FBI investigating Santos' alleged role in fundraiser for veteran's dying dog
A veteran has alleged that Santos helped him raise $3,000 for his dying dog through Santos' pet charity, but the veteran said he never got the money.
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A veteran has alleged that Santos helped him raise $3,000 for his dying dog through Santos' pet charity, but the veteran said he never got the money.
Residents who live in George Santos' congressional district say they've had enough. CBS2's Jennifer McLogan met constituents from Long Island and Queens, who say they deserve representation in Washington.
Under pressure from colleagues and constituents, Rep. George Santos steps away from two House committees. Santos says it's only temporary while he's investigated for campaign finance violations. CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports.
Embattled Congressman George Santos sat down in a new interview Tuesday night after he stepped back from his House committee assignments. CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports.
Congressman George Santos will no longer serve on House committees, for now. CBS2's Lisa Rozner has more on what's behind the lawmaker's reversal.
After weeks of scrutiny, embattled Long Island Congressman George Santos is stepping away from both House committees he was appointed to. CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports.
The embattled Long Island congressman told his colleagues he will step away from his two Congressional committee assignments effective immediately, CBS News reports.
Business leaders and donors say they feel betrayed after sponsoring fundraisers for Santos.
Some of his constituents say they feel left in limbo, CBS2's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Jeff Wisenfeld, the son of Holocaust survivors, helped pen a letter to McCarthy urging him to oust Santos.
As Congressman George Santos delivered remarks on the House floor decrying antisemitism on this Holocaust Remembrance Day, outraged Jewish constituents renewed calls for the House Speaker to expel the representative of Queens and Nassau counties. CBS2's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
The laws would prevent candidates who lie about their qualifications from running for Congress in the future.
There were new calls on Long Island on Wednesday for a law that would bar candidates from misrepresenting themselves. It's an effort by voters in the 3rd Congressional District to prevent another George Santos from seeking office. CBS2's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
A Nassau County lawmaker is introducing new measures to prevent candidates who lie about their qualifications from running for Congress in the future. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
Meanwhile, the embattled congressman's voters are trying new tactics to get rid of him.
In an interview with a Brazilian podcast back in 2021, Congressman George Santos claimed he was the victim of a mugging on Fifth Avenue. He also said he was the target of an assassination attempt. Meanwhile, his voters are trying new tactics to get rid of him. CBS2's Carolyn Gusoff has the latest from his district.
When CBS2's Marcia Kramer first interviewed George Santos and Robert Zimmerman on "The Point" in October, they focused on the issues in the Congressional campaign. But a look back may have more to reveal about the enigma that is George Anthony Devloder Santos. Please enjoy this encore presentation.
Congressman George Santos made good on his promised "surprise" for journalists staking out his Washington, D.C. office Wednesday.
The embattled congressman was a no-show Monday at his office in Washington.
Against the backdrop of Santos' lies, a Siena College poll shows what voters thing of the congressman, CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports.
The Long Island Republican dodged questions from CBS2 on Saturday at LaGuardia Airport.
The embattled Republican dodged CBS2's questions at LaGuardia Airport on Saturday. Jessica Moore reports.
CBS2's cameras were there when Santos arrived late Saturday afternoon.
The saga of freshman Congressman George Santos continued Saturday as the man accused of lying about everything from his finances to his work experience landed back in New York amid growing calls for his resignation. CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
Congressman George Santos is back in town. CBS2's cameras were there when he landed at LaGuardia Airport late Saturday afternoon.
New York City officials will discuss security efforts ahead of the 44th annual Dominican Day Parade kicking off Sunday morning.
Most of the Tri-State Area is under a heat advisory Friday and Saturday, with the chance for isolated to scattered severe storms.
The L, N, R and W lines will be impacted as MTA crews replace and upgrade tracks and perform signal maintenance over five weekends and certain weekdays.
An addiction-services nonprofit approved by the city focuses on harm reduction for hard drug users — to the chagrin of some in the neighborhood.
New York State Police are looking for a man they say set a deadly fire at a home Thursday in Greenville, Orange County.
New York City officials will discuss security efforts ahead of the 44th annual Dominican Day Parade kicking off Sunday morning.
Most of the Tri-State Area is under a heat advisory Friday and Saturday, with the chance for isolated to scattered severe storms.
The L, N, R and W lines will be impacted as MTA crews replace and upgrade tracks and perform signal maintenance over five weekends and certain weekdays.
New York State Police are looking for a man they say set a deadly fire at a home Thursday in Greenville, Orange County.
A woman is suing the New York Yankees for $10 million after she was hit by a flying bat during a game.
Most of the Tri-State Area is under a heat advisory Friday and Saturday, with the chance for isolated to scattered severe storms.
A 16-year-old boy was killed after he was hit Wednesday night by a Metro-North train going from Danbury to South Norwalk, police said.
Most of the Tri-State Area is under a heat advisory Thursday and Friday, with downpours bringing the risk of flash flooding.
New York City and parts of New Jersey were under a flood watch due to downpours and strong storms Monday.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area on Monday, bringing the threat of heavy rain and storms that may lead to flash flooding.
Most of the Tri-State Area is under a heat advisory Friday and Saturday, with the chance for isolated to scattered severe storms.
An emotional vigil was held in Garfield, New Jersey, on Thursday to remember two children who died after being swept into the Passaic River.
A massive 8-foot python was found in a New Jersey backyard. The 40-pound snake is now safely back in a cage, but not before it gave residents in Freehold a scare.
A busy road in North Haledon, New Jersey, is still closed after it buckled during a storm two weeks ago.
Most of the Tri-State Area is under a heat advisory Thursday and Friday, with downpours bringing the risk of flash flooding.
Most of the Tri-State Area is under a heat advisory Friday and Saturday, with the chance for isolated to scattered severe storms.
There's been a fourth case of tularemia in Suffolk County this year, Health Commissioner Dr. Gregson Pigott confirmed Thursday. The rare tick-borne disease is also known as rabbit fever.
A Long Island man is walking the final miles of what has been a remarkable summer journey. He's covered the entire length of New York state, including Long Island. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff introduces us to the man behind the miles. To learn more, visit empirestatewalk.org.
Suffolk County health officials confirmed a fourth case of tularemia this year.
Most of the Tri-State Area is under a heat advisory Thursday and Friday, with downpours bringing the risk of flash flooding.
The Supreme Court in June struck down President Trump's earlier executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is reacting after voters in Michigan chose a progressive Democrat over a moderate.
The Senate Homeland Security Committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress over his refusal to answer questions during testimony before the committee last week.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is taking her first major step onto the national stage, endorsing 13 Democrats — as the moderate signals she may jump into the debate over her party's future.
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed new legislation Wednesday to strengthen inspections on cooling towers in New York City.
Several lawsuits were announced Thursday against New York City and others connected to a deadly 2025 Legionnaires' outbreak in Harlem.
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed new legislation Wednesday to strengthen inspections on cooling towers in New York City.
The source of exposure for the Legionnaires cluster on Manhattan's Upper East Side has been eliminated, according to the New York City Health Department.
A seventh person has died from Legionnaires' disease in connection with the Upper East Side cluster, New York City's health commissioner said Thursday.
Thirty-four cooling towers at 33 buildings on the Upper East Side tested positive for live Legionella bacteria, the New York City Health Department announced Tuesday.
Actor and comedian Bowen Yang will portray Mary Todd Lincoln in Broadway's "Oh, Mary!" for a limited 12-week run starting in September.
Designer John Galliano is known for his theatrical and dramatic designs, but his legacy is also marked by antisemitic and racist comments.
"The Sopranos" actor Vincent Pastore is being remembered as a fixture in his Bronx community.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
A new Broadway show based on Prince's movie and album "Purple Rain" will take the stage at Broadway's Majestic Theatre in March.
It was the third series sweep for the Mets this season and first on the road.
Some lights atop Yankee Stadium briefly went dark a couple of times in the first inning Wednesday night.
Bo Bichette singled off Matt Festa to score automatic runner Francisco Lindor in the 10th inning, helping the Mets to a wild 6-5 victory over the Guardians.
The Bayonne 12U Little League team from New Jersey is heading to the Metro Region Tournament with their sights set on the Little League World Series.
The countdown to the 2026 US Open in New York City is on, but some tennis fans are frustrated by how much it costs to get in.
Some residents of a Queens building say a temporary boiler truck parked outside has become a nearly two-year fixture, emitting smoke they say drifts into their homes.
Harlem Week 2026 brings past and present Harlemites together to honor the neighborhood's legacy.
Parents in Harlem say their children's walk to summer camp is littered with trash, illegal dumping and a growing encampment.
A specialized program from God's Love We Deliver is serving nearly 400 veterans with medically tailored meals, while helping combat isolation and ease the challenges of life after military service.
The Newtown Creek Alliance community science project gives students hands-on experience monitoring the health of one of the most polluted waterways in the U.S.
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.
It's another steamy day with the chance for rain and some strong storms in the afternoon and evening. CBS News New York Meteorologist Tony Sadiku has the forecast.
City officials will detail the safety measures that will be in place for the parade that kicks off Sunday.
The N, R, W and L lines will be affected for the rest of August as the MTA performs track and signal work. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Isaac Wilkie, 20, was found safe after he left his home on Monday and went missing.
President Trump signed the orders Thursday aimed at expanding categories of people not eligible for automatic citizenship upon birth on U.S. soil. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.
