Local Ukrainians Fearful Of Russian Invasion, But Say Their Homeland Will Not Back Down From A Fight
There were indications Monday that a Russian invasion of Ukraine is inevitable.
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State Department Temporarily Shuts Down Online Booking System For Passport Appointments, Adding Frustration To Post-Pandemic Backlog
The State Department has temporarily removed the online booking system for appointments on its website. It's the latest frustration for many trying to get passports.
Gottheimer: State Department Must Act On Massive Passport Backlog
About two million passports are in a holding pattern, waiting for processing at the State Department. Right now, there's an 18 week wait.
Sen. Schumer Turns Up Heat On State Department To End Massive Backlog Of Passports Needing To Be Obtained Or Renewed
Sen. Chuck Schumer is calling on the State Department to act and get tens of thousands of New Yorkers out of what he calls "passport purgatory."
Desperate Tri-State Area Travelers Facing Incredibly Long Odds Getting Passport Renewals In Time For Upcoming Trips
More than 1 million passports are pending in swamped offices across the country.
Dominican Republic Tourist Deaths: Queens Mother Becomes 12th Linked To DR Resorts
The family says all members of their group who visited the Sunscape Bávaro Beach Punta Cana in May of 2018 felt sick during their stay.
Dominican Republic Tourist Deaths: 2 More American Tourists Added To Mystery List
The FBI is investigating the deaths of nine other American tourists who passed away under mysterious circumstances over the last year.
Dominican Republic Tourist Deaths: Staten Island Mother Becomes Latest Person To Mysteriously Die In DR
The 53-year-old's only son got the news when the U.S. embassy in the D.R. called him to tell him she died of a heart attack.
Travel Advisory Issued After 8 Bodies Found In Cancun
The U.S. Department Of State has issued a level two travel advisory after eight bodies were found in the resort city of Cancun.
State Department Extends Travel Alert For Europe Over Terror Concerns
A new warning has been issued for Americans traveling overseas to Europe.
State Department Issues New Travel Warning For Mexico Over Violence, Crime Threat
The U.S. State Department issued a new travel warning Tuesday for people planning to visit certain parts of Mexico.
Obama Administration Officials: Iran Wanted 'Immediate Access' To Cash
Obama administration officials are defending the payment of $1.7 billion to Iran -- including a delivery of an initial $400 million in cash on January 17th.
State Department: FBI Recovers 30 Emails That May Be Related To Benghazi Attack From Clinton's Private Server
The State Department says about 30 emails that may be related to the 2012 attack on U.S. compounds in Benghazi, Libya, are among the thousands of Hillary Clinton emails recovered from her private server.
Emails Show Clinton Foundation Employee Asking For 'A Favor' From State Department Aide
The conservative legal group Judicial Watch obtained the emails as part of its lawsuit against the State Department.
State Department: New Jersey Taking In More Syrian Refugees
New Jersey has taken in almost as many Syrian refugees in the past month as it did in 2014 and 2015 combined, according to U.S. State Department data.
Mother Of Benghazi Victim: 'I Blame Hillary Clinton Personally For The Death Of My Son'
The mother of one of the four Americans killed in the Sept. 11, 2012 siege on the U.S. outpost in Benghazi, Libya, is blaming Hillary Clinton for the death of her son.
State Department Reopening Hillary Clinton Email Investigation
The State Department is reopening an internal investigation of possible mishandling of classified information by Hillary Clinton and top aides.
State Department Releases Last Batch Of Hillary Clinton Emails
The State Department on Monday released the 14th and final batch of emails from former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's private server.
Obama Administration Confirms Hillary Clinton's Home Server Contained 'Top Secret' Emails
The Obama administration confirmed for the first time Friday that Hillary Clinton's unsecured home server contained closely guarded government secrets.
Concerns After US Issues Travel Warning In Wake Of Terror Attacks
The alert, which is to be in effect until Feb. 24, said current information suggests that militants with the Islamic State, al-Qaeda, Boko Haram and other terrorist groups continue to plan attacks in multiple regions.
Terror Worries Prompt Worldwide Travel Alert From State Department
The U.S. State Department issued a worldwide travel alert Monday, warning U.S. citizens of possible travel risks due to terrorist threats.
Lawyer: Feds Investigating Security Of Hillary Clinton Email
Clinton's emails have been under scrutiny since The Associated Press revealed in March that she used a private "homebrew" server traced to her Chappaqua home.
More Clinton Emails Released Amid Mounting Criticism Of State Department
The department said the process of releasing Hillary Clinton's emails is slow, because U.S. intelligence agencies have to make sure they don't contain any government secrets.
Officials Raise Spying Concerns After Chinese Company Plans Renovation At Waldorf Astoria
The sale to Anbang still allows the Hilton Corporation to run the hotel, but the deal also calls for a massive renovation, which triggered concerns in Washington.
FBI Reclassifies As 'Top Secret' Some Of Hillary Clinton's Released Benghazi Emails
As the holiday weekend began on Friday, the State Department released the first batch of Hillary Clinton's emails, and among other things they show she received sensitive information about Benghazi on her unsecure home server.
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Primary Day in New York: Voters decide who will be their candidates for governor, assembly
On the Democratic side, Gov. Kathy Hochul is facing a primary challenge from two other candidates, while Republicans will choose from four candidates on the primary ballot.
How to watch Tuesday's unexpected House Jan. 6 committee hearing
The committee announced it would be holding the last-minute hearing to "present recently obtained evidence and receive witness testimony."
First Alert Weather: CBS2's 6/28 Tuesday forecast
Tuesday's a much better day with mostly sunny skies, less humid conditions and highs near 80.
New York City public pools reopen for summer, but with staffing problems
This means those free summer swim programs you're used to participating in may not be a thing this summer.
Ghislaine Maxwell set to be sentenced Tuesday
The British socialite was found guilty of helping Jeffrey Epstein abuse underage girls between 1994 and 2004.
Westchester County passes law allowing women safe access to abortion
The Reproductive Health Care Facilities Access Act passed the county Board of Legislators on Monday night.
Brooklyn community partners with NYPD to get youth off the streets
The residents of Brownsville are benefiting from the renovation of Betsy Head Park as a safe space for young people.
3 killed, at least 50 hurt when Amtrak train from L.A. to Chicago derails in Missouri
A total of 207 passengers and 14 crewmembers were on board the train at the time. CNN reports at least 50 people were injured.
46 migrants found dead in back of tractor trailer in San Antonio
Sixteen others, including four children, were taken to local hospitals with heat-related injuries, and three people were in custody, officials said.
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New York City public pools reopen for summer, but with staffing problems
This means those free summer swim programs you're used to participating in may not be a thing this summer.
Ghislaine Maxwell set to be sentenced Tuesday
The British socialite was found guilty of helping Jeffrey Epstein abuse underage girls between 1994 and 2004.
Primary Day in New York: Voters decide who will be their candidates for governor
On the Democratic side, Gov. Kathy Hochul is facing a primary challenge from two other candidates, while Republicans will choose from four candidates on the primary ballot.
Westchester County passes law allowing women safe access to abortion
The Reproductive Health Care Facilities Access Act passed the county Board of Legislators on Monday night.
Brooklyn community partners with NYPD to get youth off the streets
The residents of Brownsville are benefiting from the renovation of Betsy Head Park as a safe space for young people.
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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.
Investigators say 6-year-old burned Bridgeport boy was not intentionally set on fire
Officials say there's no evidence any of the children deliberately hurt one another.
Conn. woman dies after being infected with tickborne virus
She is the second person in Connecticut to test positive for the virus this year and the first to die.
For first time ever, average gas prices in New York hits $5
Drivers across the Tri-State Area continue to feel the squeeze at the pump.
Drivers hoping for relief as gas prices again hit record highs
The national average for a gallon of regular reached $4.87 on Monday. It's even more expensive in the Tri-State Area.
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Police: 7-year-old girl drowns during backyard pool party in Teaneck
Police said the child was first reported missing at around 6 p.m. on Sunday. She was later found in the pool.
2 planes partially collide on tarmac at Newark Airport
United Airlines says two of its planes made contact on the tarmac before departing.
95-year-old WWII vet finally receives high school diploma
Now 95 and blessed with a massive family, Lyndhurst High School grad says he still enjoys many of life's pleasures.
N.J. couple recalls escape from Surfside condo collapse
"The hardest part is knowing you walked out and other people didn't," Janette Aguero said.
Murphy asks NJ lawmakers to look into creating gun-free zones
Murphy called the Supreme Court's ruling on firearm carry laws an outrage.
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Heroes save former NYPD cop after he collapsed at Long Island restaurant
Medics kept the resuscitation going on the way to the hospital. Five times John Balestrieri had to be brought back.
Schumer trying to get tax relief for Long Islanders who fixed cesspools
He has asked the USDA to formally determine the grants protect and preserve the environment, making them tax exempt.
Zeldin campaign says antisemitic death threat made against GOP candidate for governor
If elected, Zeldin would be New York's first Jewish Republican governor.
Belt Parkway reopens in Queens after drivers suspected of racing crashed
Police believe the drivers of a BMW and an Infinity were speeding and possibly racing when they struck two other cars.
Nassau Co. hoping to attract more lifeguards amid shortage
According to nationwide statistics, staffing shortages are impacting at least one-third of all U.S. swimming pools.
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Primary Day in New York: Voters decide who will be their candidates for governor
On the Democratic side, Gov. Kathy Hochul is facing a primary challenge from two other candidates, while Republicans will choose from four candidates on the primary ballot.
Westchester County passes law allowing women safe access to abortion
The Reproductive Health Care Facilities Access Act passed the county Board of Legislators on Monday night.
How to watch Tuesday's unexpected House Jan. 6 committee hearing
The committee announced it would be holding the last-minute hearing to "present recently obtained evidence and receive witness testimony."
Focus shifts to "trigger laws" and state courts after Roe v. Wade is overturned
Judges in Louisiana and Utah temporarily blocked enforcement of trigger-law bans on abortion following the Supreme Courts' overturning of Roe v. Wade.
Hochul's quest, GOP logjam, and AOC vs. Adams highlight N.Y. primaries
Gov. Hochul will take on two challengers for the Democratic nomination, and there's a four-way Republican free for all.
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Westchester County passes law allowing women safe access to abortion
The Reproductive Health Care Facilities Access Act passed the county Board of Legislators on Monday night.
Health officials await additional monkeypox vaccines; Cases climb to 48 in New York City
The demand was overwhelming, and all appointments were booked through Monday.
Second day of long lines for monkeypox vaccine at Chelsea health clinic
The Chelsea Sexual Health Clinic opened at 11 a.m., but the line for a vaccine started forming outside about three hours earlier.
Hundreds line up for monkeypox vaccine in New York City
Demand was so high that it overwhelmed capacity and forced the city cut off walk-ins.
FDA bans Juul e-cigarettes from the U.S. market
Regulator's decision comes amid concerns that an epidemic of underage vaping will hook a new generation on nicotine.
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Alec Baldwin to interview Woody Allen on Tuesday
Actor to sit down with famed-yet-controversial director at 10:30 a.m. on Instagram Live
Broadway's "Chicago" celebrates 10,000th performance
"Chicago" is only the second Broadway show in history to play 10,000 performances.
Madonna appears at Terminal 5 to kick off Pride weekend
Madonna was only recently announced as a performer at the sold-out show.
Rapper Lil TJay 1 of 2 people shot overnight near shopping plaza in Edgewater, New Jersey
Police say another victim was found just down the road at a gas station. Three arrests have been made.
Shakespeare in the Park celebrates 60 years of summer public theater
Tuesday night was the first preview performance of "Richard III."
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Yankees score 6 in the 7th, take down struggling Athletics
Trailing by four runs early, Bombers rally for 23rd come-from-behind victory of the season, 9-5 on Monday night.
Report: Kyrie Irving returning to Nets in 2022-23
The seven-time All-Star averaged 27.4 points and 5.8 assists this past season.
Thousands join Achilles Hope and Possibility Run
New York Road Runners partner with Achilles International to produce an event for people of all abilities.
Burke gives first-place Union victory over NYCFC
The win gives Philadelphia sole possession of first place in the Eastern Conference with 29 points to 27 for NYCFC.
Arango, Palacios score in LAFC's victory over Red Bulls
New York (7-5-5) started 5-2-1 on the road, but has dropped three straight away from home — without scoring.
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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.
'The melting pot starts' at Kalustyan's in Midtown
For hard-to-find flavors from faraway continents, professional chefs and home cooks flock to a specialty food store founded in 1944.
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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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First Alert Weather: Tuesday morning 6/28 CBS2 weather headlines
CBS2's Elise Finch has a look at the forecast.
New York City public pools reopen
As CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports, staffing problems could still be an issue at some locations.
Ghislaine Maxwell set for sentencing
The British socialite was found guilty of helping Jeffrey Epstein abuse underage girls between 1994 and 2004.
Jan. 6 committee holding surprise hearing
Citing newly obtained evidence, the House Select Committee investigating the Jan. 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol has called a surprise hearing. The committee's next meeting wasn't supposed to happen until next month.
Recent Supreme Court decisions expected to boost turnout for primary day
Usually, there's a low turnout for primary elections, but with two major Supreme Court decision happening recently, experts think the changes will surely drive more people to the polls. CBS2's John Dias reports.
