Biden declares monkeypox a nationwide health emergency
The decision frees up money for staffing, and for evaluating and developing vaccines, but some say it's too late, CBS2's John Dias reports.
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The decision frees up money for staffing, and for evaluating and developing vaccines, but some say it's too late, CBS2's John Dias reports.
Police sources said a customer got into an argument with a worker over cold fries.
The NYPD said the suspect tried to steal Dereck Chen's backpack, then pulled out a gun and shot him in the face, CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle arrived in New York on Thursday morning and anchored at the Statue of Liberty.
The United States now has more infections than any other country in the world, and New York City is epicenter.
Budget cuts to New York City public schools are on hold. Thursday, a Manhattan judge said the city didn't follow the law when it voted to cut millions of dollars. CBS2's Astrid Martinez has more from parents, students and educators who filed the suit and rallied against the cuts.
The Biden administration has declared a public health emergency on the monkeypox outbreak. The U.S. now has more infections than any other country in the world, and as CBS2's Dick Brennan reports, New York City is epicenter.
The city will also be opening additional clinics throughout the five boroughs.
The next round of monkeypox vaccine appointments in New York City will go online Thursday, the health department says.
Mayor Eric Adams on Wednesday released statistics showing a crime wave mounted by a small group of so-called career criminals. They've racked up hundreds of arrests since the bail laws were rewritten and are still on the streets. CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer has the story.
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday that New York City will receive 32,000 doses of the monkeypox vaccine in the first of three additional installments in the coming weeks.
Put in an order of noodles and it might arrive by cat.
Sixteen accused members of a violent New York City street gang have been indicted on multiple charges, including murder and racketeering.
Officials insist drivers who get a $50 speeding ticket learn their lesson and stop speeding.
Of the 5,000 or so cases nationwide, about 25 percent are in New York. CBS2's Jessica Moore has the story.
CBS2's political reporter Marcia Kramer reports it's just the start of a new pedal-to-the-metal push to go after dangerous drivers.
Entrepreneurs celebrated surviving a global pandemic by working together, CBS2's Jessi Mitchell reports.
Dozens gathered in Harlem to celebrate the milestone.
A new bill aims to help homeowners facing foreclosure by, among other things, enforcing the statute of limitations, CBS2's Hannah Kliger reports.
Angela Skudin says the family is being denied the full funds they deserve for her husband's years of service, CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports.
The program has been a lifeline for restaurants since it was implemented in the early days of the pandemic, but some say it's gotten out of control.
Democrats Carolyn Maloney and Jerrold Nadler are locked in a virtual dead heat in the new 12th Congressional District, according to a new poll.
The program has been a lifeline for restaurants since it was implemented in the early days of the pandemic, but some say it's gotten out of control, CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
A drawbridge malfunction stopped traffic on the Hutchinson River Parkway for hours overnight.
It happened right near Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Austin Wells homered twice in a nine-run eighth inning, and the Yankees widened their lead in the AL wild-card race with a 16-1 win over the Red Sox on Sunday.
Recent rainstorms have caused massive flooding problems in New York City. No borough knows the pain more than Queens, home of seven of the city's 10 hardest-hit communities.
Two people died and eight others were hurt in a shooting on Locust Street in Trenton early Sunday morning, officials say.
The Yankees beat the Red Sox 9-2 Saturday in the nightcap and earned a doubleheader split.
Three people were hurt Saturday when a boat burst into flames while docked near City Island in the Bronx.
Austin Wells homered twice in a nine-run eighth inning, and the Yankees widened their lead in the AL wild-card race with a 16-1 win over the Red Sox on Sunday.
Recent rainstorms have caused massive flooding problems in New York City. No borough knows the pain more than Queens, home of seven of the city's 10 hardest-hit communities.
Three people were hurt Saturday when a boat burst into flames while docked near City Island in the Bronx.
New York City's weather was absolutely stunning Saturday, but Sunday wasn't nearly as nice.
A suspect wanted in connection to two deadly shootings in New York City was arrested Saturday morning, police said.
New York City's weather was absolutely stunning Saturday, but Sunday wasn't nearly as nice.
ICE is defending operations they are conducting this week in Danbury, Connecticut, as some residents say they feel uneasy at what they are seeing on the streets.
Severe weather warnings have started popping up as strong storms make their way through New York City and most of the Tri-State Area.
A nice stretch of weather kicks off the week in the New York City area before a heightened chance of rain returns.
Along with the increasingly humid conditions comes another chance of showers and storms overnight Saturday into Sunday.
Two people died and eight others were hurt in a shooting on Locust Street in Trenton early Sunday morning, officials say.
New York City's weather was absolutely stunning Saturday, but Sunday wasn't nearly as nice.
A fire at a vacant house in Newark, New Jersey, spread to neighboring homes Saturday morning, displacing several families.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed a law Friday making cocktails to-go permanent.
Elizabeth, New Jersey is cleaning up after Thursday's intense storms brought flash flooding. Emergency responders performed more than 100 rescues, most of them after people attempted to drive through water.
Recent rainstorms have caused massive flooding problems in New York City. No borough knows the pain more than Queens, home of seven of the city's 10 hardest-hit communities.
Israel discusses the "technological miracle" of identifying victims of the 9/11 terror attacks 25 years after the planes hit the towers, and more. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
The beach club hit by a tornado on Long Island last week has partially reopened.
Long Island's Sun and Surf Club will partially reopen this weekend and Labor Day weekend, owners say. The club suffered significant damage when a tornado hit last week.
Five men were spotted going into a manhole early Thursday morning on Long Island, according to Nassau County police. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Recent rainstorms have caused massive flooding problems in New York City. No borough knows the pain more than Queens, home of seven of the city's 10 hardest-hit communities.
The judge delivered a victory for Stanford University's student newspaper, which said some international students were afraid to speak out because of the deportation threat.
Milo Yiannopoulos, who is British, was accused of overstaying his visa after entering the country legally in May 2019.
The ruling marks a blow to the federal government's long-delayed effort to prosecute Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, who is accused of developing the plot to crash planes into the Pentagon and World Trade Center.
President Trump announced a deal to grant the U.S. control of more than 60 billion barrels of proven Venezuelan oil reserves.
Two more people who were sickened in the Upper East Side Legionnaires' disease cluster have died, health officials announced Friday.
A new electronic device that's the size of a grain of rice is making a big difference for heart patients.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
This year, ER visits for tick bites have increased dramatically, corresponding with a new threat: a rise in Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), where one bite from a lone star tick can make you violently allergic to red meat. How can you best avoid tick bites?
A New Yorker has tested positive for West Nile virus, the city health department announced Wednesday.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
NYC's Empire State Building paid tribute to music legend Dolly Parton Tuesday night. Parton, 80, died Tuesday in Nashville, her family announced.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
The AMC Kips Bay 15 on Second Avenue has been open since 1999 but will shut down at the end of 2026, according to a spokesperson.
Austin Wells homered twice in a nine-run eighth inning, and the Yankees widened their lead in the AL wild-card race with a 16-1 win over the Red Sox on Sunday.
The Yankees beat the Red Sox 9-2 Saturday in the nightcap and earned a doubleheader split.
Nicolás Fernández scored his 14th goal this season for New York City FC on Saturday night in a 1-1 tie with Toronto FC.
The Philadelphia Union beat the New York Red Bulls 3-1 on Saturday night to extend their unbeaten streak to seven.
Juan Soto had the go-ahead RBI single a pitch after fouling a ball off his right leg Saturday, leading the Mets to a 6-2 victory over the Astros.
With tickets to the U.S. Open skyrocketing, tennis advocates in the Harlem community are working to make the sport more accessible for New Yorkers.
The DSNY reported an increase in needle stick injuries for New York City sanitation workers.
A Queens homeowner says that overgrown city trees on her block are creating a safety hazard at night.
Neighbors say Flushing Meadows Corona Park has been falling into disrepair for years.
The owner of a beloved Harlem food truck known for its burgers under $5 is retiring and selling the business.
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.
Israel discusses the "technological miracle" of identifying victims of the 9/11 terror attacks 25 years after the planes hit the towers, and more. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
The borough president discusses a timeline for opening a community jail in Queens, and more. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
Severe weather has done a number on the borough this summer, and there are questions whether Mayor Zohran Mamdani has done enough with flood mitigation efforts.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for August 29 at 11 p.m.
Some legends took the stage Saturday for the Charlie Parker Jazz Festival in Harlem.
