New York Aquarium reopens spaces that flooded in Superstorm Sandy
The aquarium spent the last decade rebuilding and making improvements to protect it from future storms.
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The aquarium spent the last decade rebuilding and making improvements to protect it from future storms.
The aquarium spent the last decade rebuilding and making improvements to protect it from future storms.
The roller coaster, which opened in 1927, is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
The first 95 guests in line for the world-famous roller coaster on Sunday ride for free in honor of the milestone.
Summer is officially underway in Coney Island, where the famous Mermaid Parade returned Saturday.
The famous Mermaid Parade returned to Coney Island on Saturday for its 40th anniversary.
The Mermaid Parade is billed as the nation's largest art parade.
The parade, celebrating its 40th year, steps off Saturday at 1 p.m. at 21st Street and Surf Avenue.
Thousands of sea creatures around the city are dusting off their fins and tails. They're spending this week attaching trim, gluing sparkles and painting banners in preparation for the Coney Island Mermaid Parade on Saturday, June 18; CBS2's Hannah Kliger reports.
The iconic parade, which is scheduled for Saturday, June 18th, celebrates its 40th anniversary this year.
We are just over a week away from the return of Brooklyn's iconic mermaid parade, and this year marks several big milestones for the aquatic occasion. CBS2's Hannah Kliger shows us how longtime fans are preparing for the big day.
The new mural, created by artist Danielle Mastrion, serves as a bright welcome for residents and visitors.
Coney Island's largest mural is now complete and serves as a bright welcome.
All in all, police say about 36 shots were fired, but thankfully no one was injured.
CBS2's Dave Carlin visited the rain-slicked boardwalk in the afternoon, but the beginning part of the day was nice.
CBS2's Dave Carlin has more on folks trying to make the best of the inclement weather.
Businesses along the boardwalk spent Friday prepping for the first holiday since the pandemic began without restrictions.
CBS2's Thalia Perez talks to tourists and business owners about what it's like not having pandemic restrictions this year.
Just in time for the busy summer season, the Alliance for Coney Island is excited to have a new welcome sign celebration Coney Island's past, and its present.
Just in time for the busy summer season, the Alliance for Coney Island is excited to have a new welcome sign celebration Coney Island's past, and its present. CBS2's Dana Tyler spoke with artist Danielle Mastrion.
A runner in the Brooklyn Half Marathon died just after crossing the finishing line Saturday; CBS2's Thalia Perez reports.
It might be tempting to take a dip this weekend, but this really isn't the time. Lifeguards will not be on duty until Memorial Day weekend.
The business community is looking to fill more than 400 positions, including cashiers, ride operators and food service workers.
The job fair is being held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. both Monday and Tuesday.
As CBS2's Ali Bauman reports, police fire in the suspect, who is now in custody.
New Jersey Rep. Mikie Sherrill, a Democrat, says she is running for governor in 2025.
Jonathan Quick stopped 24 shots for his second straight shutout as the New York Rangers beat the Seattle Kraken on Sunday night.
The budget carrier is trying to recover from the pandemic-caused swoon in travel and failed mergers.
The MTA board is expected to vote on Gov. Kathy Hochul's revamped New York City congestion pricing plan today.
A cellphone company worker says he was attacked by a Long Island law enforcement officer while doing his job.
The MTA board is expected to vote on Gov. Kathy Hochul's revamped New York City congestion pricing plan today.
A cellphone company worker says he was attacked by a Long Island law enforcement officer while doing his job.
Orange County, New York is dealing with an extended state of emergency due to the ongoing Jennings Creek wildfire.
It looks like the Tri-State Area will get a substantial soaking of rain later this week, something it definitely needs due to the risk of wildfires.
The risk of wildfire development will remain elevated across the Tri-State Area through the next several days.
It looks like the Tri-State Area will get a substantial soaking of rain later this week, something it definitely needs due to the risk of wildfires.
The risk of wildfire development will remain elevated across the Tri-State Area through the next several days.
A Red Flag Warning is in effect today across the entire Tri-State Area until 6 p.m.
Service is finally restored after a transformer explosion and fire along Amtrak tracks in the Bronx caused service suspensions throughout the region Tuesday and Wednesday.
A Red Flag Warning is back in effect for much of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, as the fire threat remains high.
New Jersey Rep. Mikie Sherrill, a Democrat, says she is running for governor in 2025.
Orange County, New York is dealing with an extended state of emergency due to the ongoing Jennings Creek wildfire.
It looks like the Tri-State Area will get a substantial soaking of rain later this week, something it definitely needs due to the risk of wildfires.
Hundreds of delays at Newark Liberty International Airport on Saturday resulted from air traffic control staffing problems.
The risk of wildfire development will remain elevated across the Tri-State Area through the next several days.
A cellphone company worker says he was attacked by a Long Island law enforcement officer while doing his job.
It looks like the Tri-State Area will get a substantial soaking of rain later this week, something it definitely needs due to the risk of wildfires.
Stony Brook residents are calling for the restoration of the centuries-old Mill Pond, which was drained and destroyed during a torrential storm in August.
A Rockville Centre police detective faces hate crime charges following an incident in Manorville, prosecutors said Wednesday.
Long Island volunteer firefighter Jonathan Quiles is accused of intentionally setting a brush fire in Medford, New York.
New Jersey Rep. Mikie Sherrill, a Democrat, says she is running for governor in 2025.
President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet and senior staff picks are facing an uncertain future as his selections received mixed reviews in recent days — and a handful sent shockwaves through Washington.
A return to Madison Square Garden meant revisiting the place where a comedian caused an uproar at a Trump rally last month by likening Puerto Rico to a "floating island of garbage."
Wright has been one of the industry's loudest voices against efforts to fight climate change and could give fossil fuels a boost, including quick action to end a year-long pause on natural gas export approvals by the Biden administration.
Almost 2.5 million New Yorkers' state criminal records are now automatically sealed under the Clean Slate Act.
The packaging label omitted a key ingredient, prompting a Food and Drug Administration recall.
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
Decision to cut topping comes as officials work to confirm source of E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders.
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday announced a $150 million investment in a new state-of-the-art cell and gene therapy hub to be built on Long Island.
Dozens of New York and New Jersey schools are impacted by a recall of meat and poultry products potentially contaminated with listeria.
With the release of part one of her new memoir, Cher talks about her relationship - on stage and off - with Sonny Bono, and why their TV partnership survived beyond their marriage.
Sean "Diddy" Combs has tried to reach out to prospective witnesses and sway public opinion from jail in NYC to influence potential jurors in his sex trafficking trial, prosecutors say.
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.
Six Flags announced it shut down the Kingda Ka and Green Lantern roller coasters to make way for two new rides including The Flash coaster.
John Krasinski is People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive for 2024. The magazine announced the actor-writer-director as its pick during "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."
Jonathan Quick stopped 24 shots for his second straight shutout as the New York Rangers beat the Seattle Kraken on Sunday night.
Karl-Anthony Towns had 26 points and 15 rebounds, and the Knicks completed a weekend sweep of the Nets with a 114-104 victory on Sunday.
Anthony Richardson ran for a 4-yard touchdown with 46 seconds left, lifting the Colts to a 28-27 win over the Jets on Sunday.
The Tampa Bay Lightning beat the New Jersey Devils on Saturday night.
The Seattle Kraken beat the New York Islanders on Saturday for their fourth straight win.
Families in Central Harlem will soon settle into their new homes at Marcus Garvey Village, which also brings free gathering spaces to the community and an LGBTQ center.
The Hispanic Society's new exhibit traces how different cultures influenced the women of Spain as they found their own voices throughout history.
Brooklyn transit riders are worried about an ongoing proposal to cut bus stops as part of a redesign project.
A Long Island man's life savings were stolen from his bank account, and he says he's been waiting a year to get it back.
As work is being completed on a six-block stretch of the Ocean Parkway Greenway, cyclists say the rest of the bike path is overdue for upgrades.
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."
Sherrill, a former military helicopter pilot, has represented New Jersey's 11th congressional district since 2019.
Testimony resumes Monday in the trial of Daniel Penny over the death of Jordan Neely. The prosecution is expected to wrap up its case soon.
The MTA is expected to approve Gov. Kathy Hochul's latest plan to activate congestion pricing tolls in New York City. CBS News New York's Derick Waller reports.
More than 160 families have been asked to voluntarily evacuate their homes in Orange County. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
Tony Sadiku has the Tri-State Area's updated Monday morning forecast on CBS News New York.
