Gov. Hochul urges New Yorkers to get new COVID vaccine
The governor says nearly everyone should get the new vaccine, even if they never got the old one. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports on her briefing.
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The governor says nearly everyone should get the new vaccine, even if they never got the old one. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports on her briefing.
A major Pfizer pharmaceutical plant was severely damaged after a deadly tornado ripped through North Carolina on Wednesday.
The Brooklyn-founded pharmaceutical giant has now gotten rid of its collection of properties here except a less-than half-acre vacant lot next door to the school. It's a sore thumb, and sore point that has soured the longstanding relationship. CBS2's Hannah Kliger has the story from South Williamsburg.
The city is making the updated COVID-19 Pfizer vaccine available to children ages 6 months to 4 years old.
New COVID booster shots targeting the highly contagious Omicron variant could soon be available. The FDA has authorized Pfizer and Moderna shots. Nancy Chen reports for CBS2.
Federal health officials say thousands of updated booster shots are already being shipped around the country.
It's the only vaccine currently in this stage of development that could fight the tick-borne disease.
The CDC authorized the shots over the weekend and now they are available to roughly 20 million children in the U.S.
COVID vaccines for children as young as six months old are now available across New York City. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook speaks with parents to see their reactions.
With COVID vaccines now available for children under 5, we speak with an expert about safety and efficacy.
Mayor Eric Adams and Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan toured a site ahead of its opening in Times Square, reassuring parents the vaccines are safe and effective.
COVID vaccines for children as young as six months old are being made available across the city. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has more.
The city said it planned to start taking appointments for the Moderna and Pfizer shots starting at around 9 p.m. on Tuesday. CBS2's Natalie Duddridge reports.
The Pfizer and Moderna vaccines now head to the CDC for final approval.
If approved, kids could get shots as early as next week. CBS2's Natalie Duddridge has the latest.
The CDC says more than 440 children ages 4 and under have died from COVID during the pandemic.
The FDA is meeting today to decide whether to approve the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines for children as young as six months old.
It comes as the city's health commissioner says New York has passed the peak of a COVID wave.
Pfizer says three child-sized doses of its COVID vaccine produced a strong immune response in kids ages six months to five years.
The company says it'll give U.S. regulators the data soon. Moderna is already seeking U.S. clearance to vaccinate kids 5 and under.
The FDA commissioner says while COVID cases tend to be less severe in children, the Omicron wave saw more kids getting sick and being hospitalized.
The FDA says Paxlovid is 90% effective in preventing COVID hospitalization or death in high-risk patients.
Pfizer's antiviral pill was hailed as a miracle drug to treat COVID when it got emergency FDA approval in December, but demand appears to be lagging. CBS2's Tony Aiello explains why it isn't flying off pharmacy shelves as fast as you might expect.
As CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports, the FDA has authorized a second COVID booster shot for people over 50. But for anyone without insurance, the vaccine, as well as testing, could now cost you.
The FDA has authorized a second booster of Moderna or Pfizer as early as four months after receiving first one.
At Open Box Liquidation in Hauppauge, Long Island, hundreds of pallets are wrapped and waiting for their mystery to be unraveled.
Kevin Fiala scored twice, Darcy Kuemper stopped 22 shots, and the Los Angeles Kings beat the New York Rangers 3-1.
A proposed bill would close a legal loophole in New York that allows drugged drivers to escape accountability until the damage has already been done.
The New York Knicks defeated the Dallas Mavericks 128-113 on Tuesday night.
Miller Gardner, the youngest son of former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner, died at the age of 14 while on vacation with his family.
A proposed bill would close a legal loophole in New York that allows drugged drivers to escape accountability until the damage has already been done.
The nation's infrastructure report card is out, and New York City's subway system and water systems are the top local concerns.
Gov. Kathy Hochul sent a letter Monday to President Trump, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and other Republicans demanding a fair share of federal transportation funds for the MTA.
CBS News New York's Elle McLogan headed to Citi Field to find out what's new on the menu for Mets fans in 2025.
New York state is offering a grace period for those enrolled in the CDPAP program who must register for a new payment system.
It's a rainy start to the work week for the NYC area. We're tracking light rain for the morning commute that picks up into the lunch hour.
Following a brief warmup on Saturday will be a cooldown for Sunday.
Today is the first day of spring, and NYC and N.J. are expecting some rainy weather as the equinox arrives.
Stormy weather arrived overnight around the NYC area, bringing heavy rain and high winds.
We have a First Alert Weather Day coming our way, starting Sunday afternoon.
Students at a New Jersey college are being credited for helping police identify the remains of a woman who disappeared more than 10 years ago.
Nadine Menendez, the wife of convicted former Sen. Bob Menendez, faced opening statements Monday in her federal bribery trial in NYC.
It's a rainy start to the work week for the NYC area. We're tracking light rain for the morning commute that picks up into the lunch hour.
Celebrating 20 years as a band, the Jonas Brothers played a show at the American Dream mall on Sunday.
The Jonas Brothers stopped by a New York City pizza shop Saturday as part of their 20th anniversary celebration this weekend.
At Open Box Liquidation in Hauppauge, Long Island, hundreds of pallets are wrapped and waiting for their mystery to be unraveled.
One person was killed Thursday in a crash involving a fire truck in Suffolk County.
Gabby Petito's grandmother announced a new fundraiser in her granddaughter's name Wednesday to mark what would have been Petito's 26th birthday.
Hempstead was once one of the most active business districts on Long Island. It now appears to be on the way to recovery.
Three Long Island fire departments that displayed the Confederate flag have now reached a settlement over alleged discrimination.
A proposed bill would close a legal loophole in New York that allows drugged drivers to escape accountability until the damage has already been done.
Peaceful protesters assembled outside a Tesla dealership in White Plains to criticize Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency.
A new poll in the New York City mayor's race has former Gov. Andrew Cuomo leading the pack of Democrats, which includes Mayor Eric Adams.
A hearing was held Tuesday about whether Columbia University should disclose disciplinary records of some students involved in demonstrations.
Masih Alinejad, a prominent critic of the regime, is a leader of the movement to free Iranian women from the compulsory hijab and has drawn the ire of Iran's Supreme Leader.
One of Mayor Eric Adams' signature mental health care programs is in question after a City Council report suggested it's ineffective.
Nestlé USA cites consumer complaints, including "one potential choking incident" for recalling products sold nationwide.
A New Jersey family says they would be heavily impacted by any proposed cuts to Medicaid.
As Americans live longer, there's a dire need to create an age-friendly health care system. But right now, there aren't enough doctors specializing in geriatrics to care for older adults.
Saturday marks five years since New York City announced citywide lockdowns due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Hamdan Ballal said Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank beat him in front of his home while filming the assault.
Israeli settlers have beaten up one of the Palestinian co-directors of the Oscar-winning documentary film "No Other Land."
As Conan O'Brien was honored with the Mark Twain Prize at the Kennedy Center, many comics targeted President Trump from the stage.
Sunday was opening night on Broadway for "Othello," featuring two of Hollywood's biggest stars, Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal.
Celebrating 20 years as a band, the Jonas Brothers played a show at the American Dream mall on Sunday.
Kevin Fiala scored twice, Darcy Kuemper stopped 22 shots, and the Los Angeles Kings beat the New York Rangers 3-1.
The New York Knicks defeated the Dallas Mavericks 128-113 on Tuesday night.
Miller Gardner, the youngest son of former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner, died at the age of 14 while on vacation with his family.
The New York Giants are signing former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson to a one-year deal, according to CBS Sports.
A preliminary investigation into the death of Miller Gardner, the son of former Yankee Brett Gardner, indicates he may have died from possible food poisoning.
CBS News New York's Elle McLogan headed to Citi Field to find out what's new on the menu for Mets fans in 2025.
Voters will cast their ballots in Brooklyn in a special election to fill a vacant New York City Council seat
Amid ongoing litigation surrounding noise at Forest Hills Stadium, a new announcement from the NYPD has called the 2025 summer concert season into question.
There are mixed reviews after a controversial busway project aimed at improving bus times and congestion on Fordham Road in a busy section of the Bronx was canceled.
Brooklyn's historic Hendrick I. Lott House is getting a long-overdue restoration. It's set to be transformed into Marine Park's first museum.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
National Security advisor Mike Waltz says he's taking full responsibility for a military leak in a group chat on the messaging app Signal, as we learn there have been warnings about that same app. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.
As CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports, faculty unions and student protesters are suing the Trump administration.
Gov. Kathy Hochul is in a battle with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, as the MTA board is set to vote on a key contract to extend the Second Ave. Subway into East Harlem. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge has the latest.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.
CBS News New York's Rob Marciano has your First Alert Forecast for March 25 at 11 p.m.
