Steelpan musicians, state lawmakers call for more support
Activists and legislators are speaking out about the challenges local steelpan musicians often face in finding permanent rehearsal spaces. CBS New York's Hannah Kliger has the story.
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NYC comes alive with Caribbean culture and heritage at West Indian Day Parade
CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram was in Brooklyn on Monday for all the festivities.
NYC comes alive with Caribbean culture and heritage at West Indian Day Parade
CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram was in Brooklyn on Monday for all the festivities.
Thousands celebrate J'Ouvert, West Indian Day Parade in Brooklyn
Thousands of spectators lined the sidewalks to take in the sights and sounds of steelpan and calypso bands in elaborate costumes marching down Eastern Parkway.
West Indian American Day Parade underway in Brooklyn
Thousands of spectators lined the sidewalks to take in the sights and sounds of steelpan and calypso bands in elaborate costumes marching down Eastern Parkway. CBS News York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Brooklyn gearing up for J'Ouvert and West Indian American Day Parade
The celebration starts before dawn. CBS New York experienced one of the many festivities leading up to J'Ouvert.
West Indian American Day Parade nets $300 million in revenue, official says
The party on the parkway has already started, and so has the bustling business.
Police: Officer shot 17-year-old reaching for handgun in Brooklyn
There are new details on the moments leading up to the shooting of a 17-year-old in Brooklyn. Police say officers shot the teenager after he reached for a handgun. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3E1idGQ
Brooklyn leaders hold rally after community center shooting
Tuesday night, a 17-year-old was shot in the lobby of the Major Owens Health & Wellness Community Center.
Activists in Brooklyn hold rally after teen was shot at community center
Community leaders in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, rallied with an urgent plea Thursday after a teenager was shot at a community center.
3 hurt when van crashes into building in Brooklyn
It happened just after 11 p.m. Monday on Utica Avenue.
Pictured: 2 suspects sought in stabbing of woman in Crown Heights, Brooklyn
There are new images of a man and a woman wanted for a terrifying attack.
New video shows suspects in stabbing of Brooklyn woman
There are new images of a man and a woman wanted for a terrifying attack. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/44E6728
Construction begins on affordable housing project in Brooklyn
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced construction has started on the new Park Place in Crown Heights.
NYC lawmaker wants to tow cars that get too many parking tickets
New York City could start towing cars that keep getting in the way of street cleaning.
NYC could tow cars with too many parking tickets
Under the plan, any vehicle that gets three tickets for violating parking rules would be towed - even if each $65 fine is paid on time, CBS2's Alecia Reid reports.
Police seek suspect accused in subway slashing in Brooklyn
It happened on the 3 train Friday at the Nostrand Avenue station in Crown Heights.
Man accused of attacking bus driver with lighter fluid
Police say it happened after the driver announced the B44 bus was going out of service and asked passengers to exit. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Police: MTA bus driver punched, doused with lighter fluid
Police say it happened after the driver announced the B44 bus was going out of service and asked passengers to exit.
Police: MTA bus driver attacked on the job in Brooklyn
Police say it happened after the driver announced the B44 bus was going out of service and asked passengers to exit. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports from Crown Heights.
New picture shows suspects in shooting of 2 teens in Crown Heights, Brooklyn
It happened around 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Eastern Parkway near Bedford and Franklin Avenues.
2 teens shot in Crown Heights, Brooklyn
It happened around 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Eastern Parkway near Bedford and Franklin Avenues.
2 teenagers shot at Brooklyn deli
Two teenagers were shot in Brooklyn on Wednesday morning, and police say it appears they were innocent bystanders. The NYPD is looking for two other teenagers who may have pulled the trigger. CBS2's Alice Gainer reports.
Teens shot in apparent stray bullet shooting in Brooklyn
Sources tell CBS2 a 17-year-old boy and 16-year-old girl were shot in the leg, another teen was injured while running away. CBS2's Alice Gainer has the latest from Crown Heights.
2 shot in Crown Heights, Brooklyn
It happened around 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Eastern Parkway near Bedford and Frankln Avenues.
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Hochul, MTA address response to flooding that upended rail service
Trains are now running with normal weekend service, Hochul said as she thanked crews for their hard work to restore the lines.
Preaching a "more tolerant" church, Pope appoints 21 new cardinals
The 86-year-old pope welcomed the new "Princes of the Church" -- one of whom could one day become the successor to the current pontiff.
Rain slows and floodwaters recede, but New Yorkers' anger grows
Some lawmakers and business owners say the city did not do enough to warn people about Friday's deluge.
Mayor, chancellor defend decision to keep NYC schools open during storm
Mayor Adams said Chancellor Banks made the right call in keeping the classrooms open on Friday.
New Rochelle High School floods as storm drenches Westchester County
Epic rainfall made for a record-setting day in Westchester County on Friday.
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Hochul, MTA address response to flooding that upended rail service
Trains are now running with normal weekend service, Hochul said as she thanked crews for their hard work to restore the lines.
Rain slows and floodwaters recede, but New Yorkers' anger grows
Some lawmakers and business owners say the city did not do enough to warn people about Friday's deluge.
Mayor, chancellor defend decision to keep NYC schools open during storm
Mayor Adams said Chancellor Banks made the right call in keeping the classrooms open on Friday.
New Rochelle High School floods as storm drenches Westchester County
Epic rainfall made for a record-setting day in Westchester County on Friday.
Flooding leads to quite a mess for home and business owners in Mamaroneck
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First Alert Weather: Red Alert for heavy rain, flood risks
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Red Alert: Storm threatens flood watch across entire Tri-State Area
We're tracking heavy rain Friday due to the remnants of Ophelia.
Government shutdown would have "devastating" effect in Tri-State Area
A government shutdown will affect airports, critical federal aid payments to parents and children, and the ability of officials to get work permits for asylum seekers.
Where to see fall foliage near NYC in 2023
For fall foliage, from the Catskills to Central Park in New York and beyond, check out some maps to help you find the best spots.
First Alert Weather: Pick of the week as sunshine finally returns
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New Jersey under state of emergency due to flooding conditions
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First Alert Weather: Red Alert for heavy rain, flood risks
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Red Alert: Storm threatens flood watch across entire Tri-State Area
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Jersey City movie theater closed due to rat infestation
City officials said they closed the movie theater at the Newport Centre mall after rats were reportedly spotted getting in through several openings.
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Long Island flooding doesn't rise to state of emergency, Nassau exec says
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Red Alert: Storm threatens flood watch across entire Tri-State Area
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Government shutdown would have "devastating" effect in Tri-State Area
A government shutdown will affect airports, critical federal aid payments to parents and children, and the ability of officials to get work permits for asylum seekers.
Farmingdale band director remembered as "wonderful person"
A funeral was held Thursday in Massapequa Park for beloved band director Gina Pellettiere, who was killed last Thursday when their school bus overturned headed to band camp in Pennsylvania.
Prosecutors: Rex Heuermann's cheek swab matches DNA found on pizza box
The Gilgo Beach murder suspect told a judge Wednesday he spends two to three hours a day reviewing evidence in the case.
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Rain slows and floodwaters recede, but New Yorkers' anger grows
Some lawmakers and business owners say the city did not do enough to warn people about Friday's deluge.
Mayor, chancellor defend decision to keep NYC schools open during storm
Mayor Adams said Chancellor Banks made the right call in keeping the classrooms open on Friday.
House rejects McCarthy-backed bill to avoid government shutdown
The spending bill failed to win over a group of Republicans opposed to a short-term funding deal.
Dianne Feinstein, California senator who broke glass ceilings, dies at 90
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Government shutdown would have "devastating" effect in Tri-State Area
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DEA: New York City is hub for drug cartels & fentanyl distribution
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Some New Jersey hospitals reinstate mask mandate
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NYPD swears in Dr. Lynn O'Connor, first Black female police surgeon
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Free COVID tests available again ahead of expected fall and winter surge
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Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Judge ending conservatorship between Michael Oher and Memphis couple
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End of an era: Last Netflix DVDs being mailed out Friday
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Jersey City movie theater closed due to rat infestation
City officials said they closed the movie theater at the Newport Centre mall after rats were reportedly spotted getting in through several openings.
Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
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Carlos Rodon gets shelled in first inning, Royals beat up Yankees
The veteran lefty allowed eight earned runs and didn't record an out in Friday's 12-5 loss.
Judge ending conservatorship between Michael Oher and Memphis couple
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Marlins rally in 9th to take lead over Mets before rain forces suspension
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Chris Bassitt reached 200 innings for the first time, Brandon Belt hit a three-run homer and the Blue Jays moved one step closer to a wild-card berth by beating the Yankees 6-0 on Thursday night.
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Riverdale dentists' office floods for second time this month
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Inwood alternative high school adapts to asylum seeking students
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School librarian shortage hitting New York City
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New York City's first sustainable playground designed by kids opens
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Ms. Lonnie following in the footsteps of South Bronx legend Ms. Fox to help the community
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Flooding leaves parts of New York City underwater
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Congress running out of time to avert government shutdown
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First Alert Weather: Saturday morning update - 9/30/23
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Hochul, MTA addressing response to record rain that upended service
Nearly every subway line was at least partially suspended, rerouted or running with delays. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
First Alert Weather: Clearing on Saturday and then gorgeous conditions for days
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Water still a problem in low-lying areas of Hoboken
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