Suffolk County officers accused of firing rifles into woods
Sources tell CBS2 numerous rounds were fired in East Shoreham on Aug. 3. A neighbor reported shots fired to 911.
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Suffolk County officers accused of firing rifles into woods
CBS2 has learned that two Suffolk County police officers are suspended for allegedly shooting semi-automatic rifles into the woods near a residential neighborhood.
Suffolk County cops investigating alleged Girl Scout cookies scam
One victim said he is not concerned not about the missing cookies, but, rather, the child's welfare.
Suffolk County cracking down on ATVs and dirt bikes
The new crackdown includes cash rewards for information that leads to an illegal vehicle.
Suffolk County Police announce series of drug busts
Investigators say officers took 1,000 grams of cocaine, more than 650 grams of fentanyl, and eight illegal guns off the streets.
Suffolk police announce series of drug busts
Police say they were able to get 1,000 grams of cocaine, more than 650 grams of fentanyl and eight illegal guns off the street as part of nine targeted narcotics investigations.
Sweeping police reform plan aims to address alleged racism on Long Island
There's a sweeping police reform plan on Long Island to address alleged racism in policing. The new Suffolk County Police Commissioner told CBS2's Jennifer McLogan that transparency is the way to build trust.
Police: Marc Dern Faces Manslaughter Charge In Death Of Kevin Somers In East Hampton
An East Hampton man faces manslaughter charges after police say "an altercation" resulted in a death in his home.
Suffolk County Police Officer Reunites With Mother, Baby He Helped Deliver On Christmas Eve
On Christmas Eve in Ridge, Officer Kyle Negrin responded to call for a woman in a car going into labor.
Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney Harrison On Gilgo Beach Murders: 'We Will Not Rest Until We Bring Those Accountable To Justice'
New to the job, Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney Harrison is already promising victims' families his commitment to the case.
Suffolk County Passes Police Reforms, Including Widespread Use Of Body Cameras For Over Half Of 2,400-Member Force
It took Suffolk County eight long months of back-and-forth with its police unions and community members to finally get it passed.
Suffolk County Police Officer Arrested, Accused Of Failing To Respond To Calls
The incidents that he failed to respond to include three separate requests for emergency response, one involving a 90-year-old woman.
Latino Suffolk County Police Detective Files $35 Million Lawsuit Against Department Over Alleged Discrimination
He alleges his promotions were blocked five times based on his Dominican heritage, not his qualifications, including when the chief's nephew was hired over him with a huge pay increase.
New Report Shows Long Island's Police Departments Are Still Overwhelmingly White Despite Efforts To Diversify Ranks
Under the Justice Department's supervision, the 40-year effort to increase minority representation helped change Nassau and Suffolk police forces from 95% white to about 85% white.
2 Men Rescued From Sinking Sailboat In Fire Island Pines Harbor
Police say the boat's lines broke and were being smashed against the dock and other boats.
Remains Of Woman Reported Missing In 2014 Discovered In Mastic Beach
Suffolk County Police say a cleaning crew found a body near Washington Drive in Mastic Beach on May 2.
NYPD: Takim Newson Dragged Officer During Traffic Stop, Later Broke Into An Apartment, Stole Another Vehicle
The NYPD tweeted video of the incident, which happened Friday morning.
Police: Man Stole $500 Worth Of Shrimp And Beer From Long Island Supermarket
He was caught on surveillance video loading up his shopping cart.
Man Suing Suffolk County Police Over Alleged Civil Rights Violations After Violent Arrest
Two officers have been suspended without pay and are being investigated by the Suffolk District Attorney's Office.
6 Suffolk County Police Officers Facing Disciplinary Action Following Violent Arrest
In body cam video, officers can be seen kicking suspect Christopher Cruz, who police say led them on a chase last week while driving a stolen Jeep.
Long Island Man Facing Murder Charges, Accused Of Setting Body On Fire
Officers were sent to a home on Mastic Boulevard West in Shirley around 2:30 a.m. Saturday of a report for a fire in a backyard.
Police: Someone's Setting Dangerous Traps For Dirt Bikers And ATV Riders In Sag Harbor
Police say someone is tying hunter green parachute cords to trees across the nature trails in Sag Harbor, apparently targeting people on dirt bikes and ATVs.
Police Release Identity Of Victim In Gilgo Beach Homicide Investigation
Valerie Mack, born in 1976 two days shy of the U.S. bicentennial, was 24 years old when she disappeared.
Police Identify Remains In Gilgo Beach Homicide Investigation
The previously unidentified woman's remains were found in two areas of Long Island, more than 40 miles and a decade apart.
Police: Thanksgiving Road Rage Attacker Stabs Driver On Long Island, Still On The Run
Detectives with the Suffolk County Police Department say the suspect was driving erratically on Wading River Road in Manorville; trying to pass other vehicles Thursday afternoon.
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2 suspects in custody in death of taxi driver Kutin Gyimah
Police released surveillance video that appears to show five suspects beating the taxi driver.
Former Trump Org. exec pleads guilty to fraud, agrees to testify against company
Weisselberg's deal with prosecutors calls for a sentence of five months in New York's Rikers Island jail, followed by five years' probation.
Rockland County limits lawn watering amid drought conditions
Additionally, water won't be served in restaurants unless customers request it.
Judge says part of Trump search affidavit could "presumptively be unsealed"
Media companies' attorneys are trying to convince a federal magistrate judge to make public the affidavit supporting the warrant that allowed FBI agents to search Trump's Florida estate last week.
Fire tears through former resort site that inspired "Dirty Dancing"
Grossinger's was once among the most storied and glamorous hotels in New York's Catskills.
Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson settles for 11-game suspension
The quarterback will pay a $5 million fine instead of missing the season.
White House: 1.8M monkeypox vaccine doses available Monday
The Biden administration's monkeypox response coordinator said 1.8 million more doses will be available for jurisdictions next week.
Gov. Murphy vows to kill congestion pricing if N.J. drivers forced to pay twice
"If we have to, we've got options, which I don't want to use, but we can use through the Port Authority," Murphy said.
Man on e-bike accused of sexually assaulting women in Manhattan
Police said the man sexually assaulted at least three women since May.
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Fire tears through former resort site that inspired "Dirty Dancing"
Grossinger's was once among the most storied and glamorous hotels in New York's Catskills.
White House: 1.8M monkeypox vaccine doses available Monday
The Biden administration's monkeypox response coordinator said 1.8 million more doses will be available for jurisdictions next week.
Man on e-bike accused of sexually assaulting women in Manhattan
Police said the man sexually assaulted at least three women since May.
Rushdie stabbing suspect Hadi Matar due in Chautauqua County Court
Rushdie is recovering from serious injuries at a Pennsylvania hospital and has been speaking with investigators.
New Yorkers fear rent is becoming unattainable
With the cost of living steadily rising all year, what would it take for New Yorkers to leave?
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Connecticut launches program to help residents find jobs
CareerConneCT is a network of 19 job training programs meant to help some of the state's 67,000 unemployed workers.
Some essential workers in Connecticut may be eligible for financial relief
Workers can receive up to $1,000 from the Premium Pay Program.
Connecticut launches reproductive rights website and hotline
The services were launched in the wake of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Conn. education plan addresses health care worker shortage
It will offer tuition assistance to incentivize low-income and minority students to enter accelerated programs.
Connecticut man finds bear eating in his kitchen
Bill Priest, of West Hartford, walked into his kitchen Sunday and found the intruder.
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Rushdie stabbing suspect Hadi Matar due in Chautauqua County Court
Rushdie is recovering from serious injuries at a Pennsylvania hospital and has been speaking with investigators.
NJ lawmakers introduce bill to prevent LIV Golf tournaments
The LIV tournament that played in Bedminster in July was backed by Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund.
Nearly a dozen humpback whales spotted in Hudson River
The whales were not alone. Several dolphins were also spotted swimming near the whales.
Masks required indoors at Rutgers University this fall
Masks are not required at indoor events, but attendees will need proof of vaccination or a negative PCR test.
NJ councilperson accused in hit-and-run pressured to resign
Jersey City councilperson at-large Amy DeGise is accused in a hit-and-run, and the whole thing was caught on video.
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Massapequa Philharmonic honors champion Little League team
The Massapequa Coast will play in the Little League World Series on Friday night.
L.I. twins heading to college, defying doctors' diagnoses
Even though the twins still have their medical hurdles, they're proving it's possible to overcome the odds.
Judge sentences Roosevelt man in fatal stabbing of Roman Catholic deacon
Pat Logsdon ran a transitional house for homeless men with a criminal past, when he was brutally killed in 2017.
New York Comedy Festival returning in November
The festival runs Nov. 7-13 at various locations in all five boroughs, plus one show at UBS Arena in Nassau County.
Suffolk County officers accused of firing rifles into woods
Sources tell CBS2 numerous rounds were fired in East Shoreham on Aug. 3. A neighbor reported shots fired to 911.
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Judge says part of Trump search affidavit could "presumptively be unsealed"
Media companies' attorneys are trying to convince a federal magistrate judge to make public the affidavit supporting the warrant that allowed FBI agents to search Trump's Florida estate last week.
Former Trump Org. exec pleads guilty to fraud, agrees to testify against company
Weisselberg's deal with prosecutors calls for a sentence of five months in New York's Rikers Island jail, followed by five years' probation.
NJ lawmakers introduce bill to prevent LIV Golf tournaments
The LIV tournament that played in Bedminster in July was backed by Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund.
Zeldin accepts CBS2's fall gubernatorial debate invitation
Last week, he told CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer he's ready to debate Gov. Kathy Hochul anytime, any place.
NY delegation stands to lose seniority, strength in Congress
No matter the outcome, the redrawing of district lines means New York will likely lose power and experience in D.C.
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White House: 1.8M monkeypox vaccine doses available Monday
The Biden administration's monkeypox response coordinator said 1.8 million more doses will be available for jurisdictions next week.
Masks required indoors at Rutgers University this fall
Masks are not required at indoor events, but attendees will need proof of vaccination or a negative PCR test.
New York launches back-to-school COVID vaccination campaign
The statewide #VaxToSchool campaign aims to increase COVID-19 vaccination rates among school-aged children.
NYC Health + Hospitals expands wastewater surveillance
Starting next week, the program will expand to include testing of hospital wastewater for polio and monkeypox.
CDC director announces shake-up of the organization, citing COVID mistakes
The head of the nation's top public health agency is shaking up the organization with the goal of making it more nimble.
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Fire tears through former resort site that inspired "Dirty Dancing"
Grossinger's was once among the most storied and glamorous hotels in New York's Catskills.
Solange Knowles composes original score for NYC Ballet
Knowles says her score will be performed by the New York City Ballet orchestra and choreographed by Gianna Reisen.
New York Comedy Festival returning in November
The festival runs Nov. 7-13 at various locations in all five boroughs, plus one show at UBS Arena in Nassau County.
Academy apologizes to Sacheen Littlefeather
In 1973, Littlefeather represented Marlon Brando at the Oscars, declining his Best Actor award for "The Godfather."
Melissa Etheridge to play a dozen off-Broadway shows
"Melissa Etheridge: My Window - A Journey Through Life" will play a dozen performance at New World Stages off-Broadway on 50th Street starting Oct. 13.
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Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson settles for 11-game suspension
The quarterback will pay a $5 million fine instead of missing the season.
Donaldson hits walk-off slam in 10th, Yankees beat Rays
New York entered having lost three straight and 12 of 15.
Baty homers first time up in majors, Mets beat Braves
After taking a ball, Baty connected with a hanging curve on his very first swing in a New York uniform.
Jets' legend Klecko named finalist for Pro Football Hall of Fame
Star defensive lineman joins Chuck Howley, Ken Riley as senior candidates for 2023 Canton class
Arozarena's early homer sends Rays past skidding Yankees
The Yankees have lost 11 of 13 and are 8-17 since reaching the All-Star break at 64-28.
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Circo's Pastry Shop: Baking in Bushwick the old-fashioned way since 1945
"Our store is pretty much like a dinosaur," co-owner Anthony Pierdipino told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Zum Stammtisch: A taste of Germany in Glendale since 1972
"It's really traditional, old-school Bavarian," co-owner Werner Lehner told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Tula House: Greenpoint's immersive plant shop is a destination for discovery
"We want the common plants, but we really love the uncommon plants," co-owner Christan Summers told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Stanton Tailor Shop: A Lower East Side destination for the perfect fit
"It makes me feel good when the people go out and they feel confident in what they're wearing," owner Pablo Vargas told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Myers of Keswick: A British grocery store in the West Village offering 'comforts from home'
"I always like to describe it as a little taste of England," owner Jennifer Myers-Pulidore told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
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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.
Juneteenth celebrations held across New York City
Juneteenth celebrations took place across New York City on June 19.
Mermaid Parade returns to Coney Island for 40th anniversary
The famous Mermaid Parade returned to Coney Island on Saturday for its 40th anniversary.
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First Alert Weather: CBS2's 8/18 Thursday afternoon update
John Elliott has the Tri-State Area's updated First Alert forecast on CBS2 News at Noon.
Adams says outdoor dining program will continue with adjustments
The mayor urged New Yorkers to report unsightly outdoor dining sheds.
QB Deshaun Watson to serve 11-game suspension
Watson was accused of sexual misconduct by two dozen women while he played for the Houston Texans.
Ex-Trump Organization CFO pleads guilty to tax scheme
Allen Weisselberg very softly answered "Yes, Your Honor," when asked if each of the 15 charges he faced were true, CBS2's Alice Gainer reports.
White House says 1.8M monkeypox vaccine doses available Monday
HHS is also starting an initiative to distribute the vaccine at large events geared toward communities at the highest risk for monkeypox.
