NYC still storing hundreds of COVID victims in refrigerated trucks
The city's medical examiner's office said that 750 bodies are being kept in long-term storage in refrigerated trailers at a Brooklyn pier.
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Where the NYC mayor's race stands
One of New York City's top mayoral candidates is hoping to rebuild his support after losing several key endorsements over a sexual misconduct accusation. Politico New York reporter Erin Durkin joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss the state of the race before the June 22 primary.
Trend-setting restaurant goes meat-free
Eleven Madison Park, a highly acclaimed restaurant in New York City, is dropping meat from its upscale menu when it reopens in June, becoming one of the most high-profile restaurants to adopt a vegan menu. CBS News reporter Kate Smith joined CBSN with more.
Oregon restores restrictions as COVID cases rise
New coronavirus shutdowns are going into effect in Oregon, as the state leads the nation in new infections for a second week in a row. Meanwhile, Florida and New York are lifting most restrictions. CBS News' Mola Lenghi and Jonathan Vigliotti report on the developments from coast-to-coast. Then, Dr. Leo Nissola, an immunotherapy scientist, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with his analysis.
A new airport art installation takes off
Sarah Sze has created public art for display in New York City before, but never of this magnitude: a 50-foot-tall, five-ton constellation of images of the city she loves, in the newly-revamped Terminal B of LaGuardia Airport. Correspondent David Pogue talks with Sze about her airborne sculpture, titled "Shorter Than the Day," that serves as a welcome for visitors to the Big Apple.
FBI searching Giuliani's phone and computer
Federal investigators executed search warrants against former New York City mayor and Trump lawyer Rudy Giuliani as well as attorney Victoria Toensing. WNYC senior editor Andrea Bernstein, co-host of the "Trump, Inc." podcast, spoke to CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano about the investigation.
NYC plans July reopening as Northwest faces surge
New York City is on the verge of reopening while states in the Pacific Northwest are facing another surge. Nikki Battiste reports.
Feds raid Rudy Guiliani's residence amid Ukraine probe
Federal agents executed a search warrant at Rudy Giuliani's New York City residence as part of an investigation into his dealings with Ukraine. Jeff Pegues has more.
New York to end curfew on bars, restaurants
New York State will end its midnight curfew on restaurants and bars in May, Governor Andrew Cuomo said Wednesday. The pandemic-era curfew will end on May 17 for outdoor dining and on May 31 for indoor dining. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
NYC jail captain indicted in suicide of inmate
Rebecca Hillman showed "callous disregard" for Ryan Wilson by ordering officers not to perform potentially lifesaving measures in a locked cell for 15 minutes, DA says.
Yang leading polls in NYC mayor's race
In two months, Democratic voters in New York City will head to the polls and likely pick the city's next mayor. New York Times Metro political reporter Jeffery Mays spoke with Caitlin Huey-Burns on CBSN's "Red & Blue" about the state of the race.
Asian man hospitalized after brutal attack in NYC
An Asian man was pushed to ground and stomped on repeatedly on Friday night in the East Harlem neighborhood in New York City. He was taken to the hospital where he is in critical, but stable condition. CBS New York's Christina Fan has more.
Group marches in NYC to support Asian man brutally attacked
"I'm very scared right now. I'm so worried that my husband might never come back," the man's wife said.
Manhattan DA to stop prosecuting prostitution
Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus Vance Jr. announced his office will no longer prosecute prostitution cases, marking a major victory for sex worker advocates. Vance also announced all cases dating back to 1970 will be dropped. Human trafficking expert Kimberly Mehlman-Orozco joined CBSN to explain the nuances of decriminalization and what comes next for sex workers in New York City.
New York City opens all city-run vaccination sites to walk-ins
"This is what will bring us forward," Mayor Bill de Blasio said Friday. "This is what will create a recovery for all of us."
NYC mayoral candidate Eric Adams interview
Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams, who's running to be New York City's next mayor, joined CBSN on Friday to discuss a spike in crime in the city, calls for police reform and Derek Chauvin's conviction, among other issues. Watch the interview.
Man who set off pipe bomb in NYC subway gets life in prison
Akayed Ullah apologized before the judge sentenced him, calling the crime "barbaric and heinous."
Conservationists grapple with decades of stormwater runoff pollution
The Environmental Protection Agency calls polluted runoff "one of the greatest threats to clean water."
Genetic Genealogy, Off the Rails, Fly Like an Eagle
Inside the genetic genealogy being used to solve crimes; then, why has the New York City subway gone off the rails?; and, how an Oklahoma woman learned to fly like an eagle in Mongolia.
Police shooting spurs Minnesota protests
Protests erupted overnight following the deadly police shooting of a black man outside Minneapolis. The incident happened about 10 miles from where the trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin begins its third week. CBS News correspondent Laura Podesta joins CBSN AM with more.
Ramsey Clark dies at 93
Ramsey Clark, a former Attorney General during the Johnson Administration, died Friday at the age of 93. Clark is remembered for his work on desegregation and defending high-profile figures like Saddam Hussein.
New York state legalizes recreational marijuana
Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed legislation to make marijuana legal in New York state. CBS New York’s Jessica Moore reports.
Ray McGuire on why he's running for NYC mayor
Polls show half of New York City's likely voters are still undecided about who they'll back in the June 22 Democratic primary for mayor. Ray McGuire is one of eight major candidates seeking the nomination. He spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about the race and why he believe he's the best fit for the nation's biggest city.
Police searching for suspects in series of muggings in NYC
The most recent incident took place early March 31 when they threatened to stab a man a stole his cellphone and wallet, police said.
NYC leaders making it easier to sue police officers
New York City Council approved a law that ends qualified immunity for NYPD police officers. Qualified immunity shields officers from liability, even if the conduct is illegal. This law has been in place since the late 1960s. Ending this law makes it easier for citizens to sue police officers who violate citizens' Fourth Amendment rights. Critics say the law protects officers and allows them to do their jobs. New York City Council speaker Corey Johnson joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss why the law needs to end.
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