Saturday Is Deadline For Connecticut Residents To Enroll In Affordable Care Act
However, some states, including New York and New Jersey are extending their deadline through Jan. 31.
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Cuomo: N.Y. Will Protect Transgender Patients' Coverage From ACA Changes
State-level protections for transgender patients are being proposed in advance of possible federal changes to the Affordable Care Act.
President Trump Defends Criticism Of NFL Protests As Health Care Fight Hits Snag
There will be no vote this week in the Senate on the so-called Graham-Cassidy health care bill, the GOP's latest attempt to repeal and replace Obamacare.
Senate GOP Effort To Pass Obamacare 'Skinny Repeal' Fails
The final vote was 49 to 51.
White House Communications Director Anthony Scaramucci Rips Priebus, Bannon In New Interview
In the article, Scaramucci accused Priebus of leaking his financial disclosure form and used vulgarities and expletives to attack Bannon.
Obamacare Repeal Bill Fails In U.S. Senate
The U.S. Senate on Wednesday failed to pass a proposal that would partially repeal Obamacare.
Pence Breaks Tie, Senate Takes Up Health Bill
The vote was 51-50 on Tuesday, a victory for Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and President Donald Trump.
Trump 'Disappointed' By Collapse Of GOP Health Care Bill, Says 'Let Obamacare Fail'
Republican Sens. Jerry Moran of Kansas and Mike Lee of Utah announced that they would not support the bill, bringing the number of Republicans opposed to at least four.
Opponents Of Senate Healthcare Bill Hold Rally At Bellevue Hospital
Opponents of the latest health care bill proposed by Republicans in the Senate gathered in New York Saturday to voice their opposition to the GOP-led attempt to repeal the Affordable Care Act.
Senate Republicans Unveil Latest Health Care Plan Amid Deep Divisions
Senators Rand Paul (R-KY) and Susan Collins (R-ME) already oppose the new bill that devotes $45 billion to fight the opioid crisis, while giving more credits to low income Americans to buy coverage.
Senate Bill To Replace Obamacare Could Be In Jeopardy
More Republican senators are indicating they're not happy with the current draft of the proposal and now, President Trump is making a push to get the GOP on board.
Senate Plan To Repeal Obamacare Faces Likely Roadblocks
A handful of GOP holdouts say they can't support the plan as it currently stands.
House Passes Revised GOP Health Care Bill, But Will It Pass The Senate?
House OKs GOP bill erasing much of Obama's health care law, answering campaign pledge and sending measure to Senate.
'Trump Bump' Back On Wall Street? Economy On Track Despite Tensions In Washington
Consumer spending was robust as 2016 ended, and the Commerce Department says a revised look at gross domestic product shows an increased 2.1 percent for the year -- up from the previous 1.9 percent estimate.
Trump Slams Conservative Lawmakers On Failed Heath Care Bill
The bill was pulled from the House floor Friday in a humiliating political defeat for the president.
Trump To House GOP: Vote On Health Care Friday Or Obamacare Stays In Place
President Donald Trump was forcing a showdown on health care Friday night.
Ryan: Older People Need More Help Under GOP Health Care Bill
House Speaker Paul Ryan says he will seek changes to a divisive GOP health care bill to provide more help to older people hard hit by the plan.
Republicans Split On Trump Health Care Overhaul Ahead Of Budget Report
Republicans on Sunday dismissed an upcoming Congressional Budget Office analysis expected to conclude that more Americans will be uninsured under a proposal to dismantle Barack Obama's health law.
House Panel OKs Bill Ending Obama's 'Individual Mandate' Tax Penalty On People Not Buying Insurance
House Republicans scored a pre-dawn triumph Thursday in their effort to scuttle former President Barack Obama's health care overhaul.
Health Secretary Price Says GOP Health Care Plan A 'Work In Progress'
House Republicans have rolled out a new bill to repeal and replace Obamacare, saying help is on the way for patients, doctors, and insurance companies struggling under the Affordable Care Act.
House Republicans Unveil Plan For Healthcare Overhaul
House committees planned to begin voting on the 123-page legislation Wednesday, launching what could be the year's defining battle in Congress and capping a seven-year Republican effort to repeal the 2010 law.
Trump Calls For Replacement For Obamacare, Military Spending Hike In Speech To Congress
President Donald Trump addressed a joint session of Congress for the first time on Tuesday night -- calling for a major infrastructure program and asking Democrats and Republicans to work together on replacing Obamacare.
Cuomo Vows To Protect Affordable Care Act From Republican Rollback
Governor Andrew Cuomo has vowed to defend the Affordable Care Act from a Republican rollback.
NY Lawmaker: Getting Rid Of Obamacare 'A Death Sentence'
Members of New York's congressional delegation held a rally Saturday at Gouverneur Hospital in Manhattan to implore House Republicans not to scrap Obamacare.
New Jersey Lawmakers Rally To Save Obamacare
Several high-ranking Democrats -- including New Jersey's two U.S. senators, Robert Menendez and Cory Booker, and several members of its Congressional delegation -- were among those taking part in the rally staged at the Robert Treat Hotel.
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Bronx residents protest possibility of former college building to be used as migrant shelter
Bronx residents gathered in Riverdale Sunday evening, protesting the possibility of a former Manhattan College building being turned into a shelter for asylum seekers.
Four displaced after fire on Main St. in South River, New Jersey
A fire along Main St. in South River, New Jersey left two families, and four people displaced Sunday evening.
Yankees miss playoffs for first time since 2016 with windy 7-1 loss to Diamondbacks
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Patriots beat Jets 15-10 to extend their winning streak to 15 straight over New York
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Baruch College ranked top value of any university nationwide
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First Alert Forecast: Yellow Alert Sunday as Ophelia's remnants soak our area
While what Ophelia delivers won't be as intense as what was seen on Saturday, it's enough to warrant a Yellow Alert for all of Sunday.
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First Alert Forecast: Yellow Alert Sunday as Ophelia's remnants soak our area
While what Ophelia delivers won't be as intense as what was seen on Saturday, it's enough to warrant a Yellow Alert for all of Sunday.
Ophelia downgraded to Tropical Depression
As Ophelia slowly moves north, effects will still be felt across our area through Sunday.
First Alert Weather: Red Alert as Topical Storm Ophelia heads toward NYC
Friday we'll see increasing clouds ahead of the storm that will likely impact your Saturday plans. Stick with CBS New York for the latest forecast and weather alerts.
First Alert Weather: Another nice day, before rain moves back in
Today we'll see mostly sunshine and low humidity with temperatures in the low 70s, but our First Alert Weather team is tracking rain that could impact your weekend plans.
Westport Police discuss rise in carjackings, car thefts
Authorities say the thieves are using stolen vehicles from Westport to commit crimes in other areas.
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Four displaced after fire on Main St. in South River, New Jersey
A fire along Main St. in South River, New Jersey left two families, and four people displaced Sunday evening.
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While what Ophelia delivers won't be as intense as what was seen on Saturday, it's enough to warrant a Yellow Alert for all of Sunday.
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As Ophelia slowly moves north, effects will still be felt across our area through Sunday.
Tropical Storm Ophelia triggers coastal flooding in N.J.
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1 injured when tree falls onto Manalapan Township home
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As Ophelia slowly moves north, effects will still be felt across our area through Sunday.
Long Island's first Ironman Triathlon held despite rain, wind
Not only did participants have to swim, bike and run, they also had to compete with Mother Nature.
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The Long Beach Boardwalk was mostly empty Saturday morning and the surf intensified as the huge storm got nearer.
NTSB begins investigation into Farmingdale H.S. bus crash
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Ocasio-Cortez says New Jersey's Menendez should resign after indictment
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Rep. Andy Kim to challenge Robert Menendez for Senate seat
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Menendez and his wife are accused of taking thousands of dollars in cash and gold bars in exchange for official acts.
Rep. Mike Lawler discusses possible government shutdown
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has been unable to convince hard-right Republicans to approve a temporary funding bill.
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Sufjan Stevens relearning to walk after rare autoimmune disorder
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The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
Mount Sinai study shows health disparities in preschoolers
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Usher to headline Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
Usher will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas on Feb. 11, 2024.
Thousands brave the rain to attend Global Citizen Festival
The festival advocates for equality across various global campaigns.
Global Citizen Festival returns to Central Park for 11th year
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Bronx native reflects on photographing hip-hop history
Hip-hop icons like Fat Joe credit him for documenting the music, the battles, the breakdancing and the art.
"The Amazing Race" set to return for milestone 35th season
The Emmy Award-winning series returns for its biggest season yet with 90-minute original episodes starting Wednesday, Sept. 27.
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Yankees miss playoffs for first time since 2016 with windy 7-1 loss to Diamondbacks
The New York Yankees missed the playoffs for the first time since 2016, getting mathematically eliminated with a 7-1 loss Sunday to the Arizona Diamondbacks as Zac Gallen pitched six innings and got his 17th win.
Patriots beat Jets 15-10 to extend their winning streak to 15 straight over New York
Mac Jones threw a touchdown pass, Matt Judon had a late safety and the New England Patriots extended their winning streak over the New York Jets to 15 games with an ugly 15-10 victory.
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Red Bulls beat DC United 5-3 in 101st meeting
New York won consecutive games in the series for the first time since a three-match run in 2017-18.
Harper sparks Phillies to come-from-behind win over Mets
Quintana (3-6) gave up six runs — five earned runs — and eight hits in six innings with a season-high 10 strikeouts.
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NYPD data appears to show racial disparities in traffic stops
The NYCLU obtained this information through litigation against the NYPD.
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In 1978, a Coast Guard helicopter on routine patrol found oil flowing into the Newtown Creek.
Advocates help uplift South Asian abuse survivors in NYC
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East Harlem monument honors Hurricane Maria victims
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Riverdale residents blame retaining wall for flooding
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Photos: Crowd turns chaotic during Union Square giveaway
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Photos: Crane catches fire, partially collapses in NYC
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
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A suspect has been charged in connection with a long-unsolved string of killings known as the Gilgo Beach murders.
Macy's 4th of July fireworks show dazzles NYC skyline
The 47th annual Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks Show lit up the skies over the East River on Tuesday night.
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Jackpot for Monday night's Powerball drawing rises to $785 million, fourth largest in history
Jackpot for Monday night's Powerball drawing rises to $785 million, fourth largest in history
Usher to headline Super Bowl halftime show on February 11th in Las Vegas
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Two hurt, including firefighter after apartment fire in Sunnyside, Queens
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Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk honors lives lost on 9/11
The Tunnel to Towers 5k Run & Walk kicked off Sunday morning in Brooklyn.
NASA capsule brings home asteroid samples dating back to the birth of the solar system
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