Would-Be Subway Bomber Gets Time Served, Will Be Freed In Days
The 33-year-old naturalized U.S. citizen, became radicalized and received explosives training from al-Qaeda after traveling to Pakistan in 2008.
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American With New York Ties Among Dead After Hotel Attack In Kenya
An American with New York roots is among at least 14 dead after a deadly attack on a hotel complex in Kenya.
Terrorist Groups Testing Laptop Bomb That Can Evade Airport Security, Officials Say
Terrorist groups have been perfecting and testing a bomb that can be hidden in a laptop computer and evade security scanners, U.S. intelligence officials told CBS News.
Al Qaeda Member Admits To Helping Recruit American Who Hatched LIRR Plot
An al Qaeda member from Yemen pleaded guilty on Tuesday to U.S. terrorism charges that included accusations he helped an American recruit join the terrorist group.
Holiday Travelers Face Tighter Security In Wake Of Paris Attacks
The Port Authority has stationed more officers at its airports, bus terminals, train stations and Hudson River crossings while the NYPD has extra uniformed police officers and other security measures in place.
Concerns After US Issues Travel Warning In Wake Of Terror Attacks
The alert, which is to be in effect until Feb. 24, said current information suggests that militants with the Islamic State, al-Qaeda, Boko Haram and other terrorist groups continue to plan attacks in multiple regions.
Pakistani Man Gets 40 Years In Al Qaeda Plot To Attack NYC Subway
Abid Naseer was convicted in March.
Calls To Violence In Al Qaeda Magazine Draw Concern Near 9/11 Anniversary
Concern was mounting Wednesday over a new issue of a magazine published by al Qaeda, which renewed its call for lone wolf attacks and assassinations of prominent figures.
Women Charged In Alleged ISIS-Inspired NYC Terror Plot Plead Not Guilty
Noelle Velentzas, 28, and Asia Siddiqui, 31, both wore blue prison garb as their attorneys entered the pleas on their behalf to an indictment charging them each with a count of conspiring to use a weapon of mass destruction and teaching how to make such a devise.
Obama Says He Takes Full Responsibility For Deaths Of Hostages In U.S. Strike
Two hostages held by al Qaeda and two Americans working with the terror group were killed in U.S. counterterrorism operations earlier this year, the White House said Thursday.
Who Is Warren Weinstein? 5 Facts About American Hostage Accidentally Killed In Al Qaeda Raid
Warren Weinstein was an American humanitarian aid worker and contractor who was abducted from his home in Lahore, Pakistan on August 13, 2011.
Long Island Man Who Plotted To Help Al Qaeda Sentenced To 25 Years
Marcos Alonso Zea, 26, of Brentwood, pleaded guilty in September to attempting to provide material support to al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula, also known as Ansar al-Sharia, and obstruction of justice.
Pakistani Man Guilty In Al Qaeda Plot To Attack NYC Subway
The verdict was reached Wednesday in federal court in Brooklyn where Abid Naseer acted as his own lawyer. No date was set for sentencing.
Vietnamese Man Pleads Not Guilty To Terrorism Charges In New York
Minh Quang Pham pleaded not guilty to charges that include providing material support to al Qaeda, receiving military training from the terrorist organization in Yemen and possession of a firearm intended for use in crimes of violence.
Vietnamese Man Extradited From UK To Face US Terror Charge
A Vietnamese man extradited from the United Kingdom will be arraigned Wednesday on charges he provided material support to al-Qaida in Yemen after telling his wife he was going to Ireland, authorities said.
Documents Obtained After Bin Laden Raid Presented In Terror Trial At Brooklyn Court
Declassified al-Qaida documents obtained after the 2011 raid of Osama bin Laden's Pakistan compound have been presented at the U.S. trial of a suspect charged in a British terrorism plot.
Officials: No Credible Evidence Of Imminent Attack Following Threat Against U.S. Shopping Malls
U.S. authorities said there was "no credible'' evidence suggesting a mall attack was in the works after a video purported to be from Somalia's al Qaeda-linked rebel group al-Shabab urged Muslims to attack malls in Western countries.
Prosecutor: Terror Trial Defendant Khaled Al-Fawwaz Eagerly Served Bin Laden
A prosecutor told jurors in closing arguments at a New York terrorism trial that the defendant was a top aide to Osama bin Laden nearly a decade before deadly bombings at two U.S. embassies in Africa.
Alleged Al Qaeda Operative, On Trial In Brooklyn, Cross-Examines Convicted Terrorist
Abid Naseer questioned Najibulla Zazi for about an hour. Naseer is acting as his own attorney at his trial in federal court in Brooklyn.
Terrorism Experts Give Briefing On Present-Day Threat At NYPD Conference
Security organizations from major companies gathered at police headquarters Tuesday for a briefing on the present-day terror threat.
Alleged Al Qaeda Operative Abid Naseer's Trial Opens In NYC
Assistant U.S. Attorney Celia Cohen told jurors in federal court in Brooklyn that the failed conspiracy in 2009 called for attacks in New York City, England and Denmark.
Saudi Arabia's King Abdullah Dies; Oil Prices Rise On Wall Street
Saudi Arabia's King Abdullah has died at the age of 90, according to Saudi state TV.
Prosecutor At Trial: Defendant In US Embassy Bombings Was Top Bin Laden Aide
Khaled al-Fawwaz "worked for years, directly and personally for Osama bin Laden. The defendant helped Osama bin Laden declare his bloody war on Americans," Assistant U.S. Attorney Nicholas Lewin said.
ISIS Demands Ransom For Japanese Hostages; Jews Across Europe Fear Attacks
The terrorists believed to be behind the attack on a satirical newspaper in Paris traveled to Yemen for training. Now, the government in that country is on the verge of collapse and ISIS is again threatening to kill hostages.
Brooklyn-Born Man Sentenced To 15 Years For Sending $67K To Al Qaeda
Wesam El-Hanafi, who was born in Brooklyn, said he'd spent the nearly five years since his arrest reflecting on his actions.
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NYPD: 11-year-old Bronx girl dies after being struck by stray bullet
It happened at 166th Street and and Fox in the Longwood section of the borough.
Buffalo Police: Suspect had plans to continue rampage
Families of victims told of their sorrow and anger as they push for new legislation and accountability.
New Yorkers gather in Harlem to mourn victims of Buffalo shooting
Laying 10 flowers for the 10 victims were Christian, Muslim, Jewish and Buddhist New Yorkers.
Hofstra engineering student's failed arch stands as symbol of "resilience"
Esther Zhang turned her failed 3D-printed arch into a work of art that now stands as a symbol to inspire future students.
Children's greenhouse under construction at site of Wildcliff mansion arson
The 2018 fire was deliberately set by troubled teens. So there's a poignancy in the future plans for this property.
New Jersey schools reinstate mask mandates
The return of the mask mandate at Metuchen High School drew some polarizing reactions from students.
New York red flag law under fire following Buffalo mass shooting
About a year before Saturday's tragedy, state police ordered the 18-year-old to undergo a psychiatric evaluation.
Experts say it's time to stop growing threat of white supremacists
For the last few years, the Department of Homeland Security has warned the country of the growing problem.
Shockwaves of Buffalo mass shooting resonate across communities of color
While Buffalo is hours away physically, the pain still hits close to home.
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New Yorkers gather in Harlem to mourn victims of Buffalo shooting
Laying 10 flowers for the 10 victims were Christian, Muslim, Jewish and Buddhist New Yorkers.
Hofstra engineering student's failed arch stands as symbol of "resilience"
Esther Zhang turned her failed 3D-printed arch into a work of art that now stands as a symbol to inspire future students.
Children's greenhouse under construction at site of Wildcliff mansion arson
The 2018 fire was deliberately set by troubled teens. So there's a poignancy in the future plans for this property.
New York red flag law under fire following Buffalo mass shooting
About a year before Saturday's tragedy, state police ordered the 18-year-old to undergo a psychiatric evaluation.
NYPD: 11-year-old Bronx girl critical after being struck by stray bullet
Police said it happened at 166th Street and and Fox in the Longwood section of the borough.
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Some Skittles, Starburst and Life Savers gummies recalled
Company Mars Wrigley says there's a chance some of those items may have been contaminated with thin metal strands.
President Biden urges local leaders to invest in public safety
The pandemic relief fund passed by Democrats provides $350 billion directly to cities, counties and states.
Baby formula shortage hitting Tri-State Area families hard
Formula is more than 40 percent out of stock in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and 27 other states.
Experts predict active hurricane season ahead
A typical year generates about 14 named storms. Experts are forecasting anywhere from 17-19 named storms this year.
Fordham economics professor makes tough predictions on inflation
Dr. Giacomo Santangelo makes some painful predictions after an already difficult pandemic
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New Jersey schools reinstate mask mandates
The return of the mask mandate at Metuchen High School drew some polarizing reactions from students.
Some Skittles, Starburst and Life Savers gummies recalled
Company Mars Wrigley says there's a chance some of those items may have been contaminated with thin metal strands.
N.J. bill would fine companies for small shipments in big boxes
The bill would fine retailers if they use shipping boxes that are more than twice the size of the item being shipped.
Eric LeGrand opens coffee shop in hometown
LeGrand was paralyzed after suffering a spinal injury during a Rutgers football game in 2010.
Port Authority cracks down on concession costs at airports
It's the result of an investigation that started after dozens of travelers reported being charged $27 for a beer.
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Hofstra engineering student's failed arch stands as symbol of "resilience"
Esther Zhang turned her failed 3D-printed arch into a work of art that now stands as a symbol to inspire future students.
Some Skittles, Starburst and Life Savers gummies recalled
Company Mars Wrigley says there's a chance some of those items may have been contaminated with thin metal strands.
Karine Jean-Pierre makes history as White House press secretary
The New York native is the first Black and first openly gay LGBTQ+ person to hold the position.
Suffolk County launches baby formula drive amid shortage
Elected officials and local leader are organizing the emergency effort to gather unopened or donated baby formula.
Federal government making plans to address formula shortage
Rep. Carolyn Maloney says hearings will be held next week to examine questions on how this could have happened.
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New Yorkers gather in Harlem to mourn victims of Buffalo shooting
Laying 10 flowers for the 10 victims were Christian, Muslim, Jewish and Buddhist New Yorkers.
New York red flag law under fire following Buffalo mass shooting
About a year before Saturday's tragedy, state police ordered the 18-year-old to undergo a psychiatric evaluation.
Experts say it's time to stop growing threat of white supremacists
For the last few years, the Department of Homeland Security has warned the country of the growing problem.
Karine Jean-Pierre makes history as White House press secretary
The New York native is the first Black and first openly gay LGBTQ+ person to hold the position.
National Urban League calls on feds to create hate crimes task force
Meanwhile, Gov. Hochul is among local leaders blasting social media platforms following the shooting.
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CDC: Westchester County seeing high COVID transmission rates
That means the county is seeing levels of cases of hospitalizations that are putting a strain on the local health care system.
CDC: High COVID transmission rate in Westchester
That means the county is seeing levels of cases and hospitalizations that are putting a strain on the local health care system.
AIDS Walk New York returns to Central Park
Thousands of people flooded Central Park on Sunday to take part in the largest HIV-AIDS fundraising event in the world.
NYS health department recommends wearing masks in indoor public spaces
New York state's health department is recommending people wear masks in indoor public spaces as COVID subvariants continue to spread.
New research may help identify babies at risk for SIDS
The findings are being called a breakthrough in solving the medical mystery of sudden infant death syndrome.
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"ER" star Anthony Edwards makes Broadway musical debut
Edwards' wife, Mare Winningham, stars in the show.
Acclaimed Broadway play "for colored girls..." extends run
The play is nominated for seven Tony Awards, including two for director and choreographer Camille A. Brown.
Tony Awards hold "Meet the Nominees" event
Tony-nominated cast members and creatives had the chance to discuss their performances.
Patti LuPone calls out audience members over masks
A representative for the show said the two were asked to leave the theater and complied.
Darren Criss, Julianne Hough to host Tony Awards pre-show
"The Tony Awards: Act One" will stream only on Paramount+ starting at 7 p.m. on Sunday, June 12.
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Severino strong, Yankees cub 3 homers in win over Orioles
With 6-2 victory on Monday night, the Bombers are now 26-9, one of the best starts in franchise history.
Islanders promote Associate Coach Lane Lambert to head coach
Lambert has served as the associate coach for the past four seasons, and previously won the Stanley Cup as an associate coach with the Washington Capitals.
Panarin power-play goal lifts Rangers over Penguins in Game 7
New York will play Carolina next. The Hurricanes beat the Boston Bruins in Game 7 on Saturday night.
Rookie Julio Rodriguez powers Mariners over Mets
Pete Alonso struck out with the bases loaded in the bottom of the ninth as Seattle held on for an 8-7 win on Sunday.
Cortes pitches 8 crisp innings, Yankees take 3 of 4 from ChiSox
Left-hander on his game yet again as Bombers rebound from loss with 5-1 victory on Sunday afternoon.
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The Best Goodie Bag: A Valley Stream 'cakery' where everyone is family
Multiple generations are working side-by-side to pursue a dream they didn't know they had.
At Di Palo's in Little Italy, fresh mozzarella is the family legacy
"When you can say you've kept a customer, a loyal customer, for 60, 70, 80 years, through the generations, then you know that you've had a successful business," co-owner Lou Di Palo told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Family tradition is tightly woven at Mendel Goldberg Fabrics on the Lower East Side
"I walk in here every day, and I feel the legacy of my family," fourth-generation owner Alice Goldberg told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
At Dumbo's record shop Legacy, the collection is personal
"It doesn't really matter who you are. You're welcome here," co-owner Victorious De Costa told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Yorkville's Mansion diner is a Philips family legacy
In pursuit of food and familiarity, many regulars have been coming back for decades.
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Buffalo shooting: 10 killed, 3 injured at supermarket
Ten people were killed and three were injured in a mass shooting at a Buffalo supermarket on May 14, 2022.
2022 Met Gala Red Carpet
This year's theme is Gilded Glamour, and the stars are dripping in opulence.
2022 Mets home opener
The Mets unveiled the long-awaited Tom Seaver statue before their sold-out home opener at Citi Field on April 15, 2022.
23 injured in subway shooting, smoke bomb attack
Nearly two dozen people were injured in a shooting and smoke bomb attack aboard a Brooklyn subway Tuesday.
2022 Yankees Opening Day
The Yankees opened the 2022 season with a walk-off win in extra innings against the Boston Red Sox.
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First Alert weather: CBS2 11 p.m. forecast
CBS2's Lonnie Quinn is calling for a serious warmup later this week.
Investigators: Suspected Buffalo shooter plotted attack for 2 months
Police also say the suspect's online history included taunts to federal law enforcement and that if he had not been stopped he had plans to continue his rampage at two other locations in Buffalo. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Interfaith vigil held in Harlem for victims of Buffalo mass shooting
New Yorkers came together to mourn and inspire change. CBS2's Ali Bauman has the story.
11-year-old girl killed by stray bullet in Bronx
Police are searching for two men on a scooter. Residents in the area say they are heartbroken over the tragedy. CBS2's Dick Brennan reports.
Heartache and anguish grips Buffalo following supermarket shooting
CBS2's Elijah Westbrook spoke to family members of victims and residents impacted by Saturday's racially motivated attack.
