Proposed Bill Bans Street Vendors From Heart Of Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Display
There's no word yet when this bill will come up for a vote, but the councilman hopes it becomes law in time for this Christmas.
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There's no word yet when this bill will come up for a vote, but the councilman hopes it becomes law in time for this Christmas.
Police in Brooklyn are looking for an armed man on a motorcycle who allegedly threatened a driver in an apparent case of road rage on the BQE.
Police said the suspect approached from behind and said "I know you." He allegedly drop-kicked the victim to the ground and then ran off.
Meanwhile, Gov. Andrew Cuomo has instructed the New York State Police Hate Crimes task force to join the investigation.
Shocking video shows a gray car traveling south on Coney Island Avenue run a red light and T-bone a blue SUV heading east on Avenue L around 12:30 p.m. in Midwood. The SUV spins out of control and slams into Jose Alzorriz, who had just pulled up to the intersection.
Police said the attackers snuck up from behind, punched the victims in the face and then rummaged through their pockets.
Police say the man was punched in the back of the head, causing him to fall down a staircase and land on the floor.
The latest incident, the 19th cyclist death in the city this year alone, was captured on surveillance cameras from a corner bakery in Brooklyn just before 12:30 p.m. on Sunday.
According to police, the suspect got into the building through an unlocked window.
The victim was taken to a local hospital in critical condition.
Each time, the suspects allegedly pulled out a firearm and demanded the victims' property.
Coney Island, known as the birthplace of the amusement park, offers timeless entertainment with something for everyone. This nonprofit group encourages appreciation for the area's past and present while keeping its memories alive.
Surveillance video captured the duo prying open a donation box at the Muslim Community Center in Sunset Park on Monday.
Two Metropolitan Transportation Authority workers pulled off a subway save in Brooklyn on Thursday, rescuing a woman who was on the tracks seconds before a train would have hit her.
A Brooklyn mosque that prides itself on giving back was recently burglarized -- and it was all caught on camera.
Gonzalez is the chief law enforcement officer in a borough beset by gun violence.
The 26-year-old woman was walking home around 3 a.m. near Pennsylvania Avenue and Linden Boulevard in East New York when the man approached her and started a conversation, police said.
The child's 29-year-old mother left the car running while she ran into a restaurant Monday in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. Seconds later, both her son and SUV were gone.
A bus driver and matron are facing charges after leaving a little girl on a bus.
A 33-year-old man was shot in the chest, a 24-year-old man was shot in the left leg, a 33-year-old woman was shot in the back and a 49-year-old woman was shot in the right leg.
Starting Wednesday, six self-driving cars will begin to transport hundreds of Brooklyn Navy Yard workers during the work week.
A neighbor found the car with the child inside late Monday night at Park Place and Ralph Avenue in Crown Heights, Brooklyn.
In Brooklyn, a vigil was held Monday night in Prospect Park mourning the victims and calling for the reform of gun laws.
According to police, the mother told the officers a daycare transportation vehicle picked up the child Monday morning.
The incident happened in Brooklyn just before 7 p.m. Monday.
Dozens of ships from around the world have voyaged to New York Harbor to commemorate America's 250th anniversary.
Friday will be another day of sweltering temperatures as the extremely hot weather continues.
Times Square will host eight ball drops to celebrate Independence Day. Each ball drop will coincide with midnight in every American time zone.
Major retail stores will be open on Friday, although some may have modified hours on Saturday, July 4.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are expected to welcome around 1,000 guests at Madison Square Garden to celebrate their wedding, sources say.
Dozens of ships from around the world have voyaged to New York Harbor to commemorate America's 250th anniversary.
Friday will be another day of sweltering temperatures as the extremely hot weather continues.
Times Square will host eight ball drops to celebrate Independence Day. Each ball drop will coincide with midnight in every American time zone.
The World Cup is renewing the call for ferry service from West Harlem.
A website will pay a $200,000 fine for listing illegal parking lots near JFK Airport on its app.
Friday will be another day of sweltering temperatures as the extremely hot weather continues.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100 degrees set on this date in 1966.
The New York, New Jersey area is dealing with extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources try to keep residents cool.
Dangerously hot weather is beginning in the New York City area, with an Extreme Heat Warning about to go into effect.
Monday's severe weather has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the system is leaving the area.
Friday will be another day of sweltering temperatures as the extremely hot weather continues.
It was not immediately clear how many Delaney Hall detainees were impacted by the air conditioning issue or whether repairs were complete.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100 degrees set on this date in 1966.
Jersey City Mayor James Solomon is now lowering a proposed tax hike from 20% to 15%, but many residents says it's still a painful pill to swallow.
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for the entire region through Saturday. Temperatures could feel like 110 degrees or more.
Friday will be another day of sweltering temperatures as the extremely hot weather continues.
From Long Island to the World Cup, Joe Scally is making his hometown proud playing with the U.S. men's national team.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100° set on this date in 1966. That was the last time we hit 100° in Central Park was in 2012. CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn, Doug Williams, Mahsa Saeidi, Dave Carlin and Christine Sloan have team coverage.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100 degrees set on this date in 1966.
Point Lookout and other areas on Lido Beach were immediately red-flagged for swimming after the shark was spotted in the water.
It was not immediately clear how many Delaney Hall detainees were impacted by the air conditioning issue or whether repairs were complete.
New York City Zohran Mamdani remained unperturbed after taking a viral roasting for telling sweat-soaked New Yorkers in the middle of an expected heat wave to set their thermostats to 78° to protect the power grid.
Jersey City Mayor James Solomon is now lowering a proposed tax hike from 20% to 15%, but many residents says it's still a painful pill to swallow.
Investigations are underway into possible fraudulent activity at some of these kinds of facilities across New York, CBS News has learned.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani will give a major speech in front of the George Washington desk at City Hall on Friday morning to mark America's 250th birthday, sources say.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Justice Department from executing subpoenas in a criminal probe that sought transgender care records for patients treated at New York hospitals.
An off-duty EMT jumped into action at the Knicks parade Thursday when a man appeared to be suffering from an overdose.
New York broadcast giant Bill Ritter announced Friday he is stepping down from the WABC anchor desk after being diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer's.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are expected to welcome around 1,000 guests at Madison Square Garden to celebrate their wedding, sources say.
The NYPD has announced street closures around Madison Square Garden for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donated to 20 local and national charities ahead of their wedding Friday.
Two elite event designers shared their thoughts on how Taylor Swift's team might transform Madison Square Garden.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
Camilo Doval forced in the go-ahead run with a bases-loaded walk in a four-run 11th inning that gave the Tigers a 6-2 victory over the Yankees on Wednesday.
Sean Keys hit his first career home run, Myles Straw added a pinch-hit shot and the Blue Jays beat the Mets 9-3 in a Canada Day matinee Wednesday.
The Boston Celtics have reportedly signed NBA free agents Mitchell Robinson and Mike Conley Jr.
Riley Greene hit two of Detroit's four homers off Cam Schlittler as the Tigers beat the Yankees 9-3 on Tuesday night and sent New York to its season-worst sixth straight loss.
The World Cup is renewing the call for ferry service from West Harlem.
As children cooled off in a splash pad steps from the empty Red Hook Pool, families in the neighborhood said they are once again waiting for answers about when the public pool will open for the summer.
Miss Subways was a citywide contest that highlighted everyday New York women doing amazing things. The competition no longer exists but former titleholders say the message still rings true.
Fans gathered at the Brooklyn Public Library on Thursday for limited-edition card marking 30 years of "Reasonable Doubt."
After learning to swim in her 40s, one school leader is helping students gain life-saving skills.
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.
The couple is expected to have their big day at Madison Square Garden, prompting heavy security and some road closures. CBS News New York's Aziza Shuler reports.
As Mexico continues playing in the World Cup, a New Jersey restaurant is bringing the energy as fans cheer on their beloved team. CBS News New York's Luis Miguel Echegaray reports.
Officials are urging New Yorkers to stay in the AC, stay hydrated and limit time outside as the heat wave continues. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
More than 100 fire and EMS personnel responded to the fire at a house on Ridgewood Avenue in Cypress Hills.
The crash happened around 1:20 a.m. Friday near West 41st Street and 11th Avenue. Police say the bus driver isn't facing charges as of now.
