New Video Shows Suspect In George Floyd Statue Vandalism In Union Square Park
Police say the suspect was riding the skateboard when he threw gray paint onto the statue of Floyd on Oct. 3.
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New Video Shows Vandalism Of George Floyd Statue In Union Square; Hochul Blasts 'Act Of Cowardice And Hate'
Investigators released surveillance video showing a person splattering paint on the George Floyd statue in Union Square Sunday morning, and then riding off on a skateboard.
George Floyd Statue In Manhattan Vandalized, But Quickly Returned To Form By Art Group Volunteers
New Yorkers and tourists alike were marveling Sunday night at the larger-than-life statue of Floyd, which was restored to its golden shine in Union Square Park after it was defaced earlier in the day.
Art Installation Featuring Sculptures Of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, John Lewis Unveiled In Union Square Park
They will be on display for one month as part of the city's "Art in the Parks" program.
Pets Displaced By Hurricane Irma Among The Animals Headed To Union Square Park For 'Adoptapalooza'
The Mayor's Alliance for New York City's Animals is sponsoring the event, which includes fun for families with music and face painting.
Police Release Sketch, Surveillance Photos Of Suspect In Union Square Sex Assault
Police have released a sketch and two surveillance images of a homeless man who allegedly attacked a 63-year-old woman in a public restroom in Union Square.
63-Year-Old Woman Assaulted In Union Square Park Bathroom
Police are looking for a suspect who assaulted a 63-year-old woman in a restroom in Union Square park on Sunday afternoon.
Police: Alec Baldwin Arrested After Riding Bike Wrong Way On Fifth Avenue
Two officers stopped Baldwin after they spotted him riding his bike the wrong way on the street near Union Square Park, police said.
Man Declared Brain Dead After Being Discovered Injured In Union Square
A man has been declared brain dead, after being found lying on a bench in Union Square Park with severe injuries to his head and face.
Suspect Charged With Hate Crime For Allegedly Throwing Fatal Union Square Punch
A suspect who police say punched a 62-year-old Brooklyn man in Union Square Park has been indicted on a charge of manslaughter as a hate crime.
Man Attacked In Possible Bias Incident In Union Square Dies
Jeffrey Babbitt slipped into a coma and had been declared brain-dead at Bellevue Hospital after he was randomly attacked in Union Square last week, police said.
Hate Crime Charges Could Be Coming In Union Square Rampage
A suspect could face hate crime charges in a random act of violence that reportedly left a man brain dead in Union Square Park this week.
Union Square Monuments Get Cleaned Ahead Of Independence Day
Independence Day is just two days away and New York City wants to make sure some of its monuments are ready for the celebration.
May Day Rally 2013
Thousands of people gathered in Union Square Park and marched down Broadway Wednesday in support of workers' rights, immigration and other causes for May Day.
Skateboarder Struck, Killed By Truck On Union Square West
Police on Wednesday continued to investigate a midday accident in which a skateboarder was struck and killed by a delivery truck alongside Union Square Park.
Local Nonprofit Seeks To Make New York The Green City
A local nonprofit the Big Apple to become Green City, and hosted a green fair in Union Square Wednesday to encourage New Yorkers to become more eco-friendly.
Mayor's Alliance Holds 'Adoptapalooza' Pet Adoption Event In Union Square Park
The Mayor's Alliance for NYC's Animals, in partnership with the Petco Foundation, is holding an "Adoptapalooza" pet adoption event on Sunday in Union Square Park.
Candlelight Vigil For Wisconsin Temple Shooting Victims To Take Place In Union Square Park
The Manhattan Sikh Association will lead the vigil at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday to honor those who were shot dead in Oak Creek, at the hands of alleged shooter Wade Michael Page.
Hundreds Of OWS Protesters, NYPD Clash In Union Square Park
Demonstrators with the Occupy Wall Street movement are now calling Union Square their new home base after a dramatic and sometimes violent face-off between police and protesters stretched into the early morning hours.
Kelly Addresses NYPD Pepper Spray Incident At Wall Street Protests
The commissioner won't say whether the cop was justified, but he did describe the protesters' behavior leading up to the incident as "tumultuous conduct."
'Occupy Wall Street' YouTube Videos Show Clash Between Police, Protesters
One video on YouTube appears to show officers using pepper spray on women who already were cordoned off; another shows officers handcuffing a man after pulling him up off the ground, blood trickling down his face.
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Suffolk County lifeguard recovering after being attacked by shark
Zachari Gallo said he was participating in a training exercise when he was bit on the chest and hand.
NYPD: Off-duty correction officer shot in leg in Queens Village
Police say at around 8 p.m. the officer saw another man pull out a gun, and aim it a crowd on Jamaica Avenue.
Fireworks show lights up the sky above the Meadowlands
There wasn't a cloud in the sky, making it the perfect night to see every sizzle and sparkle clearly.
NYPD: Search on for hit-and-run driver after cyclist killed in Bronx
Investigators say a white Jeep Grand Cherokee hit a cyclist in the intersection of Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street.
Experts explain how to keep dogs' stress levels down during fireworks
Kradlemypet.com says more pets go missing on July 4 than any other day of the year because of the noise.
NYS Police: 2 dead in road rage incident on I-84 in Putnam County
Troopers said two drivers were arguing with with one another on the road's right lane when a third car hit them.
Delays, cancellations plaguing Newark Airport on holiday weekend
Airlines have struggled to respond to a staffing shortage, and for many, trying to catch a flight has been rough.
Body camera footage shows fatal police shooting of Jayland Walker
Authorities said Walker was unarmed at the time of the shooting, but a shot appeared to have come from his vehicle during a pursuit, and officers said they feared he was preparing to fire.
Feds: R. Kelly remains on suicide watch "for his own safety"
Federal authorities are pushing back on R. Kelly's claims that he was placed on suicide watch as a form of punishment.
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NYPD: Off-duty correction officer shot in leg in Queens Village
Police say at around 8 p.m. the officer saw another man pull out a gun, and aim it a crowd on Jamaica Avenue.
Fireworks show lights up the sky above the Meadowlands
There wasn't a cloud in the sky, making it the perfect night to see every sizzle and sparkle clearly.
NYPD: Search on for hit-and-run driver after cyclist killed in Bronx
Investigators say a white Jeep Grand Cherokee hit a cyclist in the intersection of Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street.
Experts explain how to keep dogs' stress levels down during fireworks
Kradlemypet.com says more pets go missing on July 4 than any other day of the year because of the noise and the lights.
NYS Police: 2 dead in road rage incident on I-84 in Putnam County
Troopers said two drivers were arguing with with one another on the road's right lane when a third car hit them.
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Fireworks-related injuries up 25% in last 15 years, report finds
A new finding shows there's been an uptick in fireworks-related injuries. Here are tips to help keep your July 4 celebrations safe.
No end in sight to July 4 weekend flight delays and cancellations
There are dozens of delayed and canceled flights reported Saturday at Newark, LaGuardia and Kennedy Airports.
Air travel issues plague July 4 weekend plans
Flight demand is returning to near pre-pandemic levels, according to the experts.
AAA: Record number of travelers expected over July 4 weekend
According to FlightAware, more than 2,300 flights into or within the U.S. were delayed by Thursday afternoon.
Tri-State Area joins effort to boost offshore wind industry
The president aims to be able to power 10 million homes with wind energy by 2030.
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Fireworks show lights up the sky above the Meadowlands
There wasn't a cloud in the sky, making it the perfect night to see every sizzle and sparkle clearly.
Experts explain how to keep dogs' stress levels down during fireworks
Kradlemypet.com says more pets go missing on July 4 than any other day of the year because of the noise and the lights.
Delays, cancellations plaguing Newark Airport on holiday weekend
Airlines have struggled to respond to a staffing shortage, and for many, trying to catch a flight has been rough.
Crews battle 4-alarm fire at Palisades Park warehouse
A resident told CBS2 that the warehouse had not been used for at least a year.
Fireworks-related injuries up 25% in last 15 years, report finds
A new finding shows there's been an uptick in fireworks-related injuries. Here are tips to help keep your July 4 celebrations safe.
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Lifeguard recovering after being attacked by a shark in Suffolk County
Zachari Gallo said he was participating in a training exercise in the water when he was bit on the chest and hand.
Delays, cancellations plaguing Newark Airport on holiday weekend
Airlines have struggled to respond to a staffing shortage, and for many, trying to catch a flight has been rough.
Nassau County steps up shark patrols for July 4th weekend
The Marine Bureau, helicopters and other resources will be on the lookout for sharks.
Exasperated residents want Huntington to crack down on leaf blower noise
"In the early morning, you don't have to start your engines before 7 o'clock," said Cathy Anner.
Lawsuit filed by parents of Gabby Petito will move forward
A Florida judge denied a motion to dismiss the case Thursday.
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Gov. Hochul signs law banning guns in many public places
Times Square is declared one of the "sensitive places" in New York state's new gun safety law.
Gov. Hochul signs new gun laws passed by N.Y. legislature
The governor says the new law that will severely limit the places New Yorkers can carry weapons.
N.J. gov. signs bills protecting reproductive health rights
One bill provides confidential care to out-of-state residents coming to the state.
Gov. Phil Murphy approves largest budget in N.J. history
Murphy says this budget makes New Jersey more affordable.
Ketanji Brown Jackson officially becomes first Black woman on Supreme Court
"On behalf of all of the members of the court, I am pleased to welcome Justice Jackson to the court and to our common calling," Chief Justice John Roberts said.
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Thousands of monkeypox vaccine doses coming to New York City
The city's health department says it is working with federal partners to get extra doses in the coming weeks.
Sandra Lindsay, nurse who received first COVID vaccine in U.S., to be awarded Presidential Medal of Freedom
The medal is the nation's highest civilian honor.
Monkeypox patient: "I've had COVID. This was way worse."
The man says doctors are ordering him to isolate until his lesions are gone, which can take as long as four weeks.
Jacobi Medical Center working on initiatives to combat gun violence
Since the spring of 2020, Jacobi has seen an increase of 181 percent when it comes to gunshot victims.
Some NYC mobile COVID test units will now offer Paxlovid
The program have the capacity to perform 6,000 tests and dispense 600 treatments a day.
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Feds: R. Kelly remains on suicide watch "for his own safety"
Federal authorities are pushing back on R. Kelly's claims that he was placed on suicide watch as a form of punishment.
Man found at Taylor Swift properties faces stalking charges
Swift, 32, has had prior issues with alleged stalkers.
R. Kelly suing Brooklyn jail for putting him on suicide watch
Kelly claims officials at the Metropolitan Detention Center knew he was not suicidal after his sentencing.
Rapper Dupré Kelly joins Newark City Council
Kelly is the first platinum-selling hip-hop artist in the United States to be elected to office.
Broadway's mask mandate comes to an end, for now
Masks will no longer be required at most Broadway shows.
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Aaron Long's goal in 53rd minute stands, Red Bulls top KC
Eastern Conference leaders won 1-0 on Sunday despite playing the final 20 minutes a man down.
Castellanos scores twice, but Atlanta rallies late to tie NYCFC
Dom Dwyer netted the equalizer in the 86th minute as the teams settled for a 2-2 draw on Sunday.
Guardians silence vaunted Yankees' bats, avoid sweep
Triston McKenzie shut down New York's big-bashing lineup over seven superb innings in Cleveland's 2-0 win Sunday.
Eduardo Escobar goes deep again, Mets take down Rangers
Carlos Carrasco rebounded from a pair of poor starts and the Amazins' cruised to a 4-1 win on Sunday.
Calhoun 2 HRs, Pérez wins 7th straight as Rangers beat Mets
New York lost for the fourth time in five games and its lead in the NL East was shaved to 2 1/2 games over Atlanta.
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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.
8 Hands Farm: Regenerative farming takes root on the North Fork
"It's one of the few professions where you work with your heart, your hands, and your head at the same time," co-owner Tom Geppel told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Zaragoza Deli & Grocery: An East Village home for Mexican family recipes
"That was my dream, to open a small business here," co-owner Pompeyo "Papa" Martinez told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Eddie's Sweet Shop: A '1930s time warp' in Forest Hills where the ice cream is homemade
"We whip the whipped cream by hand. We make our hot fudge, caramel, most of our syrups," owner Vito Citrano told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
The Hungarian Pastry Shop: Purveyor of coffee, cake, and conversation since 1961
"Most of my customers are regulars. They come almost every day, and they feel that this is their home," Panagiotis Binioris said.
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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.
Stars hit the red carpet at the 75th Annual Tony Awards
Stars of stage and screen hit the red carpet for the 75th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday night.
Remembering Ray Liotta through the years
Actor Ray Liotta has died. He was 67.
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Off-duty correction officer wounded in shootout with suspect in Queens
CBS2's Dana Tyler has more on the officer's condition.
First Alert weather: CBS2 11 p.m. forecast
CBS2's Vanessa Murdock has what you need to know about an expected beautiful Fourth of July.
Fireworks light up sky over Meadowlands, as preparations continue for Macy's show in NYC
CBS2's Lisa Rozner has more on the sights and sounds in East Rutherford.
Lifeguard attacked by shark in Suffolk County speaks exclusively to CBS2
Zachari Gallo, who shared pictures of his injuries, said he he fought the shark after being bitten on the chest and hand. CBS2's Thalia Perez reports.
Experts offer tips to reduce stress levels for pets during fireworks shows
As people prepare to watch fireworks on the Fourth of July, veterinarians say pet owners need to be prepared, too. CBS2's Lisa Rozner spoke with a doctor on what you can do now.
