Out-of-control garbage truck sets off fatal chain reaction in NYC
Wild surveillance video shows the garbage truck striking multiple cars in East Harlem, setting off a chain reaction leading to a woman's death.
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Wild surveillance video shows the garbage truck striking multiple cars in East Harlem, setting off a chain reaction leading to a woman's death.
A 75-year-old woman was killed when scaffolding collapsed during the chain-reaction crash. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
Wild surveillance video shows a garbage truck striking multiple cars in East Harlem, setting off a chain reaction crash leading to a woman's death. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports.
A woman was killed when an out-of-control garbage truck set of a chain reaction that killed a pedestrian in East Harlem Tuesday. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports.
A pedestrian was killed and four others were hurt when a garbage truck hit scaffolding in East Harlem early Tuesday morning.
A dozen people face federal charges in a widespread drug operation at a housing project in East Harlem.
Santiago's Beer Garden in East Harlem is beginning the arduous task of rebuilding after it was destroyed by a fire earlier this month.
CBS News New York's Noëlle Lilley spoke about the generosity with the owner of Santiago's Beer Garden.
A large fire broke out at a beer garden in East Harlem on Wednesday and spread to an apartment building, displacing families. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
Multiple New York City police officers were injured when their NYPD van overturned during a crash in Upper Manhattan.
NYPD officials said the van flipped on its side during the crash in Upper Manhattan. CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
The NYPD says officers saw the suspect fire a weapon, then gave chase and fired shots. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
The FDNY says the elevators weren't working when crews were trying to battle a fire on the 19th floor of a building in East Harlem on Wednesday. One woman died.
A 69-year-old woman was struck by a stray bullet and taken to a local hospital, where she died.
Police say a man has been charged in a shooting that killed an innocent bystander in East Harlem.
A 72-year-old woman died after a fire at an East Harlem apartment building.
The Health Department says the deadly outbreak is over, with no new cases since earlier this month.
According to a high-ranking police source, shots were fired after a robbery and the victim got caught in the crossfire.
A 69-year-old woman died Wednesday after she was shot in the face while walking with her friend in East Harlem. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
As NYC's long-awaited subway expansion finally gets the green light, some will be forced out as the MTA seizes properties.
As NYC's long-awaited subway expansion finally moves forward, some will be forced out as the MTA seizes properties. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
The MTA board has approved an approximately $2 billion tunnel boring contract, which will extend Q train service from 96th Street to 125th Street. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports.
East Harlem residents danced in the streets Sunday for the annual 111th Street Old Timers Day.
Three people were shot and a child was injured in the commotion when a gunman opened fire near a barbecue in East Harlem on Thursday night, police and witnesses said.
Three people were shot and a child was injured when a gunman opened fire near a barbecue in East Harlem. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
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.
Four suspects pulled off a brazen smash-and-grab robbery inside a Woodbridge, New Jersey, jewelry store over the weekend.
The large earthquake that struck Colombia on Monday has left many people in Queens concerned. The borough has one of the largest Colombian-American populations in the New York City area.
A judge on Staten Island has temporarily blocked implementation of New York City's new pied-à-terre tax.
The captain of the boat that capsized near Liberty Island Saturday, resulting in the death of a mother and her infant child, appeared in federal court Monday.
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.
The large earthquake that struck Colombia on Monday has left many people in Queens concerned. The borough has one of the largest Colombian-American populations in the New York City area.
A judge on Staten Island has temporarily blocked implementation of New York City's new pied-à-terre tax.
The captain of the boat that capsized near Liberty Island Saturday, resulting in the death of a mother and her infant child, appeared in federal court Monday.
Dramatic video captures the moment a tractor trailer smashed into an overpass on I-87 in Rockland County, New York, on Monday.
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.
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.
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.
A car plowed into a road crew on Long Island Monday morning, killing one worker and seriously injuring two others, Suffolk County police said. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
A construction worker was killed and two others were injured when they were struck by a vehicle in Nesconset on Monday morning, Suffolk County police said.
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 NYPD is mourning the death of a former chief.
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.
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.
In a narrow 50-49 vote, President Trump's former defense lawyer was confirmed as attorney general in a vote early Saturday.
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.
The source of exposure for the Legionnaires cluster on Manhattan's Upper East Side has been eliminated, according to the New York City Health Department.
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.
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.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the New York Mets 9-0 on Saturday night to end a four-game skid.
Mariano Rivera was back on the field at the Yankees' annual Old-Timers' Day on Saturday.
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.
As CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports, the kids who attend aren't just having fun, they are looking to the future.
It comes more than 30 years after one of the worst antisemitic attacks in New York City history. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner has the exclusive story.
CBS News New York's Scott Padgett says temperatures will reach the upper 80s, but feel hotter. Conditions are expected to get more comfortable as the week progresses.
CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer has more on a plan to combat the often-oppressive heat inside stations.
Four suspects pulled off a smash-and grab in Woodbridge over the weekend. As CBS News New York's Nick Caloway reports, the thieves made off with more than $1 million worth of gold and diamonds.
