Concern raised over Hempstead, N.Y.'s water quality
There are water concerns in Nassau County after nine wells in Hempstead were found to have unhealthy levels of a chemical called 1,4 Dioxane.
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There are water concerns in Nassau County after nine wells in Hempstead were found to have unhealthy levels of a chemical called 1,4 Dioxane.
Lonnie Quinn has the Tri-State Area's latest First Alert Forecast on CBS2 News At 11.
Lonnie Quinn has the Tri-State Area's latest First Alert Forecast on CBS2 News at 5.
The 911 emergency system in Nassau County went down Monday afternoon, officials said.
Investigators returned to suspected Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann's house in Massapequa Park, Long Island Monday morning. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Investigators returned to suspected Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann's house in Massapequa Park, Long Island Monday morning. Chopper 2 was over the scene.
Tony Sadiku has the Tri-State Area's latest First Alert Forecast from Central Park on CBS2 News This Morning.
A volunteer EMS dispatcher from Long Island turned 100 on Saturday. Mary Brenner is a member of the Huntington Community First Aid Squad.
The team's coach was killed and a teammate was held hostage in Gaza for months, but the players find comfort and camaraderie on the court.
Craig Allen has the Tri-State Area's latest First Alert Forecast on CBS2 News This Morning.
Lonnie Quinn has the Tri-State Area's latest First Alert Forecast on CBS2 News at 5.
Stephanie Diller is giving back to a community that has given her tremendous support since her husband was killed in the line of duty. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
John Elliott has the Tri-State Area's latest First Alert Forecast on CBS2 News At Noon.
Companies hoping to transform daily life for thousands of deaf-blind Americans came to Long Island from across the U.S. to show off cutting-edge technology. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
The Copiague LIRR station will be made fully ADA accessible in the coming weeks, MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber said.
The Cricket World Cup is coming to New York, and the first games are just weeks away from being played on Long Island. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram takes us inside the new cricket stadium unveiled Wednesday.
An 11-year-old Long Island girl is dancing again after getting a new kidney, thanks to her older brother. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan met the selfless donor who gave his sister the gift of life.
There's an intense debate on whether to arm school security after Farmingdale schools became the latest on Long Island to plan to hire armed guards. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman is not afraid to take controversial stands. Watch the full interview with CBS New York's Marcia Kramer on "The Point."
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, lawyer and political expert J.C. Polanco and Harry Siegel, senior editor of "The City," discuss the latest in New York politics with CBS New York's Marcia Kramer.
The Nassau County executive isn't afraid to push the envelope as he runs one of the most affluent areas of New York. Watch Marcia Kramer's interview with Bruce Blakeman on "The Point."
Craig Allen has the Tri-State Area's latest First Alert Forecast on CBS2 News This Morning.
Police on Long Island seized thousands of vape products from a store in Melville. A 60-year-old man was charged with prohibited sale of flavored vape products. Flavored e-cigs have been banned in New York since 2020 as part of an effort to cut down on youth vaping.
Craig Allen has the Tri-State Area's First Alert Forecast for Saturday, May 11 on CBS2 News This Morning.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman's executive order banning transgender athletes from playing women's and girl's sports at county-owned facilities has been struck down by a judge. CBS New York's John Dias reports.
CBS News New York got an exclusive look at major renovations underway at Belmont Park on Long Island.
The major medical office chain Optum will be closing nearly 90 clinics across New Jersey.
It's uncertain whether Mitchell and Metchie will play for the Jets on Sunday after a whirlwind NFL trade deadline for both.
The Radio City Rockettes celebrated their 100th anniversary with a street renaming ceremony outside Radio City Music Hall.
The NYC Department of Correction and the Caribbean Women's Health Association are helping expectant mothers prepare for childbirth with dignity, even while in custody.
CBS News New York got an exclusive look at major renovations underway at Belmont Park on Long Island.
The Radio City Rockettes celebrated their 100th anniversary with a street renaming ceremony outside Radio City Music Hall.
The NYC Department of Correction and the Caribbean Women's Health Association are helping expectant mothers prepare for childbirth with dignity, even while in custody.
Some travelers in the NYC area are hitting the road instead as flights are canceled amid the federal government shutdown.
Six men accused of trafficking catastrophic amounts of drugs to NYC and Long Island were arrested in a major narcotics takedown, authorities said.
It comes after last week's deadly storm brought damaging winds that knocked down trees around the city and the Tri-State Area.
Today is a First Alert Weather Day as we deal with the messy conditions, especially during the evening commute.
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.
The major medical office chain Optum will be closing nearly 90 clinics across New Jersey.
JFK, LaGuardia and Newark are all among the 40 travel hubs bracing for delays and cancellations as the FAA starts reducing air traffic today.
LaGuardia, JFK, Newark Liberty and Teterboro airports are among the 40 that are expected to be impacted by the FAA's flight reduction due to the government shutdown
Rowan freshman Tomas Kaan Jimenez-Guzal is among the suspects charged with plotting an ISIS-inspired terrorist attack in Michigan over Halloween weekend.
Bergen County hosted an emergency food distribution event for furloughed federal workers and SNAP recipients who have been impacted by the ongoing government shutdown.
CBS News New York got an exclusive look at major renovations underway at Belmont Park on Long Island.
Six men accused of trafficking catastrophic amounts of drugs to NYC and Long Island were arrested in a major narcotics takedown, authorities said.
A Mega Millions winner is running out of time to collect their $1 million prize, the New York Lottery says.
A funeral service was held in Israel Friday for Long Island native Omer Neutra, killed by Hamas during the Oct. 7th attacks.
Within five hours Wednesday, eight ICE arrests in Hampton Bays and Westhampton Beach were documented by Islip Forward, a group that tracks ICE activity.
New York Attorney General Letitia James is asking a federal judge to dismiss a mortgage fraud case against her, calling it a vindictive and politically motivated prosecution brought at the behest of a president who regards her as an enemy.
A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to provide full food benefits to roughly 42 million Americans enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program by Friday.
Eight-time MLB All-Star Darryl Strawberry pleaded guilty to tax evasion in 1995, and has since served time. He then started a recovery center and ministry.
NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has called on the city to establish free, high-quality child care for children 6 weeks to 5 years old.
The agreement with the Trump administration will "immediately restore and continue the university's research funding," Cornell University's president said.
The major medical office chain Optum will be closing nearly 90 clinics across New Jersey.
The NYC Department of Correction and the Caribbean Women's Health Association are helping expectant mothers prepare for childbirth with dignity, even while in custody.
New York City students interested in medicine are gaining experience before they even graduate, thanks to the program at Maimonides Health in Brooklyn.
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 Radio City Rockettes celebrated their 100th anniversary with a street renaming ceremony outside Radio City Music Hall.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the artists with the most Grammy nominations this year.
"Wicked" star Jonathan Bailey has been named People magazine's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive.
Diane Ladd, the actor known for her Oscar-nominated roles in "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore," "Wild at Heart," and "Rambling Rose" has died.
Prince Andrew is being stripped of his titles and must surrender his lease to Royal Lodge, according to a statement from Buckingham Palace.
CBS News New York got an exclusive look at major renovations underway at Belmont Park on Long Island.
It's uncertain whether Mitchell and Metchie will play for the Jets on Sunday after a whirlwind NFL trade deadline for both.
Former NFL player Antonio Brown will return to Florida after deciding not to contest his extradition from a New Jersey jail on an attempted murder charge.
Eight-time MLB All-Star Darryl Strawberry pleaded guilty to tax evasion in 1995, and has since served time. He then started a recovery center and ministry.
Fox Sports announced that it has hired former New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees to replace Mark Sanchez.
The NYC Department of Correction and the Caribbean Women's Health Association are helping expectant mothers prepare for childbirth with dignity, even while in custody.
Studio Museum in Harlem is reopening after more than 7 years, welcoming visitors back at low-cost. Since 1968, the museum has featured the work of artists of African descent.
A slow but hopeful recovery effort is continuing with the planting native vegetation and restoration of damaged woodlands.
New York City students interested in medicine are gaining experience before they even graduate, thanks to the program at Maimonides Health in Brooklyn.
After a failed $13 million attempt to launch ferry service from Kaiser Park, the city is testing new waters off Steeplechase Pier.
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.
A big Broadway musical opens Sunday night. "The Queen of Versailles" stars Kristin Chenoweth and is based on a true story of glitz and greed. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports.
The show "Rob Lake Magic with Special Guests The Muppets" officially opened Thursday night on Broadway.
A winning Mega Millions ticket that was bought on Long Island last year will expire in December.
Gov. Kathy Hochul has approved a key water quality permit for a proposed natural gas pipeline off the New York City coast.
Former NFL star Antonio Brown will be extradited from New Jersey to Miami to face attempted murder charges.
