Gov. Hochul urges New Yorkers to get new COVID vaccine
The governor says nearly everyone should get the new vaccine, even if they never got the old one. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports on her briefing.
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The governor says nearly everyone should get the new vaccine, even if they never got the old one. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports on her briefing.
A major Pfizer pharmaceutical plant was severely damaged after a deadly tornado ripped through North Carolina on Wednesday.
The Brooklyn-founded pharmaceutical giant has now gotten rid of its collection of properties here except a less-than half-acre vacant lot next door to the school. It's a sore thumb, and sore point that has soured the longstanding relationship. CBS2's Hannah Kliger has the story from South Williamsburg.
The city is making the updated COVID-19 Pfizer vaccine available to children ages 6 months to 4 years old.
New COVID booster shots targeting the highly contagious Omicron variant could soon be available. The FDA has authorized Pfizer and Moderna shots. Nancy Chen reports for CBS2.
Federal health officials say thousands of updated booster shots are already being shipped around the country.
It's the only vaccine currently in this stage of development that could fight the tick-borne disease.
The CDC authorized the shots over the weekend and now they are available to roughly 20 million children in the U.S.
COVID vaccines for children as young as six months old are now available across New York City. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook speaks with parents to see their reactions.
With COVID vaccines now available for children under 5, we speak with an expert about safety and efficacy.
Mayor Eric Adams and Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan toured a site ahead of its opening in Times Square, reassuring parents the vaccines are safe and effective.
COVID vaccines for children as young as six months old are being made available across the city. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has more.
The city said it planned to start taking appointments for the Moderna and Pfizer shots starting at around 9 p.m. on Tuesday. CBS2's Natalie Duddridge reports.
The Pfizer and Moderna vaccines now head to the CDC for final approval.
If approved, kids could get shots as early as next week. CBS2's Natalie Duddridge has the latest.
The CDC says more than 440 children ages 4 and under have died from COVID during the pandemic.
The FDA is meeting today to decide whether to approve the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines for children as young as six months old.
It comes as the city's health commissioner says New York has passed the peak of a COVID wave.
Pfizer says three child-sized doses of its COVID vaccine produced a strong immune response in kids ages six months to five years.
The company says it'll give U.S. regulators the data soon. Moderna is already seeking U.S. clearance to vaccinate kids 5 and under.
The FDA commissioner says while COVID cases tend to be less severe in children, the Omicron wave saw more kids getting sick and being hospitalized.
The FDA says Paxlovid is 90% effective in preventing COVID hospitalization or death in high-risk patients.
Pfizer's antiviral pill was hailed as a miracle drug to treat COVID when it got emergency FDA approval in December, but demand appears to be lagging. CBS2's Tony Aiello explains why it isn't flying off pharmacy shelves as fast as you might expect.
As CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports, the FDA has authorized a second COVID booster shot for people over 50. But for anyone without insurance, the vaccine, as well as testing, could now cost you.
The FDA has authorized a second booster of Moderna or Pfizer as early as four months after receiving first one.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Flag Warning is in effect today across the entire Tri-State Area until 6 p.m.
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 crane accident in Montville, New Jersey turned a routine tree trimming job into a chaotic mess when the machine fell onto a house.
A plan to regionalize some public school services in New York state has set off alarm bells among many parents and educators on Long Island.
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.
Leaders in Nassau and Suffolk counties rolled out a strategy Monday to try and stop congestion pricing.
President-elect Donald Trump made the announcement Thursday evening after Matt Gaetz withdrew himself from consideration.
A plan to regionalize some public school services in New York state has set off alarm bells among many parents and educators on Long Island.
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.
New York City special education students are not getting the services they were promised, according to the United Federation of Teachers.
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."
Air travel this Thanksgiving is expected to reach a record high this year, but between the security lines at the airport and the seating on planes, it's hard to find someone who loves taking a flight. As part of our ongoing series "Question Everything," CBS News New York's Dick Brennan went to John F. Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia Airport and Newark International Liberty Airport to find out, is air travel really getting worse?
CBS News New York's John Elliott has your weather forecast for November 21 at 11 p.m.
A man was arrested Thursday after allegedly hitting a pedestrian and crashing into several other cars in the East Village.
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. CBS News New York's Lori Bordonaro spoke with the church's pastor and parishioners.
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. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman was in City Hall for the hearing.
