Abortion rights advocates push back on trigger laws
The Biden Administration and abortion rights advocates are pushing back on so-called trigger laws nearly banning abortions in several Republican-led states. Skyler Henry reports for CBS2.
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The Biden Administration and abortion rights advocates are pushing back on so-called trigger laws nearly banning abortions in several Republican-led states. Skyler Henry reports for CBS2.
To date, 13 states have passed so-called trigger laws that were designed to outlaw most abortions if the high court threw out the constitutional right to end a pregnancy.
The schools police chief in Uvalde, Texas, has been fired.
They also charge the unusual security system was designed to make sure everyone he sends to the Big Apple gets there.
Video shows migrants arriving in New York City from Texas on Wednesday, wearing wristbands that appear to be intended to keep track of them. It's the latest accusation in the border war between Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and New York City Mayor Eric Adams. Political reporter Marcia Kramer joins us with the story you'll see only on CBS2.
Dallas Fire-Rescue Department responded to nearly 200 vehicle rescues in just 24 hours.
Volunteers greeted at least 140 asylum seekers, including children, at the Port Authority Bus Terminal.
When New York City schools open in September, they will have an influx of hundreds of migrant children. Texas sent them here along with asylum-seeking families. CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer shows us the administration's plan to welcome those kids.
New York City leaders have been urging the Texas governor to stop busing migrants. But as the school year approaches, the city has a plan for the children.
City leaders have been urging the Texas governor to stop busing migrants. But as the school year approaches, there's a plan for the children, CBS2's John Dias reports.
So far, nearly 6,000 migrants sent by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott have arrived in New York City, CBS2's John Dias reports.
CBS2's Marcia Kramer sat down for an exclusive interview with social services commissioner Gary Jenkins.
A top city official is under investigation for his handling of the housing of migrant families from Texas. In an exclusive interview with CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer, social services commissioner Gary Jenkins fired back at allegations of a coverup.
New York City's homeless crisis is being made worse by the influx of thousands of migrants sent here from Texas. CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer sat down for an exclusive interview with social services commissioner Gary Jenkins to find out what he's doing about it.
Catholic Charities provides food, clothing and legal assistance, while the city provides the shelter.
Catholic Charities says it is assisting 1,500 individuals and families who have recently arrived in New York. The organization is working the city to establish a reception center to help meet the growing need.
The archbishop of New York is set to meet with migrant families who recently arrived in New York from Texas.
The border battle continues with more migrants coming to New York City from Texas.
City officials said nearly 5,000 people seeking asylum have arrived here under the orders of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott.
Mayor Eric Adams speaks with CBS News New York about what's being done to support asylum seekers arriving from Texas.
The buses rolled into the Port Authority and migrants stepped off, some with thumbs up and fists pumping.
At least 80 more asylum seekers arrived by bus from Texas on Wednesday. CBS2's Alice Gainer reports.
"I just wanted to go over there and make sure he was all right. Make sure he knows that I'm all right," the young batter told CBS News.
Officials say about 100 people were expected to arrive Wednesday, and the city is now working with 11 hotels to help provide shelter.
The mayor's threat could spell danger for Abbott, who is facing a stiff challenge from Democrat Beto O'Rourke.
The enormity of what happened on Sept. 11, 2001, and the aftermath, has had a profound impact not only on the physical health of so many, but their mental health as well.
Harlan Coben, the author of 35 novels with 100 million books in prints, describes his creative process, and shares advice for aspiring writers and other creators, in his new book "Plot Twist."
One person is dead after an explosion on a barge on Staten Island Thursday afternoon, the NYPD said.
As governor of New York on Sept. 11, 2001, George Pataki was responsible for many of the decisions being made at the highest level of state government. He recently reflected on that somber day.
A U.S. Army intelligence officer from New Jersey says he has never felt like he needed to choose between his Muslim faith and his service.
The enormity of what happened on Sept. 11, 2001, and the aftermath, has had a profound impact not only on the physical health of so many, but their mental health as well.
One person is dead after an explosion on a barge on Staten Island Thursday afternoon, the NYPD said.
As governor of New York on Sept. 11, 2001, George Pataki was responsible for many of the decisions being made at the highest level of state government. He recently reflected on that somber day.
A U.S. Army intelligence officer from New Jersey says he has never felt like he needed to choose between his Muslim faith and his service.
An organization that started as a way for people to donate supplies to firefighters has become an essential source of mental health services for FDNY members.
After a week filled with periods of storminess and high humidity, a calmer and drier weather pattern is settling in for the holiday weekend.
Severe storms returned to the Tri-State Area, making it a soggy Thursday morning.
The rain returns Tuesday with the possibility of severe storms and downpours that can cause flash flooding in the New York City area.
Activity by ICE agents is putting a chill on the economy in parts of Connecticut after an estimated 100 people were recently grabbed off the streets of Danbury and other communities.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for Tuesday and Wednesday due to the threat of strong to severe thunderstorms.
A U.S. Army intelligence officer from New Jersey says he has never felt like he needed to choose between his Muslim faith and his service.
A cosmetic treatment that promises breast enhancement without surgery is now at the center of a fight over who regulates human tissue in New York.
More than 41,000 students are heading back to class across Newark, New Jersey, Tuesday following 11 weeks of summer vacation.
Some are calling for Macklemore to be removed from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after he used part of his opening performance on Friday and Saturday nights at MetLife Stadium to share his pro-Palestinian views about the war in Gaza.
Passaic's Mexican Independence Day Parade has been postponed, with officials citing concerns about recent arrests by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Though none of them were even born in 2001, students at Commack High School continue to pass on memories of the 9/11 terror attacks.
Schools across the country, including one on Long Island, are embodying the promise to never forget and educating the next generation about the 9/11 attacks.
On a day defined by unimaginable loss, Janet Kask was given the greatest gift of her life – her son.
There has been a major escalation in the case of a driver accused of killing a construction worker on Long Island.
Thomas Lobianco of Lake Ronkonkoma originally faced a misdemeanor charge, but is now facing a 19-count indictment in the August death of a 38-year-old construction worker. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
As governor of New York on Sept. 11, 2001, George Pataki was responsible for many of the decisions being made at the highest level of state government. He recently reflected on that somber day.
Ray Kelly, the longest-serving NYPD commissioner in history, is widely credited with driving down crime and ramping up the department's counterterrorism capacity.
Hundreds of thousands of New York City students are heading back to school Thursday with many new changes and programs in store.
New renderings show what stations might look like for the proposed Interborough Express light rail system that would connect Brooklyn and Queens.
New York City leaders unveiled their plan for security around events for 9/11 and the Jewish high holidays.
A cosmetic treatment that promises breast enhancement without surgery is now at the center of a fight over who regulates human tissue in New York.
Twenty-five years after the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, the health threat hasn't ended for many survivors.
New York City officials released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks.
A new study from NYU shows that the number of American children taking GLP-1s for weight loss has increased 300-fold since 2019.
A report released Tuesday is offering a new glimpse into the health impact the 9/11 attacks continue to have on FDNY first responders.
Grammy and Emmy Award-winning musician Lizzo made a surprise visit to meet Brooklyn students and debut her new children's book.
Some are calling for Macklemore to be removed from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after he used part of his opening performance on Friday and Saturday nights at MetLife Stadium to share his pro-Palestinian views about the war in Gaza.
The Met's decision to highlight the work by designer John Galliano sparked widespread controversy due to his history of antisemitic and racist comments.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
Jude Terry and Armindo Sieb each scored a goal, Hugo Lloris had his MLS-leading 12th shutout this season, and Los Angeles FC beat the New York Red Bulls 2-0 to snap a six-game winless streak.
Rookie George Lombard Jr. became the second-youngest player in Yankees' history to hit a grand slam as New York beat the Rockies 6-1 on Wednesday night.
Dániel Gazdag scored in the third minute of second-half stoppage time to rally the New England Revolution to a 2-1 victory over New York City FC on Wednesday night at Citi Field.
The New York Yankees beat the Colorado Rockies 5-3 on Tuesday night to clinch their 34th straight winning season.
Aaron Judge was reinstated from the 60-day injured list Monday night by the New York Yankees.
Former Mets players from the 2001 season were at Ladder 25 on the Upper West Side on Tuesday.
Grammy and Emmy Award-winning musician Lizzo made a surprise visit to meet Brooklyn students and debut her new children's book.
A Bronx pizzeria is proving that kindness is contagious by giving slices to hungry New Yorkers.
Brooklyn Community Services says keeping its mobile shower program running is becoming increasingly difficult as the costs of fuel, hygiene products and other expenses rise.
The Brooklyn family traces its roots to Pieter Claesen Wyckoff, who arrived in the New World 400 years ago. Today, descendants connect through reunions, Zoom calls and a massive genealogical database.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
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.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
School officials in Ridgewood, New Jersey, are scrambling to get their athletic fields ready for action after they were damaged by recent flooding. As CBS News New York's Nick Caloway reports, some parents disagree about what the plan should be moving forward.
Young, who now lives in Texas, agreed to spend some time with his old colleagues to reflect on an assignment that's still front and center to him 25 years later.
He spokes with CBS News New York's Kristine Johnson and Jessica Moore on Thursday, touching on the horrors and heroism of that day.
As CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu reports, those who were affected go beyond police and firefighters. It was also iron, construction, sanitation workers, and even Verizon workers. One shared his story.
Two women were also hospitalized in Thursday's apparent accident, which happened just steps away from the Manhattan Bridge. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
