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New Jersey 'Several Weeks Away' Before Potential Reopening, Gov. Phil Murphy Says
Gov. Phil Murphy said Sunday that New Jersey is likely "several" weeks away from even a phase one reopening of the economy amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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Gov. Phil Murphy said Sunday that New Jersey is likely "several" weeks away from even a phase one reopening of the economy amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Local police and firefighters in Morristown hit the sirens to celebrate Fred Heyman.
Fresh wood was placed into a hot fire pit, where fresh food was prepared for COVID-19 front line workers.
The Garden State has now lost more lives lost to the pandemic than from World War I, the Korean War and the Vietnam War combined.
Among the locations with limited access from dawn until dusk will be Enos Jones Park, Berry Lane Park, Audubon Park, Leonard Gordon Park and Pershing Field.
Gas prices continue to drop in New Jersey and around the nation amid the coronavirus outbreak despite what would usually be a peak time for gas prices just ahead of the summer driving season.
The idea was tossed out by the president during Thursday's White House briefing in a discussion on ways to kill the virus.
With states, counties, cities, and towns hemorrhaging money to fight COVID-19 - hospitals reeling, businesses closed, no tax dollars coming in - there is intense pressure to reopen the economy.
Deborah Kean, first lady of New Jersey during her husband Thomas Kean's term as governor from 1982 to 1990, has died at the age of 76.
Civil arbitration and marital settlement panels will resume April 27.
Kevin Drain spent 14 days at Valley Hospital and 10 in the ICU. On Thursday, he emerged a survivor.
Of the 26 million who have filed for unemployment nationally over the last five weeks, only about 16 million have received checks. So where does that leave everyone else?
McConnell suggested on a radio show that Republicans should oppose additional aid for state and local governments such as New York and New Jersey in future coronavirus relief bills in what he later called a "blue state bailout."
The New Jersey Attorney General's office is investigating, along with the state police homicide unit.
For the first time, CBS2 is hearing from a New Jersey long-term care facility that has been plagued by COVID-19.
Thunderstorms are expected to bring heavy rain and flood risks to NYC and New Jersey today.
Five federally-funded initiatives aim to combat crime against bodegas in Upper Manhattan and the Bronx.
One of the largest cemeteries in New York City has completed a major project to deal with storm water runoff.
Pedestrians told CBS News New York the city isn't doing enough to stop moped and e-bike riders from going through restricted zones, like Open Streets.
Thirteen people were hurt when an MTA bus crashed into a subway station pillar in the Bronx on Monday.
Thunderstorms are expected to bring heavy rain and flood risks to NYC and New Jersey today.
New York and New Jersey will continue to see hot and humid weather this week, along with the chance of thunderstorms. Plus, we're tracking Hurricane Debby.
Highs in the 90s return on Monday, with lots of sunshine and a slight decrease in humidity levels. A stray storm is possible late.
NYC's heat advisory has been extended through Saturday, and parts of New Jersey are even under an excessive heat warning Friday.
New York and New Jersey are in for a stretch of hazy, hot and humid weather, along with the threat of thunderstorms this weekend.
Thunderstorms are expected to bring heavy rain and flood risks to NYC and New Jersey today.
Stone-like materials called slag tested positive for elevated levels of arsenic along the beach in Keyport, New Jersey, state officials said.
New York and New Jersey will continue to see hot and humid weather this week, along with the chance of thunderstorms. Plus, we're tracking Hurricane Debby.
Highs in the 90s return on Monday, with lots of sunshine and a slight decrease in humidity levels. A stray storm is possible late.
Mariah Carey will end her 2024 Christmas Time tour with three stops in the Tri-State Area this December.
Lawmakers in Nassau County, New York passed a mask ban that would make it a crime for protesters to wear face coverings to hide their identity.
The controversial plan for a Las Vegas Sands casino on Long Island cleared a major vote to move forward.
Plans for a controversial casino in Nassau County are expected to get another green light Monday. The Nassau County Legislature will be voting on whether to approve a 42-year lease for the land to go to Las Vegas Sands.
The family of Henry Sanders is searching for answers after he died in police custody on Long Island last week.
Highs in the 90s return on Monday, with lots of sunshine and a slight decrease in humidity levels. A stray storm is possible late.
Kamala Harris has selected Tim Walz, the popular two-term governor of Minnesota, as her VP running mate, selecting a Midwestern Democrat to join her on the ticket.
Lawmakers in Nassau County, New York passed a mask ban that would make it a crime for protesters to wear face coverings to hide their identity.
Kamala Harris received 99% of the delegate votes in the Democratic National Committee's early virtual roll call vote, which ended Monday evening.
Five federally-funded initiatives aim to combat crime against bodegas in Upper Manhattan and the Bronx.
Pedestrians told CBS News New York the city isn't doing enough to stop moped and e-bike riders from going through restricted zones, like Open Streets.
Stone-like materials called slag tested positive for elevated levels of arsenic along the beach in Keyport, New Jersey, state officials said.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation is launching a new initiative, the Parents' Network, to support parents whose children have been victimized by harmful online content, from social media bullying to suicide ideation.
The USDA has expanded the recall of some Boar's Head deli meats over concerns of a link to a deadly listeria outbreak.
Portion control is key, say researchers in examining levels of lead, cadmium and arsenic in cocoa-laden products.
Mount Sinai is now part of a national research team studying long COVID in Black and brown patients.
Mariah Carey will end her 2024 Christmas Time tour with three stops in the Tri-State Area this December.
Justin Timberlake's license was suspended Friday, as the singer pleaded not guilty to driving while intoxicated on Long Island.
Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter, stars of the "Bill & Ted" film trilogy, will reunite on the Great White Way in Samuel Beckett's "Waiting For Godot."
Cardi B shared the pregnancy news on social media showing images of herself in a flowing red gown that exposes her baby bump.
Co-founded by George Balanchine in 1948, New York City Ballet is considered one of the best dance companies in the world, and at 75 is catering to an increasingly younger audience.
The Mets have won eight of Manaea's last 10 starts.
Biles fell at the end of her acrobatic series during the 2024 Paris Olympics balance beam finals Monday, denying her an opportunity to add to the bronzes she won in the event at the 2016 and 2020 Games.
DJ LeMahieu hit a game-winning single through a five-man infield in the 10th inning to give the New York Yankees a rain-delayed 4-3 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays.
Griffin Canning pitched five stingy innings for his first win in six weeks and the Los Angeles Angels held off the New York Mets 3-2.
J.D. Martinez hit a grand slam to put the Mets in front, but Huascar Brazobán allowed a go-ahead home run to Zach Neto as the Angels rallied in the 7th.
Five federally-funded initiatives aim to combat crime against bodegas in Upper Manhattan and the Bronx.
One of the largest cemeteries in New York City has completed a major project to deal with storm water runoff.
A Queens mail carrier who was robbed at gunpoint is speaking out about the harrowing encounter. It happened Monday on her regular route in Maspeth.
Visitors can see Harlem literary icon James Baldwin in his high school yearbook, hear his passionate pleas for racial equality, and more at a new exhibit in celebration of his 100th birthday.
A man from the Bronx is speaking out after he said he was violently beaten up by New York City police officers last Sunday at the Dominican Day Parade.
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.
Gov. Kathy Hochul was joined by other state officials at a news conference to prepare people for expected heavy rain and flash flooding Tuesday into Wednesday. Watch her briefing.
Dr. Katelyn Jetelina joins CBS New York to discuss why we're seeing a rise in Covid-19 cases.
The new docuseries on Paramount+ goes behind the scenes as the NYPD investigates a shooting and smoke bomb on the subway.
We asked you to vote on our Top 3 FicPicks: "Like Mother, Like Daughter" by Kimberly McCreight, "Hum" by Helen Phillips, and "Trouble in Queenstown" by Delia Pitts.
Harris and her VP pick are scheduled to appear together at an event in Philadelphia, while Republican VP contender JD Vance holds a rally of his own there. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.