Coronavirus Update: Upstate New York Couple Among Cruise Ship Passengers Under Quarantine In JapanAbout 380 Americans are on the cruise ship Diamond Princess. The Japanese defense ministry said around 300 of them are preparing to leave.
Police Arrest 17-Year-Old In Killing Of Planned MS-13 Trial Witness In New CasselA 17-year-old boy has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of man who had reportedly been preparing to testify against alleged MS-13 gang members.
Schumer Blasts Trump Administration's Plan To End Funding For Bomb-Sniffing Dog TeamssSen. Charles Schumer said Sunday the president's budget cuts all funding for 31 Visible Intermodal Prevent and Response dog teams, or VIPR units.
Baptist Church Gutted By Fire Hours Before Sunday Services In New JerseyA church in New Jersey went up in flames just hours before Sunday services were set to begin.
Coronavirus Update: Upstate New York Couple Among Cruise Ship Passengers Under Quarantine In JapanAbout 380 Americans are on the cruise ship Diamond Princess. The Japanese defense ministry said around 300 of them are preparing to leave.
Police Arrest 17-Year-Old In Killing Of Planned MS-13 Trial Witness In New CasselA 17-year-old boy has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of man who had reportedly been preparing to testify against alleged MS-13 gang members.
Schumer Blasts Trump Administration's Plan To End Funding For Bomb-Sniffing Dog TeamssSen. Charles Schumer said Sunday the president's budget cuts all funding for 31 Visible Intermodal Prevent and Response dog teams, or VIPR units.
Police Searching For Man In Shooting Of 43-Year-Old In East HarlemPolice are asking for help tracking down the killer of Brooklyn man shot in the chest last week.
Two People Accused In Gunpoint Robberies In The BronxThe latest robbery happened on Jan. 30 when investigators say the duo robbed a jewelry store on East Fordham Road in University Heights.
Police Accuse Man Of Raping 11-Year-Old Girl In BrooklynThe suspect, Andre Clarke, was taken into custody on Sunday morning.
NYPD: 14-Year-Old Arrested, Indicted In Murder Of Tessa MajorsTessa Majors, 18, was stabbed multiple times in Morningside Park on Dec. 11.
1 Killed, Several Injured In New Jersey House FireThe fire started around 1:30 p.m. Saturday on North First Street in Paterson.
U.S. To Evacuate Americans Stuck On Quarantined Cruise ShipThe United States is planning to bring Americans home from a cruise ship that's been quarantined in Japan.
Audience Member Uses Pepper Spray During Performance Of 'Jagged Little Pill,' Theater EvacuatedThe Broadway show's Saturday matinee had to be canceled after someone used pepper spray inside the theater.
29 Displaced After Fire Tears Through Bensonhurst BuildingFDNY Fire Marshals say the fire was caused by careless smoking.
Fundraiser Held In Honor Of Detective Killed In Jersey City ShootingAll the funds will go to the Tunnel To Towers Foundation.
LI Assisted Living Facility Worker Accused Of Striking 92-Year-Old WomanThe suspect was arrested at her home Tuesday night and charged with assault, endangering an incompetent person and endangering the welfare of the elderly.
11-Year-Old Discharged From Hospital On Valentine's Day After Receiving Heart TransplantThe 11-year-old's mom says her daughter's dream is to get back on the tennis court to play her favorite sport.
Kids Week Kicks Off At Intrepid Sea, Air And Space MuseumThis year, kids are going full STEAM ahead. STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, arts and math.
Lynn Cohen, Who Played Magda In 'Sex And The City,' DiesCohen died Friday in New York City, said her manager, Josh Pultz. Additional details were not immediately available.
$10,000 Reward Offered After Bronx Deli Worker Shot DeadPolice say a man wearing a ski mask came in and shot the cashier twice in the chest, then ran off.
CUNY Expert Shares Insight On Mysterious Radio Burst 500 Million Light Years Away, Hitting Earth Every 16 MinutesIn a galaxy far, far away - like, 500 million light-years away - something big is happening, and scientists on Earth can detect it.
New York Weather: 2/15 CBS2 Saturday Afternoon Weather HeadlinesWe saw the coldest air of the season in NYC this morning, starting out the day at 14 degrees. That's the coldest we've been since February 1st of last year.
1 Killed, 1 Critically Injured In Upper East Side High-Rise FireFirefighters say the blaze started around 9 p.m. on the 25th floor of the building at East 84th Street and First Avenue.
MTA Police Increase Presence At Grand Central Terminal After Business Owners Express Concern About Homeless PopulationIt's an action and a presence some restaurateurs say is long overdue.
Cashier Shot, Killed At Bronx BodegaAccording to police, a man wearing a ski mask and a black jacket with fur trim came in, shot the cashier twice in his chest, then ran away without uttering a word.
Nearly 3 Dozen Catering Workers Arrested During Protest At JFK AirportCatering workers serving American Airlines rallied for better health care as part of a national day of action.
Trump To Send Tactical Border Patrol Units To Aid ICE In New York, NewarkTactical teams would be sent to so-called sanctuary cities that do not cooperate in handing over immigrants to be deported by the federal government.
Long Island Father Returns From Deployment In Afghanistan, Surprises Daughter At School For Valentine's DayThe two haven't seen each other in person since last June at her school's father/daughter dance.
Black History Month: Retired Staten Island Teacher Fills Home With Artifacts Charting The African-American ExperienceA Staten Island woman has a jaw-dropping collection of historical artifacts charting the African-American experience.
French Tourist Slashed In The Neck At Random On Harlem StreetThe attack happened around 11 a.m. on Adam Clayton Powell Boulevard near West 132nd Street in Harlem.
Attorney Michael Avenatti Convicted Of Trying To Extort NikeThe charges carry a combined potential penalty of 42 years in prison.
'P.S. I Love You Day' Celebrates Kindness, Aims To Address Crisis In Mental HealthA 23-year-old Long Islander launched the day to teach kids how to get help, to prevent suicide, to recognize depression, to stand up to bullying.
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Police Seek Man In Shooting Of 43-Year-Old In East HarlemInvestigators say 43-year-old Purell Gowie was found unconscious and unresponsive with a gunshot wound in his chest in front of 228 East 116 Street in East Harlem on Feb. 12. Police are looking for an individual described as approximately 18 to 25-years-old, last seen wearing a black jacket, blue jeans, a hooded sweatshirt with black-and-white sneakers.
Sen. Chuck Schumer Blasts Trump Plan To Eliminate Bomb-Sniffing Dog Teams At NYC Transit HubsSen. Chuck Schumer called out a Trump administration budget on Sunday that would eliminate all funding for VIPR dog teams that help police Penn Station, JFK and LaGuardia airports and other transit hubs around the New York area.
Black History Month: Tale Of Self-Hate And Rage Hits Broadway In 'A Soldier's Play'For the first time, "A Soldier’s Play" is on Broadway, and CBS2's Dana Tyler says in many ways, the story is as relevant today was it was during World War II.
Police Charge 17-Year-Old In Murder Of Man In New CasselA 17-year-old boy has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of man who had reportedly been preparing to testify against alleged MS-13 gang members. CBS2's Cindy Hsu reports.
Fire Destroys Baptist Church In Elizabeth, New JerseyFirefighters were still working to contain hot spots at sunrise, just hours before mass was supposed to begin at the Shiloh Baptist Church. CBS2's Tara Jakeway reports.
'Sesame Street Live' Returns To MSGEveryone's favorite muppets are throwing a party in the new show coming to Madison Square Garden. Juanita Dilia Olivio joined CBS2's Hazel Sanchez and Cindy Hsu with a sneak peak.
World & National
Coronavirus Update: Upstate New York Couple Among Cruise Ship Passengers Under Quarantine In JapanAbout 380 Americans are on the cruise ship Diamond Princess. The Japanese defense ministry said around 300 of them are preparing to leave.
U.S. To Evacuate Americans Stuck On Quarantined Cruise ShipThe United States is planning to bring Americans home from a cruise ship that's been quarantined in Japan.
Lynn Cohen, Who Played Magda In 'Sex And The City,' DiesCohen died Friday in New York City, said her manager, Josh Pultz. Additional details were not immediately available.
Trump To Send Tactical Border Patrol Units To Aid ICE In New York, NewarkTactical teams would be sent to so-called sanctuary cities that do not cooperate in handing over immigrants to be deported by the federal government.
Barr Says Trump's Tweets Make It 'Impossible' To Do His JobAttorney General William Barr says the president's tweets about the Justice Department's cases "make it impossible for me to do my job."
Spokesperson: No Change On New York Trusted Traveler Ban, But Cuomo, Trump Expected To Talk AgainGov. Andrew Cuomo met with President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday in an attempt to get him to lift a ban on New Yorkers from Trusted Traveler programs, including Global Entry.
Entertainment
Box Office: 'Sonic' Speeds To $57M Debut; 'Parasite' Sees Big Oscar BumpThe redesigned “Sonic the Hedgehog” showed plenty of teeth at the box office, speeding to a $57 million debut, according to studio estimates Sunday, while “Parasite” saw one of the largest post-Oscars bumps in years following its best picture win.
Lynn Cohen, Who Played Magda In 'Sex And The City,' DiesCohen died Friday in New York City, said her manager, Josh Pultz. Additional details were not immediately available.
'I've Been Given A Gift That Empowers Me': Isaac Wright Jr. On Overturning Wrongful Conviction, New Series 'For Life'The lawyer discusses how he got his life sentenced overturned and uses his journey to help others.
Harvey Weinstein Trial: Defense Delivers Closing ArgumentsHarvey Weinstein's lead attorney Donna Rotunno, from Chicago, dove right in urging jurors to "use your New York City common sense, arguing "the DA has failed to prove their case beyond a reasonable doubt."
Voice Of 'Love Island' Helping Seniors Get The Hollywood TreatmentMatthew Hoffman has turned his passion for movies into lively interaction weekly class at a senior center.
Eric Braeden Celebrates 40 Years As Victor Newman On 'The Young And The Restless'For decades, he's been one of daytime TV's biggest stars. Eric Braeden, who plays the infamous Victor Newman on "The Young And The Restless," is celebrating his 40th anniversary on the popular CBS soap.
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CUNY Expert Shares Insight On Mysterious Radio Burst 500 Million Light Years Away, Hitting Earth Every 16 MinutesIn a galaxy far, far away - like, 500 million light-years away - something big is happening, and scientists on Earth can detect it.
Legally Blind Long Island Cheerleader An Inspiration: 'She Never Lets Anything Stand In Her Way'Bianca McEvoy can fly, she can tumble, and help lead her team to victory. She does it all with a smile, but without one of her senses.
Patriotism Goes Viral: FedEx Driver Stops To Pick Up N.J. Homeowner's Flag After Pole Is Blown OverAn act of patriotism was caught on camera. A FedEx driver went above an beyond last week to show respect to the American flag.
Couple Livestreams 'Nightmare' Uber Ride: 'Scariest Moment Of My Life'A Virginia couple livestreamed their harrowing Uber ride on Facebook as their driver sped through the streets of Richmond in a harrowing car chase.
Officer Buys Plane Ticket Home For Heartbroken Woman Stranded In Walmart After Falling Victim To Dating ScamAn Arizona police officer went above and beyond the call of duty to help an elderly woman who a victim of an online romance scam.
5-Year-Old Boy Saves Extended Family From House Fire: 'Our Hero!'A 5-year-old Georgia boy is being hailed a "hero" for saving several members of his family from a fire that started inside their home.
Latest From CBSN New York
Newark AirTrain Shutting Down OvernightThere are changes for travelers heading to and from Newark Airport this weekend.
14-Year-Old Arrested In Stabbing Death Of Tessa MajorsThe NYPD announced Saturday that a 14-year-old is the second person under arrest in the murder of an 18-year-old college student in Morningside Park; CBSN New York's Dave Carlin reports.
Brooklyn Building Fire Leaves Dozens Of Residents Out In The ColdA three-alarm apartment fire erupted in Brooklyn early Saturday morning, leaving dozens of residents out in the cold.
CUNY Expert Shares Insight On Mysterious Radio Burst 500 Million Light Years Away, Hitting Earth Every 16 MinutesIn a galaxy far, far away - like, 500 million light-years away - something big is happening, and scientists on Earth can detect it.
NYPD: 14-Year-Old Arrested, Indicted In Murder Of Tessa MajorsPolice said they arrested 14-year-old Rashaun Weaver. He faces second degree murder and robbery charges.
Father Surprises His Daughter After 3rd Deployment In AfghanistanA Long Island girl thought the news was filming at her school on Friday for a story on her physical education class, but instead she got the ultimate Valentine's Day treat; CBSN New York's John Dias reports.
Black History Month: Woman Preserves Artifacts Of The African-American ExperienceA Staten Island woman has a jaw-dropping collection of historical artifacts charting the African-American experience, and she's got it all especially well-preserved inside her home; CBSN New York's Dave Carlin reports.
Rep. Max Rose: Trusted Traveler Ban Compromise PossibleA day after the president and Gov. Andrew Cuomo met in Washington to discuss the decision to ban New Yorkers from Global Entry and Trusted Traveler programs, one lawmaker is optimistic.
Demanding Answers: Grand Central Restaurants Say Homeless Are Costing Them BusinessLess than 24 hours after CBS2 demanded answers about the homeless population in Grand Central Terminal, we're getting action; CBSN New York's Jessica Layton reports.
Lindenhurst Considers Noise Meters To Help Bring Peace And QuietOne village on Long Island wants to expand its noise ordinance to bring a little peace and quiet to the neighborhood. CBSN New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Suspected NYPD Shooter Due In CourtThe man accused of shooting two NYPD officers last weekend in the Bronx will appear in court today on attempted murder charges. This comes as the department is on high alert following reports of a credible threat against officers. CBSN New York's Reena Roy has the latest.
Deliveryman Stabbed During RobberyA food deliveryman was violently robbed last weekend in Brooklyn, and it was all caught on camera. CBSN New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.