Teen boy struck by lightning in Central Park
It happened at around 3:40 p.m. in Central Park along the East Drive near East 100th Street, the FDNY said. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
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It happened at around 3:40 p.m. in Central Park along the East Drive near East 100th Street, the FDNY said. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
It happened at around 3:40 p.m. in Central Park along the East Drive near 100th Street and Fifth Avenue, the FDNY said.
Organizers say they will gather every week until the last hostage is home. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Two concerts in Central Park kicked off the unofficial beginning of summer in New York City on Wednesday. CBS News New York's Alecia Reid has more on the celebrations.
The free concert series in Central Park returns with Marcus Miller, Tank and the Bangas and The Soul Rebels.
Sunday's attack in Colorado happened as the Jewish community is observing the holiday of Shavuot with rallies across the Tri-State Area. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
CBS News New York's Otis Livingston has a recap of the Knicks' 111-94 win in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference finals, and Krystle Rich talks to ecstatic fans in the park.
There are renewed calls to shut down New York City's horse carriage industry after two horses were caught on video running loose in Central Park on Memorial Day.
The Knicks take on the Pacers tonight for Game 2 of the NBA's Eastern Conference finals at Madison Square Garden in NYC.
CBS News New York's Alecia Reid spoke with witnesses who said they had to run for cover.
The 40th Annual AIDS Walk New York drew approximately 10,000 people to Central Park on Sunday, organizers said.
John Elliott and members of the CBS News New York team were at the 40th annual AIDS Walk New York. Here's a wrap up featuring his many interviews.
The 40th annual Aids Walk New York will bring together thousands of people to raise money for the GMHC and other Tri-State area HIV and AIDS service organizations. AIDS Walk New York is one of the city's largest and most diverse community events, and among the longest running. GMHC’s new CEO Jon Mallow previews the walk
It comes after Cornell University canceled a concert of hers two weeks ago because of her "antisemitic and anti-Israel" views.
The new Davis Community Center in Central Park officially opened to the public Saturday.
A ribbon cutting was held Friday for a brand new community center located at Central Park's northeastern-most tip.
Central Park just unveiled its biggest transformation in decades – a brand new community center next to the Harlem Meer Pond. As CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge reports, it's a step toward bringing more investment and opportunity to a section of the park that some say has been overlooked.
New Yorkers were quick to get out to Central Park as the weather warms up in a major way this weekend. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
Cherry blossom trees are reaching peak bloom for the 2025 season from Brooklyn Botanic Garden to Branch Brook Park.
It's officially pickleball season as 14 courts open at Central Park's Wollman Rink in NYC.
Crews have started to mill and repave Central Park's six-mile loop.
New lanes, better separation and a push for safety – CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado shows us the construction underway to reshape how people move through Central Park.
The 2025 NYC half marathon, also known as the United Airlines NYC Half, ran Sunday with a new route from Brooklyn to Manhattan.
Crews will begin to repave Central Park's roadways later this month.
The Gates art installation in Central Park made quite a mark on New York City back in 2005. They're back in augmented reality.
After last weekend's boating tragedy near Liberty Island, there are many questions about boating safety. The U.S. Coast Guard has what you need to know to make sure a boat and its driver are safe and legal.
Rafael Rubio, the New York City Council worker who was detained and released by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, has now been granted asylum.
President Trump is weighing in on New York City's new pied-à-terre tax, a day after a judge on Staten Island temporarily blocked implementation of the controversial measure.
The NYPD is investigating a bizarre incident in Long Island City, Queens. Residents say a woman got into their apartment by tricking the doorman of their luxury building.
Ethan Funk, a 20-year-old Long Island college student, can tell you what day of the week any particular date fell on, regardless of how long ago it was.
After last weekend's boating tragedy near Liberty Island, there are many questions about boating safety. The U.S. Coast Guard has what you need to know to make sure a boat and its driver are safe and legal.
Rafael Rubio, the New York City Council worker who was detained and released by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, has now been granted asylum.
President Trump is weighing in on New York City's new pied-à-terre tax, a day after a judge on Staten Island temporarily blocked implementation of the controversial measure.
The NYPD is investigating a bizarre incident in Long Island City, Queens. Residents say a woman got into their apartment by tricking the doorman of their luxury building.
Ethan Funk, a 20-year-old Long Island college student, can tell you what day of the week any particular date fell on, regardless of how long ago it was.
The potential for severe storms and downpours returns to the Tri-State Area Monday as sweltering temperatures continue.
Monday will be a First Alert Weather Day due to the possibility of afternoon and evening thunderstorms and high heat indices near 100 degrees.
The New York area will get some brief relief Sunday from the humid weather.
Friday evening brought yet another round of prolific thunderstorms to the Tri-State Area.
A 16-year-old boy was killed after he was hit Wednesday night by a Metro-North train going from Danbury to South Norwalk, police said.
Police have made an arrest after a mother and child were hit crossing the street Tuesday morning in New Jersey.
New technology is being installed at Newark that will help track planes and vehicles moving around the airport.
Four suspects pulled off a brazen smash-and-grab robbery inside a Woodbridge, New Jersey, jewelry store over the weekend.
The potential for severe storms and downpours returns to the Tri-State Area Monday as sweltering temperatures continue.
Residents of a Newark apartment complex got a startling wakeup call Sunday morning when police in tactical gear, responding to reports of multiple people shot, stormed their building.
Rafael Rubio, the New York City Council worker who was detained and released by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, has now been granted asylum.
Ethan Funk, a 20-year-old Long Island college student, can tell you what day of the week any particular date fell on, regardless of how long ago it was.
A Long Island college student is wowing people with what his mom calls his "superpower." CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
The man who shot and killed Monroe University basketball player Amira McLeod has been sentenced to 20 years to life in prison. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
The man who shot and killed Monroe University basketball player Amira McLeod has been sentenced to 20 years to life in prison.
Rafael Rubio, the New York City Council worker who was detained and released by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, has now been granted asylum.
President Trump is weighing in on New York City's new pied-à-terre tax, a day after a judge on Staten Island temporarily blocked implementation of the controversial measure.
Back in March 1994, Yossi Spalter traveled on a van with his Yeshiva classmates from Manhattan to Crown Heights over the Brooklyn Bridge. The trip changed his life.
A judge on Staten Island has temporarily blocked implementation of New York City's new pied-à-terre tax.
"This is a choice that I am making to feel more in control of my life," said 36-year-old Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
New Yorkers who buy their own health insurance could pay more as insurers file requests with the State Department of Financial Services to increase premiums.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The New York Hotel and Gaming Trades Council claims The High Line Hotel tested positive for Legionella bacteria twice this summer.
Several lawsuits were announced Thursday against New York City and others connected to a deadly 2025 Legionnaires' outbreak in Harlem.
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed new legislation Wednesday to strengthen inspections on cooling towers in New York City.
Actor and comedian Bowen Yang will portray Mary Todd Lincoln in Broadway's "Oh, Mary!" for a limited 12-week run starting in September.
Designer John Galliano is known for his theatrical and dramatic designs, but his legacy is also marked by antisemitic and racist comments.
"The Sopranos" actor Vincent Pastore is being remembered as a fixture in his Bronx community.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
A new Broadway show based on Prince's movie and album "Purple Rain" will take the stage at Broadway's Majestic Theatre in March.
LeBron James will return to Los Angeles on Christmas Day in 2026, and the Sixers will open the season in New York against the Knicks.
Brett Baty hit the first grand slam of his career and the Mets held off the Braves 8-5 on Monday night for their sixth win in seven games.
The New York Mets routed the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-1 on Sunday afternoon.
Don Nelson was one of two coaches in NBA history to have at least 250 wins with three different franchises — Milwaukee, Dallas and Golden State.
Michael Harris II opened the 10th inning with an RBI single, and the Braves beat the Yankees 2-1 on Sunday to prevent a three-game sweep.
Some residents of a Queens building say a temporary boiler truck parked outside has become a nearly two-year fixture, emitting smoke they say drifts into their homes.
Harlem Week 2026 brings past and present Harlemites together to honor the neighborhood's legacy.
Parents in Harlem say their children's walk to summer camp is littered with trash, illegal dumping and a growing encampment.
A specialized program from God's Love We Deliver is serving nearly 400 veterans with medically tailored meals, while helping combat isolation and ease the challenges of life after military service.
The Newtown Creek Alliance community science project gives students hands-on experience monitoring the health of one of the most polluted waterways in the U.S.
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.
A newborn girl was found wrapped in a t-shirt and abandoned in Yonkers. Now, Baby Melanie is wrapped in love with a forever family. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello was at Tuesday's very special reunion.
How do you know a boat and driver are safe and legal? CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner speaks with the U.S. Coast Guard.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn says there is only a slight chance of a shower, but the rain chances will improve somewhat through Friday.
CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram spoke to some of them in Little Colombia in Elizabeth, New Jersey, on Tuesday, as rescue operations continue in western South America.
President Trump is weighing in on New York City's new pied-à-terre tax, a day after a judge on Staten Island temporarily blocked implementation of the controversial measure. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
