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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.
Holmes' right fibula was fractured by a 111.1 mph comebacker off the bat of the Yankees' Spencer Jones during the Mets' 5-2 loss on Friday.
On Day 1 of the LIRR strike, riders reported their regular trips to and from New York City turned into marathons.
A New York man accused of helping to lead a multi-state check fraud scheme has pleaded guilty, according to a court record filed Thursday in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan.
The NYPD said Elvin Suarez struck four pedestrians after his 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 SUV veered over a concrete island near West 109th St. and Amsterdam Ave.
No injuries have been reported because of the issue, the Food and Drug Administration said.
On Day 1 of the LIRR strike, riders reported their regular trips to and from New York City turned into marathons.
The NYPD said Elvin Suarez struck four pedestrians after his 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 SUV veered over a concrete island near West 109th St. and Amsterdam Ave.
The work stoppage, the LIRR's first since 1994, went into effect after the MTA and five unions representing 3,500 workers failed to reach a deal on a new four-year contract.
A controversial plan would build one of nation's largest battery energy storage sites near homes on Staten Island. The state says the sites are critical to New York's push for cleaner energy, but how and where they're built remains a flashpoint.
Ahead of the 2026 RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon, some athletes are showing how simply reaching the starting line is a victory.
The weekend is set to be the warmest of the year so far with summer-like weather across the Tri-State Area.
Keep an umbrella nearby as there's a chance for showers across the New York and New Jersey area. But the weather will turn to sunshine and warm temperatures for the weekend.
The weather on Wednesday will be a mix of sunshine and clouds with the potential for a shower in New York City. In the evening, rain becomes more widespread.
An unsettled pattern continues through the entire Mother's Day weekend in the New York City area.
After summer-like warmth, rainy weather and cooler temperatures return to the New York City area mid-week.
With just weeks to go before the primary, voters in New Jersey's 7th Congressional District are wondering where their congressman is.
Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks will take place on both the lower East River near the Seaport and the lower Hudson River, in collaboration with Jersey City.
It was down to the wire for one lucky New Jersey lottery winner. A winning $5.9 million Pick-6 lottery ticket was just eight days away from expiring.
The weekend is set to be the warmest of the year so far with summer-like weather across the Tri-State Area.
For the first time ever, the World Cup final will host a Super Bowl-style halftime show, with megawatt headliners Madonna, Shakira and BTS.
On Day 1 of the LIRR strike, riders reported their regular trips to and from New York City turned into marathons.
The work stoppage, the LIRR's first since 1994, went into effect after the MTA and five unions representing 3,500 workers failed to reach a deal on a new four-year contract.
Glen Cove's hidden gem has been closed for nearly two decades, but it's finally reopening thanks to hard work from the community.
Riders have been rerouted to Grand Central Terminal, which is much more crowded than usual since the electrical fire at Penn Station.
A coalition of five unions representing LIRR workers say they are prepared to walk off the job just after midnight tonight if there's no deal.
The work stoppage, the LIRR's first since 1994, went into effect after the MTA and five unions representing 3,500 workers failed to reach a deal on a new four-year contract.
With just weeks to go before the primary, voters in New Jersey's 7th Congressional District are wondering where their congressman is.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed millions to keep the program open, but the reforms would cut reimbursement rates for private duty nurses.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government plans to file a defamation lawsuit against The New York Times.
President Trump is in Beijing meeting with China's President Xi Jinping, with the two leaders aiming to stabilize their trading relationship after last year's trade war.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed millions to keep the program open, but the reforms would cut reimbursement rates for private duty nurses.
A New York native is among 16 American passengers who are quarantining in Nebraska after being on the cruise ship that is at the center of the deadly hantavirus outbreak.
American passengers on the MV Hondius cruise ship, which was hit with a deadly outbreak of the hantavirus, are back in the U.S. Three of the at least 10 people confirmed infected in the outbreak have died.
Three New Yorkers are among the 18 people being quarantined in Nebraska and Atlanta due to hantavirus concerns.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
The well-known film critic and journalist Rex Reed has died at 87.
"The Pitt" star Isa Briones is bringing heightened pride and Filipino presence to both stage and screen.
Broadway's "The Book of Mormon" has canceled two weeks of performances following a fire at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
Holmes' right fibula was fractured by a 111.1 mph comebacker off the bat of the Yankees' Spencer Jones during the Mets' 5-2 loss on Friday.
Cam Schlittler overpowered the New York Mets in his Subway Series debut.
Ahead of the 2026 RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon, some athletes are showing how simply reaching the starting line is a victory.
A.J. Ewing's first Major League home run sparked a comeback as the New York Mets completed a three-game sweep of the Detroit Tigers on Thursday.
Carson Benge delivered his first big league walk-off hit, a 10th-inning single, lifting the Mets past the Tigers 3-2 on Wednesday night.
Ahead of the 2026 RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon, some athletes are showing how simply reaching the starting line is a victory.
The Second Avenue Subway project has entered phase two of extending the "Q" line, but Harlem businesses say they're struggling to co-exist with the construction.
City Council members say requirement for transparent roll-down gates is burdensome for small businesses ahead of the July 1 enforcement deadline.
For more than four decades, residents living beside Brooklyn's District 13 Sanitation Garage in Coney Island have been waiting for the facility to move away from their homes.
There's a swim club in Harlem teaching kids a lifesaving skill, and they're turning timid swimmers into competitors.
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 13.1 mile race takes runners from Prospect Park to Coney Island.
Frazier spoke about lessons from his basketball career on and off the court in his address to graduates at Barclays Center.
More than 1,200 walkers came together at the South Street Seaport to support those affected by lung cancer and lung disease, the American Lung Association said.
It comes as Pakistani officials were in Tehran working to solidify a deal between the U.S. and Iran to bring the Middle East conflict to an end. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reports.
A fire in the East River Tunnel brought train service into and out of Penn Station to a halt.
