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2 tornadoes confirmed in northern New Jersey
There were two confirmed tornadoes in northern New Jersey on Tuesday.
Storms flood roads, bring down trees across NYC area for 2nd time in a week
Tuesday's storms flooded roads and brought down trees across New York City and its suburbs.
Severe weather ends overnight, scattered storms continue Wednesday
Severe weather has been impacting the entire region on Tuesday, with watches and warnings throughout the CBS News New York viewing area.
34 cooling towers on UES tested positive for live Legionella, officials say
Thirty-four cooling towers at 33 buildings on the Upper East Side tested positive for live Legionella bacteria, the New York City Health Department announced Tuesday.
Man accused in attack on 26 Federal Plaza detained, judge rules
Andrew Arrabaca, the U.S. Army veteran arrested after allegedly shooting off a pellet gun and setting a fire outside 26 Federal Plaza, was in court Tuesday afternoon.
Woman's death in Bronx puts spotlight on NYS probe of unlawful medical spas
The death of a woman who visited a Bronx lifestyle center for a popular anti-aging injection is raising questions about the safety of treatments used to keep people beautiful.
Manhattan homeless encampments continue to stir up controversy
Despite promises of action from Mayor Zohran Mamdani, the blocks-long homeless encampments on the West Side of Manhattan continue to stir controversy.
Widow of NYC man who died from Legionnaires' disease plans to file lawsuit
An attorney representing an Upper East Side woman whose husband just died from Legionnaires' disease is planning to take legal action.
Software error improperly registered 6,600 noncitizens to vote, N.J. gov. says
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill said a preliminary analysis showed that fewer than 400 of the people registered that way went on to cast ballots.
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First Alert Weather: Chance of storms Wednesday in New York - 7/21/26
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for July 21 at 11 p.m.
Electrical transformer catches fire outside Nassau County Court Building
An electrical transformer caught fire outside the Nassau County Court Building on Long Island on Tuesday.
5th death reported in NYC Legionnaires' disease cluster
New York City health officials say there is now a fifth death in the Legionnaires' disease cluster on the Upper East Side.
Mamdani acknowledges he doesn't have the authority to arrest Netanyahu
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is now saying his administration does not have the legal authority to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
U.S. service member from Queens killed during Iranian attack in Jordan
The third U.S. service member killed during an Iranian attack in Jordan is from Ozone Park, Queens.
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First Alert Weather: Chance of storms Wednesday in New York - 7/21/26
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for July 21 at 11 p.m.
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.
First Alert Weather: Beat the Heat
What is a heat advisory? Excessive heat warning? Heat wave?
NYC once again faces summer's swelter. Because heat can be deadly, understanding heat related advisories, watches and warnings can save lives.
Heat stroke symptoms to watch for in people and pets
In the New York City alone, heat is blamed for hundreds of deaths each year, especially during heat waves.
Heat waves take a mental health toll
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.
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Manhattan homeless encampments continue to stir up controversy
Despite promises of action from Mayor Zohran Mamdani, the blocks-long homeless encampments on the West Side of Manhattan continue to stir controversy.
Mamdani doubles down on threat to arrest Israeli PM Netanyahu
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is doubling down on his promise to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu when he arrives for the United Nations General Assembly in a few weeks.
Mayor Mamdani watches World Cup match with Rikers Island inmates
More than 100 inmates at the sprawling Rikers Island correctional facility gathered in a gymnasium at the complex's main intake center to watch Wednesday's semifinal match between England and Argentina.
Mayor Mamdani unveils report to improve living conditions for NYC tenants
The "Rental Ripoff" report was released Thursday morning, stemming from months of hearings where hundreds of tenants across the city stepped forward to air their grievances.
NYC midway through West Side homeless encampment outreach
New York City officials confirmed Wednesday that outreach teams were midway through efforts to help the homeless at a sprawling West Side encampment before dismantling their living spaces.
Homeless encampments on Manhattan's West Side "will be cleaned up," Mamdani says
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said Tuesday homeless encampments along Manhattan's far West Side will be cleaned up.
NYC investing more than $67 million in preschool special education
Specialized New York City public school programs Nest, Horizon, AIMS, Path and ACES will become available in 14 districts across the five boroughs starting in the fall.
NYPD parking lot in East Village to be turned into affordable housing
An NYPD parking lot in the East Village in Lower Manhattan will soon transform into more affordable housing.
Mamdani pressed for answers on West Side's growing homeless encampment
New York City has been accused of being too slow to respond to the homeless encampment growing between the Intrepid Museum and Javits Center.
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Spain wins 2026 FIFA World Cup with grueling 1-0 win over Argentina
Spain dominated the match, outshooting Argentina 20-3, but couldn't manage a goal in regulation.
Staten Island kids perform at World Cup halftime show with Shakira & more
Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS and Shakira each brought a bit of one of their hits to the World Cup's first halftime show in a whirlwind performance Sunday that also squeezed in Burna Boy, Ted Lasso and many Muppets.
Fans who couldn't score World Cup final tickets head to NYC watch parties
Celebrations got underway in NYC on Sunday after Spain beat defending champions Argentina for the FIFA World Cup win.
Hundreds of fans pack American Dream mall to watch World Cup final
Hundreds of fans packed the American Dream mall on Sunday to watch the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain on a big screen and inside restaurants.
England holds on to defeat France 6-4 in wild World Cup third place match
It was the highest-scoring World Cup game since Hungary beat El Salvador 10-1 in 1982.
A look back at the 2022 FIFA World Cup final
As the 2026 World Cup draws to an end, take a look back at the memorable 2022 final match between Argentina and France.
How do Spain and Argentina stack up? World Cup final teams by the numbers.
Forty-eight nations competed in the largest FIFA World Cup in history and two are left standing, with Spain in search of its second World Cup title and Argentina shooting for back-to-back championships.
P.S. 22 chorus to take part in World Cup Final halftime show
The students at the Staten Island school will be joining forces with superstars like Madonna, Justin Bieber and BTS. CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu spoke with the young singers set to take a big stage.
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Luis Miguel Echegaray, or "LME" as he is known, is a sportswriter, reporter and analyst with deep soccer expertise.
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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.
Woman's death in Bronx puts spotlight on NYS probe of unlawful medical spas
The death of a woman who visited a Bronx lifestyle center for a popular anti-aging injection is raising questions about the safety of treatments used to keep people beautiful.
New York's housing crisis a goldmine for fraudsters, data shows
Complaints about New York rental schemes jumped 55% over the last few years, according to new data obtained by CBS News New York.
What to know before participating or voting in a viral online competition
Viral online competitions offer thousands of dollars in prizes and donate part of the money raised to charity, but what should you know before you enter or donate?
Developer behind unstable NYC building accused of construction defects
The developer behind the East Side high rise that sparked stability concerns and evacuations this week is currently facing two lawsuits.
NYC prosecutors face hurdles in crackdown on crimes involving crypto
Prosecutors across New York City say they're fighting back against an increase in crimes involving cryptocurrency, but it appears they have their work cut out for them.
New work requirements to keep SNAP benefits causing confusion
CBS News New York Investigates is looking into Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits, and the new work requirements in order to keep them.
Queens man allegedly stole deed from woman with dementia
A Queens man has been charged with deed theft after the New York Attorney General accused him of forging paperwork to steal the home of a woman with dementia.
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NYC Summer Streets 2026 dates and locations in every borough
New York City's popular Summer Streets events are back for 2026, with new hours in some boroughs based on community feedback.
Empire State Building lights up for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding
The Empire State Building lit up in blue for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding Friday night.
Who climbed the Empire State Building? Here's what we know.
The two people taken into custody for climbing New York City's Empire State Building where they apparently got engaged have been identified as Ivan Kuznetsov, 32, and Angela Nikolau, 33.
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Zac Thornton gets his 1st career win as Mets shut out Brewers 4-0
The New York Mets blanked the Milwaukee Brewers 4-0 on Tuesday night.
Jazz Chisholm hits 2 more homers as Yankees club Pirates
Jazz Chisholm Jr. homered in consecutive at-bats against All-Star Braxton Ashcraft and drove in five runs, powering the Yankees to an 8-5 victory over the Pirates on Monday night.
Brewers get to Freddy Peralta early, cruise to win over Mets
Cooper Pratt hit his first major league homer to help spoil Freddy Peralta's return to Milwaukee as the Brewers defeated the Mets 8-3 on Monday night.
Yankees beat Dodgers 2-1 to split doubleheader
Five Yankees pitchers combined on a four-hitter as New York edged the Dodgers 2-1 to split their day-night doubleheader Sunday.
McLean strikes out 10, Lindor homers to lead Mets past Phillies 6-1
The New York Mets won a series in Philadelphia for the first time in nearly four years, beating the Phillies 6-1 on Sunday.
Cost of Caregiving
Cost of Caregiving
The Cost of Caregiving: When does driving among senior citizens become a concern?
CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram has more on how seniors get around after handing over the keys.
Seniors are spending more time on their phones, AARP says
The number of older adults using smartphones soared from 55% in 2016 to 90% now, according to the AARP. That makes senior citizens one of the fastest growing groups using digital devices.
Seniors are spending more and more time on their phones
The number of older adults using smartphones soared from 55% in 2016 to 90% now, according to the AARP. That makes senior citizens one of the fastest growing groups using digital devices. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Caregiver support center helps loved ones facing life-changing diagnoses
Marian Hamilton founded the Ken Hamilton Caregivers Center in Westchester after caring for her husband with mesothelioma. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
Most elder abuse cases go unreported in New York. How to spot the signs.
A report from the NYC Department of Aging shows 15% of 8,600 older adults surveyed admitted to experiencing some form of elder abuse.
#ClubCalvi: CBS New York Book Club with Mary Calvi
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Bestselling author Jo Piazza talks about her latest book "The Parisian Heist"
"The Parisian Heist" by Jo Piazza unites two time-lines, one involving an American art student and a billionaire family, the other involving the woman who created the legend behind artist Vincent Van Gogh
Book Club: The Parisian Heist by Jo Piazza
Mary Calvi sits down with author Jo Piazza to discuss her book "The Parisian Heist", where an American artist in Paris becomes entangled in an art heist at the Musée d'Orsay while uncovering dark secrets of a wealthy family's past.
Emily Giffin on "Love You More" and second chances
Emily Giffin's new book, "Love You More" is about a New York City woman, newly engage, whose life is upended after a call from her first love
Author Emily Giffin on her book "Love You More"
Readers know it's summer when there's a new book by New York Times bestselling author Emily Giffin.
Rob Hart talks about "Three Hitmen and a baby," the latest in his "Assassins Anonymous" series
Author Rob Hart talks to Club Calvi about "Three Hitmen and a Baby," the third book in his hit "Assassins Anonymous" series
#BetterTogether: Class Act with Chris Wragge
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Class Act visits The Urban Assembly Maker Academy
The Urban Assembly Maker Academy in Manhattan is built around career and technical education pathways with hands-on learning in the classroom.
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.
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Man accused in attack on 26 Federal Plaza detained, judge rules
Andrew Arrabaca, the U.S. Army veteran arrested after allegedly shooting off a pellet gun and setting a fire outside 26 Federal Plaza, was in court Tuesday afternoon.
Storms flood roads, bring down trees across NYC area for 2nd time in a week
Tuesday's storms flooded roads and brought down trees across New York City and its suburbs.
Woman's death in Bronx puts spotlight on NYS probe of unlawful medical spas
The death of a woman who visited a Bronx lifestyle center for a popular anti-aging injection is raising questions about the safety of treatments used to keep people beautiful.
34 cooling towers on UES tested positive for live Legionella, officials say
Thirty-four cooling towers at 33 buildings on the Upper East Side tested positive for live Legionella bacteria, the New York City Health Department announced Tuesday.
Manhattan homeless encampments continue to stir up controversy
Despite promises of action from Mayor Zohran Mamdani, the blocks-long homeless encampments on the West Side of Manhattan continue to stir controversy.
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Severe weather sparks tornadoes, flooding across Tri-State Area
Severe weather impacted the entire region on Tuesday, with watches and warnings throughout the CBS News New York viewing area.
Stormy weather returns to NYC area Tuesday after a brief reprieve
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area Tuesday after a brief reprieve.
Severe storms cause flash flooding across New York, New Jersey
Storms brought flooding rains, damaging winds, hail and lightning to New York and New Jersey on Saturday.
Stormy weather returns to the Tri-State Area this weekend
While the air quality is improving, haze still lingers as New Yorkers brace for upcoming rain and possibly severe storms Saturday.
Tornado warning expires in N.J., more stormy weather returns this weekend
A tornado warning was issued in parts of New Jersey on Thursday evening.
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2 tornadoes confirmed in northern New Jersey
There were two confirmed tornadoes in northern New Jersey on Tuesday.
Severe weather sparks tornadoes, flooding across Tri-State Area
Severe weather impacted the entire region on Tuesday, with watches and warnings throughout the CBS News New York viewing area.
6 indicted in killing of social media influencer on Cross County Parkway
There have been major developments in the case of a social media influencer who was gunned down last summer on the Cross County Parkway in Westchester.
2 kids killed in New Jersey boating crash, police say
Two young children were killed during the crash in Barnegat Bay between Berkeley Township and Seaside Heights on Sunday night.
Staten Island kids perform at World Cup halftime show with Shakira & more
Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS and Shakira each brought a bit of one of their hits to the World Cup's first halftime show in a whirlwind performance Sunday that also squeezed in Burna Boy, Ted Lasso and many Muppets.
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Electrical transformer catches fire outside Nassau County Court Building
An electrical transformer caught fire outside the Nassau County Court Building on Long Island on Tuesday.
Birthday party held for facility dogs at Long Island Children's Hospital
There was a special celebration at Long Island Children's Hospital on Tuesday for two facility dogs who bring comfort to young patients. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
When does driving among senior citizens become a concern?
Studies show older adults are among the safest drivers on the road, but crashes involving seniors are on the rise.
Severe weather sparks tornadoes, flooding across Tri-State Area
Severe weather impacted the entire region on Tuesday, with watches and warnings throughout the CBS News New York viewing area.
Man who killed Nassau officer in DWI crash to serve at least 7 years in prison
Matthew Smith, 21, pleaded guilty to driving drunk and crashing his pickup truck into Patricia Espinosa's car, killing her.
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Manhattan homeless encampments continue to stir up controversy
Despite promises of action from Mayor Zohran Mamdani, the blocks-long homeless encampments on the West Side of Manhattan continue to stir controversy.
Widow of NYC man who died from Legionnaires' disease plans to file lawsuit
An attorney representing an Upper East Side woman whose husband just died from Legionnaires' disease is planning to take legal action.
Software error improperly registered 6,600 noncitizens to vote, N.J. gov. says
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill said a preliminary analysis showed that fewer than 400 of the people registered that way went on to cast ballots.
Mamdani doubles down on threat to arrest Israeli PM Netanyahu
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is doubling down on his promise to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu when he arrives for the United Nations General Assembly in a few weeks.
Are democratic socialists the new political force in the nation?
Democratic socialists have had a number of big victories lately, both in the New York City area and nationally. That begs the question: are they the new political force in the United States?
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34 cooling towers on UES tested positive for live Legionella, officials say
Thirty-four cooling towers at 33 buildings on the Upper East Side tested positive for live Legionella bacteria, the New York City Health Department announced Tuesday.
Widow of NYC man who died from Legionnaires' disease plans to file lawsuit
An attorney representing an Upper East Side woman whose husband just died from Legionnaires' disease is planning to take legal action.
When does driving among senior citizens become a concern?
Studies show older adults are among the safest drivers on the road, but crashes involving seniors are on the rise.
3 dead in Upper East Side Legionnaires' disease cluster, officials say
For the third day in a row, the NYC Health Department has announced a death in the Upper East Side Legionnaires' disease cluster.
2nd death reported in UES Legionnaires' disease cluster, health officials say
A second death has been reported in connection to the Legionnaires' disease cluster on the Upper East Side, health officials said Saturday.
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Staten Island kids perform at World Cup halftime show with Shakira & more
Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS and Shakira each brought a bit of one of their hits to the World Cup's first halftime show in a whirlwind performance Sunday that also squeezed in Burna Boy, Ted Lasso and many Muppets.
Brenda Fricker, Oscar winner who played Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2," dies
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
Sam Neill, "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano" star, dies at 78
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
Jay-Z concert delayed for hours after ticketless fans rush Yankee Stadium
The final show of Jay-Z's anniversary concert series at Yankee Stadium was delayed for hours after hundreds of ticketless fans flooded the gates and breached security, according to officials.
Jay-Z kicks off Yankee Stadium concerts with special guests Beyoncé, Nas
Jay-Z and some very special guests took over Yankee Stadium on Friday night, performing to a sold-out crowd.
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Zac Thornton gets his 1st career win as Mets shut out Brewers 4-0
The New York Mets blanked the Milwaukee Brewers 4-0 on Tuesday night.
Jazz Chisholm hits 2 more homers as Yankees club Pirates
Jazz Chisholm Jr. homered in consecutive at-bats against All-Star Braxton Ashcraft and drove in five runs, powering the Yankees to an 8-5 victory over the Pirates on Monday night.
Brewers get to Freddy Peralta early, cruise to win over Mets
Cooper Pratt hit his first major league homer to help spoil Freddy Peralta's return to Milwaukee as the Brewers defeated the Mets 8-3 on Monday night.
Yankees beat Dodgers 2-1 to split doubleheader
Five Yankees pitchers combined on a four-hitter as New York edged the Dodgers 2-1 to split their day-night doubleheader Sunday.
McLean strikes out 10, Lindor homers to lead Mets past Phillies 6-1
The New York Mets won a series in Philadelphia for the first time in nearly four years, beating the Phillies 6-1 on Sunday.
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Meal delivery program offers food and connection for NYC veterans
A specialized program from God's Love We Deliver is serving nearly 400 veterans with medically tailored meals, while helping combat isolation and ease the challenges of life after military service.
Brooklyn mini marsh uses mussels, greenery to clean polluted waterway
The Newtown Creek Alliance community science project gives students hands-on experience monitoring the health of one of the most polluted waterways in the U.S.
World Cup gives NYC bars a boost, hotel industry says bookings fell short
The FIFA World Cup is delivering a business boost for many bars and restaurants across New York City, but not every industry is seeing the same payoff.
NYC children hoping to set world record visit over 40 playgrounds in 1 day
Two Upper West Side children went on a mission to visit 40 playgrounds in one day, hoping to set a record.
Latin jazz legend Eddie Palmieri remembered with NYC street re-naming
Eddie Palmieri, the East Harlem legend who revolutionized Latin music, now has a street renamed in his honor.
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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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First Alert Weather: Chance of storms Wednesday in New York - 7/21/26
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for July 21 at 11 p.m.
Electrical transformer catches fire outside Nassau County Court Building
An electrical transformer caught fire outside the Nassau County Court Building on Long Island on Tuesday.
5th death reported in NYC Legionnaires' disease cluster
New York City health officials say there is now a fifth death in the Legionnaires' disease cluster on the Upper East Side.
Mamdani acknowledges he doesn't have the authority to arrest Netanyahu
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is now saying his administration does not have the legal authority to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
U.S. service member from Queens killed during Iranian attack in Jordan
The third U.S. service member killed during an Iranian attack in Jordan is from Ozone Park, Queens.
