Charges dropped against former New York Lt. Governor Brian Benjamin
New York's former lieutenant governor no longer faces federal charges of bribery and fraud.
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New York's former lieutenant governor no longer faces federal charges of bribery and fraud.
Federal prosecutors have dropped bribery and fraud charges against former New York Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin.
A federal appeals court has reinstated bribery and fraud charges against former New York Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin.
New York's former lieutenant governor Brian Benjamin is once again facing bribery and fraud charges.
Benjamin was accused of receiving campaign contributions from a real estate developer in exchange for a $50,000 federal grant.
Former New York Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin will now face only records falsification charges.
He replaces former Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin, who resigned last month after being indicted on federal bribery and fraud charges.
Delgado replaces Brian Benjamin, who was indicted on federal bribery charges.
Benjamin resigned last month after being indicted on federal bribery and conspiracy charges.
The former New York lieutenant governor is facing federal bribery and conspiracy charges.
It comes after former Lieutenant Gov. Brian Benjamin was indicted in a campaign finance scheme.
Delgado succeeds Brian Benjamin, who resigned as lieutenant governor after being indicted on bribery charges.
Democratic party sources tell CBS2 a new lieutenant governor nominee will be selected early Tuesday morning.
CBS2's Marcia Kramer has learned Gov. Kathy Hochul could pick a new running mate early Tuesday morning.
Brian Benjamin resigned as lieutenant governor after he was indicted on federal bribery and conspiracy charges.
New York State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart Cousins confirmed the governor called her Monday night to discuss the change.
The ad takes aim at Gov. Hochul's judgement in choosing Brian Benjamin as her running mate.
Governor will have to decide what to well before Democratic primary, says she has "a lot of people to consider."
Gov. Kathy Hochul promises to pick a new lieutenant governor after Brian Benjamin resigned amid a campaign finance fraud investigation. CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer says many Democrats are encouraging the governor to recruit the running mate of one of her opponents.
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday accepted the resignation of her lieutenant governor, Brian Benjamin, after he was hit with federal bribery and fraud charges. CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer says the case is a huge blow to Hochul as she seeks election to a full term.
The revelation throws a giant monkey wrench into Gov. Kathy Hochul's campaign for re-election.
He is expected to face bribery charges.
Latest Siena poll has the governor leading declared Democrats handily, but it's a different story if Cuomo runs.
The probe has already led to the indictment of a Harlem real estate developer who is a long time supporter. CBS2's Marcia Kramer reports.
Suffolk County is getting $150 million for the infrastructure to connect the Ronkonkoma train station with the proposed North Terminal at Long Island MacArthur Airport.
The NYPD is searching for a man who claimed to be with "Immigration" before attempting to rape a woman in Brooklyn Heights on Tuesday.
Ken Jenkins took 64% of the vote against his President Trump-backed opponent in Tuesday's special election for Westchester County executive.
Paul McCartney is returning to New York City's Bowery Ballroom on Wednesday night one day after performing a sold-out surprise concert.
This is Bondi's first major announcement as attorney general.
The NYPD is searching for a man who claimed to be with "Immigration" before attempting to rape a woman in Brooklyn Heights on Tuesday.
Ken Jenkins took 64% of the vote against his President Trump-backed opponent in Tuesday's special election for Westchester County executive.
Paul McCartney is returning to New York City's Bowery Ballroom on Wednesday night one day after performing a sold-out surprise concert.
A New York City firefighter and his family found their own solution to the rising cost of eggs. They got chickens.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams' attorney Alex Spiro criticized the mayor's corruption case after the DOJ recommended dropping the charges.
The second of multiple snow storms to the NYC area is expected to turn into rain for most after midnight.
NYC has three more snow chances this week, so how many inches will the city, N.J. and Long Island see when it's all said and done?
New York City and the surrounding area caught a break from the snow Monday, but more is on the way.
As the latest winter storm wraps up around NYC, snow totals show how many inches fell across the area.
Another round of snow and sleet is coming to NYC on Saturday night, and much of the area will be under a winter storm watch.
The second of multiple snow storms to the NYC area is expected to turn into rain for most after midnight.
Luis Vaquero, of New Jersey, is accused of threatening passengers and crew members on a flight to Newark from Miami, Florida.
Hopes of reopening Interstate 80 quickly have been dashed. A section of the eastbound lanes remains closed due to a 40-foot sinkhole, and it won't be an easy fix.
NYC has three more snow chances this week, so how many inches will the city, N.J. and Long Island see when it's all said and done?
New York City and the surrounding area caught a break from the snow Monday, but more is on the way.
Suffolk County is getting $150 million for the infrastructure to connect the Ronkonkoma train station with the proposed North Terminal at Long Island MacArthur Airport.
The second of multiple snow storms to the NYC area is expected to turn into rain for most after midnight.
Callers have been swamping Capitol Hill in record numbers, voicing concerns over cuts to federal programs and other Trump administration actions.
NYC has three more snow chances this week, so how many inches will the city, N.J. and Long Island see when it's all said and done?
Snow, sleet and ice hit the Tri-State Area on Saturday, and now the cleanup is underway before things freeze over.
Ken Jenkins took 64% of the vote against his President Trump-backed opponent in Tuesday's special election for Westchester County executive.
This is Bondi's first major announcement as attorney general.
President Trump said he spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin and directed his national security team to lead negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine.
While the Trump administration has highlighted transfers of dangerous criminals to Guantanamo Bay, it is also sending nonviolent, "low-risk" migrants.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams' attorney Alex Spiro criticized the mayor's corruption case after the DOJ recommended dropping the charges.
Recalled products involved a mix of Bavarian doughnuts, French crullers, éclairs and coffee rolls, according to FDA.
A bird flu-related shutdown of all live poultry markets in New York City, Westchester County and Long Island starts today.
The CDC says respiratory illness is now "very high" nationwide.
Hundreds of people rallied at a Manhattan park on Monday, calling for protections for transgender people following President Trump's executive order banning gender-affirming health care.
Gov. Kathy Hochul has taken another step to protect New York doctors who prescribe abortion pills after one was indicted in Louisiana.
Paul McCartney is returning to New York City's Bowery Ballroom on Wednesday night one day after performing a sold-out surprise concert.
A federal appeals court has upheld singer R. Kelly's racketeering convictions and a 30-year prison sentence, finding he exploited his fame for over a quarter century to sexually abuse girls and young women.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on Wednesday unveiled their 2025 nominees for induction, which include Chubby Checker, OutKast and Mariah Carey.
Among the Westminster Dog Show finalists were a bichon frisé, a shih tzu, a whippet, a German shepherd, an English springer spaniel, a giant schnauzer and a Skye terrier.
Former Beatle and music legend Paul McCartney took the stage at New York City's Bowery Ballroom for a surprise show Tuesday evening.
The New York Knicks beat the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday night.
Nic Claxton scored 16 points and the Nets pulled away after LaMelo Ball was lost to another ankle injury and beat the Hornets 97-89 on Monday night.
The Philadelphia Eagles claimed their franchise's second Super Bowl in a crushing win over the Kansas City Chiefs, denying the Chiefs a historic "three-peat."
The Jets and Aaron Rodgers will reportedly part ways, setting the stage for a new starting quarterback to run the offense in 2025.
Jon Batiste, a Louisiana native, sang the national anthem at the 2025 Super Bowl.
Many years ago, Addisleigh Park, Queens was the place to be. It was known to many as "Black Hollywood East."
A great-grandmother in Queens celebrated her 103rd birthday Friday.
Kevin Richardson, one of the Exonerated Five, stopped by his alma mater in the Bronx on Friday to discuss the importance of knowing your rights when encountering law enforcement.
Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson is asking Mayor Eric Adams for more funding towards the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation to plant more trees.
An East Harlem pediatric clinic is encouraging families to launch their literacy journey early as data shows falling reading scores nationwide.
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.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
A long-discussed project to bolster Long Island MacArthur Airport is getting new life. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff was at the airport for the governor's announcement about bringing the planes closer to the trains.
A sinkhole in New Jersey still has the eastbound lanes of I-80 closed at Exit 34 in Wharton.
CBS News New York's John Dias has more on how the animal's savior got there in the nick of time.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn says to watch out for patches of ice during your commute on Thursday morning.
President Trump says the end of the war between Russia and Ukraine is within reach. Wednesday, the president spoke with Russian President Putin and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy about beginning negotiations to end the nearly 3-year-long conflict. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
