Nassau County officials warn of shark sightings, rough seas
Officials in Hempstead are warning beach goers about recent shark sightings and rough seas.
Officials in Hempstead are warning beach goers about recent shark sightings and rough seas.
CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff has more on the enhanced security measures at local beaches.
As the temperatures rise, Nassau County is expecting beaches to be packed.
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday announced more resources to monitor for sharks at Long Island state parks.
People trying to beat the heat at Rockaway Beach in Queens had to get out of the water Thursday after two shark sightings. CBS New York's Lori Bordonaro reports on the technology used to detect sharks.
Scientists want to get rid of fear and find the truth as they study shark biology and movement off Long Island.
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There will be eyes in the sky over New York City public beaches each and every day starting this weekend. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/44Wu5pv
This comes after several reports of shark bites and sightings at area beaches so far this summer.
CBS New York caught up with a man who says he was bitten by a shark at Rockaway Beach back in 2017. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3s8wU8e
Rockaway Beach has reopened to swimmers after a woman was bitten by a shark there Monday. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3s8wU8e
There's still no word on whether Rockaway Beach will be open to swimmers Wednesday after a woman was bitten by a shark Monday. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3qfm3Jn
According to TrackingSharks.com, as of July 17, there have been 25 shark bites in the United States this year, and five of them were on Long Island. One victim who was bitten on Fire Island on the Fourth of July is now speaking out. CBS New York's Doug Williams reports.
Gov. Kathy Hochul says there will also be increased funding to cover the cost of training and operating the drones.
More shark monitoring drones will be launched to help patrol the waters off Long Island.
Late Thursday, a 10-foot long shark was spotted at Long Island's Robert Moses State Park Beach. Part of the beach was closed to swimming. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports that the upticks in shark sightings and recent attacks are testing new shark surveillance technology. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3PL6O4Z
We speak with an expert about how to stay safe when you're in the water.
At least four people have been bitten by sharks this week off Long Island and officials are also sounding the alarm about rip currents. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
We speak with a shark researcher about the latest sightings off Long Island and his advice for boaters and beach goers.
Four apparent attacks in two days have beachgoers more than a little fearful. They're wondering how can they keep safe this swimming season. CBS New York's Dick Brennan reports.
Suffolk County authorities are keeping close watch on the water after more shark sightings and an attack Tuesday.
Authorities at Suffolk County beaches are keeping a close watch on the water after more shark sightings were reported Tuesday morning. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Marine experts said the great white sharks are making their annual migration from the Florida Keys to the northeast.
Marine experts said the great white sharks are making their annual migration from the Florida Keys to the northeast.
Hempstead is ramping up the shark patrol to keep beachgoers safe after a record number of shark sightings.
Bo Horvat had a goal and two assists, and the New York Islanders beat the Ottawa Senators on Thursday night.
The New Jersey Devils beat the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday night for their fourth win in five games.
The Buffalo Sabres beat Igor Shesterkin and the New York Rangers on Thursday night.
The drought in New Jersey is putting serious stress on two of the Garden State's top crops – blueberries and cranberries.
New York City will end its controversial debit card program for migrants.
New York City will end its controversial debit card program for migrants.
As work is being completed on a six-block stretch of the Ocean Parkway Greenway, cyclists say the rest of the bike path is overdue for upgrades.
A Bronx community is mourning the loss of Andre Beadle, a car enthusiast who died after he crashed his speeding car in Queens, according to police.
A desperate search is ongoing for a missing vulnerable adult from Roosevelt Island.
Prosecutors have called more than a dozen witnesses so far in the trial of Daniel Penny, the Marine veteran charged in the chokehold death of 30-year-old Jordan Neely on board the subway last year.
Connecticut election results show Vice President Kamala Harris won the state, and Sen. Chris Murphy was reelected, CBS News projects.
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A warming trend starts Monday around the NYC area, with record-breaking temperatures expected later this week.
The drought in New Jersey is putting serious stress on two of the Garden State's top crops – blueberries and cranberries.
Roads are closed around the Black Run Preserve in Evesham Township, New Jersey, as the Bethany Run wildfire burns.
Two New Jersey Democrats made history on Tuesday, but vote margins in the state are reasons for some concern.
Fire officials said the conditions in New Jersey are the driest they've seen in the history of their department.
As part of our #BetterTogether initiative, we are partnering for the third year with the Community Food Bank of New Jersey to help feed families this holiday season.
The owners of a Long Island rental home were sentenced to probation and community service Thursday in connection to a 2022 fire that killed two sisters.
Four years after the heartbreaking death of 8-year-old Thomas Valva, change is coming to the Suffolk County department blamed for ignoring repeated reports of abuse.
New York State Police say they are now conducting two investigations into Long Island State Trooper Thomas Mascia, who claimed he was shot in the leg while on the job last week.
New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand has won her bid for reelection against Republican challenger Mike Sapraicone, CBS News projects.
Democrat Laura Gillen has unseated Rep. Anthony D'Esposito in New York's 4th Congressional District, CBS News projects.
Longtime political operative Susie Wiles is known as a formidable, behind-the-scenes force.
Democrats have watched their margin of victory shrink in New York City in three consecutive general elections.
Giuliani got a tongue lashing Thursday in federal court after missing a deadline to turn over valuables to two election workers he defamed. He owes the women $148 million in damages.
Incumbent Republican Rep. Marc Molinaro has been defeated by Democratic challenger Josh Riley in New York's Congressional District 19 race, CBS News projects.
President Biden addressed the nation on the election results and the transition of power, with his predecessor set to return to the White House.
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.
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.
Staten Island's Wu-Tang Clan is being celebrated by the New York City Department of Transportation with limited edition "Wu-Tang Clan District" street signs.
Brooklyn rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine is one step closer to being released from jail after making a deal with federal prosecutors.
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, has died at 91, his family announced.
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine has been arrested in New York City for alleged violations of the conditions of supervised release that were set when he was sentenced several years ago to two years in prison in a racketeering case.
Teri Garr rose from being a background dancer in Elvis Presley movies to co-star in such favorites as "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie."
Bo Horvat had a goal and two assists, and the New York Islanders beat the Ottawa Senators on Thursday night.
The New Jersey Devils beat the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday night for their fourth win in five games.
The Buffalo Sabres beat Igor Shesterkin and the New York Rangers on Thursday night.
The Atlanta Hawks rallied late to beat the New York Knicks on Wednesday night.
Bo Horvat scored the only goal in a shootout and the New York Islanders rallied past the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday night.
As work is being completed on a six-block stretch of the Ocean Parkway Greenway, cyclists say the rest of the bike path is overdue for upgrades.
A Bronx resident says illegally parked RVs and abandoned vehicles have been an eyesore in his community for years.
PowerUP is a business competition started by the Brooklyn Public Library following economic turmoil in the wake of 9/11.
Harlem School of the Arts students designed and painted four new murals for Wollman Rink.
In the Queens neighborhood known as Little Guyana, preparations are underway for the community's annual Diwali festival.
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 Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for November 7 at 11 p.m.
Broadway honored Dame Maggie Smith on Thursday by dimming theater marquees in her memory. Smith died Sept. 27 at age 89.
Newly released video shows a close call for a New York Department of Transportation worker after a box truck side-swiped his parked vehicle on the side of I-81.
New York City is ending its controversial program that gives pre-paid debit cards to migrants who are staying in shelters without kitchen access.
Firefighters were busy battling wildfires across the Tri-State Area all day Thursday. CBS News New York's Lori Bordonaro spoke to a couple in Jackson Township, New Jersey who are counting their blessings.