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.
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Low supplies are forcing doctors to make difficult decisions about who receives transfusions.
The American Red Cross says right now, it's in dire need of people to donate blood.
Tenants recounted the harrowing moments Sunday as they tried to escape the Bronx apartment fire that killed 19 people.
The six-person team of disaster workers left Tuesday for a two-week deployment.
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.
Ida's powerful winds and thrashing rain plunged more than a million people into the dark, including all of New Orleans.
Volunteers with the American Red Cross in Greater New York, along with other volunteers from across the country, are preparing for Ida.
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.
If you've recovered from COVID-19 your blood plasma could help save lives because of the antibodies it contains.
More than 750 COVID-19 patients nationally have had convalescent plasma treatment.
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.
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.
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.
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.
New Jersey and New York are deploying troops and specialized task forces to Florida to help with Hurricane Irma.
People were yelling for help from a fire escape in the Bronx early Monday morning. Firefighters rescued them as smoke and flames spread through an apartment building.
The American Red Cross has issued an emergency call for blood and platelet donations for New Jersey.
The American Red Cross has issued an apology over a poster that many are calling racist.
The American Red Cross and New York Blood Center are issuing a call for donations.
If one of your New Year's resolutions is to give back or donate this year, the American Red Cross is encouraging people to roll up their sleeves and give blood.
January is National Blood Donor Month, and The American Red Cross has encouraged people to roll up their sleeves and give blood.
Nearly 90 people have been forced out of their homes after a massive fire that ripped through multiple row houses in the Bronx.
The fire broke out just before noon Monday in the cockloft of 1750 Montgomery Avenue in the Morris Heights section.
Maddy Eddy was unable to get federal aid to repair her home on Beach 28th Street after Sandy, and that's where the city stepped in.
The American Red Cross of Greater New York continued to offer a hand Saturday for those who were left homeless by the East Village explosion earlier this week.
FIFA and NJ Transit said unsanctioned shuttle and bus companies will not be allowed to drop off ticketholders at MetLife Stadium.
The Trump Administration is once again taking aim at New York City's congestion pricing program.
Negotiations over a $500 million dollar government aid package for Spirit stalled after bondholders balked at the terms.
A suspect is in custody after two people were stabbed to death on Long Island early Friday morning, Nassau County police said.
The Archdiocese of New York has offered to pay $800 million in a settlement to 1,300 people who say they were sexually abused as minors.
The Trump Administration is once again taking aim at New York City's congestion pricing program.
A suspect is in custody after two people were stabbed to death on Long Island early Friday morning, Nassau County police said.
The Archdiocese of New York has offered to pay $800 million in a settlement to 1,300 people who say they were sexually abused as minors.
A child was fatally struck by a school bus in Brooklyn on Friday morning, the NYPD said. It happened at Lee Avenue and Lorimer Street in Williamsburg.
The Trader Joe's on Manhattan's Upper West Side will be closing temporarily for renovations. The last day to shop in-store will be May 17.
Some residual showers may linger into early Sunday morning, but the majority of the rainfall should be over by sunrise.
Amtrak announced Thursday it is suing Metro-North for allegedly blocking nonrevenue trains on a portion of the busy Northeast Corridor for over two months.
The Tri-State Area has the dirtiest air in the U.S. east of Texas, according to The American Lung Association's newly released "State of the Air" report.
Colder weather returns to the New York City area this week with sub-freezing temperatures in the suburbs.
New York City's balmy weather proved to be record-breaking for the date of April 15.
FIFA and NJ Transit said unsanctioned shuttle and bus companies will not be allowed to drop off ticketholders at MetLife Stadium.
A shooting at a library in Freehold, New Jersey, is under investigation.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill marked her 100th day in office by highlighting property tax relief and her affordability focus, but Republicans say New Jersey is more expensive.
The DOJ is suing New Jersey and Gov. Mikie Sherrill over recent legislation limiting the power of ICE agents in the Garden State.
Keyport residents say they're on edge because of dozens of cancer cases over the years in a neighborhood near the former Aeromarine landfill.
A suspect is in custody after two people were stabbed to death on Long Island early Friday morning, Nassau County police said.
Suffolk County officials say contamination from a former Grumman Navy site is far worse than previously acknowledged and is still spreading.
The Suffolk County Police Department has converted a seized 2020 Corvette Stingray Coupe into a full-fledged police car, with lights and siren, to raise awareness about driving while under the influence.
Residents said anti-Muslim vandalism was found on at least eight stop signs in the area of Carto Circle in Deer Park.
Rumblings of a possible LIRR strike are putting commuters on edge. The MTA says it's preparing for a potential walkout, while union leaders say they're fighting for a fair deal.
The Trump Administration is once again taking aim at New York City's congestion pricing program.
Negotiations over a $500 million dollar government aid package for Spirit stalled after bondholders balked at the terms.
The New York governor wants confirmation that ICE agent Jonathan Ross was not moved to New York after the Minneapolis killing of Renee Good.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing pressure from opposing sides regarding a housing voucher program. While some want it to expand, others want to curb its growth.
Advocates and lawmakers are trying to close what they call a loophole in New York's laws against stalking and harassment, which they say do not keep up with the digital age.
Keyport residents say they're on edge because of dozens of cancer cases over the years in a neighborhood near the former Aeromarine landfill.
The B.R.O. Experience Foundation uses cognitive behavioral therapy, mentorship and creative expression to support men of color navigating identity.
Travelers at Newark Airport may have been exposed to an individual with measles, New Jersey health officials warn.
The Tri-State Area has the dirtiest air in the U.S. east of Texas, according to The American Lung Association's newly released "State of the Air" report.
The 16th Annual Lustgarten Foundation New York City Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research was held Sunday in Battery Park City.
"The Ed Sullivan Show" on CBS brought the evolution of rock music into America's living rooms. More than 50 years after Sullivan died, he's getting the ultimate rock 'n' roll honor.
Megan Thee Stallion has decided to end her run with "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" early, the Broadway show announced on Monday.
The woman accusing Harvey Weinstein of raping her at a Manhattan hotel room in 2013 took the stand Monday in the third trial of the disgraced movie mogul.
Ticketmaster will be rereleasing tickets for Harry Styles' upcoming concerts in New York City that were originally purchased by scalpers, the company says.
The upcoming fashion exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art includes 25 mannequins based on real bodies.
FIFA and NJ Transit said unsanctioned shuttle and bus companies will not be allowed to drop off ticketholders at MetLife Stadium.
The Knicks had their biggest playoff victory in franchise history, overwhelming and eliminating the Hawks 140-89 in Game 6 on Thursday night.
The soccer clinic at the Jamaica YMCA turned into a dream come true when the kids were given free tickets to a World Cup match.
The Nationals beat the Mets 5-4 Thursday, dealing reeling New York its 17th loss in 20 games.
The Washington Nationals routed the reeling New York Mets 14-2 on a rainy Wednesday night at Citi Field.
In New York City, where land is at a premium, a stockpile of pristine soil unearthed at construction sites helps lower emissions and support urban farmers.
Have you ever wondered what happens to a restaurant's leftover or unsold food at the end of the day? Food access advocates say it could make a big difference if it were served to the community.
A new report finds a shortage of courts, fields and swimming pools in some New York City neighborhoods.
Residents living near New York City's busiest airports say the noise overhead has escalated from a nuisance to a health concern.
Construction began Tuesday on a major redesign of Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn.
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.
Summerstage is back for another season, marking its 40th year anniversary. Executive artistic director, Erika Elliot, gives a preview of what fans can expect from the festivities.
May is Melanoma Awareness Month and a new national survey shows many Americans are skipping sun protection. According to the "Melanoma Research Alliance" widespread misinformation and confusion about sun screen is making skin cancer prevention more difficult.
According to a study by Northwell Health, more New Yorkers are skipping the wait times and visiting urgent care. And the research is raising questions about how long wait times can affects people's health.
The Knicks crushed Atlanta 140-89 in Game 6 to clinch the series and advance to the Eastern Conference semifinals.
A study commissioned by Northwell Health-GoHealth Urgent Care is raising questions about how long wait times for treatment can affect patients.
