Riders Alliance Holds Contest To Find The City's Worst Subway Commute
He said they'll be doing this every week until a funding solution for real subway fixes is passed at the state level.
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Flu Season Now As Bad As 2009 Swine Flu; Nassau County Reports Nearly 4,000 Confirmed Cases
This season started early and has been driven by a nasty type of flu that tends to put more people in the hospital and cause more deaths.
Long Island Man Accused Of Trafficking Over 350-Lbs Of Marijuana
A Long Island man has been accused of trafficking hundreds of pounds of marijuana.
Investigators Smuggle Drugs, Weapons Into 2 City Jails During Undercover Probe
A Department of Investigation probe has found gaping holes in security at city jails.
Fire In Perth Amboy Kills 2 Including 5-Year-Old Boy
The fire broke out around 3 a.m. Friday at a home on Commerce Street.
28-Year-Old Woman Struck By Stray Bullet In Queens
It happened around 7 a.m. at 41st Avenue and 10th Street in Long Island City.
Want A Divorce? Do-It-Yourself Online
Celebrity divorce lawyer Laura Wasser's new website aims to get couples divorced from their computers or tablets, without having to hire an attorney -- or ever set foot in a courthouse.
Councilman Wants Corner Named For Soldier Killed Saving Lives During Bronx Fire
Families affected by a deadly Bronx fire, are getting help from their fellow New Yorkers.
Massive Fire Guts Multiple Homes, Cars In Newark
The fire started around 3:30 a.m. Friday in a vacant structure on 9th Avenue and South 14th Street and then spread.
Jersey City Police Lieutenant Dies After Being Hit By Vehicle On NJ Turnpike
Lt. Christopher Robateau was on his way to work when he was involved in a minor crash with a large DHL truck. Officials said he got out of his car to help the other driver when he was struck by a pickup truck.
68-Year-Old Man Knocked Unconscious In Unprovoked Attack On East Harlem Sidewalk
The victim was attacked Friday afternoon while walking along Lexington Avenue near 117th Street in East Harlem.
ACS Teams Up With Experienced Detectives To Handle High-Risk Cases
Abuse and neglect of young children can sometimes result in death. Now, the Administration for Children's Services has a new protocol for handling high-risk cases.
Manslaughter Charge For Yonkers Man Accused Of Killing Teen With Car
Yonkers police have made an arrest in the death of a teen who was killed when a car jumped a sidewalk.
Children Of Slain NYPD Detective Move Into New Home In Time For Christmas
The children of slain NYPD Detective Miosotis Familia have moved into their new home just in time for Christmas.
Community Mourns Loss Of Mother, 3 Kids In Sheepshead Bay Fire
The fire broke out around 2:30 a.m. on East 14th Street in Sheepshead Bay.
Thieves Walk Out Of Niketown With $7,200 Crate Of Jordans
The NYPD has its gumshoes trying to find two men who walked out of Niketown with dozens of pairs of high-end sneakers.
Protesters Say Pornhub Promotes Sexual Violence Against Women
Women's rights groups and anti-human trafficking advocates spoke out against the Pornhub pop-up shop in SoHo.
Driver's Medical Issue May Have Caused Wild Lower Manhattan Crash
At least six people were hurt when a car ended up on a sidewalk after crashing into two other vehicles in Lower Manhattan.
After School Group Leader Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Bronx Middle School Student
Detectives early Thursday morning escorted 24-year-old Michael Jenkins from the Bronx special victims' unit into a waiting police car ahead of his arraignment.
Children Of Slain NYPD Detective Miosotis Familia Get New Home In Time For Christmas
The foundation created by the brothers of a firefighter killed on 9/11 has helped the children of a slain NYPD detective find a new home.
Rikers Correction Captains Accused Of Running Away After Inmate Sucker-Punches Colleague
Two correction captains are being accused of cowardice, after an inmate sucker-punched a colleague at Rikers Island.
Man Robbed Of Nearly $200,000 In The Bronx Says Money Was For Restaurant He's Opening In Manhattan
It happened last Tuesday morning inside a building near East 169th Street and Prospect Avenue as the victim was leaving his son's apartment.
NYPD Honors Officer Who 'Continues To Fight For His Life' After Being Dragged By Car In Brooklyn
Back in early June, Officer Dalsh Veve, a husband, father and nine-year veteran of the NYPD, was investigating reports of shots fired in Brooklyn when he was dragged by a stolen car and critically injured.
Weapons Seizures, Bronx School Stabbing Bring Renewed Calls For More Metal Detectors
There was more fallout Monday, from the fatal stabbing at a Bronx school.
'My Son Is Dead,' Mother Recalls Final Moments With Bronx Stabbing Victim
Her pain is unimaginable. A mother sent her son to school never thinking it was the last time she'd see him.
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Live Updates: Hurricane Ian strengthens to Category 3 on course for Florida
The storm on Tuesday battered Cuba with high winds and life-threatening storm surge, knocking out power to the island.
Carrasco struggles again, Mets fall into 1st-place tie
The Marlins closed out the Mets not long after the Braves completed an 8-2 victory over the Nationals.
All eyes on Aaron Judge as he chases Roger Maris' home run record
Yankees fans are on the edge of their seats as Aaron Judge chases the American League home run record.
Tracking Hurricane Ian: Get the latest on the storm's track and timing
Hurricane Ian continues to gain strength as it churns through the Gulf and takes aim at Florida.
Judge 4 walks, still at 60 HR; Yankees top Jays, win AL East
New York (95-59) secured a first-round bye and home-field advantage in the Division Series.
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All eyes on Aaron Judge as he chases Roger Maris' home run record
Yankees fans are on the edge of their seats as Aaron Judge chases the American League home run record.
Man wanted in deadly stabbing at Brooklyn smoke shop
They want to locate 42-year-old Edwin Pedroza.
2 teens, 2 adults injured in shooting at Queens playground
Sources tell CBS2 the victims were caught in the crossfire between opposing groups.
Bronx student poet honored at the White House
The First Lady welcomed five honorees from the 2022 National Student Poets Program, including Vidhatrie Keetha.
Gift of Life recipient returns to LI to thank doctors
The very first recipient of donated heart surgery on Long Island nearly 50 years ago returned from Uganda.
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Family of Conn. man paralyzed in police custody seeks $100M
Randy Cox has been paralyzed from the chest down since getting arrested by New Haven Police in June.
See it: Vapor trail from SpaceX launch visible up East Coast
SpaceX had a successful launch Saturday night, and people in the Tri-State Area saw the aftermath.
United States national parks offer free entry Saturday
The free day is in celebration of National Public Lands Day.
Tri-State lawmakers send message to Puerto Rico: help is on the way
Sen. Chuck Schumer says American politicians will make sure there is more money, along with accountability.
See it: Bear crashes 2-year-old's birthday party in Conn.
Video shows the large black bear making a beeline for a picnic table filled with food and devouring some cupcakes.
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Make-A-Wish Foundation helps NJ child become firefighter
Antonio, from Camden, marched with more than 100 firefighters before he became New Jersey's newest firefighter.
Floridians arrive in Tri-State Area before Hurricane Ian's expected wrath
As Ian moves past Cuba, leaving a path of destruction behind, it's gaining strength and has eyes on Tampa.
Authorities investigate shooting in West Orange, N.J.
Details have not yet been released, but the incident happened at the corner of Chestnut Street and Watson Avenue, just outside of a laundromat.
Struggle to find baby formula continues in Tri-State Area
Experts say shelves are less bare than they were at the peak of the shortage in May, but we are still in crisis.
Former New Jersey Gov. Jim Florio dies
The former amateur boxer and U.S. Navy officer served eight terms in Congress before becoming the 49th governor.
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Landlord charged with homicide in deadly Long Island fire
The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Gift of Life recipient returns to LI to thank doctors
The very first recipient of donated heart surgery on Long Island nearly 50 years ago returned from Uganda.
Hochul pledges $10 million grant for Long Island medical research
The grant will be awarded to the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research of Northwell Health.
NWS: Tornado touched down on Long Island during storms
The treacherous weather first burst on a West Islip neighborhood before traveling across Suffolk County.
1 dead, 1 seriously hurt after fire at home in Hempstead
Officials said five other adults and two children managed to get out uninjured.
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Mayor Adams calls trip to Puerto Rico and the DR an eye opener
He says Americans need to see how other parts of the world live to get a better understanding of the situation.
Former New Jersey Gov. Jim Florio dies
The former amateur boxer and U.S. Navy officer served eight terms in Congress before becoming the 49th governor.
Sen. Chuck Schumer warns about dangers of "rainbow fentanyl"
The Senate majority leader is calling for an additional $290 million in funding to help in the fight.
"The Point with Marcia Kramer:" Crime and congestion pricing in N.Y. governor's race
CBS2's Political Reporter Marcia Kramer dives into both issues with the Brooklyn DA and MTA chairman.
Debate on number of debates heats up in N.Y. gubernatorial race
Republican Lee Zeldin wants several, but Gov. Kathy Hochul says she'll do one and he can take it or leave it.
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Gift of Life recipient returns to LI to thank doctors
The very first recipient of donated heart surgery on Long Island nearly 50 years ago returned from Uganda.
Hochul pledges $10 million grant for Long Island medical research
The grant will be awarded to the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research of Northwell Health.
Back-to-school stress can be a headache for some students
Researchers found children between the ages of 5-18 years old suffer more headaches in the fall.
Panel recommends doctors screen patients for anxiety
Health experts hope annual screenings will diagnose mental health issues and get patients the help they need.
Woman meets blood donor who helped save her life
Honoring Sickle Cell Awareness Month, a woman got to meet the blood donor who helped save her life.
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Photoshoot offers sneak peek of new Broadway musical "Almost Famous"
The semi-autobiographic story is based on the 2001 movie of a teenage music journalist traveling with a rock band.
Global Citizen Live concert held in Central Park on Saturday
Metallica, Mariah Carey and the Jonas Brothers are headlining the festival.
"1776" Broadway revival reimagines America's Founding Fathers
This diverse cast revives a Broadway classic with a twist on the Founding Fathers hammering out the Declaration of Independence.
94.7 the Block about to celebrate 1-year anniversary
It's the new station to turn to if you love a good throwback from the 1990s into the early 2000s.
Harry Styles wraps up 15-show sold-out residency at MSG
Fans are trying to find a way into the Garden to be part of history, marking his 15th consecutive show.
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Carrasco struggles again, Mets fall into 1st-place tie
The Marlins closed out the Mets not long after the Braves completed an 8-2 victory over the Nationals.
All eyes on Aaron Judge as he chases Roger Maris' home run record
Yankees fans are on the edge of their seats as Aaron Judge chases the American League home run record.
Judge 4 walks, still at 60 HR; Yankees top Jays, win AL East
New York (95-59) secured a first-round bye and home-field advantage in the Division Series.
Daboll: Giants receiver Shepard tears ACL in left knee
Veteran not ruled out for the rest of the season, but it generally takes a year to recover such an injury.
CeeDee Lamb's 1-handed TD catch leads Cowboys over Giants
Saquon Barkley had a scoring run and Graham Gano kicked three field goals, but Dallas prevailed 23-16 on Monday
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Rudy's Hobby & Art: Astoria's supplier of trains, crafts, and memories
"There's fewer and fewer hobby stores left, and I'm one of the rare ones," owner Marvin Cochran told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Savant Studios: A Bed-Stuy boutique where design is personal
"Everything in here just tells a story," owner Michael Graham told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Deno's Wonder Wheel: Coney Island's family-owned ferris wheel spins for over a century
"For me, the Wonder Wheel is the most romantic ride in the world," DJ Vourderis told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Hobby's Delicatessen: A historic family business endures in Newark
"There's nothing like a very busy lunchtime. It's like a symphony orchestra," co-owner Michael Brummer told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Jim's Shoe Repair: A family legacy on the Upper East Side since 1932
"We wouldn't be here 90 years if we didn't do the right thing by the people," owner Joe Rocco told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
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Remembering 9/11: Photos from the ceremony marking 21 years since the attacks
Families of loved ones who passed away in the task were joined by dignitaries as they marked 21 years since the terror attacks that changed New York and the world forever.
All eyes on Serena Williams at the 2022 US Open
All eyes were on Serena Williams at the 2022 US Open in Flushing, Queens.
Remembering Olivia Newton-John through the years
Beloved singer, songwriter and actress Olivia Newton-John died Monday morning at 73.
Remembering Ivana Trump through the years
Ivana Trump passed away in her New York home at age 73.
New York City Pride March draws crowd of thousands
Thousands came out for the 2022 New York City Pride March through Manhattan on Sunday.
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First Alert Forecast: CBS2 9/27 Nightly Weather at 11PM
CBS2's John Elliott has your weather forecast for September 27 at 11 p.m.
Over 2.5M Florida residents urged to evacuate to escape Hurricane Ian
More than 2.5 million Floridians are urged to evacuate right now, and their window of time is running out. Jason Allen reports for CBS2.
Florida residents arrive at Newark Liberty Airport
As Floridians flee Hurricane Ian, many are arriving in the Tri-State Area.
Bronx residents question officials about Orchard Beach migrant center
People living near Orchard Beach had the chance Tuesday night to ask questions about the facility being built there for migrants, and many of them didn't hold back. CBS2's Tim McNicholas was at the tense meeting in the Bronx.
4 hurt in shootout at Queens playground
An evening at a Queens park was cut short Tuesday night because of a shootout. Four people were hurt, and the suspects are still on the run. CBS2's Alecia Reid reports.
