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CBS News Radio anchors reflect on their legacy before final sign-off
Friday at 11 p.m. will be the final sign-off for CBS News Radio, home of the "World News Roundup" and several generations of the best in the business.
Thousands of LIRR riders will be refunded for strike-related service disruptions
The MTA is moving forward with refunds for thousands of LIRR commuters who were left dealing with three days of service disruptions as workers went on strike.
School bus in the Bronx with 30 kids on board partially falls into hole
A school bus with 30 kids on board partially fell into a hole in the Bronx Wednesday afternoon.
Summer travelers face "vacation inflation" as airfare, gas prices rise
Gas prices, airfares, accommodations and other vacation essentials are more expensive this year compared to last year.
Brooklyn serial killer sentenced to 30 years in prison
A Brooklyn man who admitted murdering three elderly women was sentenced to 30 years to life in prison Wednesday.
2 fires near train tracks in Philadelphia disrupt Amtrak, SEPTA service
Two fires near train tracks in North Philly impacted Amtrak and SEPTA service between Philadelphia and New York on Wednesday.
U.S. indicts Cuba's Raúl Castro for murder over downing of planes in 1996
Former Cuban leader Raúl Castro was indicted by a U.S. grand jury in connection with the Cuban military's fatal downing of two planes in 1996 — an escalation in the U.S. pressure campaign against the Cuban government.
NYPD splits Bronx into 2 patrol boroughs, increases summer patrols citywide
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch and Gov. Kathy Hochul were all on hand Wednesday morning to officially launch a split of the Bronx into two separate police boroughs, called Bronx North and Bronx South.
Watchdog group urges criminal investigation into former NYC Mayor Eric Adams
A New York City watchdog group is urging the Manhattan District Attorney to open an investigation into federal charges that were dropped against former Mayor Eric Adams.
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First Alert Weather 7 p.m. storm update 5/20/2026
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for May 20 at 7 p.m.
Saliva test to detect drugs is a game changer for DWI enforcement, police say
Police on Long Island are now using a roadside saliva test that can detect marijuana use and other drugs in minutes. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Penn Station redevelopment plan keeps Madison Square Garden in place
The Trump administration says it has chosen a redesign for the Penn Station redevelopment plan that will keep Madison Square Garden in place.
Prisoner who escaped in Brooklyn now back in custody
Police say a prisoner who escaped police custody Tuesday was found and arrested Wednesday morning.
Investigating NYC manhole cover complaints after woman's fatal fall
New Yorkers were shocked this week when a Westchester County woman fell into an uncovered manhole in Midtown and later died. The incident sparked questions about just how widespread manhole complaints are across the city. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
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Severe storms moving through Tri-State Area
CBS News New York's Scott Padgett has your First Alert Forecast for May 20 at 8 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.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani
NYC rent freeze could be a disaster, landlord advocate says
The Rent Guidelines Board might be on the verge of fulfilling Mayor Zohran Mamdani's signature campaign promise after it voted to support hikes ranging from 0-4%.
NYC Rent Guidelines Board proposes potential increases for rent-stabilized apartments
New York City's Rent Guidelines Board held a preliminary vote Thursday proposing a potential increase for 1 million rent-stabilized apartments across the five boroughs.
Former Mayor Adams accuses Mamdani of "dividing our city by demonizing success"
Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams is weighing in on the ongoing war of words between Mayor Zohran Mamdani and billionaire Ken Griffin.
NYC pied-à-terre tax makes it into $268 billion state budget
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a $268 billion budget that includes a pied-à-terre tax targeting wealthy New York City second home owners.
NYPD captain transferred after appearing to call Mamdani "expendable"
An NYPD captain has been transferred after video surfaced of him criticizing New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Democrats while on duty.
Billionaire Ken Griffin says NYC Mayor Mamdani "put me in harm's way"
Billionaire Ken Griffin says being New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's poster boy for a tax-the-rich campaign put his life in danger.
5 new public schools opening in NYC, including hip-hop school
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Public Schools Chancellor Kamar Samuels announced five new schools opening in the Bronx and Queens.
NYC comptroller gives thumbs up to proposed pied-à-terre tax
New York City Comptroller Mark Levine is giving a thumbs up to Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani's proposed pied-à-terre tax. His approval, however, comes with several caveats.
Applications open for free child care program for NYC workers
Applications for the Little Apple program open Thursday. It will provide full-day care for 40 children ranging from 6 weeks to 3 years old.
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Knowing the risks and red flags of buying used cars
Hidden damage and even fake titles can lead to big problems for car buyers.
What is NYC doing to keep day cares safe amid universal child care expansion?
What is New York City doing to keep day cares safe, and how will safety play into the mayor's plans for universal child care across the city?
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.
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L.A. teen accepted to 65 colleges chooses Columbia with a dream to pay it forward
A Los Angeles teen who got accepted to an astonishing 65 colleges is headed to Columbia University with a dream to pay it forward.
See the best looks of the Met Gala 2026
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
World's oldest nun celebrates 113th birthday on Long Island
Sister Francis Piscatella, New York's oldest person, celebrated her 113th birthday and Pope Leo XIV sent a blessing from the Vatican for the occasion.
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Mets defeat Yankees 7-6 after Taylor's stunning 3-run blast off Bednar
Tyrone Taylor hit a game-tying three-run homer off All-Star closer David Bednar with two outs in the ninth as the Mets rallied to defeat the Yankees in 10.
Mets defeat Yankees 6-3 after Weaver escapes bases-loaded jam
Luke Weaver escaped a bases-loaded, no-outs jam against his former team as the Mets beat the Yankees Saturday night to even the Subway Series.
Anunoby practices with Knicks again, says hamstring pain is not as bad
Anunoby has the maximum amount of time to rest before Game 1 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals.
Exorbitant World Cup ticket prices creating sticker shock for soccer fans
FIFA President Gianni Infantino joked that if someone does pay $2 million for a ticket to the World Cup final, "I will personally bring him a hot dog and a Coke."
Gerrit Cole reaches 99.6 mph in 6th rehab start as Yankees return looms
Cole likely has one more minor league rehab start in his recovery from elbow surgery before he rejoins the New York Yankees starting rotation.
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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.
More older people being targeted with fraud schemes, FBI says
The FBI says older Americans lost $4.8 billion lost through fraud in 2024, with reports of theft through fraud jumping 43% in just one year. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
New Yorkers unretiring due to financial outlook, AARP says
As the cost of living rises and some investments turn shaky, the financial outlook is forcing some New Yorkers to come out of retirement.
New Yorkers unretiring due to financial outlook, AARP says
The American workforce bustles with an estimated 38 million people ages 55 and older, according to AARP. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports.
#ClubCalvi: CBS New York Book Club with Mary Calvi
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#ClubCalvi: CBS New York Book Club with Mary Calvi
Author Abigail Savitch-Lew discusses "Livonia Chow Mein"
Abigail Savitch-Lew sat down with Mary Calvi to discuss her book "Livonia Chow Mein," set in Brownsville, Brooklyn.
Club Calvi talks to bestselling authors James & Susan Patterson about their new book
"The Mother-Daughter Book Club" is the latest collaboration between husband and wife co-authors, James and Susan Patterson.
Susan and James Patterson discuss "The Mother-Daughter Book Club"
James Patterson is the most popular storyteller in the world. His latest co-author holds a special place in his heart, his wife Susan. They spoke with Mary Calvi about their new book, "The Mother-Daughter Book Club."
Marie Benedict on "Daughter of Egypt," fierce women, forgotten legacies
Marie Benedict's new novel reimagines the lives of a woman who was key in the discovery of King Tut's tomb and a female Pharoah of Egypt.
Marie Benedict on "Daughter of Egypt," fierce women, forgotten legacies
Readers know they can count on author Marie Benedict for riveting historical fiction about fascinating women. Her new book "Daughter of Egypt" was an instant New York Times bestseller. The novel uses two timelines and two points of view to reimagine the lives of two women: Lady Evelyn Herbert, who was crucial in discovery of King Tut's tomb, and Hatshepsut, who was a powerful female Pharoah of ancient Egypt. Mary Calvi talked to Benedict about what drew her to the two women.
#BetterTogether: Class Act with Chris Wragge
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#BetterTogether: Class Act with Chris Wragge
Class Act with Chris Wragge headed to Commack High School
Join us this Friday morning as we go live from Commack High School on Long Island.
Lodi High School raising chickens as part of agricultural program
Chickens have stolen the hearts of the entire student body at Lodi High School in Bergen County, New Jersey.
Lodi High School offers hands-on experience in med lab
Lodi High School in New Jersey boasts a state-of-the-art medical lab that features patient intake, diagnostic tools, phlebotomy training and virtual reality goggles, for starters.
Class Act with Chris Wragge coming to Lodi, New Jersey
Chris Wragge is headed to Lodi High School in New Jersey for our next Class Act.
Class Act visits Denzel Washington School of the Arts
Denzel Washington School of the Arts in Mount Vernon prepares students for college and careers in the arts industry.
Our next Class Act school visit announced
CBS News New York's Class Act with Chris Wragge is headed to a special school this Friday in Mount Vernon.
Morristown High School welcomes Class Act with Chris Wragge
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's many clubs keeping history alive
Morristown High School opened its doors on December 13, 1869 on Maple Avenue.
Morristown High celebrates diverse, bilingual student body
Morristown High School serves a diverse population of more than 1,900 students, and roughly half are Spanish speaking.
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3 women charged in connection to 7-year-old girl's death on Long Island
A woman, her mother and her daughter have all been charged in connection a child's death on Long Island.
NJ Transit service resumes at Penn Station New York after brush fire
NJ Transit rail service into and out of Penn Station New York resumed Wednesday night after a brush fire caused a suspension.
Saliva test to detect drugs is a game changer for DWI enforcement, police say
Police on Long Island are now using a roadside saliva test that can detect marijuana use and other drugs in minutes.
Questions about manhole complaints in NYC arise after woman falls to her death
The shocking incident sparked questions about just how widespread manhole complaints are across New York City.
NYC Council Speaker Julie Menin rekindles school buffer zones bill
Last month, Mayor Zohran Mamdani vetoed the controversial "buffer zone" bill for protests outside of New York City schools. City Council Speaker Julie Menin is now trying to make changes to keep the mayor from vetoing it again.
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Severe storms move through region as unseasonably hot weather continues
New York City and most of New Jersey are under a heat advisory as the unseasonably hot and humid weather continues.
Heat advisory, air quality alert for NYC, N.J. for hottest day of the year so far
New York City and New Jersey are under a heat advisory and air quality alert as the hazy and humid weather settles in across the Tri-State Area.
New York, New Jersey set for warmest weekend weather of the year so far
The weekend is set to be the warmest of the year so far with summer-like weather across the Tri-State Area.
Scattered showers across the Tri-State Area before major weekend warmup
Keep an umbrella nearby as there's a chance for showers across the New York and New Jersey area. But the weather will turn to sunshine and warm temperatures for the weekend.
Keep the umbrella handy for potential showers across the Tri-State Area
The weather on Wednesday will be a mix of sunshine and clouds with the potential for a shower in New York City. In the evening, rain becomes more widespread.
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N.J. governor declares state of emergency after April freeze damaged crops
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency because freezing temperatures this spring damaged crops at local farms.
NJ Transit service resumes at Penn Station New York after brush fire
NJ Transit rail service into and out of Penn Station New York resumed Wednesday night after a brush fire caused a suspension.
Video shows chaos break out at Long Branch, N.J., pop-up gathering
A Jersey Shore community had to implement a curfew and use its public alert system to tell residents to take shelter after authorities say several hundred teenagers and young adults came to the beachfront for a pop-up gathering.
Severe storms move through region as unseasonably hot weather continues
New York City and most of New Jersey are under a heat advisory as the unseasonably hot and humid weather continues.
1.8-magnitude earthquake hits near Gladstone, N.J.
A 1.8-magnitude earthquake shook near Gladstone, New Jersey, Tuesday afternoon.
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3 women charged in connection to 7-year-old girl's death on Long Island
A woman, her mother and her daughter have all been charged in connection a child's death on Long Island.
Saliva test to detect drugs is a game changer for DWI enforcement, police say
Police on Long Island are now using a roadside saliva test that can detect marijuana use and other drugs in minutes.
Thousands of LIRR riders will be refunded for strike-related service disruptions
The MTA is moving forward with refunds for thousands of LIRR commuters who were left dealing with three days of service disruptions as workers went on strike.
Severe storms move through region as unseasonably hot weather continues
New York City and most of New Jersey are under a heat advisory as the unseasonably hot and humid weather continues.
Heat advisory, air quality alert for NYC, N.J. for hottest day of the year so far
New York City and New Jersey are under a heat advisory and air quality alert as the hazy and humid weather settles in across the Tri-State Area.
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NYC Council Speaker Julie Menin rekindles school buffer zones bill
Last month, Mayor Zohran Mamdani vetoed the controversial "buffer zone" bill for protests outside of New York City schools. City Council Speaker Julie Menin is now trying to make changes to keep the mayor from vetoing it again.
U.S. indicts Cuba's Raúl Castro for murder over downing of planes in 1996
Former Cuban leader Raúl Castro was indicted by a U.S. grand jury in connection with the Cuban military's fatal downing of two planes in 1996 — an escalation in the U.S. pressure campaign against the Cuban government.
NYPD splits Bronx into 2 patrol boroughs, increases summer patrols citywide
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch and Gov. Kathy Hochul were all on hand Wednesday morning to officially launch a split of the Bronx into two separate police boroughs, called Bronx North and Bronx South.
Watchdog group urges criminal investigation into former NYC Mayor Eric Adams
A New York City watchdog group is urging the Manhattan District Attorney to open an investigation into federal charges that were dropped against former Mayor Eric Adams.
Barney Frank, Massachusetts congressman for 32 years, dies at 86
Barney Frank, a Democrat who represented Massachusetts in Congress for 32 years, has died. He was 86 years old.
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AIDS Walk New York 2026 draws thousands for largest HIV/AIDS fundraiser
Thousands of people showed up bright and early for AIDS Walk New York 2026, the largest HIV and AIDS fundraiser in the U.S., in Central Park on Sunday.
New York doctor who survived Ebola says he fears for healthcare workers
A New York doctor who contracted and survived Ebola more than a decade ago says he is worried for healthcare workers who are at the center of treating the latest outbreak.
Changes to N.Y. medical fund could impact children's healthcare
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed millions to keep the program open, but the reforms would cut reimbursement rates for private duty nurses.
New Yorker describes hantavirus quarantine experience after cruise ship outbreak
A New York native is among 16 American passengers who are quarantining in Nebraska after being on the cruise ship that is at the center of the deadly hantavirus outbreak.
How concerned should New Yorkers be about hantavirus?
American passengers on the MV Hondius cruise ship, which was hit with a deadly outbreak of the hantavirus, are back in the U.S. Three of the at least 10 people confirmed infected in the outbreak have died.
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CBS News Radio anchors reflect on their legacy before final sign-off
Friday at 11 p.m. will be the final sign-off for CBS News Radio, home of the "World News Roundup" and several generations of the best in the business.
Rex Reed, longtime film critic and journalist, dies at 87
The well-known film critic and journalist Rex Reed has died at 87.
"The Pitt" star Isa Briones brings Filipino pride to stage and screen
"The Pitt" star Isa Briones is bringing heightened pride and Filipino presence to both stage and screen.
Broadway's "The Book of Mormon" cancels 2 weeks of performances after fire
Broadway's "The Book of Mormon" has canceled two weeks of performances following a fire at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre.
2026 Tony Awards nominations are announced. See the full list.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
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Brunson leads Knicks back in the 4th for win over Cavs in OT in Game 1
New York beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 115-104 in overtime on Tuesday night in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals.
Yankees get homers from Rice and McMahon, hold off Blue Jays 5-4
The New York Yankees held off the Toronto Blue Jays 5-4 on a 90-degree night Tuesday in the Bronx.
James Wood's inside-the-park grand slam helps Nationals defeat Mets 9-6
The Washington Nationals rallied from an early five-run deficit Tuesday night to defeat the New York Mets 9-6.
Yankees top Blue Jays as Bellinger, Chisholm homer in 7th-inning rally
The New York Yankees survived another shaky performance by David Bednar to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-6 Monday night at Yankee Stadium.
Mets score 10 runs in 12th, defeat Nationals 16-7 on wild night in D.C.
The Mets became the first National League team to score at least 10 runs in an extra inning since the 1919 Cincinnati Reds.
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Amazing stories of the Brooklyn Half Marathon's final finishers
Ahead of the 2026 RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon, some athletes are showing how simply reaching the starting line is a victory.
Harlem businesses fear 2nd Avenue subway project steers away customers
The Second Avenue Subway project has entered phase two of extending the "Q" line, but Harlem businesses say they're struggling to co-exist with the construction.
NYC Lawmakers push to delay enforcement of 2009 storefront gate law
City Council members say requirement for transparent roll-down gates is burdensome for small businesses ahead of the July 1 enforcement deadline.
Residents say they've been waiting decades for sanitation garage to move out
For more than four decades, residents living beside Brooklyn's District 13 Sanitation Garage in Coney Island have been waiting for the facility to move away from their homes.
Free club teaches children in Harlem a lifesaving skill
There's a swim club in Harlem teaching kids a lifesaving skill, and they're turning timid swimmers into competitors.
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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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Rudy Giuliani's son gives update on his father's health
Rudy Giuliani's son says his father is doing great after being hospitalized in critical condition with pneumonia earlier this month.
3 NYPD officers hurt after responding to Queens apartment fire
The NYPD said three officers were taken to a local hospital after responding to an apartment fire in Queens on Wednesday.
Brush fire near NJ Transit tracks suspends service at Penn Station New York
A brush fire near one of the Hudson River Tunnels has suspended NJ Transit rail service into and out of Penn Station New York.
Severe storms moving through Tri-State Area
CBS News New York's Scott Padgett has your First Alert Forecast for May 20 at 8 p.m.
First Alert Weather 7:30 p.m. storm update 5/20/2026
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for May 20 at 7:30 p.m.
