FDNY celebrates deputy chief's historic promotion
Michelle Fitzsimmons becomes the highest-ranking woman in fire operations.
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Michelle Fitzsimmons becomes the highest-ranking woman in fire operations.
The FDNY says a parked car blocked a fire hydrant and slowed its response to a deadly fire in the Bronx Wednesday.
There have been two deadly fires in New York City this week, and investigators say in both incidents, cars were blocking the closest fire hydrants. As CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports, the FDNY is using this as a reminder for all drivers.
The FDNY says twice this week, the hydrant closest to a building on fire was blocked by cars. CBS News New York's investigative team looked through data and found the number of tickets for parking too close to fire hydrants is down. Investigator Mahsa Saeidi has the numbers.
CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis has more on the victims and the cause of the Tremont blaze.
The FDNY says two people were killed when a fire broke out Wednesday morning in the Tremont section of the Bronx.
One person was killed and another hospitalized in critical condition during a fire Wednesday morning in New York City. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports from the scene.
A young man who went into cardiac arrest in the Bronx died at the hospital after waiting nearly 20 minutes for paramedics. After his death, his father discovered multiple available units had been positioned just down the block. So why weren't they dispatched?
We know that every second counts during a medical emergency, but a man in cardiac arrest in the Bronx had to wait nearly 20 minutes before paramedics showed up. After his death, his father learned multiple available units were just down the block. So why weren't they dispatched? CBS News New York investigative reporter Mahsa Saeidi looks into the system that kept the first responders in the dark.
A young man in cardiac arrest had to wait nearly 20 minutes for paramedics. After his death, his father discovered multiple available units were positioned just down the block, so why weren't they dispatched? CBS News New York investigative reporter Mahsa Saeidi looks into the system that kept the first responders away and in the dark.
A fire in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn turned deadly overnight, and the FDNY says parked cars were blocking two of the closest hydrants.
One man was killed and two other people were injured in the blaze. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has the story.
Citizen video shows firefighters on 80th Street near Fifth Avenue just after 3:30 a.m. on Sunday. Police say a 37-year-old man was found unconscious and died at the hospital. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
The FDNY responded to a three-story apartment building in Ridgewood, Queens around 7:30 a.m. Wednesday.
A fire in Williamsburg, Brooklyn late Saturday night left 12 people displaced and three firefighters hurt, the FDNY says.
A dozen people are now out of their homes after inspectors issued full vacate orders. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian has the story from Williamsburg.
Nearly 200 FDNY members responded to the late-night fire on Graham Avenue. CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
The house fire in Flushing injured four people. The FDNY says lithium-ion batteries were found inside.
Fire officials say four people were hurt in the early morning fire that remains under investigation in Flushing, Queens.
Four firefighters died from injuries suffered on one of the New York City fire department's darkest days. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
January 23, 2005 was the FDNY's deadliest day since 9/11.
Five people were treated for minor injuries and more than a dozen people were forced out in the cold when a fire broke out overnight in Flatlands, Brooklyn. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports from the scene.
FDNY officials held a news conference Wednesday morning to share heat safety reminders in the cold.
Firefighters had to face cold, icy conditions to battle a three-alarm fire in Flatlands, Brooklyn overnight. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports from the scene.
More than a dozen families were displaced when the fire broke out Wednesday night in the Kingsbridge section of the Bronx. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge has the latest.
The New York Knicks routed the Chicago Bulls 136-96 on Friday night in a game they led by 47 points.
The surging Hawks routed the Nets 141-107 on Friday night for their fourth straight victory and 18th in 20 games.
The Flyers beat the Islanders 3-1 on Friday night to move within one point of the Islanders for third place in the Metropolitan Division.
Easter weekend kicks off with May-like weather in the New York area before rain returns for the holiday.
With just over one square mile of land, the City of Hoboken says the 2026 FIFA World Cup could be a once-in-a-generation opportunity for homeowners.
Easter weekend kicks off with May-like weather in the New York area before rain returns for the holiday.
New York City's attempt to reduce class sizes will likely be pushed back for two years, a state senator told CBS News New York.
Stony Brook University professor Timothy Glotch is one of 10 scientists selected to shape research plans for NASA's next Artemis missions.
The struggle for some dementia patients and caregivers just to get through the day can be daunting and stressful, but some programs in New York are helping alleviate stress.
Social media influencers are driving a dangerous trend of people trespassing to explore abandoned buildings, New York State Police say.
Easter weekend kicks off with May-like weather in the New York area before rain returns for the holiday.
UConn's jaw-dropping buzzer beater catapulted them to the Final Four.
Bridgeport firefighter Terrence Cramer was killed after his girlfriend's ex shot him in a fit of rage at a Connecticut home, according to an arrest warrant.
Jabari Bush is accused of fatally shooting active-duty Bridgeport Firefighter Terrence Cramer in Shelton, police said.
Warmer weather will return to New York City and the surrounding area soon.
Easter weekend kicks off with May-like weather in the New York area before rain returns for the holiday.
With just over one square mile of land, the City of Hoboken says the 2026 FIFA World Cup could be a once-in-a-generation opportunity for homeowners.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her family are moving into Drumthwacket, the governor's official residence in Princeton.
A pastor in New Jersey was taken into custody by immigration agents while working at his day job, according to church members.
The discovery of a suspicious device forced the cancellation of the Keansburg, New Jersey, St. Patrick's Day Parade last weekend.
Stony Brook University professor Timothy Glotch is one of 10 scientists selected to shape research plans for NASA's next Artemis missions.
A Long Island man accused of shooting his sister in the head with a crossbow pleaded not guilty to attempted murder Thursday.
A Long Island high schooler and his mom are being credited with saving a sleeping neighbor from a house fire.
New York Republican gubernatorial nominee Bruce Blakeman said Tuesday he will sue the state after the Campaign Finance Board denied him matching funds.
The driver accused of striking and killing a Nassau County school crossing guard in February has been arraigned.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her family are moving into Drumthwacket, the governor's official residence in Princeton.
The search for the second crew member, a weapons system officer, is continuing, two U.S. officials said.
One of the sources said Hegseth wants someone in the role who will implement President Trump and Hegseth's vision for the Army.
A pastor in New Jersey was taken into custody by immigration agents while working at his day job, according to church members.
President Trump has ousted Pam Bondi as attorney general, saying she will be taking a job in the private sector.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
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 federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was lured to a Dallas studio for a meeting, then allegedly kidnapped and robbed by a group including rappers Pooh Shiesty and Big30.
Megan Thee Stallion was released from a New York City hospital after she got sick during a performance of "Moulin Rouge! The Musical."
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Savannah Guthrie stepped back from her NBC duties almost two months ago when her mother, Nancy Guthrie, disappeared. The investigation is ongoing.
The New York Knicks routed the Chicago Bulls 136-96 on Friday night in a game they led by 47 points.
The surging Hawks routed the Nets 141-107 on Friday night for their fourth straight victory and 18th in 20 games.
The Flyers beat the Islanders 3-1 on Friday night to move within one point of the Islanders for third place in the Metropolitan Division.
The Yankees beat the Marlins 8-2 in their home opener Friday for their second 6-1 start in three seasons.
San Francisco rookie catcher Daniel Susac went 3 for 3 with a walk in his first four big league at-bats and the Giants rolled over the New York Mets 7-2.
Preparations for Passover in Brooklyn blend centuries-old rituals with modern traditions unique to each family.
New York has filed a lawsuit against solar company Attyx, saying it didn't just sell panels, it sold promises it couldn't keep.
Long before Manhattan's iconic street grid took shape, an English widow planned a Brooklyn community that helped shape the city today.
The Center for Brooklyn History showcase examines the Battle of Brooklyn through rare maps, paintings, and historical artifacts from the American Revolutionary War.
From World War II to modern mixology, women in Brooklyn fought for their place behind the bar. This Women's History Month, their legacy continues to influence the city's nightlife.
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.
A second person of interest was taken into custody Friday in connection to the fatal shooting of a 7-month-old baby in Brooklyn. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports.
A police officer in upstate New York helped out a skunk with a cup on its head Friday morning.
The man accused of murdering a college student from Westchester County is facing a new federal gun charge.
Stony Brook University professor Timothy Glotch is one of 10 scientists selected to shape research plans for NASA's next Artemis missions. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
FIFA World Cup home rentals are strictly limited in New Jersey, except Hoboken. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports.
