The Point: Adams trying to be fiscally responsible, "not the Scrooge"
Eric Adams is the 110th Mayor of New York City and says he's determined to "get stuff done." Adams spoke exclusively with CBS2's political reporter Marcia Kramer on "The Point."
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Eric Adams is the 110th Mayor of New York City and says he's determined to "get stuff done." Adams spoke exclusively with CBS2's political reporter Marcia Kramer on "The Point."
The city has seen an unprecedented number of new arrivals in the past months. Mayor Adams has floated the idea of using cruise ships, CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
Adams revealed the plan during an interview on CBS2's new political talk show "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Another convoy of buses filled with asylum seekers arrived at the Port Authority Bus Terminal on Friday, and in an exclusive interview, Mayor Eric Adams told CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer cruise ships could be a potential solution to the housing crisis.
Southern governors continue to send bus and plane loads of migrants to Northeast cities, like here in New York where Mayor Eric Adams is standing firm that he will not close the borders. CBS2's John Dias has the latest.
The move comes as Republican governors continue sending migrants to Democratic parts of the country.
The mayor announced NYCHA CEO Greg Russ is out just days after tenants at the Jacob Riis Houses faced fears of arsenic in their water.
The center will serve as a central place where newly arrived asylum seekers will receive legal services and resources to help them integrate and thrive in the city.
He said in part, "We remain focused on supporting each of these individuals and families who need our city's help."
Mayor Eric Adams on Wednesday released a statement on the ongoing surge of asylum seekers arriving in New York City and a recent group, which was initially denied shelter beds earlier this week.
He's giving them a tight deadline of two weeks to find ways to save -- without layoffs or reducing services.
The mayor is asking city agencies to trim their budgets for at least the next two years. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
Hasidic leaders are defending their approach to education and say the report is one-sided.
Despite the jobs that were saved, residents say all of those dining sheds and sidewalk tables need an upgrade.
There were plenty of emotions from ex-firefighters, educators and police officers outside City Hall on Friday.
Thursday was the first day of school for New York City's nearly 1 million public school students and also for Mayor Eric Adams and Schools Chancellor David Banks. CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer has more on their chance to turn campaign promises into reality.
First, it was positive, then negative. Jacob Riis Houses tenants have no idea if their tap water contains arsenic.
New York City's public advocate is blasting Mayor Eric Adams and NYCHA for their handling of arsenic found in the water at the Jacob Riis Houses in the East Village. Tenants told CBS2's Jessica Moore they share his frustration.
According to the NYPD, this was the third best Labor Day Weekend related to violence on record.
Mayor Eric Adams says the city came together to make sure this weekend's celebration of Caribbean culture went safely and smoothly.
Thousands of people are waiting for test results, and in the interim are now using water from cans.
Immigration advocates are calling on Mayor Eric Adams to invest $4 million in community-based organizations to support migrants. It comes as hundreds of young asylum seekers arrive in the city. CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado spoke with parents.
Heavy rain often overflows the city's sewer system because most of it is covered by surfaces that don't absorb water.
Mayor Eric Adams is defending the officers involved.
Mayor Adams and other officials announced their plans to make the city more resilient in the event of another devastating storm like Ida. CBS2's Natalie Duddridge has more.
Joel Embiid has urged 76ers fans not to sell their playoff tickets to Knicks supporters.
Round-trip rail tickets were going to cost World Cup fans $150. They will now be $105, NJ Transit CEO Kris Kolluri said Thursday.
Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams is weighing in on the ongoing war of words between Mayor Zohran Mamdani and billionaire Ken Griffin.
Police are looking for three suspects who they say ran away after a man was stabbed to death in New York City's Times Square on Monday night.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a $268 billion budget that includes a pied-à-terre tax targeting wealthy New York City second home owners.
Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams is weighing in on the ongoing war of words between Mayor Zohran Mamdani and billionaire Ken Griffin.
Police are looking for three suspects who they say ran away after a man was stabbed to death in New York City's Times Square on Monday night.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a $268 billion budget that includes a pied-à-terre tax targeting wealthy New York City second home owners.
Tensions ran high over whether or not to install locked gates at Washington Square Park at a Wednesday night meeting.
Broadway's "The Book of Mormon" has canceled two weeks of performances following a fire at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre.
After summer-like warmth, rainy weather and cooler temperatures return to the New York City area mid-week.
A cool weekend is ahead for the New York City area before warmer weather returns.
Some residual showers may linger into early Sunday morning, but the majority of the rainfall should be over by sunrise.
Amtrak announced Thursday it is suing Metro-North for allegedly blocking nonrevenue trains on a portion of the busy Northeast Corridor for over two months.
The Tri-State Area has the dirtiest air in the U.S. east of Texas, according to The American Lung Association's newly released "State of the Air" report.
Round-trip rail tickets were going to cost World Cup fans $150. They will now be $105, NJ Transit CEO Kris Kolluri said Thursday.
Firefighters are still putting out hot spots on buildings destroyed by a massive warehouse fire in Belleville, New Jersey, that started Sunday.
Rutgers University has rescinded its invitation to a graduation speaker, saying his anti-Israel comments make some uncomfortable.
In its annual Audit of Antisemitic Incidents for 2025, the ADL found New York and New Jersey were the No. 1 and 3 locations in the country for antisemitic incidents.
Pop-up events from watch parties to street festivals will take place across New Jersey as the 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a $268 billion budget that includes a pied-à-terre tax targeting wealthy New York City second home owners.
Brookhaven town residents are anxious and worried about the underwater toxic plume created by the landfill.
It's a mixed bag for Gov. Kathy Hochul in the latest poll.
Police identified the suspect in the deadly stabbing of two women on Long Island, saying he lived with one of them and worked with the other.
A suspect is in custody after two people were stabbed to death on Long Island early Friday morning, Nassau County police said.
Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams is weighing in on the ongoing war of words between Mayor Zohran Mamdani and billionaire Ken Griffin.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a $268 billion budget that includes a pied-à-terre tax targeting wealthy New York City second home owners.
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani has now left the intensive care unit, his spokesperson said, after being hospitalized with pneumonia.
A former cellmate has previously claimed that the note was written by Epstein after a failed suicide attempt less than a month before his death.
An NYPD captain has been transferred after video surfaced of him criticizing New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Democrats while on duty.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
There's been a confirmed measles case in Manhattan, health officials said Tuesday.
Keyport residents say they're on edge because of dozens of cancer cases over the years in a neighborhood near the former Aeromarine landfill.
The B.R.O. Experience Foundation uses cognitive behavioral therapy, mentorship and creative expression to support men of color navigating identity.
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.
Firefighters responded to Broadway's Eugene O'Neill Theater Monday morning after a blaze broke out.
The 2026 Met Gala's dress code is "Fashion is Art," which goes hand-in-hand with the theme of "Costume Art."
Joel Embiid has urged 76ers fans not to sell their playoff tickets to Knicks supporters.
The surging New York Mets beat the Colorado Rockies 10-5 on Wednesday night after the start time was pushed back six hours due to a snowstorm.
Nathan Eovaldi cooled off the Yankees for the second time in eight days, and the Rangers got early home runs from Corey Seager and Evan Carter in a 6-1 victory Wednesday night.
The Knicks beat the 76ers, 108-102, on Wednesday night for a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
The last time a horse won the Triple Crown was in 2018.
The Davis Center at the Harlem Meer is celebrating one year of providing year-round recreation space to New Yorkers while still spreading the word to residents.
Residents displaced by a deadly apartment building fire in Inwood say it was only a matter of time before their building went up in flames.
In New York City, where land is at a premium, a stockpile of pristine soil unearthed at construction sites helps lower emissions and support urban farmers.
Have you ever wondered what happens to a restaurant's leftover or unsold food at the end of the day? Food access advocates say it could make a big difference if it were served to the community.
A new report finds a shortage of courts, fields and swimming pools in some New York City neighborhoods.
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.
It turned into a beautiful day for New York with sunny skies. The next chance for rain is this weekend. CBS News New York Meteorologist John Elliott has the forecast.
The rail tickets were going to cost fans $150 but will now be $105, NJ Transit CEO Kris Kolluri said Thursday.
The price to take the ferry into the city will go up on May 11 due to a sharp spike in fuel costs.
An apparent suicide note written in 2019 by the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein was released Wednesday.
The president said he's had "very good talks" with Iran this week but if the country's government doesn't agree to a deal then attacks will be more intense.
