Red flags at Long Island beaches warn swimmers after recent shark attacks
Fire Island beaches will display red flags and purple flags in lifeguard areas to alert visitors of the potential danger, CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
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Fire Island beaches will display red flags and purple flags in lifeguard areas to alert visitors of the potential danger, CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
Starting Monday, appointments to get the monkeypox vaccine on Fire Island will open online.
The county will open pop-up clinics next week on Fire Island.
Bulldozers brought down a long-crumbling eyesore Wednesday on Long Island. As CBS2's Carolyn Gusoff reports, the building's destruction is being hailed as a major milestone in the revitalization of a struggling beach community.
A member of the Fatima Al-Zahra mosque in Ronkonkoma posted video of the damage and said somebody threw a "bomb canister" at a sign.
Officials said they're using state-of-the-art equipment to watch for any more sharks.
The shores are being patrolled by drones in case of another shark sighting, CBS2's Thalia Perez reports.
Zachari Gallo said he was participating in a training exercise in the water when he was bit on the chest and hand.
Zachari Gallo, who shared pictures of his injuries, said he he fought the shark after being bitten on the chest and hand. CBS2's Thalia Perez reports.
The lifeguard was bitten on the chest and hand on Sunday at Smith Point Beach in Suffolk County. CBS2's Thalia Perez reports.
Officials said the lifeguard was bitten on the chest and hand in the waters off Smith Point Beach. CBS2's Thalia Perez has the story.
Jackie Dias would've liked to have had a crystal ball to see the future would be OK when John came out as a gay man 10 years ago.
As many as 1,000 boats are expected in the water off Huntington for the Fourth of July.
Boaters are being urged to practice safety during the holiday weekend and throughout the summer.
Suffolk County Police Marine Units will be out in force looking for those operating boars in an unsafe manner.
The girl had been reported missing after she was dropped off by a rideshare in Hempstead on Monday.
Suffolk County Police are asking for the public's help in the search for missing 10-year-old Iyanna Farris.
The county health department says that after the recent heavy rainfall, bacteria levels could be higher than state standards.
Health officials say depending on testing, the beaches could re-open Wednesday.
He has asked the USDA to formally determine the grants protect and preserve the environment, making them tax exempt.
If elected, Zeldin would be New York's first Jewish Republican governor.
"It's one of the few professions where you work with your heart, your hands, and your head at the same time," co-owner Tom Geppel told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
One victim said he is not concerned not about the missing cookies, but, rather, the child's welfare.
CBS2's Carolyn Gusoff speaks to residents who say they were duped by a man and a little girl.
These were supposed to be celebratory days. Instead, the Kings Park community is in mourning.
Keurig Dr Pepper says it will buy Peet's Coffee owner JDE Peet's in an $18 billion acquisition, with plans to split into two companies afterwards.
7 train service is limited in Manhattan as police investigate a person struck by a train at Grand Central-42nd Street, the MTA says.
Health officials in Gaza say an Israeli strike on Nasser Hospital has killed at least 15 people, including 4 journalists.
Daniil Medvedev's US Open match against Benjamin Bonzi was delayed Sunday night after a photographer entered the court on match point.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Trent Grisham each hit two home runs and the Yankees beat the Red Sox 7-2 on Sunday night to prevent a four-game sweep.
7 train service is limited in Manhattan as police investigate a person struck by a train at Grand Central-42nd Street, the MTA says.
Daniil Medvedev's US Open match against Benjamin Bonzi was delayed Sunday night after a photographer entered the court on match point.
New York City's only Republican in Congress represents Staten Island and southern Brooklyn.
Four arrests have been made in the fatal shooting during a basketball game at a New York City park, the NYPD says.
NYC's Office of Emergency Management issued a warning for life-threatening rip currents through 8 p.m. Sunday.
The town of Fairfield will throw a parade Monday to celebrate the Little League team's World Series run.
NYC's Office of Emergency Management issued a warning for life-threatening rip currents through 8 p.m. Sunday.
The boys are advancing to the U.S. world championship round this weekend, and fans in the community are eager to watch and cheer on their very own.
New Jersey is under a state of emergency and there's a coastal flood advisory for the Jersey Shore as Hurricane Erin causes dangerous conditions.
While weather conditions have been pretty quiet to begin the week, they're going to become much more active in the short term.
The Passaic Valley Water Commission says there is no estimated timeframe for repairs after a 42-inch water main broke in Paterson.
NYC's Office of Emergency Management issued a warning for life-threatening rip currents through 8 p.m. Sunday.
A Hudson County resident who tested positive for measles used public transit while potentially infectious, health officials say.
Hurricane Erin is churning up dangerous surf and rip currents from the Jersey Shore to Long Island, where beaches are closed to swimming.
Some effects of Hurricane Erin will linger at the coastline through the weekend.
NYC's Office of Emergency Management issued a warning for life-threatening rip currents through 8 p.m. Sunday.
Thursday night's tidal flooding may be in part to blame for a large fire at a Long Island marina that destroyed a restaurant and several boats.
Hurricane Erin is churning up dangerous surf and rip currents from the Jersey Shore to Long Island, where beaches are closed to swimming.
Some effects of Hurricane Erin will linger at the coastline through the weekend.
New Jersey is under a state of emergency and there's a coastal flood advisory for the Jersey Shore as Hurricane Erin causes dangerous conditions.
New York City's only Republican in Congress represents Staten Island and southern Brooklyn.
The following is the transcript of an interview with Rep. Mike Lawler, Republican of New York, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 24, 2025.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams made it clear he has no intention of letting the charges against Lewis-Martin stop him from seeking reelection.
The Trump administration may try to deport Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Uganda days after he was released from pre-trial detention, according to a DHS official.
President Trump also said he's willing to bring in the "regular military," not just the National Guard.
A Hudson County resident who tested positive for measles used public transit while potentially infectious, health officials say.
Two other possible cases of West Nile virus are under investigation in Brooklyn.
It's the latest of several lawsuits related to the Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Harlem.
Over 100 people have been sickened in the Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Harlem.
Both lawsuits claim construction companies failed to protect workers from unsafe conditions that led to the spread of the disease.
Jerry Adler's acting credits include "The Sopranos" and "The Good Wife." He also had 53 Broadway productions to his name, all behind the scenes.
Around 5:50 a.m., LAPD officers responded to Ventura Boulevard and Vineland Avenue for a man walking in the street.
Tennis legend Serena Williams is sharing her journey with weight loss drugs, saying she's lost 31 pounds in 8 months using GLP-1s.
It's leading to a larger conversation on safety and etiquette.
Tickets are on sale now for the fall edition of NYC Broadway Week 2025, when select shows offer two tickets for the price of one.
Daniil Medvedev's US Open match against Benjamin Bonzi was delayed Sunday night after a photographer entered the court on match point.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Trent Grisham each hit two home runs and the Yankees beat the Red Sox 7-2 on Sunday night to prevent a four-game sweep.
Kerwin Vargas scored a goal in the 30th minute, and Charlotte FC beat the Red Bulls 1-0 on Sunday night to extend the longest win streak in MLS this season.
Jurickson Profar drove in two runs with a bases-loaded single with two outs in the eighth inning, sending the Braves to a 4-3 win over the Mets on Sunday.
The Mets beat the Braves 9-2 on Saturday night.
Brighton Beach has one of New York City's largest elderly populations, supported by local organizations and volunteers.
Thursday night's tidal flooding may be in part to blame for a large fire at a Long Island marina that destroyed a restaurant and several boats.
The city-owned section of the BQE would cost billions to fix, with construction not expected to begin until 2029.
The state says the move will expand protections for swimming and fishing to more than 90% of New York City's waterways.
New York City's tallest subway station will receive long-awaited elevators as part of the MTA's $68 billion capital plan.
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.
Service was suspended but has resumed with delays after the MTA says a person was struck by a train at Grand Central-42nd Street.
There are now more than 2,000 National Guard troops patrolling the nation's capital, with some of them carrying weapons.
Officials say 18,000 residents in the Riverside section of the city have no water. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports on the repairs.
Police say one of the victims, a 17-year-old girl from Hartford, is hospitalized in critical condition after the shooting. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has reaction from her family.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.
