May is National Water Safety Month
May is National Water Safety Month, which raises awareness about knowing safe practices around water. Mike Koleber, head coach and teacher at Nitro Swimming joins CBS New York to discuss.
May is National Water Safety Month, which raises awareness about knowing safe practices around water. Mike Koleber, head coach and teacher at Nitro Swimming joins CBS New York to discuss.
Lifeguards took to their stands at 9 a.m. Friday at Field Six of Jones Beach, but not before changing the red flags to green ones, symbolizing it was safe to swim. CBS New York's John Dias was there and has the story.
Several area beaches are closed to swimming again today because of dangerous surf. CBS New York's John Dias has the latest from Jones Beach.
Beaches are closed for swimming and surfing because of dangerous rip currents.
The Greenwich Department of Health is reporting an uptick in cases involving swimmer's itch, which is a reaction caused by a parasite in the water.
The health department warns people against bathing at 18 beaches -- 14 on the county's North Shore and four on the South Shore.
We speak with an expert about how to stay safe when you're in the water.
People in the city now have a new way to stay cool this summer, and CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge checks out all the excitement for kids in Washington Heights.
Participants must sign up by noon Monday to enter into the lottery.
Every day this week CBS2 has covered stories about water safety. Our series continues with a look at the national lifeguard shortage and the impact on city beaches and pools. CBS2's Hannah Kliger reports.
As the heat of the summer creeps closer, we're taking a look at how the shortage has affected staffing at our city's beaches and pools. CBS2's Hannah Kliger has the story from Brooklyn.
As summer rolls in, beaches are starting to fill up. They face plenty of hazards, but mainly rip currents. CBS2's Nick Caloway reports.
CBS2 is bringing you a weeklong series on water safety and solutions to prevent summer tragedies. Today, we focus on ways to keep kids safe at the pool, especially young children. CBS2's John Dias has the story.
CBS2 is dedicating this week to water safety, beginning with the troubling history around teaching kids to swim. CBS2's Jennifer Bisram has the closer look.
As summer heats up, states and cities face a lifeguard shortage that could cause hundreds of thousands of pools to close or reduce their hours. Elise Preston reports.
They focus on sites for new pools, free swimming lessons for children, and lifeguard staffing.
Every morning, you'll find a group of brave souls jumping into the water at Rockaway Beach. CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado catches up with them.
It's Judge's first time being picked for the honor, while it was Ledecky's second time being chosen.
The child's survival is being credited to the quick thinking actions of one Good Samaritan. But as CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports, the on-duty lifeguards are facing scrutiny from witnesses who said they just sat there while this happened.
The move is meant to help ease the summer staffing shortage.
The summer celebration comes amid an ongoing lifeguard shortage, which is causing many swim programs to be cancelled. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
A shortage of lifeguards is putting a damper on swim programs at New York City's public pools. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook hears from residents.
Police say the child was taken to the hospital in serious condition.
The shortage is putting a damper on New York City's swim programs this summer. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
A vigil was held Monday night to honor the life of a 13-year-old Queens teenager who drowned alongside a friend on Friday. CBS2's Alice Gainer has more from Broad Channel section of Queens.
The NYPD is investigating if recent pellet gun shootings in Manhattan and the Bronx are connected.
Crystal McKinney, a former model, accused Sean "Diddy" Combs of drugging and sexually assaulting her in New York City over 20 years ago. She filed the lawsuit under the NYC Gender Motivated Violence Act.
Gleyber Torres hit a three-run home run, but it wasn't enough as the Yankees fell 6-3 to the Mariners on Tuesday.
Jeff McNeil, Starling Marte and Mark Vientos hit homers, but the Mets fell to the Guardians 7-6 on Tuesday.
Developers released renderings for Gowanus Green, a large new affordable housing community located on the banks of the Gowanus Canal.
The NYPD is investigating if recent pellet gun shootings in Manhattan and the Bronx are connected.
Developers released renderings for Gowanus Green, a large new affordable housing community located on the banks of the Gowanus Canal.
The Randall's Island Park Alliance wants New York City to remove the migrant shelter this summer.
The FAA's new initiative to address the New York air traffic controller shortage is up and running.
Starting Saturday, all New York City-run beaches will be open to the public, free of charge.
Despite some lingering clouds, Sunday will be a nice finish to the weekend. Highs will reach the low 70s.
Today's weather looks to be the pick of the week, as skies clear and temperatures climb.
Temperatures around New York and New Jersey will rebound nicely Monday, as highs reach the upper 60s and low 70s.
Mother's Day was mostly a gloomy day in New York City and across the Tri-State Area.
Sunday night may offer a chance to see the northern lights in suburban areas of New York City after an "extreme" geomagnetic storm reached Earth on Friday.
The FAA's new initiative to address the New York air traffic controller shortage is up and running.
Aaron Rodgers, still recovering from an Achilles injury, was a full participant at the Jets' Tuesday practice.
Ghada Abukuwaik, a pharmacist from New Jersey, is back home in the U.S. after being stranded at a hospital in Gaza for weeks. She's already planning her next mission.
Power outages were reported in Elizabeth, New Jersey after a train hit overhead wires on Division Street on Monday afternoon.
Despite some lingering clouds, Sunday will be a nice finish to the weekend. Highs will reach the low 70s.
Their return comes after authorities spread out across Manorville, and beyond, in April as part of an evidence search.
Despite some lingering clouds, Sunday will be a nice finish to the weekend. Highs will reach the low 70s.
A federal judge is considering if lawsuits against NYC congestion pricing should proceed after hours of arguments from people suing to stop the new tolls.
Eight Cricket World Cup matches will be held at Nassau County's International Cricket Stadium in June 2024.
There's an intense debate on whether to arm school security after Farmingdale schools became the latest on Long Island to plan to hire armed guards.
The Randall's Island Park Alliance wants New York City to remove the migrant shelter this summer.
Arizona is one of seven states that Trump lost in 2020 where his allies are accused of schemes to put up alternate electors.
Former President Donald Trump's defense rested its case at his "hush money" trial after calling two witnesses to the stand.
NYC Mayor Eric Adam's liaison to the Turkish community, Rana Abbasova, is cooperating with the federal investigation into his 2021 campaign.
Robert Costello, a witness called by former President Donald Trump's defense team, was severely admonished by the judge over his behavior on the stand.
A new report from Orkin ranks the worst cities for mosquitoes, with New York coming in second and Los Angeles taking the top spot.
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.
Crystal McKinney, a former model, accused Sean "Diddy" Combs of drugging and sexually assaulting her in New York City over 20 years ago. She filed the lawsuit under the NYC Gender Motivated Violence Act.
Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs posted a video on social media apologizing for his "inexcusable" behavior and that he takes "full responsibility" for his actions.
A six-footer with an ample black mustache, Dabney Coleman made his mark in numerous popular films.
The 2016 footage, which was obtained and published by CNN, appears to show the rap mogul hitting, dragging and kicking the singer known as Cassie.
A 50-year-old man is charged with assault after actor Steve Buscemi was punched in an apparent random attack in New York City.
Gleyber Torres hit a three-run home run, but it wasn't enough as the Yankees fell 6-3 to the Mariners on Tuesday.
Jeff McNeil, Starling Marte and Mark Vientos hit homers, but the Mets fell to the Guardians 7-6 on Tuesday.
Aaron Rodgers, still recovering from an Achilles injury, was a full participant at the Jets' Tuesday practice.
The Mariners ended the Yankees' seven-game winning streak with a big inning against Clay Holmes, who blew his second save in 15 chances.
Francisco Lindor, who spent six seasons with the Guardians, went 0 for 4 in his first game at Progressive Field since being traded to the Mets in 2021.
Developers released renderings for Gowanus Green, a large new affordable housing community located on the banks of the Gowanus Canal.
A community of people are helping a community of bees in Far Rockaway, Queens. They're drawing inspiration from a professional model-turned-beekeeper.
Migrant women from Honduras, Mexico and other countries share their experiences while making the art they enjoy.
Traffic safety advocates in Brooklyn say the redesign of McGuinness Boulevard is inadequate, and they want changes to be implemented.
Maimonides Medical Center in Borough Park neighbors two communities that house a large Asian American population.
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.
CBS New York's Lonnie Quinn says Sunday looks like the best day of the Memorial Day weekend.
It will soon allow colleges that already focus on aviation, like Vaughn College in Queens, to train hires on campus. CBS New York's Tim McNicholas has the story.
CBS New York's Jenna DeAngelis spoke to one man who was struck while walking on the Lower East Side on Monday morning.
The shooting happened at around 7:30 p.m. at Wilde Memorial Park. CBS New York's Maurice Dubois reports.
CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan was in Islip on Tuesday as the family showed its gratitude to the many that opened their arms during 15 months of need.