Alarming rise in child fentanyl deaths nationwide
A Yale University professor found fentanyl deaths in kids under 5 jumped 590% from 2018 to 2021.
Tim McNicholas is an investigative reporter for CBS News New York.
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Tim prides himself on shining a light on injustice. He has won two regional Emmy Awards and earned earned seven regional Emmy nominations, including one for his investigation into an egregious case of nepotism and tax waste within the City of Chicago. His others stories have exposed horrid living conditions in government-subsidized apartment buildings and allegations of sexual abuse within public schools. Tim has also diligently covered some of the most important stories of the past decade, including the COVID-19 pandemic and the overturning of Roe V. Wade. Just months after starting with CBS New York, he quickly discovered that the site of deadly parking garage collapse in Lower Manhattan already had several open property violations dating back decades. He was once recognized as one of two finalists of the Associated Press' "Best Reporter" award in Indianapolis.
Originally from Chicago, Tim is loving life in his new home and is exploring New York City every chance he gets. He welcomes your suggestions on where the find the best pizza, which museums to explore and whether he should root for the Mets or the Yankees. He is also a classic rock fanatic who has played the drums since age 11.
A Yale University professor found fentanyl deaths in kids under 5 jumped 590% from 2018 to 2021.
Police sources tell us first responders administered Narcan to the children and it worked for at least one of them.
The state says Princeton Care Center did not comply with a law that requires 60 days notice before closing.
The council voted on whether to advance a plan to build an artificial turf field alongside a 19th century home.
Several tenants tell CBS New York investigative reporter Tim McNicholas they want to move back in ASAP.
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Horrid living conditions recently uncovered at a Plainfield apartment complex have exposed what some lawmakers call a loophole.
Currently, Way serves as New Jersey's secretary of state, a post she's held since 2018.
Civil rights activists say the data also shows worsening racial disparities.
On average, at least one water main break happens every day across the five boroughs.
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The mayor of Plainfield says it's "highly likely" a neighboring building will also be condemned.
Mayor Adrian Mapp says a neighboring building may have to be vacated as well.
CBS New York dug into inspection records and found the 235 violations date back to 2021.
The city deemed all 49 apartments in 501 W. Seventh St. unlivable. Tenants left in the lurch are demanding answers.