal dumping and a growing encampment.
A specialized program from God's Love We Deliver is serving nearly 400 veterans with medically tailored meals, while helping combat isolation and ease the challenges of life after military service.
The Newtown Creek Alliance community science project gives students hands-on experience monitoring the health of one of the most polluted waterways in the U.S.
The FIFA World Cup is delivering a business boost for many bars and restaurants across New York City, but not every industry is seeing the same payoff.
Two Upper West Side children went on a mission to visit 40 playgrounds in one day, hoping to set a record.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
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.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
CBS News New York's John Elliott has your First Alert Forecast for August 2.
President Trump says he's calling off attacks on Iran because of a rough framework of a peace deal now in place. CBS News New York's Noëlle Lilley reports.
CBS News New York's John Elliott reports from the National Lighthouse Museum on Staten Island.
Hate crimes seem to be escalating in New York. Marcia Kramer asked New Yorkers what can be done about it.
Ofir Akunis, the Consul General of Israel in New York, discussed antisemitism in New York City, Mayor Zohran Mamdani, the war with Iran and more. Watch his full appearance on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
