Group of female Rhodes Scholars make West Point history
The four cadets talk about what service means to them.
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Local War Veterans Reflect On U.S. Decision To Leave Afghanistan: 'It Did Not Need To Get To This Point'
Many are left wondering if the decades the U.S. spent in Afghanistan were worth it.
New Jersey Soldier One Of 2 Killed In Black Hawk Training Crash In California
Both will receive the Meritorious Service Medal posthumously, officials said.
Jacobi Medical Center Chair Of Emergency Preparedness Recognized For Helping Prepare NYC, Army Prior To Coronavirus Pandemic
Back in September, when COVID-19 wasn't even a conversation, Janice Halloran brought in the U.S. Army for a disaster drill.
Exclusive: Harlem Woman Finds Suitcase Full Of Army Memorabilia In Trash Can, Hopes To Reunite It With Family
Records show the man and his wife eventually moved to Florida, but they've both passed away.
Missing West Point Cadet Identified, Search Continues For 20-Year-Old Kade Kurita
Soldiers and state troopers have now searched more than 6,000 acres looking for the missing cadet.
U.S. Army Soldier Charged With Manslaughter, Dereliction Of Duty For Crash That Killed West Point Cadet
Christopher Morgan was killed and 21 others were injured when their military vehicle overturned on the way to a training exercise outside campus in June.
U.S. Army Soldier Allegedly Shared Bomb-Making Instructions, Discussed Killing Beto O'Rourke
An Army soldier serving in Kansas shared bomb-making instructions online and discussed killing activists and bombing a news network, the Justice Department contends.
Medal Of Honor Recipient From New York Gets Times Square Celebration
Just 10 days ago, President Trump presented him with the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions in 2004.
Remains Of Korean War POW From Manhattan Identified
The Pentagon's Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced Tuesday that 1st Lt. Herman L. Falk's remains were identified last month using DNA analysis, dental records and material evidence.
From Band Of Brothers To Band Of Uncles: Army Battalion Takes Photo With Fallen Soldier's Newborn Baby
The soldiers coincidentally came home the day Christian was born, which made their homecoming that much sweeter.
Army Doctors Transplant New Ear From Soldier's Arm
An Army soldier who lost her ear has received a revolutionary transplant which saw doctors grow a brand new ear on the patient's own arm.
Army Veteran Trucker Stops On Highway To Salute WWII Soldier's Funeral Procession
Over the weekend, a patriotic overture gave the granddaughter of a WWII vet being laid to rest a chance to meet and thank another veteran.
Drone Hits Army Helicopter Flying Over Staten Island
Two Blackhawks with the 82nd Airborne out of Fort Bragg, North Carolina were in the city on duty for the United Nations General Assembly.
Sergeants' Union Head: Why Weren't Officers Disciplined For Being Too Drunk To Fly To Afghanistan?
NYPD counterterror officials had to cancel a training mission to Afghanistan because the Army reportedly decided two officers were too tipsy to fly.
Long Island Soldier Shares Story Of Sacrifice, Service With Kindergarten Students
Next week on Veteran's Day, the nation will honor the 22-million living veterans who have served this country.
Police: Army Recruiter Arrested For Child Pornography
Police on Long Island say a U.S. Army recruiter has been arrested on charges alleging he possessed child pornography.
Game Time Salute Honors U.S. Army Veteran Thomas Burke And His Wife Mosel
For Thomas Burke, serving in the U.S. Army taught him the value of discipline and hard work and it gave him a way to support his new family.
Game Time Salutes Honors Natalia Lynch, Daughter Of U.S. Army Veteran
For Natalia Lynch, her father's service in the U.S. Army meant that she got an international education and a deep appreciation for the work of the men and women in our armed services.
Game Time Salute Honors U.S. Army Veteran William McFarland
For U.S. Army veteran William McFarland, joining the military taught him the importance of integrity and responsibility and gave his life a sense of purpose.
U.S. Army's First Female Rangers Earn Their Keep, Impress The Powers That Be
The first two women to pass the U.S. Army's Ranger School recently spoke for the first time publicly about their experiences.
Memorial Day 2015: Veterans Feel Solemn Sense Of Duty To Remind Us Of Sacrifices
For them, this holiday is more than a list of names, or a stack of faded photographs, a flag, a salute and a song. Survivors gather in ceremonies far north of the city and in the heart of the Bronx: the common task of bearing witness.
All Clear Given At Picatinny Arsenal After Suspicious Vehicle Prompts Evacuation
An all clear was given at Picatinny Arsenal in northern New Jersey Friday, hours after after a suspicious truck and driver prompted a security scare.
Families, Neighbors Hope For Recovery For 2 Officers Shot In The Bronx
The officers who were shot and wounded in the Bronx on Monday night both came from Rockland County, and their friends and families were heartbroken over the shootings.
Stolen Valor? Army Vet Calls Out 'Phony' Soldier In Videotaped Confrontation
Ryan Berk, an Army Ranger and Purple Heart recipient, spotted a man, Sean Yetman, wearing an Army Ranger uniform.
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Calls for justice after MTA worker assaulted while protecting customers
Many call Anthony Nelson a hero, and a model employee. His union is demanding the maximum penalty for his attacker.
FAA says staffing shortage at New York-area airports has been resolved
The staffing shortage forced the agency to reduce the number of flights at our three major airports, causing delays and cancelations.
CBS2 rides with NYPD to see new approach to vendors, panhandlers
It was supposed to be its first joint operation with city social workers, but it did not go as planned.
Woman killed, another injured after tree falls into pool in the Bronx
It comes after a separate incident left one dead when a tree branch fell and struck a person at a playground in Bed-Stuy.
Biden signs Inflation Reduction Act, sealing major victory for domestic agenda
"Let me say from the start, with this law, the American people won and the special interests lost," Mr. Biden told the crowd assembled at the White House.
NYC Department of Education releases fall COVID guidelines
Daily health screenings will not be needed, but if you're sick, you're instructed to stay home.
2 million infant swings, rockers recalled after 10-month-old dies
Some of Thorley Industries' 4moms products pose asphyxiation risk to babies big enough to crawl under their seats.
First Alert Weather: CBS2's Tuesday 8/16 forecast
Tuesday will be partly sunny, warm, and a bit breezy at times with highs in the low 80s.
Education Secretary Cardona in New York City for closer look at learning programs
Education Secretary Miguel Cardona will visit summer learning programs in Brooklyn and Queens for roundtable discussions with parents and students.
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NYC Department of Education releases fall COVID guidelines
Daily health screenings will not be needed, but if you're sick, you're instructed to stay home.
First Alert Weather: CBS2's Tuesday 8/16 forecast
Tuesday will be partly sunny, warm, and a bit breezy at times with highs in the low 80s.
Education Secretary Cardona in New York City for closer look at learning programs
Education Secretary Miguel Cardona will visit summer learning programs in Brooklyn and Queens for roundtable discussions with parents and students.
Cardinal Dolan meets with migrant families sent from Texas
Catholic Charities says it is assisting 1,500 individuals and families and a reception center will open soon.
More information about recent carriage horse collapse expected to be released
The 15-year-old horse named Ryder tripped and fell last Wednesday, and couldn't get up for more than an hour.
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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.
New York City joins state in declaring monkeypox emergency
The numbers are troubling, and experts say vaccine delays will only allow the virus to spread more.
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FAA: Staffing concerns causing delays at NYC-area airports
Departing and arriving flights could be delayed up to two hours at JFK, LaGuardia and Newark, the agency said.
Bipartisan effort launched to defeat congestion pricing
Congressional members are asking the feds to review the project, and for the public to get involved, too.
Murphy lifts COVID testing requirement in New Jersey schools
The governor said the change reflects Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance.
Boil water advisory lifted after Belleville water main break
Newark Water and Sewer Utilities customers affected by Tuesday's water main break are no longer under the advisory.
First drive-thru cannabis dispensary in N.J. officially open
Employees say it's a convenient option for all customers, including those who may have mobility issues.
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Nassau County lawmakers, police, victims call for overhaul of New York's bail laws
County Executive Bruce Blakeman says from April to June, more than 3,000 people were arrested in Nassau County, and 2,600 of them were released without bail - and nearly 200 re-arrested.
Fisherman says he caught 5 sharks over weekend near Jones Beach
The smallest was reportedly 2-to-3 feet long, while the biggest one was said to be 5-to-6 feet long.
Child on bike hit by truck on Long Island
It happened at East Fulton Avenue and Babylon Turnpike around 10 a.m. Monday.
First section of Long Island Rail Road third track expansion opens
MTA officials called it "a transformational moment" for commuters.
3 injured in machete attack at L.I. sporting goods store
Police say a man who had asked about purchasing rifles later attacked a store employee and two others.
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Biden signs Inflation Reduction Act, sealing major victory for domestic agenda
"Let me say from the start, with this law, the American people won and the special interests lost," Mr. Biden told the crowd assembled at the White House.
First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
The first lady has been vacationing in South Carolina with her family, including President Biden.
FBI returns Trump passports seized in search of Mar-a-Lago
The FBI said in a statement it "follows search and seizure procedures ordered by courts, then returns items that we do not need to be retained for law enforcement purposes."
Cardinal Dolan meets with migrant families sent from Texas
Catholic Charities says it is assisting 1,500 individuals and families and a reception center will open soon.
Nassau County lawmakers, police, victims call for overhaul of New York's bail laws
County Executive Bruce Blakeman says from April to June, more than 3,000 people were arrested in Nassau County, and 2,600 of them were released without bail - and nearly 200 re-arrested.
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NYC Department of Education releases fall COVID guidelines
Daily health screenings will not be needed, but if you're sick, you're instructed to stay home.
2 million infant swings, rockers recalled after 10-month-old dies
Some of Thorley Industries' 4moms products pose asphyxiation risk to babies big enough to crawl under their seats.
NYC officials hold monkeypox town hall, lament lack of vaccine doses
Concerned Bronx residents say while government tries to work out supply problems, they expect more outreach.
Rockland County opening additional polio vaccination clinics
There's new information on polio concerns in Rockland County.
Town hall in the Bronx will tackle monkeypox vaccination sites, testing and more
There are now more than 2,000 confirmed cases of monkeypox across New York City, with the majority of them in Manhattan.
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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.
Ashanti on the roots of her success and "how my story ends"
The R&B star revisits where she got her start, and talks about dreams coming true.
Anne Heche dies at 53 following Los Angeles car wreck
Heche got her start in a soap opera before starring in films and on TV, and made headlines for her relationship with comedian Ellen DeGeneres in the '90s.
R. Kelly accuser in alleged child sex video set to testify
The singer's federal trial on charges he conspired to obstruct justice in his 2008 state child pornography trial starts Monday in Chicago.
Ukrainian children stage play in Brooklyn for fundraiser
Eight children, a director-mom and other parent chaperones, have been invited to the U.S. from war-torn Ukraine.
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Mets get off to very bad start in showdown series with Braves
Carlos Carrasco was forced to leave early due to injury and it was all down hill from there as Atlanta rolled 13-1.
Yankees shut out in consecutive games for first time since 2016
Gerrit Cole pitched well, but the Bombers' bats did nothing against Rays in the 4-0 loss on Monday.
Yankees shut out in Boston, finish awful road trip 2-7
Michael Wacha allowed two hits in seven innings in his return from injury in the Red Sox's 3-0 win Sunday.
Mets blank Phillies for 17th win in last 20 games
Burly slugger Daniel Vogelbach homered and Mark Canha had two hits for New York in the 6-0 win on Sunday.
Jets' Wilson having knee surgery Tuesday in LA
Head coach Robert Saleh said Wilson is "not out of the woods" yet.
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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: Tuesday afternoon 8/16 CBS2 weather headlines
CBS2's John Elliott has a look at the forecast.
FAA says staff problems that limited flights to New York City are resolved
The FAA says a staffing problem that caused delays and cancellations Monday night at JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark Airports has been resolved. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
President Biden to sign Inflation Reduction Act
The landmark legislation includes the biggest federal investment ever to fight climate change - $375 billion over a decade.
Judge sets court date to hear case on releasing affidavit behind Trump search warrant
Several media outlets, including CBS News, have petitioned a court to unseal the affidavit which was used as a justification for the FBI search at the Florida home of former President Donald Trump. Skyler Henry reports.
Neighbors in shock after Bronx woman killed by tree falling into pool
Donna Douglas, 59, was in the pool on Palisade Avenue when a huge tree fell from the adjoining property.
