Study finds NYC rats can catch COVID-19
Researchers captured dozens of rats and Brooklyn and tested them for COVID exposure.
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Researchers captured dozens of rats and Brooklyn and tested them for COVID exposure.
Dr. David Perlin leads a team of researchers at the Hackensack Meridian Health Center for Discovery and Innovation in New Jersey.
Dr. David Perlin leads a team of researchers at the Hackensack Meridian Health Center for Discovery and Innovation in New Jersey. He spoke with CBS2's Mary Calvi.
The Wall Street Journal says the "low confidence" assessment comes from the Department of Energy, meaning more information is needed for a definitive answer. CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
The U.S. is still seeing an average of more than 40,000 new COVID-19 cases per day, according to the CDC.
Nearly three years into the COVID-19 pandemic, the virus is still evolving. Now we're learning just how much immunity people are getting after being infected with COVID. Tina Kraus reports for CBS2.
The health department says it's advising health care facilities to develop and implement their own masking plans.
The end of the mandate affects hospitals, nursing homes, and treatment centers. State officials say each facility will be allowed to craft its own policy moving forward. CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
It comes as the city lifts its COVID vaccine mandate for city workers that led to nearly 2,000 people losing their jobs. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has more on the response.
Now, the police and firefighters unions are calling to let members who refused to get vaccinated return to work. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
They say the virus actually triggered seizures that enabled them to diagnose a brain tumor.
Doctors on Long Island are crediting COVID with helping save a toddler's life. CBS2's Carolyn Gusoff reports on the incredible twist in a rare case.
What message does this send as we leave the emergency phase of the pandemic? We speak with a professor of public health to find out.
The nearly 2,000 public employees fired for refusing to get the shot won't automatically get their jobs back.
But the nearly 2,000 public employees fired for refusing to get the shot will not automatically get their jobs back, CBS2's Marcia Kramer reports.
COVID vaccinations will become optional for current and prospective employees starting Feb. 10.
The move would formally restructure the federal government's response to coronavirus.
Former President Trump first declared a national emergency on March 13, 2020.
The agency would determine each spring which strains to select for the fall season.
The agency would determine each spring which strains to select for the fall season, CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
Between the latest COVID-19 spike, flu, RSV and the common cold, a lot of people are coughing everywhere. But coughs are more complicated than you think. Dr. Nidhi Kumar explains. DR. Dr. KUMAR IS ON CALL THIS MORNING TO EXPLAIN.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the new strain was first detected in New York in October.
The New York City health department is warning a new COVID-19 subvariant is highly transmissible. This comes as the CDC is investigating a possible side effect of the updated COVID booster. CBS2's Ali Bauman reports.
The district had reinstated a mandatory mask policy when students returned from winter break.
New York City health officials say a new Omicron subvariant is the most transmissible form of COVID-19 and now accounts for 73% of all cases in the city.
NYC and the nation are vowing to "never forget" what happened during the 9/11 attack 24 years ago.
A coastal flood advisory is in effect today for parts of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, as rain and cool temperatures take over.
Maps show the best weeks in 2025 for leaf peeping across the U.S., with peak colors arriving as early as late September in some states.
New Jersey's fall wildfire season is off to an early start with the ignition of the Buckabear Wildfire last Wednesday.
As NYC gets ready to mark 24 years since 9/11, advocates will be calling on Congress to pass new legislation to help the survivors.
NYC and the nation are vowing to "never forget" what happened during the 9/11 attack 24 years ago.
A coastal flood advisory is in effect today for parts of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, as rain and cool temperatures take over.
As NYC gets ready to mark 24 years since 9/11, advocates will be calling on Congress to pass new legislation to help the survivors.
She's one of 108 participants within her company that is partnering with the V Foundation for Cancer Research.
Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch says threats are typical this time of year around 9/11, the U.N. General Assembly and Jewish high holidays.
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.
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.
A coastal flood advisory is in effect today for parts of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, as rain and cool temperatures take over.
New Jersey's fall wildfire season is off to an early start with the ignition of the Buckabear Wildfire last Wednesday.
She's one of 108 participants within her company that is partnering with the V Foundation for Cancer Research.
State health officials say the executive directive eliminates barriers to access for New Jersey residents.
Officials said Tuesday it will be some time before they reopen a Woodbridge Township, New Jersey, road that is closed due to a mysterious, long crack.
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.
Only a few days after EpiPens were placed in select police cruisers, officers used one to save a man's life after he was stung by a bee.
The first opportunity to secure tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in East Rutherford, New Jersey, is underway today.
Unions representing half of the LIRR's workforce, including engineers and ticket workers, claim higher wages are three years overdue.
As NYC gets ready to mark 24 years since 9/11, advocates will be calling on Congress to pass new legislation to help the survivors.
President Trump has said he is firing Cook from her role over allegations she made false representations on mortgage agreements several years ago.
The New York Times and Siena College poll also found the race tightens between Mamdani and Cuomo if all other candidates drop out.
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.
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.
Want to watch the 2025 VMAs live tonight? Here's how to catch the red carpet interviews and star-studded performances.
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.
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.
The Tigers took advantage of wild relievers Fernando Cruz and Mark Leiter Jr. in a 12-2 victory over the Yankees on Tuesday.
Kyle Schwarber hit his 50th homer of the season, leading the Philadelphia Phillies to a 9-3 win over the New York Mets.
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 first opportunity to secure tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in East Rutherford, New Jersey, is underway today.
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.
Crime statistics released by the NYPD shows crime is down in the city, but public opinion seems to disagree. So where do the candidates stand on the issue of public safety. CBS News law enforcement contributor Rich Esposito takes a closer look.
The president says he's unhappy with the way the attack on Hamas leaders occurred, while also calling it an "unfortunate incident that could serve as an opportunity for peace."
Police identified Jamel McGriff as the suspect in a "horrific double homicide, robbery and arson" in Queens. As CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports, he's considered armed and dangerous.
The first chance at pre-sale tickets opens at 11 a.m. Wednesday, as the countdown is on for the local games at MetLife Stadium.
As NYC honors the victims of 9/11, advocates are calling on Congress to pass new legislation to help the survivors. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
