Opinion: Obama Visits Bring Hefty Price Tag
The President's visits often come with a hefty price tag for cities in both security costs and time misspent by police forces.
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The President's visits often come with a hefty price tag for cities in both security costs and time misspent by police forces.
Mayor Michael Bloomberg says trains between New York and New Jersey should not have been halted because President Barack Obama was in town.
Obama spent his speech blaming the Republican Congress for the nation's woes and his own inability to accomplish what he knows he hasn't accomplished.
Thursday night, several streets around the city will closed. The Obamas headed to the West Village for a campaign fundraiser at the home of Sarah Jessica Parker and to Midtown for a stop at the Plaza Hotel.
There is a new wave of demands for U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder's resignation over the "Fast and Furious" gun-running scandal.
President Barack Obama honored New York's Super Bowl XLVI victory over New England in a ceremony on Friday. In return, Tom Coughlin's squad presented the president with his own No. 44 jersey.
So what does that mean for the President as he runs for re-election? One political analyst believes it may not be the strongest indicator of the situation in the Garden State.
Obama will return to Manhattan next week for a fundraiser at the home of "Sex and the City" actress Sarah Jessica Parker.
The White House announced Friday the president will come to Manhattan on June 14 to get a preview of the "topping-out ceremony" and an update on the overall progress at One World Trade Center.
Hundreds of Polish-American families, alongside tight-knit business and church leaders, were expressing disappointment and some heartfelt anger at the president over his choice of words regarding their homeland.
First daughters Sasha and Malia, as well as Gov. Christie, were also in the sell-out crowd. It was Beyonce's first concert since giving birth in New York City.
Biden addressed the 972 U.S. Military Academy cadets in a ceremony on Saturday morning. He said that a nation emerging from a decade of war has greater flexibility.
New Jersey officials say a three-month review has found that New York City police did not violate any New Jersey laws when they conducted surveillance of Muslim businesses, mosques and student groups.
Newark Mayor Cory Booker has since backed away from his objection to the Bain ad. Political observers suspect the Obama administration pressured him to see the error of his ways.
The legal salvos have been fired by Catholic institutions across the country. Cardinal Dolan, the President of the U.S. Conference of Bishops, said the plan to force most employers to provide birth control coverage is just not acceptable.
The media wasn't invited on Saturday when City Council Speaker Christine Quinn -- the city's first openly gay council speaker -- married her longtime partner, Kim Catullo.
New Jersey is the only state in the Tri-State Area without gay marriage, and a new poll shows people are still split on the issue, WCBS 880's Levon Putney reported.
"I've always thought it as something that was still holding the country back," Jay-Z said, referencing the fact that same-sex marriage is not recognized nationwide.
New Jersey emergency officials are preparing for another round of storms that could bring more damage across the state.
The choices for Club Calvi's next book are: "With Friends Like You" by Amy Chozick, "Runner" by Ashton Lattimore, and "Etna" by Paul Yoon.
A new Broadway show based on Prince's movie and album "Purple Rain" will take the stage at Broadway's Majestic Theatre in March.
A flood watch was issued for most of the Tri-State Area, including New York City, from 8 a.m. Tuesday through 8 p.m. Wednesday.
Tuesday marks one year since the shooting at 375 Park Avenue in Manhattan that killed Det. Didarul Islam and four others.
A new Broadway show based on Prince's movie and album "Purple Rain" will take the stage at Broadway's Majestic Theatre in March.
A flood watch was issued for most of the Tri-State Area, including New York City, from 8 a.m. Tuesday through 8 p.m. Wednesday.
Tuesday marks one year since the shooting at 375 Park Avenue in Manhattan that killed Det. Didarul Islam and four others.
The NYPD is searching for two women wanted in the road rage killing of a man Sunday morning on the Belt Parkway. The victim's family is trying to come to grips with their loved one's shocking death.
Family members who lost loved ones on 9/11 have started an online petition calling for New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani not to attend the 25th 9/11 remembrance ceremony.
A flood watch was issued for most of the Tri-State Area, including New York City, from 8 a.m. Tuesday through 8 p.m. Wednesday.
Weather conditions go downhill Tuesday and Wednesday with rain and potentially strong storms on deck for the New York area.
Severe weather impacted the entire region on Tuesday, with watches and warnings throughout the CBS News New York viewing area.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area Tuesday after a brief reprieve.
Storms brought flooding rains, damaging winds, hail and lightning to New York and New Jersey on Saturday.
New Jersey emergency officials are preparing for another round of storms that could bring more damage across the state.
A flood watch was issued for most of the Tri-State Area, including New York City, from 8 a.m. Tuesday through 8 p.m. Wednesday.
Parts of New Jersey took a pounding when storms moved in Monday night, causing major flooding and downed power lines.
Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City, New Jersey, has paused all gaming and betting on Monday after a small fire and leak.
Weather conditions go downhill Tuesday and Wednesday with rain and potentially strong storms on deck for the New York area.
A flood watch was issued for most of the Tri-State Area, including New York City, from 8 a.m. Tuesday through 8 p.m. Wednesday.
The big rats can be seen scurrying across backyards day and night in Seaford, and their numbers are exploding.
Some Long Island residents say giant rats are ruining their summer. Neighbors in Nassau County's Seaford said their beautiful backyards have been overrun. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Weather conditions go downhill Tuesday and Wednesday with rain and potentially strong storms on deck for the New York area.
We're just a few days away from the CBIZ Workplace Challenge on Long Island. Mindy Davidson and Jim Aspromonti stopped by CBS News New York to talk about the event.
Family members who lost loved ones on 9/11 have started an online petition calling for New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani not to attend the 25th 9/11 remembrance ceremony.
A memorial tribute was held in Central Park on Monday afternoon for Romanch Mahajan, the teenage tourist who died last month in a runaway horse carriage accident.
Certain core groceries will cost 30% less at New York City-run stores, Mayor Zohran Mamdani said Monday.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani responded Sunday to criticism that he's fueling antisemitism as Jewish New Yorkers rallied on Manhattan's Upper West Side against antisemitism and hate.
This week on The Point with Marcia Kramer, our host sits down with political strategists J.C. Polanco and O'Brien Murray to discuss the week that was in New York and national politics.
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.
An attorney representing an Upper East Side woman whose husband just died from Legionnaires' disease is planning to take legal action.
Studies show older adults are among the safest drivers on the road, but crashes involving seniors are on the rise.
For the third day in a row, the NYC Health Department has announced a death in the Upper East Side Legionnaires' disease cluster.
A second death has been reported in connection to the Legionnaires' disease cluster on the Upper East Side, health officials said Saturday.
A new Broadway show based on Prince's movie and album "Purple Rain" will take the stage at Broadway's Majestic Theatre in March.
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
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 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."
The New York Yankees beat the Chicago White Sox on Monday night in the opener of a four-game series between playoff contenders.
Francisco Lindor homered twice and tripled off the top of the fence, driving in six runs as the Mets pulled away for a 14-3 victory over the Braves on Monday night.
Center fielders Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones and second baseman Jeff Kent were inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday.
Tyrone Taylor put the Mets ahead with a three-run homer in the sixth inning, and New York beat the Dodgers 8-3 on Sunday to prevent a season sweep.
Cam Schlitter helped lead the New York Yankees to victory over the Philadelphia Phillies Friday night.
Parents in Harlem say their children's walk to summer camp is littered with trash, illegal dumping and a growing encampment.
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.
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.
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.
Two Upper West Side children went on a mission to visit 40 playgrounds in one day, hoping to set a record.
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.
A flood watch was issued for most of the Tri-State Area, including New York City, as the area prepares for strong storms. CBS News New York Meteorologist Tony Sadiku has the forecast.
It's been one year since four people were killed in a shooting at a Midtown office building, including an NYPD detective. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
The pop star's legal team filed a lawsuit in a California court alleging hackers targeted her photographers and producers.
Sen. Lindsey Graham was remembered at a private Capitol ceremony before his funeral Tuesday afternoon.
It's the first time President Trump and Netanyahu have met since the start of the Iran war. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
