Woodside, Queens block renamed "Little Manila"
Dozens gathered at the ceremony on Sunday at Roosevelt Avenue and 70th Street. CBS2's Maurice Dubois reports.
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Street renamed to honor neighborhood's Filipino community
The intersection of 70th Street and Roosevelt Avenue in Woodside is being renamed Little Manilla.
Man critically hurt in Queens hit-and-run
Police said the man was trying to cross when he was struck by a gray pickup truck that fled the scene.
Hurricane season predictions have NYC residents fearing the worst
News of yet another above-average hurricane season this year is alarming many in low-lying areas.
Queens community soon to be renamed 'Little Manila'
The Woodside street also has businesses that help people send packages to the Philippines, and there's a national bank.
Queens community will soon be known as "Little Manila"
As part of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, CBS2's Leah Mishkin helps put the spotlight on a Queens community that will soon officially be known as Little Manila.
FDNY: 3 hurt in Woodside fire
The fire started just before midnight on Broadway near 64th Street in Queens.
3 hurt in Woodside fire, FDNY says
The fire in Queens is under investigation.
NYPD Release Video Of Person Of Interest In Shooting Of Off-Duty Lieutenant In Queens
It happened Dec. 16 in Woodside. Police say at least three armed men wearing ski masks tried to rob the off-duty lieutenant, who was shot several times.
Sources: Man Arrested For Armed Robbery Attempt That Led To Shootout With Off-Duty NYPD Lieutenant
Hundreds of people were suddenly ushered out of La Boom nightclub in Woodside when gunfire erupted outside.
Off-Duty NYPD Lieutenant Hospitalized, Suspect Dead After Shooting Outside Queens Nightclub
Police said the off-duty lieutenant was leaving a Myke Towers concert at La Boom nightclub when a group of armed men followed him outside.
Storm Topples Large Tree Onto Car In Jackson Heights, Queens; Hollis Residents Remain Mindful Of Prior Storm Devastation
Queens residents still picking up the pieces from Ida were anxious to avoid a repeat of that storm. Thankfully, most were spared Tuesday, but one man woke up to significant damage to his car.
Residents Displaced After SUV Smashes Into Queens Home; Charges Pending Against Driver, NYPD Says
The SUV plowed into the front bedroom of the home around 1:30 a.m., knocking down a wall that was just feet from a resident's bed.
Queens Residents Implore President Biden To Help With Long-Term Change To Prevent Future Severe Storm Destruction
Biden's trip to East Elmhurst centered on an alley near 87th Street that was inundated with seven feet of water.
President Biden Approves Major Disaster Declaration In Parts Of New York And New Jersey, Authorizing Federal Aid For Storm Victims
President Biden signed a declaration to pump out federal funds to the local level, which will help New Yorkers in dire need.
New York City Opens Storm Service Centers In All 5 Boroughs To Assist Ida Victims
The centers offer services like information on food assistance, health insurance and how to have homes inspected.
More Resources Made Available For New Yorkers Cleaning Up From Flooding, Damage Caused By Ida's Remnants
The Office of Emergency Management says the goal is to link renters and homeowners with resources on every level.
Ida Death Toll: More Than 3 Dozen People Killed When Flood Waters Sweep Tri-State; De Blasio Announces New Storm Evacuation Plan
Among those killed in New York City was a family of three in Woodside, Queens, including a 2-year-old boy.
Man Shot In Stomach After Apparent Road Rage Incident In Queens
Police say the victim got out of his car and walked over to another car, and the suspect pulled out a gun and opened fire.
2 Wounded In Shooting Outside Gentleman's Club In Queens
Police said a group of men got into a dispute outside the club. A 25-year-old was shot in the right arm, and a 32-year-old was shot in the leg.
Police Investigating Vandalism, Tire Slashings In Queens Neighborhood
The NYPD says the vandals spray-painted symbols of hate on a home on 63rd Street in Woodside on Tuesday night. A red car outside was also spray-painted and had its tires slashed.
Mother Danezja Kilpatrick Charged With Murder After Twins Dallis And Dakota Bentley Found Dead In Queens Apartment
Danezja Kilpatrick was charged in the murders of her 46-day-old twins Dakota and Dallis Bentley.
Newborn Twins Dakota and Dallis Bentley Found Dead In Queens, Mother In Custody
The mother's cousin told police the mother did not sound right when they spoke on the phone and requested a wellness check for the babies.
Wedding With Nearly 300 People Busted At Queens Venue, Chinatown Karaoke Bar Shut Down For Violations
Investigators say there were nearly 300 people inside, celebrating a wedding, when officers arrived just before midnight.
Queens Boulevard Construction Goes Underground To Save Time And Eyesore
Driving along Queens Boulevard, you'll notice the construction work on the side of the bus roadway, but you'll likely have no idea what's going on right below you.
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Hochul could sign new gun control bill Thursday
The Supreme Court ruled guns could be banned in "sensitive places," but it wasn't clear about what locations qualify.
First Alert Weather: CBS2's 6/30 Thursday morning forecast
It's another dry start and that will continue all day.
R. Kelly sentenced to 30 years in prison
Kelly was accused of using his celebrity status and a network of people to target girls, boys and young women for sex.
Video of man with gun in subway station sparks concealed carry concerns
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Mom, half-brother charged with murder in Bronx girl's death
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Crime Without Punishment: A closer look at disparities in NYPD's homicide clearance rates
According to data analyzed by CBS News, the national homicide clearance rate has been improving for cases involving white victims, but falling for Black and Hispanic victims.
Goats help Riverside Park Conservancy clean hillside
Goats from a local farm will roam the sloped terrain that is full of invasive plants.
Abortion rights activists protest in Midtown
They blocked the entrance to the University Club of New York on West 54th Street.
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Hochul could sign new gun control bill Thursday
The Supreme Court ruled guns could be banned in "sensitive places," but it wasn't clear about what locations qualify.
Goats help Riverside Park Conservancy clean hillside
Goats from a local farm will roam the sloped terrain that is full of invasive plants.
Abortion rights activists protest in Midtown
They blocked the entrance to the University Club of New York on West 54th Street.
Caught on camera: NYPD rescues man from water in Jamaica Bay
The man was not injured but was checked out by an EMS crew as a precaution.
Police: Mother pushing stroller fatally shot on Upper East Side
Police say the woman was pushing her 3-month-old baby in a stroller when a gunman approached her from behind.
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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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Officials report increase in guns found at Newark Airport
The TSA says 80% of the firearms were loaded.
Police searching for suspects after car plows into N.J. flower shop
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1-year-old critical after near drowning in N.J., police say
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Harassing packages sent to former NJ home of Samuel Alito
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Port Authority asks flyers to pre-book parking at airports
The Port Authority says travelers who do not pre-book parking spots will be charged a summer peak period surcharge.
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Experts remind public to leave fireworks to professionals
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Fishermen catch small shark at Nassau County beach
Once on the sand, they removed the hook and released the shark.
Strangers, social media help woman get back dresses she left on LIRR
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Nassau County rolling out "vaxmobile" for children
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Police: Missing 10-year-old from North Bellport found safe
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Hochul could sign new gun control bill Thursday
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Abortion rights activists protest in Midtown
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Former aide on Jan. 6 warnings, pardon requests, and Trump trying to grab the wheel
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Hochul, Zeldin projected winners in N.Y. primary election
Gov. Kathy Hochul and Congressman Lee Zeldin will go toe-to-toe in November.
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NYC monkeypox cases rise as city waits for vaccine shipment
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Chokshi details de Blasio-Cuomo tensions during pandemic
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Westchester County passes law allowing women safe access to abortion
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Health officials await additional monkeypox vaccines; Cases climb to 48 in New York City
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Second day of long lines for monkeypox vaccine at Chelsea health clinic
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R. Kelly faces sentencing in Brooklyn court
Kelly was accused of using his celebrity status and a network of people to target girls, boys and young women for sex.
Off-Broadway events offer affordable, family-friendly fun
Offerings include some familiar characters and prices that don't strain family budgets, with some shows for free.
Jimmy Awards honor high school musical theater performers
The two winners for Best Performance by an Actor and Actress receive $25,000 scholarships.
Teen reunites with TV crew who helped him after car crash
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Mary Mara, "ER" and "Law & Order" actress, dies at 61 in apparent drowning
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Brenner completes hat trick in 70th, Cincinnati draws NYCFC
NYCFC (8-4-4) got two goals from Héber, another one from Gabriel Pereira and one from Talles Magno.
Verlander dominant, sends Mets to first 3-game losing streak of season
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Judge, Stanton homer as Yankees sweep A's, improve to 56-20
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Sears pitches major league-best Yankees past lowly A's
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Tucker homers, Valdez goes 8 in Astros' romp over Mets
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Zaragoza Deli & Grocery: An East Village home for Mexican family recipes
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Eddie's Sweet Shop: A '1930s time warp' in Forest Hills where the ice cream is homemade
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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
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Gunman kills 20-year-old woman pushing baby stroller
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First Alert Weather: CBS2's 6/30 Thursday morning update
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"Running of the Goats" held in Riverside Park
It was "on your mark, get set, goats" in Riverside Park on the West Side on Wednesday.
Data shows NYPD homicide clearance rate is worse than national average
Nearly half of all murderers in our country are walking free, and in a first-of-its-kind collaboration with CBS News, we're examining what's behind the rise in "Crime Without Punishment." Barely 50% of murder cases in the U.S. get solved, and as CBS2's Ali Bauman reports, the NYPD's clearance rate is even worse.
