Stories From Main Street: Food Scrap Recycling Comes To Greenburgh
Orange peel, and old oatmeal with bits of toast make great compost. Food scrap recycling has come to Greenburgh.
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Black History Month Menu At NYU 'Inexcusably Insensitive'
A food vendor is in hot water over a racially insensitive menu at New York University.
Yonkers City Council Calls For Eliminating I-87 Toll
The City of Yonkers has had it with drivers clogging its streets trying to avoid the Interstate 87 toll near the boundary with Greenburgh.
First Funerals Held For Victims Of Florida School Shooting
At the first funeral for a victim of the Florida high school shooting, mourners packed the Star of David chapel on Friday to remember 14-year-old Alyssa Alhadeff.
Former Harlem Teacher, Twin Brother Accused Of Bomb-Making Plot
Two twin brothers from the Bronx, one of them a former teacher, were arrested by federal authorities Thursday in an alleged bomb-making plot.
Leonia To Get Friendlier Signs Banning GWB Shortcut Seekers
A New Jersey town that recently banned nonresident drivers from using its side streets as a shortcut to the busy George Washington Bridge will replace imposing "Do Not Enter'' signs with more welcoming versions.
New Jersey Gov. Murphy Plans To Get Tough On Gun Control
New Jersey's gun laws are getting tougher with Gov. Phil Murphy vowing to sign measures that were previously blocked by former Gov. Chris Christie.
Task Force Launched To Deal With Teen Violence In New Rochelle
An independent task force will look into problems of teen violence and student safety in New Rochelle.
Health Department: 5-Year-Old Brooklyn Girl Died Of The Flu
The city's health department confirmed Monday that a 5-year-old girl from Brooklyn died of the flu over the weekend. She is the fourth child to die from the virus in the city this season.
Stories From Main Street: N.J. Girls' Basketball Coach Remains Humble After Historic 1,000 Wins
Jeff Jasper made history as a buzzer went off last week, becoming the first New Jersey girls' high school basketball coach to notch 1,000 victories.
Police Charge Driver In Yonkers Wrong-Way Crash
Police say the driver was headed southbound in the northbound lanes on the Bronx River Parkway when he collided with a car carrying six people.
AAA Says Drowsy Driving To Blame In Nearly 10 Percent Of Accidents
Drowsy driving causes eight times more accidents than previously thought, according to a new study from AAA.
Book Backlog Grows As New Jersey Libraries Deal With Delivery Troubles
Cindy Seasack, interim head of the Bergen County Cooperative Library System, says interlibrary loans are held up while the nonprofit that orchestrates the transfers looks for a new delivery company.
Westchester County Sues Drug Makers Over Opioid Crisis
Westchester County has filed a lawsuit against opioid manufacturers to recover damages for the use of public resources to fight the opioid epidemic.
Federal Investigators Eyeing Switch In Deadly South Carolina Amtrak Train Crash
The New York-to-Miami passenger train struck a freight train early Sunday morning, killing a conductor and an engineer and injuring more than 100 passengers.
Stories From Main Street: A Success Story Sacred Heart High School In Yonkers
After nearly a century of service, Sacred Heart High School in Yonkers was on the brink not so long ago. Thanks to an alumnus and a new leadership team, the school has made a major comeback.
Town Considers Closing Railroad Crossing 3 Years After Deadly Metro-North Crash
Saturday marks three years since a Metro-North train slammed into an SUV and burst into flames at a crossing in Valhalla, killing six people.
Officials: Part Of Campus Causing Trouble For Westchester Community Will Be Shutting Its Doors
A state-regulated facility has become a big local problem for one Westchester County town.
Malloy: Reinstate Highway Tolls, Raise Gas Tax For Transportation Fund
Connecticut Gov. Dannel P. Malloy is proposing reinstating highway tolls and increasing the state gas tax to pay for improvements and maintenance to roads and bridges.
Connecticut Governor Pitches Highway Tolls, Gas Tax Increase
Connecticut Gov. Dannel P. Malloy has proposed reinstating highway tolls and increasing the state gas tax by 7 cents to help pay for improvements and maintenance to roads and bridges.
Thieves Breaking Into Unlocked Cars In Westchester County
The warnings come up over and over again, yet people continue to leave their cars unlocked.
Stories From Main Street: Chief John Murray Engages Special Needs Children About Fire Safety
A 50-year veteran fire chief and safety instructor is doing his part to make sure fire safety and prevention training is accessible to everyone – especially some children he says are too often "abandoned."
New Jersey Man Launches Petition To Raise Garden State Parkway Speed Limit
Twenty years ago, the state bumped up the speed limit on parts of the Parkway from 55 mph to 65 mph. Now, a Lakewood man wants to see it go up by another 10 mph.
New Markers Coming To Make Fire Hydrants Stand Out In Stamford
Fire hydrants in Stamford, Connecticut are getting new markers to make them more visible.
Official: Mail Service In Westchester County Is 'Horrendous'
Complaints about the U.S. Postal Service are piling up in parts of Westchester County.
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Bald eagles making a big comeback in Centerport, Long Island
The birds have become so well-loved in Centerport, the town proclaimed Sept 25th as "Bald Eagles of Centerport Day."
Sen. Menendez to speak out after indictment on bribery charges
The Democrat will appear at an 11:30 a.m. press conference in Hudson County, where he started his political career. It comes as members of his own party are calling on him to step down.
Ophelia's remnants make for rainy, windy Monday commute
CBS New York's John Dias is live in Mobile 2 checking on road conditions around New Jersey.
Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
Jackpot for Monday night's Powerball drawing rises to $785 million, fourth largest in history
The jackpot is now the fourth largest in the history of the Powerball game.
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Ophelia's remnants make for rainy, windy Monday commute
CBS New York's John Dias is live in Mobile 2 checking on road conditions around New Jersey.
Jackpot for Monday night's Powerball drawing rises to $785 million, fourth largest in history
The jackpot is now the fourth largest in the history of the Powerball game.
Bronx residents protest possibility of former college building to be used as migrant shelter
Bronx residents gathered in Riverdale Sunday evening, protesting the possibility of a former Manhattan College building being turned into a shelter for asylum seekers.
The Point: Rep. Mike Lawler on asylum seekers, government shutdown and more
Rep. Mike Lawler is a freshman congressman with a lot on his plate. He spoke with Marcia Kramer about the possibility of a government shutdown and much more.
Baruch College ranked top value of any university nationwide
Baruch College ranked number one on the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2024 survey for having the best value of any university nationwide.
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First Alert Forecast: Yellow Alert Sunday as Ophelia's remnants soak our area
While what Ophelia delivers won't be as intense as what was seen on Saturday, it's enough to warrant a Yellow Alert for all of Sunday.
Ophelia downgraded to Tropical Depression
As Ophelia slowly moves north, effects will still be felt across our area through Sunday.
First Alert Weather: Red Alert as Topical Storm Ophelia heads toward NYC
Friday we'll see increasing clouds ahead of the storm that will likely impact your Saturday plans. Stick with CBS New York for the latest forecast and weather alerts.
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.
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Sen. Menendez to speak out after indictment on bribery charges
The Democrat will appear at an 11:30 a.m. press conference in Hudson County, where he started his political career. It comes as members of his own party are calling on him to step down.
Ophelia's remnants make for rainy, windy Monday commute
CBS New York's John Dias is live in Mobile 2 checking on road conditions around New Jersey.
Four displaced after fire on Main St. in South River, New Jersey
A fire along Main St. in South River, New Jersey left two families, and four people displaced Sunday evening.
First Alert Forecast: Yellow Alert Sunday as Ophelia's remnants soak our area
While what Ophelia delivers won't be as intense as what was seen on Saturday, it's enough to warrant a Yellow Alert for all of Sunday.
Ophelia downgraded to Tropical Depression
As Ophelia slowly moves north, effects will still be felt across our area through Sunday.
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Bald eagles making a big comeback in Centerport, Long Island
The birds have become so well-loved in Centerport, the town proclaimed Sept 25th as "Bald Eagles of Centerport Day."
First Alert Forecast: Yellow Alert Sunday as Ophelia's remnants soak our area
While what Ophelia delivers won't be as intense as what was seen on Saturday, it's enough to warrant a Yellow Alert for all of Sunday.
Ophelia downgraded to Tropical Depression
As Ophelia slowly moves north, effects will still be felt across our area through Sunday.
Long Island's first Ironman Triathlon held despite rain, wind
Not only did participants have to swim, bike and run, they also had to compete with Mother Nature.
Long Island bracing for floods from Tropical Storm Ophelia
The Long Beach Boardwalk was mostly empty Saturday morning and the surf intensified as the huge storm got nearer.
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Sen. Menendez to speak out after indictment on bribery charges
The Democrat will appear at an 11:30 a.m. press conference in Hudson County, where he started his political career. It comes as members of his own party are calling on him to step down.
The Point: Rep. Mike Lawler on asylum seekers, government shutdown and more
Rep. Mike Lawler is a freshman congressman with a lot on his plate. He spoke with Marcia Kramer about the possibility of a government shutdown and much more.
Ocasio-Cortez says New Jersey's Menendez should resign after indictment
"I think the situation is quite unfortunate, but I do believe that it is in the best interest for Sen. Menendez to resign in this moment," Ocasio-Cortez told "Face the Nation."
Rep. Andy Kim to challenge Robert Menendez for Senate seat
New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez and his wife were indicted Friday, accused of accepting lavish bribes in exchange for official acts.
Sen. Menendez's indictment shakes up NJ political landscape
Menendez and his wife are accused of taking thousands of dollars in cash and gold bars in exchange for official acts.
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New freezing treatments used to fight prostate cancer
Doctors use new imaging tools to more precisely isolate the cancer, then they freeze the area.
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.
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Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
Usher to headline Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
Usher will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas on Feb. 11, 2024.
Thousands brave the rain to attend Global Citizen Festival
The festival advocates for equality across various global campaigns.
Global Citizen Festival returns to Central Park for 11th year
The show will go on rain or shine, but grab a good raincoat or poncho because umbrellas are not allowed.
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.
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Yankees miss playoffs for first time since 2016 with windy 7-1 loss to Diamondbacks
The New York Yankees missed the playoffs for the first time since 2016, getting mathematically eliminated with a 7-1 loss Sunday to the Arizona Diamondbacks as Zac Gallen pitched six innings and got his 17th win.
Patriots beat Jets 15-10 to extend their winning streak to 15 straight over New York
Mac Jones threw a touchdown pass, Matt Judon had a late safety and the New England Patriots extended their winning streak over the New York Jets to 15 games with an ugly 15-10 victory.
Usher to headline Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
Usher will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas on Feb. 11, 2024.
Red Bulls beat DC United 5-3 in 101st meeting
New York won consecutive games in the series for the first time since a three-match run in 2017-18.
Harper sparks Phillies to come-from-behind win over Mets
Quintana (3-6) gave up six runs — five earned runs — and eight hits in six innings with a season-high 10 strikeouts.
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NYPD data appears to show racial disparities in traffic stops
The NYCLU obtained this information through litigation against the NYPD.
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.
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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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FDNY loses same number to 9/11-related illnesses as day of attack
The FDNY marks a grim milestone today, as officials say the department has lost the same number of members to 9/11-related illnesses as it did on the day of the attack.
First Alert Weather: Yellow Alert for Ophelia's remnants
CBS New York's John Elliott has the latest weather forecast.
Happening Today: Sen. Bob Menendez to speak out after bribery indictment
The Democrat will appear at an 11:30 a.m. press conference in Union City, Hudson County, where he started his political career. As CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook reports, it comes as members of his own party are calling on him to step down.
First Alert Weather: Ophelia's remnants continue for Monday commute
The remnants of Tropical Storm Ophelia continue to soak the Northeast, including here in our area for the morning commute. CBS New York's John Dias is live in Mobile 2 checking on road conditions around New Jersey.
Growing calls for Senator Bob Menendez to resign after indictment on bribery charges
Growing calls for Senator Bob Menendez to resign after indictment on bribery charges
