Sen. Chuck Schumer calling for federal action to crack down on a product called "Zyn"
He says the nicotine pouches pose a danger to teens, as they use them as an alternative to e-cigarettes. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
He says the nicotine pouches pose a danger to teens, as they use them as an alternative to e-cigarettes. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
As kids get ready to head back to school, there's a warning about vape pens designed to look just like highlighters and cannabis products disguised as baked goods. CBS New York's Dave Carlin has what parents need to know. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3QLOVDN
Experts say when it it comes to school supplies, if you notice something different in their backpack, investigate.
The report also found that White non-Hispanic Americans between 18 and 24 vape more than Latino, Asian or Black youth in the same age group.
The mayor argues that some of the vape products are equal to between 175 and 350 single cigarettes.
Students at one Clinton Hill high school are taking part in a novel experiment created by Cornell University testing the effect e-cigarette vapor has on living cells.
The crackdown aims to reduce vaping by young people.
During his State of the State address Wednesday, he said legalization is necessary to keep residents safe.
Cuomo said the latest victims were a woman in her 20s from New York City and another woman in her 50s from Ontario County.
The Trump administration is banning flavored vape products that appeal to children.
Action against e-cigarettes has gained urgency amid the rise of a vaping illness nationwide.
Supporters of the ban say the flavors target kids, but adult users worry they will return to traditional tobacco.
Doctors believe they've discovered a new type of lung injury related to vaping after a teenager in Canada nearly died of something like "popcorn lung."
The victim was identified as a Manhattan man in his 30s. A 17-year-old boy from the Bronx died of a similar condition last month.
The lawsuit also claims the company misled consumers and misrepresented its products by saying they're a safer alternative to smoking.
Last month, the city of Yonkers banned the sale of flavored vaping products. Well, on Wednesday those products were back on the shelves of local stores.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed a law to raise the smoking age from 18 to 21 back in July.
A government lab found the same chemical compound in fluid taken from the lungs of 29 patients across the country, the CDC announced.
Nassau County legislature has postponed a vote to ban on flavored vaping products which was expected on Monday.
Last week, a new county law banned advertising on age-restricted products such as e-cigarettes within 1,000 feet of areas frequented by young people.
As of Oct. 8, there had been 26 vaping-related deaths in 21 states, including New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts.
The nation's most popular e-cigarette brand says it will stop selling fruit and dessert-flavored vape pens amid the vaping health crisis.
Following government efforts to slow down teen use of e-cigarettes, New Jersey's largest health network has launched a new anti-vaping campaign.
Officials on Wednesday announced plans to combat the vaping crisis, just one day after New York reported its first death linked to the devices.
The medical examiner continues to investigate the boy's death, but officials say he was using black market e-cigarettes that contained THC.
Defensemen Brent Burns and Dmitry Orlov got Carolina off to a fast start and the Hurricanes held on to beat the New York Islanders 3-2 on Thursday night for a 3-0 lead in the first-round series.
Joel Embiid scored 50 points, making all four 3-point attempts and scoring 18 in a potential series-shifting third quarter on Thursday night to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 125-114 win over the New York Knicks in Game 3 of their Eastern Conference first-round series.
Mason Miller retired Aaron Judge with a runner on for his first four-out save, and the Oakland Athletics beat the New York Yankees 3-1 for a four-game split.
A long-lost guitar that belonged to John Lennon has been found, and it will be on display and up for auction in New York City.
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka says the city will start enforcing its curfew for kids on May 3 after an uptick in crimes involving suspects under 18.
A long-lost guitar that belonged to John Lennon has been found, and it will be on display and up for auction in New York City.
Street vendors in the Bronx are calling on the city to fix the system for getting a vending license.
CBS New York's Vanessa Murdock looks back at historic tornado outbreaks, which highlight the fact that we don't have to be in the thick of severe weather season to witness a touchdown.
The MTA will invest $6 billion over the next decade to make mass transit more resilient to flooding during inclement weather.
Twenty years after the remains of two Gilgo Beach victims were found in Manorville, a widespread search has resumed there.
CBS New York's Vanessa Murdock looks back at historic tornado outbreaks, which highlight the fact that we don't have to be in the thick of severe weather season to witness a touchdown.
Former MIT researcher Qinxuan Pan has been sentenced to 35 years in prison in the 2021 murder of Yale graduate student Kevin Jiang.
Two heroic men saved a little girl that was running into into a busy intersection in East Hartford, Connecticut.
Expect to see a passing shower this afternoon, with a rumble here and there. Temperatures will be in the upper 60s to around 70 degrees.
U.S. News & World Report on Tuesday released their 2024 high school rankings, including nearly 2,000 in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut combined.
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka says the city will start enforcing its curfew for kids on May 3 after an uptick in crimes involving suspects under 18.
CBS New York's Vanessa Murdock looks back at historic tornado outbreaks, which highlight the fact that we don't have to be in the thick of severe weather season to witness a touchdown.
At least two Princeton University students were arrested Thursday at a pro-Palestinian protest on campus where students began setting up tents.
A New Jersey woman has received a first-of-its-kind transplant using a modified pig kidney along with a heart pump.
The city of Passaic, New Jersey is receiving over $1.5 million in federal funds for flash flood remediation.
CBS New York's Vanessa Murdock looks back at historic tornado outbreaks, which highlight the fact that we don't have to be in the thick of severe weather season to witness a touchdown.
Twenty years after the remains of two Gilgo Beach victims were found in Manorville, a widespread search has resumed there.
Gov. Hochul secures funding for New Yorkers struggling with mental illness and involved in the criminal justice system.
Authorities with several law enforcement agencies continue to search an area in Manorville for evidence in the Gilgo Beach murders case.
U.S. News & World Report on Tuesday released their 2024 high school rankings, including nearly 2,000 in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut combined.
Former National Enquirer boss David Pecker appeared on the stand for the third day, detailing an agreement the tabloid made with a former Playboy model.
Former President Donald Trump visited a construction site in Midtown for an NYC rally before returning to court in his alleged "hush money" trial.
Gov. Hochul secures funding for New Yorkers struggling with mental illness and involved in the criminal justice system.
Mayor Eric Adams announced New York City's executive budget for the next fiscal year on Wednesday.
House Speaker Mike Johnson was met with loud boos as he visited Columbia University, where he joined calls for the president's resignation amid pro-Palestinian protests.
A New Jersey woman has received a first-of-its-kind transplant using a modified pig kidney along with a heart pump.
Suffolk County law enforcement officers are now equipped with a tool to help people on the autism spectrum during stressful encounters.
High blood pressure, or hypertension, may increase the risk of dementia, according to a new study. Hear from a doctor for advice on lowering your risk factors.
A New York City company promoted "$0 cost" COVID tests, then got over 100 complaints after people were told they may owe hundreds.
On the eve of 4/20, Gov. Kathy Hochul unveiled a plan for law enforcement to lock up thousands of illegal marijuana shops.
A long-lost guitar that belonged to John Lennon has been found, and it will be on display and up for auction in New York City.
Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction on felony sex crime charges has been overturned by the State of New York Court of Appeals.
Mary J. Blige, Cher, Foreigner, A Tribe Called Quest, Kool & The Gang, Ozzy Osbourne, Dave Matthews Band and Peter Frampton have been named to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
The classic musical, which first opened in 1966, is back on Broadway in an immersive new production titled "Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club," starring Eddie Redmayne, Gayle Rankin and Bebe Neuwirth. Leave your troubles outside!
Taylor Swift's new album, "The Tortured Poets Department," was released Friday, and Swifties in New York City came together to celebrate.
Defensemen Brent Burns and Dmitry Orlov got Carolina off to a fast start and the Hurricanes held on to beat the New York Islanders 3-2 on Thursday night for a 3-0 lead in the first-round series.
Joel Embiid scored 50 points, making all four 3-point attempts and scoring 18 in a potential series-shifting third quarter on Thursday night to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 125-114 win over the New York Knicks in Game 3 of their Eastern Conference first-round series.
Mason Miller retired Aaron Judge with a runner on for his first four-out save, and the Oakland Athletics beat the New York Yankees 3-1 for a four-game split.
An unprecedented six of the first 12 picks were quarterbacks, an NFL Draft record.
The Jets have eight picks in the 2024 NFL Draft, including the final pick, aka "Mr. Irrelevant."
Street vendors in the Bronx are calling on the city to fix the system for getting a vending license.
Some Queens residents are fuming over cars parking on beloved greenway.
The 12th Annual Black Comic Book Festival returns to the Schomburg Center later this week.
There are plans to turn an Inwood parking lot into new affordable apartments for the community.
From affordable housing to commercial properties, New York City developers are addressing the climate crisis in a variety of ways.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
The CBS New York Book Club with Mary Calvi is voting on its next Fic Pick to read this month.
Reaction has been pouring in after the New York State Court of Appeals overturned the disgraced movie producer's 2020 rape conviction. CBS New York Elijah Westbrook has the latest details.
The university had given students a midnight deadline to disperse, but it appears that has come and gone. CBS New York's Christina Fan has the latest on what we know from campus.
CBS New York's First Alert Weather team has the latest forecast.
CBS New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for April 25 at 11 p.m.