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At least 2 dead in 5-alarm building fire in Bronx's Belmont section
At least two people were killed in a building fire in the Belmont section on Tuesday afternoon, the FDNY said.
1 dead, 1 hurt after driver strikes pedestrians in the Bronx, police say
One person is dead and another injured after a driver struck pedestrians in the Bronx on Tuesday, police said.
NYC's first table games casino set to officially open in Queens next week
In an historic first for New York City, Resorts World New York City at Aqueduct Racetrack will officially open with table games next week.
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Parents of slain Loyola student Sheridan Gorman say, "We've got to make changes"
Sheridan Gorman, an 18-year-old Loyola freshman, was shot and killed in Chicago last month and an undocumented immigrant from Venezuela is under arrest.
NYC to begin enforcing storefront gate transparency law July 1
A 2009 New York City law requiring most roll-down security gates to be at least 70% transparent is set to take effect this summer.
NYPD mounted horse seen on video stopping thief has inspiring backstory
The horse captured on incredible body-cam footage last week of an NYPD mounted officer chasing down a suspected purse snatcher was rescued from slaughter off a racetrack.
NYPD narcotics dog saved by Narcan after ingesting fentanyl
An NYPD narcotics canine named Mulk is back on the job after a near-death experience during a drug busts in the Bronx and Manhattan.
Nearly 3 dozen arrested in Nassau County gang crackdown, police say
A crackdown on gang violence in Nassau County is delivering results with nearly three dozen arrests in the last week, police said.
2 vehicles seized after fiery Maspeth, Queens, car meetup
The NYPD has seized two of the vehicles it says were involved in a chaotic and fiery car meetup over the weekend in Queens.
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Bear removed after being spotted hanging out in tree in Albany, N.Y.
A bear was spotted lounging in a tree in Albany.
Hotels investing in sustainability
Wednesday is Earth Day, when the world focuses on ways to protect our planet and conserve resources. In the travel industry, some hotels and destinations are shifting to sustainability. Wendy Gillette reports.
NYC kicks off first-ever Urban Forest Plan
New York City kicked off its first-ever Urban Forest Plan on Tuesday.
Many residents lose everything in deadly Bronx building fire
At least two people were killed and 11 others were injured in the blaze in the Belmont section on Tuesday afternoon.
Opening statements begin for Harvey Weinstein rape retrial in NYC
Harvey Weinstein was back in a Manhattan courtroom Tuesday to face a rape charge for a third time. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer was there for opening statements.
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First Alert Weather: Rain early, high of 57 on Wednesday
CBS News New York's Scott Padgett is calling for a really pleasant Thursday, with sunny skies and a high of 72.
First Alert Weather 101: Have a meteorologist visit your classroom!
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.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani
Mayor Zohran Mamdani blamed by some for Mets' epic losing streak
There are some out there who believe Mayor Mamdani may have been the catalyst for the Mets' current 11-game losing streak.
Mamdani speaks out about "deeply disturbing, unacceptable" Brooklyn arrest
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani says he spoke with Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch after seeing the video of violent, wrongful arrest in Brooklyn that prompted outrage.
NYC Council speaker agrees with pied-à-terre tax, but city still needs cuts
Menin's relationship with Mayor Zohran Mamdani is still a work in progress, but the two agree on Gov. Kathy Hochul's proposed pied-à-terre tax.
Obama meets Mamdani in New York City ahead of a preschool reading event
Former President Barack Obama met privately with New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani before joining together to read to preschoolers at a child care center in the Bronx.
Trump says "Mamdani is DESTROYING New York" after pied-à-terre tax proposal
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is brushing off a social media attack by President Trump about his taxing policies.
NYC to install thousands more specialized garbage bins across 5 boroughs
NYC will install 6,500 more specialized garbage bins across the five boroughs by the end of 2027, Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced Friday.
Mayor Mamdani, wife Rama Duwaji to skip 2026 Met Gala, sources say
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his wife Rama Duwaji will not attend this year's Met Gala, sources said.
Mamdani's wife apologizes for past 'harmful' social media posts
The wife of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has apologized for what she says were "harmful" social media posts she made as a teenager.
NYC Mayor Mamdani is still earning rap music royalties, tax filings show
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is still earning royalties from his past career as a multilingual rapper, according to his tax filings.
CBS New York Investigates
Share your N.Y. and N.J. E-ZPass and Tolls by Mail story with us
CBS News New York is investigating the cashless tolling system in New York and New Jersey. Unpaid tolls can spiral into crushing debt — but that's just one of many issues drivers face.
Submit a tip to the CBS New York Investigative Team
A great investigative news tip should explain the situation in detail, be newsworthy, and have real-world consequences.
Incorrect N.Y. DMV records led to car getting repossessed, couple says
New York families rely on state records to make sure car purchases are legit, but what happens when those records are wrong?
Deed theft complaints have tripled in N.Y. in recent years, data shows
Complaints about deed theft to the New York Attorney General's Office have more than tripled over the last few years.
New York, New Jersey lawmakers announce "End The Toll Trap" bill
New York and New Jersey lawmakers have announced a bipartisan, bi-state bill to address E-ZPass late fees.
Bright Horizons giving up permit for Manhattan day care center
Child care provider Bright Horizons has agreed to give up its permit for a Manhattan day care center.
Expert warns "AI is being weaponized" as spam calls get more deceptive
The technology behind spam calls is getting more sophisticated, an expert with the TrueCaller app says.
Why a $14,000 E-ZPass bill landed in a NYC driver's email box
A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
What NYC consumers should know before going solar
Here's how New Yorkers can go solar while protecting their pocketbooks.
Featured Stories & Web Exclusives
Hofstra student diagnosed with severe autism at age 2 graduating with honors
A young Long Island man who overcame autism to graduate high school as valedictorian is now poised to graduate from Hofstra with top honors.
North Carolina man charged with 1990 kidnapping, murder of New Jersey woman
A North Carolina man was arrested in connection with the decades-old unsolved murder of a New Jersey woman on Friday night.
Holocaust sketches depicting life at concentration camps on display in NYC
The raw images by Marcel Roux, a member of the French Resistance, depict life during the Holocaust across three concentration camps.
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Mets drop their 12th straight as Williams struggles again in loss to Twins
New York lost its 12th consecutive game, falling 5-3 to the Twins on Tuesday night.
Stanton homers, adds 2-run double as Yankees shut out Red Sox 4-0
Giancarlo Stanton hit a solo homer in the second and added a two-run double as the New York Yankees extended their winning streak to four straight with a 4-0 win over the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday night.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani blamed by some for Mets' epic losing streak
There are some out there who believe Mayor Mamdani may have been the catalyst for the Mets' current 11-game losing streak.
Yankees pitcher Cam Schlittler says Red Sox fans have threatened him and family
Cam Schlittler, a native of Walpole, said he and his family have received threats from Red Sox fans ahead of his Fenway Park debut Thursday.
Knicks collapse in 4th quarter, fall to Hawks in Game 2
CJ McCollum scored 32 points and the Hawks rallied to stun the Knicks 107-106 on Monday night, tying their first-round playoff series at one game apiece.
Cost of Caregiving
Some ways to find help caring for special needs adults
Federal law entitles students with disabilities to special education services until they turn 21. What happens next is what many caregivers call "the transition cliff."
Parents of adult children with special needs face challenges caring for them
Federal law entitles students with disabilities to special education services until they turn 21. What happens next is what many caregivers call "the transition cliff." CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Chronic pain could lead seniors to misuse opioids, experts warn
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
Deadly opioid overdoes rate climbs among seniors as more get prescriptions for chronic pain
Overdose deaths involving people 65 and older have increased by 400% during the last two decades, with a third of seniors misusing opioids prescribed to them for pain, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Increasing elder fraud a "huge concern," FBI and NYC officials say
The FBI says older Americans lost $4.8 billion through fraud in 2024, with reports of theft through fraud jumping 43% in just one year.
#ClubCalvi: CBS New York Book Club with Mary Calvi
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"Livonia Chow Mein" by Abigail Savitch-Lew is the new book for Club Calvi!
"Livonia Chow Mein," Abigail Savitch-Lew's debut novel, tells the story of four generations of a Chinese family and the impact of their restaurant on Jewish and Black residents of Brownsville, Brooklyn.
"Livonia Chow Mein" by Abigail Savitch-Lew is the next Readers' Choice for Club Calvi
The book is about a Chinese family that owns a restaurant in Brownsville, Brooklyn, and the restaurant's impact on the Jewish and Black residents over the course of a century.
Club Calvi's next book to be announced soon!
What should #ClubCalvi read next? Vote for either "A Killer in the Family" by Amin Ahmad, "Livonia Chow Mein" by Abigail Savitch-Lew, or "American Fantasy" by Emma Straub.
It's time to vote on Club Calvi's next book
It's your turn to pick which book #ClubCalvi will read next. Vote for either "A Killer in the Family" by Amin Ahmad, "Livonia Chow Mein" by Abigail Savitch-Lew, or "American Fantasy" by Emma Sraub.
Club Calvi has three novels for your reading list
Club Calvi says consider "The Hospital at the End of the World" by Justin C. Key, "The Found Object Society" by Michelle Maryk, and "The Society" by Karen Winn for your "to read" list.
#BetterTogether: Class Act with Chris Wragge
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#BetterTogether: Class Act with Chris Wragge
Bayside High School boasts CTE programs preparing students for the future
Bayside High School in Queens has six different career and technical education programs that are mandatory for all 3,000 students.
Bayside High School celebrates 90 years of excellence
Bayside High School alumni and staff cut a ribbon for the school's 90th birthday to start a month-long celebration.
Athletic director Joe Capuana reflects on what makes Bayside so special
Athletic director Joe Capuana is retiring after 30 years and describes what makes the Bayside High School Community like no other.
Class Act with Chris Wragge visits Bayside High School
CBS News New York's Chris Wragge takes us to Bayside High School, known for its six career and technical education programs preparing students for the future.
Sports medicine and management program creates special opportunities for students
One of the six CTE programs at Bayside High School is in sports medicine and management. It focuses on everything from medicine to physical therapy, rehab, coaching and much more. CBS News New York's Chris Wragge has the details.
Class Act with Chris Wragge visits Newark Tech
Class Act with Chris Wragge is back for our fourth season live from Newark Tech in Essex County, New Jersey.
Class Act with Chris Wragge announces 1st stop of new school year
Join us this Friday morning live from Newark Tech in New Jersey.
Commack High School's legendary band teacher retiring
Commack High School's legendary band teacher, Dr. Frank Hansen, is retiring after 40 years.
Commack High School packed with state-of-the-art programs
From its stock trading floor to an esports arena, Long Island's Commack High School has something for every student.
New York News
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NYC to begin enforcing storefront gate transparency law July 1
A 2009 New York City law requiring most roll-down security gates to be at least 70% transparent is set to take effect this summer.
NYPD mounted horse seen on video stopping thief has inspiring backstory
The horse captured on incredible body-cam footage last week of an NYPD mounted officer chasing down a suspected purse snatcher was rescued from slaughter off a racetrack.
NYPD narcotics dog saved by Narcan after ingesting fentanyl
An NYPD narcotics canine named Mulk is back on the job after a near-death experience during a drug busts in the Bronx and Manhattan.
Nearly 3 dozen arrested in Nassau County gang crackdown, police say
A crackdown on gang violence in Nassau County is delivering results with nearly three dozen arrests in the last week, police said.
2 vehicles seized after fiery Maspeth, Queens, car meetup
The NYPD has seized two of the vehicles it says were involved in a chaotic and fiery car meetup over the weekend in Queens.
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Colder weather returns to NYC area with sub-freezing temperatures in suburbs
Colder weather returns to the New York City area this week with sub-freezing temperatures in the suburbs.
Summertime weather continues with record highs in New York
New York City's balmy weather proved to be record-breaking for the date of April 15.
New Yorkers could see record highs with summerlike weather this week
Parts of the New York area could see record high temperatures during a summerlike stretch of weather this week.
New York weather stays cool Sunday before major warmup
A major warmup, featuring summer-like temperatures in the 80s, will take over the Eastern Seaboard beginning Monday.
First Alert Forecast: Warmer weather finally sticks around N.Y. area next week
New York City and the Tri-State Area are finally turning the corner to warmer weather this week.
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NYPD mounted horse seen on video stopping thief has inspiring backstory
The horse captured on incredible body-cam footage last week of an NYPD mounted officer chasing down a suspected purse snatcher was rescued from slaughter off a racetrack.
Pop-up JBJ Soul Kitchen in Tom's River will shut down at the end of the month
The pop-up JBJ Soul Kitchen at the Ocean County Library in Toms River, N.J. will shut down at the end of the month.
Massive fire burns through several homes in Ridgefield Park, N.J.
A large four-alarm fire ripped through multiple homes in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey, early Tuesday morning.
Some ways to find help caring for special needs adults
Federal law entitles students with disabilities to special education services until they turn 21. What happens next is what many caregivers call "the transition cliff."
Freeze warning in parts of N.Y., N.J. and Conn. puts plants, crops in jeopardy
Much of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut are under a freeze warning Monday night, and that means crops and plants are in danger of dying.
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Nearly 3 dozen arrested in Nassau County gang crackdown, police say
A crackdown on gang violence in Nassau County is delivering results with nearly three dozen arrests in the last week, police said.
Gilgo Beach serial killer admitted murders to his wife, documentary reveals
Rex Heuermann admitted in court earlier this month that he strangled all his victims to death, but his ex-wife Asa Ellerup heard his confession prior to his plea.
Stolen books worth millions found decades after their theft on Long Island
Decades after their theft, rare books worth millions were recovered in New York City after being stolen from venture capitalist John Hay Whitney's Long Island home.
John Gotti's grandson sentenced to 15 months for COVID fraud
John Gotti's grandson Carmine Agnello is headed to prison in connection with a COVID fraud scheme in New York.
Hofstra student diagnosed with severe autism at age 2 graduating with honors
A young Long Island man who overcame autism to graduate high school as valedictorian is now poised to graduate from Hofstra with top honors.
Politics
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Mayor Zohran Mamdani blamed by some for Mets' epic losing streak
There are some out there who believe Mayor Mamdani may have been the catalyst for the Mets' current 11-game losing streak.
NYC Council speaker agrees with pied-à-terre tax, but city still needs cuts
Menin's relationship with Mayor Zohran Mamdani is still a work in progress, but the two agree on Gov. Kathy Hochul's proposed pied-à-terre tax.
Obama meets Mamdani in New York City ahead of a preschool reading event
Former President Barack Obama met privately with New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani before joining together to read to preschoolers at a child care center in the Bronx.
Judge blocks Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna until antitrust suit resolved
The deal, approved by the FCC, would create a company that owns 265 television stations in 44 states and Washington, D.C.
Trump says Iranians have "agreed to everything," including removal of enriched uranium
President Trump spoke with CBS News Friday in a new telephone interview.
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Lustgarten Foundation NYC Walk for Cancer Research raises critical funds
The 16th Annual Lustgarten Foundation New York City Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research was held Sunday in Battery Park City.
N.Y. budget proposal could roll back biomarker testing coverage, advocates say
Advocates fear New York state could be taking a step back when it comes to biomarker testing access for those with Medicaid.
How a sinus infection led to emergency brain surgery for one L.I. teen
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Chronic pain could lead seniors to misuse opioids, experts warn
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
More serious mpox strain detected in NYC for first time
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
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Met Gala exhibit features mannequins with realistic, diverse bodies
The upcoming fashion exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art includes 25 mannequins based on real bodies.
New Prince song released to mark 10 years after superstar's death
A previously unreleased song is one of many ways Prince is being honored a decade after his death.
Gavin DeGraw wowed by NYC bartender after piano bar performance
Singer-songwriter Gavin DeGraw turned to social media for help reconnecting with a New York City bartender after a memorable performance this week.
Mayor Mamdani, wife Rama Duwaji to skip 2026 Met Gala, sources say
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his wife Rama Duwaji will not attend this year's Met Gala, sources said.
Staten Island's Wu-Tang Clan to enter the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
The Rock And Roll Hall of Fame unveiled its list of inductees for 2026, and it includes the Wu-Tang Clan, the legendary, local hip-hop collective.
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Mets drop their 12th straight as Williams struggles again in loss to Twins
New York lost its 12th consecutive game, falling 5-3 to the Twins on Tuesday night.
Stanton homers, adds 2-run double as Yankees shut out Red Sox 4-0
Giancarlo Stanton hit a solo homer in the second and added a two-run double as the New York Yankees extended their winning streak to four straight with a 4-0 win over the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday night.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani blamed by some for Mets' epic losing streak
There are some out there who believe Mayor Mamdani may have been the catalyst for the Mets' current 11-game losing streak.
Yankees pitcher Cam Schlittler says Red Sox fans have threatened him and family
Cam Schlittler, a native of Walpole, said he and his family have received threats from Red Sox fans ahead of his Fenway Park debut Thursday.
Knicks collapse in 4th quarter, fall to Hawks in Game 2
CJ McCollum scored 32 points and the Hawks rallied to stun the Knicks 107-106 on Monday night, tying their first-round playoff series at one game apiece.
Community Journalism
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NYC to begin enforcing storefront gate transparency law July 1
A 2009 New York City law requiring most roll-down security gates to be at least 70% transparent is set to take effect this summer.
Frightening elevator issues at Queens high-rise: "It's a ticking time bomb"
Recurring elevator problems are back and worse than ever at one New York City high-rise, according to tenants.
Brooklyn middle schoolers plant first pollinator garden in a Bay Ridge park
Students at M.S. 407 transform a barren space into a habitat for bees and butterflies, part of a broader city push to expand pollinator-friendly green spaces.
$9M investment will bring sensory rooms to Brooklyn elementary schools
Brooklyn officials announced a first-of-its-kind initiative to build sensory rooms in every District 75 elementary school.
NYC unveils Brooklyn Grand Army Plaza redesign for Prospect Park
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration unveiled a dramatic traffic redesign at Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza.
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See photos of the 2026 NYC Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
Halloween Dog Parade 2025 photos from Tompkins Square Park
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
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.
Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival 2025 in NYC
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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Bear removed after being spotted hanging out in tree in Albany, N.Y.
A bear was spotted lounging in a tree in Albany.
Hotels investing in sustainability
Wednesday is Earth Day, when the world focuses on ways to protect our planet and conserve resources. In the travel industry, some hotels and destinations are shifting to sustainability. Wendy Gillette reports.
NYC kicks off first-ever Urban Forest Plan
New York City kicked off its first-ever Urban Forest Plan on Tuesday.
Many residents lose everything in deadly Bronx building fire
At least two people were killed and 11 others were injured in the blaze in the Belmont section on Tuesday afternoon.
Opening statements begin for Harvey Weinstein rape retrial in NYC
Harvey Weinstein was back in a Manhattan courtroom Tuesday to face a rape charge for a third time. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer was there for opening statements.
