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NYPD divers searched the lake in Central Park on Saturday, looking for the weapon used in the deadly shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, sources say.
A fiery crash in Newark, New Jersey killed six people when their car smashed into a support column under the Pulaski Skyway, Essex County officials said.
The FBI announced Friday night it was offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction.
The manslaughter charge against Daniel Penny has been dismissed after jurors told the judge twice Friday that they were unable to reach a unanimous vote.
New data shows deadly crashes are on the rise in New Jersey, and police say drunk driving is a significant factor.
Mount Vernon school district officials are considering closing several schools next year as enrollment drops.
After sightings in North Jersey, police departments in South Jersey are now spotting mysterious drones in the skies.
You may know about the world-famous Christmas lights in Dyker Heights. But one neighbor in Bergen Beach has been creating the North Pole in his front lawn.
A Long Island retiree says she's getting traffic tickets from all over the country. But the thing is, she stopped driving four years ago.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for December 7 at 6 p.m.
Families in New Jersey were treated to a special holiday train ride Saturday. New Jersey Transit hosted its annual Polar Express ride with the Ronald McDonald House in South Jersey.
Saturday marks 83 years since the attack on Pearl Harbor. Family members of local survivors took part in a ceremony on the Intrepid honoring the memory of those who died.
A beloved high school football coach and his brother were among six people killed in a horrific Newark car crash late Friday night. CBS News New York's Christina Fan spoke with the victims' mother, who learned of the tragedy after driving to the scene herself.
NYPD divers were seen searching the lake in Central Park on Saturday afternoon. Sources tell CBS News New York they were looking for the weapon used in the deadly shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson earlier this week. CBS News New York's Derick Waller reports.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for December 7 at 6 p.m.
From the science of forecasting to weather safety – First Alert Weather 101 is an interactive way to get students thinking about STEM. There's also a chance your students might be on TV.
Depending on who you ask, small business owners say congestion pricing could be a blessing or a curse.
Congestion pricing is set to start in New York City on Jan. 5. One woman who lives in Manhattan's Central Business District says she is one of the working class people it will hurt.
New Jersey Sen. George Helmy said congestion pricing could drive businesses out of New York City and into the Garden State on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
The MTA announced the Federal Highway Administration has given congestion pricing the green light, clearing the way for it to start on Jan. 5, 2025.
New York City's Gridlock Alert Days are back as peak holiday tourism season arrives, ahead of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
New Jersey Rep. Josh Gottheimer is trying to throw a monkey wrench into Gov. Kathy Hochul's congestion pricing plan.
Leaders in Nassau and Suffolk counties rolled out a strategy Monday to try and stop congestion pricing.
The MTA board voted to approve Gov. Kathy Hochul's revamped New York City congestion pricing plan today.
NYU Langone Health is calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul to consider the financial burden of congestion pricing on patients and staff.
A great investigative news tip should explain the situation in detail, be newsworthy, and have real-world consequences.
A group of friends in Queens say they're out of tens of thousands of dollars because a third-party booking service won't give them their money back, even though the trip was supposed to be fully refundable.
A Brooklyn family feared their property was at risk when a construction error at a neighboring building forced them out of their home in September, but now, they're back just in time for the holidays.
A CBS News New York investigation found online loopholes may be putting New York City's effort to prevent lithium-ion battery fires at risk.
Families of children injured by medical malpractice at birth and pushed into a New York state fund to receive critical care are waiting for state officials to address claim denials.
A New York City Councilmember is taking the city's Department of Homeless Services to task, saying it needs to do a better job managing food at the city's migrant shelters.
A Hudson Valley woman says her car was driven from Queens to New Jersey after she parked at an unlicensed long-term parking lot near John F. Kennedy International Airport.
A Brooklyn woman who was wrongly marked as deceased by the government in 2022 says the problem has caused a years-long struggle.
Nearly a dozen families and therapists say New York's Early Intervention Program services have grinded to a halt due to a new state database.
As the manhunt continues for who shot UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, here's a look at the gunman's movements.
A Long Island retiree says she's getting traffic tickets from all over the country. But the thing is, she stopped driving four years ago.
Love the idea or hate it, the Long Island Thanksgiving turkey pizza pie is going viral at Pino's Pizza in Deer Park.
CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis has more on the gathering for a special cause.
If you or someone you know needs help, you can call or text 988 to speak with a trained, caring counselor.
CBS News New York's John Elliott spoke to Nyjah Walters, with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, about the Out of the Darkness Walk and environmental risk factors for suicide. If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or a suicidal crisis, you can reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.
The AFSP Out of the Darkness Walk is taking place Sunday in Manhattan. Scott Horvitz, a board member for the New York City chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, speaks with CBS News New York's John Elliott. If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or a suicidal crisis, you can reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.
The AFSP Out of the Darkness Walk is taking place Sunday in Manhattan. CBS News New York's John Elliott spoke with a volunteer. If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or a suicidal crisis, you can reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.
The AFSP Out of the Darkness Walk is taking place Sunday in Manhattan. Candace Bravo, executive director of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, discusses why the event is important. If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or a suicidal crisis, you can reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.
The AFSP Out of the Darkness Walk is taking place Sunday in Manhattan. CBS News New York's John Elliott spoke with volunteers. If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or a suicidal crisis, you can reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.
Salina Sabri, chair of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's "Out of the Darkness" community walk and Dionne Monsanto, mental health advocate and AFSP volunteer joins CBS New York to discuss the walk.
The New York City Council Monday held a hearing about a pilot program that deploys mental health professionals instead of police to certain situations.
The New York Islanders beat the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday.
The LA Galaxy won their record sixth MLS Cup championship with a 2-1 victory over the New York Red Bulls on Saturday.
Reilly Smith scored the go-ahead goal and Artemi Panarin scored twice as the Rangers beat the Penguins on Friday night.
Timo Meier scored the tiebreaking goal early in the third period, and the Devils beat the Kraken on Friday night.
Pitcher Clay Holmes and the New York Mets have agreed to a $38 million, three-year contract, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Friday.
A new warning to people 40 and under as cases of colon cancer rapidly increase. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is on call with more on why we're seeing such a rise and the importance of early screening.
A recent study published in The Journal of Translational Medicine found that people who favored sweets had significantly higher risks to both their mental and physical health. Dr. Nidhi Kumar explains the risk of the "sweet tooth."
A new study revealing some startling findings about how young people see the world. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is on call to talk about an increase in nearsightedness and what people can do to help their kids avoid having it.
Sleepmaxxing is a new wellness trend that aims to maximize the amount and quality of sleep you get each night and is going viral on social media. Influencers promoting advice, products and practices aimed at improving your sleep are racking up hundreds of thousands of views. Dr. Nidhi Kumar explains the health risks
Dr. Nidhi Kumar highlights the impact vaping can have on teen brains and what parents can do to get them to quit.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to talk about shingles in young people
Health officials are continuing to warn people about the dangers of West Nile virus as more cases of the disease spread by mosquitoes are confirmed in the Tri-State Area.
The listeria outbreak linked to deli meat has sickened a dozen people in New York and is blamed for one death in New Jersey. So is it safe to eat?
Physical effects of heat waves, like heat stroke, are widely known. But scientists are now sounding the alarm on psychological consequences of extremely high temperatures.
Words on a page are just the beginning of getting a book published. It often takes teamwork between an author and a literary agent, like Jane Pek and Julie Barer
Mary Calvi talked to author Jane Pek and her literary agent, Julie Barer of The Book Group, about bringing "The Rivals" and "The Verifiers" to publication.
Authors Beatriz Williams and Lauren Willig spoke to Mary Calvi about their latest book written with Karen White.
Author Jeffery Deaver joins CBS New York to talk about CBS' "Tracker" and his new book.
Dr. Allison Gilbert joins CBS New York to discuss Dr. Ruth Westheimer's final book "The Joy of Connections."
Morristown High School in New Jersey welcomed CBS News New York's Chris Wragge on Friday for the latest installment of Class Act.
Morristown High School opened its doors on December 13, 1869 on Maple Avenue.
Morristown High School serves a diverse population of more than 1,900 students, and roughly half are Spanish speaking.
Morristown High School is celebrating its diverse student body and more than 150-year-old history with something for everyone.
CBS News New York's Class Act with Chris Wragge series returns this Friday with a stop at Morristown High School in Morristown, New Jersey.
The STEM department at West Hempstead Secondary School is preparing the future generation to face life's challenges.
It's the community feel, the family environment that drives the West Hempstead Secondary School system on Long Island.
West Hempstead Secondary School is fostering community and future leaders through its STEM and peer mentoring programs on Long Island.
Our Class Act with Chris Wragge series is making its first stop of the school year at West Hempstead Secondary School on Long Island.
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For anyone living in New York City (or planning to move into Manhattan), and who's looking to save money by bundling their TV and home Internet service, here are the best options.
Need internet at your new home ASAP? Here's how to set up a simple, painless transfer that'll have you online in no time.
NYPD divers searched the lake in Central Park on Saturday, looking for the weapon used in the deadly shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, sources say.
Mount Vernon school district officials are considering closing several schools next year as enrollment drops.
You may know about the world-famous Christmas lights in Dyker Heights. But one neighbor in Bergen Beach has been creating the North Pole in his front lawn.
The woman accused of sneaking onto a Delta Air Lines flight from New York City to Paris has been released on her own recognizance.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams will meet with President-elect Trump's border czar next week and says he has suggestions to combat the migrant crisis.
Friday holds the double distinction of being the coldest day of the week and the coldest day of the season thus far, with the forecast calling for lots of shivering right through Saturday.
Today's weather forecast calls for a wintry mix of rain and snow around the NYC area, followed by some gusty winds.
A wintry mix of rain, snow and blustery winds blows into NYC on Thursday, and the biggest impact could be during the morning commute.
The cold persisted Tuesday and perhaps a flake or two may be possible as we head into the middle part of the week.
Seven months after it was destroyed in a fiery truck crash, the Fairfield Avenue Bridge over I-95 in Norwalk, Conn. has reopened.
A fiery crash in Newark, New Jersey killed six people when their car smashed into a support column under the Pulaski Skyway, Essex County officials said.
New data shows deadly crashes are on the rise in New Jersey, and police say drunk driving is a significant factor.
Friday holds the double distinction of being the coldest day of the week and the coldest day of the season thus far, with the forecast calling for lots of shivering right through Saturday.
After sightings in North Jersey, police departments in South Jersey are now spotting mysterious drones in the skies.
The mystery in the skies over New Jersey continues, with one law enforcement official saying the flying objects were seen over critical infrastructure.
Suffolk County is warning parents about the dangers of co-sleeping after three more infants who shared beds with adults died in the last four weeks.
Hundreds attended a funeral Friday for Connor Kasin, the Long Island teenager who collapsed and died during a charity hockey event last week.
Friday holds the double distinction of being the coldest day of the week and the coldest day of the season thus far, with the forecast calling for lots of shivering right through Saturday.
A Long Island retiree says she's getting traffic tickets from all over the country. But the thing is, she stopped driving four years ago.
A mother and father on Long Island still don't know why their son died while playing in a charity hockey game over the weekend.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams will meet with President-elect Trump's border czar next week and says he has suggestions to combat the migrant crisis.
"The responsibility of leading Democrats on the House Oversight Committee during Donald Trump's second term in the White House is a profound and consequential one," Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez wrote to colleagues.
An appeals court judge wrote that the law that would force a sale or ban of TikTok "survive[s] constitutional scrutiny."
Depending on who you ask, small business owners say congestion pricing could be a blessing or a curse.
President-elect Donald Trump is considering replacing former Fox News host Pete Hegseth, his embattled pick for defense secretary, with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Suffolk County is warning parents about the dangers of co-sleeping after three more infants who shared beds with adults died in the last four weeks.
Anthem will reverse a policy that would have capped insurance coverage for anesthesia after objections from doctors and lawmakers.
Minnesota-based UnitedHealthcare Group Inc. has faced a firestorm of controversy this year. And as investigators search for a motive in the slaying of Brian Thompson, CEO of its insurance arm, they aren't counting anything out.
Feds warn against eating recalled cucumbers and multiple products containing the vegetable, including salads and wraps.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
The New York Film Critics Circle, one of the nation's oldest and most venerated critics' groups, is kicking movie awards season into high gear Tuesday as they select their choices for the best of 2024.
An attorney for Harvey Weinstein says he was hospitalized following an "alarming blood test.".
Elton John says he's lost his eyesight and struggled to see his new musical, "The Devil Wears Prada" after a "severe" eye infection.
Target is the only place you can buy the latest Taylor Swift merch, including a new book, vinyl and CD.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
The New York Islanders beat the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday.
The LA Galaxy won their record sixth MLS Cup championship with a 2-1 victory over the New York Red Bulls on Saturday.
Reilly Smith scored the go-ahead goal and Artemi Panarin scored twice as the Rangers beat the Penguins on Friday night.
Timo Meier scored the tiebreaking goal early in the third period, and the Devils beat the Kraken on Friday night.
Pitcher Clay Holmes and the New York Mets have agreed to a $38 million, three-year contract, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Friday.
You may know about the world-famous Christmas lights in Dyker Heights. But one neighbor in Bergen Beach has been creating the North Pole in his front lawn.
The grandson of the last civilian lighthouse keeper in America is working to preserve his family's legacy.
Construction on Etihad Park, New York City's first Major League Soccer stadium, started on Wednesday in Queens.
What began as a way to pass the time waiting for their kids at the skatepark has turned into a small community of moms who shred.
Preservationists say the fight is on to save tiled mosaics at the site of the 1939 and 1964 World's Fair in Queens.
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.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for December 7 at 6 p.m.
Families in New Jersey were treated to a special holiday train ride Saturday. New Jersey Transit hosted its annual Polar Express ride with the Ronald McDonald House in South Jersey.
Saturday marks 83 years since the attack on Pearl Harbor. Family members of local survivors took part in a ceremony on the Intrepid honoring the memory of those who died.
A beloved high school football coach and his brother were among six people killed in a horrific Newark car crash late Friday night. CBS News New York's Christina Fan spoke with the victims' mother, who learned of the tragedy after driving to the scene herself.
NYPD divers were seen searching the lake in Central Park on Saturday afternoon. Sources tell CBS News New York they were looking for the weapon used in the deadly shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson earlier this week. CBS News New York's Derick Waller reports.