Bruce Blakeman launches bid for New York governor
The two-term Nassau County executive formally launched his 2026 campaign with a video early Tuesday morning. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
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The two-term Nassau County executive formally launched his 2026 campaign with a video early Tuesday morning. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Sources tell CBS News New York the recently reelected county executive is going to challenge Rep. Elise Stefanik in the Republican primary. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Blakeman would then take on upstate Rep. Elise Stefanik in next year's GOP primary. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman is entering the 2026 New York governor's race, sources tell CBS News New York.
An estimated 3 million people in America have celiac disease, including 14,000 in Nassau County.
The man, who was arrested on Long Island, was wanted in three countries and New York City. The situation has some calling for tougher screening for licenses. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Blakeman and Koslow are vying to be executive of a county with a changing demographic and a population larger than 10 states.
They are vying to become the head of a municipality with a changing demographic, a population larger than 10 states, and a reputation for being the safest county in America. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Blakeman is seeking another term as Nassau County executive. It might be four years, or just three, pending a challenge to a new state law. Watch the full interview on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Blakeman, the Republican Nassau County executive, is seeking another term. Maloney, a Democrat, is running for City Council on the East Side. Watch the interviews on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
The Democratic Nassau County legislator is challenging Republican County Executive Bruce Blakeman for office.
Marcia Kramer interviews Congressman Tom Suozzi and Democrat Seth Koslow, who is running to unseat GOP Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman.
As Hurricane Erin brings coastal flooding and erosion impacts to Long Island, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine held a news conference to discuss emergency preparedness for future storms.
Rep. Mike Lawler says he will run for reelection in New York's 17th Congressional District in the 2026 midterms, forgoing a bid for governor.
The Republican will instead seek reelection in the 17th Congressional District. CBS News New York's Marica Kramer reports.
As CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports, Lawler bowed to pressure from President Trump and other Republicans to seek reelection in the 17th Congressional District. That leaves two Republicans still in the hunt for the gubernatorial nomination.
A Nassau County mother's son died what doctors call a preventable death at just 9 years old. Now, she is standing with legislators as they push to pass "Robbie's Law."
His action is in response to the death of a 9-year-old boy back in 2005. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore has more on "Robbie's Law."
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and local officials discuss the county's Summer Safety Program as an extreme heat warning drapes the Tri-State Area.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman held a briefing Friday to warn residents about what to expect this weekend.
President Trump appeared to try to influence the New York governor's race Tuesday in what experts say is a not-so-subtle attempt to clear the field for upstate Congresswoman Elise Stefanik to get the GOP nomination.
Long Island officials spoke out Friday in opposition to a bill that would limit the amount of traffic stops police officers conduct, specifically for minor violations.
Long Island officials spoke out Friday in opposition to a bill that would limit the amount of traffic stops police officers conduct, specifically for minor violations. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Blakeman spoke with CBS News New York's Jessica Moore on Wednesday afternoon after news came down that the White House is pulling its approval of the controversial tolling plan.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman held a news conference to discuss storm preparations Saturday afternoon.
New York wildlife advocates are calling for a ban on underpass netting, saying pigeons are getting trapped and dying.
Less than eight months after being sworn in, New Jersey Lt. Governor Dale Caldwell has come under scrutiny.
The Sounders and Red Bulls played to a 0-0 draw on Saturday night.
The New York Yankees beat the San Diego Padres 5-1 on Saturday.
NYPD Officer John William Perry was killed when the north tower collapsed on Sept. 11, 2001.
NYPD Officer John William Perry was killed when the north tower collapsed on Sept. 11, 2001.
A man was stabbed to death in Brooklyn on Saturday afternoon.
Demolition started Saturday on a Queens home that was devastated by flooding back in May.
Trinity Church is commemorating 9/11 with a large-scale origami installation at St. Paul's Chapel in Lower Manhattan.
After a week filled with periods of storminess and high humidity, a calmer and drier weather pattern is settling in for the holiday weekend.
After a week filled with periods of storminess and high humidity, a calmer and drier weather pattern is settling in for the holiday weekend.
Severe storms returned to the Tri-State Area, making it a soggy Thursday morning.
The rain returns Tuesday with the possibility of severe storms and downpours that can cause flash flooding in the New York City area.
Activity by ICE agents is putting a chill on the economy in parts of Connecticut after an estimated 100 people were recently grabbed off the streets of Danbury and other communities.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for Tuesday and Wednesday due to the threat of strong to severe thunderstorms.
New York wildlife advocates are calling for a ban on underpass netting, saying pigeons are getting trapped and dying.
Less than eight months after being sworn in, New Jersey Lt. Governor Dale Caldwell has come under scrutiny.
After a week filled with periods of storminess and high humidity, a calmer and drier weather pattern is settling in for the holiday weekend.
Tennis player Michael Zheng grew up playing at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Now, he's back on those same courts as one of the final 32 men at the U.S. Open.
A passenger on a flight to Newark Airport in New Jersey was so disruptive, he had to be duct-taped to his seat.
Police in Suffolk County, Long Island, say a woman found dead inside her home Thursday was murdered. Her body was found by a family member inside her Sayville home. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
A Sayville woman was found dead Thursday night, and police said they believe she was a victim of violence. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
A 62-year-old woman was found dead inside her Sayville home Thursday night. Police say she was a victim of violence.
Police on Long Island recently impounded an imitation presidential limousine that was part of a mock motorcade and carrying a President Trump look-alike.
Massive whale sharks were recently spotted surfacing right next to a boat near New York City, turning an ordinary day on the water into an extraordinary encounter.
Less than eight months after being sworn in, New Jersey Lt. Governor Dale Caldwell has come under scrutiny.
NYC Mayor Mamdani is facing questions about the city's use of an encrypted messaging channel to send information to social media influencers.
Police on Long Island recently impounded an imitation presidential limousine that was part of a mock motorcade and carrying a President Trump look-alike.
Police in North Brunswick, New Jersey, say ICE agents detained a driver who crashed into another vehicle on Wednesday morning.
New York City Council members announced an investment in how future generations learn about 9/11 and hosted a wreath-laying ceremony to mark 25 years since the attack.
A new study from NYU shows that the number of American children taking GLP-1s for weight loss has increased 300-fold since 2019.
A report released Tuesday is offering a new glimpse into the health impact the 9/11 attacks continue to have on FDNY first responders.
Two more people who were sickened in the Upper East Side Legionnaires' disease cluster have died, health officials announced Friday.
A new electronic device that's the size of a grain of rice is making a big difference for heart patients.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
The Met's decision to highlight the work by designer John Galliano sparked widespread controversy due to his history of antisemitic and racist comments.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
NYC's Empire State Building paid tribute to music legend Dolly Parton Tuesday night. Parton, 80, died Tuesday in Nashville, her family announced.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
The Sounders and Red Bulls played to a 0-0 draw on Saturday night.
The New York Yankees beat the San Diego Padres 5-1 on Saturday.
Rafael Devers and Christian Koss each homered twice Saturday, powering the Giants to a 9-5 win over the Mets.
The Padres beat the Yankees 3-2 on Friday night to move back into the third National League wild-card spot.
Francisco Alvarez hit two of New York's five home runs Friday night, leading Nolan McLean and the Mets to a 10-6 win over the Giants.
The Brooklyn family traces its roots to Pieter Claesen Wyckoff, who arrived in the New World 400 years ago. Today, descendants connect through reunions, Zoom calls and a massive genealogical database.
An off-duty volunteer EMT was honored Wednesday for saving a man's life at the 2026 New York Knicks Championship parade.
With tickets to the U.S. Open skyrocketing, tennis advocates in the Harlem community are working to make the sport more accessible for New Yorkers.
The DSNY reported an increase in needle stick injuries for New York City sanitation workers.
A Queens homeowner says that overgrown city trees on her block are creating a safety hazard at night.
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.
New York wildlife advocates are calling for a ban on underpass netting, saying pigeons are getting trapped and dying. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
Police are searching for the suspects involved in a deadly stabbing in Brooklyn. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for September 5 at 11 p.m.
A man is dead after an incident involving an MTA bus in Brooklyn on Saturday night.
Hundreds of firefighters from around the world came together Saturday for a 9/11 memorial stair climb in Atlanta.