Police: Woman Fends Off Would-Be RapistSearch On For Suspect Accused Of Following 51-Year-Old Victim Home In Manhattan
'Very Dangerous Situation'MTA Investigating After Wooden Beam From Subway Platform Falls Onto SUV In Queens
Happy Birthday, George Washington'Dear George, Dear Mary:' Letter Sheds Light On First President’s First Love
Close Call For Subway TotMTA Operator Helps Save Baby After Stroller Rolls Onto 1 Train Tracks
'The System Never Fails At Failing'For City's Forgotten Families, Little Has Changed Since CBS2 Reports On SOTA Program
Latest News Stories
George Washington’s Birthday: Letter Sheds Light On First President’s First LoveWhile doing research for her first novel, “Dear George, Dear Mary,” CBS2’s Mary Calvi discovered a letter written by Washington that could be a big clue about his very first love.
MTA Investigating After Wooden Beam From Subway Platform Falls Onto SUV In QueensLivery driver Mahoob Lohdi was going about his business when a wooden beam suddenly plummeted from an elevated 7 train platform near 65th Street and Roosevelt Avenue in Woodside.
Police: Woman Throws Coffee In Face Of Would-Be Rapist In ManhattanPolice are searching for a man accused of following a 51-year-old woman home and then trying to sexually assault her Thursday in Manhattan.
New York Weather: 2/22 CBS2 Friday Morning Weather HeadlinesSkies are mostly clear this morning and that allowed temps to drop to into the 20s outside the city.
Subway Operator Helps Save Baby After Stroller Rolls Onto 1 Train TracksPolice say the 8-month-old's father was waiting for the 1 train when the brake on the stroller malfunctioned.
Forgotten Families
For New York City's Forgotten Families, Little Has Changed Since CBS2 Reports On Homeless Assistance ProgramSince January, CBS2 has been showing stories of working parents who were moved out of shelters by the Department of Homeless Services into squalid, uninhabitable homes in New Jersey.
DHS Was Put On Notice About Deplorable Living Conditions In SOTA Program More Than A Year AgoCBS2 has discovered that for 10 months, officials knew they were sentencing vulnerable homeless families to live in hellholes, and did nothing.
DHS Chief On What's Being Done To Help Families Living In Squalid Conditions As Part Of SOTA ProgramCBS2 has reported on seven families who say the city moved them out of shelters to broken down homes in New Jersey.
Featured
Reba Promises New Surprises On This Year's ACM Awards ShowReba McEntire, host of the 54th Academy of County Music Awards, talks with CBSN New York's Alex Denis about this year's show on CBS and the country legend's newest album, "Stronger Than The Truth."
Sailor In Iconic V-J Day Times Square Kiss Photo Dies At 95The ecstatic sailor shown kissing a woman in Times Square celebrating the end of World War II died Sunday. George Mendonsa was 95.
‘Love, Deception And Vengeance:’ CBS2’s Mary Calvi Dishes About George Washington’s First, Forgotten RomanceAs we celebrate George Washington’s birthday on this Presidents Day, CBS2’s Mary Calvi dishes new details about the nation’s first president and his forgotten love story.
How Many National Emergencies Have Been Called By Presidents?Here is a list of when national emergencies have been used by presidents, and what their purpose was...
How To Pick The Perfect Summer Camp For Your ChildrenAmerican Camp Association of New York and New Jersey Executive Director Susie Lupert shared her advice with CBSN New York.
'Tidying Up' Trend Has People Rethinking The Way They OrganizeA tidal wave of tidying up seems to be sweeping the nation. Celebrities are scanning their junk drawers, canines are canvassing their toys, and seemingly endless social media posts boast the hashtags #TidyingUp or #KonMari.
Latest Videos
George Washington's Long Lost Love LetterGeorge Washington, our first president, was born on this day in 1732. While doing research for her first novel, "Dear George, Dear Mary," CBS2's Mary Calvi discovered a letter written by Washington that could be a big clue about his very first love.
Break Dancing Could Become Olympic SportIt was all the rage in the '80s, especially on the sidewalks of New York. Now, break dancing could become an Olympic sport.
Closing Arguments Today In Sarah Stern TrialClosing arguments are set to start in the Sarah Stern murder trial.
Alleged Serial Burglar Arrested In New JerseyPolice in Montclair are expected to give more details Friday about the arrested of a suspected serial burglar.
Dining Deal: AnejoMexican food is on the menu for this week's Dining Deal. CBS2's Tony Tantillo takes us to Anejo in Hell's Kitchen.
PSEG-LI Scam WarningA consumer alert this morning affecting Long Island residents.
Latest Sports Stories
Center Duo Of Nurkic, Kanter Leads Blazers Over NetsKanter, who signed last week with the Blazers after losing his job with the Knicks, made his first seven shots and finished 8 for 9, missing only a 3-pointer.
Wild End 5-Game Skid With Win Over RangersPavel Buchnevich scored for the Rangers and Henrik Lundqvist made 31 saves.
Schneider Stops 30 Shots As Devils Blank Undermanned SenatorsTravis Zajac, Steven Santini, Kurtis Gabriel and Miles Wood scored for the Devils, who won for the third time in four games.
Best Of
Time Out New York's NYC Happenings For Feb. 22-24A children's film festival, botanical garden events and Brooklyn Beer Week are among the happenings highlighted by Time Out New York's Will Gleason for this week in New York City.
Studio's Picture Perfect Pout Workshop Tops Week Of NYC Fashion EventsFrom makeup and hair to jeans and bow ties, there's plenty to do when it comes to opportunities to up your fashion and beauty game. Read on for a rundown of what to do in New York City this week.
Enigmatic Fashion Icon Karl Lagerfeld DeadChanel's iconic couturier, Karl Lagerfeld, who dominated high fashion for the past 50 years, has died. He was around 85 years old.
Kids Week Goes Full Steam Ahead At NYC's Intrepid Sea, Air & Space MuseumThe week-long event will include crafts, animal shows, and plenty of science demos on board the historic aircraft carrier.
A Quick & Easy Chicken Tortilla Soup To Warm Up WinterChef Julie Hartigan - from cookingwjulie.com - joined CBS2’s Kristine Johnson and Cindy Hsu with some recipes that will have you and your family slurping every last spoonful.
Furry Friend Finder: Archie And FoxyIn this edition of “Furry Friend Finder,” CBS2’s Vanessa Murdock and Cindy Hsu introduce Archie and Foxy.
The Dig
Lillo Cucina Italiana: Chef Brings Classic Flavors, Family Spirit To Cobble Hill"It's really a simple place, teeny, but the food is good," Chef Lillo told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Pao & Cha Cha: Chinese-Venezuelan Takeout In Astoria, QueensCBS2's Elle McLogan visits Pao & Cha Cha, where chef Guillermo Hung serves the flavors of his childhood.
More Than Just Playing With Fire: Visiting The Artists At UrbanGlass In Brooklyn"There is a certain sort of daredevil mentality," said director of development Rachel Feinberg.
Snap Shot NY
One Man's Unbridled Passion About Archery May Drive His Prized Pupil To The 2020 Olympics In TokyoThe epicenter of archery is not New York, yet. One coach is introducing the sport to minority youth, and the results are better than anyone could've expected.
Chalk Artist's Fleeting Creations A Homage To The Enduring Nature Of New YorkersValentine's Day is often celebrated with gifts of jewelry or flowers, but one man finds a way to spread joy with art that doesn't last.
Kids Helping Hospitalized Kids Is The Name Of The Game At The Little St. Nick FoundationNot many charities allow kids to be part of the volunteer staff. But for one non-profit on Long Island the spirit of the organization is based on kids helping kids.
Offbeat & Odd
Police: Man Wearing Gorilla Suit Accused Of Breaking Into HomeA Louisiana man who allegedly broke into a home while wearing a gorilla suit is under arrest, authorities said.
Woman Arrested For Allegedly Shooting Pet llama That Attacked HerA woman in Louisiana charged with animal cruelty said she shot her pet llama three times in self-defense.
Customers Angry That Walmart Greeter With Cerebral Palsy May Lose His Job After Policy ChangeA disabled Walmart employee in Pennsylvania fears he'll soon be out of work after he was told his job description was changing to include tasks he is unable to do.
Latest From CBSN New York
Close Call For Tot On The TracksPolice say the 8-month-old's father was waiting for the 1 train when the brake on the stroller malfunctioned. CBSN New York's Dick Brennan has more on the close-call rescue.
Time Out New York's NYC Happenings For Feb. 22-24A children's film festival, botanical garden events and Brooklyn Beer Week are among the happenings highlighted by Time Out New York's Will Gleason for this week in New York City. CBSN New York's Ali Bauman reports.
Mom Killed In North Bergen Hit-And-RunPolice said a 34-year-old mother of two fell off the roof of a minivan and died on Monday night on 43rd Street off Tonnele Avenue. CBSN New York's Lisa Rozner reports
Rutgers To Start Selling Alcohol At Sporting EventsCollegiate sports is a big, expensive business. So Rutgers University is experimenting with new ways to pay for athletic scholarships. CBSN New York's Meg Baker reports.
Johnson And Johnson Subpoenaed About Baby Powder Safety ConcernsNew Jersey-based Johnson and Johnson says it been subpoenaed by the Justice Department and the Security and Exchange Commission. Federal officials are now seeking documents about the safety of its popular baby powder and other products containing talc.
'After School Rocks' Brings Free Music Education To Kids In NeedIn some of the city's most under-resourced areas, it's tough for some parents to even make ends meet. One local after school program helps kids enrich their lives through free music education. CBSN New York's John Dias reports.
Art Studio For People With Special NeedsThis arts program in new jersey is helping reveal the artistic talents of people with disabilities.
Bike Lane Causing Safety Concerns In BKCyclists and drivers in Brooklyn say a protected bike lane project is causing hazards.
Police: Mom Dead After Driver Strikes FamilyPolice say a driver intentionally struck a family, killing the mother, after a disagreement at a convenience store. CBSN New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
Funeral Service For NYPD Detective Brian Simonsen, Part 2The funeral for fallen NYPD detective Brian Simonsen was held the morning of Feb. 20, 2019, at the Church of St. Rosalie in Hampton Bays, N.Y.
Funeral Service For NYPD Detective Brian Simonsen, Part 1The funeral for fallen NYPD detective Brian Simonsen was held the morning of Feb. 20, 2019, at the Church of St. Rosalie in Hampton Bays, N.Y.
Reba Promises New Surprises On This Year's ACM Awards ShowReba McEntire, host of the 54th Academy of County Music Awards, talks with CBSN New York's Alex Denis about this year's show on CBS and the country legend's newest album, "Stronger Than The Truth."
