Mayor Mamdani criticized for refusing to hire 5,000 new NYPD officers
Mayor Zohran Mamdani received blowback on Thursday for killing a headline-grabbing ploy by former Mayor Eric Adams to hire thousands of extra police officers.
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Mayor Zohran Mamdani received blowback on Thursday for killing a headline-grabbing ploy by former Mayor Eric Adams to hire thousands of extra police officers.
Even though his predecessor's plan was seen as a reach by many, the new mayor is still taking heat for not finding a solution to the NYPD's brain drain. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani unveiled his preliminary financial plan on the heels of the announcement that the state will give the city $1.5 billion to help fix a massive budget shortfall.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Gov. Kathy Hochul said the state will give $1.5 billion to the city to help address a massive budget gap.
The mayor announced the plan to redesign Fordham Road was back on during a comically tight press conference aboard an MTA bus.
The former New York City mayor will pay thousands as a penalty for a campaign stunt at one of his official City Hall press conferences.
Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams agreed to pay thousands of dollars as a penalty for a campaign stunt at one of his official City Hall press conferences.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is calling for a tax hike on New York City's wealthiest residents and corporations to close a $12 billion budget gap.
As CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports, Mamdani believes taxes on the rich and corporations are vital if he is to deliver on at least some of his campaign promises.
The mayor blamed the problem on former Mayor Eric Adams and is proposing taxing the rich to close the deficit. CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu has the story.
Tony Herbert, a former aide in Mayor Eric Adams' administration, was arrested Tuesday morning, accused of accepting $16,000 in bribes and kickbacks.
Herbert, who worked in Eric Adams' administration, is accused of accepting $16,000 in bribes and kickbacks. CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu reports.
The former New York City mayor said he would continue speaking out on issues he feels passionate about after his term ended.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is defending his decision to revoke several pro-Israeli policies enacted by former Mayor Eric Adams. CBS News New York political reporter Marcia Kramer has the story.
As Zohran Mamdani becomes New York City's 111th mayor, he can look to his predecessors for both inspiration and warning signs.
Organizers tested the iconic crystal ball on Tuesday and the NYPD and Mayor Adams laid out their public safety plan for the massive event. CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas reports.
As Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani gets ready to take office, he can look to his predecessors for both inspiration and warning signs. CBS News New York political reporter Marcia Kramer looks back at the men who also swore to leave life in the five boroughs better than they found it.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams claims his administration's policies have caused a sharp drop in shootings.
What will the new mayor's message to New Yorkers be on Jan. 1? One historian thinks he'll look to his predecessors for inspiration. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
Adams said 2025 is on track to finish with the fewest number of shootings in New York City history.
From Zohran Mamdani's historic win to Eric Adams and Andrew Cuomo exiting the political stage, 2025 was another tumultuous year in politics. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer and Dick Brennan break down the top stories and what 2026 may bring.
Mayor Adams gives an update as New York City prepares for a major winter storm.
The Hunter College Brookdale Campus will be transformed into a life sciences and health care hub.
Mayor Eric Adams took CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer on a tour of City Hall in his final days in office.
Eric Adams' term as the 110th mayor of New York City is coming to a close. He shares his final thoughts about his time in office with CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer.
A Harlem school is teaching students how to love, honor and care for their natural hair.
Families were forced to jump from windows Sunday as flames burned through a three-story home in Canarsie, Brooklyn.
Periods of heavy rain, along with strong winds, and even severe thunderstorms are expected across the New York area on Monday.
The Knicks rallied from a 21-point deficit against a patchwork Golden State lineup to beat the Warriors 110-107 on Sunday night.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
A Harlem school is teaching students how to love, honor and care for their natural hair.
Families were forced to jump from windows Sunday as flames burned through a three-story home in Canarsie, Brooklyn.
Periods of heavy rain, along with strong winds, and even severe thunderstorms are expected across the New York area on Monday.
St. John's, Hofstra and LIU are playing in the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament as March Madness gets in full swing.
A taxi driver struck two pedestrians before crashing into a building on the Lower East Side on Saturday.
Periods of heavy rain, along with strong winds, and even severe thunderstorms are expected across the New York area on Monday.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
Periods of rain will move through the New York area Thursday, but spring temperatures are on the way for the weekend.
Periods of heavy rain, along with strong winds, and even severe thunderstorms are expected across the New York area on Monday.
Four people, including two teens and two construction workers, were hurt in a house explosion in Newark, New Jersey, on Saturday.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
At least 10 dead geese were recently found at Verona Park in Essex County, New Jersey.
St. John's, Hofstra and LIU are playing in the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament as March Madness gets in full swing.
Prosecutors said Matthew Smith fended off efforts to hand over his car keys before the crash that killed Nassau County police officer Patricia Espinosa.
A Manorville breeder was charged with animal neglect after dogs and puppies were allegedly left alone in poor conditions as a blizzard struck New York.
A father and son died in an overnight fire on Long Island. Kenneth Roberts, 42, and his son Mekhi, 12, were trapped in intense smoke inside a basement apartment.
Jones Beach will host a series of special events commemorating America's 250th birthday this summer.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an executive order Friday establishing the first-ever Mayor's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani denounced Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville's anti-Muslim social media post during a Ramadan event.
The war, which shows no signs of ending soon, has disrupted oil exports from the region, driven fuel prices far higher worldwide and upended global air travel.
A New Jersey toddler's death after falling more than 20 stories has prompted new legislation designed to ensure windows are properly guarded in apartment buildings across the state.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
A new study shows toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS may be entering the food chain on Long Island through contaminated soil, water and air.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
Legendary New York City television news anchor Ernie Anastos has died. His wife says he died early Thursday morning of pneumonia.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
The Knicks rallied from a 21-point deficit against a patchwork Golden State lineup to beat the Warriors 110-107 on Sunday night.
St. John's, Hofstra and LIU are playing in the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament as March Madness gets in full swing.
Nicolas Fernández scored twice in the first half and Talles Magno scored late in the second to propel New York City FC to a 3-1 victory over the Colorado Rapids at Yankee Stadium on Saturday night.
The New Jersey Devils edged the Los Angeles Kings 6-4 on Saturday night.
The New York Islanders raced to an early lead and held on to beat the Calgary Flames 3-2 on Saturday.
A Harlem school is teaching students how to love, honor and care for their natural hair.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
Neighbors and local businesses in Long Island City, Queens, say rental trucks parked on streets are impacting daily operations.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
Manhattan historians recently discovered a link to the Underground Railroad at the Merchant's House Museum.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for March 15 at 11 p.m.
Discrimination against natural hair and hairstyle became illegal in New York in 2019 with the passage of the CROWN Act, and now, a local school is teaching students how to love, honor and care for their natural hair. CBS News New York's Noëlle Lilley introduces us to the natural hair club at Harlem's Patrick Henry Prep.
A massive snowstorm is blasting the Midwest and Great Lakes with blizzard conditions and what could be record snow. Ian Lee reports from Green Bay, Wisconsin.
The March Madness bracket has been revealed for the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament, which features three teams from the New York City area.
It was a historic night for the 98th Annual Academy Awards, held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.