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We hear from a doctor who says this strain is highly contagious, though cases aren't proving to be too severe.
The New York City nurses strike came to an end overnight, as the union reached contract agreements with two remaining hospitals.
It was the last year of the 20th century, and while some were looking forward to what the new millennium would bring, others were panicking.
Police are searching for the suspects caught on surveillance cameras.
Thousands of striking nurses can return to their jobs Thursday after a deal was reached that includes wage increases and more staffing. CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado has the latest.
A terrifying near-death experience with a vape pen in Westchester County is raising more concerns about the dangers of vaping among teenagers. CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
Hochul aims to add 800,000 homes in the next decade, loosening local restrictions and punishing local leaders when they take too long to approve developments. CBS2's Jessi Mitchell reports.
Four suspects have been charged with trafficking more than 50 guns in Brooklyn - some sold steps from churches and schools. CBS2's Marcia Kramer reports.
A week and a half after suffering cardiac arrest and nearly losing his life on a football field in Cincinnati, Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin is not only back in Buffalo to continue his rehabilitation, but he's now back at home. CBS2's Otis Livingston reports.
Striking nurses at the Bronx hospital kept themselves energized with chanting on the picket line, but in quieter moments some admitted it gets them down not doing their jobs and caring for patients, as the walkout continued for a third day. CBS2's Dave Carlin reports.
The main campus is diverting complex emergency cases like strokes to other hospitals. CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports.
The Supreme Court is allowing New York to continue to enforce a sweeping new gun law banning guns from "sensitive places" such as schools and playgrounds for now while a court challenge plays out.
No one won the jackpot in Tuesday's drawing, but a $1 million ticket was sold in Manhattan.
New York City's nurses strike entered its third day Wednesday as contract negotiations resume. CBS2's Hannah Kliger reports outside Montefiore in the Bronx.
Members of his own party spoke out against him Wednesday on Long Island, calling on the freshman congressman to resign. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
The Bills say Hamlin is on his way home to continue his recovery.
The nation's best essential workers go head-to-head to test their skills on a job site. Two of them are from our area.
The Congressman is now facing a House Ethics Complaint with New York's delegation leading the charge. Today, members of his own party plan on speaking out against him. CBS2's John Dias reports.
Talks are stalled at Mount Sinai Hospital, but negotiations are ongoing between Montefiore Medical Center and the nurses union. CBS2's Hannah Kliger has the latest.
Among other issues, the governor plans to tackle affordable housing, psychiatric beds, bail reform, and New York's affordability in 2023. CBS2's Dick Brennan reports.
They include affordable housing, psychiatric beds, bail reform, and New York's affordability.
They include affordable housing, psychiatric beds, bail reform, and New York's affordability. CBS2's Marcia Kramer reports.
With every passing year bringing more violent storms, CBS2's John Elliott has some important weather resolutions we need to make, and keep.
CBS2's Lonnie Quinn and meteorologist and producer Giorgio Panetta explain the challenges carbon dioxide creates in forecasting, and what it could mean for the rest of the winter.
The incident happened in late 2021, and the 61-year-old victim succumbed to her injuries months later. CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports.
Manhattanhenge, a phenomenon when the sunset aligns with the Manhattan street grid, is happening Saturday and Sunday night.
Two men and a woman were shot at a basketball court late Friday night in Harlem, according to New York City police.
The subpoenas were issued after the New York Times reported on alleged security concerns with the new Qatari-gifted Air Force One.
A landmark housing bill automatically became law overnight after President Trump declined to sign it.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. hit a two-run homer in the ninth inning to lift the Yankees over the Nationals 5-3 on Friday night.
Manhattanhenge, a phenomenon when the sunset aligns with the Manhattan street grid, is happening Saturday and Sunday night.
Two men and a woman were shot at a basketball court late Friday night in Harlem, according to New York City police.
Jay-Z and some very special guests took over Yankee Stadium Friday night, performing to a sold-out crowd.
Two Upper West Side children went on a mission to visit 40 playgrounds in one day, hoping to set a record.
Healthcare leaders in New York are warning of a potential caregiver crisis if TPS is permanently revoked from immigrant healthcare workers.
Some storms returned to the New York City and New Jersey area on Friday.
Thursday's flood warnings have been canceled for New York City and New Jersey, but storms are expected to return Friday.
Severe thunderstorms swept through New York and New Jersey on Saturday night, causing damage amid Fourth of July festivities.
The brutal heat wave caused power problems across New York City on Friday.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100 degrees set on this date in 1966.
Three New Jersey beaches were shut down after state environmental officials discovered high levels of fecal bacteria in the water.
Nadine Menendez is starting her 54-month sentence for her role in a federal bribery scheme with her husband.
Some storms returned to the New York City and New Jersey area on Friday.
Lightning apparently struck a home and sparked a fire in New Jersey amid torrential storms Thursday.
Thursday's flood warnings have been canceled for New York City and New Jersey, but storms are expected to return Friday.
Some storms returned to the New York City and New Jersey area on Friday.
The Smithtown Library on Long Island opened all of its doors Thursday, nearly two years after a wave of water flowed through the building during catastrophic flooding. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Some people who watched the FourLeaf Air Show at Jones Beach over the weekend are claiming the colorful smoke from the performing planes damaged their boats.
Thursday's flood warnings have been canceled for New York City and New Jersey, but storms are expected to return Friday.
Three arrests have been made in a large-scale mail-theft scheme that struck over and over again right outside of Long Island post offices.
A landmark housing bill automatically became law overnight after President Trump declined to sign it.
Graham Platner had until 5 p.m. on Monday to formally suspend his campaign or he would remain on the ballot in November.
Nadine Menendez is starting her 54-month sentence for her role in a federal bribery scheme with her husband.
President Trump said Friday he won't sign the law, but a U.S. official said he isn't expected to veto it either.
New York City has tested about 150 cooling towers for Legionella bacteria and detected it in at least one on Manhattan's Upper East side.
Healthcare leaders in New York are warning of a potential caregiver crisis if TPS is permanently revoked from immigrant healthcare workers.
New York state health officials said Friday there are now approximately 470 cases statewide of the intestinal disease cyclosporiasis since May 1.
New York City's Health Department says it identified 31 buildings where Legionella bacteria has been detected on the Upper East Side.
New York City has tested about 150 cooling towers for Legionella bacteria and detected it in at least one on Manhattan's Upper East side.
Cooling tower testing continues on New York City's Upper East Side as the number of Legionnaires' disease cases continues to grow.
Jay-Z and some very special guests took over Yankee Stadium Friday night, performing to a sold-out crowd.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married in a place that generates plenty of garbage, and one man figured out there is a market for it if you package it just right.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
"Dolly: A True Original Musical" will take viewers on a journey of the singer's life at the St. James Theatre on West 44th Street.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. hit a two-run homer in the ninth inning to lift the Yankees over the Nationals 5-3 on Friday night.
Sonny Gray shook off travel woes that led to the Red Sox making a late arrival to New York, pitching six strong innings as Boston beat the Mets 6-2 on Friday night.
Rice hit his 28th homer, a towering three-run shot to right-center, off Casey Legumina in the sixth to extend New York's lead to 10-3.
Sean Manaea had his longest start in 21 months for the Mets, who won a series for just the third time since June 1.
Christian Pulisic was diagnosed with a fractured right leg, the U.S. Soccer Federation announced Thursday.
Two Upper West Side children went on a mission to visit 40 playgrounds in one day, hoping to set a record.
Eddie Palmieri, the East Harlem legend who revolutionized Latin music, now has a street renamed in his honor.
Services for the UnderServed's urban gardens and beehives provide therapeutic opportunities for New Yorkers with intellectual and developmental disabilities and behavioral health challenges
Religious institutions across the country are exploring how their properties can help address the affordable housing crisis, with a Brooklyn development offering a model for blending community needs with faith-based missions.
The Classical Theatre of Harlem's artistic director says Shakespeare's famous tragedy is more relevant today, though audiences can always expect a twist.
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.
Chef Greg Baxtrom is bringing approachable Heartland flavors to New York City with 5 Acres, a Midwestern restaurant in the iconic Rockefeller Center. Baxtrom talks about creativity with vegetables and shares his struggle with sobriety.
Neighbors said a family with children and possibly seniors lived in the house that went up in flames. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports.
The annual charity race took runners on a 4-mile journey through Central Park to raise funds for the 9/11 Memorial & Museum.
President Trump issued a new threat to Iran before saying the ceasefire was over and that peace talks would continue. CBS News' Wendy Gillette reports.
John Elliott has the Tri-State Area's updated Saturday morning First Alert Forecast on CBS News New York.
