42-year-old still dreams of pitching in the major leagues
During a workout in his backyard, every pitch got faster until Semerano threw at 101 mph.
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During a workout in his backyard, every pitch got faster until Semerano threw at 101 mph.
Last year, Massapequa Coast became the first team from Long Island to reach the Little League World Series in over 40 years.
There was a big sendoff Friday for the team as they prepare to compete in the Metro Region Championship. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge has all the action.
New York Yankees' Domingo German pitched a perfect game last night, for only the 24th time in MLB history. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has a look at some others from Yankees history and what all those pitchers had in common.
Cohen said on Twitter reporters and fans "will get it from me straight."
Steve Overmyer speaks with the Hawaii native about his heritage and the adversity he faced growing up.
Author Jack Curry joins us to discuss the book and what it was like covering that Yankees team.
Deptford Little League says it is struggling to find umpires because of verbally abusive spectators. They are instituting a unique rule to stop the heckling.
It wouldn't be a sporting event, let alone a home opener, without a little tailgating action. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook catches up with fans before the big game.
The Mets are 3-4 and need more consistency in their lineup and rotation. They're hoping some home cooking might help. CBS2's Doug Williams reports from inside Citi Field.
The game was originally set for Thursday but had to be postponed because of weather. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has a look at what to expect.
As Major League Baseball begins a new season, fans will see the league's highly anticipated rule changes, which include a pitch timer, a ban on infield shifts and larger bases. CBS News correspondent Kris Van Cleave joined CBS News from Dodger Stadium to discuss.
Since the 1970s, the length of a baseball game has increased from just over two and a half hours to an average of three hours and seven minutes last season.
The Mets start in Miami, but the Yankees are kicking off the new season here at home. CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
CBS2's Steve Overmyer shows us what his week in Florida was like covering New York's two home teams.
The pitch clock is one of the new rules designed to speed pace of play.
New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge gives an update from the team's first full day of Spring Training in Florida.
New York Yankees Manager Aaron Boone gives an update from the team's first full day of Spring Training in Florida.
About three weeks after the Mets reached an initial agreement with the all-star, he won't be coming to New York after all.
He becomes the first team captain since Derek Jeter retired in 2014. CBS2's Steve Overmyer has more.
Yankees fans are breathing a sigh of relief and all eyes are on Judge after the slugger agreed to a contract deal with $360 million.
Judge has reportedly reached a $360 million deal to stay with the New York Yankees. CBS2's Steve Overmyer has a closer look at the negotiations that got him there.
Judge will earn $40 million per season, the highest average annual payout for a position player.
"For me, I always just wanted to play college baseball, no matter what division it was," said 18-year-old Olivia Pichardo.
"I always valued myself on being prepared, and you can't prepare for this," he said about being a father.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams' former chief advisor Ingrid Lewis-Martin surrendered to the Manhattan district attorney's office Thursday morning.
Drones have been banned from flying over nearly two dozen New Jersey towns until Jan. 17, the FAA says.
Teamsters are on strike outside the Amazon warehouse in Maspeth, Queens, less than a week before Christmas.
Gisèle Pelicot said she had no regrets, but hope for the future after a judge sentenced her ex-husband to 20 years in prison for drugging and raping her for years.
A move in Congress by Sen. Chuck Schumer that would have allowed towns to track drones was blocked Wednesday.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams' former chief advisor Ingrid Lewis-Martin surrendered to the Manhattan district attorney's office Thursday morning.
Teamsters are on strike outside the Amazon warehouse in Maspeth, Queens, less than a week before Christmas.
A move in Congress by Sen. Chuck Schumer that would have allowed towns to track drones was blocked Wednesday.
The Teamsters union is launching a strike against Amazon at numerous locations across the country, including in Maspeth, Queens.
If you're a National Grid customer in New York City or on Long Island, it's going to cost more to heat with gas this winter.
Cold, rainy weather returns to NYC and the surrounding area today, and it's time to track some more snow later this week.
We're going for nearly 60 Tuesday, which flirts with the record of 62 set back in 2000. The normal high is 44, and we'll be nowhere near that.
A wintry mix and rain made a mess on the roads in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
The New York Mets introduced Juan Soto at Citi Field, after the four-time MLB All-Star signed a record 15-year, $765 million deal.
A storm bringing heavy rain and strong winds could lead to flooding and power outages, especially on Long Island.
Drones have been banned from flying over nearly two dozen New Jersey towns until Jan. 17, the FAA says.
A move in Congress by Sen. Chuck Schumer that would have allowed towns to track drones was blocked Wednesday.
A New Jersey appeals court ruled Wednesday that Attorney General Matt Platkin overstepped his authority when he took over Paterson's police force last year.
New Jersey is making it easier for people with a gambling problem to ban themselves from casinos.
Cold, rainy weather returns to NYC and the surrounding area today, and it's time to track some more snow later this week.
If you're a National Grid customer in New York City or on Long Island, it's going to cost more to heat with gas this winter.
The Long Island Expressway has reopened hours after a deadly crash caused major delays for the morning commute.
We're going for nearly 60 Tuesday, which flirts with the record of 62 set back in 2000. The normal high is 44, and we'll be nowhere near that.
Accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann has been charged with a seventh murder.
A wintry mix and rain made a mess on the roads in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams' former chief advisor Ingrid Lewis-Martin surrendered to the Manhattan district attorney's office Thursday morning.
A move in Congress by Sen. Chuck Schumer that would have allowed towns to track drones was blocked Wednesday.
A federal bill that could help prevent e-bike and e-scooter battery fires is finally nearing the finish line, according to the FDNY.
Ingrid Lewis-Martin, New York City Mayor Eric Adams' former chief advisor, is expected to report to court Thursday to face charges, her attorney said.
The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will take up a challenge to a new law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.
New York Congressman-elect George Latimer expects "major pushback" to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s potential vaccine policy if he heads Donald Trump's Health and Human Services Department.
A breakthrough treatment is making a huge difference for stroke survivors, improving hand and arm function, and their quality of life.
CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu's mental illness did not stop her. Now, she's highlighting hope and solutions.
Suffolk County is warning parents about the dangers of co-sleeping after three more infants who shared beds with adults died in the last four weeks.
Anthem will reverse a policy that would have capped insurance coverage for anesthesia after objections from doctors and lawmakers.
Sean "Diddy" Combs was back in federal court in Lower Manhattan on Wednesday for a pretrial hearing.
A spokesperson for Foxx said that he had to get stitches after he was hit in the face by a glass thrown from someone else in the restaurant.
Sean "Diddy" Combs filed a motion Friday to dismiss his appeal for bail, meaning he will stay in jail until his trial on sex trafficking charges in May 2025.
Jamie Foxx opened up about why he was hospitalized for several weeks in April 2023.
The annual gala at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts features personalized tributes with performances and testimonials from fellow artists.
The Yankees on Wednesday introduced one of their latest big name acquisitions – left-handed starting pitcher Max Fried.
Juuse Saros made 25 saves to lead the Nashville Predators to a victory over the New York Rangers on Tuesday night.
Ondrej Palat and Stefan Noesen scored and the New Jersey Devils beat the St. Louis Blues 4-1.
The Carolina Hurricanes beat the New York Islanders on Tuesday night.
The Yankees reportedly agreed to acquire outfielder Cody Bellinger from the Cubs for right-hander Cody Poteet on Tuesday.
Neighbors living in communities without subway stops say congestion pricing has caused many to consider leaving New York City.
As development continues in Gowanus, Powerhouse Arts, housed in an old power station, works to keep artists in the neighborhood.
The Guinness World Record holder for the largest gingerbread village is now on display at the Shops at Columbus Circle.
A Queens couple says they have been waiting for a working stove in their apartment for two and a half years.
Brooklynites are trying to protect the new young trees coming to the borough after an ambitious effort to plant more than 3,000 trees in one district.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
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."
Mayor Eric Adams' former chief advisor Ingrid Lewis-Martin surrendered to the Manhattan district attorney's office Thursday morning.
Teamsters went on strike Thursday morning outside the Amazon warehouse in Maspeth, Queens. CBS News New York's Derick Waller reports from the picket line.
The FAA is banning drones over several New Jersey towns after recent mysterious sightings.
Teamsters went on strike Thursday morning outside the Amazon warehouse in Maspeth, Queens. As CBS News New York's Derick Waller reports, Amazon insists operations will not be impacted.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.
