Governor, Mayor Spar Over Plans, Timing To Close Rikers Island
Gov. Andrew Cuomo criticized Mayor Bill de Blasio's plan to close the Rikers jail complex and replace it with community based prisons.
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Gov. Andrew Cuomo criticized Mayor Bill de Blasio's plan to close the Rikers jail complex and replace it with community based prisons.
The Brooklyn district attorney says he will not cave to withering criticism from the NYPD about letting young offenders avoid jail.
As New York City - and the world - gets ready to cheer on the U.S. Women's National Team World Cup victory with a parade down the Canyon of Heroes Wednesday, the celebrations started early online.
Mayor Bill de Blasio tweeted after the team's victory Sunday, saying, "You have inspired the entire country -- and New York City knows how to celebrate champions."
Mayor Bill de Blasio's decision to make raising a black son and the fear of police an issue in his presidential campaign has sparked intense push-back.
Fourteen cyclists have been killed so far in 2019. At this time in 2018, seven cyclists had been killed.
Mayor de Blasio said he has decided to say no to federal aid for family planning and related health services for women because it allegedly comes with unacceptable strings attached.
Voters got their first look at a diverse field of presidential candidates last night, as ten democratic hopefuls took the stage in Florida.
De Blasio, who champions himself as an advocate for "working people," ended his speech Thursday by using the Marxist revolutionary's slogan "Hasta la victoria siempre."
Mayor Bill de Blasio and New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker were in the mix, doing their best to steal the spotlight from the top tier candidates.
The hometown crowd has come out in a big way for Bill de Blasio – but they're not cheering him on, they're letting Democrats know he's not even liked in his own city.
The first round of Democratic candidates for president will face off in a debate tonight in Miami.
In an effort to fight homelessness, Mayor Bill de Blasio is planning to build 90 shelters across the city.
Minneapolis resident and future housing chief Gregory Russ will high tail it out of the city on weekends and holidays.
The post by Ocasio-Cortez likening the Mexican border crisis to concentration camps triggered an avalanche of criticism on both sides of the political aisle.
His name is Gregory Russ - the head of the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority – and he's the man Bill de Blasio has settled on to cure NYCHA's multi-billion-dollar problems.
New York City will become the first city to directly fund abortions. The new $92.8 billion budget agreement allocates $250,000 for abortion access for low-income women.
There were questions if he'd actually find enough support to be invited, now the question is how much time will Bill de Blasio actually get to talk.
It's a reverse beauty contest, a competition for most unpopular politician in New York state of any party.
Sources tell CBS2 the pilot radioed before the crash that he was in trouble. He was killed in the crash, which officials later described as a "hard landing."
Notably absent from the festivities was Mayor Bill de Blasio, who campaigned in Iowa instead.
Bill de Blasio is quickly running out of people he hasn't ticked off since announcing he was running for president.
Mayor Bill de Blasio was MIA -- missing in action -- at various D-Day events in the city on Thursday, angering veterans who think a man who wants to be president should care about them.
Mayor Bill de Blasio has named a new head for the city's Office of Emergency Management.
The federal monitor appointed to oversee the overhaul of the New York City Housing Authority sent a blistering letter to Mayor Bill de Blasio's interim NYCHA head Kathryn Garcia.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an executive order Friday establishing the first-ever Mayor's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs.
Jews and Muslims came together at Temple Emanu-El on the Upper East Side in a shared call for peace Friday night.
The New York Knicks beat the Indiana Pacers 101-92 on Friday night.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
The Los Angeles Kings held off the New York Islanders 3-2 on Friday night.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an executive order Friday establishing the first-ever Mayor's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs.
Jews and Muslims came together at Temple Emanu-El on the Upper East Side in a shared call for peace Friday night.
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.
A former New York state trooper has been found guilty of manslaughter in a high-speed crash that killed an 11-year-old child in 2020.
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.
At least 10 dead geese were recently found at Verona Park in Essex County, New Jersey.
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.
Jones Beach will host a series of special events commemorating America's 250th birthday this summer.
A Long Island woman is reuniting with the NYU Langone medical team that helped deliver her baby after she suffered from kidney failure.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an executive order Friday establishing the first-ever Mayor's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani denounced Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville's anti-Muslim social media post during a Ramadan event.
President Trump's comments came shortly after he said that the U.S. military had conducted "one of the most power bombing raids" on a vital Iranian oil hub.
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.
An aerial refueling tanker crashed in Western Iraq, U.S. officials said.
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.
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.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Failed contract agreements between Mount Sinai and Anthem have caused thousands of New York patients to lose in-network care.
Legendary New York City television news anchor Ernie Anastos has died. His wife says he died early Thursday morning of pneumonia.
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.
Actress Daryl Hannah explains why the depiction of herself in the FX miniseries "Love Story" is unacceptable in an op-ed in Friday's New York Times.
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 New York Knicks beat the Indiana Pacers 101-92 on Friday night.
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.
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.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for March 13 at 11 p.m.
Jews and Muslims came together at Temple Emanu-El on the Upper East Side in a shared call for peace Friday night. CBS News New York's Naomi Ruchim reports.
A surprise performance by Alicia Keys caught Grand Central Terminal visitors off-guard Friday, stopping hundreds in their tracks. The free concert was part of Apple's 50th anniversary celebration. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo was there.
The first case of mpox Clade I has been detected in New York City.
In a historic move Friday, Mayor Zohran Mamdani rolled out the Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs, the first of its kind in the city. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports.
