Hakeem Jeffries to deliver inaugural address in Brooklyn
Jeffries was unanimously elected to succeed Nancy Pelosi as House Democratic leader.
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Jeffries was unanimously elected to succeed Nancy Pelosi as House Democratic leader.
Gov. Kathy Hochul, Mayor Eric Adams and other elected officials were there as Jeffries took the stage at Brooklyn Technical High School in Fort Greene. CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
Jeffries will take the stage at Brooklyn Technical High School in Fort Greene to deliver a community inaugural address.
No one seems to know what's causing a strange humming sound in a Brooklyn neighborhood.
No one seems to know what's causing a strange humming in Fort Greene, CBS2's Kevin Rincon reports.
Police said two men approached the victim and fired several rounds.
Police say a 17 or 18-year-old was targeted outside a restaurant in Fort Greene, Brooklyn.
Residents in two more neighborhoods say they don't feel safe after a shootout in Chelsea & the stabbing of a fruit vendor in Fort Greene.
Residents in two more New York City neighborhoods are saying they don't feel safe. This follows a shootout in Chelsea and the stabbing of a fruit vendor in Fort Greene. CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer asked Mayor Eric Adams what's being done to make the streets safer.
Surveillance video shows the suspect grab the man from behind and stab him in the shoulder with a screwdriver.
Two swastikas were found spray-painted in red on the walls. It's still unclear why the building was targeted.
A fire at a Brooklyn apartment building and hair salon is now being investigated as a hate crime after two hateful symbols were found spray-painted inside; CBS2's Aundrea Cline-Thomas reports.
The City Department of Transportation says it was due to a miscommunication.
Thousands of LED candles bring extra enchantment to Brooklyn's St. Ann and the Holy Trinity Church, painstakingly set up for a series of concerts that feel otherworldly and magical.
Some residents worry with the high winds combined with the saturated ground from two days of rain, more of these old trees in the neighborhood could topple.
New Rochelle police and the FBI were tracking 52-year-old Percell Lamont Ross, who was wanted for murder.
There was a barrage of bullets in Brooklyn on Sunday between police and a suspect in a Westchester County homicide.
It happened on Sept. 28, just before 5 p.m. near St. Edwards and Willoughby Streets in Fort Greene.
A man can be seen getting off his bicycle and chasing the woman into the street, where he tries to take her purse before dragging her back onto the sidewalk.
Police said the boy was hit in what appeared to be a drive-by shooting.
Gun violence erupted once again on the streets of New York City overnight.
Investigators say 59-year-old Antonio Litman was found dead during a fire at his Fort Greene home last Monday. Police later determined he was also stabbed.
Flames broke out shortly after 3 a.m. at a four-story building on Adelphi Street near Dekalb Avenue.
Back in late October, about six residents claimed the chicken they were served was beyond expired and caused food poisoning.
Mayor Bill de Blasio has ordered an investigation after residents of a Brooklyn homeless shelter got sick from eating rancid expired chicken, but that's not the only shelter where residents are being served inedible meals.
A fire at a Midtown Manhattan office building is sending black smoke into the air near the start of the St. Patrick's Day Parade.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Israel says it killed Iran's top security official Ali Larijani, as America's European allies reject Trump's demands for help in the Strait of Hormuz.
The 2026 St. Patrick's Day Parade is taking place Tuesday in Manhattan, with numerous street closures along the parade route.
A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
A fire at a Midtown Manhattan office building is sending black smoke into the air near the start of the St. Patrick's Day Parade.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
The 2026 St. Patrick's Day Parade is taking place Tuesday in Manhattan, with numerous street closures along the parade route.
A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
The New York City area will be under a wind advisory Monday with periods of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms expected across the region.
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.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
Jeanne Hengemuhle has made history as the first woman in charge of the New Jersey State Police.
A Palestinian woman who had been living and working in Paterson, New Jersey, has been released after a year in ICE custody in Texas, her legal team says.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Ten people and six vehicles were involved in the fatal accident on Long Island, according to New York State Police. Two people in their 80s were killed.
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 long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
Jeanne Hengemuhle has made history as the first woman in charge of the New Jersey State Police.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is moving to lower the speed limit around hundreds of schools in New York City as part of a major escalation of the Vision Zero initiative.
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
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.
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 new study shows toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS may be entering the food chain on Long Island through contaminated soil, water and air.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
"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."
Jack Hughes had three assists, and the Devils dented the Bruins' playoff chances by beating them 4-3 in overtime Monday night.
Deni Avdija and Toumani Camara each scored 18 points, and the Trail Blazers coasted to 114-95 victory over the Nets on Monday night.
Alex Laferriere had a goal and two assists to lead the Los Angeles Kings to a 4-1 win over the New York Rangers on Monday night.
The Jets will receive a 2027 sixth-round draft pick from the Chiefs and pick up $7 million of Fields' guaranteed $10 million salary.
The top 16 seeds in the 68-team women's NCAA field will host first- and second-round games, with the regional rounds being played at two neutral sites for the fourth straight year.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
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.
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.
Dr. Sharon Nachman, Chief of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital, explains the risks and differences from prior mpox outbreaks.
"The Points Guy" managing editor Becky Blaine shares tips as travelers experience long TSA wait times at major airports.
George Heslin, Executive Director of the New York Irish Center, highlights the cultural and historical significance behind the holiday’s celebrations.
MagicSchool CEO Adeel Khan says his artificial intelligence platform for educators shows how generative AI can help students, without overreliance.
Police sources said the suspect approached the woman from behind and stabbed her in the arm and back.
