New law takes effect to protect breastfeeding moms
Legislation signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul now requires employers in New York state to provide 30 minutes of paid break time for workers to express breast milk.
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Legislation signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul now requires employers in New York state to provide 30 minutes of paid break time for workers to express breast milk.
Preliminary data shows breast milk in a child's second year of life is a significant source of certain nutrients and can help in the development of a child's immune system, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Recently, the American Academy of Pediatrics updated its guidance for moms to extend the amount of time they breastfeed for two years or more. Before, the recommendation was for one year. CBS2's Nick Caloway spoke with experts and moms about the changes and challenges.
Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed legislation to support breastfeeding mothers.
The nation's baby formula shortage is taking a physical toll on some mothers. They're trying to breastfeed again after they had already stopped, but as CBS2's Astrid Martinez reports, that's not a goal most women are able to achieve.
The baby formula shortage is forcing many parents to search for other options. CBS2's Leah Mishkin spoke with New York City lactation consultants about an increase in demand for their services as parents wait for supply to ramp up.
Breastfeeding mothers in the NYPD are taking a stand and pursuing a class-action lawsuit alleging the department is not providing proper accommodations to female officers to pump.
The newly signed measure allows nursing mothers to delay jury service for up to two years.
Under the proposal, women who are breastfeeding could use a doctor's note to postpone their service up to two years.
Rodriguez plans to dispute the ticket and says she hopes the judge is a parent. Authorities did not provide a reason why the agent did not check the vehicle first before trying to tow it away.
We've known for years that breastfeeding is good for babies. Doctors are working to make sure women know that breast feeding is good for their health too.
Police officer Celeste Ayala was on duty at Sister Maria Ludovica Children's Hospital in Buenos Aires when the infant was brought in for treatment.
A Texas mom has gone viral on social media after her clever response to someone telling her to "cover up" while breastfeeding.
Any mom will tell you that breastfeeding is a commitment that affects all aspects of life, even running errands.
"I am a new mother, I could feel how anxious the child's mother would have been," the officer said. "All I thought about was to try my best and comfort the tiny baby."
A Connecticut woman said she was verbally assaulted for breastfeeding her 1-month-old at Target.
A woman is living in fear after being mugged in Fort Tryon Park in Upper Manhattan while breastfeeding her daughter.
A photo of a woman breastfeeding two children has shaken up social media and generated controversy.
Mothers and breastfeeding advocates gathered on the steps of City Hall Friday to celebrate the 20th anniversary of a state law protecting a woman's right to breastfeed anywhere.
Andrea Zeledon-Mussio said when she began breastfeeding her baby in her SUV, an officer from the Riverhead Police Department told her to cover up several times.
Dozens of mothers gathered in Inwood Hill Park in Upper Manhattan Saturday morning, in an effort to break the world record for the largest number of women breastfeeding at the same time.
A controversial city-wide program took effect Monday. Latch On NYC was designed to support mothers who choose to breastfeed their newborns.
What was supposed to a joyful time in the life of a new mother turned into a nightmare after she agreed to appear in an informational video on breastfeeding.
Mayor Michael Bloomberg has banned smoking in New York City parks and is trying to ban the sale of sugary drinks over 16 ounces. But he already has his sights on his next target: baby formula.
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President Trump also said he's willing to bring in the "regular military," not just the National Guard.
Waymo will be permitted to test autonomous vehicles in Manhattan and Downtown Brooklyn until late September, the city says.
A tour bus with more than 50 passengers lost control and rolled over on the New York State Thruway near Pembroke, officials said.
As the warm, summer weather returns around NYC, Hurricane Erin is still causing some dangerous conditions at beaches along the coast.
Budzotic, an illegal smoke shop in the Bronx, was raided Thursday, leading to nearly a dozen arrests, the sheriff's office says.
As the warm, summer weather returns around NYC, Hurricane Erin is still causing some dangerous conditions at beaches along the coast.
Budzotic, an illegal smoke shop in the Bronx, was raided Thursday, leading to nearly a dozen arrests, the sheriff's office says.
An NYPD detective was shot twice in Queens in a friendly fire incident while responding to a carjacking Friday morning, officials said.
Alex Spiro, whose clients include Jay-Z and NYC Mayor Eric Adams, confirmed he's been hired by the family.
The U.S. Open 2025 is bringing tennis' biggest stars, from Sabalenka to Sinner, to Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens.
The boys are advancing to the U.S. world championship round this weekend, and fans in the community are eager to watch and cheer on their very own.
New Jersey is under a state of emergency and there's a coastal flood advisory for the Jersey Shore as Hurricane Erin causes dangerous conditions.
While weather conditions have been pretty quiet to begin the week, they're going to become much more active in the short term.
Fairfield National defeated South Dakota 13-1 to get within one game of playing for the U.S. championship in Williamsport.
Hurricane Erin's track is forecast to stay offshore, but the New York City area and Jersey Shore are still seeing some impact.
As the warm, summer weather returns around NYC, Hurricane Erin is still causing some dangerous conditions at beaches along the coast.
Hurricane Erin caused flooding Thursday along coastal areas of Queens and Long Island, and more flooding is expected with Friday morning's high tide.
People along the Jersey Shore brace for the impact of Hurricane Erin with concerns of high tides, rough surfs and beach erosion.
Family members say Deborah Terril, 68, struggled with mental illness and that the shooting could have been prevented.
It's the latest immigration raid in Edison after a similar one in July.
As the warm, summer weather returns around NYC, Hurricane Erin is still causing some dangerous conditions at beaches along the coast.
Hurricane Erin caused flooding Thursday along coastal areas of Queens and Long Island, and more flooding is expected with Friday morning's high tide.
New Jersey is under a state of emergency and there's a coastal flood advisory for the Jersey Shore as Hurricane Erin causes dangerous conditions.
Officials say safety is the number one concern as Hurricane Erin moves closer to our shores.
These are the top-ranked high schools in New York City and Long Island, U.S. News & World Report says.
President Trump also said he's willing to bring in the "regular military," not just the National Guard.
Waymo will be permitted to test autonomous vehicles in Manhattan and Downtown Brooklyn until late September, the city says.
The FBI confirmed it that it searched former national security adviser John Bolton's house early Friday morning.
It's no surprise that the people who want to replace Adams smell blood and are on the attack.
Alina Habba, President Trump's former personal lawyer, has been serving as New Jersey's U.S. attorney "without lawful authority" since early July, a judge said.
Over 100 people have been sickened in the Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Harlem.
Both lawsuits claim construction companies failed to protect workers from unsafe conditions that led to the spread of the disease.
If confirmed, it would be the first case of locally acquired malaria in New Jersey since 1991. There are about 100 travel-related cases in the state each year, health officials said.
There are now 108 confirmed cases of the potentially deadly form of pneumonia in Harlem since late July, NYC officials said.
Supporters of the Medicaid cuts say the changes will reduce fraud and abuse, but others worry about impacts to the vulnerable.
Around 5:50 a.m., LAPD officers responded to Ventura Boulevard and Vineland Avenue for a man walking in the street.
Tennis legend Serena Williams is sharing her journey with weight loss drugs, saying she's lost 31 pounds in 8 months using GLP-1s.
It's leading to a larger conversation on safety and etiquette.
Tickets are on sale now for the fall edition of NYC Broadway Week 2025, when select shows offer two tickets for the price of one.
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The U.S. Open 2025 is bringing tennis' biggest stars, from Sabalenka to Sinner, to Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens.
It's the latest development in a string of disturbances where similar toys were tossed at WNBA games across the country.
The Boston Red Sox survived struggles at the plate for a 6-3 victory over the New York Yankees on Thursday night.
Giants reserves played much of a 42-10 rout of the Patriots on Thursday night.
The last-place Nationals beat the Mets 9-3 on Thursday to take two of three from their banged-up NL East rivals.
The city-owned section of the BQE would cost billions to fix, with construction not expected to begin until 2029.
The state says the move will expand protections for swimming and fishing to more than 90% of New York City's waterways.
New York City's tallest subway station will receive long-awaited elevators as part of the MTA's $68 billion capital plan.
Residents say they approved a plan which included affordable housing but are now facing a shelter for 169 families.
Some Bay Ridge homeowners say the city's plan for 50 new Citi Bike docking stations is too big and too dangerous.
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.
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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 Cindy Hsu speaks with Joe Germanotta, Lady Gaga's dad as she makes her way back to the Tri-State with six shows at Madison Square Garden.
CBS News New York's Mary Calvi speaks with Attorney Donte Mills about the case against Ingrid Lewis-Martin and what we could expect to happen next.
Waymo was permitted to test autonomous vehicles in Manhattan and Downtown Brooklyn, the city said.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.
Matches officially get underway Sunday for an extra day of play this year.
