Dr. Jay Varma fired after sex party scandal
New York City's former COVID czar has been fired from his current job after confirming reports that he attended sex parties and a rave when the pandemic was at its peak.
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New York City's former COVID czar has been fired from his current job after confirming reports that he attended sex parties and a rave when the pandemic was at its peak.
Two new reports show a clearer picture of just how many New Yorkers left the state during the pandemic.
Nearly a century before the COVID pandemic, tuberculosis was ravaging the country, especially in New York City. To help the overwhelmed hospitals, city officials made a call for Black female nurses to work on the frontlines. See more here: https://cbsloc.al/3ZqEIyN
There has been a rise in COVID hospitalizations, and as cooler weather approaches, the CDC revealed its timeline for updated boosters. Dr. Celine Gounder explains what to expect this fall.
Carriers are in hiring mode after shedding tens of thousands of jobs during the pandemic, contributing to flight disruptions.
When the pandemic shut things down, he pointed his camera in a new direction, focusing on the movement of dance.
The city's restaurants are still facing challenges. So where does the industry stand today, and what does its future hold?
It's an update to a classic campaign to boost the recovery after the pandemic.
It will happen two years after the pandemic halted trains from crossing the shared border between the U.S. and Canada.
As we approach three years since the start of the pandemic, a new exhibit is taking us back to when the streets of New York City were empty and the lights were out on Broadway.
In an interview on "60 Minutes," the president said, "We still have a problem with COVID. We're still doing a lotta work on it. ... But the pandemic is over."
New booster shots rolling out this week should offer protection against the original strain of the virus plus Omicron and new variants that may arise, health officials said.
Dr. Anthony Fauci told "CBS Saturday Morning" that the president "continues to improve."
The World Health Organization says the expanding monkeypox outbreak in more than 70 countries is an "extraordinary" situation that now qualifies as a global emergency.
But some wonder if mixed messages are still being sent. CBS2's Dick Brennan reports.
CMT Music Awards co-hosts Kelsea Ballerini and Kane Brown join "CBS Mornings" to talk about preparing for country music's only fan-voted award show. Ballerini will co-host virtually after testing positive for COVID-19.
North Haledon Mayor Randy George is refusing to take down a 25-foot star that sits atop High Mountain Park Preserve.
New York City bars and restaurants switched to take-out only, movie theaters and gyms also closed, along with city schools.
One eatery says it survived that dark time because of a program that fed health care workers while also keeping cooks in the kitchen. As CBS2's Lisa Rozner reported, that program is helping even more people today.
Two years ago, COVID-19 was officially declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization. As CBS2's John Dias reports, the world has changed since then, and there's still more to go.
COVID-19 cases are rising once again in the Garden State, despite more than 3.5 million vaccine doses in the arms of residents.
The United States has reached a grim milestone in the coronavirus pandemic.
A Wisconsin woman is warning people that the anti-malarial drug, hydroxychloroquine, wil not protect someone from COVID-19.
The city's rapidly spreading coronavirus outbreak seems to be the most concentrated in the entire country.
The unprecedented package would provide direct payments to most Americans, expand jobless benefits, provide $367 billion to small businesses, and assist state and local governments, CBS News reports.
Ramon Rivera, the man accused of killing three people in a stabbing rampage in New York City, is due in court today after being charged with three counts murder.
A Red Alert is in effect this morning as snow triggers winter weather alerts in the Tri-State Area.
Connor Zary scored midway through the third period to give the Calgary Flames a win over the New York Rangers on Thursday night.
CBS News New York's Dick Brennan went to JFK, LaGuardia and Newark Airport to find out, is air travel really getting worse?
Mayor Eric Adams' massive rezoning plan known as "City of Yes" cleared a major hurdle Thursday, passing key City Council committee votes, with some modifications. It can now move ahead to a full City Council vote.
Ramon Rivera, the man accused of killing three people in a stabbing rampage in New York City, is due in court today after being charged with three counts murder.
A Red Alert is in effect this morning as snow triggers winter weather alerts in the Tri-State Area.
CBS News New York's Dick Brennan went to JFK, LaGuardia and Newark Airport to find out, is air travel really getting worse?
Mayor Eric Adams' massive rezoning plan known as "City of Yes" cleared a major hurdle Thursday, passing key City Council committee votes, with some modifications. It can now move ahead to a full City Council vote.
A 9/11 memorial was vandalized inside a church in Midtown Manhattan on Wednesday, and police say the suspect is seen on video walking out with a piece of the artwork.
A Red Alert is in effect this morning as snow triggers winter weather alerts in the Tri-State Area.
Jodi Rell, who became Connecticut's second female governor when John Rowland resigned in a corruption scandal, has died at 78.
The weather is shifting and bringing much-needed rain to the Tri-State Area. There may even be snow in parts of New York.
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 Alert is in effect this morning as snow triggers winter weather alerts in the Tri-State Area.
CBS News New York's Dick Brennan went to JFK, LaGuardia and Newark Airport to find out, is air travel really getting worse?
A Woodbridge, New Jersey homeowner was arrested Thursday after investigators say he started a fire that damaged six homes, including his own.
The Justice Department says it found a pattern of misconduct and civil rights violations by the Trenton Police Department.
Burn bans in New Jersey have been lifted after significant rainfall in the state.
A Red Alert is in effect this morning as snow triggers winter weather alerts in the Tri-State Area.
A plan to regionalize some New York public school services has set off alarm bells among Long Island parents and educators.
The iconic Stella Ristorante in Floral Park, Long Island will close on Dec. 31 after 64 years in business.
The weather is shifting and bringing much-needed rain to the Tri-State Area. There may even be snow in parts of New York.
Dozens of Suffolk County homeowners are shocked after they say FEMA denied their requests for aid after storms caused devastating damage in August.
President-elect Donald Trump made the announcement Thursday evening after Matt Gaetz withdrew himself from consideration.
The suit claims McMahon and others at the WWE were aware of misconduct decades ago and negligent in failing to prevent it.
A plan to regionalize some New York public school services has set off alarm bells among Long Island parents and educators.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
Jodi Rell, who became Connecticut's second female governor when John Rowland resigned in a corruption scandal, has died at 78.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
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.
Chris Stapleton took home four Country Music Association Awards and hardly left the stage on Wednesday night, while an absent Morgan Wallen won the night's biggest prize, entertainer of the year.
The leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes for a music video has been stripped of his duties.
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.
Connor Zary scored midway through the third period to give the Calgary Flames a win over the New York Rangers on Thursday night.
Lucas Raymond scored with 51 seconds remaining and the Detroit Red Wings beat the New York Islanders on Thursday night.
The New Jersey Devils downed the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday night.
Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge was a unanimous pick to win his second American League Most Valuable Player Award in three seasons on Thursday.
The new soccer stadium across from Citi Field will be called Etihad Park, NYCFC and the United Arab Emirates airline announced.
Thursday marks exactly 60 years since the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge opened to much fanfare.
Nov. 29 is the last day for New York City restaurants to remove roadway dining sheds, which will now be seasonal under new regulations set by the City Council.
A new state-of-the-art trash system in NYCHA's Polo Grounds Towers in Harlem promises to tackle energy, rodent and recycling issues.
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.
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."
Tony Sadiku has the Tri-State area's updated Friday forecast on CBS News New York at 8 a.m.
Ramon Rivera is charged with three counts of murder. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Tony Sadiku has the Tri-State Area's updated Friday morning forecast on CBS News New York.
President-elect Donald Trump picked Florida's former attorney general Pam Bondi to lead the DOJ after Matt Gaetz withdrew his nomination. CBS News New York's Jarred Hill reports.
A Red Alert is in effect as it snows in parts of the Tri-State Area. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports from the Mobile Weather Lab.
