Rutgers renames center after late N.J. Lt. Gov. Sheila Y. Oliver
Family, friends and political leaders gathered at Rutgers University for the naming of a center in Sheila Y. Oliver's name.
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Family, friends and political leaders gathered at Rutgers University for the naming of a center in Sheila Y. Oliver's name.
She succeeds Sheila Oliver and said Friday she hopes to build on Oliver's towering legacy.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy formally named Tahesha Way the state's next lieutenant governor Friday.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy formally named Tahesha Way the state's next lieutenant governor Friday.
Currently, Way serves as New Jersey's secretary of state, a post she's held since 2018.
The county executive introduced a proposal to name the Division of Family Assistance and Benefits headquarters after Sheila Oliver.
The state funeral for New Jersey Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver was held at Newark's Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart.
New Jersey paid tribute to late Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver as she was laid to rest Saturday. Oliver broke barriers as the first Black woman to serve as lieutenant governor in the state. CBS New York's Christine Sloan was at the emotional memorial in Newark. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3qw0TGX
A funeral was held in Newark on Saturday for New Jersey Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3OPfQ01
Mourners gathered at the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart for Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver's funeral on Saturday. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
The state funeral for New Jersey Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver is being held Saturday in Newark, bringing an end to a three-day celebration of her life and legacy. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports from the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart.
Oliver, 71, spent much of her career in Newark before she broke barriers and became the first Black woman elected lieutenant governor.
The late lieutenant governor of New Jersey spent much of her career in Newark before she broke barriers, CBS New York's Christine Sloan reports.
The lieutenant governor is lying in state as part of a three-day celebration of life. CBS New York's Christine Sloan has the latest on how she's being remembered.
As we continue to mourn the late New Jersey lieutenant governor, we're hearing from some of the women she left a lasting mark on.
Oliver's casket will be moved to the historic Essex County Courthouse on Friday for another service.
People are paying their respects as New Jersey Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver lies in state at the statehouse rotunda. CBS New York's Christine Sloan reports on the three-day celebration of life. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3qni7WZ
A three-day celebration of life began Thursday for the lieutenant governor who died last week at the age of 71.
It's the start of a three-day celebration of life for Oliver, who died August 1 after being hospitalized for an undisclosed medical issue. CBS New York's John Dias has the details from Trenton.
The 71-year-old was the first Black woman to serve as Assembly speaker, and then, in 2017, as lieutenant governor.
The legacy of New Jersey's late lieutenant governor lives on. Sheila Oliver touched many lives before she died last week. She was the first Black woman to serve as assembly speaker and then as lieutenant governor in 2017. CBS New York's Christine Sloan spoke with a woman Oliver mentored about her lasting impact.
Oliver was the commissioner of the state's Department of Community Affairs, where she helped expand initiatives for affordable housing and homeless prevention.
Gov. Phil Murphy is commissioning an official portrait of Oliver that will hang in the New Jersey State House.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy spoke for the first time since the death of Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver.
Murphy signed an executive order lowering the United States and state flags to half staff.
Karl-Anthony Towns scored 25 points, Jalen Brunson had 20 and the Knicks erased an 18-point, fourth-quarter deficit and beat the Rockets 108-106 on Saturday.
Bryce Hopkins had 15 points and 10 rebounds as No. 17 St. John's breezed past Creighton 81-52 on Saturday
New York City is facing a blizzard warning for the first time since 2017, Hochul said.
Officials across the Philadelphia area are urging you not to drive on the roads during the upcoming blizzard warning.
With a potential blizzard coming to New York City, Mayor Zohran Mamdani gave an update on how the city is gearing up for the next snowstorm.
Bryce Hopkins had 15 points and 10 rebounds as No. 17 St. John's breezed past Creighton 81-52 on Saturday
New York City is facing a blizzard warning for the first time since 2017, Hochul said.
With a potential blizzard coming to New York City, Mayor Zohran Mamdani gave an update on how the city is gearing up for the next snowstorm.
A fight inside a Queens sports bar turned deadly when a man was shot and killed during the melee overnight, New York City police said.
Sweetbriar Nature Center has been working around the clock to save starving, freezing and injured animals amid the harsh winter weather.
A blizzard warning has been issued for New York City and the surrounding area as a major snowstorm develops along the coast.
Four people were arrested for a home invasion that shut down two schools in Fairfield, Connecticut Thursday morning.
Heavy rain will impact most of the New York and New Jersey area on Friday morning, with communities farther north seeing snow.
An air quality alert is in effect Wednesday for the second day for New York City and parts of the northern suburbs.
Accumulating snow will return to the New York City area Sunday evening into Monday morning.
Officials across the Philadelphia area are urging you not to drive on the roads during the upcoming blizzard warning.
Despite unanimous opposition from the mayor of Roxbury Township, New Jersey, and its town council, ICE will eventually open a detention center in town.
A police pursuit ended in a fatal crash in Middlesex County, New Jersey.
A blizzard warning has been issued for New York City and the surrounding area as a major snowstorm develops along the coast.
Tensions are high in Elizabeth, New Jersey, where some families say the school board is ignoring their concerns about increased ICE activity in the community.
New York City is facing a blizzard warning for the first time since 2017, Hochul said.
Sweetbriar Nature Center has been working around the clock to save starving, freezing and injured animals amid the harsh winter weather.
For the first time in 30 years, the Food and Drug Administration has approved a new treatment for an inoperable type of pancreatic cancer.
A blizzard warning has been issued for New York City and the surrounding area as a major snowstorm develops along the coast.
Police are investigating whether snowplow practices were properly followed after a crash killed a 50-year-old man on the Long Island Expressway.
With a potential blizzard coming to New York City, Mayor Zohran Mamdani gave an update on how the city is gearing up for the next snowstorm.
On Friday, President Trump signed a proclamation that would impose 10% tariffs on most foreign imports to the United States.
In New York City, water main breaks are a dime a dozen, especially during this time of year. But on a block in the Glendale section of Queens, it has been a case of Groundhog Day.
Despite unanimous opposition from the mayor of Roxbury Township, New Jersey, and its town council, ICE will eventually open a detention center in town.
President Trump signed an order that will impose 10% tariffs on imports from all countries, just hours after the Supreme Court struck down a different set of sweeping global tariffs.
For the first time in 30 years, the Food and Drug Administration has approved a new treatment for an inoperable type of pancreatic cancer.
NYSNA has reached a tentative contract agreement with NewYork-Presbyterian, signaling a potential end to the longest nurses strike in New York City history.
NYSNA ratified contracts with Montefiore and Mount Sinai, clearing the way for nurses to return to work Saturday after walking off one month ago.
The longest and largest nurses strike in New York City history is set to end after over three weeks as NYSNA says it has a tentative agreement.
Mount Sinai Health System and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield failed to reach a contract agreement by Dec. 31, which means about 9,000 physicians are no longer considered in-network.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
Springsteen is taking his "Land Of Hope And Dreams American Tour" nationwide starting in the spring.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert criticized CBS on Monday night, saying the network blocked his interview with U.S. Senate hopeful James Talarico from airing.
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
Karl-Anthony Towns scored 25 points, Jalen Brunson had 20 and the Knicks erased an 18-point, fourth-quarter deficit and beat the Rockets 108-106 on Saturday.
Bryce Hopkins had 15 points and 10 rebounds as No. 17 St. John's breezed past Creighton 81-52 on Saturday
Team USA could add more gold medals to its tally, including on Sunday when the U.S. men's hockey team takes on Team Canada.
The Nets went the first 8 1/2 minutes of the second quarter without a field goal during Friday night's 105-86 loss to the Thunder.
Cade Cunningham had 42 points and 13 assists to lead the Detroit Pistons to a 126-111 win over the New York Knicks on Thursday night.
Multiple rezonings in Queens are paving the way for tens of thousands of new units, but some residents worry about how it could affect their communities.
Residents and skate advocates clash over a proposed Mount Prospect Park skate facility, as city officials promise an updated design this spring.
A Brooklyn community is fighting to turn a forgotten landmark into a heritage center.
Edward R. Murrow High School's new boiler system cuts emissions while doubling as a hands-on sustainability lesson for students.
LUAR Creative Director Raul López says Lady Gaga's salsa-inspired dress in Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show was a moment of pride for Caribbeans and Latinos.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
Up to 2 feet of snow is possible south and east of New York City. Points north and west could see anywhere from 12 to 18 inches. CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has your latest forecast,
When nor'easters set up in the waters off New York City, Nassau and Suffolk counties tend to take a beating. CBS News New York's Naomi Ruchim has the story.
CBS News New York's Naomi Ruchim has more on preparations on Long Island and in New York City, and Andrew Ramos has the latest on the situation in New Jersey.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has a timeline of what to expect from Sunday morning until Monday afternoon.
The National Action Network gathered hundreds Sunday to remember a man we won't soon forget. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports.
