Remembering The Man Called 'Smiles'Family, Fellow Officers Gather For NYPD Det. Brian Simonsen’s Wake
Double Murder Suspect Found DeadPolice: Boyfriend Sought In Murder Of Bronx Mom, Teen Son Jumps In Front Of Train
It Takes A Village...N.J. Community Helps Struggling Family Build New Home For Son With Cerebral Palsy
Remembering The Kiss At The End Of WarGeorge Mendonsa, Sailor In Iconic V-J Day Times Square Image, Dies At Age 95
Miranda Lambert Marries NYPD OfficerCountry Music Star Reveals Secret Wedding On Social Media
Latest News Stories
CBS Chicago: Jussie Smollett Allegedly Staged Hate Crime After A Threatening Letter Didn't Get 'Bigger Reaction'“Empire” actor Jussie Smollett, upset after a racist letter was allegedly sent to the show’s studio didn’t get a “bigger reaction,” is suspected of paying two men to attack him a week later
After Devastating NJ Apartment Fire, Donations For Displaced Residents Flowing InDemolition crews are tearing down an apartment building in Fort Lee that was gutted by fire last Thursday – leaving over 200 resident without a home.
Former New Jersey Trooper Lobbying State To Go Tax-Free On Recreational MarijuanaCBS2 spoke to a man who spent years locking up men and women caught dealing drugs and he says they should try something else – don't tax it at all.
Boyfriend Sought By NYPD In Murder Of Bronx Mother & Son Killed Himself, Police ConfirmA mother and her teenage son were found dead Sunday in their Bronx apartment. Police are calling the mother's boyfriend a person of interest.
Family And Fellow Officers Honor Fallen NYPD Det. Brian Simonsen At Emotional WakeThe emotional service began three days of tributes to a man known as “Smiles.”
Forgotten Families
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.
What Rights Do Homeless Tenants Have In NYC?Kathryn Kliff, a staff attorney for The Legal Aid Society, talks about how some families have had to approach legal aid for help.
Featured
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.
Why Prospect Park Is The Perfect Place For A Love StoryFor some couples, every day is like Valentine's Day in Prospect Park. CBSN New York's John Dias shares their stories.
Latest Videos
New York Weather: CBS2 2/18 Nightly Forecast at 11PMCBS2's Lonnie Quinn has your weather forecast for February 18 at 11 p.m.
Suspect In Bronx Double Murder Kills HimselfPolice say a suspect in the death of a Bronx mother and her son has killed himself after jumping in front of a train.
NJ State Trooper: Don't Tax MarijuanaCBS2's Jessica Layton speaks to a former New Jersey state trooper who says the state should not put any taxes on recreational marijuana.
Jussie Smollett On Defensive Over Latest ClaimsCBS2's Valerie Castro has the latest on the Jussie Smollett case as sources say the actor staged a hate crime to draw attention to alleged hate mail he received.
Det. Simonsen Remembered In Emotional WakeTV 10/55's Carolyn Gusoff reports from the wake for fallen NYPD Det. Brian Simonsen.
New York Weather: CBS2 2/18 Forecast Update at 8PMLonnie Quinn has the latest weather updates from CBS2.
Latest Sports Stories
Mets Report Card: Grading Brodie Van Wagenen's Busy OffseasonWith both deGrom and Cespedes due to hit free agency after 2020, the Mets are clearly in "win now mode." None of their free agent signings have exceeded three years this winter.
Knicks Shoot Down Report Saying Dolan 'Courting Offers' To Sell TeamFans have long begged James Dolan to sell, sell, sell. According to former ESPN and HBO sports personality Bill Simmons, he might just do it. The Knicks, though, say not so fast.
Cano Says He Feels Rejuvenated As He Starts New Adventure With Revamped MetsNew York Mets infielder Robinson Cano had a youthful perspective after reporting to spring training.
Best Of
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.
Long Island's Best Spots For A 'Staycation' During The President's Day BreakCBS2’s Carolyn Gusoff found some fun diversions for the whole family on Long Island.
LI Service Dogs Graduate Special Program, Meet Their New Owners Needing A Helping PawOver 20 service dogs said hello to their new matches and goodbye to the volunteers who raised them.
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.
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
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.
One Woman's Mission: Saving Dogs In Danger After Natural DisastersThere are plenty of homeless dogs in New York, but in other places the situation is more dire. Saving them is not cheap, but one woman chose a love for dogs over a love for money.
Offbeat & Odd
Country Star Miranda Lambert Marries NYPD OfficerThe multi-award winning musician revealed she secretly got married, and this time to an NYPD officer.
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.
Queens Woman Gives Up Smartphone For 1 Year To Win $100,000Elana Mugdan is taking on VitaminWater's “No Smartphone” for a year contest.
Latest From CBSN New York
How Amazon Fallout Is Affecting NYC's Real Estate MarketNancy Wu from StreetEasy tells CBSN New York's Dana Tyler how the real estate market will be affected now that Amazon headquarters will not be coming to New York.
Remembering The Times Square Kiss That Ended The WarThe photo by Alfred Eisenstaedt was first published in Life magazine and is called "V-J Day in Times Square," but is known to most as "The Kiss." CBS News' Michelle Miller reports.
NYC's Toy Fair Brings On The FunCBSN New York's John Dias takes look at the largest playthings trade show in the western hemisphere, Toy Fair New York, at the Javits Center in Feb. 18, 2019.
New Apple Watch Accidentally Calling 911?Most smartphones and devices come equipped with SOS features to quickly call for help. But, what if you didn't ask it to call? New features, especially on smart watches, are catching some people off guard, CBSN New York's Natalie Duddridge reports
Miranda Lambert Ties Knot With NYPD CopCounty music superstar Miranda Lambert took to social media to show off her new husband this weekend, NYPD police officer Brendan McLoughlin. CBSN New York's Scott Rapoport reports.
Hottest Toys At 2019 Javits Center FairOver the weekend, the latest and greatest toys were on display at the Javits Center for this year's Toy Fair. CBSN New York is joined by Isabel Carrion, a toy specialist for the Toy Association.
Mary Calvi To Debut 'Dear George, Dear Mary'CBSN New York's Mary Calvi is set to debut her novel, "Dear George, Dear Mary," a book on the forgotten love story of President George Washington and Mary Philipse.
Vigil Held For Falled NYPD Detective SimonsenAn emotional vigil was held Sunday for NYPD Det. Brian Simonsen, who was killed by friendly fire while responding to a robbery in Queens. CBSN New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
NYPD Investigates Mother, Son Killed In BronxAn investigation is underway in the Bronx after a mother and son were found dead inside an apartment in Belmont. CBSN New York's Aundrea Cline-Thomas reports.
Payless Declares Bankruptcy, Closing U.S. StoresPayless is going out of business and closing 2,100 U.S. stores.
Deadly Stabbing In Bronx BodegaA 70-year-old man was stabbed to death by a 31-year-old woman following a verbal altercation, police say.
Police Seek Help Finding Missing British TouristThe NYPD says 67-year-old John Tench, of England,was last seen Thursday at 10:30 p.m. in front of 1567 Broadway. CBSN New York's Dana Tyler reports.
