University president weighs in on student loan relief plan
Montclair State University president joins CBS News New York to discuss the plan and what more can be done to help students.
Montclair State University president joins CBS News New York to discuss the plan and what more can be done to help students.
Two days after President Biden revealed his student loan relief program, reaction is split among Americans, mostly along party lines. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
Ukraine's president says Russian forces have launched a rocket attack on a train station in central Ukraine on the country's Independence Day, killing at least 22 people and wounding about 50.
The plan could include canceling up to $10,000 in debt for millions of people and pausing payments until January.
President Joe Biden signed landmark legislation Tuesday afternoon. The so-called Inflation Reduction Act is a climate, health and tax bill that would also cap prescription drug costs for Medicare recipients. Natalie Brand reports for CBS2.
The landmark legislation includes the biggest federal investment ever to fight climate change - $375 billion over a decade.
Sen. Chuck Schumer said the multi-billion dollar spending bill will benefit New Yorkers.
By a vote of 51-50, the bill moves to the next step in the process. Democrats hope to have the bill ready for President Joe Biden to sign by the end of the week. CBS2's Debra Alfarone has the story.
Senators debated amendments to the economic bill, which contains many of President Biden's climate, energy, health and tax goals.
Ending his most recent COVID-19 isolation, President Biden has left the White House for the first time since becoming infected last month.
The president declared monkeypox a nationwide health emergency as cases increase rapidly.
The decision frees up money for staffing, and for evaluating and developing vaccines, but some say it's too late, CBS2's John Dias reports.
It comes as cases are growing in New York City and across the country. CBS2's John Dias has the latest.
FBI said it did not have enough evidence to prove the Saudis were directly involved with planning the attacks.
There are questions about what's next after President Joe Biden announced the U.S. killed the man who helped plan the 9/11 attacks and took over al Qaeda after Bin Laden's death in 2011. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
Zawahiri helped plan the 9/11 attacks and was Bin Laden's right hand man, taking over al Qaeda after his death in 2011. CBS2's John Dias has the latest.
In an address to the nation on Monday night, President Joe Biden called it a "successful counter-terrorism operation." He authorized the drone strike over the weekend, in Kabul, Afghanistan. The attack was so intricate, the president says no other lives were lost. CBS2's Dick Brennan reports.
President Joe Biden announced Monday that al Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri had been killed in a drone strike in Kabul. "He carved a trail of murder and violence," Mr. Biden said of the terrorist leader who worked side by side with Osama bin Laden. Watch his remarks in a CBS News Special report anchored by John Dickerson, joined by CBS News senior White House correspondent Nancy Cordes and CBS News senior national security contributor Michael Morell.
The commander-in-chief says he is doing well and getting work done while in isolation. CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
President Joe Biden is back in isolation after testing positive for the coronavirus again.
The president feels "quite well" and his doctor said he will not begin any sort of treatment at this time.
The $280 billion package is aimed at addressing supply chain snags due to the pandemic.
The president is out of isolation this afternoon after testing negative for COVID.
More than 100 members of Congress sent a letter to the White House.
The White House said the president has a lingering sore throat after testing positive on Thursday.
In addition to the statewide Proposition 1, residents of New York City will tackle a number of propositions that would alter the city's Charter.
Connecticut voters are getting their chance as America decides on the next president, but that's not the only thing voters will see on their 2024 ballot.
Voters in New Jersey are getting their chance to decide on the future of the state and the nation. Here's a look at what's on the 2024 ballot.
There's more than just the presidential race on the ballot in New York. Key legislative races will be decided, as well as an important statewide ballot question.
The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree, one of the most famous holiday displays in the world, is coming from Massachusetts.
In addition to the statewide Proposition 1, residents of New York City will tackle a number of propositions that would alter the city's Charter.
There's more than just the presidential race on the ballot in New York. Key legislative races will be decided, as well as an important statewide ballot question.
The NYC jail where Sean "Diddy" Combs is being held was targeted with an interagency operation, federal prison officials said.
One girl was killed and another was critically injured while subway surfing Sunday night in Queens, police sources say.
The Yankees host the Dodgers at Yankee Stadium for Game 3 of the 2024 World Series in the Bronx.
Connecticut voters are getting their chance as America decides on the next president, but that's not the only thing voters will see on their 2024 ballot.
The New York City area will see a warm-up to close out the month, with record highs in jeopardy on Halloween.
A frost advisory will be in effect in parts of the Tri-State Area early Sunday morning.
A firefighter died in a utility task vehicle crash while responding to a brush fire in Berlin, Connecticut on Tuesday.
A construction worker was rescued after part of a 100-year-old home's stone foundation collapsed onto him in Bridgeport, Connecticut.
Voters in New Jersey are getting their chance to decide on the future of the state and the nation. Here's a look at what's on the 2024 ballot.
New Jersey is already starting to see wildfires -- far more north than the state had warned residents about.
Andy Kim and Curtis Bashaw are in the race to replace convicted New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez. Watch "The Point" with Marcia Kramer.
The New York City area will see a warm-up to close out the month, with record highs in jeopardy on Halloween.
A frost advisory will be in effect in parts of the Tri-State Area early Sunday morning.
The NY-1 race on Long Island pits incumbent Republican Nick LaLota against Democratic challenger John Avlon.
Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries pleaded not guilty in a Long Island courtroom Friday to sex trafficking and prostitution charges.
There was an urgent call Thursday for a solution in the bankruptcy of the Harborside, a Long Island retirement community.
A licensed social worker who works with children has been charged with distributing child pornography, authorities announced Wednesday.
Voters in Suffolk County will decide on Proposition 2, which would convert cesspools to tanks connected to the sewer system.
In addition to the statewide Proposition 1, residents of New York City will tackle a number of propositions that would alter the city's Charter.
Voters in New Jersey are getting their chance to decide on the future of the state and the nation. Here's a look at what's on the 2024 ballot.
There's more than just the presidential race on the ballot in New York. Key legislative races will be decided, as well as an important statewide ballot question.
With just over a week until Election Day, Puerto Rico has been thrust into the spotlight by both campaigns.
Thousands descended on Madison Square Garden on Sunday for former President Donald Trump's campaign rally.
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.
The worst rates of the infection known as "walking pneumonia" or "white lung pneumonia" are in young children ages 2 to 4 years old.
Rwanda says it's gaining control of a Marburg outbreak, but U.S. authorities are taking no chances as another killer virus spreads fast.
Timothée Chalamet surprised the crowd at his own look-alike contest at Washington Square Park in Manhattan.
The lead singer-songwriter for the superstar band Fleetwood Mac who became a superstar solo artist talks about her latest song, "The Lighthouse," that was inspired by her own experience with abortion, and a strong desire to "do something."
Cardi B says she's been hospitalized with a medical emergency and will have to miss her scheduled performance at ONE Musicfest in Atlanta.
Harvey Weinstein returned to a New York courtroom Wednesday for a hearing ahead of his retrial on rape charges.
The prosecutor's office said that any information about Liam Payne's death will be released through official channels.
The Yankees host the Dodgers at Yankee Stadium for Game 3 of the 2024 World Series in the Bronx.
Stefan Noesen scored two goals and Jacob Markstrom made 24 saves in the Devils' 6-2 win over the Ducks on Sunday.
Cam Thomas scored 32 points and Dennis Schroder added 29 as the Nets beat the Bucks 115-102 on Sunday.
Rhamondre Stevenson plunged into the end zone with 22 seconds left and the Patriots defeated the Jets 25-22 on Sunday.
The Los Angeles Dodgers hit three early long balls off Carlos Rodón to beat the New York Yankees in Game 2 of the World Series.
Rudy's Pastry Shop in Ridgewood, Queens has been serving up cookies, cakes and more for nearly nine decades.
Girls at the Brooklyn Basketball Academy say they feel energized and excited by the New York Liberty's championship win.
Elected officials in the Bronx say they haven't received confirmation from the city about the opening of a new migrant shelter.
Residents of Red Hook, Brooklyn say parts of their streets have been permanently occupied by campers and RVs.
A busy intersection in Queens has neighbors saying they feel unsafe, and they want the city to step in.
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."
The Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn is currently housing Combs on sex trafficking and racketeering charges.
CBS News New York's Rob Marciano has the latest weather forecast.
The Yankees are down 0-2 as they chase their coveted 28th ring and first league championship in 15 years. CBS News New York's Derick Waller reports.
One girl was killed and another was critically injured while subway surfing Sunday night in Queens, police sources say. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge reports from the 7 line.
Chopper 2 was over the scene of the NJ Transit crash in Lincoln Park, New Jersey.