Coronavirus Update: Connecticut Officials Struggling With Overwhelming Number Of Unemployment Claims
State Department of Labor officials said earlier Thursday that the agency has received over 200,000 unemployment claims in just over two weeks.
State Department of Labor officials said earlier Thursday that the agency has received over 200,000 unemployment claims in just over two weeks.
If you're one of the many people wearing disposable gloves when you're out and about, it's important to know the correct method of taking them off to avoid inadvertently touching part of them which may be contaminated by Covid-19.
If you're one of the many people wearing disposable gloves when you're out and about, it's important to know the correct method of taking them off to avoid inadvertently touching part of them which may be contaminated by Covid-19.
The state will offer homeowners a 90-day grace period, allowing them to reduce or delay their monthly payments.
The CDC is urging residents of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut to refrain from non-essential domestic travel for 14 days effective immediately.
Major companies across the country are now on a hiring blitz as they try to meet overwhelming demand during the coronavirus pandemic.
Connecticut now has 415 confirmed cases, and 10 coronavirus deaths as of 7 p.m. Monday.
Here's a look at parents across the Tri-State Area are sharing resources online to build and expand their districts' learning plans.
Much like in New York and New Jersey, the governor has ordered all non-essential businesses to close by 8 p.m. Monday.
Staying at working at home all day provides a number of new health obstacles during this unprecedented time.
The coronavirus pandemic continues to spread throughout the Tri-State Area, with new cases and restrictions announced each day.
All personal care businesses, like hair and nail salons, in the tri-state area will soon need to officially close up shop.
A 91-year-old Connecticut man who was hospitalized with the coronavirus has died, becoming the state's second victim of the virus.
Governors Cuomo, Murphy and Lamont say the states are working together in hopes of encouraging people to stay home and practice social distancing.
The announcement brings Connecticut in line with many states that have ordered schools shut down due to the pandemic.
Nearly one million New Yorkers have enrolled in a program that can help them save thousands on their health care bills.
The coldest air of the season arrives in the Tri-State Area by Monday night.
A charity basketball game was held in New York City on Sunday for an Israeli hostage from Long Island who will be spending his birthday this week in captivity.
Three Port Authority police officers were injured Sunday while trying to apprehend a carjacking suspect on the George Washington Bridge, officials say.
John Catsimatidis might run for New York City mayor and fellow-GOP member Mike Sapraicone wants to unseat Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand.
The coldest air of the season arrives in the Tri-State Area by Monday night.
Heading into Sunday, a warm front will split the region into two different seasons.
Many people in the Tri-State Area were able to get a glimpse of a rare comet Saturday night.
Hurricane Milton had made landfall in Florida, and many across the Tri-State Area are wondering how to help.
A software glitch is being blamed for a misprinted mailing that could send voters in Stamford, Connecticut to the wrong polling site.
A New Jersey Transit River Line train operator died after a train struck a downed tree in Mansfield Township, Burlington County.
The coldest air of the season arrives in the Tri-State Area by Monday night.
Three Port Authority police officers were injured Sunday while trying to apprehend a carjacking suspect on the George Washington Bridge, officials say.
A somber remembrance was held Saturday for Victoria Lee, who died at the hands of Fort Lee Police in July. Saturday would have been Lee's 26th birthday.
Heading into Sunday, a warm front will split the region into two different seasons.
A charity basketball game was held in New York City on Sunday for an Israeli hostage from Long Island who will be spending his birthday this week in captivity.
John Catsimatidis might run for New York City mayor and fellow-GOP member Mike Sapraicone wants to unseat Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand.
Heading into Sunday, a warm front will split the region into two different seasons.
A vigil was held Friday on Long Island for a mother who police say was killed in front of her 2-year-old son by the child's father.
The 2024 rematch between GOP Rep. Anthony D'Esposito and Democratic challenger Laura Gillen in Nassau County is one of the most competitive races in the country.
John Catsimatidis might run for New York City mayor and fellow-GOP member Mike Sapraicone wants to unseat Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand.
Deputies assigned to former President Donald Trump's rally in California's Coachella Valley Saturday arrested a Las Vegas man at a checkpoint for allegedly possessing a loaded firearm, a shotgun and a high-capacity magazine.
The Harris campaign views the release as an opportunity to turn the conversation towards the physical health and mental acuity of her opponent, former President Donald Trump.
The 2024 rematch between GOP Rep. Anthony D'Esposito and Democratic challenger Laura Gillen in Nassau County is one of the most competitive races in the country.
The NYPD's School Safety Division was searched by federal investigators, according to a person with knowledge of the investigation.
Nearly one million New Yorkers have enrolled in a program that can help them save thousands on their health care bills.
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
A Monmouth County, New Jersey resident has tested positive for measles, state health officials say.
Fisher-Price is offering $25 to product owners who remove and destroy swing parts that increase risk of suffocation.
New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams vowed Wednesday to keep maternal health a top priority in the city.
One of the greatest actors of all time, Al Pacino's life might have turned out very differently, if not for his mother's determination, the faith of director Francis Ford Coppola, or his success at overcoming an addiction to drink. He talks about his new memoir, "Sonny Boy."
A judge in New York has set a 2025 trial date for rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs, who was arrested for sex trafficking, racketeering and conspiracy.
The 2024-2025 prime-time programming lineup of CBS Originals features three new dramas, two new comedies, a reimagined classic game show, special event programming and much more.
Justin Timberlake suddenly postponed Tuesday's show at the Prudential Center in Newark, citing an injury.
Cissy Houston performed alongside superstar musicians like Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin.
The Cincinnati Bengals' defense carried them to a much-needed victory over the New York Giants on Sunday night.
Dodgers pitchers tied the postseason record of 33 consecutive scoreless innings by routing the Mets in the NL Championship Series opener Sunday night.
The New York Liberty beat the Minnesota Lynx 80-66 on Sunday in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals.
Paul Cotter scored twice, giving him four goals through four games this season, and the New Jersey Devils defeated the Washington Capitals 5-3.
Tyler Seguin scored twice, Jake Oettinger made 34 saves in his 11th career regular-season shutout and the Dallas Stars beat the New York Islanders 3-0.
After seven long years, a retired Queens couple has finally gotten their sidewalk fixed by the city.
People in Red Hook, Brooklyn are renewing a push to bring express bus service to their community.
New York officials announced a multi-million dollar investment in their fight against the opioid crisis in the Bronx.
Tomer Meir, 21, who survived the attack at the Nova Music Festival with his friends, shares his harrowing story.
These Brooklyn students formed a group to try to beat their own addictive behavior around technology.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
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.
Actors Austin Stowell and Mark Harmon join CBS New York to discuss the new series premiering on CBS.
CBS News New York's John Elliott has the latest weather forecast.
Police sources say a person of interest is in custody after they responded to an apartment building and found a child unconscious Sunday night. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports from the scene in Harlem.
New York City's annual Columbus Day Parade is marching through Midtown today, celebrating Italian American culture. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge reports along the parade route.
Jenique Jones, Executive Director of WhyHunger joins CBS New York to discuss WhyHunger's mission and concert series.