Biden signs gun control bill into law
The move marks the most considerable changes to U.S. gun laws in decades.
The move marks the most considerable changes to U.S. gun laws in decades.
Hochul called the decision "reckless and reprehensible" as she announced she will convene a special session.
President Joe Biden vowed Friday to "do all in my power" to protect abortion rights after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. "This is not over," Mr. Biden said, but he admitted Democrats do not have the votes in Congress to put federal law in place to ensure abortion rights. Watch his remarks in this CBS News Special Report anchored by Norah O'Donnell.
With gas prices across the country near $5 a gallon, President Biden is calling on Congress to temporarily suspend the federal gas tax.
The idea, which would require the support of Congress, is already being met with skepticism.
President Biden is now calling on oil refineries to increase supply and to worry less about high profits.
CBS2's Jessica Moore explains why the pain at the pump doesn't seem to dissipate.
Monday's hearing focuses on former President Donald Trump's claims of a stolen election. CBS2's Jessica Moore has the latest.
The House select committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, assault on the U.S. Capitol revealed new insight into what happened that day during its prime-time hearing Thursday night. Here are six things we learned from the first in a series of scheduled public hearings.
U.S. Capitol Police officer Caroline Edwards spoke about her experience on Jan. 6 during the prime-time hearing held Thursday night by the House select committee investigating the attack. Edwards described the injuries she sustained during the assault, and the "war scene" and "carnage" she saw on Capitol grounds that day. Watch her remarks here.
The House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol released a graphic video timeline of the assault during Thursday night's prime-time hearing. The timeline showed never-before-seen video of the assault, including attacks on police officers and rioters storming the building. Watch the video here. Warning: This video includes violence and explicit language.
Rep. Liz Cheney, the vice chair and one of two Republicans on the House Jan. 6 committee, delivered opening remarks during the prime-time hearing held Thursday night. The hearing is designed to show the American public what the committee has learned so far about the Capitol riot and former President Donald Trump's role. Watch Cheney's remarks here.
The committee's chairman, Rep. Bennie Thompson, opened the prime-time hearing held Thursday night by squarely placing responsibility for Jan. 6 at the feet of former President Trump. The hearing is designed to show the American public what the committee has learned so far about the riot and former President Donald Trump's role. Watch Thompson's remarks here.
The president called for banning assault weapons, national red flag laws, expanded background checks and raising the age to buy a semi-automatic weapon.
New York lawmakers are adopting some of the gun violence reforms President Joe Biden says he's looking for. CBS2's John Dias has the latest on the local developments.
New York on Thursday became the first state to pass new gun legislation since the recent mass shootings as President Joe Biden calls for some of those same gun reforms nationwide; CBS2's Dick Brennan reports.
President Joe Biden on Thursday called for several new gun control measures, including a ban on assault weapons. His remarks came after a string of deadly shootings renewed calls for action on gun reform; CBS2's Dick Brennan reports.
Formula manufacturers said they alerted retailers of a looming shortage in February.
As Americans face record high prices, President Biden has laid out a plan to get inflation under control. Natalie Brand reports for CBS2.
President Biden and the first lady paid their respects on Sunday in Uvalde. CBS2's Danya Bacchus reports.
President Biden and the First Lady will visit Uvalde, Texas as families process the news that authorities waited to confront gunman, CBS2's Danya Bacchus reports.
The visit by the president and first lady will come after police admitted mistakes were made during the deadly elementary school shooting. CBS2's Danya Bacchus reports.
The Associated Press is reporting the death toll is now up to 19 children and two adults. CBS2's Dick Brennan has the story.
President Biden spoke Tuesday night and called out Congress to finally get something done on gun control. CBS2's Dick Brennan has the latest on the investigation.
At least 18 children and one adult were killed by an 18-year-old gunman on Tuesday.
A ride-share driver says he escaped serious injury after bricks fell from a building and landed right on his car in the Meatpacking District.
There was intense fallout Monday from the racist rhetoric at Donald Trump's Madison Square Garden rally on Sunday.
Anthony Volpe, the pride of Watchung, N.J., will take the field at shortstop for the Yankees on Monday in Game 3 of the World Series.
The New York City subway system has been open for 120 years, and it's no secret that, at times, it shows its age.
Clean water is on the ballot in Long Island's Suffolk County. Proposition 2 asks voters to approve a small new sales tax to protect drinking water and waterways.
A ride-share driver says he escaped serious injury after bricks fell from a building and landed right on his car in the Meatpacking District.
There was intense fallout Monday from the racist rhetoric at Donald Trump's Madison Square Garden rally on Sunday.
The New York City subway system has been open for 120 years, and it's no secret that, at times, it shows its age.
Clean water is on the ballot in Long Island's Suffolk County. Proposition 2 asks voters to approve a small new sales tax to protect drinking water and waterways.
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.
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.
Anthony Volpe, the pride of Watchung, N.J., will take the field at shortstop for the Yankees on Monday in Game 3 of the World Series.
The race for congressional District 7 in New Jersey is being closely watched across the nation. A win for challenger Sue Altman could give Democrats an edge in the U.S. House of Representatives.
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.
Clean water is on the ballot in Long Island's Suffolk County. Proposition 2 asks voters to approve a small new sales tax to protect drinking water and waterways.
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.
There was intense fallout Monday from the racist rhetoric at Donald Trump's Madison Square Garden rally on Sunday.
Clean water is on the ballot in Long Island's Suffolk County. Proposition 2 asks voters to approve a small new sales tax to protect drinking water and waterways.
The race for congressional District 7 in New Jersey is being closely watched across the nation. A win for challenger Sue Altman could give Democrats an edge in the U.S. House of Representatives.
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.
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.
Anthony Volpe, the pride of Watchung, N.J., will take the field at shortstop for the Yankees on Monday in Game 3 of the World Series.
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.
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."
CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado has more on the efforts to help the newcomers feel community through running.
Clean water is on the ballot in Long Island's Suffolk County. Proposition 2 asks voters to approve a small new sales tax to protect drinking water and waterways. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger explains why the organization focuses its work predominantly in and around NYCHA developments.
CBS News New York meteorologist Vanessa Murdock has an update on a big project for the south shore of the borough.
CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer has reaction from all over.