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Putin puts Russia's nuclear forces on alert as Ukraine fight continues
The order means Putin has ordered Russia's nuclear weapons prepared for increased readiness to launch.
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The order means Putin has ordered Russia's nuclear weapons prepared for increased readiness to launch.
The war in Ukraine is deeply troubling for children in New York who have loved ones in danger there; CBS2's Dave Carlin reports.
New Yorkers continue to stand in solidarity with Ukraine. CBS2's Thalia Perez spoke with residents who are terrified and becoming increasingly worried about their loved ones still living in Ukraine.
Ukrainian troops are holding strong as Russian tanks close in on the capital city of Kyiv; CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
Educators and parents know they cannot shield children from the sadness, fear and anger of the situation.
The situation overseas is deeply troubling for children in New York who are from Ukraine and have loved ones in danger there. CBS2's Dave Carlin went to Saturday classes at a Ukrainian school in Brooklyn to see how their needs are being handled.
As Russian troops continue to invade, Ukrainian defense forces are putting up a fight, slowing Russia's advancement; CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
New Yorkers stood in solidarity with Ukraine as rallies across the city Saturday.
Hundreds of people packed the streets, speaking out against Russia's invasion.
New Yorkers continued to stand in solidarity with Ukraine on Saturday.
Ukraine is maintaining control of its capital as Russia threatens to rev up attacks; Michael George reports for CBS2.
Ukraine's president has refused to evacuate the city and urged Ukrainians to stand firm in the fight. CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky appeals to the West to take tougher action against Vladimir Putin as air raid sirens go off again in Kyiv.
Similar demonstrations are being held around the world.
Protests angry at Russia's decision to invade Ukraine gathered in large numbers in Times Square on Friday night.
"Every time they fall asleep for 15 minutes, they get woken up by a bomb or by a siren," Mike Lisitsa said.
So many in the Tri-State Area are holding out hope for loved ones in Ukraine. CBS2's Cory James spoke with two men from New Jersey who say their relatives are running out of supplies while trying to stay sheltered from the violence.
With the fate of their country uncertain, tens of thousands of Ukrainians are fleeing as Russia's full-scale invasion continues; CBS2's Dick Brennan reports.
Jones is now counting the hours until he is reunited with his family in the U.S.
A New Jersey man is recounting his remarkable story of fleeing the impending violence in Ukraine. Now, the professional basketball player is counting the hours until he can reunite with his family; CBS2's Meg Baker reports.
The number of people killed in Ukraine is rising as Russian troops continue to advance across the country; CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
It's estimated there are more than 100,000 children in orphanages in Ukraine. CBS2's Alice Gainer spoke with one American man who runs two there. He's afraid the government will cut off funding and they'll run out of food and medicine.
His main concern is getting supplies like food and medicine to the two orphanages his nonprofit supports.
New York City's Ukrainian community continues to band together as they witness tragedy unfold in their homeland. Friday, they were joined by elected leaders and others who stood in solidarity; CBS2's Andrea Grymes reports.
The Ukrainian community in and around New York City continued to band together Friday as tragedy unfolds.
President Biden said it's been the privilege of his life to serve the country for over 50 years.
Palestinian youth held a news conference at a community center in New Jersey condemning Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to the United States Wednesday.
President Joe Biden intervened Wednesday after NJ Transit's negotiations with the union representing engineers stalled.
A potential explosive device was found outside a Harlem police station house Wednesday afternoon.
Veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers said Wednesday the Jets' goal this season is reaching the Super Bowl.
A potential explosive device was found outside a Harlem police station house Wednesday afternoon.
Veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers said Wednesday the Jets' goal this season is reaching the Super Bowl.
Tom Thibodeau, a two-time coach of the year, agrees to three-year contract extension with Knicks.
Billy Joel performs the last concert of his MSG residency this week in NYC. See how to get tickets, and how much they're going to cost you.
As the internet buzzes about Kamala Harris and her "brat summer," NYC Mayor Eric Adams has some advice for the likely Democratic nominee: Be herself.
Another day means another round of showers for the New York City area, but there's hope around the corner.
NYC's unsettled weather continues today, with rain showers in the forecast through Thursday.
Lawmakers in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut are flocking to Vice President Kamala Harris' side.
New York's weather calls for a cloudy day Monday, with rising humidity and increasing shower chances.
Humidity levels will climb and temperatures will reach the mid to upper 80s in the Tri-State Area on Sunday.
Palestinian youth held a news conference at a community center in New Jersey condemning Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to the United States Wednesday.
President Joe Biden intervened Wednesday after NJ Transit's negotiations with the union representing engineers stalled.
Veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers said Wednesday the Jets' goal this season is reaching the Super Bowl.
Another day means another round of showers for the New York City area, but there's hope around the corner.
A driver who was fleeing police in Essex County, New Jersey, died after crashing into several other vehicles Tuesday.
Jacqueline Franchetti has been trying to get "Kyra's Law" passed for eight years, but keeps running into Albany roadblocks.
The Jets will hold their first training camp workouts on Wednesday in Florham Park, New Jersey.
A small plane crashed Monday at MacArthur Airport on Long Island, killing pilot Christopher Kucera and his passenger, Zachary Hatcher.
Here's what New York leaders are saying about President Joe Biden's decision to end his reelection bid.
Humidity levels will climb and temperatures will reach the mid to upper 80s in the Tri-State Area on Sunday.
President Biden said it's been the privilege of his life to serve the country for over 50 years.
Thousands of protesters descended on Washington, chanting "Free, Free Palestine," and some tried to block streets ahead of Netanyahu's speech.
As the internet buzzes about Kamala Harris and her "brat summer," NYC Mayor Eric Adams has some advice for the likely Democratic nominee: Be herself.
New bus routes are coming to Queens, and riders have a chance to weigh in on the plan tonight. Here's why it's facing pushback.
The Israeli prime minister's address comes at a fraught time in U.S. politics and as he faces domestic and international pressure over the war in Gaza.
State records show the fund is facing a projected shortfall of $3 billion, and that shortfall is impacting the children.
At least seven people in New York have been sickened in a listeria outbreak linked to deli meats.
A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters.
Physical effects of heat waves, like heat stroke, are widely known. But scientists are now sounding the alarm on psychological consequences of extremely high temperatures.
At least two cases of measles have been found in people staying at a New York City-run shelter for migrants in Brooklyn.
Billy Joel performs the last concert of his MSG residency this week in NYC. See how to get tickets, and how much they're going to cost you.
An album of dark songs recorded in a bedroom at his rented farmhouse in 1982, reflecting the upheaval in his life in-between "The River" and "Born in the U.S.A.," helped solidify Springsteen's status as one of music's most soulful voices.
A new sculpture featuring the likeness of one of hip-hop's first DJs plays a specially curated mix, powered by solar panels.
Prosecutors have been preparing to retry the disgraced movie mogul since the New York Court of Appeals overturned his 2020 rape conviction.
The Kennedy Center named its 2024 Honorees Thursday morning. They include Harlem's historic Apollo Theater, the first institution to ever receive the honor.
Veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers said Wednesday the Jets' goal this season is reaching the Super Bowl.
Tom Thibodeau, a two-time coach of the year, agrees to three-year contract extension with Knicks.
The IOC also voted on Wednesday to name the French Alps as the host of the 2030 Winter Games.
Jeff McNeil kept up his sudden power surge with a two-run homer that snapped a sixth-inning tie, and the New York Mets held off the New York Yankees 3-2 in their Subway Series opener.
All eyes will be on quarterback Daniel Jones when the Giants open training camp on Wednesday in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
The Fordham Business Improvement District in the Bronx said they're offering 10 businesses security improvement grants of up to $1,500 to fortify their shops.
Queens resident Lou Harris is on a mission to make the sport of surfing more inclusive.
City Parks Foundation's Coastal Classrooms is providing educational programs for middle school students.
The situation for a NYCHA tenant has gone from bad to worse after ankle-deep water inundated her Brooklyn apartment during a storm.
A new sculpture featuring the likeness of one of hip-hop's first DJs plays a specially curated mix, powered by solar panels.
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.
A driver who was fleeing police in Essex County died after crashing into several other vehicles Tuesday.
President Joe Biden addressed the nation Wednesday night for the first time since dropping out of the presidential race. CBS New York's Dick Brennan and political reporter Marcia Kramer discuss his remarks.
Billy Joel will end his storied residency at Madison Square Garden with a sold-out show Thursday night. As CBS New York's Dave Carlin reports, the special night is attracting fans young and old from all over the world.
Some Scouts from New York were ready to do their duty and help save a life when someone suffered a medical emergency on a cross-country flight. CBS New York's Tony Aiello reports.
After a spate of close calls on airport runways, the union for air traffic controllers has reached a deal with the Federal Aviation Administration to ensure more rest time. CBS New York investigative reporter Tim McNicholas has the details.