Pilot and his partner killed in Long Island plane crash, family says
A small plane crashed Monday at MacArthur Airport on Long Island, killing pilot Christopher Kucera and his passenger, Zachary Hatcher.
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A small plane crashed Monday at MacArthur Airport on Long Island, killing pilot Christopher Kucera and his passenger, Zachary Hatcher.
CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram has the latest from Ronkonkoma.
Flights at Newark Airport had to be slowed Monday evening and Tuesday because of an air traffic controller shortage, according to the FAA.
An air traffic controller shortage is having a major impact on one of the busiest travel holiday weeks. CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
The FAA said problems continued early Tuesday at Newark Liberty Airport after air traffic controller staffing issues led to several delays on Monday night. And there are concerns that flight problems could pop back up going forward. CBS New York's Tim McNicholas reports.
Flights at Newark Airport had to be slowed Monday evening because of an air traffic controller shortage, according to the FAA.
A small plane went off the runway after landing at Newark Liberty International Airport on Thursday, causing delays for travelers flying into and out of New Jersey.
Flights are delayed at Newark Airport after a small plane landed and went off the runway, according to the FAA.
The FAA's new initiative to address the New York air traffic controller shortage is up and running.
It will soon allow colleges that already focus on aviation, like Vaughn College in Queens, to train hires on campus. CBS New York's Tim McNicholas has the story.
A new agency initiative will soon allow colleges that already focus on aviation, like Vaughn College in Queens, to train hires on campus. CBS New York's Tim McNicholas reports.
Turbulence, which causes planes to suddenly jolt while in flight, is considered a fairly normal occurrence.
The bill stalled earlier this week after senators from Virginia and Maryland objected to a provision that would allow an additional 10 flights a day to and from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
The FAA is looking into a Southwest flight that veered off course while on approach to land at New York's LaGuardia Airport and may have buzzed the air traffic control tower.
The delayed deliveries come after a slew of safety incidents involving United aircraft that have led the the Federal Aviation Administration to tighten its oversight of the airline. CBS New York's Dick Brennan reports.
"It's going to be hectic but fun. Go with the mindset that it's going to be busy and pack light," said one aviation expert.
The agency says the decision should alleviate congestion at local airports like Newark Liberty.
The agency says the decision should alleviate congestion at local airports like Newark Liberty. CBS New York's Christine Sloan reports.
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating what went wrong when a plane landed on the Southern State Parkway on Tuesday afternoon. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan has the story. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/4bHkQNM
Federal investigators are providing new details about a close call last year at JFK Airport in New York.
The grounded Boeing jets are coming back into service at Alaska Airlines and United Airlines.
Carriers canceled nearly 2,700 U.S. flights Monday as frigid conditions across the U.S. hit air travel for the third day straight.
"At the very least, installers missed something," former NTSB member John Goglia said after the door plug blowout on an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 jet. "It calls into question the process."
"The safety of the flying public, not speed, will determine the timeline for returning the Boeing 737-9 Max to service," the FAA said.
The NTSB described a chaotic scene in the Boeing 737 Max 9's cockpit after the blowout, which forced the plane to return to Portland, Oregon minutes after takeoff.
Prosecutors described how 36-year-old Olivia Bithorn's long history of alcohol abuse allegedly led to her 18-month-old son's death.
Archbishop Ronald Hicks is returning to New York City with a sacred souvenir from a pilgrimage to Rome.
Video shows people were dancing at a community celebration moments before a three-wheel motorcycle barreled through Commodore Barry Park.
CBS Miami, Neighbors 4 Neighbors and Global Empowerment Mission are collecting donations to help families affected by the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela.
A JetBlue pilot reported possibly striking a drone while on final approach to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Prosecutors described how 36-year-old Olivia Bithorn's long history of alcohol abuse allegedly led to her 18-month-old son's death.
Archbishop Ronald Hicks is returning to New York City with a sacred souvenir from a pilgrimage to Rome.
Video shows people were dancing at a community celebration moments before a three-wheel motorcycle barreled through Commodore Barry Park.
A JetBlue pilot reported possibly striking a drone while on final approach to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
The city is required by law to close the entire Rikers Island jail complex by August 2027.
Dangerously hot weather arrives in the New York City area starting Wednesday.
Monday's severe weather has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the system is leaving the area.
After a tranquil, warm weekend, more turbulent weather lies ahead in the New York City area.
Weather is tranquil and pleasant in the New York City area for Father's Day weekend as summer officially begins.
Dangerous heat is building across the Tri-State Area with the threat of severe storms, making Thursday and Friday First Alert Weather Days.
Jersey City residents are fired up and frustrated, as city leaders reconsider a proposed property tax hike that could raise bills by about 20%.
Dangerously hot weather arrives in the New York City area starting Wednesday.
Traffic will be impacted in Midtown Manhattan as the city initiates shuttle bus corridors and street closures to accommodate World Cup ticketholders.
The suspect accused of killing two teenage girls in a hit-and-run in Cranford, New Jersey, last year will be tried as an adult, officials said Friday.
Table to Table is on a mission to make sure nothing goes to waste at 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup celebrations in New Jersey.
Prosecutors described how 36-year-old Olivia Bithorn's long history of alcohol abuse allegedly led to her 18-month-old son's death.
A Long Island school district official is accused of trashing ballots to rig an election.
A Long Island school district official is accused of trashing ballots to rig an election. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
The site will continue to house a casino, but Aqueduct's move to Long Island brings a rare opportunity to the South Ozone Park community.
A young entrepreneur with Down syndrome opened his first brick-and-mortar store on Long Island after his sock company went global.
The city is required by law to close the entire Rikers Island jail complex by August 2027.
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that states can count mail ballots that are cast by Election Day but arrive later, rejecting a GOP challenge to a Mississippi law.
A unanimous federal jury found that a preponderance of evidence supported Carroll's claim that Mr. Trump sexually abused her.
Jersey City residents are fired up and frustrated, as city leaders reconsider a proposed property tax hike that could raise bills by about 20%.
A Long Island school district official is accused of trashing ballots to rig an election.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Justice Department from executing subpoenas in a criminal probe that sought transgender care records for patients treated at New York hospitals.
An off-duty EMT jumped into action at the Knicks parade Thursday when a man appeared to be suffering from an overdose.
New York broadcast giant Bill Ritter announced Friday he is stepping down from the WABC anchor desk after being diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer's.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
Legendary music executive Clive Davis was laid to rest Monday at a private funeral. Davis helped the careers of generations of artists.
The comic icon behind "Curb Your Enthusiasm" brings his own perspective to America's storied past in a new HBO sketch comedy series – finally making use of his history major from college.
Fans gathered at the Brooklyn Public Library on Thursday for limited-edition card marking 30 years of "Reasonable Doubt."
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Jarren Duran singled home the winning run to cap a three-run rally in the 10th inning, and the Red Sox finished a four-game sweep of the rival Yankees with a 5-4 victory Sunday night.
Kyle Schwarber became the first major leaguer to reach 30 homers this season with a two-run shot in the seventh inning that sent the Phillies to a 5-4 win over the Mets on Sunday.
The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Saturday to stop their seven-game losing streak.
Jake Bennett held New York to one run in 6 1/3 innings, Masataka Yoshida hit a leadoff home run off Gerrit Cole and the Boston Red Sox beat the Yankees for the third straight day, 4-1 on Saturday.
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the reeling New York Mets 2-1 on Friday night.
Fans gathered at the Brooklyn Public Library on Thursday for limited-edition card marking 30 years of "Reasonable Doubt."
After learning to swim in her 40s, one school leader is helping students gain life-saving skills.
Entrepreneurs in Brooklyn are reimagining laundry day as a social experience, turning neighborhood laundromats into gathering spaces.
Experts say the team's title run created a feeling of collective joy and connection, while some local businesses are also seeing a boost from the celebration.
Knicks fans who couldn't make it to Thursday's parade still found a way to celebrate across New York in true blue-and-orange fashion.
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.
Each commemorative blue and orange sign was installed on a street corresponding to that player's jersey number.
On Monday morning, the pope presented the archbishop with an item to symbolize his role as a shepherd to millions of New York Catholics. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello spoke to Hicks after the Vatican ceremony.
Some of the biggest names in the music industry attended the funeral for Clive Davis, who helped guide careers for decades. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
JetBlue said the plane was removed from service for an inspection, but there was no damage or evidence of a collision.
CBS News New York's Nick Caloway has more on the World Cup fan frenzy in the Tri-State Area.
