Feds seek 7-year sentence for ex-U.S. Rep. George Santos
Prosecutors in George Santos' federal fraud case say they are seeking a seven-year prison sentence for the disgraced former New York congressman.
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Prosecutors in George Santos' federal fraud case say they are seeking a seven-year prison sentence for the disgraced former New York congressman.
Talk of tariffs could draw a bigger-than-normal crowd Saturday at the Suffolk County police impound auction where bids start at $500.
More than 1 million New Yorkers depend on public water systems for drinking water, and some are being exposed to manmade "forever chemicals" called PFAS, environmentalists say.
Long Island officials spoke out Friday in opposition to a bill that would limit the amount of traffic stops police officers conduct, specifically for minor violations.
A man was fatally shot by Suffolk County police Friday afternoon, authorities said.
A rainy and cooler weekend in the Tri-State Area will carry over into at least late Monday morning.
The New York State Thruway Authority says it is owed $70 million in unpaid tolls from 2024 alone, and now they're heading to court to try to collect.
Fewer than 80 triple organ transplants have been attempted in the United States, and for the first time, the rare procedure was successfully performed on Long Island.
In just about a month, Americans will need a Real ID to go through airport security, or enter most federal buildings, and the final warnings to be ready are increasing.
There's an official finding in the deadly fire at Happy Cat Sanctuary on Long Island, but it leaves many questions unanswered.
A widower on Long Island says the Internal Revenue Service has him marked down as dead for the second year in a row.
A community on Long Island is waiting to hear if a Nicaraguan church member and his family will deported after the humanitarian immigration program they were admitted to was terminated.
The legal battle over whether a new type of DNA evidence against accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann will be thrown out continued on Wednesday.
School officials on Long Island are united in their effort to combat unacceptable behavior in high school sports, including derogatory language, racial slurs and taunts.
Hundreds of cats remain unaccounted for in the deadly fire at Happy Cat Sanctuary on Long Island. The sanctuary's founder Chris Arsenault was killed in the blaze.
A U.S. Army intelligence officer from New Jersey says he has never felt like he needed to choose between his Muslim faith and his service.
An organization that started as a way for people to donate supplies to firefighters has become an essential source of mental health services for FDNY members.
One pedestrian died, and two others were injured after being struck by a vehicle in Manhattan's Chinatown Thursday morning.
A Delta Air Lines flight had to return to John F. Kennedy International Airport Thursday morning about two hours after it took off.
At this year's 9/11 ceremony, there will be a special seventh moment of silence for those who came to save lives and wound up being victims, too.
After a week filled with periods of storminess and high humidity, a calmer and drier weather pattern is settling in for the holiday weekend.
Severe storms returned to the Tri-State Area, making it a soggy Thursday morning.
The rain returns Tuesday with the possibility of severe storms and downpours that can cause flash flooding in the New York City area.
Activity by ICE agents is putting a chill on the economy in parts of Connecticut after an estimated 100 people were recently grabbed off the streets of Danbury and other communities.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for Tuesday and Wednesday due to the threat of strong to severe thunderstorms.
A U.S. Army intelligence officer from New Jersey says he has never felt like he needed to choose between his Muslim faith and his service.
A cosmetic treatment that promises breast enhancement without surgery is now at the center of a fight over who regulates human tissue in New York.
More than 41,000 students are heading back to class across Newark, New Jersey, Tuesday following 11 weeks of summer vacation.
Some are calling for Macklemore to be removed from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after he used part of his opening performance on Friday and Saturday nights at MetLife Stadium to share his pro-Palestinian views about the war in Gaza.
Passaic's Mexican Independence Day Parade has been postponed, with officials citing concerns about recent arrests by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Though none of them were even born in 2001, students at Commack High School continue to pass on memories of the 9/11 terror attacks.
Schools across the country, including one on Long Island, are embodying the promise to never forget and educating the next generation about the 9/11 attacks.
On a day defined by unimaginable loss, Janet Kask was given the greatest gift of her life – her son.
There has been a major escalation in the case of a driver accused of killing a construction worker on Long Island.
Thomas Lobianco of Lake Ronkonkoma originally faced a misdemeanor charge, but is now facing a 19-count indictment in the August death of a 38-year-old construction worker. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
Ray Kelly, the longest-serving NYPD commissioner in history, is widely credited with driving down crime and ramping up the department's counterterrorism capacity.
Hundreds of thousands of New York City students are heading back to school Thursday with many new changes and programs in store.
New renderings show what stations might look like for the proposed Interborough Express light rail system that would connect Brooklyn and Queens.
New York City leaders unveiled their plan for security around events for 9/11 and the Jewish high holidays.
Newly released documents are raising tough questions about what first responders were told about the air they were breathing after the 9/11 attacks.
A cosmetic treatment that promises breast enhancement without surgery is now at the center of a fight over who regulates human tissue in New York.
Twenty-five years after the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, the health threat hasn't ended for many survivors.
New York City officials released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks.
A new study from NYU shows that the number of American children taking GLP-1s for weight loss has increased 300-fold since 2019.
A report released Tuesday is offering a new glimpse into the health impact the 9/11 attacks continue to have on FDNY first responders.
Grammy and Emmy Award-winning musician Lizzo made a surprise visit to meet Brooklyn students and debut her new children's book.
Some are calling for Macklemore to be removed from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after he used part of his opening performance on Friday and Saturday nights at MetLife Stadium to share his pro-Palestinian views about the war in Gaza.
The Met's decision to highlight the work by designer John Galliano sparked widespread controversy due to his history of antisemitic and racist comments.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
Jude Terry and Armindo Sieb each scored a goal, Hugo Lloris had his MLS-leading 12th shutout this season, and Los Angeles FC beat the New York Red Bulls 2-0 to snap a six-game winless streak.
Rookie George Lombard Jr. became the second-youngest player in Yankees' history to hit a grand slam as New York beat the Rockies 6-1 on Wednesday night.
Dániel Gazdag scored in the third minute of second-half stoppage time to rally the New England Revolution to a 2-1 victory over New York City FC on Wednesday night at Citi Field.
The New York Yankees beat the Colorado Rockies 5-3 on Tuesday night to clinch their 34th straight winning season.
Aaron Judge was reinstated from the 60-day injured list Monday night by the New York Yankees.
Former Mets players from the 2001 season were at Ladder 25 on the Upper West Side on Tuesday.
Grammy and Emmy Award-winning musician Lizzo made a surprise visit to meet Brooklyn students and debut her new children's book.
A Bronx pizzeria is proving that kindness is contagious by giving slices to hungry New Yorkers.
Brooklyn Community Services says keeping its mobile shower program running is becoming increasingly difficult as the costs of fuel, hygiene products and other expenses rise.
The Brooklyn family traces its roots to Pieter Claesen Wyckoff, who arrived in the New World 400 years ago. Today, descendants connect through reunions, Zoom calls and a massive genealogical database.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
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.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
No injuries were reported on the plane, which was on its way to Phoenix before turning around. CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu reports.
Police say it happened just before 9:30 a.m. at the Jay Street/MetroTech station. CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu reports.
CBS News New York's John Dias has more on a ban on AI in the classroom and a new procurement system strategy that the mayor says will save the city $100 million.
The event at Engine 16/Ladder 7 in Kips Bay was one of several memorial services, community events and acts of service across New York City on Thursday. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
The former commissioner spoke with CBS News New York's Mary Calvi and reflected on the bravery he witnessed that day and one person he always remembers when he returns to Ground Zero.
