Biden Taps Connecticut Schools Chief Miguel Cardona As Secretary Of Education
Cardona was appointed to the top education post in Connecticut just months before the COVID-19 pandemic broke out in March.
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Cardona was appointed to the top education post in Connecticut just months before the COVID-19 pandemic broke out in March.
Dr. Sarah Sayeed spoke with CBSN New York's Aundrea Cline-Thomas to walk us through how you can stay involved and hold your public officials accountable. She's a chair and executive director of the New York City Civic Engagement Commission.
Expect a properly chilly day across the area with just a little bit of sunshine.
Cheers rang out Sunday as the second coronavirus vaccine left the warehouse en route to health care providers across the nation.
Travelers entering the state now must complete an online health form and self-quarantine for 10 days or until they receive a negative COVID test.
More than 2,000 health care workers have received the first dose of their vaccine so far, acting as role models for everyone else.
The powerful winter storm that brought the most snow to parts of our area in two years is moving on.
The major winter storm that blew into our area Wednesday is the first major snow of its kind in New York City in several years.
Snow began falling across the Tri-State Area on Wednesday as the winter storm we've been bracing for arrived, but how much should we expect when it's all over?
The system coordinates various state agencies and municipalities with United Way, 211 and shelters to get vulnerable populations out of the cold and into shelters.
More than 630 state plows and 18 industrial loaders are standing by.
This summer, millions lost power, some for weeks at a time, after Hurricane Isaias, so how are the utilities preparing this time around?
Lawmakers and community leaders came together virtually Monday to mourn, remember and call to action.
High school course requirements are changing in Connecticut.
Animal Control officials said the the coyote has already killed one family's beloved dog.
She's one of 108 participants within her company that is partnering with the V Foundation for Cancer Research.
Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch says threats are typical this time of year around 9/11, the U.N. General Assembly and Jewish high holidays.
In July 2001, professional tour guide Christina Stanton and her husband moved just six blocks away from the Twin Towers.
With the world's greatest professional golfers set to arrive at Bethpage Black for the biannual battle between the U.S. and Europe, local residents are busy renting out their homes and driveways.
The new lungs can triple the length of survival and can even last decades. If not, a second transplant is an option.
The first opportunity to secure tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in East Rutherford, New Jersey, gets underway on Wednesday.
Doctors say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer.
Once the 1 p.m. hour rolled around Saturday, thunderstorms started erupting all over the Tri-State Area.
NYC and the surrounding area could see rain showers or storms this afternoon into the evening commute.
It's back to a summery feel on Thursday.
She's one of 108 participants within her company that is partnering with the V Foundation for Cancer Research.
State health officials say the executive directive eliminates barriers to access for New Jersey residents.
Officials said Tuesday it will be some time before they reopen a Woodbridge Township, New Jersey, road that is closed due to a mysterious, long crack.
The boil water advisory affects the entire city of Hoboken, New Jersey.
The first opportunity to secure tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in East Rutherford, New Jersey, gets underway on Wednesday.
With the world's greatest professional golfers set to arrive at Bethpage Black for the biannual battle between the U.S. and Europe, local residents are busy renting out their homes and driveways.
The new lungs can triple the length of survival and can even last decades. If not, a second transplant is an option.
Only a few days after EpiPens were placed in select police cruisers, officers used one to save a man's life after he was stung by a bee.
The first opportunity to secure tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in East Rutherford, New Jersey, gets underway on Wednesday.
Unions representing half of the LIRR's workforce, including engineers and ticket workers, claim higher wages are three years overdue.
The New York Times and Siena College poll also found the race tightens between Mamdani and Cuomo if all other candidates drop out.
The new records include a birthday letter to Epstein allegedly written by President Trump, which he has denied writing.
A jury's conclusion that President Trump should pay E. Jean Carroll more than $83 million in damages for defamation was "fair and reasonable," a federal appeals panel ruled.
If you thought the ballot lineup was set in stone when Jim Walden dropped out and incumbent Eric Adams said he was still in the race, think again.
Ryan Routh, 59, has pleaded not guilty to charges of attempting to assassinate Mr. Trump during the presidential campaign and will be representing himself at trial.
State health officials say the executive directive eliminates barriers to access for New Jersey residents.
The new lungs can triple the length of survival and can even last decades. If not, a second transplant is an option.
This year marks 35 years of Koman's annual event raising money for breast cancer research, advocacy and support.
Doctors say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer.
For Dr. Ellen Mandel, supporting the mission to end breast cancer is personal.
Shortly after pranking listeners over exit, Howard Stern said SiriusXM has approached him about keeping his show on the air.
Rick Davies, lead singer and co-founder of Supertramp, has died of cancer at 81. The British band says he left "an indelible mark on rock music history."
See the full list of winners and nominees for the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards.
Want to watch the 2025 VMAs live tonight? Here's how to catch the red carpet interviews and star-studded performances.
A jury has ruled in favor of Cardi B in a lawsuit where a security guard accused her of assault during the rapper's first pregnancy.
Judge matched Berra on Aug. 31 in a 3-2 loss to the Chicago White Sox when he hit a solo homer against Martín Pérez.
The Tigers took advantage of wild relievers Fernando Cruz and Mark Leiter Jr. in a 12-2 victory over the Yankees on Tuesday.
Kyle Schwarber hit his 50th homer of the season, leading the Philadelphia Phillies to a 9-3 win over the New York Mets.
With the world's greatest professional golfers set to arrive at Bethpage Black for the biannual battle between the U.S. and Europe, local residents are busy renting out their homes and driveways.
The first opportunity to secure tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in East Rutherford, New Jersey, gets underway on Wednesday.
Decades later, many members of the Gerritsen Beach Volunteer Fire Department continue to face health consequences from their service.
The 17th Avenue pedestrian bridge reconstruction is now at least two years behind schedule.
The history of Caribbean immigrants who helped shape Jamaica, Queens is on display at the King Manor Museum.
Nearly two dozen families at the Farragut Houses in Downtown Brooklyn say they've been forced to trek to the post office twice a week after a faulty lock left their building's mailbox panel unusable.
"Concert Joe" fills his Bay Ridge apartment with memorabilia from five decades of live music obsession.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for September 9 at 11 p.m.
The manhunt continues for an accused killer who police say torched a Queens home with a couple inside. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman has new video showing the moments one of the victims unknowingly let the suspect into their home.
The Civilian Complaint Review Board is recommending discipline for NYPD officers involved in the beating and arrest of a homeless shelter worker in Brooklyn, CBS News New York has learned. The story was the subject of a CBS News New York investigation last year. Investigator Tim McNicholas is following up as the NYPD commissioner considers whether to follow that recommendation.
New Jersey health officials are making COVID-19 vaccines more accessible to anyone who wants one.
Organizers tested the 9/11 Memorial and Museum Tribute in Light on Tuesday.
