Hochul signs executive order making COVID vaccines more accessible
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's executive order comes as a direct rebuke to the federal government's new guidance on COVID-19 shots.
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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's executive order comes as a direct rebuke to the federal government's new guidance on COVID-19 shots.
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.
The CDC dropped a broad recommendation for all children to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
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.
Two nights after the Democrats held a debate, four Republicans vying for the party's nomination got together at Rider University in Lawrenceville.
Thanks to vaccinations, measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. But measles cases are now back; one reason is that more families have exempted their children from routine immunizations than ever before.
Tested positive for COVID in 2024? Here's what to know about isolation, testing, new vaccines and more.
The updated COVID-10 shots for fall 2024 are rolling out earlier than last year.
The CDC is reportedly weighing a revision to COVID-19 guidance which could allow people who test positive to return to work sooner.
The JN.1 variant of COVID-19 is spreading, but health officials say the symptoms are not more severe and the added public health risk is "low."
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
The variant, which has an unusually large number of mutations, has also been spotted in numerous countries, but remains rare for now.
Vaccine experts considered narrower recommendations for only higher-risk groups, but decided almost all Americans could benefit.
The new shots are similar to previously approved formulas but were updated to target strains of the virus descended from Omicron.
She's hoping to prevent a surge in cases during the fall and winter months and another "tripledemic."
The CDC recommends a new shot, targeting more a recent variant, for virtually all Americans to reduce the risk of severe illness, hospitalization or death.
"It was a creative way-- here's how politics works. Politics is boring," Santos said.
The agency would determine each spring which strains to select for the fall season.
It's said to be highly transmissible, but doesn't appear to cause severe respiratory illness.
A plea deal was made Friday in a COVID-19 vaccine case on Long Island that drew national attention.
"I'm grateful to be vaccinated and boosted, which has kept my case mild, and I urge everyone to do the same," said the 76-year-old former president.
All students and staff must be up to date on their boosters by Nov. 1 in order to be allowed on campus.
Mayor Eric Adams made the announcement Tuesday before getting his second booster shot.
Aaron Nola returns to form with six shutout innings, leading the Philadelphia Phillies to a 1-0 victory over the New York Mets on Monday night.
Decades later, many members of the Gerritsen Beach Volunteer Fire Department continue to face health consequences from their service.
Officials say they don't know why the crack formed and Route 440/Smith Street is closed to traffic indefinitely.
Two teens were shot after more than 100 cars illegally packed intersections and wreaked havoc in parts of Jersey City over the weekend, police said.
The city of Paterson, N.J. honored community members who helped residents when a major water main break left more than 200,000 people with little to no water.
Decades later, many members of the Gerritsen Beach Volunteer Fire Department continue to face health consequences from their service.
Unions representing half of the LIRR's workforce, including engineers and ticket workers, claim higher wages are three years overdue.
The suspect watched the man win thousands of dollars at the casino in Islandia, New York, then followed him to the parking lot, police said.
Dramatic video captured a deadly crash and the devastating scene it left overnight in Brooklyn's Flatlands section.
Tyler Rivera says he unknowingly racked up thousands of dollars in E-ZPass late fees and fines -- nearly five times the cost of the original tolls.
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.
As rain chances go up, so too will humidity levels, making it feel more like summer again.
Officials say they don't know why the crack formed and Route 440/Smith Street is closed to traffic indefinitely.
Two teens were shot after more than 100 cars illegally packed intersections and wreaked havoc in parts of Jersey City over the weekend, police said.
The city of Paterson, N.J. honored community members who helped residents when a major water main break left more than 200,000 people with little to no water.
Chris Boswell kicked a 60-yard field goal with 1:03 left, lifting Pittsburgh to a wild 34-32 victory on Sunday.
Jayden Daniels threw for 233 yards and a touchdown and the Commanders beat the Giants 21-6 on Sunday.
Unions representing half of the LIRR's workforce, including engineers and ticket workers, claim higher wages are three years overdue.
The suspect watched the man win thousands of dollars at the casino in Islandia, New York, then followed him to the parking lot, police said.
Doctors say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer.
Schools across New York state were required to come up with their own procedures to implement the full-day ban on cellphones.
Christopher Williams was killed on the Southern State Parkway after walking out of The Martin De Porres School for Exceptional Children, his family says.
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.
Legislation is in place to battle deepfakes, but at least one lawmaker says not nearly enough is being done to crack down on the practice.
President Trump had not attended the U.S. Open since shortly after he launched his first campaign in 2015, but he was once a fixture at the New York tennis tournament.
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.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's executive order comes as a direct rebuke to the federal government's new guidance on COVID-19 shots.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defended firing the director of the CDC at a hearing before a Senate committee on Thursday.
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."
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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.
Aaron Nola returns to form with six shutout innings, leading the Philadelphia Phillies to a 1-0 victory over the New York Mets on Monday night.
Carlos Alcaraz claimed his sixth major trophy overall at the U.S. Open on Sunday after defeating No. 1 Jannik Sinner.
Hunter Greene tied a season high with 12 strikeouts and the Reds beat the Mets 3-2 Sunday to take two of three and move back above .500.
Chris Boswell kicked a 60-yard field goal with 1:03 left, lifting Pittsburgh to a wild 34-32 victory on Sunday.
Aaron Judge saved a run with a diving catch and the Yankees beat the Blue Jays 4-3 Sunday and closed within two games of the AL East leader.
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 is calling for sunny skies and a high of 74 on Tuesday, but the next day could see some rain for areas closer to the shore.
It's the first time we are seeing the purported note, which was apparently written 22 years ago. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
Mayor Eric Adams signed the executive order earlier this year, saying ICE agents would help assist in criminal investigations. However, a judge on Monday called the order a conflict of interest. CBS News New York's Kristine Johnson reports.
An investigation is underway to determine the cause. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has the story from Bellerose.
The impacted area is on Smith Street in Woodbridge, near the Perth Amboy border. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
