Pollution turning Passaic lake blue coming from neighboring town, mayor says
Passaic Mayor Hector Lora tells CBS2 the brook that leads into the lake has cleared up, but Hughes Lake is still murky.
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Officials investigating why Passaic, N.J. lake has turned blue
Environmental investigators are running tests to determine what's causing the change in color.
Bodies Pulled From Passaic River Identified As Missing College Students Nidhi Rana, Ayush Rana
They were together in Passaic on Sept. 1 when the storm hit.
Body Recovered From Passaic River In Kearny
This comes just a day after another body was found nearby.
Dive Crews Suspend Search In Passaic For Missing College Students Nidhi Rana, Ayush Rana
Search teams scoured the area Friday as the family desperately waiting for updates.
Ida Aftermath: Search Continues In Passaic For Missing College Students Nidhi Rana, Ayush Rana
Nidhi Rana, who goes to Seton Hall, was with Ayush Rana, a student at Montclair State, when the storm hit Wednesday night.
Heroic Rescue: Elmwood Park Police Chief Pulls Mother, 2-Year-Old Daughter Out Of Freezing Passaic River
Investigators are still trying to get to the bottom of why the mom and daughter were on the river.
Car Veers Off Essex County Highway, Plunges Into Passaic River
A crane later pulled the mangled car out of the water.
Driver Manages To Escape After Car Plunges Into Passaic River
A woman managed to escape the wreckage after crashing her car into a river Monday in New Jersey.
Nutley Crew Team Interrupts Practice To Rescue Man In Passaic River
The practice started out like any other for the Nutley High School crew team. They launched from their boathouse in Kearny and headed down the Passaic River and then back again.
Police: Suspect Still Missing 2 Weeks After Slipping Into Newark Storm Drain
Authorities have been searching for Keith Jean, 31, of Roselle since Aug. 3 when he was a passenger in a car Harrison police pulled over.
Search Continues For Suspect Who Jumped Into Passaic River To Escape Police
Police in New Jersey plan to resume their search for a suspect who jumped into a river and climbed into a storm drain to avoid capture.
Cops Search Sewers After Suspect Runs Into Newark Storm Drain
Newark officials said the man 'jumped into the Passaic River to avoid capture' after fleeing from Harrison police during a vehicle stop at around 1:00 p.m. Wednesday.
Man Jumps Into Passaic River To Save Woman From Sinking SUV
A New Jersey man jumped into the Passaic River to save a woman after her car plunged into the water.
EPA Unveils Passaic River Cleanup Plan
Officials on Friday said the plan calls for about 20 percent less contaminated river mud to be removed compared to a proposal that was introduced two years ago.
Paterson Firefighters Rescue Teens From Icy Passaic River
Two New Jersey teenagers were rescued by firefighters after getting stuck in the freezing Passaic River.
Car Of Missing NJ Woman Pulled From Passaic River In Wallington, Body Found Inside
Devorah Stubin disappeared Thursday night, triggering a massive search involving police and volunteers from the tight-knit Orthodox Jewish community.
Police: Report Of Flipped Boat In Passaic River Was Hoax
Police in Fairfield, New Jersey rushed to the Passaic River Tuesday after a report that a boat with three children, an adult and a dog flipped over, but it apparently turned out all to be a hoax.
Motorcyclist Crashes, Ends Up In River In Rutherford, N.J.
A man riding a motorcycle went flying into the Passaic River in Rutherford, New Jersey Thursday evening.
4-Foot Alligator Caught In Passaic River
About four hours later, the boats came off the water -- one from the Fair Lawn Fire Department was carrying the reptile.
Police Recover Missing Worker's Body From Passaic River
The body was found Wednesday near the Union Avenue bridge in Rutherford.
Search Resumes For Worker Swept Away In Passaic River
Authorities say the worker was inspecting a bridge near a brook that feeds into the Passaic River when heavy rains pounded the area.
Worker Missing After Being Swept Away In Passaic River
A search was under way Monday for a worker who was swept away in the Passaic River in New Jersey.
Body Found In Passaic River ID'd As Missing WSJ Reporter David Bird
The Morris County Prosecutor's Office has identified the body found in the Passaic River on Wednesday to be that of missing Wall Street Journal Reporter David Bird.
N.J. Mother Returns From 9-Day Canoe Trip To Raise Awareness About Water Quality
The mother of two from Medford Lakes paddled from Trenton, down around Cape May and up the coastline to raise awareness about water quality.
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R. Kelly sentenced to 30 years in prison
Kelly was accused of using his celebrity status and a network of people to target girls, boys and young women for sex.
Fresh off primary win, Gov. Hochul turns to gun permits, carry rules
She is focusing on Thursday's special session of the Legislature to find ways to limit the effect of the Supreme Court ruling.
Video of man with gun in subway station sparks concealed carry concerns
Police say the passenger is former law enforcement and was defending himself, so he was not charged.
Police: Mother fatally shot on Upper East Side
Police say the woman was pushing her 3-month-old baby in a stroller when a gunman approached her from behind.
Mom, half-brother charged with murder in Bronx girl's death
Police say she was found with blunt force trauma to her stomach and trauma to her face and arms on Aug. 10, 2021.
Crime Without Punishment: A closer look at disparities in NYPD's homicide clearance rates
According to data analyzed by CBS News, the national homicide clearance rate has been improving for cases involving white victims, but falling for Black and Hispanic victims.
NYC monkeypox cases rise as city waits for vaccine shipment
The city is still waiting for a shipment from the federal government.
Experts remind public to leave fireworks to professionals
One mistake could send you and your family to the hospital, or worse.
Fishermen catch small shark at Nassau County beach
Once on the sand, they removed the hook and released the shark.
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Police: Mother fatally shot on Upper East Side
Police say the woman was pushing her 3-month-old baby in a stroller when a gunman approached her from behind.
NYC monkeypox cases rise as city waits for vaccine shipment
The city is still waiting for a shipment from the federal government.
Crews begin setting up for Macy's 4th of July Fireworks
Crews started setting up the 96,000 pounds of pyrotechnics Wednesday.
Ohio couple charged in multi-state sex trafficking ring
The alleged crimes occurred throughout the Tri-State Area, as well as in Pennsylvania, Delaware and Massachusetts.
Giuliani's former Ukraine fixer gets 20 months in prison
Addressing the court, Parnas sobbed and apologized to those who had lost money investing in his business ventures.
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Tri-State Area joins effort to boost offshore wind industry
The president aims to be able to power 10 million homes with wind energy by 2030.
Investigators say 6-year-old burned Bridgeport boy was not intentionally set on fire
Officials say there's no evidence any of the children deliberately hurt one another.
Conn. woman dies after being infected with tickborne virus
She is the second person in Connecticut to test positive for the virus this year and the first to die.
For first time ever, average gas prices in New York hits $5
Drivers across the Tri-State Area continue to feel the squeeze at the pump.
Drivers hoping for relief as gas prices again hit record highs
The national average for a gallon of regular reached $4.87 on Monday. It's even more expensive in the Tri-State Area.
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Officials report increase in guns found at Newark Airport
The TSA says 80% of the firearms were loaded.
Police searching for suspects after car plows into N.J. flower shop
Surveillance video shows the moment a Ford Edge went full speed into Morningside Florist on West Broadway.
1-year-old critical after near drowning in N.J., police say
The incident happened around 7 p.m. Monday at a home on Beechwood Drive.
Harassing packages sent to former NJ home of Samuel Alito
Authorities say erroneous information on the internet claims Alito still lives in West Caldwell.
Port Authority asks flyers to pre-book parking at airports
The Port Authority says travelers who do not pre-book parking spots will be charged a summer peak period surcharge.
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Experts remind public to leave fireworks to professionals
One mistake could send you and your family to the hospital, or worse.
Fishermen catch small shark at Nassau County beach
Once on the sand, they removed the hook and released the shark.
Strangers, social media help woman get back dresses she left on LIRR
Judie Ulberg knows how stressful weddings can be. She works in the business. But this was different.
Nassau County rolling out "vaxmobile" for children
The CDC and FDA recently approved Moderna and Pfizer COVID vaccines for children 6 months of age and older.
Police: Missing 10-year-old from North Bellport found safe
The girl had been reported missing after she was dropped off by a rideshare in Hempstead on Monday.
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Fresh off primary win, Gov. Hochul turns to gun permits, carry rules
She is focusing on Thursday's special session of the Legislature to find ways to limit the effect of the Supreme Court ruling.
Former aide on Jan. 6 warnings, pardon requests, and Trump trying to grab the wheel
Cassidy Hutchinson, an aide to former chief of staff Mark Meadows, testified that Trump said about the crowd at the Ellipse "something to the effect of, 'I don't effing care that they have weapons.'"
Hochul, Zeldin projected winners in N.Y. primary election
Gov. Kathy Hochul and Congressman Lee Zeldin will go toe-to-toe in November.
Harassing packages sent to former NJ home of Samuel Alito
Authorities say erroneous information on the internet claims Alito still lives in West Caldwell.
Mayor Eric Adams says Rudy Giuliani should be investigated in slap probe
Adams told reporters on Tuesday that the district attorney should investigate Giuliani for falsely reporting a crime.
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NYC monkeypox cases rise as city waits for vaccine shipment
The city is still waiting for a shipment from the federal government.
Chokshi details de Blasio-Cuomo tensions during pandemic
Dr. Dave Chokshi says the tensions between Mayor de Blasio and Gov. Cuomo got in the way of public health.
Westchester County passes law allowing women safe access to abortion
The Reproductive Health Care Facilities Access Act passed the county Board of Legislators on Monday night.
Health officials await additional monkeypox vaccines; Cases climb to 48 in New York City
The demand was overwhelming, and all appointments were booked through Monday.
Second day of long lines for monkeypox vaccine at Chelsea health clinic
The Chelsea Sexual Health Clinic opened at 11 a.m., but the line for a vaccine started forming outside about three hours earlier.
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Off-Broadway events offer affordable, family-friendly fun
Offerings include some familiar characters and prices that don't strain family budgets, with some shows for free.
R. Kelly faces sentencing in Brooklyn court
Kelly was accused of using his celebrity status and a network of people to target girls, boys and young women for sex.
Jimmy Awards honor high school musical theater performers
The two winners for Best Performance by an Actor and Actress receive $25,000 scholarships.
Teen reunites with TV crew who helped him after car crash
Back in November, the boy was pinned under a car that jumped the curb in Gravesend.
Mary Mara, "ER" and "Law & Order" actress, dies at 61 in apparent drowning
Preliminary investigations suggested that Mara died while swimming, state police said.
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Verlander dominant, sends Mets to first 3-game losing streak of season
Veteran right-hander throws two-hit ball over eight innings in Astros' 2-0 victory on Wednesday.
Judge, Stanton homer as Yankees sweep A's, improve to 56-20
With the 5-3 victory, the Bombers are now 56-20, matching 2001 Mariners and 1998 Yankees for best start since 1930.
Sears pitches major league-best Yankees past lowly A's
Sears (3-0) made his second spot start and limited the A's to three hits in 5 2/3 innings.
Tucker homers, Valdez goes 8 in Astros' romp over Mets
Carlos Carrasco (8-4) had a second straight rocky outing against Houston.
Yankees score 6 in the 7th, take down struggling Athletics
Trailing by four runs early, Bombers rally for 23rd come-from-behind victory of the season, 9-5 on Monday night.
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8 Hands Farm: Regenerative farming takes root on the North Fork
"It's one of the few professions where you work with your heart, your hands, and your head at the same time," co-owner Tom Geppel told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Zaragoza Deli & Grocery: An East Village home for Mexican family recipes
"That was my dream, to open a small business here," co-owner Pompeyo "Papa" Martinez told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Eddie's Sweet Shop: A '1930s time warp' in Forest Hills where the ice cream is homemade
"We whip the whipped cream by hand. We make our hot fudge, caramel, most of our syrups," owner Vito Citrano told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
The Hungarian Pastry Shop: Purveyor of coffee, cake, and conversation since 1961
"Most of my customers are regulars. They come almost every day, and they feel that this is their home," Panagiotis Binioris said.
'The melting pot starts' at Kalustyan's in Midtown
For hard-to-find flavors from faraway continents, professional chefs and home cooks flock to a specialty food store founded in 1944.
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New York City Pride March draws crowd of thousands
Thousands came out for the 2022 New York City Pride March through Manhattan on Sunday.
Juneteenth celebrations held across New York City
Juneteenth celebrations took place across New York City on June 19.
Mermaid Parade returns to Coney Island for 40th anniversary
The famous Mermaid Parade returned to Coney Island on Saturday for its 40th anniversary.
Stars hit the red carpet at the 75th Annual Tony Awards
Stars of stage and screen hit the red carpet for the 75th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday night.
Remembering Ray Liotta through the years
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Mom, half-brother arrested in 7-year-old Julissia Batties' murder
Police say a 7-year-old Bronx girl was murdered and her mother and half-brother were responsible for her death. CBS2's Thalia Perez spoke to the girl's father.
Public art project "Reclining Liberty" reimagines Statue of Liberty
CBS2's Dick Brennan spoke to artist Zaq Landsberg about his public art project, "Reclining Liberty." The statue reimagines the Statue of Liberty lying on her side on the ground.
Experts remind L.I. residents to let professionals handle fireworks
As July 4th holiday fireworks shows approach, emergency room doctors worry about the growing number of young people setting off illegal explosives. Trained experts on Long Island tell CBS2's Jennifer McLogan families can be protected by leaving the danger to the professionals.
First Alert Forecast: CBS2 6/29 Evening Weather at 6PM
CBS2's Vanessa Murdock has your First Alert Forecast for June 29 at 6 p.m.
Video of man with gun in subway station sparks concealed carry concerns
Video of a man pulling out a gun in a subway station is sparking new concerns about concealed weapons in New York City. Police say the man was defending himself, so he was not charged. CBS2's Lisa Rozner looks into whether other passengers could soon resort to using guns as self-defense, too.
