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Long Island nurse faces sentencing for forging fake COVID vaccine cards
The Amityville nurse practitioner admitted to forging COVID vaccine record cards for cash.
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The Amityville nurse practitioner admitted to forging COVID vaccine record cards for cash.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to explain more about the outbreak and how to stay healthy.
The research from Mount Sinai found that antibody response from the COVID vaccine is long lasting, instead of short term.
Thousands of schools are below a critical threshold to achieve herd immunity against measles, a CBS News investigation found.
Jeanette Breen administered the pellets as an alternative to vaccinations and then falsified their immunization records, the New York Health Department said.
Pediatrician Dr. Mondana Yazdi said testing for whooping cough is more complicated than you might think.
The vaccine is FDA approved and recommended for expectant moms at 32-36 weeks.
A new study finds pregnant women getting the COVID vaccine could see benefits not just for themselves but also for their babies. We spoke with a maternal fetal medicine physician to learn more.
Many people may have questions about the new COVID-19 vaccine that's now available. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to answer some of those questions.
It comes as the FDA and CDC approved the latest COVID vaccine booster for the fall months.
The CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older get the new booster, as cases and hospitalizations are now rising nationwide. CBS New York's Zinnia Maldonado has the details.
Dr. Céline Gounder shares what you need to know about protecting yourself from COVID, RSV and the flu in the season ahead.
The state's Department of Health says the change is "due to the changing landscape of the COVID-19 pandemic."
Melanoma is the most deadly form of skin cancer, but there's a promising new vaccine that may offer hope.
The federal COVID public health emergency declaration is set to expire tonight after three years. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
Rep. George Santos says he's trying to "bring more engagement into public policy" with a bill named after rapper Nicki Minaj.
It comes as the city lifts its COVID vaccine mandate for city workers that led to nearly 2,000 people losing their jobs. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has more on the response.
Now, the police and firefighters unions are calling to let members who refused to get vaccinated return to work. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
What message does this send as we leave the emergency phase of the pandemic? We speak with a professor of public health to find out.
COVID vaccinations will become optional for current and prospective employees starting Feb. 10.
The agency would determine each spring which strains to select for the fall season, CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
The decline was not accompanied by a rise in exemptions, the CDC says, suggesting many children could still catch up on their shots.
Gov. Kathy Hochul gave an update on the state's response to an uptick in RSV, flu and COVID.
Flu season started early this year and it's hitting patients hard.
Employees at private businesses and students who want to take part in extracurricular activities no longer need to be vaccinated against COVID. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has reaction to the changes.
The NYPD has revealed chilling new details in the killing of a beloved East Harlem salon owner. They say Vianel Garcia, 44, was killed by her own son, 22-year-old Miguel Duval, who faces second degree murder charges.
The U.S. Secret Service is facing mounting questions about the security flaws that allowed the shooter to fire from a rooftop near the rally.
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Heat-related cancellations and delays continued Thursday on NJ Transit lines, prompting anger from riders.
The NYPD has revealed chilling new details in the killing of a beloved East Harlem salon owner. They say Vianel Garcia, 44, was killed by her own son, 22-year-old Miguel Duval, who faces second degree murder charges.
Run-DMC's Darryl McDaniels will headline this weekend's free SummerStage concert at Flushing Meadows-Corona Park in Queens.
After several days of searing, summer heat, we've finally got some good news for the Tri-State Area, weather-wise.
A funeral is being held Thursday for NYPD recruit Edgar Ordonez, who died last week after he collapsed during training in the Bronx.
New York City police say officers shot a man who was wielding a machete late Wednesday night in the Mott Haven section of the Bronx.
After several days of searing, summer heat, we've finally got some good news for the Tri-State Area, weather-wise.
New York and New Jersey coped with another day of excessive heat and humidity Wednesday, as well as severe weather.
Severe weather moved through parts of the Tri-State Area amid another heat wave Tuesday, causing widespread damage.
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.
The First Alert Weather Team has issued a Red Alert through Wednesday due to excessive heat and humidity in New York City, New Jersey and the entire Tri-State Area.
Heat-related cancellations and delays continued Thursday on NJ Transit lines, prompting anger from riders.
After several days of searing, summer heat, we've finally got some good news for the Tri-State Area, weather-wise.
Sen. Bob Menendez is refuting reports that he's planning to resign after he was convicted on federal bribery charges.
Pressure is mounting on convicted felon Bob Menendez to resign from the U.S. Senate, but not everyone thinks he will.
New York and New Jersey coped with another day of excessive heat and humidity Wednesday, as well as severe weather.
New York's next offshore wind farm, Sunrise Wind, will be seven times bigger than its first one.
Officials in Hempstead are warning beach goers about recent shark sightings and rough seas.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman signed a a controversial transgender athlete ban Monday which passed last month by the Nassau County legislature along party lines.
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.
The First Alert Weather Team has issued a Red Alert through Wednesday due to excessive heat and humidity in New York City, New Jersey and the entire Tri-State Area.
The U.S. Secret Service is facing mounting questions about the security flaws that allowed the shooter to fire from a rooftop near the rally.
Heat-related cancellations and delays continued Thursday on NJ Transit lines, prompting anger from riders.
Former President Donald Trump is slated to accept the GOP's nomination for president on the fourth and last day of the Republican National Convention.
Ohio Sen. JD Vance delivered a speech on the third night of the Republican National Convention and accepted the party's nomination for vice president.
Sen. Bob Menendez is refuting reports that he's planning to resign after he was convicted on federal bribery charges.
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.
Nationwide, the CDC says the COVID virus level in wastewater is now "high" for the first time since last winter.
A first responder on Long Island is said to be the first in the country, outside a clinical trial, to undergo a life-saving surgery for peripheral artery disease.
Tahjana Lewis suffered burns to her chest, arms and legs, according to a recent lawsuit the Connecticut woman filed.
Run-DMC's Darryl McDaniels will headline this weekend's free SummerStage concert at Flushing Meadows-Corona Park in Queens.
Nominations for the 76th annual Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday, with "Shōgun," "The Bear," "Hacks," "Only Murders in the Building" and "Baby Reindeer" all earning multiple major nods. See the full list of nominees for the 2024 ceremony here.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer dismissed the case with prejudice based on the misconduct of police and prosecutors.
Josef Martínez scored two second-half goals to help CF Montreal rally for a 2-2 tie with the New York Red Bulls.
Mounsef Bakrar and Talles Magno each scored a second-half goal to help New York City FC rally and play Atlanta United to a 2-2 tie.
Argentina won its second straight Copa America championship, overcoming Lionel Messi's second-half leg injury to beat Colombia 1-0 on Lautaro Martínez's 112th-minute goal.
Fans appeared to breach the security gates at Hard Rock Stadium hours before the Copa America final between Argentina and Colombia.
Michael Toglia hit three of the Rockies' six homrs in an 8-5 win over the Mets on Sunday.
It's a tradition that dates back to 1887. Worshippers in Brooklyn paraded through the streets, a beloved Italian tradition.
Yehuda Beinin said his daughter was held in two different homes in Gaza for 54 days.
The New York City Department of Environmental Protection is installing seven miles of porous pavement in Brooklyn.
CBS New York first reported in April that drivers were illegally parking cars in a grassy area alongside a bike lane under the Queensboro Bridge. Since then, community members say they've seen little improvement.
Mayor Eric Adams' rezoning proposal, dubbed "City of Yes," sparked debate at a lengthy public hearing Wednesday.
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 funeral is being held today for NYPD recruit Edgar Ordonez, who died last week after he collapsed during training in the Bronx. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge has a look at how he's being remembered.
CBS New York's John Elliott says the heat wave is over. Thursday and Friday will feature temperatures in the mid-80s, with low humidity.
Riders voiced their frustrations on Thursday as they waited at the Secaucus Junction train station. CBS New York's Christine Fan reports.
Police say the shooting happened after officers responded to a domestic disturbance at a luxury building in Mott Haven late Wednesday night. CBS New York's John Dias reports.
Darryl "DMC" McDaniels from the iconic hip-hop group Run-DMC joins CBS New York to talk about his free show in Queens, mental health, and his new cookie business.