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NJ Weighs New Bullying Laws After Rutgers Suicide
The proposed changes have been in the works for months. But they're likely to get more attention in the wake of a Rutgers University student's suicide last month.
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The proposed changes have been in the works for months. But they're likely to get more attention in the wake of a Rutgers University student's suicide last month.
The helmets of high school football players around New Jersey will feature the number of paralyzed Rutgers player Eric LeGrand.
The recent death of a Rutgers University student has, in part, helped inspire people across the country to wear purple Wednesday.
Coach Greg Schiano said Sunday that LeGrand was resting in the intensive care unit at Hackensack University Medical Center. LeGrand is expected to remain hospitalized for the near future.
About 150 people gathered in Philadelphia on Sunday for a vigil for gay teenagers who have killed themselves recently following harassment due to their sexuality.
The investigation into a Rutgers student's suicide is heating up.
The Rutgers freshman's death is being felt across the country, especially in his tight-knit hometown, where a school-wide assembly will be held Thursday.
The outpouring of emotion over a student suicide at Rutgers University is spilling across the region Sunday night. Two candlelight vigils are planned for Sunday evening, as calls for justice and understanding grow louder.
A weekend of tributes and remembrances were planned for the Tyler Clementi, the Rutgers student who took his own life after an intimate moment with another male student was caught on a webcam.
The family of Tyler Clementi is speaking out for the first time, requesting privacy and thanking family, friends and the public for their "outpouring of emotion."
The two students accused of broadcasting a classmate's sexual encounter could face additional charges. Authorities are trying to determine whether bias played a role in the alleged crimes.
This might turn out to be one of the most basic lessons - civility, appropriate behavior, and how to talk with one another.
Rutgers University is teeming with a record number of freshmen, up 3 percent from last year.
New Jersey's medical marijuana advocates are working on pushing the state government to implement the new state law to legalize cannabis for people suffering from certain conditions.
A major street in New Brunswick will be closed Thursday night to accommodate hundreds attending an Orthodox Jewish rabbi's wedding.
Gov. Chris Christie says Rutgers University's leadership on his medical marijuana plan is "disjointed."
Gov. Chris Christie says Rutgers University's leadership on his medical marijuana plan is "disjointed."
Two New York City Police officers were injured in a shooting in Lower Manhattan Thursday afternoon, police sources said.
Swim legend Katie Ledecky earned her 13th Olympic medal in the women's 4 x 200m freestyle relay on Thursday, making her the most decorated female U.S. Olympian of all time.
Scoop up these must-have headphone deals just in time for all your back-to-school needs.
Discover some of the best portable monitors that can be used with your MacBook or Windows laptop.
Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter, stars of the "Bill & Ted" film trilogy, will reunite on the Great White Way in Samuel Beckett's "Waiting For Godot."
Two New York City Police officers were injured in a shooting in Lower Manhattan Thursday afternoon, police sources said.
Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter, stars of the "Bill & Ted" film trilogy, will reunite on the Great White Way in Samuel Beckett's "Waiting For Godot."
Dozens of emergency crews responded when part of a crane collapsed onto a building in Brooklyn.
Steven Schwally, the alleged drunk driver who killed four people by plowing his vehicle into a Long Island nail salon, now faces 28 felony charges.
NYC starts notifying families who made the Section 8 housing waiting list today after opening applications for the first time in nearly 15 years.
New York and New Jersey are in for a stretch of hazy, hot and humid weather, along with the threat of thunderstorms this weekend.
The NYC area is back under a heat advisory today, and it's expected to last for days. Plus, we're tracking pop-up showers.
You'll need to keep the umbrella handy the next several days, but just as we turn the page to August, we're turning up the heat.
New York and New Jersey will see rain showers early Monday, then again for the evening commute.
For Sunday, mostly sunny skies early will give way to increasing cloudiness by the afternoon and evening hours.
Three New Jersey residents tested positive for West Nile Virus, health officials said Thursday. It's the first cases of West Nile Virus in New Jersey so far this year.
New York and New Jersey are in for a stretch of hazy, hot and humid weather, along with the threat of thunderstorms this weekend.
New Jersey's ban on the AR-15 rifle is unconstitutional, but the state's cap on magazines over 10 rounds passes constitutional muster, a federal judge said Tuesday.
A woman has filed a lawsuit against a New Jersey funeral home after she says she recently discovered the remains of her father, who died over 30 years ago, were never buried.
The USDA has expanded the recall of some Boar's Head deli meats over concerns of a link to a deadly listeria outbreak.
Steven Schwally, the alleged drunk driver who killed four people by plowing his vehicle into a Long Island nail salon, now faces 28 felony charges.
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday announced $350 million in payments for moderate- and low-income residents.
A taxi driver was killed Tuesday after his vehicle was struck by a Long Island Rail Road train in Manorville.
Accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann made a brief appearance in court Tuesday as prosecutors turned more discovery over to the defense team.
You'll need to keep the umbrella handy the next several days, but just as we turn the page to August, we're turning up the heat.
A gag order put in place before former President Donald Trump's criminal trial will remain through his sentencing in September.
The Biden administration announced the release of three U.S. citizens from Russia, including Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva, as part of a complex 24-person prisoner swap.
New Jersey's ban on the AR-15 rifle is unconstitutional, but the state's cap on magazines over 10 rounds passes constitutional muster, a federal judge said Tuesday.
The Pentagon did not release details of the plea deal.
"I didn't know she was Black until a number of years ago when she happened to turn Black and now she wants to be known as Black," former President Donald Trump said.
The USDA has expanded the recall of some Boar's Head deli meats over concerns of a link to a deadly listeria outbreak.
Mount Sinai is now part of a national research team studying long COVID in Black and brown patients.
When Leila Ricks was born, one of her legs was shorter than the other. Doctors said she had a rare condition called fibular hemimelia.
Public health alert and multiple recalls issued after dangerous contaminant found in several brands of the spice.
The listeria outbreak linked to deli meat has sickened a dozen people in New York and is blamed for one death in New Jersey. So is it safe to eat?
Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter, stars of the "Bill & Ted" film trilogy, will reunite on the Great White Way in Samuel Beckett's "Waiting For Godot."
Co-founded by George Balanchine in 1948, New York City Ballet is considered one of the best dance companies in the world, and at 75 is catering to an increasingly younger audience.
The son of immigrant parents, who immersed himself in American culture growing up, built a career as a filmmaker with hits such as "Crazy Rich Asians" and "In the Heights," tapping into his own identity and translating stories of struggle and ambition to the screen.
Lawyers for singer Justin Timberlake claim their client was not intoxicated when he was arrested for driving while intoxicated in the Hamptons in June.
Legendary Billy Joel played his 150th and final concert at famed Madison Square Garden on Thursday night.
Swim legend Katie Ledecky earned her 13th Olympic medal in the women's 4 x 200m freestyle relay on Thursday, making her the most decorated female U.S. Olympian of all time.
The face-off between Simone Biles and Suni Lee marked the first time two gold medalists competed against each other in the event.
Matt Wallner's two-run home runs helped propel the Twins to an 8-3 win over the Mets on Wednesday.
DJ LeMahieu had a career-high six RBIs in the Yankees' 6-5 win over the Phillies on Wednesday.
The Jets' Aaron Rodgers and Garrett Wilson say a video showing them arguing on the sideline last week is no big deal.
Advocates say the creation of Bankside Park has taken years, and South Bronx residents haven't had access to the waterfront for nearly a century.
This year marks 20 years since a historic rezoning of Downtown Brooklyn led to massive changes in the landscape of the neighborhood.
Mount Sinai is now part of a national research team studying long COVID in Black and brown patients.
Small liquor store owners in New York City continue to push against the Bottle Bill for the next round of lawmaking.
The Harlem-based program the Doe Fund held a graduation ceremony this week for nearly 100 men who have overcome a variety of challenges through the "Ready, Willing and Able" program.
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."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
Two New York City Police officers were injured in a shooting in Lower Manhattan Thursday afternoon, police sources said. CBS New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
Part of a crane collapsed during a construction accident in Borough Park. Dan Rice reports from Chopper 2.
The federal reserve announced on Wednesday that interest rates will go unchanged this month but financial analysts signal a cut is on the horizon. Bankrate chief financial analyst, Greg McBride, joins CBS News New York to break down the decision.
The federal reserve announced on Wednesday that interest rates will go unchanged this month but financial analysts signal a cut is on the horizon. Bankrate chief financial analyst, Greg McBride, joins CBS News New York to break down the decision.
CBS News New York's John Elliott has your weekend forecast.