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As the U.K says goodbye to Queen Elizabeth II, the country is also welcoming its new sovereign, CBS2's Kristine Johnson reports.
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As the U.K says goodbye to Queen Elizabeth II, the country is also welcoming its new sovereign, CBS2's Kristine Johnson reports.
It follows a similar vigil with the queen's four children, led by King Charles, CBS2's Kristine Johnson reports.
Queen Elizabeth II lies in state at Westminster Hall for a second night Friday. Many people are waiting in lines for up to 24 hours just for a few seconds to honor the queen. CBS2's Kristine Johnson reports from London.
They say experiencing this togetherness with the residents of London has made the city feel even more like home.
"The Phantom of the Opera" composer met the queen on several occasions, and she was even a guest in his home.
There is a live "queue tracker" streaming on YouTube that provides updates, and it now warns of a 24-hour waiting time.
It's hard to imagine standing in line for 24 hours, like some are doing to see Queen Elizabeth II's coffin, but it speaks volumes about the way the people feel about the queen. CBS2's Ali Bauman talked to some former New Yorkers who have been living in London for eight years.
As the world remembers Queen Elizabeth II, Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber recalls how she always put others at ease. They met on several occasions, and the queen was even a guest in his home. CBS2's Dave Carlin sat down with the composer, who talked about the queen and the future of the monarchy.
Security for Queen Elizabeth II's funeral is tight, but the man in charge of keeping London's transit system running is a familiar face to New Yorkers.
Queen Elizabeth II's eldest son Charles is stepping in as king, but this monarchy has always been a family affair. CBS2's Kristine Johnson has a profile on the queen's only daughter and the new king's sister, Princess Anne.
There was quite a surprise for people in line to see Queen Elizabeth II's coffin when David Beckham queued up Friday. CBS2's Kristine Johnson reports from London.
The line of mourners to visit Queen Elizabeth II's coffin hit capacity Friday, forcing the government to pause entry for part of the day. CBS2's Kristine Johnson reports from London.
"Everybody wants to be here, to be part of this experience, to celebrate what her majesty has done for us," the soccer star said.
Thousands of mourners are waiting to see the queen lying in state after officials had to put a hold on new people joining the line. CBS2's Ali Bauman has the latest from London.
CBS2's Kristine Johnson walks us through what it takes to get to the live shot location in London. Watch your step!
Here's a look behind the scenes at what our crews have been up to covering the queen's death and remembrance ceremonies in London.
People have been lining up for miles to pay their respects ahead of her majesty's funeral Monday. CBS2's Ali Bauman has the latest from London.
Plans for the monarch's state funeral have been crafted for years, but kept largely secret. Now, the invitations have gone out.
One week after the death of Queen Elizabeth II, Britain continues to mourn and honor its longest serving monarch. CBS2's Kristine Johnson reports from London.
As we continue to remember Queen Elizabeth II, we're taking a look at those closest to the new monarch, King Charles III. What is still murky is where Prince Harry fits in. CBS2's Kristine Johnson has some insight.
The United Kingdom continues to pay their respects to their longest-serving monarch. The line to view Queen Elizabeth II's coffin in London grew to over four miles Thursday as mourners waited hours for their chance to witness history. CBS2's Kristine Johnson reports.
Thousands of people are lining up to pay their respects as her majesty's body lies in state. CBS2's Ali Bauman has the latest from London.
It's the first full day of her majesty lying in state in London, where CBS2's Ali Bauman spoke with some mourners in line.
Thousands of mourners were lined up early Thursday morning in London, waiting patiently for their turn to pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II. CBS2's Kristine Johnson reports.
Many came prepared for a 20-hour wait, but in the first few hours, the line moved fairly quickly.
Lionel Messi scored two goals in a Champions League match for Barcelona on April 8, 2009, which was two days after Adri Mehmeti was born.
Police are investigating a shooting that happened at a Chick-fil-A in Union Township, New Jersey, on Saturday night.
The Tampa Bay Rays rallied late twice to beat the Yankees 5-4 Saturday night and extend New York's losing streak to four.
The Vancouver Whitecaps beat New York City FC 2-0.
The win, paired with Minnesota's loss, locked the Stars into the Central Division's No. 2 seed.
A man with a machete slashed and injured three people at Grand Central in New York City before he was fatally shot by police, the NYPD said.
Hundreds of New York City firefighters spent hours battling a massive fire at a factory in Queens on Friday night
The brutal winter took out much of Southold Town Beach's sand and parking lot, forcing it to close for swimming this summer.
The Drug Enforcement Administration announced the bust of three fentanyl packaging mills in New York City on Friday.
Mamdani has made progress on his ambitious agenda over the first 100 days, including a plan for free universal child care, but his other major promises are still up in the air.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are finally turning the corner to warmer weather this week.
When UConn plays Michigan for the NCAA Men's Basketball championship tonight in Indianapolis, there are a few places in New York City where fans can root on their schools.
The average price for a gallon of gas in New York City is now $4.11, which is 82 cents higher than a month ago, according to AAA.
Rain has returned for Easter Sunday in the New York area after the holiday weekend kicked off with May-like weather.
UConn's jaw-dropping buzzer beater catapulted them to the Final Four.
Police are investigating a shooting that happened at a Chick-fil-A in Union Township, New Jersey, on Saturday night.
A New Jersey pastor who was taken into custody by ICE agents in March has been released.
Crews contained a wildfire in West Deptford, New Jersey that can be seen from Philadelphia.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are finally turning the corner to warmer weather this week.
Kishan Patel, who was shot by a former NYPD officer in 2024, has returned home after more than a year of rehab.
The brutal winter took out much of Southold Town Beach's sand and parking lot, forcing it to close for swimming this summer.
It's been one year since Peishuan Fan and JuanJuan Zwang, a wealthy Long Island couple, vanished without a trace.
Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann answered a judge's preliminary questions before pleading guilty to murdering seven women and admitting to killing an eighth.
Rex Heuermann pleads guilty to murdering seven women tied to the years-long Gilgo Beach serial killer investigation.
Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann pleaded guilty to seven counts and admitted guilt in the death of an eighth woman.
A horde of 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls attended Al Sharpton's National Action Network conference, nearly two years before the first primary votes will be cast.
The woman alleged the California gubernatorial candidate sexually assaulted her twice when she was too drunk to consent.
Mamdani has made progress on his ambitious agenda over the first 100 days, including a plan for free universal child care, but his other major promises are still up in the air.
Engel represented parts of Westchester County and the north Bronx in the House of Representatives for over 30 years from 1989-2021.
Former Vice President Kamala Harris said that she might run for president in 2028, telling a gathering in New York that she is considering mounting a third bid for the White House.
Advocates fear New York state could be taking a step back when it comes to biomarker testing access for those with Medicaid.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
Afrika Bambaataa, a rapper and producer, was best known for breakthrough tracks like 1982's "Planet Rock" and for founding the Universal Zulu Nation art collective.
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was lured to a Dallas studio for a meeting, then allegedly kidnapped and robbed by a group including rappers Pooh Shiesty and Big30.
Megan Thee Stallion was released from a New York City hospital after she got sick during a performance of "Moulin Rouge! The Musical."
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Lionel Messi scored two goals in a Champions League match for Barcelona on April 8, 2009, which was two days after Adri Mehmeti was born.
The Tampa Bay Rays rallied late twice to beat the Yankees 5-4 Saturday night and extend New York's losing streak to four.
The Vancouver Whitecaps beat New York City FC 2-0.
Jesper Bratt scored his second goal with 3:34 left in the third period, helping the New Jersey Devils eliminate the Detroit Red Wings from the NHL playoff picture with a 5-3 win on Saturday.
The Athletics roughed up Kodai Senga in an 11-6 victory over the struggling Mets on Saturday.
New York City business owners are pushing on the State Legislature to pass Gov. Kathy Hochul's reforms that would roll back some of the climate legislation passed by New York state in 2019.
Ismael Ox lost his right hand as a child in a grenade attack, survived homelessness in the U.S., and became a citizen, all while training to represent Team USA in para Taekwondo.
These kids from Brooklyn are playing tennis in their school hallways, cafeterias and auditoriums, to make the most of limited space and resources.
Preparations for Passover in Brooklyn blend centuries-old rituals with modern traditions unique to each family.
New York has filed a lawsuit against solar company Attyx, saying it didn't just sell panels, it sold promises it couldn't keep.
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.
The Waldorf Astoria teamed up with Best Friends Animal Society for a pop-up adoption event Saturday.
CBS News New York's Craig Allen has your First Alert Forecast for April 11 at 11 p.m.
The vintage furniture store Lanoba is back in business at its new home in Clinton Hill months after a massive fire ravaged its previous location in Red Hook.
IBM has agreed to pay the federal government roughly $17 million to resolve allegations of illegal DEI practices.
The four Artemis II astronauts flew back to NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston on Saturday, less than 24 hours after wrapping up their historic trip around the moon. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
