The first cases of a new #Omicron subvariant are beginning to be seen in the Tri-State Area. They arrived as an Appeals Court prepares to rule on the New York state mask mandate. Dick Brennan reports. cbsloc.al/3g1b8u3 #COVID19

Det. Jason Rivera, who was killed in the line of duty, received a posthumous promotion at his funeral service Friday. Thousands of officers formed a sea of support, visible for blocks, along Fifth Avenue. Dick Brennan reports. cbsloc.al/3G95BMG

We’re here live on CBS News New York and WLNY all day… Snow day!

LIVE NOW: Sanitation Commissioner Ed Grayson is talking with Dick Brennan and Jessica Moore about conditions in New York City. Watch live now on CBS News New York: cbsloc.al/cbsnewsnewyork

There was a solemn tribute Tuesday for NYPD Officer Wilbert Mora, the second officer killed in the line of duty during an ambush in Harlem. Dick Brennan reports. cbsloc.al/340OsaZ

Thousands of mourners said a final goodbye Wednesday to NYPD Det. Wilbert Mora. His heartbroken mother clutched the American flag that was draped over his casket as many paid tribute to his life and service to our city. Dick Brennan reports. cbsloc.al/3rnj7rT

Republicans are suing to stop congressional and state legislative redistricting in our area, and even some Democrats are expressing concern. Dick Brennan reports. cbsloc.al/3slFiOe

New York City on Tuesday will consider making outdoor dining permanent. Those structures have been a lifeline for restaurants during the pandemic and now the process begins to make them stay. But as Dick Brennan reports, not everyone is on board. cbsloc.al/3ss7YFc #COVID19

Starting Thursday, New York state's mask mandate will be lifted. Cases have been declining since Jan. 9. There are now under 35 cases per 100,000 people, the lowest in two months. Dick Brennan reports. cbsloc.al/3B8NFkg

There was a show of support Friday from the Nyack community for their high school basketball team. They were back on the court two days after dealing with racist taunts from the crowd during a game at Pearl River High School. Dick Brennan reports. cbsloc.al/3LpEH6W

Some tenants are criticizing Gov. Kathy Hochul's budget as the eviction fight ramps up in New York. Many are still struggling financially and are afraid they'll lose their homes. Dick Brennan reports. cbsloc.al/3t5ZJ2j

Catch Alice Gainer and Dick Brennan tonight on CBS2 News at 5, 6, 9 and 11 cbsloc.al/cbsnewsnewyork

Just one day after the ruling that ended the mask mandate on planes and public transportation, there's word that an appeal could already be in the works. Dick Brennan reports. cbsn.ws/36u8E6h

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TONIGHT @ 11 PM! I'll be on CBS New York talking to Dick Brennan about what the anticipated overruling of #RoeVsWade by SCOTUS means. I'll also discuss my new bill, A10148, to create a Reproductive Freedom & Equity Fund to address the demand in care. cbsnews.com

Monday marked the end of an era in New York City. One of the only remaining public payphones was taken away. Dick Brennan reports. cbsn.ws/39KAHzy

Ray Liotta, the actor best known for his role in the mob classic "Goodfellas," has died. Dick Brennan reports. cbsn.ws/39ZOMZS

Missed the Democratic primary debate? Dick Brennan hosted a post-debate roundtable discussion with political experts on the issues and moments that could make headlines. Watch it here: cbsn.ws/3NZdyYT

Prices on just about everything are rising at a pace not seen in decades. While many people are feeling the squeeze, Dick Brennan has more on how it can be especially tough for people on fixed incomes. cbsn.ws/3tsSceQ

With inflation at a 40-year high, the feds raise interest rates 0.75 percent, and that means it will cost more to borrow money. Dick Brennan explains how it impacts shoppers. cbsn.ws/3cP2osk