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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 6m

The race for New Jersey governor is taking a nasty turn as Republican Jack Ciattarelli says he's filing a defamation lawsuit against Democrat Mikie Sherrill. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan breaks down this escalating war of words.

Ciattarelli to sue Sherrill over opioid death claims in New Jersey gubernatorial debate, campaign says

Jack Ciattarelli plans to sue his opponent, Rep. Mikie Sherrill, over claims she made during their debate Wednesday, his campaign says.

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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 41m

Tuesday was the first day since the shutdown began that air traffic controllers started receiving partial paychecks. Natalie Duddridge reports. https://cbsloc.al/4olih9I

Air traffic controllers union warns travelers at LaGuardia Airport the government shutdown is taking a toll

Members of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association handed out flyers Tuesday morning at airports across the country.

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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 1h

Sources tell CBS News New York Adams, a moderate Democrat, is considering backing Andrew Cuomo, even though he has frequently criticized the former governor. Marcia Kramer reports. https://cbsloc.al/479iR3p

Eric Adams considering endorsing Andrew Cuomo in NYC mayor's race, sources say

New York City Mayor Eric Adams tells CBS News New York he's planning to use his clout as the 110th mayor of New York to help pick his successor, and it definitely won't be Zohran Mamdani.

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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 1h

The collection of political cartoons, comic books and original artwork are linked by Puerto Rico; either the creators and characters are from there, or the stories are about the island.

New York Public Library exhibit highlights Puerto Ricans in comic books

As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to an end, we're sharing the stories and culture of Puerto Rico through the lens of comic books. CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado takes us to a bilingual exhibit at the New York Public Library.

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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 1h

D'Angelo's family says he died Tuesday after a battle with cancer, calling him a "shining star of our family" whose light will be deeply missed.

Grammy-winning R&B singer D'Angelo dies at 51

The music world is mourning the loss of one of R&B's most distinctive voices. D'Angelo has died at just 51 years old. CBS News New York's Alecia Reid takes a look back at the legacy of an artist whose voice and vision reshaped modern R&B.

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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 2h

#Breaking: MGM Yonkers has abruptly withdrawn its Empire City casino license bid. https://cbsloc.al/4nVDQha

MGM Yonkers abruptly withdraws bid for downstate casino license

The move leaves just three bids remaining for the three gaming licenses to be awarded later this year.

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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 5h

New Jersey's voter registration deadline is here, with just weeks until Election Day. See how to check your status.

New Jersey's voter registration deadline is today for the 2025 general election

The New Jersey governor election is coming up on Nov. 4, and today is the last day to register to change your registration status.

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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 6h

The government shutdown is making the nationwide air traffic controller shortage even worse, the union warns.

Air traffic controllers union warns travelers at LaGuardia Airport the government shutdown is taking a toll

Members of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association handed out flyers Tuesday morning at airports across the country.

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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 6h

"We are eternally grateful for the legacy of extraordinarily moving music he leaves behind," the family said. >> https://cbsloc.al/3WD8dwM

CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 7h

The Wilson family say they hope the lawsuit will highlight the need for safety regulations at daycare facilities. Alecia Reid reports. https://cbsloc.al/4925eoY

Parents of NYC toddler who drowned at Bronx day care file suit after waiting months for answers

Two months after a toddler drowned in a Bronx day care's pool, her family says they're still waiting for answers, accountability and action.

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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 8h

A court will hold a conference Tuesday on whether or not Pedro Hernandez, the man convicted in the 1979 disappearance of 6-year-old Etan Patz in New York, will be released or face a new trial -- and when that might happen. https://cbsloc.al/3WBJMQl

Court considers whether man whose conviction in Etan Patz case was overturned should be released

Pedro Hernandez was convicted in the 1979 disappearance of Patz in New York City after two trials, but his conviction was overturned in July.

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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 10h

The nor'easter that soaked the NYC area Sunday and Monday brought more than 4 inches of rainfall and winds above 60 mph for some of the region. See the highest totals.

See how much rain fell around NYC during the nor'easter and who saw the highest winds

A nor'easter that soaked the NYC area Sunday and Monday brought more than 4 inches of rainfall and winds above 60 mph.

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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 11h

Alec Baldwin says he was trying to avoid a garbage truck when he crashed his wife's SUV into a tree Monday on Long Island.

Alec Baldwin says he swerved to avoid garbage truck before Hamptons crash

Alec Baldwin says he was trying to avoid a garbage truck "the size of a whale" when he crashed into a tree Monday on Long Island.

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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 19h

Flushing Meadows Corona Park infrastructure is neglected and failing, study finds https://cbsloc.al/3WAIF3n

Flushing Meadows Corona Park infrastructure neglected and failing, study finds

Flushing Meadows Corona Park has been too long overlooked, according to a report citing years of underfunding.

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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 20h

Alec Baldwin crashes car into tree on Long Island, actor says https://cbsloc.al/4n1dTLO

Alec Baldwin crashes car into tree on Long Island, actor says

Baldwin said he got into the accident after a garbage truck pulled in front of him in East Hampton.

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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 20h

New York Attorney General Letitia James received a standing ovation at rally for Zohran Mamdani in her 1st appearance since her indictment. https://cbsloc.al/48nWmdb

New York AG Letitia James gets standing ovation at Mamdani rally in 1st appearance since federal indictment

James spoke at a campaign rally for mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani in her first public appearance since the Justice Department charged her with bank fraud.

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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 22h

Scalp cooling treatment can help with chemotherapy-induced alopecia, researchers say. https://cbsloc.al/4n8IXJN

Scalp cooling treatment can help with chemotherapy-induced alopecia, researchers say

Chemotherapy-induced alopecia is one of the most common and distressing side effects of chemotherapy. Scalp cooling is a treatment helping with hair loss.

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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 22h

The quinceañera tradition evolves in Queens as families add their own spin. https://cbsloc.al/4nPdQUw

Quinceañera tradition evolves as Queens families add their own spin

The quinceañera tradition started centuries ago in Latin America. CBS News New York's Elle McLogan reports.

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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 23h

"We're still having a good time. We enjoyed the people that came from Italy. What are we supposed to do? We couldn't do it now, but we'll do it here as one big happy family," Maria Scaduto said. Natalie Duddridge reports. https://cbsloc.al/4790wDr

NYC's annual Columbus Day Parade canceled due to nor'easter

New York City's annual Columbus Day Parade has been canceled for 2025 while the city is under a state of emergency.

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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 23h

The U.S.-led plan is sending shockwaves around the world and across New York, with the city's mayoral candidates reacting. Marcia Kramer reports. https://cbsloc.al/3W3UM8U

Release of hostages reverberates in NYC mayor's race. Here's how the candidates are reacting.

The U.S.-led plan is sending shockwaves across New York as the Israel-Hamas war has played an outsized role in New York City politics.

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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 1d

High tide brought street flooding to Freeport, but recent upgrades are credited with keeping the situation from being even worse. Jennifer McLogan and Carolyn Gusoff have team coverage of the nor'easter on Long Island. https://cbsloc.al/436LDjO

High tide brings coastal flooding to parts of Long Island

A nor'easter that's bearing down on the NYC area continues to cause flooding concerns today for Long Island and New Jersey.

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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 1d

The nor'easter blew a solar panel off the top of a parking structure in Brooklyn before it fatally struck a 76-year-old woman on the sidewalk.

NYC woman killed by flying solar panel during nor'easter

Shocking videos obtained exclusively by CBS News New York show the wind carrying the massive solar panel away from a parking lot and falling onto her head.

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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 1d

The Broadway League is still negotiating with unions representing actors, stage managers and musicians, but a strike is on the table. https://cbsloc.al/3KMJzqW

Broadway musicians authorize strike if union negotiations fail

Negotiations continue between the Broadway League and unions representing actors, stage managers and musicians, but a strike is still on the table.

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CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 1d

It's not yet known if the accident is weather-related, but it happened during the stormy commute >> https://cbsloc.al/4nJ9jDb

CBS News New York @cbsnewyork.bsky.social · 1d

Jewish New Yorkers celebrate Gaza peace plan as they watch videos of hostages being released https://cbsloc.al/4nJ7dTP

Jewish New Yorkers celebrate Gaza peace plan as they watch videos of hostages being released

On Broadway near 76th Street, posters of the 20 hostages released from Hamas captivity now display the handwritten word "home."

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