11-year-old New Jersey girl honored for memorizing the Quran
Safoorah Ali started on her efforts about four years ago. During the pandemic she couldn't have the help of a teacher, so her family stepped in. CBS2's Maurice Dubois reports.
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Safoorah Ali started on her efforts about four years ago. During the pandemic she couldn't have the help of a teacher, so her family stepped in. CBS2's Maurice Dubois reports.
August 1st is recognized at the universal birthday for all rescue-shelter dogs across America, CBS2's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Police found more than 200 people in cars, ATVs and watercraft in various spots around a lake in Ocean County.
The outdated swing bridge was infamous for getting stuck when it would lift for boats to pass, said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. CBS2's Natalie Duddridge reports.
The event is sponsored by the National Council of Jewish Women - Essex Chapter. Bags of school supplies are assembled for individual children. CBS2's John Elliott reports.
CBS2's John Elliott reports the National Council of Jewish Women - Essex Chapter's "Back 2 School" volunteer effort will assemble more than 1,000 backpacks with supplies including toys, fidget spinners and family resource guides and more to help kids with their stress and mental health.
The century-old rail bridge has been blamed for numerous delays for commuters.
She says someone dressed as the restaurant's mascot was seen giving kids high-fives, but skipped her daughter.
The tragedy happened on Sunday at a house on McKinley Street.
According to the person who recorded video, the incident happened at a restaurant in Wayne. CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
Police are continuing the investigate the circumstances that led up to the tragedy.
Rapper and actor Ice-T is getting into the cannabis business.
Locals refer to this restaurant as the "Cheers" of Whitehouse Station, CBS2's John Elliott reports.
This week, volunteers from the National Council of Jewish Women Essex Chapter have been packing up backpacks full of essential items for kids in need.
With rents notoriously high in Brooklyn and Manhattan, you might think New York City is the most expensive place in the U.S. for renters, but that's not the case.
Families of 9/11 victims have been protesting the tournament because of LIV Golf's ties to Saudi Arabia, CBS2's John Dias reports.
CBS2 This Morning hears from one local man who lost his father in the 9/11 terror attacks, as he and his daughter make their way to a protest against the tournament in Bedminster.
It comes amid controversy over Ticketmaster's dynamic pricing.
The LIV Golf tournament is being held at the Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster. CBS2's John Dias has the latest.
New Jersey's first drive-thru pot dispensary is now open for business.
New Jersey officials are asking people across the state to conserve water during this time of drier than usual summer conditions and increased demand.
Witnesses told CBS2 a woman who was also in the car was not hurt.
A 72-year-old umpire who was attacked by a parent coach during a 13-and-under baseball game in New Jersey in June is speaking out. CBS2's Lisa Rozner has the story.
Flames ripped through the building on Prospect Street in East Orange early Friday morning.
Police say a 69-year-old woman was killed when flames ripped through the building early Friday morning.
Police and firefighters responded to the scene of a fire and explosion at a Vitane Pharmaceutical building in Congers.
The FBI on Wednesday morning arrested Frank Carone, the former chief of staff to former Mayor Eric Adams at his Manhattan home, as well as his brother, Anthony Carone, and Queens hotel owner Yan Po Zhu.
The parents of the teen killed in the horse carriage crash in Central Park are remembering their son as rides resume a week after the tragedy.
Three separate search warrants were carried out Wednesday due to a joint NYPD and FBI investigation into alleged corruption within the police department, according to sources.
The searches stemmed from an ongoing probe into the conduct of former NYPD Chief of Department Jeffrey Maddrey, a source told CBS News.
Police and firefighters responded to the scene of a fire and explosion at a Vitane Pharmaceutical building in Congers.
The FBI on Wednesday morning arrested Frank Carone, the former chief of staff to former Mayor Eric Adams at his Manhattan home, as well as his brother, Anthony Carone, and Queens hotel owner Yan Po Zhu.
The parents of the teen killed in the horse carriage crash in Central Park are remembering their son as rides resume a week after the tragedy.
Three separate search warrants were carried out Wednesday due to a joint NYPD and FBI investigation into alleged corruption within the police department, according to sources.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani endorsed three left-of-center candidates in the congressional Democratic primaries, and all three are set to win, CBS News projects.
Monday's severe weather has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the system is leaving the area.
After a tranquil, warm weekend, more turbulent weather lies ahead in the New York City area.
Weather is tranquil and pleasant in the New York City area for Father's Day weekend as summer officially begins.
Dangerous heat is building across the Tri-State Area with the threat of severe storms, making Thursday and Friday First Alert Weather Days.
Thursday and Friday will be First Alert Weather Days in the New York City area, with high temperatures and the chance for strong storms.
The owner of a New Jersey diner says World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium have been bad for business.
Monday's severe weather has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the system is leaving the area.
A man from New Jersey was charged after he allegedly hit and killed two teen pedestrians in Townsend, Delaware, over the weekend.
After a tranquil, warm weekend, more turbulent weather lies ahead in the New York City area.
Traffic will be impacted in Midtown Manhattan as the city initiates shuttle bus corridors and street closures to accommodate World Cup ticketholders.
All three candidates backed by NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani were projected to win their Democratic primaries Tuesday night.
A woman, her mother and her daughter from Bayport were all indicted in connection with Jor'Dynn Duncan's death on Long Island.
There is a new kind of on-demand video messaging called "kosher cameos" that just launched on Long Island and it doesn't cost a thing.
Monday's severe weather has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the system is leaving the area.
Firefighters in Hempstead used a ladder truck to free a seagull that got tangled in a rope above a busy street.
The FBI on Wednesday morning arrested Frank Carone, the former chief of staff to former Mayor Eric Adams at his Manhattan home, as well as his brother, Anthony Carone, and Queens hotel owner Yan Po Zhu.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani endorsed three left-of-center candidates in the congressional Democratic primaries, and all three are set to win, CBS News projects.
Anthony Constantino beat Robert Smullen in New York's 21st Congressional District.
Democrat Cait Conley will challenge Republican Rep. Mike Lawler in the battle for New York's 17th Congressional District, which encompasses many of New York City's northern suburbs.
State Assemblyman Micah Lasher won the crowded primary race for New York's 12th Congressional District, CBS News projects.
An off-duty EMT jumped into action at the Knicks parade Thursday when a man appeared to be suffering from an overdose.
New York broadcast giant Bill Ritter announced Friday he is stepping down from the WABC anchor desk after being diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer's.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is urging people to donate blood ahead of the summer months.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
When a large tent appeared next door to Taylor Swift's Watch Hill estate this week, it didn't take long for speculation about the superstar's impending nuptials to ripple through the affluent New England seaside village.
Claude Guillemot and a flight instructor were flying in a twin-motor Cessna 421 on Friday evening. An investigation into the crash is underway.
James Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of television, including every episode of the original "Will & Grace."
A New York Knicks documentary series is in the works from director and Knicks superfan Ben Stiller.
Pete Crow-Armstrong hit a three-run homer, Dansby Swanson also went deep and drove in four and the Cubs beat the Mets 9-6 on Tuesday night.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. homered, drove in two runs and scored twice and the New York Yankees beat the Detroit Tigers 4-3.
In her first broadcast TV interview since Jalen Brunson helped lead the Knicks to victory, Sandra Brunson told CBS News she sends her son "words of encouragement" to keep the games in perspective.
New York City sanitation workers picked up more than 75,000 pounds of confetti and litter after the Knicks ticker-tape parade, likely a new record.
FIFA Men's World Cup fans in New York City can soak in the history of the tournament at the FIFA museum at Rockefeller Center in Midtown.
After learning to swim in her 40s, one school leader is helping students gain life-saving skills.
Entrepreneurs in Brooklyn are reimagining laundry day as a social experience, turning neighborhood laundromats into gathering spaces.
Experts say the team's title run created a feeling of collective joy and connection, while some local businesses are also seeing a boost from the celebration.
Knicks fans who couldn't make it to Thursday's parade still found a way to celebrate across New York in true blue-and-orange fashion.
A vending machine in Coney Island is offering something unusual alongside the neighborhood's classic attractions: original artwork from local artists.
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.
The New York City mayor helped topple two sitting congressmen and elect a little-known Brooklyn assemblywoman to replace a retiring congresswoman. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
There were three separate investigations on Wednesday, all involving bribery allegations that relate to associates of former Mayor Eric Adams. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
A hawk was rescued after coaches and parents saw it stuck in a batting cage at Redwing Field Park in Levittown.
It's clear and sunny skies Wednesday but showers could impact Thursday and the weekend. CBS News New York Meteorologist John Elliott has the forecast.
First responders are at the scene of a factory in Congers after a fire and explosion were reported Wednesday morning.
