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Federal health officials are re-evaluating long-standing covid-19 guidance. All while scientists track the rise of NB.1.8.1 — a newly emerged strain raising fresh questions here in the U.S. Dr. Mallika Marshall helps us make sense of the headlines.
As the Trump administration moves to limit COVID booster vaccines for some, here's what to know about the latest variant NB.1.8.1 and its symptoms.
Authorities in Hong Kong say COVID-19 levels are the worst in at least a year.
TransUnion, one of the three major credit bureaus, found that one in five student loan borrowers is at risk of defaulting.
Saturday marks five years since New York City announced citywide lockdowns due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Tuesday marks five years since the World Health Organization declared the COVID-19 pandemic. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis spoke with doctors and a patient who battled the illness.
COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic five years ago, when offices emptied, schools went virtual and social gatherings were canceled. How do Americans feel about its impact today?
How the World Health Organization is responding after the United States dropped out, why a teenager stayed awake during his heart surgery, looking at those suffering from long COVID five years after the beginning of the pandemic, and the ongoing measles outbreak in Texas.
New research from Mount Sinai is revealing who may be more likely to suffer from the lingering symptoms of "long COVID."
Flu season has arrived with the holidays, and with cases of flu, RSV and COVID on the rise, what can you do about it? CBS News New York's Dave Carlin got answers from health experts.
But what kind of sickness do your symptoms point to? Here's a breakdown for COVID-19, flu and more — and why testing is so important.
There were dueling calls Thursday for investigations between Andrew Cuomo and the House subcommittee investigating deaths in New York nursing homes during the pandemic.
Daniel Arbeeny filed a federal wrongful death lawsuit against Cuomo two years ago. However, a judge dismissed the case on Monday. Her reason for doing so has not yet been released. CBS News New York's Maurice Dubois reports.
A federal judge dismissed the lawsuit over COVID deaths in nursing homes filed against former Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
The government has already disbursed more than 900 million free at-home COVID-19 tests, and will be reopening its free test kit portal.
Dr. Jay Varma, New York City's former senior health advisor, is admitting he ignored the COVID-19 policies he insisted New Yorkers follow.
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo testified before Congress about his administration's handling of the COVID pandemic.
A House committee's findings accuse Cuomo of making false statements to cover up the numbers of deaths. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
More people in New York just got access to COVID vaccines thanks to a new executive order from Gov. Kathy Hochul. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis has what you need to know.
Tested positive for COVID in 2024? Here's what to know about isolation, testing, new vaccines and more.
The updated COVID-10 shots for fall 2024 are rolling out earlier than last year.
School District 3 on the Upper West Side has received washers and dryers from an anonymous N.J. school.
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday announced a new program that will help rebuild New York's COVID-decimated workforce.
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday announced a program called Career Pathways Training, which will provide funding to recruit and train thousands of much-needed workers. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
Mount Sinai is now part of a national research team studying long COVID in Black and brown patients.
Rain couldn't put a damper on Brooklyn's Juneteenth parade. The community danced and marched from Gotham Health Center to Gershwin Park in East New York.
Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband were killed, and state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife were wounded in politically motivated shootings overnight, Gov. Tim Walz said Saturday. Authorities have also identified a suspect who is still at large.
Iran retaliated for a second night Saturday as explosions lit the night skies over Jerusalem and Tel Aviv.
President Trump is set to deliver remarks at the 250th Anniversary of the U.S. Army Grand Military Parade and Celebration, an event he envisioned.
New York lost at Citi Field for the first time since May 28 and dropped to 27-8 at home.
Rain couldn't put a damper on Brooklyn's Juneteenth parade. The community danced and marched from Gotham Health Center to Gershwin Park in East New York.
A protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn will be removed due to safety concerns, Mayor Eric Adams says.
A judge has blocked Mayor Eric Adams from letting federal immigration authorities reopen an office at Rikers Island.
A Bronx high school student is pushing to pass a bill that would require closed captions in movie theaters across the state.
As the manager of Dollar Universe LLC, Luis Almonte said the mystery is part of the fun for many shoppers.
Prosecutors dismissed a felony charge against a man accused of conspiring in the murder of Jennifer Dulos, the Connecticut mother of five who vanished six years ago.
Another air quality alert has been issued for the Tri-State Area, this time for central and southern New Jersey.
An air quality alert is in effect Thursday for NYC, Long Island, and part of New Jersey due to smoke from the Canadian wildfires.
Heavy rain and thunderstorms may lead to some localized flooding today around the NYC area.
NYC and the surrounding area face some cool, rainy weather to start the week. Then, highs could hit the 90s on Thursday.
Four detainees escaped when tensions boiled over at the ICE facility known as Delaney Hall in Newark, the Department of Homeland Security said.
Another air quality alert has been issued for the Tri-State Area, this time for central and southern New Jersey.
"No Kings" protests against the Trump administration are taking place in and around NYC on Saturday.
A wildfire has erupted in a part of Wharton State Forest in Shamong Township, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service says.
A small crowd of people gathered outside Delaney Hall in Newark, N.J. to demonstrate over allegations of poor conditions.
A cat who disappeared nearly a decade ago in Queens has been reunited with his owners.
"No Kings" protests against the Trump administration are taking place in and around NYC on Saturday.
The Nassau County DA's office is looking to identify potential victims who may have been secretly recorded inside a Long Island sleep center's bathrooms.
Video allegedly shows ICE agents taking a Hispanic U.S. citizen into custody in Nassau County.
Emergency vehicles are on the scene of a crash on the Southern State Parkway in North Babylon.
Iran retaliated for a second night Saturday as explosions lit the night skies over Jerusalem and Tel Aviv.
President Trump is set to deliver remarks at the 250th Anniversary of the U.S. Army Grand Military Parade and Celebration, an event he envisioned.
A judge says the Trump administration can detain Columbia activist Mahmoud Khalil for allegedly lying on his green card application — after ruling he can't be jailed for foreign policy reasons.
A day after the final debate in the Democratic primary race for NYC mayor, Brad Lander and Zohran Mamdani cross-endorsed each other.
Four detainees escaped when tensions boiled over at the ICE facility known as Delaney Hall in Newark, the Department of Homeland Security said.
Terminally ill New Yorkers would have the legal ability to end their own lives with pharmaceutical drugs under a bill that's been approved by the New York state Legislature.
Passing nurses Sabrina Castle and Gianna Formisano saved the life of Merryl Hoffman when she experienced a sudden cardiac arrest.
A measles case has been confirmed in Putnam County, N.Y., and health officials have a warning for some who visited Arturo's Tavern in Mahopac.
The CDC dropped a broad recommendation for all children to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Some fish caught in New York lakes and rivers may be unsafe to eat due to elevated levels of chemicals known as PFAS, state health officials announced Thursday.
Kanye West showed up at the trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs on Friday in New York City.
An ex-girlfriend of Sean "Diddy" Combs testified Thursday for the sixth day in his sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy trial.
Harvey Weinstein's retrial in New York took another dramatic turn when the judge declared a mistrial on the last undecided charge.
Harvey Weinstein's retrial in New York isn't over yet. Jurors are resuming deliberations after reaching only a partial verdict.
Weinstein was convicted of one of two counts of criminal sexual assault. The jury told the judge they hadn't reached a verdict on the third degree rape charge.
New York lost at Citi Field for the first time since May 28 and dropped to 27-8 at home.
Carlos Narváez hit a walk-off RBI single off the wall in the 10th inning and the Boston Red Sox rallied to beat the New York Yankees 2-1 on Friday night.
New York completed a three-game sweep to finish 6-0 against the Royals this season.
New York City (8-6-4) scored three goals in a five-minute span for the first time in club history.
The Mets have won six straight to improve to an MLB-best 45-24.
A Bronx high school student is pushing to pass a bill that would require closed captions in movie theaters across the state.
As the manager of Dollar Universe LLC, Luis Almonte said the mystery is part of the fun for many shoppers.
At a historic Jewish community center, Jewish and Asian neighbors are building bridges through shared programming and a new tradition: A street festival called "Shalom Dragon."
A Brooklyn eatery has joined a borough-wide food tour spotlighting Black-owned businesses.
The proposal includes 7,700 housing units and infrastructure upgrades.
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.
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.
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.
Tony Award-winner Sarah Jones and artistic director Reg E. Gaines share more about the festival, which returned for its 23rd season.
Food and firehouse camaraderie are huge parts of FDNY culture. So who better to ask for gilling tips than New York City's bravest?
The "ThrillerFest" book conference in Manhattan will include authors Sara DiVello, John Grisham, James Patterson and more.
BMX athlete Nigel Sylvester is partnering with the MTA and NYC Public Schools in the updated "Ride Inside, Stay Alive" campaign. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Jack Logue, the executive chef and partner of New York City staple The Lambs Club, is bringing a new project to Times Square: New York City's first wine window.
