Westfield, N.J. Teen Takes Initiative To Feed As Many People As He Can During Coronavirus Pandemic
He wrote a letter, urging folks in his community to donate food to local pantries and churches, where food is in short supply.
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Coronavirus Update: Online Training Getting Little Leaguers Ready For The Day Ball Fields Again Open
With sports seasons put on hold this spring, coaches are coming up with creative ways to motivate their teams.
Coronavirus Concert: Dozens Of Celebrities Raise Money To Fight COVID-19 In 'One World: Together At Home' Concert
Dozens of celebrities shared their talents for a very special event.
Coronavirus Update: City Harvest Official Says Fight Against Hunger In NYC 'Is Overwhelming', 'It's Touching Everybody'
At City Harvest's seven mobile markets, like one in the Stapleton section of Staten Island, there's been a 30% increase in people coming in for food.
Coronavirus Update: Nurses Step In For Family, Friends To Provide Much Needed Comfort For COVID-19 Patients
One nurse posted a message on social media, telling families who cannot see their loved ones that she would visit them before and after her shift.
Coronavirus Update: NJ Volunteer Fire Department Offers Firetruck Birthday Celebrations For Kids Unable To Throw Parties
It is the brainchild of the all-volunteer Upper Saddle River Fire Department, who know a lot of kids in their town might not have a proper birthday celebration.
Coronavirus Update: Sleep Expert Recommends Warm Showers, Reading To Help Fall Asleep At Night
St. Charles Hospital sleep expert Brendan Duffy recommends people take warm showers, read, and exercise in order to sleep better at night during the coronavirus outbreak.
Coronavirus Update: Expert Offers Tips On How To Avoid Going Stir Crazy In Isolation
At a time when many of us have never felt more isolated detached cooped up in our homes, a clinical psychologist says there are five things we all need to be doing.
Coronavirus Update: NYC Streets Desolate As Non-Essential Businesses Prepare To Close
With non-essential workers across the state being told to stay at home, some New Yorkers say they're just trying to make the best of it.
Coronavirus Update: City Harvest Stepping Up Big For More Than 1 Million Food-Insecure New Yorkers
Inside a large, nondescript warehouse in Long Island City, a fervent effort is underway to feed the needy of New York City in the wake of the coronavirus.
Coronavirus Update: Mamajuana Cafe In Bronx Giving Free Lunch To Kids Impacted By Schools Closure
In response to the coronavirus outbreak, a restaurant in the Bronx is handing out bagged lunches in an attempt to alleviate the stress on parents whose children normally get meals at school.
Upstate Lawmaker Omari Shakur Launches Profanity-Laced Tirade On Police During Traffic Stop, Cranks 'Fight The Power,' Flips The Bird
A traffic stop in an upstate city escalated into an ugly confrontation between a local lawmaker and police. Newburgh Councilman Omari Shakur directed an explosive, profanity-laced tirade at an officer.
N.J. Gov. Murphy Announces He Has Tumor On His Kidney, Will Have Surgery
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy will have surgery next month to remove a tumor on his kidney, he announced on Saturday.
Bronx Church At Odds With Local Post Office Over Lack Of Mail Deliveries
The church's assistant pastors says they're lucky if they get mail delivered three times a week.
Orange County Fire Department Organizes Fundraiser For 5-Year-Old Battling Leukemia
In his short young life, 5-year-old Rowan Mohammed's most enduring wish is to become a firefighter, just like his beloved grandfather, Bruce.
Audience Member Uses Pepper Spray During Performance Of 'Jagged Little Pill,' Theater Evacuated
The Broadway show's Saturday matinee had to be canceled after someone used pepper spray inside the theater.
Exclusive: Mother Of 2-Year-Old Injured In Bronx Barbershop Window Smashing Speaks Out
Video shows a man with a bat wantonly smashes the glass, sending shards flying everywhere, including onto a little boy who was sitting in a chair right by the window.
Albany Issues Blow To Landlords In NYC Broker Fee Debate
There is big news for renters in the Big Apple. A new program is aiming to simplify the housing market, and ban broker fees.
'I Think That It's A Miracle': Woman Speaks Out After Good Samaritans Lift SUV Off Her
It was a frantic and frightening scene: A 25-year-old woman who says she was run over and trapped under a large SUV on the Lower East Side.
Some Goshen Residents Upset About Proposal To Change Street Name To 'Legoland Boulevard'
Legoland representative Matt Besterman says renaming the street is logical. It's a way to help tourists find the site.
N.J. Husband & Wife Accused Of Attacking 23-Year-Old With Golf Club In Road Rage Incident
A road rage incident turned violent in New Jersey, sending two men to the hospital.
'It's Freeing': Hockey League Gives Visually Impaired Players An Opportunity To Hit The Ice
Six teams from all over the northeast, 32 players in all, come to a rink in Bayonne, New Jersey, to play a game you might think would be unavailable to them.
Grandmother Fights Off Armed Suspect Who Tried To Forcefully Enter Staten Island Home
Police scoured the neighborhood, but the suspect got away. He has yet to be caught.
Blowing The Whistle On Bullying: 10-Year-Old N.J. Girl Takes It To A Different Level
A 10-year-old girl in New Jersey is giving a whole new meaning to the term "whistleblower."
Awkwafina's Journey To Fame Started In Queens
The 31-year-old multi-talented star was born in New York as Nora Lum and grew up in the Forest Hills section of Queens.
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MTA looking for ways to keep riders cool on subway platforms
The MTA is looking into ways to keep riders cool on subway platforms.
First Alert Weather: Red Alert for heavy rain, high winds Saturday
Today we'll see increasing clouds ahead of a storm that will likely impact your Saturday plans. Stick with CBS New York for the latest forecast and weather alerts.
NTSB investigators headed to Farmingdale High School bus crash
The adult victims were identified as 77-year-old chaperone Beatrice Ferrara and 43-year-old band leader Gina Pellettiere.
49ers win 13th straight in regular season, beat Giants
Daniel Jones was often on the run and couldn't get anything going downfield.
Cole enhances Cy Young credentials as Yanks beat Jays
Cole allowed a run and two hits in his longest outing since pitching a two-hit shutout against Minnesota in April.
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MTA looking for ways to keep riders cool on subway platforms
The MTA is looking into ways to keep riders cool on subway platforms.
First Alert Weather: Red Alert for heavy rain, high winds Saturday
Today we'll see increasing clouds ahead of a storm that will likely impact your Saturday plans. Stick with CBS New York for the latest forecast and weather alerts.
NTSB investigators headed to Farmingdale High School bus crash
The adult victims were identified as 77-year-old chaperone Beatrice Ferrara and 43-year-old band leader Gina Pellettiere.
Bus carrying Farmingdale High School band crashes in New York's Orange County; 2 dead, multiple injuries reported
Two women were killed in the crash - a 43-year-old from Massapequa and a 77-year-old from Farmingdale.
Farmingdale community members react to deadly bus crash
Classmates said they were told the students on board the bus were freshmen.
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First Alert Weather: Red Alert for heavy rain, high winds Saturday
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First Alert Weather: Another nice day, before rain moves back in
Today we'll see mostly sunshine and low humidity with temperatures in the low 70s, but our First Alert Weather team is tracking rain that could impact your weekend plans.
Westport Police discuss rise in carjackings, car thefts
Authorities say the thieves are using stolen vehicles from Westport to commit crimes in other areas.
First Alert Weather: Mostly sunny, low humidity
It looks like a picture perfect day with sunshine, low humidity and highs in the mid-70s.
2 arrested in connection to Aston Martin theft in Westport
A 39-year-old and a 16-year-old are facing multiple charges.
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First Alert Weather: Red Alert for heavy rain, high winds Saturday
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N.J. H.S. football officiating crew accused of racial bias
The Plainfield High School football coach says 36 penalties were called against his team, and it cost them the game.
Water main break shuts down major roadway in Warren, New Jersey
Crews are on the scene trying to make repairs, as the water runs out of the ground and floods a nearby parking lot.
First Alert Weather: Another nice day, before rain moves back in
Today we'll see mostly sunshine and low humidity with temperatures in the low 70s, but our First Alert Weather team is tracking rain that could impact your weekend plans.
Project Kind opens new donation location in Montclair
They have opened their second official Kindness Closet, where people can pick up donated clothing and food.
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NTSB investigators headed to Farmingdale High School bus crash
The adult victims were identified as 77-year-old chaperone Beatrice Ferrara and 43-year-old band leader Gina Pellettiere.
Farmingdale community members react to deadly bus crash
Classmates said they were told the students on board the bus were freshmen.
CBS New York investigates bus company in deadly N.Y. crash
The company has a satisfactory rating with federal regulators, but it's not perfect.
Jewish leaders on LI ask for more police ahead of Yom Kippur
At least three synagogues in Nassau County and two in Suffolk County received threats during Rosh Hashanah.
Driver arraigned in Massapequa crash that killed 4 family members
Prosecutors said Michael DeAngelo was speeding and high on fentanyl and cocaine when he crashed into two cars last August, killing a 60-year-old man and three children.
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Venezuelan asylum seekers in NYC say working will change their lives
Nonprofit Project Rousseau is working nonstop to help the newcomers file work authorization papers.
Mayor Adams: Allowing Venezuelan asylum seekers to work is not enough
Despite them getting temporary protective status and work permits, Hizzoner claims the numbers still don't add up.
Ex-Trump aide Cassidy Hutchinson says Giuliani groped her on Jan. 6
Rudy Giuliani has denied Cassidy Hutchinson's claims.
Hochul: Biden "has heard me loud and clear" on asylum seeker crisis
The meeting Tuesday came as Staten Islanders protested the arrival of migrants at a former senior facility.
NY Republicans challenge newly signed voting legislation
New York congressional members filed a lawsuit, saying the laws try to remove basic safeguards on absentee voting.
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Sufjan Stevens relearning to walk after rare autoimmune disorder
Earlier this month, Sufjan Stevens said he was transferred to acute rehab, where he is undergoing intensive physical therapy after being diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disorder.
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The CDC says more than 1 in 4 older adults falls each year, but fewer than half tell their doctor about it.
Free COVID test kits are coming back. Here's how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
Mount Sinai study shows health disparities in preschoolers
Mount Sinai studied nearly 4,000 preschool students in Harlem; Bogota, Columbia, and Madrid, Spain.
Alarming rise in child fentanyl deaths nationwide
A Yale University professor found fentanyl deaths in kids under 5 jumped 590% from 2018 to 2021.
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Bronx native reflects on photographing hip-hop history
Hip-hop icons like Fat Joe credit him for documenting the music, the battles, the breakdancing and the art.
"The Amazing Race" set to return for milestone 35th season
The Emmy Award-winning series returns for its biggest season yet with 90-minute original episodes starting Wednesday, Sept. 27.
Sufjan Stevens relearning to walk after rare autoimmune disorder
Earlier this month, Sufjan Stevens said he was transferred to acute rehab, where he is undergoing intensive physical therapy after being diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disorder.
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky debut newborn son Riot Rose
Did the outfits Rihanna and A$AP Rocky wore to the Met Gala hold a clue to baby Riot Rose's name?
Billy Miller, "The Young and the Restless" actor, dies at 43
Miller died on Friday, Sept. 15, in Austin, Texas, just two days before what would have been his 44th birthday.
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49ers win 13th straight in regular season, beat Giants
Daniel Jones was often on the run and couldn't get anything going downfield.
Cole enhances Cy Young credentials as Yanks beat Jays
Cole allowed a run and two hits in his longest outing since pitching a two-hit shutout against Minnesota in April.
Phillies top Mets
Mets starter David Peterson struck out seven but allowed four runs on five hits in four innings.
N.J. H.S. football officiating crew accused of racial bias
The Plainfield High School football coach says 36 penalties were called against his team, and it cost them the game.
Gausman pitches streaking Blue Jays past Yankees
New York (76-76) dropped its third straight as its improbable postseason hopes keep dwindling away.
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Looking back 45 years after Greenpoint Oil Spill discovery
In 1978, a Coast Guard helicopter on routine patrol found oil flowing into the Newtown Creek.
Advocates help uplift South Asian abuse survivors in NYC
Studies show nearly half of South Asian people in the United States report experiencing gender-based violence.
East Harlem monument honors Hurricane Maria victims
Six years after Hurricane Maria, Puerto Ricans are still struggling to rebuild.
Riverdale residents blame retaining wall for flooding
Residents and business owners on a stretch of Riverdale Avenue say a retaining wall is causing properties to flood.
Mount Sinai study shows health disparities in preschoolers
Mount Sinai studied nearly 4,000 preschool students in Harlem; Bogota, Columbia, and Madrid, Spain.
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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.
Inside the Gilgo Beach murders investigation
A suspect has been charged in connection with a long-unsolved string of killings known as the Gilgo Beach murders.
Macy's 4th of July fireworks show dazzles NYC skyline
The 47th annual Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks Show lit up the skies over the East River on Tuesday night.
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MTA considering ways to cool subway platforms
The MTA is looking for cost-effective ways to cool subway stations in response to increasing heat due to climate change.
First Alert Weather: Red Alert for storms this Saturday
CBS New York's John Elliott has the latest weather forecast.
Farmingdale community shaken after deadly school bus crash
We've learned two adults were killed and five other people were critically injured when a school bus overturned Thursday on the way to a band camp in Pennsylvania. CBS New York's John Dias has reaction from the community.
NTSB to investigate deadly Farmingdale High School bus crash in Orange County
National safety investigators will join state police today as they continue to search for answers in the deadly school bus crash that killed two adults and left five people critically hurt. CBS New York's Doug Williams kicks off our team coverage this morning.
First Alert Forecast: CBS2 9/21/23 Nightly Weather
CBS New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for September 21 at 11 p.m.
