CDC advisory panel recommends keeping COVID-19 vaccine prescription-free
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted on changes to COVID-19 vaccine recommendations.
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The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted on changes to COVID-19 vaccine recommendations.
State health officials say the executive directive eliminates barriers to access for New Jersey residents.
New Jersey is the latest state to expand access to the COVID vaccine for people of all ages. It counteracts restrictions put in place by the Trump administration. As CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports, the move comes as New Jersey is reporting a slight uptick in COVID cases.
New Jersey health officials are making COVID-19 vaccines more accessible to anyone who wants one.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's executive order comes as a direct rebuke to the federal government's new guidance on COVID-19 shots.
Hochul signed an executive order Friday to make it easier to get the COVID-19 vaccine at pharmacies statewide.
CVS said the pharmacy chain cannot vaccinate those even with a prescription in Massachusetts, Nevada and New Mexico due to state laws and regulations.
The American Academy of Pediatrics and CDC have shared different recommendations for children getting COVID-19 vaccines. Here's what to know.
A new strain of COVID-19 is spreading across the United States.
Many Southeast, Southern and West Coast states are likely seeing an increase in COVID cases.
Federal health officials are re-evaluating long-standing covid-19 guidance. All while scientists track the rise of NB.1.8.1 — a newly emerged strain raising fresh questions here in the U.S. Dr. Mallika Marshall helps us make sense of the headlines.
As the Trump administration moves to limit COVID booster vaccines for some, here's what to know about the latest variant NB.1.8.1 and its symptoms.
Authorities in Hong Kong say COVID-19 levels are the worst in at least a year.
TransUnion, one of the three major credit bureaus, found that one in five student loan borrowers is at risk of defaulting.
Saturday marks five years since New York City announced citywide lockdowns due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Tuesday marks five years since the World Health Organization declared the COVID-19 pandemic. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis spoke with doctors and a patient who battled the illness.
COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic five years ago, when offices emptied, schools went virtual and social gatherings were canceled. How do Americans feel about its impact today?
How the World Health Organization is responding after the United States dropped out, why a teenager stayed awake during his heart surgery, looking at those suffering from long COVID five years after the beginning of the pandemic, and the ongoing measles outbreak in Texas.
New research from Mount Sinai is revealing who may be more likely to suffer from the lingering symptoms of "long COVID."
Flu season has arrived with the holidays, and with cases of flu, RSV and COVID on the rise, what can you do about it? CBS News New York's Dave Carlin got answers from health experts.
But what kind of sickness do your symptoms point to? Here's a breakdown for COVID-19, flu and more — and why testing is so important.
There were dueling calls Thursday for investigations between Andrew Cuomo and the House subcommittee investigating deaths in New York nursing homes during the pandemic.
A federal judge dismissed the lawsuit over COVID deaths in nursing homes filed against former Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
Daniel Arbeeny filed a federal wrongful death lawsuit against Cuomo two years ago. However, a judge dismissed the case on Monday. Her reason for doing so has not yet been released. CBS News New York's Maurice Dubois reports.
The government has already disbursed more than 900 million free at-home COVID-19 tests, and will be reopening its free test kit portal.
Former New York Gov. David Paterson is now endorsing former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the New York City mayor's race. He previously backed Eric Adams.
Tuesday's gathering was designed to celebrate the men and women from across the country who have risked their own lives to save others.
Officials from half the states and the District of Columbia are asking a federal judge to order the Department of Agriculture to provide food stamp benefits for November.
President Trump's lawyers filed their long-promised appeal of the Manhattan "hush money" criminal case that led to his felony conviction.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy spoke at LaGuardia Airport Tuesday about the ongoing federal government shutdown's impact on air traffic controllers, flight safety and delays.
Former New York Gov. David Paterson is now endorsing former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the New York City mayor's race. He previously backed Eric Adams.
Tuesday's gathering was designed to celebrate the men and women from across the country who have risked their own lives to save others.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy spoke at LaGuardia Airport Tuesday about the ongoing federal government shutdown's impact on air traffic controllers, flight safety and delays.
The common cuckoo bird has only been spotted four times in U.S. history in the lower 48 states, experts say. Now, it's in Riverhead.
The victim spoke to CBS News New York exclusively on Tuesday from his hospital bed, with his mother by his side.
The system is expected to arrive sometime between Wednesday night and Thursday morning, with heavy rain, strong winds and coastal flooding.
The weekend is shaping up to be pretty decent, albeit on the cool side.
In the last few years, New York City has not had much snow, due to mild and dry winters.
A nor'easter that soaked the NYC area Sunday and Monday brought more than 4 inches of rainfall and winds above 60 mph.
A nor'easter that's bearing down on the NYC area continues to cause flooding concerns today for Long Island and New Jersey.
Operations at Newark Liberty on Monday were impacted by massive delays from Sunday that spilled over. Later, a ground stop was issued.
The system is expected to arrive sometime between Wednesday night and Thursday morning, with heavy rain, strong winds and coastal flooding.
Video from the scene showed the two-story building on Richards Avenue engulfed in flames, as the massive inferno lit up the night sky.
The Giants said the rookie running back would have surgery Sunday night at an area hospital.
The four-term Democratic congresswoman appeared on "The Point with Marcia Kramer" as she faces the GOP's Jack Ciattarelli.
The common cuckoo bird has only been spotted four times in U.S. history in the lower 48 states, experts say. Now, it's in Riverhead.
Blakeman and Koslow are vying to be executive of a county with a changing demographic and a population larger than 10 states.
A man suffocated his estranged wife by dousing her face with a chemical mixture at her home in Herricks, Nassau County Police said.
Gardy Coriolan was trying to subdue an unruly patient while working an overnight shift at Mercy Hospital in Rockville Centre, police say.
Thomas Mascia pleaded guilty over the summer to falsely reporting an incident, tampering with physical evidence and official misconduct.
Former New York Gov. David Paterson is now endorsing former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the New York City mayor's race. He previously backed Eric Adams.
Tuesday's gathering was designed to celebrate the men and women from across the country who have risked their own lives to save others.
Officials from half the states and the District of Columbia are asking a federal judge to order the Department of Agriculture to provide food stamp benefits for November.
President Trump's lawyers filed their long-promised appeal of the Manhattan "hush money" criminal case that led to his felony conviction.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy spoke at LaGuardia Airport Tuesday about the ongoing federal government shutdown's impact on air traffic controllers, flight safety and delays.
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health challenges in the U.S., according to the National Alliance on Mental Health.
The next time you're buying something sweet at a New York City restaurant, you may notice a new warning comes with it.
The newly expanded facility will serve more than 30,000 children annually and is the borough's only pediatric trauma center.
The Womb Bus offers an opportunity for new and expecting moms to form a special bond.
Nick Mangold, who spent his entire NFL career with the Jets, is seeking a kidney donor with type O blood.
Tuesday's gathering was designed to celebrate the men and women from across the country who have risked their own lives to save others.
The legendary rockers will play on July 7, 9, 12 and 14 in New York City -- before heading to Edinburgh, Scotland; Dublin and London.
Hundreds of people waited in line for hours to catch the performance on a livestream.
The NFL is not considering dropping Bad Bunny as its Super Bowl halftime headline performer, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said.
Three of the band's founding members are from Long Island, and this is their first time playing the arena where they grew up going to see shows.
The Dodgers have jumped to a 2-1 lead in the 2025 World Series after a thrilling back-and-forth, extra-inning contest in Game 3 ended in a 6-5 win for Los Angeles after 18 innings.
Tari Eason scored 22 points and the Rockets beat the Nets 137-109 on Monday night for their first victory of the season.
Jaxson Dart rushed toward Cam Skattebo as the standout running back was getting carted off the field in Philadelphia.
Blake Coleman scored twice and the Flames beat the Rangers 5-1 on Sunday to snap an eight-game skid.
Miami used a late run to pull away from New York and win its home opener, days after guard Terry Rozier was placed on leave amid federal betting allegations.
Before the days of Google Maps, the Queens-native found street views in library books.
Officials say the site for a new elementary school in Brooklyn is safe, but some are skeptical because of lingering contamination from a decades-old Superfund site.
From Greenpoint community gardens to Governor's Island orchards, New Yorkers are reconnecting with the city's agricultural past through historic fruit trees.
A new survey found hundreds of illegally parked vehicles in the Downtown Brooklyn every day.
The newly expanded facility will serve more than 30,000 children annually and is the borough's only pediatric trauma center.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
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.
Robert Sinclair, senior manager of public affairs at AAA Northeast joins CBS New York to discuss the gas prices.
Chalkbeat Newark reporter Jessie Gómez joins CBS New York to discuss the governor's race.
The news may bode well for former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, as he looks to slice even more into Zohran Mamdani's lead with a week to go until Election Day. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
The gathering, as part of National First Responders Day, was designed to celebrate the men and women from across the country who have risked their own lives to save others. CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu reports.
CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu speaks with actors Olivia Swann and Todd Lasance about season 3 of NCIS: Sydney.
