Blood banks now accepting donations from gay, bisexual men
The FDA has been slowly loosening restrictions put in place in the '80s over concerns about AIDS and HIV.
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FDNY: 3 children among the critically injured in Brooklyn apartment fire
The fire broke out at around 9:30 a.m. in Midwood. Firefighters responded to a blaze on the top floor.
Fed up with flooding, New Yorkers demand answers at town hall
The latest storm happened before Christmas and was so bad some families still can't get into their homes.
Town hall in Queens addresses chronic flooding in parts of the city
Exasperated residents demanded answers from local and federal officials. CBS2's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Red Cross assisting homeowners in Howard Beach after floods
Emergency vehicles and cars kept splashing along 97th Street, churning up a watery and muddy mess, CBS2's Dave Carlin reports.
New Jersey Red Cross sending volunteers, vehicles to Florida
The New Jersey Red Cross is sending help to Florida for Hurricane Ian relief efforts.
NJ Red Cross volunteers head to Florida for hurricane relief
Once they arrive in Florida, they'll deliver emergency supplies and hot meals to hard-hit areas.
Red Cross of Greater New York assisting with Hurricane Ian relief efforts in Florida
About 730 trained Red Cross disaster workers are already helping in Florida, and hundreds more are on the way.
New York Red Cross volunteers head to Florida
The Red Cross in Greater New York is helping the relief efforts in Florida after Hurricane Ian.
Bronx tenants left without shelter or answers after fire
Tenants tell CBS2's Natalie Duddridge they had to break down an emergency exit that was locked, and some spent the night sleeping on a city bus.
Above normal hurricane season predicted on Long Island
There's a warning for Long Island residents to get ready for the coming hurricane season, which officially begins Wednesday.
American Red Cross Putting Out Plea For Blood Donations Amid National Shortage
Low supplies are forcing doctors to make difficult decisions about who receives transfusions.
New Jersey Family Whose Son Was Struck By Car Stresses Lifesaving Importance Of Donating Blood
The American Red Cross says right now, it's in dire need of people to donate blood.
Deadly Bronx Fire Survivor: 'OK, We're Going To Die'; Red Cross On Hand Assisting Displaced Tenants
Tenants recounted the harrowing moments Sunday as they tried to escape the Bronx apartment fire that killed 19 people.
Red Cross Volunteers From New Jersey Headed To Kentucky To Help Tornado Victims
The six-person team of disaster workers left Tuesday for a two-week deployment.
Relief Organizations, Volunteers From Tri-State Area Heading To Tornado-Impacted Areas Of Midwest And South
Box after box and load after load were packed, wrapped and shipped out of a warehouse in Stamford, bound for disaster zones in Kentucky, Illinois, and beyond.
NYC Emergency Crews, Red Cross Head To Louisiana To Help With Ida Aftermath: 'We Want To Return The Favor'
Ida's powerful winds and thrashing rain plunged more than a million people into the dark, including all of New Orleans.
As Louisiana Residents Flee Region Ahead Of Hurricane Ida, New Yorkers Head South To Help
Volunteers with the American Red Cross in Greater New York, along with other volunteers from across the country, are preparing for Ida.
Red Cross Volunteers Find Themselves Busier Than Ever During Coronavirus Pandemic
Cheering on health care workers, handing out food, helping people stay afloat from a distance -- Red Cross volunteers aren't letting the pandemic slow them down.
Coronavirus Update: 2 New Plasma Donation Sites Set To Open In N.J.
If you've recovered from COVID-19 your blood plasma could help save lives because of the antibodies it contains.
Medical Officials Explain Red Tape Delaying Plasma Donations To Those Battling Coronavirus
More than 750 COVID-19 patients nationally have had convalescent plasma treatment.
4-Alarm Fire In Queens Injures 10, Leaves Several Buildings Damaged Or Destroyed
CBS2 has learned six buildings were damaged by the fast-moving fire. It appears two are completely destroyed. The 4-alarm fire drew a response from about 200 FDNY firefighters.
Hundreds Of NJ Residents Forced To Rebuild Lives After Devastating Apartment Fire
The fire began in the basement of the Fort Lee building around 4 p.m. on Valentine's Day. It wasn't long before the building was completely consumed.
Unstable Staircase Prompts Full Evacuation Of Bowery Building
According to the Department of Buildings a judge presiding over a dispute between tenants and their landlord, ordered an inspection of the building on Thursday.
Already Stretched Thin From Harvey, Area Red Cross Teams Deployed To Help With Irma's Aftermath
The organization says teams will be sent to the U.S. Virgin Islands through Florida, all the way to the mid-Atlantic region as needed.
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MTA board set to vote on congestion pricing recommendations
If the board votes to approve the recommendations, most drivers will have to pay $15 to enter Manhattan south of 60th Street from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Brooklyn students return to school after 15-year-old stabbed
Scanners will be in place Wednesday morning at Edward R. Murrow High School, less than 24 hours after a 15-year-old student was stabbed.
Antetokounmpo, Bucks breeze past Knicks
Julius Randle scored a season-high 41 points for the Knicks, whose three-game winning streak was snapped.
Eklund scores in OT to lift Sharks to win over Islanders
The Islanders began a six-game homestand with a loss.
Tkachuk, Tarasenko score twice to help Senators rout Rangers
Artemi Panarin and K'Andre Miller scored for the Rangers (18-5-1), while Igor Shesterkin stopped 30 shots.
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MTA board set to vote on congestion pricing recommendations
If the board votes to approve the recommendations, most drivers will have to pay $15 to enter Manhattan south of 60th Street from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Brooklyn students return to school after 15-year-old stabbed
Scanners will be in place Wednesday morning at Edward R. Murrow High School, less than 24 hours after a 15-year-old student was stabbed.
NYPD reports drop in overall crime, but uptick in hate crimes
When you compare this November to November 2022, hate crimes have risen 33%.
1 killed after police pursuit in Inwood ends in fiery crash
Police say the driver of the Lamborghini took off after being pulled over for going through a red light.
Man critically injured in Bronx hit-and-run, police say
Police say the 41-year-old victim was taken to a local hospital.
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First Alert Weather: Cold start, highs expected to hit mid-40s
We're in for a colder day with clouds returning this afternoon. Highs only in the mid 40s.
"Trouble in Toyland Report" reveals dangerous toys to avoid this season
Sen. Richard Blumenthal and experts shared cautionary tales and offered tips on which dangerous toys to avoid.
First Alert Weather: Mix of sun and clouds, before cold returns
We'll see a mix of sun and clouds this afternoon, but it will be mainly dry. Highs are in the low 50s again.
First Alert Forecast: Steady rain through Sunday PM
Overall, it's just a raw and rainy day. You'll definitely want an umbrella.
First Alert Weather: CBS2's 12/3 Sunday morning forecast
Rain will continue on and off throughout the day on Sunday.
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Plainfield families survey damage from apartment building fire
Fire officials believe an electrical fault or lithium-ion battery may have caused a fire that forced dozens of families from their homes.
Alicia Keys' new musical will open on Broadway in 2024
The musical is loosely based on Alicia Keys' life when she lived at Manhattan Plaza with her mother.
First Alert Weather: Cold start, highs expected to hit mid-40s
We're in for a colder day with clouds returning this afternoon. Highs only in the mid 40s.
Oil delivered to N.J. home without an oil tank, causing big mess
The Hackensack Fire Department said hundreds of gallons of Number 2 heating oil spilled into the basement of the home on Maple Hill Drive.
Dozens of people displaced by fire in Plainfield, New Jersey
Hours later, some were able to temporarily return, only to discover the charred insides of the places they once called home.
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Special election to replace Santos set for February 2024
There will be no primary. Democrats and Republicans will each pick a candidate to go head-to-head.
Photography by Suffolk County inmates on display at correctional facility
The men and women incarcerated for nonviolent substance abuse offenses said learning photography instilled pride and self-worth.
Nassau County Police take kids on holiday shopping spree
The Westbury School District chooses the children who can use the holiday cheer.
Increase in flu cases across N.Y. prompts doctors to advise vaccines
The Health Department says flu cases surged 27% in New York state last week.
Former top staffer has advice for ex-congressman George Santos
Naysa Woomer, the disgraced Republican's former communications director, advised Santos to own up to all his reported lies.
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Adams urges MTA to consider congestion pricing exemptions
It came as Gov. Hochul and MTA executives joined transit advocates for a rally supporting congestion pricing, which will sock drivers with a $15 fee for entering the Central Business District.
Special election to replace Santos set for February 2024
There will be no primary. Democrats and Republicans will each pick a candidate to go head-to-head.
Intelligence report warns of rising foreign terror threats
A new FBI intelligence report says the most likely "primary targets" of foreign terrorists could include churches, synagogues and members of the Jewish community during the holiday season.
Latimer sites support for Israel in decision to run against Bowman
The district contains all of southern Westchester and a sliver of the northern Bronx.
College presidents face tough questions from Congress over antisemitism on campus
Colleges and universities have been criticized for their handling of antisemitic incidents since the Oct. 7 terrorist attack by Hamas on Israel.
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Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
Increase in flu cases across N.Y. prompts doctors to advise vaccines
The Health Department says flu cases surged 27% in New York state last week.
On Call: Health benefits of giving yourself a microbreak
If you're hoping to be healthier and happier in the new year, consider giving yourself a microbreak.
World AIDS Day events raise awareness across New York City
Friday marked the 35th annual World AIDS Day, when people gather to remember those who have died of and been impacted by HIV/AIDS.
Over $5M awarded to school-based mental health clinics across NY
This is all part of the governor's $1 billion plan to transform that state's mental health care system.
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Jonathan Majors' accuser Grace Jabbari testifies in assault trial
Jabbari was on the stand Tuesday, detailing how they met on the set of a movie before their relationship allegedly became abusive.
Alicia Keys' new musical will open on Broadway in 2024
The musical is loosely based on Alicia Keys' life when she lived at Manhattan Plaza with her mother.
YPC putting final touches on holiday concert at Lincoln Center
The holiday concert, "A Very Merry New York," is this Sunday, December 10 at Lincoln Center's David Geffen Hall.
Grand Theft Auto VI trailer: 7 things we learned from the teaser
Grand Theft Auto is one of the best-selling entertainment franchises of all time, with millions of fans awaiting its next release.
New Rochelle remembers beloved actress Frances Sternhagen
Sternhagen called New Rochelle home for more than 60 years. She loved the city and her neighbors loved her back.
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Antetokounmpo, Bucks breeze past Knicks
Julius Randle scored a season-high 41 points for the Knicks, whose three-game winning streak was snapped.
Eklund scores in OT to lift Sharks to win over Islanders
The Islanders began a six-game homestand with a loss.
Tkachuk, Tarasenko score twice to help Senators rout Rangers
Artemi Panarin and K'Andre Miller scored for the Rangers (18-5-1), while Igor Shesterkin stopped 30 shots.
Cardinal Hayes High School wins state football championship
Cardinal Hayes High School is the first New York City school to win the Catholic League's prestigious AAA title.
Artemi Panarin's hat trick, assist power Rangers to win over Sharks
The Blueshirts' 6-5 victory gave them six wins in their last seven and was the 3,000th in franchise history.
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Harlem boiler fix delayed by expanded repairs
A crew continues to bring new parts to fix a boiler that broke more than a month ago.
HPD installs new boiler for Harlem apartments after CBS New York report
A crew arrived with a new boiler Friday after a group of Harlem neighbors spent a month without hot water or heat.
Exclusive: New 7-acre educational campus coming to Floyd Bennett Field
The school and some facilities will be open by 2026, the rest of the campus by 2028.
Hamas hostages survived on "a piece of bread," cousin says
CBS New York spoke with an Israeli woman visiting New York City to tell her family's story of captivity in Gaza.
Freeport school partnering to support food insecure students
Approximately 60,000 children in Long Island schools don't get enough to eat.
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50th Annual Village Halloween Parade
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
Flooding leaves parts of New York City underwater
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Photos: Crowd turns chaotic during Union Square giveaway
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
Photos: Crane catches fire, partially collapses in NYC
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
Tony Bennett, N.Y. native and music legend, through the years
The Grammy Award winning singer who graced the stage for generations died at the age of 96.
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First Alert Weather: Wind chills feel even colder
CBS New York's John Elliott has the latest weather forecast.
MTA board set to vote on congestion pricing recommendations
The board will vote today on whether to approve the Transit Mobility Review Board's recommended $15 toll for most cars entering Manhattan. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has the details.
Brooklyn school stabbing leaves community on edge
School safety agents did a sweep of the school and confiscated several items after the attack. CBS New York's Zinnia Maldonado has the latest.
First Alert Forecast: CBS2 12/5/23 Nightly Weather
CBS New York's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for December 5 at 11 p.m.
South Brunswick Police issue warning about burglars targeting luxury vehicles
South Brunswick Police say over the weekend, burglars hit three houses while residents were home and took off with luxury vehicles. Police are worried this could lead to a violent confrontation.
