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12/04/2019

NYC Holiday Markets: Shop, Skate And Sip At Bryant Park's Winter Village

NYC HOLIDAY MARKETS: Bryant Park's winter village is back with shopping, skating a hot-chocolate-sipping for the whole family.

CBSN New York's John Dias checks out what's new this year.

For four months, the six-acre park transforms into a holiday oasis, attracting locals and tourists from all over.

12/04/2019

Yankees Meet With Ace Cole, Strasburg On Deck

Do you have a preference? Will they get one? Both? None? Let's hear it, New York Yankees fans

Gerrit Cole, the top pitcher on the free-agent market, met with New York Yankees officials in California on Tuesday.

12/04/2019

Hart Island Transferred To Parks Department As Part Of Plan To Improve Access

The island off the coast of the Bronx is the largest public burial ground in the country. More than one million are buried there.

12/04/2019

John Dias

Two Long Island kids all grown up!

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12/04/2019

Jasmine Cephas Jones On Hamilton

Jasmine Cephas Jones reflects on her magical "Hamilton" run and discusses her new play with Peter Dinklage.

Read more: https://cbsloc.al/2ra2MdG

12/04/2019

Rikers Guards Suspended After Inmate Reportedly Tried To Hang Himself

GUARDS SUSPENDED: Several Rikers Island correction officers are under investigation for allegedly failing to stop inmate from hurting himself.

Department of Correction Commissioner Cynthia Brann says three guards and one captain are now under investigation and could face disciplinary action.

12/04/2019

New York Weather: CBS2 12/4 Wednesday Morning Forecast

Showers and flurries are possible tonight, especially west and south, but as they approach the city they will try and fizzle out.

12/04/2019

Live Updates: House Judiciary Committee Holds First Impeachment Hearing

HOUSE IMPEACHMENT HEARINGS: The committee will hear from constitutional law experts starting at 10 a.m. Wednesday.

12/04/2019

Police Seize Wolverine Claw, Machete After Responding To Call In The Bronx

Police uncovered a cache of weapons and drugs while responding to a domestic assault in the Bronx, including a Wolverine claw and machete.

Police uncovered a cache of weapons and drugs while responding to a domestic assault in the Bronx.

12/04/2019

Sources: Prostitute Kidnapped, Tied Up At Gunpoint In The Bronx

KIDNAPPED AT GUNPOINT: Sources tell CBS2 it appears the suspects wanted to delete text messages from the victim's cellphone.

One of the men allegedly pulled a gun and tied her hands and feet with Zipties, while the other man drove them to a Boost Mobile store in Yonkers.

12/04/2019

More clouds than we saw yesterday, but we should break into the 40s

12/04/2019

87th Annual Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting Tonight

CHRISTMAS CLASSIC: The 87th annual Rockefeller Center tree lighting will be held tonight in Manhattan. What's your favorite holiday tradition?

Thousands of people are expected to gather tonight, as more than 50,000 LED lights are turned on.

12/04/2019

Forgotten Families: Elizabeth May Join Newark's Lawsuit Against NYC Over SOTA Program

FORGOTTEN FAMILIES: Another New Jersey city may soon join Newark’s lawsuit against New York City over the controversial SOTA program.

The mayor of Elizabeth said he’s strongly considering it after nearly 50 homeless families were relocated there.

12/04/2019

WAKE-UP WEATHER: Bundle up, today will be cold and cloudy. CBS2's Elise Finch has the latest forecast. https://cbsloc.al/2u97zcE

12/04/2019

N.J. Residents Could Be Without Heat, Electricity For Days Following Season’s First Snowstorm

'WE'RE STARVING AND WE'RE COLD:' Tens of thousands of customers are still in the dark and cold after Monday’s winter storm, and the power might not come back on for days.

JCP&L says crews are working as quickly and safely as possible to restore service.

12/04/2019

Canadiens Snap 8-Game Losing Streak, Beat Islanders 4-2

The Islanders dropped to 14-3-1 against Eastern Conference opponents.

12/04/2019

Golden Knights Edge Devils After New Jersey Introduces New Head Coach

General manager Ray Shero announced the move roughly 20 minutes before Hynes was scheduled to speak to the media before the game.

12/04/2019

'You Have Lost All Our Trust': Brooklyn Parents Rally Against School Board Member Who Used Racial Slur Against Asians

Asian-American school board leaders gathered Tuesday night at the Community Education Council 22 meeting in Flatlands in the latest protest against Dr. Jackie Cody.

12/04/2019

NYPD: Hammer-Wielding Suspect Throws Victim Onto Bronx Subway Tracks After Anti-Gay Tirade

HAVE YOU SEEN HIM? Police are looking for a violent suspect they say attacked a man with a hammer at a Bronx subway station. The victim was thrown on the tracks after the suspect went into an anti-gay tirade. More here: https://cbsloc.al/2OJYVwX #CBSNewYork

The NYPD has released a sketch of the man they believe carried out the attack around 1 a.m. on Nov. 22 in the Tremont Avenue station.

12/04/2019

4 Top Spots For Sandwiches In Newark

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top sandwich outlets in Newark.

12/04/2019

1-Year-Old Venessa Morales Missing, Infant's Mother Found Dead Inside Connecticut Home

CHILD MISSING, MOTHER FOUND DEAD: Police in Connecticut have reportedly found the body of a 1-year-old's mother inside their home. Infant Venessa Morales is still missing. HAVE YOU SEEN HER? https://cbsloc.al/360WonP #CBSNewYork

Authorities say Morales was living at a Myrtle Avenue residence where police are probing the death -- the child was nowhere to be found.

12/04/2019

Caught On Camera: Suspects In Stolen Car Flee On Foot After Wild Crash At Busy Bronx Intersection

SUSPECTS ON THE RUN: Police are looking for 2 people caught on camera running from a chaotic Bronx crash -- it turns out the vehicle they destroyed was stolen in Queens. More here: https://cbsloc.al/2OLURfH #CBSNewYork

Surveillance video shows a Mercedes blowing through an intersection in Throggs Neck, on East Tremont Avenue and Lafayette Street.

12/04/2019

Hackers May Be Using Your New Smart TV To Spy On You, FBI Warns

TOO SMART TV? The FBI is warning all the Black Friday and Cyber Monday shoppers who just bought a smart TV -- their brand new device may already be spying on them. More here: https://cbsloc.al/383EtyD #CBSNewYork

In a pre-holiday message to consumers, an FBI field office is warning that "smart TVs" -- televisions equipped with internet streaming and facial recognition capabilities -- may be vulnerable to intrusion.

12/04/2019

Poor Potato Harvest May Lead To A French Fry Shortage Across The Country, Report Warns

NO FRENCH FRIES?! A new report warns that cold weather during the annual potato harvest season in North America could trigger the unthinkable for many Americans -- a french fry shortage! More here: https://cbsloc.al/34K3Vaw #CBSNewYork

Unusually cold and wet weather during the potato harvest season has left some growers in the U.S. and Canada unable to harvest a significant portion of their crop.

12/04/2019

Is He Jealous Or What? De Blasio's Attacks On Presidential Hopeful Bloomberg Increasing

Why are Mayor de Blasio's attacks on presidential hopeful Bloomberg increasing? Is he jealous or do they have legitimate political differences?

Michael Bloomberg quickly moved into fifth place in the Democratic presidential primary standings, just as the current resident of Gracie Mansion stepped up his criticism of the Big Apple's former mayor.

12/04/2019

Gov. Cuomo Cracks Down On Robocalls, Signs 'Nuisance Call Act' Into Law

Is the newly signed "Nuisance Call Act" the key to defeating annoying robocalls in New York state? Many residents sure hope so.

Some needed relief is on the way for those dealing with constant and annoying robocalls. Gov. Andrew Cuomo recently signed a law that closes a loophole in the "Do Not Call Registry."

12/04/2019

How To Find The Best Deal On A Christmas Tree In New York City

With the holiday decorations come a plethora of Christmas tree vendors around most street corners, but depending where you are in the city, the cost of the tree can vary greatly.

Tree vendors say it's common for prices to vary depending on location, so they suggest you shop around.

12/04/2019

Long Island School Bus Driver Accused Of Sexually Abusing Child, Possessing Child Pornography

A school bus driver on Long Island was arrested Tuesday for allegedly sexually abusing a 6-year-old and possessing child pornography.

Suffolk County police say 46-year-old Charles Titone III was arrested Tuesday morning at his Huntington Station home.

12/04/2019

How Can You Make Sure Your Donations Reach The Right Place?

In New York, people donated money and time to charities big and small for Giving Tuesday. So how do you avoid donating to a bad charity or getting scammed?

Every year, the Tuesday after Black Friday is known as Giving Tuesday, a day where we are all encouraged to give back.

12/04/2019

Katja Herbers x EVIL

Katja Herbers explains what makes EVIL on CBS such a fascinating show and why her character gets more complicated every episode.

Story: https://newyork.cbslocal.com/2019/11/07/katja-herbers-cbs-evil-mike-colter-interview/

12/04/2019

1-Year-Old Venessa Morales Missing From Connecticut Home Where Police Are Investigating Suspicious Death

HAVE YOU SEEN HER? Police in Connecticut are looking for a missing 1-year-old girl -- who was supposed to be inside a home where authorities are now investigating a suspicious death. More here: https://cbsloc.al/2OP6N0l #CBSNewYork

Authorities say Morales was living at a Myrtle Avenue residence where police are probing the death -- the child was nowhere to be found.

12/04/2019

Drivers Sentenced In Drag Racing Crash That Killed Newly Engaged Couple

Emotions ran high in court Tuesday as two drivers were sentenced for mowing down a young, newly engaged couple.

Both defendants apologized to the victims' families.

12/03/2019

New Rochelle Football Team Returns To Class After Winning Championship, Ending Season Undefeated

New Rochelle’s championship football team was back in class Tuesday. Their big win came in the midst of a lot of obstacles, including the reassignment of their longtime coach.

For the Hugenots, much more than a championship was on the line.

12/03/2019

Study Shows Adolescents, Young Adults At Increasing Risk For Prediabetes

HEALTHWATCH: There's more worrisome news when it comes to the consequences of the epidemic of childhood obesity. A new study finds that adolescents and young adults are at increasing risk for prediabetes.

Prediabetes is defined by several tests as an inability to keep blood sugar in a normal range.

12/03/2019

Controversial SOTA Program Exporting Homeless Families From NYC To Newark Leads To Lawsuit

Newark officials are speaking out about the city's lawsuit against New York City over the controversial program that exports homeless families.

For nearly a year, CBS2 has been covering the Forgotten Families who say they were pressured by New York City to leave and move into unlivable homes.

12/03/2019

Hundreds Wait In The Cold For Free Winter Coats At Bowery Mission Giveaway

With the cold weather here to stay for a while, hundreds of New Yorkers in need looked to The Bowery Mission on Tuesday to help warm them up.

The coat giveaway was scheduled for 2:30 p.m. Tuesday but kicked off hours early because of the massive crowd.

12/03/2019

Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Week 14: 49ers RB Carousel Continues, Raheem Mostert Now Top Option With Breida Out

The 49ers running game has been strong all season, but with Matt Breida out and Tevin Coleman struggling, Raheem Mostert looks like the best fantasy option.

12/03/2019

Devils Fire Head Coach John Hynes

BREAKING: The New Jersey Devils have fired their head coach, John Hynes, after more than 4 seasons on the bench. The Devils are currently in last place in the Metropolitan Division. More here: https://cbsloc.al/2Ye7Rh3 #CBSNewYork

New Jersey has been suffering through a poor start to this season, sitting at the bottom of the Metropolitan Division with a record of 9-13-4

12/03/2019

Study: Millions Could Lose Food Stamps Under New SNAP Eligibility Proposal

Millions of Americans face the possibility of losing access to food assistance under proposed rule changes by the Trump administration, according to a new study.

12/03/2019

Trader Joe's Ready-To-Eat Products Recalled Over Listeria Concerns

RECALL ALERT: A number of ready-to-eat products sold at Trader Joe’s have been recalled over listeria concerns.

Fuji Food Products says the recall affects sushi, salads and spring rolls that were sold at various stores across the country, including Trader Joe's.

12/03/2019

New Jersey's Popular Tick Tock Diner Reopens With New Menu After Renovations

The popular Tick Tock Diner NJ has reopened with a new interior, a new chef and a new menu, including "The Mick Jagger."

If you want to try "The Mick Jagger" or some of the other new dishes, the diner is open 24/7.

12/03/2019

Sullivan County Farms Ready To Fight NYC Over Impending Ban On Delicacy Foie Gras

Do you side with the upstate farmers or Mayor de Blasio and the city council?

A delicacy served in some of the Big Apple's finest restaurants helps put food on the table for hundreds of upstate families. Most of them are immigrants, who now fear their jobs are in jeopardy.

12/03/2019

Police: Man Threw Children, Ages 1 And 4, Over Barbed Wire Fence During Chase

A Georgia man is accused of throwing his two young children over a barbed wire fence while trying to run away from the police.

12/03/2019

Bail Reform: New Police Commissioner Dermot Shea Calls Changes 'Concerning'

'IT'S CONCERNING:' New York City’s new police commissioner expresses concerns about the state and city's bail reforms that start next month.

Starting Jan. 1, the state will eliminate cash bail and pretrial detention for most low-level offenses. In the city, defendants will also receive perks – like New York Mets tickets, movie passes and gifts cards – for showing up to court.

12/03/2019

Timeline: The Investigation Into Missing Mother Jennifer Dulos

Police have constructed a narrative in which a husband deeply in debt to his mother-in-law allegedly orchestrated foul play against his estranged wife, then got his girlfriend to help clean up after a bloody assault. His defense attorney says the 50-year-old mother of five was no crime victim, but instead planned her own disappearance like in a Hollywood thriller.

Here’s a timeline of what we know so far in the case of Jennifer Dulos.

Follow along with the police investigation regarding the disappearance of the 50-year-old mother of five last seen on May 24, 2019.