Adams eyes drones as police investigate another Central Park assault
With crime on the rise in Central Park, Mayor Eric Adams and the NYPD are looking into drones and other technology.
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With crime on the rise in Central Park, Mayor Eric Adams and the NYPD are looking into drones and other technology.
Police are stepping up patrols in Central Park after a spike in robberies and assaults. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman has details on the plans.
The NYPD held a press conference Wednesday to address the recent spike in crime in Central Park.
The NYPD is beefing up patrols in Central Park in a response to a spike in crime. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer spoke to two robbery victims.
The NYPD is stepping up patrols in Central Park, adding dozens of officers, after three crimes there within the past three days. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
With crime on the rise in Central Park, Mayor Eric Adams says he is looking into drones as the possible answer. It comes as police investigate the latest assault that happened Wednesday morning at the park's tennis courts. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Mayor Eric Adams says the NYPD is looking into drones and other technology as major crimes spike in Central Park. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has the latest.
Police say major crime in the Central Park precinct is up 46%. A man who was recently assaulted in the park spoke to CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis.
Three teenagers have been arrested for a mugging overnight in Central Park. One of them is just 14 years old.
There's ongoing fallout after Robert F. Kennedy Jr's bizarre confession that he left a dead bear cub in Central Park. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports.
"I said let's go put the bear in Central Park and we'll make it look like it got hit by a bike," Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said in a video he posted on X.
The Independent presidential candidate is confessing to a nearly decade-old mystery involving a dead bear found in Central Park. CBS New York's Christina Fan has the story.
The Independent presidential candidate confessed over the weekend to a nearly decade-old mystery involving a dead bear found in Central Park. CBS New York's Christina Fan has the story.
Blackpink rapper and singer Lisa will co-headline the 2024 Global Citizen Festival in Central Park, the festival announced Tuesday.
In Central Park, Gladiators NYC are a dedicated band of warriors who bring history to life on green lawns dotted with picnickers. The clash of steel weapons and real armor echoes with a different kind of rhythm. CBS New York's Steve Overmyer reports.
The NYPD said Wednesday that Jermaine Longmire, 43, was arrested in the attack on a 21-year-old woman in Central Park on June 24.
Jermaine Longmire, 43, was charged with attempted rape and sex abuse in the June 24 incident. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Police have person of interest in custody in the sexual assault of a sunbather in Central Park. The person has not yet been charged.
CBS New York's Lisa Rozner has the latest on the investigation.
Police have person of interest in custody in the sexual assault of a sunbather in Central Park. The person has not been charged yet in the Central Park case, but has an active warrant on an unrelated matter, the NYPD said. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
The New York City Virus Hunters are getting their hands dirty to find out which little birdies might be carrying a deadly disease in Central Park.
Police in New York City released a sketch of the man they say sexually assaulted a woman who was sunbathing this week in Central Park.
Police in New York City released a sketch of the man they say sexually assaulted a woman who was sunbathing this week in Central Park.
Police in New York City are searching for a man they say sexually assaulted a woman who was sunbathing Monday in Central Park.
CBS New York's Jenna DeAngelis has the NYPD's latest on the investigation.
A New York judge will decide Monday if evidence found in Luigi Mangione's backpack during his arrest can be used during his state trial.
A late-night meeting between the MTA and union leaders failed to end a strike that shut down the Long Island Rail Road. Negotiations resumed Monday morning.
With the LIRR strike entering its third day, the MTA and union leaders will resume talks at 7:30 a.m. Monday.
Thousands of people showed up bright and early for AIDS Walk New York 2026, the largest HIV and AIDS fundraiser in the U.S., in Central Park on Sunday.
A summertime weather pattern has moved into the New York Area, bringing potentially record-high temperatures.
A New York judge will decide Monday if evidence found in Luigi Mangione's backpack during his arrest can be used during his state trial.
A late-night meeting between the MTA and union leaders failed to end a strike that shut down the Long Island Rail Road. Negotiations resumed Monday morning.
With the LIRR strike entering its third day, the MTA and union leaders will resume talks at 7:30 a.m. Monday.
Thousands of people showed up bright and early for AIDS Walk New York 2026, the largest HIV and AIDS fundraiser in the U.S., in Central Park on Sunday.
A summertime weather pattern has moved into the New York Area, bringing potentially record-high temperatures.
The weekend is set to be the warmest of the year so far with summer-like weather across the Tri-State Area.
Keep an umbrella nearby as there's a chance for showers across the New York and New Jersey area. But the weather will turn to sunshine and warm temperatures for the weekend.
The weather on Wednesday will be a mix of sunshine and clouds with the potential for a shower in New York City. In the evening, rain becomes more widespread.
An unsettled pattern continues through the entire Mother's Day weekend in the New York City area.
After summer-like warmth, rainy weather and cooler temperatures return to the New York City area mid-week.
The driver of a Jeep was killed when their vehicle struck a tanker truck on I-287, causing both vehicles to go up in flames, New Jersey State Police said.
With just weeks to go before the primary, voters in New Jersey's 7th Congressional District are wondering where their congressman is.
Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks will take place on both the lower East River near the Seaport and the lower Hudson River, in collaboration with Jersey City.
It was down to the wire for one lucky New Jersey lottery winner. A winning $5.9 million Pick-6 lottery ticket was just eight days away from expiring.
The weekend is set to be the warmest of the year so far with summer-like weather across the Tri-State Area.
A late-night meeting between the MTA and union leaders failed to end a strike that shut down the Long Island Rail Road. Negotiations resumed Monday morning.
With the LIRR strike entering its third day, the MTA and union leaders will resume talks at 7:30 a.m. Monday.
A summertime weather pattern has moved into the New York Area, bringing potentially record-high temperatures.
While the LIRR work stoppage has caused a mess for people heading to weekend events, the real concern is Monday morning's commute.
On Day 1 of the LIRR strike, riders reported their regular trips to and from New York City turned into marathons.
Alex Bores has a master's degree in computer science, but for some reason tech titans are trying to stop his campaign in New York's 12th Congressional District.
While the LIRR work stoppage has caused a mess for people heading to weekend events, the real concern is Monday morning's commute.
Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.
The work stoppage, the LIRR's first since 1994, went into effect after the MTA and five unions representing 3,500 workers failed to reach a deal on a new four-year contract.
With just weeks to go before the primary, voters in New Jersey's 7th Congressional District are wondering where their congressman is.
Thousands of people showed up bright and early for AIDS Walk New York 2026, the largest HIV and AIDS fundraiser in the U.S., in Central Park on Sunday.
A New York doctor who contracted and survived Ebola more than a decade ago says he is worried for healthcare workers who are at the center of treating the latest outbreak.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed millions to keep the program open, but the reforms would cut reimbursement rates for private duty nurses.
A New York native is among 16 American passengers who are quarantining in Nebraska after being on the cruise ship that is at the center of the deadly hantavirus outbreak.
American passengers on the MV Hondius cruise ship, which was hit with a deadly outbreak of the hantavirus, are back in the U.S. Three of the at least 10 people confirmed infected in the outbreak have died.
The well-known film critic and journalist Rex Reed has died at 87.
"The Pitt" star Isa Briones is bringing heightened pride and Filipino presence to both stage and screen.
Broadway's "The Book of Mormon" has canceled two weeks of performances following a fire at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
Tyrone Taylor hit a game-tying three-run homer off All-Star closer David Bednar with two outs in the ninth as the Mets rallied to defeat the Yankees in 10.
Luke Weaver escaped a bases-loaded, no-outs jam against his former team as the Mets beat the Yankees Saturday night to even the Subway Series.
Anunoby has the maximum amount of time to rest before Game 1 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino joked that if someone does pay $2 million for a ticket to the World Cup final, "I will personally bring him a hot dog and a Coke."
Cole likely has one more minor league rehab start in his recovery from elbow surgery before he rejoins the New York Yankees starting rotation.
Ahead of the 2026 RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon, some athletes are showing how simply reaching the starting line is a victory.
The Second Avenue Subway project has entered phase two of extending the "Q" line, but Harlem businesses say they're struggling to co-exist with the construction.
City Council members say requirement for transparent roll-down gates is burdensome for small businesses ahead of the July 1 enforcement deadline.
For more than four decades, residents living beside Brooklyn's District 13 Sanitation Garage in Coney Island have been waiting for the facility to move away from their homes.
There's a swim club in Harlem teaching kids a lifesaving skill, and they're turning timid swimmers into competitors.
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 New York judge will decide Monday if evidence found in Luigi Mangione's backpack during his arrest can be used during his state trial. Legal expert Richard Schoenstein, who isn't affiliated with the case, said this hearing is critical for the trial.
AAA's Robert Sinclair said the LIRR strike will affect major arteries such as the Southern State, Northern State and Long Island Expressway.
CBS News Radio is ending its broadcasts on Friday after almost 100 years on the air.
President Trump called on Iran to make a deal or prepare for more bombings. His warning came soon after a drone strike targeted the sole nuclear power plant of the United Arab Emirates.
A judge is set to rule on whether evidence found in Luigi Mangione's backpack during his arrest can be used during his state trial.
