Brooklyn neighbors renew decade-long push for speed bump
Residents on East 57th Street say reckless drivers have caused life-altering injuries and even death, but despite petitions and years of advocacy, the city has yet to install a speed bump.
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Residents on East 57th Street say reckless drivers have caused life-altering injuries and even death, but despite petitions and years of advocacy, the city has yet to install a speed bump.
Dramatic video captured a deadly crash and the devastating scene it left overnight in Brooklyn's Flatlands section.
Dramatic video captured the deadly crash that left a devastating scene overnight in the Flatlands section. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has a look at the damage.
Police sources say the car had been reported stolen before slamming into a building in Flatlands.
An NYPD detective shot a man armed with a box cutter in Brooklyn on Wednesday afternoon, police say.
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.
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.
It's thanks to the Social Justice Fund in partnership with NYC Parks, the Nets and the New York Liberty owner.
Several parks in Brooklyn now have brand new basketball courts. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3rK6nOT
Several businesses were forced to vacate after a protective wall came crashing down over the weekend, less than a month after the deadly parking garage collapse in Manhattan.
Six businesses were forced to vacate after a protective wall came crashing down, less than a month after a deadly parking garage collapse in Manhattan, CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
Six businesses are closed, and the building's owner has been cited. CBS2's Natalie Duddridge reports from Flatlands.
Dozens of customers were in the shops when bricks came crashing down.
Dozens of customers were in the shops when bricks came crashing down, CBS2's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
A witness who was waiting in line for ice cream described a chaotic scene. Luckily, no one was hurt.
Police announce arrest of Javier Oates, 19, of Brooklyn, hit him with several charges, including murder.
It happened in the Flatlands section, around the corner from a school Tuesday. CBS2's Alice Gainer reports.
The search continues for the gunman who shot a Brooklyn school worker in the head. As CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports, security is now tight around the school.
The gunfire erupted just before 3 p.m. on Tuesday on Avenue M and Utica Avenue.
The 19-year-old employee was shot just after leaving PS 203 in Flatlands. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has the latest on the response.
The shooter is still on the loose. The victim is said to be in critical condition at Brookdale Hospital. CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis has the latest.
Police told CBS2 the incident happened just after 3 p.m. in the Flatlands section of the borough. CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
Sources tell CBS2 the victim works in a nearby school and was shot shortly after leaving that school.
Mayor Eric Adams on Friday honored one of New York's bravest who risked his life to rescue a child from a burning home in Brooklyn.
According to police, two men got into a dispute during what may have been an attempted robbery.
The National Dance Institute in Harlem hosts a special camp twice a year to bring together dancers with and without special needs for a dance camp, proving anyone can take center stage.
CBS News New York's Chris Wragge takes us to Bayside High School, known for its six career and technical education programs preparing students for the future.
New York City's highly anticipated "Rental Ripoff" hearings kicked off Thursday in Brooklyn.
A state watchdog found a number of issues when it investigated three massive affordable housing complexes overseen by New York City's HPD.
Connor Clifton and Egor Chinakhov scored 50 seconds apart in the third period and the Pittsburgh Penguins surged past Jack Hughes and the reeling New Jersey Devils 4-1.
The National Dance Institute in Harlem hosts a special camp twice a year to bring together dancers with and without special needs for a dance camp, proving anyone can take center stage.
New York City's highly anticipated "Rental Ripoff" hearings kicked off Thursday in Brooklyn.
A state watchdog found a number of issues when it investigated three massive affordable housing complexes overseen by New York City's HPD.
A woman convicted of stowing away on a flight out of JFK Airport in 2024 has allegedly done it again, this time at Newark Airport, sources say.
Could New York City's harsh winter weather end up curbing the number of rats? Here's why experts are saying don't count on it.
Another round of snow is impacting the Tri-State Area Wednesday, just after a major blizzard dumped more than 2 feet of snow in some parts of New York and New Jersey.
Pet owners should be extra cautious with their pets during and after the major winter snowstorm impacting the New York and New Jersey area.
Double-digit snow totals have been reported across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut as a major blizzard begins to wind down.
The storm has started to wrap up in New York City, New Jersey and beyond, with impressive snow totals left in its wake.
A blizzard warning has been issued for New York City and the surrounding area as a major snowstorm develops along the coast.
A woman convicted of stowing away on a flight out of JFK Airport in 2024 has allegedly done it again, this time at Newark Airport, sources say.
A federal immigration investigation on Wednesday ended with a chaotic crash in Newark, New Jersey, officials say.
Staff at Adventure Aquarium in New Jersey are welcoming three little blue penguin chicks who were born during the first week of February.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill nominated Jeanne Hengemuhle to serve as acting superintendent of New Jersey's 3,000-member state police force.
New Jersey is facing a lawsuit over a recent directive limiting immigration operations in state-controlled buildings.
Nassau County DA Anne Donnelly said Wen-Lone Chou stockpiled parts and tested the guns he built in a makeshift shooting range in his Mineola basement.
A Long Island crossing guard is in critical condition after being hit while shoveling snow in Merrick, sources said.
Dozens of people were displaced and three suffered minor injuries after a fire at a West Babylon, Long Island apartment complex.
Long Island grandfather's Seth Bykofsky's #1 fight since January has been to keep his custom license plate, which reads "PB4WEGO."
Another round of snow is impacting the Tri-State Area Wednesday, just after a major blizzard dumped more than 2 feet of snow in some parts of New York and New Jersey.
Julie Menin is settling into her role as the seventh elected speaker of the New York City Council.
At least one U.S. citizen was also among the six who were wounded and arrested by Cuban authorities, a U.S. official said.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani traveled to Washington, D.C., Thursday to meet with President Trump.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill nominated Jeanne Hengemuhle to serve as acting superintendent of New Jersey's 3,000-member state police force.
The Department of Homeland Security said ICE agents detained Elmina "Ellie" Aghayeva at Columbia University Thursday, saying her student visa was revoked in 2016. She was later released.
For the first time in 30 years, the Food and Drug Administration has approved a new treatment for an inoperable type of pancreatic cancer.
NYSNA has reached a tentative contract agreement with NewYork-Presbyterian, signaling a potential end to the longest nurses strike in New York City history.
NYSNA ratified contracts with Montefiore and Mount Sinai, clearing the way for nurses to return to work Saturday after walking off one month ago.
The longest and largest nurses strike in New York City history is set to end after over three weeks as NYSNA says it has a tentative agreement.
Mount Sinai Health System and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield failed to reach a contract agreement by Dec. 31, which means about 9,000 physicians are no longer considered in-network.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
Harvey Weinstein has hired Luigi Mangione's and Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers to represent him at his third New York rape trial.
Harlem's Lafayette Theatre is believed to be the first major New York City theater to desegregate, just a year after its opening.
Nick Reiner, 32, was charged with two counts of murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
Connor Clifton and Egor Chinakhov scored 50 seconds apart in the third period and the Pittsburgh Penguins surged past Jack Hughes and the reeling New Jersey Devils 4-1.
The Philadelphia Flyers rallied to beat the New York Rangers 3-2 on Thursday night.
The New York Islanders rallied to beat the Montreal Canadiens 4-3 on Thursday night.
Julian Champagnie scored 26 points to lead the Spurs to their 11th straight victory, 126-110 over the Nets on Thursday night.
The Buffalo Sabres beat the New Jersey Devils 2-1 on Wednesday night in the NHL's return to action.
The National Dance Institute in Harlem hosts a special camp twice a year to bring together dancers with and without special needs for a dance camp, proving anyone can take center stage.
Could New York City's harsh winter weather end up curbing the number of rats? Here's why experts are saying don't count on it.
A Jewish congregation in Brooklyn is fighting to save their historic house of worship.
Harlem's Lafayette Theatre is believed to be the first major New York City theater to desegregate, just a year after its opening.
Multiple rezonings in Queens are paving the way for tens of thousands of new units, but some residents worry about how it could affect their communities.
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.
Bayside High School alumni and staff cut a ribbon for the school's 90th birthday to start a month-long celebration.
The White House confirmed to CBS News on Thursday that at least one American was one of four people killed by Cuba's coast guard after the occupants of the boat allegedly opened fire on the Cuban military.
Athletic director Joe Capuana is retiring after 30 years and describes what makes the Bayside High School Community like no other.
Elmina "Ellie" Aghayeva was released later Thursday afternoon after being detained by federal agents that morning at one of its residential buildings. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
Bill Clinton will testify in front of the House committee about Jeffrey Epstein, one day after Hillary Clinton testified. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
