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At 65, retired teacher Richard Albero from New Jersey found himself asking the big questions: "What's it all about? Why am I here? What have I done?"
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At 65, retired teacher Richard Albero from New Jersey found himself asking the big questions: "What's it all about? Why am I here? What have I done?"
Of course, this could all turn into one big mirage. A better test comes up Monday night, when the Bombers start a four-game set against the 10-2 Tigers.
Alex Rodriguez inched closer to Willie Mays with two more home runs, and the New York Yankees beat the Tampa Bay Rays 5-4 on Friday night.
Gardner was hit by a pitch Monday and left the game midway through New York's win over Baltimore.
The Top 5 Sports Callers of the week is a weekly installment from CBS Local Sports that will bring you the wildest callers from across the nation.
Yankees left fielder Brett Gardner had an MRI on Thursday that confirmed he has a bone bruise in his right wrist.
The skipper isn't happy about New York's 3-6 record or place at the bottom of the AL East. But he's not about to hit the panic button -- especially not after nine games.
Veteran Stephen Drew is the Yankees' starter at second base, but that doesn't mean he, or prospects Robert Refsnyder and Jose Pirela will be the answer at the position in the future.
It's safe to say Derek Jeter is happy with his decision to retire from baseball.
A-Rod homered, but the bullpen blew it against the O's Wednesday and last-place New York lost its third straight series to start the season, all within the AL East.
A little more than a third of the way through his contract, Carlos Beltran has yet to make an impact with the Yankees -- and this season he's healthy.
Whenever I'm slightly objective about the Yankees, I'm branded nouns unsuitable for family programming -- particularly on Twitter, the toxic waste of human dialogue. Well, then I'm writing this in my HAZMAT suit.
Miguel Gonzalez struck out a career-high 10 over seven innings, and the Baltimore Orioles beat CC Sabathia and the New York Yankees 4-3 Tuesday night at soggy Camden Yards.
Nova threw 20 pitches Tuesday at the Yankees' minor league complex and appears on track to rejoin the team in June.
"Bald Vinny" Milano says he has no problem with Mets fans doing roll call during Monday's home opener at Citi Field -- even if it is a Yankees thing.
There was an emphatic anti-A-Rod crowd for the series opener in Baltimore, led by 56-year-old Tolbert Rowe, who stood and turned his back for each and every one of Rodriguez's at-bats.
It's expected that the Yankees will fight a series of bonuses due to Alex Rodriguez by ignoring the milestones. If that's the plan, they're sticking to it.
Alex Rodriguez went into Monday night batting .300. He finished at .250 after going 0-for-4 with two strikeouts in the Yankees' win over the O's.
"My godfather means the world to me," Bonds told USA TODAY Sports. "I love him to a T. But when Alex hits No. 660, I'll be happy for him. Willie will be happy for him."
Baltimore could again find itself in a slugfest Monday night should the Yankees replicate the offensive outburst they showcased their last time out.
New York (1-4) was limited to five hits in an 8-4 loss Saturday after going 14 for 67 in a 6-5, 19-inning loss in Friday's opener.
They might be the butt of jokes, but pitchers can succeed despite their extra large cabooses and midsections.
Sure, it's only been three games, but there's no denying the fact that the Yankees look very much like their mediocre-at-best selves from last season.
Sitting in the first row behind home plate at Yankee Stadium on Thursday night, Jimmy Fallon was spooked by a foul ball off the bat of Jacoby Ellsbury in the seventh inning.
Girardi needed something to give his team a boost, and he got it with the Betances-to-Miller progression. Now he should go back to the book. The one that will tell him to let Betances do his job in the ninth.
The first general election debate in the New Jersey gubernatorial race is happening Sunday, Sept. 21.
Aaron Judge hit his 49th home run, Giancarlo Stanton ripped a three-run shot and the New York Yankees got a dominant pitching performance from Carlos Rodón in a 6-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday night.
Investigators say a driver rear-ended another car, pushing that vehicle into two pedestrians who were crossing the street.
Coronel has 10 shut outs this season, tied with Charlotte's Kristijan Kahlina for second most in MLS.
New York has lost 10 of 14 overall.
Investigators say a driver rear-ended another car, pushing that vehicle into two pedestrians who were crossing the street.
Saturday's rally was led by artists and comedians who targeted President Trump and called on corporations and the community to stand up for free speech.
On Sept. 2, there was a chemical reaction and fire at the same warehouse.
The independent mayoral candidate had been criticized by Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani for not campaigning at mosques.
The grandmother on a fixed income said she dropped three checks into a mailbox outside the North Babylon Post Office, but none made it to the payees.
With fall set to officially arrive on Monday, many are wondering when and where they can enjoy the beautiful change in leaves that occurs annually.
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.
The first general election debate in the New Jersey gubernatorial race is happening Sunday, Sept. 21.
The New Jersey native spoke at a Manhattan gala supporting the Israel Defense Forces after spending more than a year in Hamas custody.
The mysterious crack on Smith Street, a major thoroughfare near the border of Woodbridge Township and Perth Amboy, formed on Sept. 8 and it has been shut down since.
With fall set to officially arrive on Monday, many are wondering when and where they can enjoy the beautiful change in leaves that occurs annually.
His doctors put him on a combination of targeted therapy and immunotherapy.
The grandmother on a fixed income said she dropped three checks into a mailbox outside the North Babylon Post Office, but none made it to the payees.
With fall set to officially arrive on Monday, many are wondering when and where they can enjoy the beautiful change in leaves that occurs annually.
More than 250,000 spectators will be in Farmingdale next week. Volunteers will be tasked with everything from giving directions to keeping Bethpage State Park shining.
The state comptroller's office says a new law is helping New Yorkers get faster returns.
The KPMG Women's PGA will be played on the Black Course at Bethpage Black in 2028, while the PGA Championship will go to Bethpage Black for the second time in 2033.
The first general election debate in the New Jersey gubernatorial race is happening Sunday, Sept. 21.
Saturday's rally was led by artists and comedians who targeted President Trump and called on corporations and the community to stand up for free speech.
President Trump announced that he would nominate senior White House aide Lindsey Halligan to serve as the top federal prosecutor for the Virginia office.
A memorial service for conservative activist Charlie Kirk is set to feature President Trump, Vice President JD Vance, Erika Kirk and others on Sunday at State Farm Stadium in Arizona.
The Department of Homeland Security is escalating its clash with so-called sanctuary states, warning multiple states they could face legal action, CBS News has learned.
His doctors put him on a combination of targeted therapy and immunotherapy.
The agency said it is working to identify and notify people who may have been exposed.
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.
Saturday's rally was led by artists and comedians who targeted President Trump and called on corporations and the community to stand up for free speech.
British artist Morrissey has canceled two New England concerts, including Saturday's in Boston, after he received a death threat.
Jon Stewart, Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Fallon opened their late-night shows using a mix of humor, song and expressions of solidarity with suspended ABC host Jimmy Kimmel.
ABC's announcement came as media giants Nexstar and Sinclair announced they would preempt Jimmy Kimmel's show indefinitely on all their stations over his remarks.
Cardi B confirmed on "CBS Mornings" that she is pregnant and having a baby with boyfriend, NFL wide receiver Stefon Diggs.
Aaron Judge hit his 49th home run, Giancarlo Stanton ripped a three-run shot and the New York Yankees got a dominant pitching performance from Carlos Rodón in a 6-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday night.
Coronel has 10 shut outs this season, tied with Charlotte's Kristijan Kahlina for second most in MLS.
New York has lost 10 of 14 overall.
Alonso Martínez scored two penalty-kick goals and goalkeeper Matt Freese made a penalty-kick save as New York City beat Charlotte at Yankee Stadium.
Trevor Rogers threw six one-hit innings, and Baltimore dealt New York a setback in its attempt to catch the Blue Jays atop the AL East.
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.
Tony Sadiku has the Tri-State Area's updated Sunday morning First Alert Forecast on CBS News New York.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for September 20 at 11 p.m.
Tariffs are scaring up prices for Halloween goods this year on everything from candy to costumes. Omar Villafranca checks out one costume shop to see how they're trying to keep prices as low as possible in the run-up to Halloween.
A shark nursery off the Long Island coast is helping researchers understand the great white shark.
The final preparations are being set for a memorial service at State Farm Stadium in Arizona to honor Charlie Kirk. Many high-profile guests, including President Trump and Vice President Vance, are expected to be on hand Sunday. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos has more on what to expect.
