New York deli offers free chickens to families in need
The owner of a deli in Saratoga Springs, New York, said he's given away dozens of chickens to families ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday.
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N.Y. deli giving away food to families in need
As Thanksgiving Day approaches, a deli in Saratoga Springs, New York, is doing its part to help dozens of families in need. Nikki Battiste has the story.
Cuomo urges caution this Thanksgiving
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said Tuesday that COVID-19 hospitalizations in the state are up 128% in three weeks, and he urged "serious caution" this Thanksgiving. Watch a portion of this press conference.
New York City mayor urges people to avoid travel this Thanksgiving
He told people who are traveling to do so safely and follow the rules, and warned of financial penalties for violations.
Owl found in Rockefeller tree recovering
An owl discovered in the branches of New York's Rockefeller Center Christmas tree is recovering and may soon return to the wild. The owl, named "Rockefeller," was hungry and dehydrated after spending three days stuck in the Christmas tree that was shipped 170 miles away from its original location.
Reflections on what to be thankful for amid the pandemic
While Thanksgiving 2020 be different than celebrations from past years, many are taking the time to pause and reflect on what they are still grateful for.
New York City wants to rein in the bots reading your resume
Most job applicants have no clue they're being evaluated by AI. The city wants to change that.
Doctor on curbing the spread of COVID-19
More than 70,000 Americans are hospitalized with the coronavirus and cases are spreading at dangerous levels nationwide. Dr. Teresa Amato, the chair of emergency medicine at Long Island Jewish Hospital in Queens, New York, joins CBSN to discuss how to reduce the risk this Thanksgiving and the progress towards a vaccine.
Teachers fatigued amid COVID pandemic
Recent studies are finding that teachers may be burning out due to circumstances brought on by the coronavirus pandemic. A recent study found 66% of teachers in Illinois say they are more burned out than usual. In New York, a citywide public school shutdown order is forcing teachers to change their routine again. Janet Shamlian reports.
New York City to close public schools as coronavirus cases rise
The nation's largest public school system will shift to fully remote learning as the state and nation grapple with the pandemic.
How a Long Island county tackled the pandemic
In a piece for The New Yorker magazine, Nassau County Executive Laura Curran discussed the earliest days of the pandemic in her Long Island community and how she and other local officials worked to keep their citizens safe. She joins CBSN to talk about her experience, what her county needs from the federal government, and how she hopes people can protect themselves during the holidays.
Shelter dog becomes a K-9 officer
A dog that was adopted from a shelter and returned twice has become the newest member of the Owego Police Department in New York. Chip Reid introduces us to K-9 Officer Maggie.
Shelter dog becomes newest member of police department
The officers in a small town police department in New York can't say enough about their newest recruit, especially considering the unusual route she traveled to get there.
Cuomo may sue Trump administration over vaccine distribution
Cuomo said that because the vaccine distribution plan depends on private health care providers, it could cause unequal distribution.
Can farming hemp help fight climate change?
Hemp, a species of cannabis that does not create a marijuana-like high, has an ancient history with usage dating back centuries.
Pig rescued from barn fire after woman sees it on livestream
A pig was able to be rescued from a burning barn thanks to a woman who was watching a livestream of the sleeping animal.
Trump accuses Cuomo of delaying vaccine
President Trump said Friday that a COVID-19 vaccine could be distributed widely by April, but he said delivery to New York could be delayed due to Governor Andrew Cuomo's comments. Watch his remarks.
NYC schools may close "as early as Monday" as cases spike
"Have a plan, an alternative plan, for as early as Monday," Mayor Bill de Blasio said.
New York City braces as COVID cases spikes
A second wave of coronavirus is about to crash down on New York City, prompting officials to take quick action. Meanwhile, New Jersey is seeing its highest daily COVID-19 case totals ever. Meg Oliver reports.
Local leaders implement drastic changes as COVID-19 cases surge
The number of new infections recorded each day in the U.S. has doubled in just three weeks, and Americans are now dying each day at levels not seen since the worst months of the pandemic.
New York sets new restrictions for bars, restaurants
The new restrictions, an effort to slow the spread of coronavirus, will go into effect Friday.
Syracuse University cancels in-person classes amid COVID surge
On Sunday, the school reported eight new student cases of COVID-19. Three days later, the number of new cases jumped to 52.
Mental health 911 calls will be handled by experts, not NYPD, in new program
First lady Chirlane McCray said NYPD officers will be "relieved" of responsibilities they should have never have been asked to handle.
Indie booksellers struggle during COVID-19
The Strand Book Store is a New York institution, with four floors of books, and 93 years of tradition. But while it survived a Great Depression, World War II, 9/11 and Amazon, it has struggled during the era of COVID-19. New Yorker contributor Kelefa Sanneh talks with the Strand's owners, and with the owners of EyeSeeMe, an African-American children's bookstore in St. Louis, about how independent booksellers are finding ways to cope during the coronavirus pandemic, and about the community of readers that wants them to survive.
NYPD investigating anti-discrimination chief over alleged vulgar posts
The investigation comes after the New York City Council's Oversight and Investigations Division released a report linking Deputy Inspector James Kobel to vulgar posts spanning more than a year.
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