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The Senate voted Thursday to confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services.
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The Senate voted Thursday to confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services.
Callers have been swamping Capitol Hill in record numbers, voicing concerns over cuts to federal programs and other Trump administration actions.
Former New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez was sentenced Wednesday on 16 counts of bribery, extortion, conspiracy and obstruction of justice.
The Senate quickly confirmed Rubio as the nation's top diplomat hours after Trump was sworn in.
CBS News New York's Jessica Moore has the latest on the day on Capitol Hill for Attorney General nominee Pam Bondi and Secretary of State nominee Marco Rubio.
Sen. Marco Rubio, President-elect Donald Trump's pick to lead the State Department as secretary of state, answered questions Wednesday from the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
Prosecutors say former U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez should be imprisoned for 15 years after the Democrat became the first to be convicted of abusing a Senate committee leadership position and the first public official to be convicted of serving as a foreign agent.
The 119th Congress begins Friday with Republicans in full control of the House and Senate for the first time since 2019. Here's what to know.
Andy Kim officially began his term as U.S. senator for New Jersey on Monday as he was sworn in three weeks early.
Two New Jersey Democrats made history on Tuesday, but vote margins in the state are reasons for some concern.
New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand has won her bid for reelection against Republican challenger Mike Sapraicone, CBS News projects.
Former President Donald Trump will return to the White House after securing victories in several battleground states.
Democrat Andy Kim and Republican Curtis Bashaw discuss the issues in New Jersey U.S. Senate race
The seat was left open when Robert Menendez stepped down after being convicted on federal corruption and bribery charges. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez is expected to resign next month after he was convicted on federal bribery charges. CBS New York's Jessica Moore has the breaking news.
New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez is planning to resign in August, following last week's conviction on federal bribery charges.
More than two dozen House Democrats and four senators have now called on President Biden to end his reelection bid.
Despite many calls to resign, convicted Sen. Bob Menendez says he's staying put.
Pressure is mounting on convicted felon Bob Menendez to resign from the U.S. Senate, but not everyone thinks he will.
The pressure is mounting on Menendez to resign following Tuesday's conviction on 16 counts in his corruption trial. CBS New York's Christine Sloan reports.
CBS New York's Christine Sloan has covered Sen. Bob Menendez for more than 30 years and described Tuesday's verdict as "an extraordinary moment."
Senator Peter Welch joins nearly a dozen House Democrats publicly calling on President Biden to end his candidacy.
Senate Republicans largely opposed a Democratic-led effort to advance legislation to protect access to IVF.
The senator still has time to withdraw from the race and not appear on the ballot if he's convicted on bribery and corruption charges.
Sen. Chuck Schumer says reproductive rights are at the heart of the 2024 presidential race and congressional battles.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams has a crucial day ahead as a judge is set to rule whether or not to drop his federal corruption case.
A Queens woman was tricked into draining her life savings through an elaborate scheme that went on for weeks, and her family says they had no clue.
A man was fatally shot by police officers outside an NYPD station house in Queens on Tuesday evening.
New York City council member Oswald Feliz proposes two bills aimed to prevent syringes from ending up in parks.
A new three-bedroom house in Uniondale is going for less than half of what other homes in the area usually cost. It will be sold via a lottery, which is now open for interested applicants.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams has a crucial day ahead as a judge is set to rule whether or not to drop his federal corruption case.
A Queens woman was tricked into draining her life savings through an elaborate scheme that went on for weeks, and her family says they had no clue.
A man was fatally shot by police officers outside an NYPD station house in Queens on Tuesday evening.
New York City council member Oswald Feliz proposes two bills aimed to prevent syringes from ending up in parks.
The Lindy Hop lives on in a new generation of swing dancers.
It was another cold, windy day around NYC, Long Island and New Jersey. We also have an additional update on potential snow.
Monday is a First Alert Weather Day due to high winds and cold chill, and there's the potential for some snow later this week.
Freezing rain, ice and wind are the main weather concerns Sunday from the latest winter storm impacting the Tri-State Area.
More than a dozen states, including New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, are challenging DOGE and the Trump administration's authority.
We're in for an active and stormy weekend, but the First Alert Weather Team has you covered.
A section of I-80 in Morris County is expected to remain closed for several weeks due to emergency sinkhole repairs, the New Jersey Department of Transportation says.
A Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey man is facing attempted murder charges for allegedly shooting a woman in the face with a crossbow in Saddle Brook.
It was another cold, windy day around NYC, Long Island and New Jersey. We also have an additional update on potential snow.
A freight train derailment in New Jersey suspended NJ Transit service on the Raritan Valley Line on Tuesday morning.
A water main break near the border of Hoboken and Jersey City prompted a boil water advisory Tuesday in New Jersey.
A new three-bedroom house in Uniondale is going for less than half of what other homes in the area usually cost. It will be sold via a lottery, which is now open for interested applicants.
Long Island researchers and patients are urging the Trump administration to reconsider cuts to NIH research funding.
Monday is a First Alert Weather Day due to high winds and cold chill, and there's the potential for some snow later this week.
Freezing rain, ice and wind are the main weather concerns Sunday from the latest winter storm impacting the Tri-State Area.
We're in for an active and stormy weekend, but the First Alert Weather Team has you covered.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams has a crucial day ahead as a judge is set to rule whether or not to drop his federal corruption case.
As NYC Mayor Eric Adams faces pressure to step down, Gov. Kathy Hochul is meeting with key leaders to discuss whether he should be removed.
Long Island researchers and patients are urging the Trump administration to reconsider cuts to NIH research funding.
Gov. Kathy Hochul said she will have meetings on Tuesday with top New York leaders to discuss Mayor Eric Adams' future.
The Trump administration has begun firing several hundred Federal Aviation Administration employees, upending staff on a busy air travel weekend.
Long Island researchers and patients are urging the Trump administration to reconsider cuts to NIH research funding.
CBS News New York takes a look at what's being done to help New Yorkers living with the disease, and those who are caring for them.
Hair loss can be traumatic and, unfortunately, extremely common. But a New Jersey doctor says he has a new treatment.
Health experts say popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are safe, but the FDA warns counterfeits are becoming more widespread.
Recalled products involved a mix of Bavarian doughnuts, French crullers, éclairs and coffee rolls, according to FDA.
Mount Vernon's Clarence Maclin is an Academy Award nominee for his contributions to the screenplay of "Sing Sing," which tells a story that Maclin lived inside the walls of Sing Sing prison.
YouTube TV announced a deal to keep Paramount channels on its platform had been reached Saturday night, ending a public contract dispute.
Paul McCartney returned to New York City's Bowery Ballroom on Wednesday night one day after performing a sold-out surprise concert.
A federal appeals court has upheld singer R. Kelly's racketeering convictions and a 30-year prison sentence, finding he exploited his fame for over a quarter century to sexually abuse girls and young women.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on Wednesday unveiled their 2025 nominees for induction, which include Chubby Checker, OutKast and Mariah Carey.
RJ Luis Jr., Kadary Richmond and Zuby Ejiofor combined for 60 points in No. 9 St. John's 79-73 win over No. 24 Creighton on Sunday.
The 4 Nations Face-off game unfolded against the backdrop of uneasy tensions between the North American neighbors and longtime allies.
The New York Jets announced Thursday they told quarterback Aaron Rodgers they are moving on without him next season.
The Knicks outlasted the Hawks on Wednesday night in a thrilling final game before the All-Star break for both teams.
The Brooklyn Nets beat the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night in the teams' last game before the All-Star break.
New York City council member Oswald Feliz proposes two bills aimed to prevent syringes from ending up in parks.
The Lindy Hop lives on in a new generation of swing dancers.
On Friday, Michele Fitzsimmons became the FDNY's first female deputy chief.
An arts nonprofit says it's worried about the future if a controversial plan to build a casino in Coney Island moves forward.
Some bodegas in the Bronx are now selling eggs in threes as customers struggle with the soaring cost of an entire carton.
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.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
NYC Mayor Eric Adams is expected to appear in court Wednesday afternoon as a judge is set to rule whether or not to drop his federal case. CBS News New York's Christina Fan and Elijah Westbrook have team coverage.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.
CBS News New York's Rob Marciano has your First Alert Forecast for February 18 at 11 p.m.
A Queens woman was tricked into draining her life savings through an elaborate scheme that went on for weeks, and her family says they had no clue. The elaborate scheme involved talking computers, fake officials and gold bars. CBS News New York investigator Mahsa Saeidi shows us how the scammers pulled it off while keeping the victim silent.
Wednesday, a judge will consider dismissing New York City Mayor Eric Adams' corruption case at the request of federal prosecutors. It's a decision the governor will be watching closely. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman has more on what's at stake.