Nets: Kyrie Irving's Choice Not To Get Vaccinated Means He Can't Play Until He Does
Kyrie Irving can continue to choose not to be vaccinated for COVID-19. He just won't play for the Brooklyn Nets until he is.
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Kyrie Irving can continue to choose not to be vaccinated for COVID-19. He just won't play for the Brooklyn Nets until he is.
The COVID-19 pandemic has been hard on all of us, especially on health care workers who have had to deal with life-and-death issues for the past 18 months.
Drug maker Merck asked U.S. regulators Monday to authorize its pill against COVID-19 in what would add an entirely new and easy-to-use weapon to the world's arsenal against the pandemic.
Even as COVID-19 cases have started to come down, more Americans suspect the outbreak will get worse than better in the coming months.
Suspended workers will stay on unpaid leave until they show proof of vaccination or agree to weekly testing.
As CBS2's Political Reporter Marcia Kramer reports, the mayor is now looking to expand the mandate that forced educators to get shots or lose their jobs.
Tens of thousands of home health care workers could lose their jobs Friday, if they don't get at least partially vaccinated by the end of Thursday.
It's an exciting development that parents have been waiting for in the fight against COVID-19.
Three of the nation's first COVID-19 vaccine recipients got booster shots on Wednesday. They are front-line workers and, therefore, eligible for the third dose of the Pfizer vaccine.
Some who refused were back in federal court seeking an emergency ruling on their requests for religious exemptions.
Committee members will also consider two bills requiring the regular posting of information, including weekly reports on COVID cases broken down by school.
Although the deadline for vaccination was Friday, the union said it's being told staff still have time to get vaccinated and keep their jobs. But that offer won't be on the table forever.
The latest numbers show around 10% did not comply, which means several thousand jobs had to be filled over the weekend.
The MTA says vaccinations are available at its facilities, and there are 138 on-site locations for employees to get tested.
Gov. Ned Lamont has directed heads of state agencies to put workers who don't comply on unpaid leave, starting as soon as Tuesday.
New York City school staff were up against the COVID vaccine buzzer. They had until 5 p.m. Friday to get their first dose or face termination.
Merck & Co. said Friday that its experimental COVID-19 pill reduced hospitalizations and deaths by half in people recently infected with the coronavirus and that it would soon ask health officials in the U.S. and around the world to authorize its use.
The vaccine requirement also goes for all performers, crew and theater staff for all performances.
A panel of judges will take up the case on October 14.
Their main argument is that their rights are being violated because they are not allowed a testing option, like other municipal workers.
Thousands of women are reporting a potential side effect of the COVID vaccine when it comes to their monthly menstrual cycles.
Several school staff unions are warning the city is not prepared to make up for the thousands of employees it could lose because of the reinstated vaccine mandate.
The mandate includes workers at long-term care facilities, state hospitals, pre-K through grade 12 school workers and child care facility staff members.
Officials attribute their success to the city's grassroots efforts to get out into the community and educate the public.
It comes after a lawsuit on whether requiring the vaccine violates the religious freedom of two Long Island nurses and a health care worker in Syracuse.
Neighbors in Queens are baffled by the sudden disappearance of their quirky local landmark.
In 2023, a judge ordered the DOE to improve the situation with a series of changes.
New York City expects the World's Fair monument to reopen for limited tours by the end of 2026.
More than 700 New Jersey residents were killed on 9/11.
The ceremony is held on 9/11 every year in Lido Beach, where people watched the horror in Lower Manhattan unfold in the distance.
Neighbors in Queens are baffled by the sudden disappearance of their quirky local landmark.
In 2023, a judge ordered the DOE to improve the situation with a series of changes.
New York City expects the World's Fair monument to reopen for limited tours by the end of 2026.
The ceremony is held on 9/11 every year in Lido Beach, where people watched the horror in Lower Manhattan unfold in the distance.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority released its plan for commuters if LIRR service is indeed suspended due to a strike.
The first opportunity to get your hands on FIFA 2026 World Cup tickets started at 11 a.m. on Wednesday and will run until 11 a.m. on Sept. 19.
The threat stems from climate change, loss of habitat, and overharvesting.
A coastal flood advisory is in effect today for parts of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, as rain and cool temperatures take over.
The first opportunity to secure tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in East Rutherford, New Jersey, is underway today.
Doctors say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer.
More than 700 New Jersey residents were killed on 9/11.
Veolia Water said emergency repairs were completed on the water mains that broke earlier this week in Hoboken.
Nadine Menendez, the wife of former Sen. Bob Menendez, was convicted of accepting cash and gold bars in exchange for political favors.
The first opportunity to get your hands on FIFA 2026 World Cup tickets started at 11 a.m. on Wednesday and will run until 11 a.m. on Sept. 19.
The Jets are cutting wide receiver Xavier Gipson after his costly fumble on a kickoff return in their season-opening loss to the Steelers.
The ceremony is held on 9/11 every year in Lido Beach, where people watched the horror in Lower Manhattan unfold in the distance.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority released its plan for commuters if LIRR service is indeed suspended due to a strike.
The threat stems from climate change, loss of habitat, and overharvesting.
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 Metropolitan Transportation Authority released its plan for commuters if LIRR service is indeed suspended due to a strike.
President Trump called Charlie Kirk a "giant of his generation."
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University. Authorities have not identified a suspect.
President Trump is attending the ceremony at the Pentagon.
Nadine Menendez, the wife of former Sen. Bob Menendez, was convicted of accepting cash and gold bars in exchange for political favors.
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.
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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.
Detroit has outscored New York 23-3 over the past two nights and won four of five against the Yankees this year with one meeting left.
Max Kepler homered and drove in five runs and Bryce Harper also went deep as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the New York Mets 11-3.
The first opportunity to get your hands on FIFA 2026 World Cup tickets started at 11 a.m. on Wednesday and will run until 11 a.m. on Sept. 19.
The Jets are cutting wide receiver Xavier Gipson after his costly fumble on a kickoff return in their season-opening loss to the Steelers.
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.
Neighbors in Queens are baffled by the sudden disappearance of their quirky local landmark.
New York City expects the World's Fair monument to reopen for limited tours by the end of 2026.
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.
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.
A public hearing was held Thursday on the proposed Times Square casino.
Thursday was the first day of the San Gennaro Festival in Little Italy.
Kirk's murder is the latest example of political violence in America. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
At least 50 runners traveled from Shanksville to the Pentagon to Ground Zero to mark 24 years since the attacks. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports.
More than 270,000 daily riders are bracing for major chaos if Long Island Rail Road workers go on strike. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
