Doctor: Premature Births Cost Society $5.8 Billion A Year
One in 8 babies are born prematurely in the United States each year and the societal costs are enormous.
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One in 8 babies are born prematurely in the United States each year and the societal costs are enormous.
"They're fixing windows, re-plastering damaged walls, replacing lose masonry -- that work is already making the apartments here safer, dryer and more comfortable," Mayor Michael Bloomberg said,
A 36-year-old man, 40-year-old woman, and their 12-year-old son were trapped inside the building when the fire broke out around 3:30 a.m. Monday.
At 1:28 a.m., police responded to a call of a man assaulted in front of 480 E. 138th St. near the Port Morris section of the Bronx where police found Quentin Guerrero unconscious and unresponsive with trauma to the head.
Police found 17-year-old Damien Martinez in the Tremont section of the Bronx with a stab wound to the chest.
Police are searching for two suspects wanted in connection with an April 19 homicide in the Bronx. The shooting happened in front of 1668 Davidson Ave. near the Morris Heights section of the Bronx on April 19 at 4:59 p.m., police said.
On Arthur Avenue in the Bronx, the smells are intoxicating. Shoppers from near and far came to pick up their favorites, including, fresh bread, olives, and cheese.
Mamdou Balde, 21, was transported to Lincoln Hospital and is in critical but stable condition. Balde was shot multiple times. He was hit in the arm, foot and groin.
Mayor Michael Bloomberg says that while "there seems to be a lot of evidence'' that police officers have been fixing traffic tickets, he believes it's a problem that's already been corrected.
A 78-year-old woman walking with two friends last Friday on Arthur Avenue was shoved to the ground after a suspect grabbed her purse before fleeing the scene, police said.
A person familiar with a probe at the New York Police Department told The Associated Press on Thursday that several high-ranking city government officials are among those who've had their traffic tickets fixed.
A woman was killed and seven people were injured Thursday afternoon after a livery cab jumped a curb and careened through a storefront window in The Bronx.
While the mayor ducked direct questions about the issue, he insisted that the practice of ticket fixing in 2011 was "almost impossible."
On April 12, police said four men entered an apartment in the Morris Heights section of the Bronx at noon and tied up the two 26-year-old occupants.
In the end, police in the Bronx don't have to go very far to find a suspect in the killing of a beloved grandmother.
Rafael Roldan previously pleaded guilty to murder and assault.
He entered fabulous and exits forlorn, his numbers penned into the books with disappearing ink. Like so many of his bulging brethren, Manny Ramirez's legacy stirs in baseball purgatory.
About 250 eighth graders from Connecticut were just leaving Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia when it was discovered their tour buses were unregistered and uninsured.
Lana Rosas, 25, suffered a critical head injury on February 25 when she was allegedly assaulted by 35-year-old Oscar Fuller.
Police said Sanders and two other suspects physically assaulted a female victim at a deli, slashed her face with a sharp object and fled on foot.
Joe Mauer hit a go-ahead single in the 10th inning and Minnesota broke through in the Bronx, rallying past the New York Yankees 5-4 on Tuesday night to overcome a dominant outing by CC Sabathia.
Mateo applauded the bravery of those who were able to stop the suspect and said the Federation of Taxi Drivers would offer them a $500 reward as a "small token of appreciation."
Dennis Marquez, 16, was killed on March 13 after being stabbed in the torso near East 165th St. and 3rd Avenue after 1:30 a.m.
Out of all 62 counties in the Empire State, New York City is home to the one ranked the least healthy in a new study.
The boys from the Bronx are back! The Yankees face off against the Detroit Tigers in their 109th season opener.
The New York Knicks routed the Chicago Bulls 136-96 on Friday night in a game they led by 47 points.
The surging Hawks routed the Nets 141-107 on Friday night for their fourth straight victory and 18th in 20 games.
The Flyers beat the Islanders 3-1 on Friday night to move within one point of the Islanders for third place in the Metropolitan Division.
Easter weekend kicks off with May-like weather in the New York area before rain returns for the holiday.
With just over one square mile of land, the City of Hoboken says the 2026 FIFA World Cup could be a once-in-a-generation opportunity for homeowners.
Easter weekend kicks off with May-like weather in the New York area before rain returns for the holiday.
New York City's attempt to reduce class sizes will likely be pushed back for two years, a state senator told CBS News New York.
Stony Brook University professor Timothy Glotch is one of 10 scientists selected to shape research plans for NASA's next Artemis missions.
The struggle for some dementia patients and caregivers just to get through the day can be daunting and stressful, but some programs in New York are helping alleviate stress.
Social media influencers are driving a dangerous trend of people trespassing to explore abandoned buildings, New York State Police say.
Easter weekend kicks off with May-like weather in the New York area before rain returns for the holiday.
UConn's jaw-dropping buzzer beater catapulted them to the Final Four.
Bridgeport firefighter Terrence Cramer was killed after his girlfriend's ex shot him in a fit of rage at a Connecticut home, according to an arrest warrant.
Jabari Bush is accused of fatally shooting active-duty Bridgeport Firefighter Terrence Cramer in Shelton, police said.
Warmer weather will return to New York City and the surrounding area soon.
Easter weekend kicks off with May-like weather in the New York area before rain returns for the holiday.
With just over one square mile of land, the City of Hoboken says the 2026 FIFA World Cup could be a once-in-a-generation opportunity for homeowners.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her family are moving into Drumthwacket, the governor's official residence in Princeton.
A pastor in New Jersey was taken into custody by immigration agents while working at his day job, according to church members.
The discovery of a suspicious device forced the cancellation of the Keansburg, New Jersey, St. Patrick's Day Parade last weekend.
Stony Brook University professor Timothy Glotch is one of 10 scientists selected to shape research plans for NASA's next Artemis missions.
A Long Island man accused of shooting his sister in the head with a crossbow pleaded not guilty to attempted murder Thursday.
A Long Island high schooler and his mom are being credited with saving a sleeping neighbor from a house fire.
New York Republican gubernatorial nominee Bruce Blakeman said Tuesday he will sue the state after the Campaign Finance Board denied him matching funds.
The driver accused of striking and killing a Nassau County school crossing guard in February has been arraigned.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her family are moving into Drumthwacket, the governor's official residence in Princeton.
The search for the second crew member, a weapons system officer, is continuing, two U.S. officials said.
One of the sources said Hegseth wants someone in the role who will implement President Trump and Hegseth's vision for the Army.
A pastor in New Jersey was taken into custody by immigration agents while working at his day job, according to church members.
President Trump has ousted Pam Bondi as attorney general, saying she will be taking a job in the private sector.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was lured to a Dallas studio for a meeting, then allegedly kidnapped and robbed by a group including rappers Pooh Shiesty and Big30.
Megan Thee Stallion was released from a New York City hospital after she got sick during a performance of "Moulin Rouge! The Musical."
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Savannah Guthrie stepped back from her NBC duties almost two months ago when her mother, Nancy Guthrie, disappeared. The investigation is ongoing.
The New York Knicks routed the Chicago Bulls 136-96 on Friday night in a game they led by 47 points.
The surging Hawks routed the Nets 141-107 on Friday night for their fourth straight victory and 18th in 20 games.
The Flyers beat the Islanders 3-1 on Friday night to move within one point of the Islanders for third place in the Metropolitan Division.
The Yankees beat the Marlins 8-2 in their home opener Friday for their second 6-1 start in three seasons.
San Francisco rookie catcher Daniel Susac went 3 for 3 with a walk in his first four big league at-bats and the Giants rolled over the New York Mets 7-2.
Preparations for Passover in Brooklyn blend centuries-old rituals with modern traditions unique to each family.
New York has filed a lawsuit against solar company Attyx, saying it didn't just sell panels, it sold promises it couldn't keep.
Long before Manhattan's iconic street grid took shape, an English widow planned a Brooklyn community that helped shape the city today.
The Center for Brooklyn History showcase examines the Battle of Brooklyn through rare maps, paintings, and historical artifacts from the American Revolutionary War.
From World War II to modern mixology, women in Brooklyn fought for their place behind the bar. This Women's History Month, their legacy continues to influence the city's nightlife.
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 Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for April 3 at 11 p.m.
A search-and-rescue operation is underway in the Middle East for an American aviator who is missing after Iran shot down a fighter jet Friday. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
The suspected gunman in the stray bullet shooting of a 7-month-old baby in Brooklyn was arraigned Friday as a second suspect was taken into custody in Pennsylvania. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports.
A second person of interest was taken into custody Friday in connection to the fatal shooting of a 7-month-old baby in Brooklyn. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports.
A police officer in upstate New York helped out a skunk with a cup on its head Friday morning.
