Suffolk Police promote technology to boost school safety
Some Long Island schools are stepping up safety techniques after another teenager was arrested for allegedly making a shooting threat against a school.
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Pets rescued in illegal breeding bust on Long Island
Another place in Deer Park was also raided. The investigation started after complaints over multiple code violations.
L.I. authorities make illegal pet breeding busts
Authorities on Long Island say they've busted multiple locations allegedly used for illegal pet breeding.
Mother wants upgraded charges after motorcyclist strikes son
Adrian McCall showed CBS2 swaths of scrapes after a neighbor on a bike slammed into him.
L.I. mother demanding upgraded charges after motorcyclist hits child
On Long Island, neighborhood fun on a residential street took a scary turn. Now, a mother is demanding upgraded charges for a motorcyclist who slammed into an 11-year-old. As CBS2's Carolyn Gusoff reports, the suspect is accused of intentionally riding recklessly, and it was all caught on camera.
Long Island custodian brightens students' days with amazing art
His day job is to keep district schools clean, but "Mr. Mike" is also about teaching students to give back.
L.I. school custodian brightens walls with beautiful murals
A hidden talent is now out in the open, brightening school walls on Long Island. As CBS2's Carolyn Gusoff reports, a school custodian in West Babylon is also an accomplished artist and his art is teaching students to give back.
70-year-old Helen Benjamin missing on Long Island
Benjamin was last seen Thursday evening on Lakeway Drive in West Babylon.
Off-duty NYPD detective shoots alleged intruder at Long Island home
Police are investigating a shooting involving an off-duty police detective on Long Island; CBS2's Kiran Dhillon reports.
NYPD: Burglar shot during break-in at officer's home
An investigation is underway on Long Island after an off-duty NYPD detective shot an alleged intruder Saturday.
Off-duty NYPD detective shoots alleged intruder at Long Island home
Police say it happened around 3:30 a.m. Saturday in West Babylon.
Police: Off-duty NYPD detective shoots intruder at Long Island home
An investigation is underway in Suffolk County after police say an off-duty NYPD detective shot a man trying to break into his home.
Police: Dog Stolen From Front Yard Of West Babylon Home
Suffolk County Police want your help finding a dognapper.
Long Island Cemetery Again Under Fire, This Time For Gravesite Maintenance
A Long Island cemetery that messed up by burying people in the wrong plots is now allegedly neglecting to care for gravesites that families say they spent thousands of dollars on.
Suffolk County Company Out To Help People With Autism Who Have Aged Out Of School Find Employment
For individuals with disabilities, finding work can be challenging and heartbreaking. Only 1 in 9 young adults on the autism spectrum have a job.
Gravediggers Disinter Body Mistakenly Buried In 100-Year-Old World War II Veteran's Plot As Family Seeks Answers From Beth Moses Cemetery
The cemetery finally called the family to say the woman wrongly buried in Krimsky's plot is being exhumed and moved to her nearby final resting place within Beth Moses Cemetery in a "private religious process."
On Day Of Beloved Father's Funeral, Long Island Family Says They Learned Someone Else Was Buried In His Plot
The man's daughter says it does not make sense how this happened because her family spent about $300,000 over the last 50 years for 18 plots in one area.
Long Island Man Dies From Coronavirus 100 Years After Twin Brother Died In Spanish Flu Pandemic
Born in 1919, Philip Kahn's twin brother died just weeks later in one of the deadliest pandemics in human history.
Suffolk County Police Officer Honored For Bravery After Saving Family From New Year's Eve Fire
Officer Avi Donnenfeld was honored with a proclamation from the people of Suffolk County on Tuesday for his bravery and dedication.
Wednesday Vote To Determine The Fate Of Existing Red Light Camera Program In Suffolk County
It has been a contentious topic for years and this week lawmakers will decide whether or not to continue the controversial red light camera program.
West Babylon Neighborhood Rattled By Early Morning Gunfire
A teenager was recovering in the hospital on Wednesday after someone shot up a Long Island home earlier in the day.
Woman, Man Gunned Down On Quiet Long Island Street
Suffolk County Police say a woman, 21, and a man, 22, were fatally shot Wednesday night in West Babylon.
Suffolk County Schools Partner With Police To Keep Students Safe
The initiative, known as SHARE, allows schools to connect their closed-circuit cameras directly to the Suffolk County Police Department, both inside the headquarters and with cops on beat using tablets.
8 Hurt When SUV Crashes Into Wendy's On Long Island
The restaurant was filled with people eating and working, including some children, when glass suddenly flew everywhere.
Residents Cleaning Up After Water Main Break Floods Streets, Homes In West Babylon
Crews worked through the night and have repaired the ruptured water main on Neptune Avenue.
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More protests planned in Union Square after Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
Organizers said abortion rights supporters cannot afford to wait for November elections to take action.
Biden signs gun control bill into law
The move marks the most considerable changes to U.S. gun laws in decades.
1 dead, 4 hurt after driver strikes pedestrians in Brooklyn
Police say it happened just after 7 p.m. at Macon Street and Ralph Avenue in Bedford-Stuyvesant.
Missing Persons Day offers resources, support for loved ones
Attendees had the chance to voluntarily share information like photos and DNA reference samples.
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.
Dozens of guns collected at buyback event in Harlem
It was hosted by the Manhattan District Attorney's Office and the NYPD.
Police: Child struck by ice cream truck in Brooklyn
Police say a 52-year-old man was driving a Mister Softee truck when he struck an 11-year-old riding a bicycle.
Brian Laundrie's written confession to Gabby Petito killing released: "I ended her life"
The attorney for Brian Laundrie's family has released images of a notebook where Laundrie confessed to killing Gabby Petito. In an eight page letter, Laundrie said "I ended her life."
Nassau Police disable improvised "soda bomb" device left near elementary school gate
Nassau Police say it was a student's father who made the discovery this morning, the last day of school.
Astros' Javier, bullpen combine to no-hit Yanks
New York was no-hit for just the eighth time. Houston had been the previous team to do it on June 11, 2003.
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More protests planned in NYC over Roe v. Wade decision
Organizers said abortion rights supporters cannot afford to wait for November elections to take action.
1 dead, 4 hurt after driver strikes pedestrians in Brooklyn
Police say it happened just after 7 p.m. at Macon Street and Ralph Avenue in Bedford-Stuyvesant.
Missing Persons Day offers resources, support for loved ones
Attendees had the chance to voluntarily share information like photos and DNA reference samples.
Dozens of guns collected at buyback event in Harlem
It was hosted by the Manhattan District Attorney's Office and the NYPD.
Astros' Javier, bullpen combine to no-hit Yanks
New York was no-hit for just the eighth time. Houston had been the previous team to do it on June 11, 2003.
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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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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.
N.J. Six Flags park welcomes litter of Siberian tigers
The five cubs were born on May 2.
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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.
Brian Laundrie's written confession to Gabby Petito killing released: "I ended her life"
The attorney for Brian Laundrie's family has released images of a notebook where Laundrie confessed to killing Gabby Petito. In an eight page letter, Laundrie said "I ended her life."
Nassau Police disable improvised "soda bomb" device left near elementary school gate
Nassau Police say it was a student's father who made the discovery this morning, the last day of school.
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.
Many on Long Island hail SCOTUS gun-carry law decision as big victory
They say New York's rule was arbitrary, adding the more people carrying guns to protect themselves, the safer we'll all be.
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Local leaders react to supreme court overturning Roe v. Wade
The 1973 decision that established the right to an abortion across the country.
Supreme Court strikes down Roe v. Wade in seismic shift for abortion rights
The Supreme Court issued its highly anticipated decision in a case involving a Mississippi law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
NY lawmakers to mull post-Supreme Court gun bills next week
Hochul called the decision "reckless and reprehensible" as she announced she will convene a special session.
SCOTUS ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade could impact N.Y. governor's race
In a blue state like New York, political experts say the ruling is the political equivalent of manna from heaven.
Hochul, Adams vow to protect abortion access in New York
New York could very well become the country's abortion capital.
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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.
Kids begin receiving COVID vaccine at Cohen Children's Medical Center
The CDC authorized the shots over the weekend and now they are available to roughly 20 million children in the U.S.
NYC launches COVID vaccine sites for children under 5
Mayor Eric Adams and Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan toured a site ahead of its opening in Times Square, reassuring parents the vaccines are safe and effective.
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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."
CBS2 catches up with former Menudo member Cesar Abreu
The Washington Heights resident and NYU grad said he is living his truth as he moves on with next stages of his career.
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Alonso hits two HRs, Mets beat Marlins
Alonso's home run over the left-center field wall against Miami reliever Jimmy Yacabonis (0-1) snapped a 3-3 tie.
Astros' Javier, bullpen combine to no-hit Yanks
New York was no-hit for just the eighth time. Houston had been the previous team to do it on June 11, 2003.
Verlander pitches Astros to win, ends Yanks' home streak
New York lost for just the fourth time in its last 23 games overall.
Lindor homers, knocks in 4 as Mets top Marlins
Lindor gave the Mets a quick lead with his solo shot in the first.
Judge, Yanks agree to $19 million deal, avoid hearing
The slugger remains on track to become a free agent after the World Series.
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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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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.
Buffalo shooting: 10 killed, 3 injured at supermarket
Ten people were killed and three were injured in a mass shooting at a Buffalo supermarket on May 14, 2022.
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NYC gears up for Pride March happening Sunday
New York City is gearing up for the famous Pride March happening Sunday.
Office of chief medical examiner hosts NYC Missing Persons Day
Saturday, New York City's office of chief medical examiner hosted NYC Missing Persons Day.
Demonstrators protest outside Supreme Court after Roe v. Wade decision
Protesters both for and against abortion rights were back out in front of the Supreme Court on Saturday. Serena Marshall reports for CBS2.
Abortion rights advocates gather again in Washington Square Park
There were protests all day Saturday in Manhattan following Friday's Supreme Court decision to eliminate the constitutional right to abortion. CBS2's Thalia Perez reports.
One person killed, 4 hurt in Bedford-Stuyvesant crash
One person is dead after a driver struck multiple pedestrians in Brooklyn on Saturday.
