NYPD: Child, teen among 7 shot within 1 hour across NYC
Sources tell CBS2 neither victim knew the shooter and that they believe the kids were mistaken for gang members.
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Sources tell CBS2 neither victim knew the shooter and that they believe the kids were mistaken for gang members.
Sources tell CBS2 investigators believe the shooting may have been a case of mistaken identity.
Five to 10 minutes into preaching Sunday morning in Canarsie, Bishop Lamor Whitehead saw the door in the back of the room kick open.
The incident in the Bronx happened just before 5 a.m. at Commerce Avenue near Waterbury Avenue.
One man was shot four times in the chest.
Investigators believe the suspects were after a gold chain and Rolex watch the off-duty officer was wearing.
Dion Middleton, who worked as a firearms instructor, allegedly never reported what happened and went to work.
Police say the victim was shot in the hip.
Police say Dion Middleton is accused of fatally shooting 18-year-old Raymond Chaluisant overnight in the Bronx.
Officials say nearly 200 firearms were recovered between southeast Queens and the Soundview section of the Bronx.
Damon Streeter says the family moved out of the area two years ago to a home in New Jersey to escape gun violence.
The victims were taken to Kings County Hospital in stable condition. No arrests have been made.
He was identified as 14-year-old Justin Streeter, of Plainfield, New Jersey.
Police say 31-year-old Johnny Pizzaro was in charge of putting up "No Parking" signs for a shoot in the area.
Mecaira Bridgewater, a nanny, was walking her dog when she thought she heard fireworks. She quickly realized a bullet hit her leg.
CBS2 has learned the 46-year-old woman and her 13-year-old daughter were visiting from Texas.
The NYPD says at least eight people were injured in four separate shootings within a two-hour period Sunday night.
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Police are searching for at least two people who fled the scene.
Two children, including a 2-year-old in a stroller, were nearby. But they were not hurt, police said.
Police say someone in an Acura MDX opened fire, striking a 44-year-old man and a 28-year-old woman.
The 37-year-old told CBS2, "I was sleeping in my bed and it felt like my hand ... like something exploded in my hand."
After being shot, the driver continued across the bridge and crashed on the Bronx side.
Gov. Kathy Hochul says violence interrupters are working.
Gov. Kathy Hochul made an announcement about gun violence prevention on Thursday in Brooklyn.
Prosecutors said Matthew Smith fended off efforts to hand over his car keys before the crash that killed Nassau County police officer Patricia Espinosa.
Sexual assault survivors are blasting a report released by Columbia University regarding decades of abuse by Robert Hadden, a former gynecologist within the university's system.
Sexual assault survivors are blasting a report released by Columbia University regarding decades of abuse by Robert Hadden, a former gynecologist within the university's system. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
A Manorville breeder was charged with animal neglect after dogs and puppies were allegedly left alone in poor conditions as a blizzard struck New York.
Dan Sohail, 36, faces a number of federal and state charges, including hate crimes.
Matthew Smith, accused of driving drunk and killing an off-duty Nassau County police officer, is due back in court Friday.
Tens of thousands of dollars worth of walnuts were stolen in the Bronx earlier this month, New York State Police say.
The attacker rammed a vehicle into Temple Israel in West Bloomfield and opened fire, but he was the only one killed, law enforcement officials said.
New Yorkers lost about $6.5 billion to fraud schemes in 2025, according to a new report from the Consumer Federation of America.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
Prosecutors said Matthew Smith fended off efforts to hand over his car keys before the crash that killed Nassau County police officer Patricia Espinosa.
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Sexual assault survivors are blasting a report released by Columbia University regarding decades of abuse by Robert Hadden, a former gynecologist within the university's system.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
Periods of rain will move through the New York area Thursday, but spring temperatures are on the way for the weekend.
Snow and rain will make for messy morning and evening commutes for New Yorkers on Tuesday. It's a First Alert Weather Day.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
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Overhead wire problems at the Portal Bridge forced the suspension of some NJ Transit and Amtrak trains Friday.
A New Jersey toddler's death after falling more than 20 stories has prompted new legislation designed to ensure windows are properly guarded in apartment buildings across the state.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
Prosecutors said Matthew Smith fended off efforts to hand over his car keys before the crash that killed Nassau County police officer Patricia Espinosa.
A Manorville breeder was charged with animal neglect after dogs and puppies were allegedly left alone in poor conditions as a blizzard struck New York.
A father and son died in an overnight fire on Long Island. Kenneth Roberts, 42, and his son Mekhi, 12, were trapped in intense smoke inside a basement apartment.
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President Trump ordered the release of 172 million barrels of oil from the U.S.'s Strategic Petroleum Reserve on Wednesday, after oil prices rocketed to their highest levels in years amid the U.S.'s war with Iran.
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A new study shows toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS may be entering the food chain on Long Island through contaminated soil, water and air.
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Failed contract agreements between Mount Sinai and Anthem have caused thousands of New York patients to lose in-network care.
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Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
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Justin Timberlake is suing Sag Harbor to prevent the release of bodycam video of his 2024 arrest for driving while intoxicated on Long Island.
The Los Angeles Kings held off the New York Islanders 3-2 on Friday night.
Alexis Lafreniere had a goal and an assist to lead the New York Rangers to a 6-3 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Thursday night.
The Hawks extended the NBA's longest current winning streak to eight games, beating the Nets 108-97 on Thursday night.
Mikael Backlund recorded his 600th career NHL point with a third-period goal in the Flames' 5-4 win over the Devils on Thursday night.
Zuby Ejiofor had 21 points as No. 13 St. John's opened the defense of last year's Big East Tournament title with an 85-72 win over Providence in the quarterfinals Thursday.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
Neighbors and local businesses in Long Island City, Queens, say rental trucks parked on streets are impacting daily operations.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
Manhattan historians recently discovered a link to the Underground Railroad at the Merchant's House Museum.
The National Dance Institute in Harlem hosts a special camp twice a year to bring together dancers with and without special needs for a dance camp, proving anyone can take center stage.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
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