Paterson student fulfills lifelong dream -- gets accepted to Harvard
Isabela Gonzalez applied to 22 colleges -- and got into 15 -- but was waiting for one letter in particular.
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Isabela Gonzalez applied to 22 colleges -- and got into 15 -- but was waiting for one letter in particular.
CBS2's Cory James has more on Isabela Gonzalez's near-decade quest to get accepted to the prestigious Ivy League school.
When driving around Paterson, you can't help but notice trash bags are littered all over. Mayor Andre Sayegh is fed up.
It's a quality of life issue, but it's also costly. CBS2's Nick Caloway reports.
It's part of an effort to get more children between the ages of 5 and 11 vaccinated.
The blessings of Ramadan include the return of bigger crowds to the rebuilt Islamic center in Jersey City.
According to Mayor Andre Sayegh, a section of the basement was flooded with up to six feet of water.
The mayor says a section of the basement was flooded with up to six feet of water.
The city of Paterson, New Jersey is taking a step toward mending trust between the public and police.
The city of Paterson, New Jersey, is taking a step towards mending trust between the public and the police department.
Here's what's coming up around our area.
During the pandemic, authorities said overdoses in Paterson surged by 30 percent.
Paterson, New Jersey is taking an unusual step to fight the opioid crisis. A new program promises treatment in 90 minutes. CBS2's Natalie Duddridge reports.
Dr. Jabeen Ahmed went to the homes of people who had COVID-19 to test family members and vaccinate people.
As we celebrate Women's History Month, a New Jersey pharmacist was singled out for her life-saving efforts during the pandemic.
In honor of Women's History Month, women-owned businesses are being recognized for supporting their communities.
In honor of Women's History Month, women-owned businesses in Paterson are being recognized.
Plans include providing better views of the waterfall and creating more open space for the public to enjoy.
The next phase of the Paterson river walk in Passaic County is about to begin.
Hinchliffe is one of five former Negro League stadiums still standing.
February is Black History Month, and part of that history comes to us from New Jersey's third-largest city, via the underground railroad.
On Jan. 19, he was caught in the crossfire when two groups of men opened fire.
On Jan. 19, 18-year-old Robert Cuadra was found lying on the sidewalk in front of a home on Godwin Avenue, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
Authorities believe she may have been targeted, though the suspect has not yet been arrested.
The district went remote due to COVID-19 concerns, then extended virtual learning for an extra week.
It's Election Day 2025 in New York City today, when polls open and people will start voting for the next mayor of America's largest city.
Towns also grabbed 13 rebounds as the Knicks stayed perfect at home with a 119-102 victory on Monday.
Cam Thomas had 25 points and Nic Claxton chipped in 19 in the 125-109 loss on Monday as Brooklyn fell to 0-7.
The fifth-ranked Red Storm got balanced scoring an big contribution from their prized transfers in a 108-74 win on Monday.
New York City students interested in medicine are gaining experience before they even graduate, thanks to the program at Maimonides Health in Brooklyn.
It's Election Day 2025 in New York City today, when polls open and people will start voting for the next mayor of America's largest city.
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.
Developers and advocates believe that within a decade the Gowanus Canal in Brooklyn will be "transformed."
The president urged New York City voters to elect former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in Tuesday's mayoral election and threatened to withhold funding if Zohran Mamdani wins.
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.
A nor'easter that soaked the NYC area Sunday and Monday brought more than 4 inches of rainfall and winds above 60 mph.
Nick Mangold's family, friends and former New York Jets teammates celebrated his life and legacy.
Several polls have given Sherrill, a Democrat, a narrow lead, but a recent one shows a virtual tie.
Gov. Phil Murphy sent members of the National Guard to emergency food organizations after funding for SNAP benefits lapsed.
Officials there said a staffing shortage was to blame for delays Sunday of up to three hours and a ground stoppage.
The Republican is in a heated race with Democrat Mikie Sherrill to take over for term-limited Gov. Phil Murphy.
The man with severe cognitive disabilities disappeared on Halloween and was found among the NYC Marathon crowd.
Omer Neutra, a Plainview, N.Y. native, was a captain with the IDF when he was kidnapped and killed by Hamas in the Oct. 7, 2023 attacks.
There's a crackdown in Suffolk County on Long Island on unlicensed limo drivers who aren't properly insured or registered with the state, and don't have safety equipment.
The National Weather Service reported 1.85 inches in Central Park, breaking the previous daily rainfall record of 1.64 inches set in 1917.
Amanda Fraser, 23, is charged with attempted murder in connection to the elder abuse case in Massapequa.
It's Election Day 2025 in New York City today, when polls open and people will start voting for the next mayor of America's largest city.
After a failed $13 million attempt to launch ferry service from Kaiser Park, the city is testing new waters off Steeplechase Pier.
Several polls have given Sherrill, a Democrat, a narrow lead, but a recent one shows a virtual tie.
The president urged New York City voters to elect former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in Tuesday's mayoral election and threatened to withhold funding if Zohran Mamdani wins.
All three NYC mayoral candidates, Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa, are making the most of the final hours before Election Day.
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 newly expanded facility will serve more than 30,000 children annually and is the borough's only pediatric trauma center.
The Womb Bus offers an opportunity for new and expecting moms to form a special bond.
Prince Andrew is being stripped of his titles and must surrender his lease to Royal Lodge, according to a statement from Buckingham Palace.
Five people have been federally charged in connection with the 2023 overdose death of actor Robert De Niro's grandson and two others, authorities said Thursday.
Tuesday's gathering was designed to celebrate the men and women from across the country who have risked their own lives to save others.
The legendary rockers will play on July 7, 9, 12 and 14 in New York City -- before heading to Edinburgh, Scotland; Dublin and London.
Hundreds of people waited in line for hours to catch the performance on a livestream.
Towns also grabbed 13 rebounds as the Knicks stayed perfect at home with a 119-102 victory on Monday.
Cam Thomas had 25 points and Nic Claxton chipped in 19 in the 125-109 loss on Monday as Brooklyn fell to 0-7.
The fifth-ranked Red Storm got balanced scoring an big contribution from their prized transfers in a 108-74 win on Monday.
Nick Mangold's family, friends and former New York Jets teammates celebrated his life and legacy.
Cutter Gauthier and Beckett Sennecke each had a goal and an assist, goalie Lukas Dostal made 32 saves, and the Anaheim Ducks beat the New Jersey Devils 4-1 on Sunday night.
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.
Before the days of Google Maps, the Queens-native found street views in library books.
Officials say the site for a new elementary school in Brooklyn is safe, but some are skeptical because of lingering contamination from a decades-old Superfund site.
From Greenpoint community gardens to Governor's Island orchards, New Yorkers are reconnecting with the city's agricultural past through historic fruit trees.
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.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn is calling for sun and clouds most of the week, but says there are rain chances over the weekend.
Dozens of supporters gathered in Columbus Circle for a vigil in memory of Neutra, whose body was returned to Israel on Sunday. The 22-year-old was a Long Island native and captain in the Israeli Defense Forces. CBS News New York's Kristine Johnson reports.
But as CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports, some people struggling to put food on the table say the help is coming too late.
Republican Jack Ciattarelli and Democrat Mikie Sherrill made last-ditch campaign stops on Monday night in an attempt to woo undecided voters. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis has the story.
Mamdani, Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa kept up the pressure in the mayor's race with stops across New York City on Monday night. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
