Former Newark cop Luis Santiago sentenced to 5 years for DWI death
He was convicted of killing Damian Dymka, a nurse, who was walking on the shoulder of the Garden State Parkway.
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He was convicted of killing Damian Dymka, a nurse, who was walking on the shoulder of the Garden State Parkway.
A former Newark police officer and his father were sentenced Wednesday in the death of a nurse who was struck and killed while walking on the Garden State Parkway. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
New Jersey Forest Fire Service said conditions from the Bass River State Forest wildfire are improving. However, the lack of rainfall is still creating challenges for firefighters battling the blaze.
Police say a patient with a pre-existing injury was taken to a local hospital by another ambulance.
An ambulance ended up on its side after crashing Friday morning in New Jersey.
Chopper 2 is live over the scene with the latest.
Drivers were mistakenly charged the $3.92 truck toll at the Great Egg Harbor Toll instead of $1.96.
Thousands of drivers who were overcharged at a Garden State Parkway toll plaza in September will get their accounts corrected.
Flames erupted near Exit 91 in Brick Township. Traffic was backed up for hours while crews worked to get it under control.
Smoke from the fire caused poor road visibility, resulting in traffic backups.
One homeowner whose fence was damaged in the crash tells CBS2 he believes speed was a factor.
Officials say the additional revenue will fund highway and bridge projects.
Drivers in New Jersey are going to pay in more for tolls, starting Jan. 1.
The mural under the Garden State Parkway on Allwood Road is the one in question, and, ironically, its theme was "Use your voice."
Gov. Phil Murphy announced Tuesday the New Jersey Turnpike Authority is renaming nine service areas on the Garden State Parkway after New Jersey Hall of Fame inductees.
Summer is normally a busy time for travel, but this year more than ever drivers say they are feeling the traffic crunch.
One firefighter was taken to a local hospital in critical but stable condition. He is expected to be OK.
New Jersey State Police say a GMC suburban was heading southbound in Clifton when the driver apparently lost control, struck a concrete barrier and overturned.
State police say at least one person died and multiple others were hurt.
Supporters of President Donald Trump made their presence known in the Tri-State Area on Sunday.
The state approved the increases in May over objections of residents who criticized the timing during the coronavirus pandemic.
The toll hikes will continue beyond this year.
You may have seen them on your commute -- American flags posted on highway overpasses.
New Jersey is still slowly reopening, but even in the middle of an economic disaster the state could be raising tolls for drivers.
Since March 24, cash customers without an E-ZPass tag were billed by mail.
Brooklyn residents say loose boards and protruding nails on the Coney Island boardwalk have caused serious injuries.
Westchester County health officials say people should avoid recreational activities along a stretch of the Hudson River until further notice due to a massive raw sewage discharge.
A beachgoer suffered a shark bite at Jones Beach, officials confirmed, a day after multiple shark sightings at Long Island and New York City beaches.
The weigh-in for Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest happened Friday, where Joey Chestnut, Miki Sudo and other competitive eaters were certified for the event.
President Trump hasn't committed to a firm number of people who will receive clemency — he's scheduled to have a meeting on pardons Friday afternoon, sources said.
Brooklyn residents say loose boards and protruding nails on the Coney Island boardwalk have caused serious injuries.
Westchester County health officials say people should avoid recreational activities along a stretch of the Hudson River until further notice due to a massive raw sewage discharge.
A beachgoer suffered a shark bite at Jones Beach, officials confirmed, a day after multiple shark sightings at Long Island and New York City beaches.
The weigh-in for Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest happened Friday, where Joey Chestnut, Miki Sudo and other competitive eaters were certified for the event.
Dozens of ships from around the world have voyaged to New York Harbor to commemorate America's 250th anniversary.
Friday is another day of sweltering temperatures as the extremely hot weather continues.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100 degrees set on this date in 1966.
The New York, New Jersey area is dealing with extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources try to keep residents cool.
Dangerously hot weather is beginning in the New York City area, with an Extreme Heat Warning about to go into effect.
Monday's severe weather has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the system is leaving the area.
Friday is another day of sweltering temperatures as the extremely hot weather continues.
It was not immediately clear how many Delaney Hall detainees were impacted by the air conditioning issue or whether repairs were complete.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100 degrees set on this date in 1966.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Jersey City Mayor James Solomon is now lowering a proposed tax hike from 20% to 15%, but many residents says it's still a painful pill to swallow.
A beachgoer suffered a shark bite at Jones Beach, officials confirmed, a day after multiple shark sightings at Long Island and New York City beaches.
Friday is another day of sweltering temperatures as the extremely hot weather continues.
From Long Island to the World Cup, Joe Scally is making his hometown proud playing with the U.S. men's national team.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100° set on this date in 1966. That was the last time we hit 100° in Central Park was in 2012. CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn, Doug Williams, Mahsa Saeidi, Dave Carlin and Christine Sloan have team coverage.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100 degrees set on this date in 1966.
Brooklyn residents say loose boards and protruding nails on the Coney Island boardwalk have caused serious injuries.
President Trump hasn't committed to a firm number of people who will receive clemency — he's scheduled to have a meeting on pardons Friday afternoon, sources said.
It was not immediately clear how many Delaney Hall detainees were impacted by the air conditioning issue or whether repairs were complete.
New York City Zohran Mamdani remained unperturbed after taking a viral roasting for telling sweat-soaked New Yorkers in the middle of an expected heat wave to set their thermostats to 78° to protect the power grid.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Westchester County health officials say people should avoid recreational activities along a stretch of the Hudson River until further notice due to a massive raw sewage discharge.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
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.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are expected to welcome around 1,000 guests at Madison Square Garden to celebrate their wedding, sources say.
The NYPD has announced street closures around Madison Square Garden for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donated to 20 local and national charities ahead of their wedding Friday.
Two elite event designers shared their thoughts on how Taylor Swift's team might transform Madison Square Garden.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
Camilo Doval forced in the go-ahead run with a bases-loaded walk in a four-run 11th inning that gave the Tigers a 6-2 victory over the Yankees on Wednesday.
Sean Keys hit his first career home run, Myles Straw added a pinch-hit shot and the Blue Jays beat the Mets 9-3 in a Canada Day matinee Wednesday.
The Boston Celtics have reportedly signed NBA free agents Mitchell Robinson and Mike Conley Jr.
Riley Greene hit two of Detroit's four homers off Cam Schlittler as the Tigers beat the Yankees 9-3 on Tuesday night and sent New York to its season-worst sixth straight loss.
Brooklyn residents say loose boards and protruding nails on the Coney Island boardwalk have caused serious injuries.
The World Cup is renewing the call for ferry service from West Harlem.
As children cooled off in a splash pad steps from the empty Red Hook Pool, families in the neighborhood said they are once again waiting for answers about when the public pool will open for the summer.
Miss Subways was a citywide contest that highlighted everyday New York women doing amazing things. The competition no longer exists but former titleholders say the message still rings true.
Fans gathered at the Brooklyn Public Library on Thursday for limited-edition card marking 30 years of "Reasonable Doubt."
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.
They call it the International Naval Review – a parade of naval and tall ships you only get a chance to see a few times in your life. As we look forward to Saturday's event, CBS News New York's Dick Brennan takes a look back.
At least two people on the Upper East Side have been diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease. New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Alister Martin joined CBS News New York to talk about signs and symptoms of the disease.
Record travel is expected as the U.S. marks its 250th birthday. AAA says about 72 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more during the Fourth of July holiday weekend. CBS News transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports.
A fleet of Class B tall ships from around the world sailed down the East River for Sail4th 250, the largest maritime gathering in U.S. history.
Westchester County says people should avoid recreational activities along a stretch of the Hudson River until further notice.
