COVID-19 August 29, 2023 4:18 pm New BA.2.86 COVID variant detected in NYC wastewater The new variant has been detected in New York City’s wastewater. Local 1:31 Suspect arrested in attack on actor Steve Buscemi in Manhattan 2:31 Families of overdose victims push for ‘Chelsey's Law' 1:46 Hempstead introduces rain barrel pilot program using collected storm runoff to conserve water 2:00 Beach toy sharing program expands in Brick Township 2:04 Times Square hosts hot dog-eating contest as qualifier for Nathan's July 4th event