NYC mayor on COVID, crime and why workers must return to office
Eric Adams was sworn in as the 110th mayor of New York City on Saturday
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Eric Adams' first speech as NYC mayor
Saturday marked New York City Mayor Eric Adams' first day on the job. He told New Yorkers in his first speech that "the last two years have trapped our spirit and it is begging to be let out." Watch his speech.
Andy Cohen goes viral for roasting Bill de Blasio during NYE broadcast
"Sayonara sucka!" Cohen said after he and Anderson Cooper took a shot to ring in 2022.
Eric Adams says "we will not be controlled by crises" in first speech as NYC mayor
Adams used his family's Bible to take the oath of office in Times Square with members of his family by his side.
Times Square prepares to ring in the New Year
People from across the globe have gathered in New York City's Times Square to ring in the New Year. The Omicron variant has caused the city to scale back the celebrations, but those gathered for the ball drop are hoping for better times in 2022. CBS News' Courtney Kealy reports.
New York City rings in 2022
Though there was a limited crowd due to the coronavirus pandemic, New York City celebrated the end of the year with the iconic ball drop in Times Square. Watch the city ring in the final minute of 2021.
Omicron prompts return to remote learning
New York City's mayor said the nation's largest school district will reopen for in-person learning as planned. For other schools across the country, the decision is not as clear. Meg Oliver reports.
NYC's strictest vaccine mandate takes effect
New York City's strictest COVID-19 vaccine mandate to date has taken effect. Private sector employees must now show proof of at least one vaccine dose to enter the workplace. Everyone aged 12 and older will need to show proof of full vaccination to enter indoor venues like movie theaters, gyms and museums. City and State New York senior state politics reporter Zach Williams joined CBSN's Elise Preston to discuss.
NYC schools to resume in-person learning Monday
Pediatric COVID-19 admissions have been on the rise recently in New York City, health officials say.
NYC's new vaccine rules take effect for businesses and kids' activities
New York City's sweeping mandate requires nearly all private-sector businesses to ban unvaccinated employees from the workplace.
NYC New Year's Eve celebrations scaled back
Surging COVID-19 infections have forced New York city to modify this year's New Year's Eve celebration in Times Square. Times Square Alliance President Tom Harris joins CBSN to discuss more.
Times Square New Year's Eve celebration scaled back
The famous celebration will host less audience members and require them to wear masks and be fully vaccinated.
NYC Corrections Department warns of COVID crisis at Rikers Island
The correction department's commissioner said the risk to inmates at the jail "are at a crisis level."
NYC offering $100 to residents who get COVID-19 booster
As Omicron cases soar, America's largest city is rolling out a financial incentive for people to get a booster shot.
Supply chain issues spark cream cheese shortage
Restaurants have been hit hard during the pandemic with shutdowns and a lack of workers. Now, the industry is struggling with another issue regarding a popular ingredient in short supply: cream cheese. CBS News' Naomi Ruchim reports.
CDC: Omicron now dominant variant in U.S.
The Omicron variant has become the dominant strain of COVID-19 in the U.S. The strain is also forcing countries across Europe to impose new virus-related restrictions. CBS news correspondent Nancy Chen reports on the recent surge from New York City, and CBS news foreign correspondent Roxana Saberi has the updates from London. Then, Dr. Manish Garg, an emergency medicine physician, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest.
De Blasio gives NYC COVID update
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio said Sunday that the city would be ramping up testing amid the surge in COVID-19 cases and fears over the fast-spreading Omicron variant. Watch his press conference here.
No live audience and musical guest backs out for "SNL" as cases spike
Musical guest Charli XCX announced she could no longer perform shortly after the show said their would be no live audience on Saturday.
Anti-vax protest at a Cheesecake Factory ends in 6 arrests
Amid new mask and vaccine mandates, workers at restaurants and other public spots are dealing with belligerent customers.
New art exhibit honors Nellie Bly
A brand-new art exhibit was unveiled in New York City on Friday to honor Nellie Bly, regarded by many as America's first investigative journalist. The installation is not far from the scene of one of her greatest triumphs and it is created by a sculptor trying to address an imbalance in public art. Christina Ruffini has the story.
The personal mission of Rep. Ritchie Torres
The 15th Congressional District in New York's South Bronx – the poorest district in the country – is represented by Democratic Rep. Ritchie Torres, for whom fighting to support the social safety net isn't partisan; it's personal. CBS News' John Dickerson talks with Torres, the first Afro-Latino gay representative, about his journey – from growing up in public housing to working the halls of Congress.
Hate crimes up 100% in NYC, driven by anti-Asian crimes
Overall, there were 503 hate crimes this year as of December 5, up from 252 in 2020 — a 100% increase, the NYPD said.
NYC vaccination rules for children's activities
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio is setting new vaccine deadlines for private sector employees who work in-person, and children ages 5 to 11 who want to participate in certain indoor activities. Dr. Dyan Hes, founder of Gramercy Pediatrics. joins CBSN to discuss the latest coronavirus headlines.
NYC issues new vaccine mandates
New York City is doubling down in its fight against the coronavirus with new vaccine requirements for private employers. CBS News' Laura Podesta joins CBSN AM with the measures the city is taking and how New Yorkers are responding.
Analyzing de Blasio's new vaccine mandate
On Monday, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio issued a new vaccine mandate for private sector employees. Millions of workers have until December 27 to get vaccinated. Dr. Soumi Eachempati, the co-founder and CEO of Cleared4, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to explain.
Trump nominates replacement for acting U.S. attorney in office probing Letitia James
President Trump announced that he would nominate senior White House aide Lindsey Halligan to serve as the top federal prosecutor for the Virginia office.
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ICE threatens lawsuits if Democratic states don't hold migrants
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.
Pentagon to impose new limits on media, documents show
The Pentagon's new guidelines were sent to reporters on Friday.
Newsom signs bill barring on-duty federal officers from wearing masks in California
California Gov. Gavin Newsom also signed bills enhancing protections for children at schools, hospitals.
One dead, several wounded in shooting at New Hampshire country club; suspect detained
Police said multiple people were shot Saturday at the Sky Meadow Country Club in Nashua, New Hampshire.
Armed man arrested outside site of Charlie Kirk memorial in Arizona
The man told Secret Service agents he was a member of law enforcement.
Trump administration to add $100,000 fee for H-1B visas
The Trump administration is targeting a visa widely used by tech companies and other employers to hire foreign workers.
Vermont drought is hitting dairy farmers hard as they turn to costly measures
An ongoing drought in Vermont is depleting feed crops, causing problems for dairy farmers who have been pushed to adapt and take costly measures to care for their cattle.
Sonny Curtis, who wrote "Mary Tyler Moore Show" theme, dies at 88
Sonny Curtis died Friday, his wife of more than a half-century, Louise Curtis, confirmed to The Associated Press.