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"I used this emergency S.O.S. on my phone and it made a siren sound," Maxwell Wesslock said.
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"I used this emergency S.O.S. on my phone and it made a siren sound," Maxwell Wesslock said.
The dilemma parents are running into is how to stay connected with their kids, without getting them hooked on tech too soon.
How does $1,000 sound? It could be yours if you're willing to swap your smartphone with a flip phone for a week.
Elana Mugdan is taking on VitaminWater's "No Smartphone" for a year contest.
Could you go a day without your smartphone? How about a week? A month?
Making your child wait to get a smartphone could feel impossible, but it might be a huge relief, and many parents are doing it.
There is a health alert for people addicted to texting on their smartphone, which pretty much means almost everyone under the age of 30.
A child in East Flatbush, Brooklyn suffered from serious burns after a smartphone caught fire in his hand over the weekend.
Advocates are speaking out against a police union-backed initiative, and other sites which prompt New Yorkers to post pictures of the city's homeless online.
Baby monitors are supposed to be your eyes and ears when you aren't in the same room as your child, but hackers could use them to look into your life.
A bracelet loaded with pepper spray is a fashion accessory that can come in handy during a life threatening emergency.
You better think twice the next time you look at your smartphone, because you could be doing some serious damage to your spine.
You may want to think twice before tossing your old smartphone. Just because you deleted information, your old data may not be gone forever.
Use your smartphone to truly maximize your holiday shopping. From coupon finders to shopping lists, these apps have everything you need to get the best savings.
We have all been told about the problems of distracted teenage drivers. Now, a new report finds that phones can also lead to accidents when teens are walking.
We use our smartphones for just about everything. But soon, they may be a think of the past.
Swim season is in full swing, but taking your eyes off of your children for even a second can lead to tragedy.
The event gives industry insiders a chance to check out the latest and greatest gadgets and electronics.
Some apps can be lifesavers, but others can be time wasters that leave you disconnected from the world.
While fewer bags are being lost by the airlines these days, people are still stealing them! Which is why Air France and KLM have spent the last year developing two gadgets that help prevent luggage from being lifted.
It's no secret that many people are attached to their smartphones to the point that they almost can't live without them. Now, technology has enabled smartphones to direct the way that people live.
Children trying to get their parents' attention have some serious competition. You could call it "distracted parenting," when mom and dad pay more attention to their smartphone than their kids.
A blaring AMBER Alert alarm on smartphones woke up people early Friday morning in New Jersey. The alert was issued around 6:45 a.m. after two children were abducted Thursday night more than 100 miles away in Lancaster, Penn.
Discovering the secret to a good night's sleep can mean something different for everybody.
CNet technology editor Bridget Carey highlights some of the best apps to use while getting your holiday shopping done.
The 18-year-old suspect faces a first-degree murder charge and has pleaded not guilty. Authorities continue to investigate the possibility of hate crime and terrorism charges.
Police say the 25-year-old was simply doing his job when a patient turned on him on the way to a hospital on Staten Island.
Republicans argued that the plan didn't force federal agencies to look for formula that could be redirected to U.S. homes immediately.
A Brooklyn bishop who has spent years helping his community is now begging for help himself. He's asking for someone to make repairs on his church.
Three-time Cy Young winner took himself out of Wednesday's game against St. Louis in the 6th inning.
The Abbott Nutrition formula plant in Michigan will re-open, pending safety upgrades and certifications.
The maximum rebate is $250 for up to three children.
Harold Rasbin allegedly sped away before crashing into another car, losing control and hitting several pedestrians.
Signs of infection in birds include decreased appetite and egg production, coughing and lethargy.
Three-time Cy Young winner took himself out of Wednesday's game against St. Louis in the 6th inning.
Police say the 25-year-old was simply doing his job when a patient turned on him on the way to a hospital on Staten Island.
The 18-year-old suspect faces a first-degree murder charge and has pleaded not guilty. Authorities continue to investigate the possibility of hate crime and terrorism charges.
The walkout follows the leak earlier this month of a draft Supreme Court opinion suggesting the court will overturn Roe vs. Wade.
Police want your help finding a man they say sexually assaulted a boy and a young man in the Bronx this month.
The maximum rebate is $250 for up to three children.
Company Mars Wrigley says there's a chance some of those items may have been contaminated with thin metal strands.
The pandemic relief fund passed by Democrats provides $350 billion directly to cities, counties and states.
Formula is more than 40 percent out of stock in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and 27 other states.
A typical year generates about 14 named storms. Experts are forecasting anywhere from 17-19 named storms this year.
Harold Rasbin allegedly sped away before crashing into another car, losing control and hitting several pedestrians.
Signs of infection in birds include decreased appetite and egg production, coughing and lethargy.
New Jersey's acting AG adds that this initiative is a "crucial next step" in improving community-police relations.
The bear eventually did come down and tried to make a getaway by climbing over a fence.
Officials say Levi Caverly and his sister were digging a hole with Frisbees when they became buried in the sand.
Another place in Deer Park was also raided. The investigation started after complaints over multiple code violations.
For 25 years, the nonprofit has splashed walls of burn units, treatment centers and special needs camps.
Adrian McCall showed CBS2 swaths of scrapes after a neighbor on a bike slammed into him.
There were prayers for Buffalo, for peace and for equality in Hempstead, where the hatred was answered with unity.
Gilbert's disappearance led to the discovery of ten bodies along Ocean Parkway near Gilgo Beach, Long Island.
"I am proud to assure them that they have the full, total, complete backing of the United States of America," the president said.
New Jersey's acting AG adds that this initiative is a "crucial next step" in improving community-police relations.
Gillibrand says some states only have about half the formula they would normally have on store shelves.
Suppliers will be required to give resources to infant formula plants before sending to other customers.
Rep. Tom Suozzi called her a hypocrite, charging that when she was in Congress she was a big supporter of the NRA.
Health officials are investigating cases of monkeypox in the United States and overseas. The first case in the U.S. was detected in a Massachusetts man. Dr. Mallika Marshall reports for CBS2.
A patient at Massachusetts General Hospital has been diagnosed with monkeypox.
Health officials in Massachusetts have confirmed a rare case of monkeypox.
Mayor Eric Adams says he does not intend to restore indoor mask mandates in New York City, even as rising cases push the city into a high alert phase. CBS2's Tony Aiello has more on how the mayor is defending his stance.
Adams said if the city moves into shutdown thoughts with every new variant, it is not going to function properly.
CBS2's Dana Tyler led the conversation with Daniel Craig and Tony nominee Ruth Negga at the Longacre Theatre.
Fans apparently offered students hundreds of dollars to snag a ticket.
CBS announced its 2022-2023 primetime programming lineup of CBS Originals, featuring four new dramas and more.
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey have reimagined the iconic franchise, including the live show, products, and a behind-the-scenes documentary.
These announcements came as part of Upfront Week, one of the most exciting times for broadcast networks.
Three-time Cy Young winner took himself out of Wednesday's game against St. Louis in the 6th inning.
With two runners on, Scherzer threw a slider in the dirt and immediately motioned to the bench he was finished.
NYCFC has won five of its last six matches, while United (4-6-2) is winless in its last three.
Filip Chytil scored the first-period goal for the Rangers, while Igor Shesterkin finished with 24 saves.
Cole (4-0) allowed two runs and six hits with five strikeouts.
Multiple generations are working side-by-side to pursue a dream they didn't know they had.
"When you can say you've kept a customer, a loyal customer, for 60, 70, 80 years, through the generations, then you know that you've had a successful business," co-owner Lou Di Palo told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"I walk in here every day, and I feel the legacy of my family," fourth-generation owner Alice Goldberg told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"It doesn't really matter who you are. You're welcome here," co-owner Victorious De Costa told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
In pursuit of food and familiarity, many regulars have been coming back for decades.
Ten people were killed and three were injured in a mass shooting at a Buffalo supermarket on May 14, 2022.
This year's theme is Gilded Glamour, and the stars are dripping in opulence.
The Mets unveiled the long-awaited Tom Seaver statue before their sold-out home opener at Citi Field on April 15, 2022.
Nearly two dozen people were injured in a shooting and smoke bomb attack aboard a Brooklyn subway Tuesday.
The Yankees opened the 2022 season with a walk-off win in extra innings against the Boston Red Sox.
The head of the Food and Drug Administration testified on Capitol Hill on Thursday, saying the nation's shortage of baby formula will start getting better within days; Debra Alfarone reports for CBS2.
Summit Police urged drivers to avoid parts of Route 24 on Thursday afternoon because of a multiple-vehicle accident. Dan Rice reports from Chopper 2.
Thursday on Capitol Hill, the Senate approved a humanitarian and military assistance package for Ukraine, and at the White House, President Biden hosted the leaders of Finland and Sweden, which want to join NATO; Natalie Brand reports for CBS2.
Health officials are investigating cases of monkeypox in the United States and overseas. The first case in the U.S. was detected in a Massachusetts man. Dr. Mallika Marshall reports for CBS2.
The man accused in the Buffalo mass shooting faced a judge Thursday. He's charged with killing ten people in a racially motivated attack. CBS2's Dick Brennan has the latest developments.