COVID vaccine mandates start taking effect
All 148,000 New York City school employees were required to get their vaccination by October 1, but some teachers continue to push back against the mandate and risk losing their jobs. Tom Hanson reports.
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Sotomayor denies appeal from teachers to block NYC vaccine mandate
The teachers had filed for the injunction with Sotomayor on Thursday, in an effort to keep the mandate from going into effect Friday.
Vaccine mandate for N.Y. health workers
New York is bracing for a shortage of health care workers as the state's COVID-19 vaccine mandate goes into effect. The vast majority of hospital staffers are vaccinated, but those who refuse could lose their jobs. Michael Hill, a reporter for the Associated Press, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero with more on the potential impact.
Federal judge temporarily blocks COVID vaccine mandate for NYC teachers
More than 82% of department employees have been vaccinated, a Department of Education spokesperson said.
Michael K. Williams died of accidental overdose, medical examiner says
Michael K. Williams was found dead at his Brooklyn home earlier this month.
New York City moves to improve life for food delivery workers
New rules would let food delivery workers use restaurant bathrooms and ensure they're paid regularly.
Brazilian health minister tests positive for COVID-19 during U.N. summit
Earlier in the day, the minister tweeted photos from the United Nations headquarters in Manhattan.
COVID-19 now deadlier than 1918 Spanish flu
The number of reported deaths in the U.S. linked to COVID-19 has surpassed 676,000, according to Johns Hopkins University. The death toll now exceeds the number of Americans believed to have died during the Spanish flu pandemic in 1918. Infectious disease expert Dr. Amesh Adalja joined CBSN to discuss.
September 17 declared "Nick Cordero Day" in NYC
Cordero died from COVID-19 in 2020 after months of complications.
Executive chef Shaun Hergatt, from the restaurant Juni in New York City, divulges his guilty food pleasure
Executive chef Shaun Hergatt. from the restaurant Juni in New York City, divulges his guilty food pleasure.
Executive chef Shaun Hergatt. from the restaurant Juni in New York City, divulges his guilty food pleasure
Executive chef Shaun Hergatt. from the restaurant Juni in New York City, divulges his guilty food pleasure.
Medina moved his award-winning cooking skills to New York City and is now one of the world’s leading authorities on Latin cuisine with eight restaurants of his own
Medina was born and raised in Mexico City and was drawn to cooking for a young age. While his family and culinary training had deep roots in Mexico, a chance meeting changed his life. Medina moved his award-winning cooking skills to New York City and is now one of the world’s leading authorities on Latin cuisine with eight restaurants of his own. He joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” for The Dish.
NYC's Meatball Shop co-creator Daniel Holzman joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to share his ultimate dish of spicy pork meatballs over polenta with spicy meat sauce
New York City's Meatball Shop co-creator Daniel Holzman joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to share his ultimate dish of spicy pork meatballs over polenta with spicy meat sauce.
How health crises helped shape our cities
From yellow fever to tuberculosis to the 1918 Spanish flu pandemic, New York City has fought health crises before the coronavirus pandemic hit. But each wave of contagion has helped shape the city seen today. Tom Hanson looks at how past pandemics have impacted the architecture and makeup of today's urban environments.
Photo pop-up brings visual storytelling to NYC
A unique annual photography festival called "Photoville" has been entertaining people for the last nine years. It features a pop-up city of images featuring a diverse array of works by photographers, ranging from professional to amateur and famous to unknown. Jamie Wax got a look at the festival in Brooklyn last year.
Bringing Greek traditions to American cuisine
From the corner diner to more elegant fare, restaurants run by people of Greek heritage have had extraordinary success in this country. There may be no better example than the Livanos family and their three generations. They've mastered the art of opening and running restaurants in the New York City area for over 50 years. Michelle Miller sat down with them at Moderne Barn, their restaurant in Armonk, New York.
New York governor orders the release of 191 Rikers Island inmates
"That is a point of shame for us, and it needs to be fixed. It's going to be fixed today," Hochul said.
Lawmakers report awful conditions at Rikers Island
New York lawmakers who visited Rikers Island jail complex this week described the conditions there as "awful" and "inhumane." Plans are in the works to close the facility by 2027. Earlier this week, Mayor Bill de Blasio unveiled an emergency relief plan to address immediate issues at the complex. New York State Senator Jabari Brisport and New York State Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas, who visited Rikers, joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss what they saw.
Doctor on vaccine mandates, COVID in kids
Dr. Dyan Hes, the founder of Gramercy Pediatrics in New York City, joins CBSN to discuss the latest COVID-19 headlines including vaccine mandates and in-person learning at K-12 schools.
Four major musicals return to Broadway
"The Lion King," "Wicked," "Chicago" and "Hamilton" are all debuting Tuesday after theaters in New York City shut down for the COVID-19 pandemic more than a year and a half ago. CBS News Broadway contributor Leigh Scheps gives CBSN's Tanya Rivero a preview.
The transformation of ground zero
On September 11, 2001, sixteen acres in Lower Manhattan were turned into hallowed ground. How that area has been transformed since 9/11, in a delicate balance of both looking back and looking forward, is a testament to how the city has risen anew. Correspondent Lee Cowan reports.
Stars arrive at 2021 Met Gala in incredible fashion
Fashion is back, America. After a 16-month COVID pandemic hiatus, the Met Gala made its return, on September 13, 2021, with the theme "In America: A Lexicon of Fashion." See more here.
New York City schools reopen for in-person learning
New York City, which has the largest school system in the country, reopened for in-person learning. Meg Oliver shares more on what's being done to keep students and staff safe amid the pandemic.
The history and culture of Times Square
As "CBS Mornings" moves into a new neighborhood, "CBS Morning" co-hosts Tony Dokoupil and Nate Burleson explore the history and culture of Times Square
NYC schools reopen with mask rules
The country's largest school district returns to in-person learning today. Students and staff will be required to wear masks and teachers must receive at least their first vaccine dose by September 27. Dr. Julie Morita, executive vice president of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and a former member of the Biden administration's transition advisory board, joins "CBSN AM" to discuss keeping kids safe amid the pandemic.
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.