NYPD Commissioner Dermot Shea Discusses Challenges, His Future & More Ahead Of Dec. 31 Retirement
After two years on the job, Dec. 31 will be the last day on the job for New York City's 44th police commissioner.
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NYPD: Repeat Offenders, Young People With Guns Big Problems Mayor-Elect Adams Will Need To Solve
One of the reasons why Adams, a former NYPD captain, was elected mayor was the belief that he would be able to make the city safer.
Hate Crimes Spike Citywide, New NYPD Data Reveals
Overall, there have been 503 hate and bias crimes to date, up from 252 in 2020. That's a 100% increase.
NYPD Commissioner Dermot Shea, Deputy Commissioner Benjamin Tucker Retiring At End Of Year
Their last day will be Dec. 31.
See It: Police Commissioner Shea Helps Pull Off Surprise Proposal
The officer thought she had been called into the commissioner's office to receive a special award. Instead, she got a surprise proposal.
Ed Mullins, Former NYPD Sergeants Union Leader, Found Guilty In 2 Department Disciplinary Cases
Mullins resigned from his union position after an FBI raid on his office and home on Oct. 5. He later filed for retirement from the department.
During Questioning In Albany, NYPD Commissioner Shea Backtracks On Bail Reform Law As Big Reason For Gun Violence
There has been a stunning about face by NYPD Commissioner Dermot Shea on the causes of the city's seemingly uncontrollable gun violence.
NYPD Commissioner Dermot Shea Joins Peace & Unity Walk In Brooklyn For National Faith And Blue Weekend
Other events this weekend include town halls, picnics, athletic events and vigils.
Police Expert Says Recent Rash Of Shocking Gun Crimes May Require New York City To Rethink Its Street Safety Strategy
Police have arrested a West Side doorman and three out-of-state accomplices on charges of selling an arsenal of 80 weapons on the streets of Manhattan while numerous gun violence cases stun the city.
NYPD Commissioner Says Teenagers Being 'Gunned Down And Killed' Is 'The Real Crisis In New York City'
Just this week, three 16-year-old were shot and killed in separate incidents.
De Blasio Says City Prepared For School Staffing Shortages As COVID Vaccine Deadline Approaches
New York City Department of Education workers without at least one dose risk losing their jobs.
Police Commissioner Dermot Shea Says NYPD Is Working To Assist Rikers Island Amid Staffing Shortages
Earlier this week, Mayor Bill de Blasio unveiled reforms at Rikers.
Top Federal, State, City Officials Receive 9/11 Security Briefing At NYPD Headquarters Ahead Of Remembrance Ceremonies
Security is a high priority in New York City this weekend.
NYPD: Man Waiting For Cab Hit By Stray Bullet In Shooting Near Penn Station, Gunman Opened Fire After Dispute
Police are searching for a suspect they said opened fire, but missed his intended target and shot an innocent bystander outside Penn Station.
Bodycam Video Shows Moments Before NYPD Lieutenant Was Shot In Ankle Apprehending Suspect In The Bronx
Police have identified the suspect as 26-year-old Jerome Roman, from the Bronx. According to police, he is affiliated with a gang and has 25 prior arrests, which include for possession of a firearm.
NYPD Commissioner Shea On Repeat Gun Arrests: 'What Is The Plan Here?'
With gang gun violence continuing to plague the city, and no immediate solutions in sight, the mayoral candidates jumped into the fray Tuesday.
NYPD Remembers Det. Steven McDonald On 35th Anniversary Of His Shooting
The NYPD is remembering one of its own who became an advocate against gun violence after he was shot on the job.
In Wake Of Killing Of 10-Year-Old, Wounding Of 12-Year-Old, Mayor De Blasio Blames Feds, State For NYC's Gun Violence
None of the finger pointing can change the reality that the city has so far failed to stem the tide of gun violence. Shootings are up 68% so far this year.
FDNY, NYPD Renew Rivalry At Fun City Bowl At MetLife Stadium
New York's Bravest and Finest squared off on the gridiron Sunday, continuing an annual tradition.
New York Lawmakers Pushing 'Treatment Not Jails Act' -- More Comprehensive Support For Those In Legal System
The suspect in the recent attack on an Asian woman in Chinatown was no stranger to law enforcement. Alexander Wright's history of arrests is raising questions about what went wrong.
NYPD Commissioner Dermot Shea Joins Upper West Side Community For Basketball Court Reopening
It's a joint initiative to renovate and reopen more than 100 basketball courts and soccer fields in all five boroughs.
1 Year After George Floyd's Death, Calls For Police Reform Continue At Local And National Level
Hundreds of people took to the streets on Tuesday, day into night, at times taking over the Brooklyn Bridge, honoring Floyd on the anniversary of his death.
One Year After Death Of George Floyd, City Leaders Look Back On What Has Changed And What Is Still Needed
De Blasio joined Rev. Al Sharpton and other to call for more police reforms, changes to the NYPD culture, and more community involvement.
NYPD Says It's Listening To The Public, Trying To Bring More People Of Color Into Rank And File
The NYPD is celebrating efforts to recruit more diverse officers.
NYPD Officer Shot 3 Times In Brooklyn Released From Hospital
Giving high-fives and handshakes, 28-year-old Officer Brian McGurran was wheeled out of the hospital. He then got up and walked, just 13 hours after he was shot three times by a suspect.
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Everything you need to know about the Rockefeller Center tree lighting
The illumination ceremony will begin at 7 p.m. on Wednesday. Expect numerous road closures.
Knicks rout Hornets, advance in In-Season Tournament
The Knicks advanced to the knockout stage with a victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday night.
Lazar scores with 23 seconds left as Devils rally past Isles
Michael McLeod and Dawson Mercer also scored for the Devils, who were coming off a win over Buffalo last Saturday.
Despite win over Raptors, Nets knocked out of tournament
While the Nets were engaged in their close fight with the Raptors, Boston routed Chicago 124-97.
2 shot on subway in Brooklyn, police investigating
Police say a 17-year-old boy was struck in the hand and a 40-year-old man was struck in the ankle.
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Everything you need to know about the Rockefeller Center tree lighting
The illumination ceremony will begin at 7 p.m. on Wednesday. Expect numerous road closures.
2 shot on subway in Brooklyn, police investigating
Police say a 17-year-old boy was struck in the hand and a 40-year-old man was struck in the ankle.
Central Park picks up first trace of snow
It may only be November, but we've already seen some snow across the region.
Beloved Scarsdale, N.Y. attorneys killed in Connecticut car crash
At a New Jersey funeral on Tuesday, family and friends remembered Toby and Brooke Cohen.
NYC Mayor Adams: Top fundraiser reassigned after FBI raid
Twenty-five-year-old Brianna Suggs is no longer raising money for his re-election bid.
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Central Park picks up first trace of snow
It may only be November, but we've already seen some snow across the region.
Beloved Scarsdale, N.Y. attorneys killed in Connecticut car crash
At a New Jersey funeral on Tuesday, family and friends remembered Toby and Brooke Cohen.
First Alert Weather: CBS2's 11/29 Wednesday morning forecast
For Wednesday, the cold will remain in place, but less wind will make it feel slightly better.
First Alert Weather: Coldest weather of the season settling in
The coldest air of the season will likely be observed Tuesday through at least Wednesday morning.
40 years ago, getting Cabbage Patch doll for Christmas was parental mission
The year was 1983, and the demand far exceeded the supply, as parents cut all kinds of corners to get one.
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NJ residents rally against antisemitism ahead of pro-Palestinian rally
A flyer promoting a "Teaneck High School walk out for Palestine" reads in part, "Do not stay silent during a genocide."
Central Park picks up first trace of snow
It may only be November, but we've already seen some snow across the region.
Beloved Scarsdale, N.Y. attorneys killed in Connecticut car crash
At a New Jersey funeral on Tuesday, family and friends remembered Toby and Brooke Cohen.
First Alert Weather: CBS2's 11/29 Wednesday morning forecast
For Wednesday, the cold will remain in place, but less wind will make it feel slightly better.
Brewery owners say enough is enough with N.J.'s antiquated liquor laws
They say not being allowed to hold unlimited events, serve food, and collaborate with vendors is shocking.
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L.I. man arrested after barricading inside home for hours
When officers arrived, they saw a 14-year-old girl running down the street. She said she was being chased by a man.
N.Y. DMV offers solutions to eye test need for driver's licenses
As many as 49,000 drivers risk suspension if they fail to submit an acceptable vision test before Friday.
Nikola Tesla lab on Long Island damaged in devastating fire
After years of intensive work, it was due to soon open as the Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe.
Rep. George Santos says he expects to be expelled from Congress this week
New York Democratic Rep. Dan Goldman is co-sponsoring a privileged resolution to remove Santos.
First Alert Weather: Coldest weather of the season settling in
The coldest air of the season will likely be observed Tuesday through at least Wednesday morning.
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NYC Mayor Adams: Top fundraiser reassigned after FBI raid
Twenty-five-year-old Brianna Suggs is no longer raising money for his re-election bid.
Asylum seekers wait in cold to get re-ticketed to stay in NYC shelters
Mayor Eric Adams and his administration continue to call the crisis the top issue the city is facing.
Brewery owners say enough is enough with N.J.'s antiquated liquor laws
They say not being allowed to hold unlimited events, serve food, and collaborate with vendors is shocking.
House begins latest effort to expel George Santos after damning ethics probe
The House will try for a third time this year to expel New York Rep. George Santos after the Ethics Committee released a scathing report detailing his alleged lawbreaking.
Elected officials tout new 5-year plan to improve road safety in Queens
CBS New York spoke to families in Astoria calling for change after losing loved ones in traffic collisions.
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NYC parents worried about respiratory illnesses impacting children in China
Hospitals in China are swamped with kids diagnosed with pneumonia and other respiratory infections.
Hochul reviewing biomarker testing bill that could change cancer treatment
The genetic testing helps create more targeted treatment plans. However, one-third of health plans don't currently cover it.
Hackensack Meridian Health hit with possible network breach
Patients in need of emergency care were being diverted away from hospitals impacted by the network outage.
On Call with Dr. Kumar: Retail therapy
Shopping can be good for your health as you hit the stores this holiday season, but be careful not to go overboard.
FDA warns about Neptune's Fix supplements after reports of hospitalizations
The illegal Neptune's Fix brand supplements claim to contain tianeptine, known as "gas station heroin."
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"Late Show" episodes canceled as Stephen Colbert recovers from surgery
Late night host Stephen Colbert is recovering from surgery for a ruptured appendix, he said on Monday.
Rock band KISS celebrated in New York as they play their farewell shows
A legendary rock band is giving a goodbye kiss to their hometown.
New sexual assault claim filed against hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs
A claim filed Wednesday alleges Combs drugged and sexually assaulted a woman in 1991.
Jamie Foxx accused of sexually assaulting woman at NYC restaurant
The plaintiff alleges Foxx sexually assaulted her inside Catch NYC in the Meatpacking District in 2015.
Keltie Knight to perform as Roxie Hart with "Chicago The Musical"
CBS New York spent some time with Knight talking about how the assignment is a longtime dream come true for her.
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Knicks rout Hornets, advance in In-Season Tournament
The Knicks advanced to the knockout stage with a victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday night.
Lazar scores with 23 seconds left as Devils rally past Isles
Michael McLeod and Dawson Mercer also scored for the Devils, who were coming off a win over Buffalo last Saturday.
Despite win over Raptors, Nets knocked out of tournament
While the Nets were engaged in their close fight with the Raptors, Boston routed Chicago 124-97.
Sabres score 3 unanswered goals in third, steamroll Rangers
Mika Zibanejad scored the only goal for New York in the 5-1 defeat on Monday night.
Nets hit NBA season-high 25 3-pointers, beat Bulls
Spencer Dinwiddie scored 24 points for Brooklyn in the 118-109 victory on Sunday night.
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Exclusive: Viewer blows whistle on reckless parking in Jamaica, Queens
Local residents say getting around the busy travel hub is anything but easy.
Harlem apartments nearing one month with broken boiler
A set of four apartment buildings on West 118th Street have not had hot water or heat all of November.
Inside the Brooklyn Public Library's efforts to improve public access
Here's how its programs go beyond the four walls of a building, as libraries citywide face budget cuts.
Bronx food pantry struggling to provide after state grant cuts
For 15 years, POTS received funding through a state grant called Hunger Prevention and Nutrition Assistance Program.
Bocce court at Queens park in state of disrepair
Players say they've been asking the city for years to fix the Kissena Park bocce court's cracking wood, warped equipment storage box and water fountain that runs dry.
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50th Annual Village Halloween Parade
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
Flooding leaves parts of New York City underwater
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Photos: Crowd turns chaotic during Union Square giveaway
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
Photos: Crane catches fire, partially collapses in NYC
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
Tony Bennett, N.Y. native and music legend, through the years
The Grammy Award winning singer who graced the stage for generations died at the age of 96.
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First Alert Forecast: CBS2 11/28/23 Nightly Weather
CBS New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for November 28 at 11 p.m.
Police arrest Woodbury man who barricaded himself inside home for 8 hours
Police arrested a man who barricaded himself inside a Long Island home for more than eight hours Tuesday. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/412tocU
Mayor Adams says chief fundraiser reassigned after FBI raided her home
Mayor Eric Adams says his top fundraiser has been reassigned. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/4140MA7
Jimmy Carter, all First Ladies attend tribute to Rosalynn Carter
Former president Jimmy Carter was joined by all living First Ladies in an emotional tribute to his late wife, Rosalynn Carter, on Tuesday. CBS New York's Dick Brennan has more on the celebration of her life. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/47VdbsA
N.J. residents rally against antisemitism ahead of pro-Palestinian walkout
Hundreds of people in New Jersey held a rally denouncing antisemitism. As CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports, this comes a day before a planned pro-Palestinian student walkout at Teaneck High School. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/47VdbsA
