N.J. swimmer dives into history books and gets ready for next chapter in her career
The young athlete told CBS News New York's Krystle Rich what pushes her to be the best in the pool.
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The young athlete told CBS News New York's Krystle Rich what pushes her to be the best in the pool.
According to city records, there were seven drowning deaths this summer at New York City beaches. That's the highest number of drowning deaths since 2019. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
Swim legend Katie Ledecky earned her 13th Olympic medal in the women's 4 x 200m freestyle relay on Thursday, making her the most decorated female U.S. Olympian of all time.
It's officially summer in New York City. Schools are out, and pools are open. Dozens of free public pools open across the city Thursday.
Long Island health officials say the beaches could have higher levels of bacteria because of storm water runoff from Monday's thunderstorms.
New Yorkers are getting ready to hit the beach this holiday weekend, but swimming will only be allowed in some areas. CBS New York's Christina Fan has what you need to know.
City beaches are ready to reopen for Memorial Day Weekend, but some sections will be closed due to a lifeguard shortage. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge has the details.
May is National Water Safety Month, which raises awareness about knowing safe practices around water. Mike Koleber, head coach and teacher at Nitro Swimming joins CBS New York to discuss.
Lifeguards took to their stands at 9 a.m. Friday at Field Six of Jones Beach, but not before changing the red flags to green ones, symbolizing it was safe to swim. CBS New York's John Dias was there and has the story.
Several area beaches are closed to swimming again today because of dangerous surf. CBS New York's John Dias has the latest from Jones Beach.
Beaches are closed for swimming and surfing because of dangerous rip currents.
The Greenwich Department of Health is reporting an uptick in cases involving swimmer's itch, which is a reaction caused by a parasite in the water.
The health department warns people against bathing at 18 beaches -- 14 on the county's North Shore and four on the South Shore.
We speak with an expert about how to stay safe when you're in the water.
People in the city now have a new way to stay cool this summer, and CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge checks out all the excitement for kids in Washington Heights.
Participants must sign up by noon Monday to enter into the lottery.
Every day this week CBS2 has covered stories about water safety. Our series continues with a look at the national lifeguard shortage and the impact on city beaches and pools. CBS2's Hannah Kliger reports.
As the heat of the summer creeps closer, we're taking a look at how the shortage has affected staffing at our city's beaches and pools. CBS2's Hannah Kliger has the story from Brooklyn.
As summer rolls in, beaches are starting to fill up. They face plenty of hazards, but mainly rip currents. CBS2's Nick Caloway reports.
CBS2 is bringing you a weeklong series on water safety and solutions to prevent summer tragedies. Today, we focus on ways to keep kids safe at the pool, especially young children. CBS2's John Dias has the story.
CBS2 is dedicating this week to water safety, beginning with the troubling history around teaching kids to swim. CBS2's Jennifer Bisram has the closer look.
As summer heats up, states and cities face a lifeguard shortage that could cause hundreds of thousands of pools to close or reduce their hours. Elise Preston reports.
They focus on sites for new pools, free swimming lessons for children, and lifeguard staffing.
Every morning, you'll find a group of brave souls jumping into the water at Rockaway Beach. CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado catches up with them.
It's Judge's first time being picked for the honor, while it was Ledecky's second time being chosen.
An Extreme Cold Warning is in place across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut through 1 p.m. Sunday.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
Terrance Gore, a former outfielder and three-time World Series champion known for his blazing speed on the base paths, has died at 34 years old, according to Major League Baseball officials.
New York City officials are expanding efforts to make sure all residents stay safe during Saturday night's dangerously cold conditions.
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
An Extreme Cold Warning is in place across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut through 1 p.m. Sunday.
New York City officials are expanding efforts to make sure all residents stay safe during Saturday night's dangerously cold conditions.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued an executive order he says will protect New Yorkers from "abusive immigration enforcement" by the Trump administration.
New York City police are searching for three suspects accused of trying to break into homes on Staten Island and in one case stealing a luxury car.
After their building managers were arrested on fraud charges, tenants in Queens say their apartments were left in chaos.
An Extreme Cold Warning is in place across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut through 1 p.m. Sunday.
A Connecticut man was arrested after allegedly driving drunk in the Bronx and hitting pedestrians on a sidewalk Friday.
Parts of New York and Connecticut could see snow Friday into Saturday. A First Alert Weather Day is in effect for the weekend due to dangerously cold temperatures.
Bundle up — New York City and the Tri-State Area's stretch of dangerously cold weather continues, and it's sticking around longer than anyone would like.
New York, New Jersey and Connecticut were pivotal during America's birth. This year, as the nation celebrates its 250th birthday, CBS News New York is highlighting the hidden history in our own back yard.
An Extreme Cold Warning is in place across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut through 1 p.m. Sunday.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are preparing for what is expected to be the coldest weather of the season so far this weekend.
The Democratic primary race for the Congressional seat vacated by Gov. Mikie Sherrill is too close to call.
Gateway Tunnel construction may resume after a federal judge temporarily blocked President Trump's funding freeze for New York and New Jersey's $16 billion infrastructure project.
The entire Tri-State Area will be under an Extreme Cold Warning as dangerously cold temperatures settle in, along with some snow.
A Long Island man accused of driving drunk and killing a Nassau County police officer appeared in court Friday. Matthew Smith entered a not guilty plea.
The entire Tri-State Area will be under an Extreme Cold Warning as dangerously cold temperatures settle in, along with some snow.
The goal is to get patients drunk and high at a new research lab on the border of Nassau County and Queens.
The Patchogue-Medford School District said in a letter that the Suffolk County Department of Health alerted them about an infectious person in the school community.
Parts of New York and Connecticut could see snow Friday into Saturday. A First Alert Weather Day is in effect for the weekend due to dangerously cold temperatures.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued an executive order he says will protect New Yorkers from "abusive immigration enforcement" by the Trump administration.
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, telling reporters he didn't see the part that showed the former president and first lady.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are preparing for what is expected to be the coldest weather of the season so far this weekend.
The Democratic primary race for the Congressional seat vacated by Gov. Mikie Sherrill is too close to call.
Mount Sinai and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield failed to reach a contract agreement by Dec. 31, which means about 9,000 Mount Sinai physicians are no longer considered in-network.
Brooklyn's Green-Wood Cemetery is set to become the first on the East Coast to offer human composting.
The goal is to get patients drunk and high at a new research lab on the border of Nassau County and Queens.
The Patchogue-Medford School District said in a letter that the Suffolk County Department of Health alerted them about an infectious person in the school community.
Day 25 of the New York City nurses strike saw protests, arrests and some progress in the negotiations.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Two-for-one tickets are returning for New York City's Off-Broadway Week.
The sheriff says the note was sent to a local Arizona news station, which agreed not to report on it, following the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Popular singer-songwriter Noah Kahan will be bringing his tour to New York City this summer. "The Great Divide" tour will stop at Citi Field on July 18.
Terrance Gore, a former outfielder and three-time World Series champion known for his blazing speed on the base paths, has died at 34 years old, according to Major League Baseball officials.
The Nets used an 80-point first half to beat the short-handed Wizards 127-113 on Saturday.
Ryan's father led the Jets from 2009-14, including back-to-back appearances in the AFC Championship Game.
Daniss Jenkins scored 18 points in his last game as a two-way player and the Detroit Pistons routed New York 118-80 on Friday night to end the Knicks' winning streak at eight games.
The New York Knicks are acquiring guard Jose Alvarado from the New Orleans Pelicans, according to a person with knowledge of the trade deal.
After their building managers were arrested on fraud charges, tenants in Queens say their apartments were left in chaos.
Harlem's Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture centennial anniversary began last year, and 2026 marks 100 years since the library became owner of its namesake's personal collection, making it a full-fledged research center.
Brooklyn's Green-Wood Cemetery is set to become the first on the East Coast to offer human composting.
Dozens of middle school girls celebrated National Girls and Women in Sports Day at the Brooklyn Basketball Training Center on Wednesday.
A group of senior dancers aged 70 and up shine on stage at the Korean Community Services' center in Queens. They practice in Flushing twice a week and perform at events citywide.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for February 7 at 11 p.m.
Photographer John Biever has worked all 59 Super Bowl games, but Super Bowl LX will be his last. Gwen Baumgardner reports.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse John F. Kennedy's grandson Jack Schlossberg for Congress, a source familiar with the issue confirmed to CBS News.
Two pedestrians are recovering after they were struck by a driver in the Bronx. Police say he was drunk and is now facing charges after his vehicle jumped the curb. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports.
A house went up in flames on Long Island on Saturday.
