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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He wrote a letter, urging folks in his community to donate food to local pantries and churches, where food is in short supply.
With sports seasons put on hold this spring, coaches are coming up with creative ways to motivate their teams.
Dozens of celebrities shared their talents for a very special event.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy will have surgery next month to remove a tumor on his kidney, he announced on Saturday.
The church's assistant pastors says they're lucky if they get mail delivered three times a week.
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.
The Broadway show's Saturday matinee had to be canceled after someone used pepper spray inside the theater.
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.
There is big news for renters in the Big Apple. A new program is aiming to simplify the housing market, and ban broker fees.
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.
Legoland representative Matt Besterman says renaming the street is logical. It's a way to help tourists find the site.
A road rage incident turned violent in New Jersey, sending two men to the hospital.
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.
Police scoured the neighborhood, but the suspect got away. He has yet to be caught.
A 10-year-old girl in New Jersey is giving a whole new meaning to the term "whistleblower."
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.
Former President Donald Trump will hold a rally at New York City's Madison Square Garden on Oct. 27.
Preventing gun violence in New York took center stage Wednesday, with former Rep. Gabby Giffords in town for the announcement.
People in Red Hook, Brooklyn are renewing a push to bring express bus service to their community.
A lawsuit alleges that kids in need of special education programs often aren't going to school because New York City schools don't have the necessary resources.
Suffolk County officials say new penalties have been proposed for the drivers who take over busy intersections with dangerous stunts.
Former President Donald Trump will hold a rally at New York City's Madison Square Garden on Oct. 27.
Preventing gun violence in New York took center stage Wednesday, with former Rep. Gabby Giffords in town for the announcement.
People in Red Hook, Brooklyn are renewing a push to bring express bus service to their community.
A lawsuit alleges that kids in need of special education programs often aren't going to school because New York City schools don't have the necessary resources.
Suffolk County officials say new penalties have been proposed for the drivers who take over busy intersections with dangerous stunts.
Hurricane Milton is forecast to make landfall in Florida, and many across the Tri-State Area are wondering how to help.
A software glitch is being blamed for a misprinted mailing that could send voters in Stamford, Connecticut to the wrong polling site.
A chance of showers returns to the Tri-State Area early this week before spectacular weather takes over.
The weekend forecast looks perfect for fall fun around New York and New Jersey -- from apple picking, to leaf peeping and more.
Stew Leonard's is recalling dozens of Chocolate Chunk Banana Bread loaves that were sold at its Danbury location in Connecticut.
Aaron Rodgers on Wednesday addressed allegations he was involved in the Jets' firing of head coach Robert Saleh.
A geomagnetic storm is expected to trigger the northern lights, or aurora borealis, around NYC and New Jersey this week.
Hurricane Milton is forecast to make landfall in Florida, and many across the Tri-State Area are wondering how to help.
Justin Timberlake suddenly postponed Tuesday's show at the Prudential Center in Newark, citing an injury.
The American Dream mall in East Rutherford was evacuated Tuesday due to a suspicious vehicle. The vehicle was later deemed safe.
Suffolk County officials say new penalties have been proposed for the drivers who take over busy intersections with dangerous stunts.
A school bus company is under fire after a 5-year-old student was left at the wrong bus stop in East Meadow, Long Island.
Videos of illegal car racing meetups on Long Island are prompting calls for tougher penalties.
In New York, at times, a driver can be seriously impaired by a drug, and yet face no consequences.
Long Island homeowners hit by flooding in August have more time to apply for financial assistance, but they might not want to wait.
Former President Donald Trump will hold a rally at New York City's Madison Square Garden on Oct. 27.
Preventing gun violence in New York took center stage Wednesday, with former Rep. Gabby Giffords in town for the announcement.
Suffolk County officials say new penalties have been proposed for the drivers who take over busy intersections with dangerous stunts.
FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell said on Wednesday that the agency has a "layered approach" to staffing.
CBS News New York's Maurice DuBois had the opportunity to spend the day with New York Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado.
Carfentanil, a synthetic opioid 100 times more potent than fentanyl, has been seized on Long Island for the first time.
Brooklyn families are asking for answers after their loved ones died during childbirth at the city-run Woodhull Hospital.
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
New York state announced Monday that someone in Ulster County has died from eastern equine encephalitis, or EEE.
Parents of kids injured at birth due to medical malpractice say New York is denying their claims under the state's Medical Indemnity Fund, which promises lifelong health care.
Justin Timberlake suddenly postponed Tuesday's show at the Prudential Center in Newark, citing an injury.
Cissy Houston performed alongside superstar musicians like Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin.
The mother of Sean "Diddy" Combs released a statement Sunday defending her son against the federal charges and multiple allegations of sexual misconduct he is currently facing.
Christopher Ciccone spent most of his life in Madonna's shadow - as her back-up dancer, personal assistant, dresser, decorator, art director and tour director.
The writer famous for fairy-tale rom-coms is making her Broadway debut with "Left on Tenth," a play adapted from her bestselling memoir about a widow pursuing another chance at love, just when she is diagnosed with leukemia.
Aaron Rodgers on Wednesday addressed allegations he was involved in the Jets' firing of head coach Robert Saleh.
The Mets beat the Phillies on Tuesday in Game 3 of their NL Division Series. Game 4 is Wednesday at Citi Field.
The NY Jets have fired head coach Robert Saleh just five games into the season and after they lost to the Vikings in London.
Salvador Perez sparked a fourth-inning rally with a home run and the Royals beats the Yankees 4-2 in Game 2 of the ALDS on Monday.
Sabrina Ionescu scored 22 points, powering the Liberty to a 76-62 win over the Aces in Game 4 of WNBA semifinals.
People in Red Hook, Brooklyn are renewing a push to bring express bus service to their community.
New York officials announced a multi-million dollar investment in their fight against the opioid crisis in the Bronx.
Tomer Meir, 21, who survived the attack at the Nova Music Festival with his friends, shares his harrowing story.
These Brooklyn students formed a group to try to beat their own addictive behavior around technology.
East Harlem's Sendero Verde is setting a new standard in sustainability for affordable housing.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
Election Day is fast approaching and many communities are struggling to recruit poll workers. As CBS News New York's Nick Caloway reports, in Bergen County, New Jersey officials are turning to young people for help.
The Jets' quarterback spoke about Tuesday's shocking head coaching change and more on the "Pat McAfee Show" on Wednesday. CBS News New York's Otis Livingston reports.
People in Red Hook, Brooklyn are renewing a push to bring express bus service to their community. They've been advocating for the service for 30 years. CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger explains why they want to take advantage of a rare opportunity to make it happen.
Officials say more arrests are coming and new penalties have been proposed for the drivers who take over busy intersections with dangerous stunts. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
CBS News New York's Shosh Bedrosian got a firsthand look at the preparations in Fairfield County, Connecticut.
