NYPD: Man Scales Brooklyn Bridge, Taken Into Custody
Officers spoke to the man for about three hours.
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Officers spoke to the man for about three hours.
Up to $13,000 in prize money is being offered for ideas to redesign the bridge's walkway and bike lanes.
The NYPD says there have been at least 14 reported anti-Semitic attacks in the last two weeks.
"If everyone put out just a hand to help, people will grab it. They want help," Joey Hansen said.
The ride-share drivers claim recent app changes will cheat them out of pay.
A man is in critical condition after jumping off the Brooklyn Bridge during a police chase Saturday night.
Christians around the world commemorated the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ in Good Friday services, including a Way of the Cross procession across the Brooklyn Bridge.
Should tourists be taxed for walking across the Brooklyn Bridge? One man thinks so.
The flames broke out around 7:15 a.m. in the right lane of the Brooklyn-bound span.
Authorities say the father of a baby who was found dead in the East River last weekend in now in police custody.
Kayaks made with cardboard and tape raced in the waters to raise awareness about the small stretch of Manhattan's coastline under the bridge that's usually closed.
The city's Department of Transportation is taking steps to ease congestion on the Brooklyn Bridge.
On this day in 1983, the Brooklyn Bridge celebrated its 100th birthday.
The man was taken to the 84th Precinct in Brooklyn and is facing criminal trespassing charges.
The American Road & Transportation Builders Association's analysis of transportation department data shows more than 55,000 bridges in the U.S. have been deemed deficient.
If you're thinking of attaching a love lock on the Brooklyn Bridge be warned: There'll be a price to pay.
Another apparent selfie-seeker has been arrested on the Brooklyn Bridge.
Some have called it 'Times Square in the sky,' the Brooklyn Bridge draws big crowds -- maybe too big -- and now the city is looking to combat overcrowding.
Make this year one to remember at one of these great places to watch the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular.
It was a recipe for disaster when a lost dog was seen wandering around on the Brooklyn Bridge, until one brave limousine driver stepped in.
Sources told CBS2 the men told police they were climbing the bridge because they wanted to take photos of the sunrise.
First time visitor's guide to the best attractions and dining in New York City.
Protesters rallied in Manhattan Monday night, after a grand jury declined to indict the officers involved in the shooting that killed 12-year-old Tamir Rice in Cleveland last year.
Despite extremely tight security at the Brooklyn Bridge, an incident Friday afternoon had police scrambling to rescue a woman in a very dangerous place.
Thousands of people in red T-shirts filled Cadman Plaza on Wednesday as the event got under way.
Brayden Schenn had a goal and two assists, and Matthew Schaefer tied the rookie defenseman franchise scoring record as New York rallied past Florida.
Dr. Lee rose to fame after his testimony in Simpson's 1995 trial, in which he questioned the handling of blood evidence.
U.S. Central Command said Saturday that more than 11,000 targets have been struck since Operation Epic Fury began on Feb. 28.
The Center for Brooklyn History showcase examines the Battle of Brooklyn through rare maps, paintings, and historical artifacts from the American Revolutionary War.
Organizers say more than 3,100 events were registered in the U.S., with more than 9 million people expected to participate.
The Center for Brooklyn History showcase examines the Battle of Brooklyn through rare maps, paintings, and historical artifacts from the American Revolutionary War.
The "No Kings" protest in New York City on Saturday is drawing demonstrators from across the Tri-State Area, and causing traffic delays in Midtown Manhattan.
A vigil was held Friday night for a Sheepshead Bay High School football player who was shot and killed by a teammate earlier this week.
The deaths of a child and three adults in a Flushing, Queens, fire are now being investigated as homicides.
Members and associates of the Riverhead-based 48 Gang are charged with crimes linked to murders, armed robberies and shootings dating back to 2021, prosecutors said.
It may not feel like spring right away, but Friday's weather does deliver a clear shift in the air in New York City.
The New York City area will be under a wind advisory Monday with periods of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms expected across the region.
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.
Two teenagers are facing charges in connection to a Hackensack, New Jersey, stabbing that sent one of them to the hospital.
A New Jersey family says missteps by school administrators led a 14-year-old to take his own life, but the district denies that claim.
Nerdeen Kiswani, co-founder of the group Within Our Lifetime, said the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force told her about "a plot against my life that was 'about to' take place."
The St. John's Red Storm played the No. 1 overall seed Duke in the NCAA Tournament's Sweet 16 on Friday night.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed three bills into law Wednesday limiting the power of ICE agents in New Jersey.
Members and associates of the Riverhead-based 48 Gang are charged with crimes linked to murders, armed robberies and shootings dating back to 2021, prosecutors said.
The St. John's Red Storm played the No. 1 overall seed Duke in the NCAA Tournament's Sweet 16 on Friday night.
Accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann is likely to change his plea to guilty when he next appears in court, a source with knowledge of the case tells CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff.
A second person was arrested Tuesday in connection with a 2021 acid attack on Long Island college student Nafiah Ikram.
High school students are helping residents in assisted living in Long Island, New York feel a bit more confident with makeovers.
The "No Kings" protest in New York City on Saturday is drawing demonstrators from across the Tri-State Area, and causing traffic delays in Midtown Manhattan.
Ten U.S. service members were injured in an attack on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, according to multiple U.S. officials.
Nerdeen Kiswani, co-founder of the group Within Our Lifetime, said the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force told her about "a plot against my life that was 'about to' take place."
Iran-linked cyber criminals accessed FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email account, sources said.
The House passed a measure to fund the Department of Homeland Security for 60 days — but it's still unclear how the shutdown will end as the Senate, which approved its own funding plan, is on recess.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
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.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Savannah Guthrie stepped back from her NBC duties almost two months ago when her mother, Nancy Guthrie, disappeared. The investigation is ongoing.
Rapper Megan Thee Stallion made her Broadway debut Tuesday night, adding some of her own big hits to "Moulin Rouge! The Musical."
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Bodycam video footage of Justin Timberlake's June 2024 DWI arrest on Long Island was released to the media Friday.
Brayden Schenn had a goal and two assists, and Matthew Schaefer tied the rookie defenseman franchise scoring record as New York rallied past Florida.
Dylan Garand made 27 saves for his first NHL win as the Rangers downed the Blackhawks 6-1 on Friday night.
St. John's was eliminated from the NCAA tournament Friday night after falling to Duke, 80-75, in the Sweet 16.
Aaron Judge hit a two-run homer in the sixth to end an 0-for-7 start to his season after the two-time reigning AL MVP had a strike call overturned by the automated system earlier in that same at-bat when he challenged, and the New York Yankees beat the San Francisco Giants 3-0.
The St. John's Red Storm played the No. 1 overall seed Duke in the NCAA Tournament's Sweet 16 on Friday night.
The Center for Brooklyn History showcase examines the Battle of Brooklyn through rare maps, paintings, and historical artifacts from the American Revolutionary War.
From World War II to modern mixology, women in Brooklyn fought for their place behind the bar. This Women's History Month, their legacy continues to influence the city's nightlife.
A new performing arts venue with a focus on immigrant stories is opening in Upper Manhattan this fall. CBS News New York's Noëlle Lilley got an exclusive tour of the construction that will give The People's Theatre its first home in more than 15 years.
Members of the Apollo Theater, where Kiki Shepard left her mark for 15 years, reflect on her legacy after the Harlem icon's death at age 74.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
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.
The Center for Brooklyn History examines the Battle of Brooklyn through rare maps, paintings, and historical artifacts from the American Revolutionary War. CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger reports.
Firefighters battled thick black smoke and heavy flames at the empty building in Brooklyn.
The DHS funding fight in Washington is one of the issues fueling rallies across the country. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
John Elliott has the Tri-State Area's updated Saturday morning First Alert Forecast on CBS News New York.
Friday was the last dance for St. John's, losing a heartbreaker to Duke. CBS News New York's Otis Livingston reports.
