Brooklyn mom who lost daughter to cancer advocates for children's health care
Leonette Belfield-Carson, whose daughter Jalissa Nadine Carson died of cancer, is now an advocate for other moms with children battling cancer.
Leonette Belfield-Carson, whose daughter Jalissa Nadine Carson died of cancer, is now an advocate for other moms with children battling cancer.
The American Cancer Society is trying to find out why Black women have the highest death rate for most cancers.
A New Jersey teenager says making music helps bring him to a better place as he fights cancer.
Breast cancer screenings for women at average risk should be done every other year beginning at age 40, according to finalized guidance released Tuesday from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, an independent panel of national experts. Dr. Elisa Port, Chief of Breast Surgery and Director of the Dubin Breast Center at Mount Sinai joins CBS New York to discuss.
Sam Schwartz, CEO of Sam Schwartz Pedestrian Traffic Management Services, discusses congestion pricing, and former New York City consumer affairs commissioner Bruce Ratner discusses changing the way the medical profession deals with cancer.
The Lustgarten Foundation held its 14th annual New York City walk over the weekend, and our own John Elliott was there to speak with survivors and their supporters.
The community focused on fundraising for pancreatic cancer research is smaller because there are so few patients. But Lustgargen Foundation leader Linda Tantawi says this group is as dedicated to the cause as any. CBS New York's John Elliott reports.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to discuss the study and what can be done to slow the clock down.
University Hospital in Newark's Mammography in Motion Bus aims to screen women for breast cancer in their community.
University Hospital in Newark's Mammography in Motion Bus aims to screen women for breast cancer in their community. CBS New York's Nick Caloway reports.
The disease kills thousands of people under the age of 50, which is why the guidelines were updated to start screenings even earlier.
CBS New York's Dave Carlin has one survivor's story and how local health care professionals are getting the word out.
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time to bring greater awareness to a disease that every year kills thousands of patients under 50.
Princess Kate revealed Friday that she has cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee reports from London.
Kate, the Princess of Wales, revealed Friday she's being treated for cancer. The news is sending shockwaves around the world, including here in New York. CBS New York's Ali Bauman spoke to locals concerned for the princess' health.
Princess Kate Middleton revealed Friday she has been diagnosed with cancer. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee reports from London.
The video announcement from Kate, Princess of Wales, comes after months of widespread speculation about her health and controversy over doctored images released by Kensington Palace.
After a normal mammogram and a negative test for cancer genes, Olivia Munn says it was a breast cancer risk assessment score that helped lead to her diagnosis. Here's what to know about the tool, according to experts.
Olivia Munn's recently shared diagnosis is a reminder for all women to be proactive with their health.
Actor Olivia Munn said on social media she's had four surgeries in the last 10 months, including a double mastectomy, since being diagnosed with breast cancer.
With expanded screening, treatment and vaccination, experts believe cervical cancer can be completely eliminated.
With expanded screening, treatment and vaccination, experts believe cervical cancer can be completely eliminated.
All of the money raised goes to rare cancer research at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
We spoke with 9-year-old Reid Moritz and his mom about their journey with a very rare brain tumor.
A toy soldier guided 4-year-old Joshy, of Queens and 10-year-old Zoe, of Glen Ridge, New Jersey, around the store.
A New York Supreme Court judge has struck down Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman's executive order banning transgender athletes from playing women's and girl's sports at county-owned facilities.
Michael Cohen's testimony in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York suggests the prosecution is reaching the home stretch of its case.
The River Garden in West Farms is a place that nurtures home-grown opportunities and curiosity.
The U.S. Coast Guard is trying to find the source of a mysterious oily sheen reported on the waters of Long Island Sound.
Leonette Belfield-Carson, whose daughter Jalissa Nadine Carson died of cancer, is now an advocate for other moms with children battling cancer.
The River Garden in West Farms is a place that nurtures home-grown opportunities and curiosity.
The U.S. Coast Guard is trying to find the source of a mysterious oily sheen reported on the waters of Long Island Sound.
Leonette Belfield-Carson, whose daughter Jalissa Nadine Carson died of cancer, is now an advocate for other moms with children battling cancer.
A 15-year-old girl was arraigned Friday in the deadly stabbing of a 17-year-old girl in Queens.
New York's Office of Cannabis Management is being overhauled after a review ordered by Gov. Kathy Hochul found the state's rollout of legalized recreational marijuana has been a failure.
A rare geomagnetic storm Friday could trigger a northern lights show just outside of the New York City area.
It will be cool with rain around the area in the morning. Rain and drizzle will linger during the remainder of the day.
Accompanying cooler temperatures will be multiple chances of rain through Sunday.
Traffic was flowing on I-95 in Norwalk Monday after being shut down in both directions due to a fiery tractor-trailer crash last week.
I-95 fully reopened in both directions Sunday in Norwalk, Connecticut, days after a tanker truck caught fire and badly damaged a bridge.
A new report from New Jersey's Department of Health shows lead levels in children are dropping but not gone.
A rare geomagnetic storm Friday could trigger a northern lights show just outside of the New York City area.
It will be cool with rain around the area in the morning. Rain and drizzle will linger during the remainder of the day.
Accompanying cooler temperatures will be multiple chances of rain through Sunday.
A New Jersey fire chief who allegedly dumped a bucket of rocks, mud and gravel onto a rare 1995 Nissan Nismo 270R has been criminally charged.
A New York Supreme Court judge has struck down Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman's executive order banning transgender athletes from playing women's and girl's sports at county-owned facilities.
The U.S. Coast Guard is trying to find the source of a mysterious oily sheen reported on the waters of Long Island Sound.
A rare geomagnetic storm Friday could trigger a northern lights show just outside of the New York City area.
A plastic surgeon from Long Island recently returned from a medical mission in Gaza and says the experience changed him forever.
It will be cool with rain around the area in the morning. Rain and drizzle will linger during the remainder of the day.
A New York Supreme Court judge has struck down Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman's executive order banning transgender athletes from playing women's and girl's sports at county-owned facilities.
Michael Cohen's testimony in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York suggests the prosecution is reaching the home stretch of its case.
The bill stalled earlier this week after senators from Virginia and Maryland objected to a provision that would allow an additional 10 flights a day to and from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Stormy Daniels gave defiant testimony Thursday as the defense accused her of fabricating details of the alleged sexual encounter between her and former President Donald Trump.
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed Sammy's Law Thursday, which grants New York City the authority to lower the citywide speed limit from 25 MPH to 20 MPH.
Leonette Belfield-Carson, whose daughter Jalissa Nadine Carson died of cancer, is now an advocate for other moms with children battling cancer.
A new report from New Jersey's Department of Health shows lead levels in children are dropping but not gone.
Kyle McMorrow was just 36 years old when he suffered a stroke last year. He woke up with neck pain one day, not realizing what was happening.
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
Hormel Foods says potentially contaminated products were shipped to Publix and Dollar Tree distribution warehouses.
UmaSofia Srivastava resigned as Miss Teen USA on Wednesday, just two days after Noelia Voigt stepped down as Miss USA.
Livestreamer Kai Cenat will not be prosecuted in connection to the riot that broke out after he promoted a meet-and-greet and giveaway in Union Square last year.
The 2024 Met Gala saw hundreds of celebrities looking their best on fashion's biggest night.
The stars came out for the the 2024 Met Gala in New York City. See some of the most eye-catching outfits of the night.
'Bob Hearts Abishola', the acclaimed comedy, is signing off after its fifth season on CBS.
A New York Supreme Court judge has struck down Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman's executive order banning transgender athletes from playing women's and girl's sports at county-owned facilities.
Artemi Panarin redirected a pass between his legs at the crease to beat Pyotr Kotchetkov just 1:43 into overtime and the New York Rangers beat the Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 on Thursday night to take a 3-0 lead in the second-round playoff series.
Yordan Alvarez and Jon Singleton each hit long homers in the first inning for the Houston Astros who beat the New York Yankees 4-3 to avoid being swept in the season series.
StubHub says the Knicks and Rangers are headlining the best-selling series in the NBA and NHL Playoff second rounds.
Jalen Brunson returned from a right foot injury to score 24 of his 29 points in the second half, leading the New York Knicks to a 130-121 victory over the Indiana Pacers for a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
The River Garden in West Farms is a place that nurtures home-grown opportunities and curiosity.
Leonette Belfield-Carson, whose daughter Jalissa Nadine Carson died of cancer, is now an advocate for other moms with children battling cancer.
A new piece of legislation passed in the New York State Budget clarifies the distinction between squatters and tenants.
Walks in the park just got a lot brighter thanks to Harlem Sculpture Gardens, the largest outdoor public art exhibit ever in the neighborhood.
Riverdale resident Leo Shliselberg says despite the hardships he's experienced in life, the best medicine is laughter.
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 Nassau County Supreme Court has struck down County Executive Bruce Blakeman's executive order banning transgender athletes from playing women's and girl's sports at county-owned facilities.
An 11-year-old girl is recovering after being attacked and slashed in East Harlem on Friday. The suspect reportedly tried to get away by running into the subway, but an MTA employee and other good Samaritans stopped him. He was arrested at the scene.
How cows are helping farmers bring in extra bacon; why it's important to recognize the mental changes of those entering their golden years; teen honors her sister by urging other young people to get their hearts checked, and observing Skin Cancer Awareness Month this May.
Leo is a service dog in training to empower people with disabilities. The remarkable pooch has been a part of a Long Island middle school for more than a year, but it's now time to say goodbye as he enters the next phase of his canine companion life. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
A scathing new report calls New York's legal cannabis rollout a failure, saying inexperienced leadership and a lack of transparency has allowed an illegal market to flourish. CBS New York's Ali Bauman has more on the business owners who are caught in the middle and losing money fast.