As Vaccine Mandate Deadline Looms, Some New York City Teachers, Staff Look To Push Legal Battle To Supreme Court
The New York City Department of Education estimates around 13% of its employees are still not vaccinated.
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The New York City Department of Education estimates around 13% of its employees are still not vaccinated.
A three-judge panel lifted a temporary ban on the COVID vaccine mandate that was originally set to take effect Monday.
Are children who have medical issues getting the education they deserve during the pandemic? More and more families are demanding schools to more.
The New York Knicks announced Friday the team is 100% vaccinated, but the Brooklyn Nets have said otherwise.
This comes as a similar mandate for New York City teachers has been pushed back.
The Connecticut School Transportation Association says more than 1,500 drivers from 12 bus companies are unvaccinated, and more than 200 of those drivers refuse weekly testing.
Hochul announced Saturday a possible state of emergency if severe staffing shortages result.
New York City Department of Education workers without at least one dose risk losing their jobs.
By 5 p.m. Monday, all city Department of Education employees must have at least one COVID vaccine shot or risk losing their jobs.
The governor is actively preparing for an even greater shortage, working to secure temporary visas for international workers and adjust licensing requirements to bring in nurses from out of state.
You will only be able to get a Pfizer booster shot if you received a second Pfizer dose at least six months ago.
Vice President Kamala Harris' appearance on ABC's "The View" Friday morning was delayed when two of the show's co-hosts tested positive for COVID-19 shortly before the interview.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention endorsed booster shots for millions of older or otherwise vulnerable Americans, opening a major new phase in the U.S vaccination drive against COVID-19.
One man responded with an obscene hand gesture. Others were camera shy, one after another ducking away.
All Department of Education employees must get their first COVID-19 shot by Monday or risk losing their jobs.
Now people at least 65 years old or living in long-term care facilities, like nursing homes, will be eligible for booster shots.
Zucker came under fire for his handling of the coronavirus pandemic at nursing homes.
If even state and federal health officials can't agree on booster guidelines, it's not surprising the rest of us are confused.
People who receive a shot between now and October 25 can enter to win.
A separate decision on a state mandate for health care workers has been delayed.
Face coverings are required on buses, trains and in enclosed stations under state and federal law.
"If we want to keep our son safe, alive and out of a hospital, we have to sacrifice his education," father Andre Huete said.
The authorization makes the Biden administration's plan to roll out booster shots this week at least partially possible.
"You could possibly be saving two lives with vaccination," Dr. Jennifer Lighter said.
Lonnie was vaccinated, which hopefully mitigated his symptoms. He followed all safety protocols and we here at CBS2 are happy to have him back.
Witnesses said the driver of a white Honda Accord was speeding down 102nd Street, when he apparently lost control and crashed.
The 16-year-old victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Her mother was taken to a local hospital to be treated for leg injuries.
Families and tourists paid for a Manhattan hotel, but at check-in they were suddenly turned away and left scrambling to find a room for a night.
The Boston Red Sox held off the New York Yankees for a 6-4 victory on Sunday night to avoid a three-game sweep.
Hochul announced her endorsement in an op-ed published by The New York Times.
Witnesses said the driver of a white Honda Accord was speeding down 102nd Street, when he apparently lost control and crashed.
The 16-year-old victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Her mother was taken to a local hospital to be treated for leg injuries.
Families and tourists paid for a Manhattan hotel, but at check-in they were suddenly turned away and left scrambling to find a room for a night.
Hochul announced her endorsement in an op-ed published by The New York Times.
New York Attorney General Letitia James has become a frequent adversary of President Trump and a big factor in the election for NYC mayor.
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.
Doctors say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer.
According to officials, air quality testing did not detect pollutants or anything corrosive or hazardous.
PSE&G said it increased its rate by 17% in June.
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.
A Humpty Dumpty statue on a Jersey Shore golf course had a great fall — and police say two unknown vandals are to blame.
Welles Remy Crowther, a 24-year-old volunteer firefighter and equities trader, guided survivors in the South Tower to safety.
Some 250,000 golf fans are expected to attend the Ryder Cup at Bethpage State Park, with nearly half taking the LIRR to get there.
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.
Hochul announced her endorsement in an op-ed published by The New York Times.
New York Attorney General Letitia James has become a frequent adversary of President Trump and a big factor in the election for NYC mayor.
Tyler Robinson, 22, was arrested on charges of aggravated murder, obstruction of justice and felony discharge of a firearm for the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
President Trump said that NATO's commitment to winning the war in Ukraine "has been far less than 100%."
Erika Kirk, the widow of Charlie Kirk, speaks out for the first time since her husband's death on Wednesday.
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.
Netflix's "Adolescence" won big at the 77th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, earning six awards, including best limited series.
Don't miss a moment of the 2025 Emmys. Here's how to watch the action live, from the red carpet to the awards show.
The rapper announced she would be appearing at Cloud Deli on West 159th Street for what she called a "Bodega Baddie" pop-up.
Comedian Nate Bargatze spoke to "CBS Mornings" about preparing to host the 77th Emmy Awards on Sunday.
Shortly after pranking listeners over exit, Howard Stern said SiriusXM has approached him about keeping his show on the air.
The Boston Red Sox held off the New York Yankees for a 6-4 victory on Sunday night to avoid a three-game sweep.
The New York Mets stopped an eight-game losing streak with a 5-2 win over the Texas Rangers on Sunday.
The Cowboys extended their winning streak against the NFC East rivals to nine games — the longest active streak in the NFL among division opponents.
Josh Allen shook off a bloody nose as the Buffalo Bills cruised to a 30-10 victory over the New York Jets on Sunday.
Ricky Hatton shared the ring with the best boxers of his generation, including Kostya Tszyu, Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao.
Christopher Burke estimates he's covered almost the entire western half of the borough, and is more than halfway through.
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.
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 15 at 11 p.m.
A driver struck two children in Queens on Sunday night. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports.
Gov. Kathy Hochul has endorsed Zohran Mamdani in the New York City mayor's race. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
Prosecutors say the suspect in a deadly DWI crash in Queens intentionally drove into a 16-year-old girl and her mother after he harassed them.
Families and tourists paid for a Manhattan hotel, but at check-in, they were suddenly turned away, and it's not just one hotel in crisis. CBS News New York investigator Mahsa Saeidi reveals how several locations have been abruptly abandoned.
