Early voting starts in special election to replace ex-Rep. George Santos
Republican County Legislator Mazi Pilip and Democrat Tom Suozzi, a former congressman, are running to fill the seat, which has been vacant since Dec. 1.
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Republican County Legislator Mazi Pilip and Democrat Tom Suozzi, a former congressman, are running to fill the seat, which has been vacant since Dec. 1.
Suozzi, who has served in Congress before and was once Nassau County executive, said there's no shame in being a career politician.
Suozzi, who has served in Congress before and was once Nassau County executive, said there's no shame in being a career politician. CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Former congressman Tom Suozzi is facing a relative newcomer to politics -- Mazi Pilip.
The special election to replace expelled former congressman George Santos is less than two weeks away, and voters are being bombarded with ads. Former congressman Tom Suozzi is facing a relative newcomer to politics -- Mazi Pilip. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan sat down with her. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3uhLWtT
CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan has the latest on the hearing in Central Islip.
Santos faces nearly two dozen federal charges, including wire fraud and money laundering.
Santos faces nearly two dozen federal charges, including wire fraud and money laundering.
2023 was either the best of times or the worst of times for politicians across our area. CBS New York political reporter Marcia Kramer and Dick Brennan tally up the hits, runs and errors of the year in this special edition of "The Point."
During the interview with comedian Ziwe, Santos showed off his Hermès bracelet and Ferragamo shoes.
Pilip is a registered Democrat, but was elected to the Nassau County Legislature on the Republican ballot line.
Pilip is a registered Democrat, but was elected to the Nassau County Legislature on the Republican ballot line.
Santos faces a slew of federal charges related to alleged fraud and campaign finance violations, detailed in a pair of federal indictments handed down earlier this year.
Prosecutors in the George Santos case are asking for a speedy trial and want it to begin in June, but the defense told the judge that's too soon. They have more than 1 million documents to review, and there are ongoing discussions over a potential plea deal. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan was in federal court with the disgraced former congressman. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/488Fsf8
The former congressman faces a status conference in federal court in Central Islip.
Santos was expelled from Congress after a House Ethics Committee report found "substantial evidence" he repeatedly broke the law.
George Santos has left the U.S. House of Representatives, but apparently not the public arena. He's making personalized videos on Cameo and alleging widespread corruption in Congress since he was expelled.
The former New York representative discussed his future plans after being expelled from the House and the strangest things he saw in Washington during a bonus conversation with Marcia Kramer only on CBS News New York. More here
George Santos has left the U.S. House of Representatives, but apparently not the public arena. He's making personalized videos on Cameo and alleging widespread corruption in Congress since he was expelled. Watch his interview on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Former Rep. George Santos responded Friday to a call for new legislation to strengthen New York's candidate disclosure laws.
The former U.S. representative was expelled from Congress on Dec. 1 after a House Ethics Committee report found "substantial evidence" he repeatedly broke the law.
The winner of the special election will serve out the remainder of Santos' term, representing parts of Nassau County and Queens.
Democrats in New York's Third Congressional District have nominated Tom Suozzi to run in a special election to fill George Santos' seat. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3uXe715
Suozzi on Wednesday met with Gov. Kathy Hochul, because he needed her endorsement to run in the special election.
Suozzi on Wednesday met with Gov. Kathy Hochul, because he needed her endorsement to run in the special election. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
The U.S. carried out operations Wednesday to seize the oil tankers Marinera and Sophia, officials announced.
The annual festival will return to Queens this summer, running from June 5-7 at Flushing Meadows-Corona Park.
Theater fans get the opportunity to buy 2-for-1 tickets to 26 Broadway shows.
It will feel more like March than January.
So far, there have been no arrests, although police are speaking with a person of interest.
The annual festival will return to Queens this summer, running from June 5-7 at Flushing Meadows-Corona Park.
Theater fans get the opportunity to buy 2-for-1 tickets to 26 Broadway shows.
It will feel more like March than January.
So far, there have been no arrests, although police are speaking with a person of interest.
Roughly 17,000 nurses across eight hospitals in New York City and Long Island could take to the picket line as soon as next Monday.
It will feel more like March than January.
While Tuesday may have some bumps, the trend is toward milder, more pleasant weather.
You'll want to bundle up Monday in the New York City area for a chilly start to the week before wetter, milder weather arrives midweek.
We're stuck in the freezer Friday as temperatures will struggle to get out of the 20s in the Tri-State Area.
The first morning of 2026 featured a few rounds of snow across the Tri-State Area.
It will feel more like March than January.
A potentially deadly and drug-resistant fungus is spreading nationwide, including New York and New Jersey.
Convicted serial killer Richard Cottingham recently confessed to a 60-year-old New Jersey cold case murder, police said.
Police shot and killed a man armed with a machete who confronted them Monday evening in Piscataway, New Jersey, authorities said.
The Marine Mammal Stranding Center said a dead whale, tentatively identified as a Fin whale, was found on the bow of a ship at the Gloucester City marine terminal.
It will feel more like March than January.
Roughly 17,000 nurses across eight hospitals in New York City and Long Island could take to the picket line as soon as next Monday.
A Long Island travel agent with Destiny Travel is accused of defrauding people out of tens of thousands of dollars.
A federal judge on Tuesday approved a settlement that will overhaul New York's broken children's mental health system, after many were left waiting for care, at times, for years.
While Tuesday may have some bumps, the trend is toward milder, more pleasant weather.
The U.S. carried out operations Wednesday to seize the oil tankers Marinera and Sophia, officials announced.
Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani find themselves on opposite sides of one of the most closely watched congressional races in the nation.
A federal judge on Tuesday approved a settlement that will overhaul New York's broken children's mental health system, after many were left waiting for care, at times, for years.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani said the city must develop a plan that implements a law banning prolonged solitary confinement in city jails.
President Trump wants the matter settled before the end of his term, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said.
A potentially deadly and drug-resistant fungus is spreading nationwide, including New York and New Jersey.
Brooklyn-based Maimonides Health is merging with NYC Health + Hospitals, New York City health leaders announced.
New Jersey state health officials are warning of potential measles exposures at Newark Liberty International Airport before Christmas.
Thousands of new flu cases in New York led to a 38% jump from the previous week, according to state health officials.
A spike in measles cases in Rockland County has New York health officials urging families to get vaccinated.
The annual festival will return to Queens this summer, running from June 5-7 at Flushing Meadows-Corona Park.
Theater fans get the opportunity to buy 2-for-1 tickets to 26 Broadway shows.
Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.
Here's what to know about the lineup of performances scheduled for New Year's Eve, as crowds gather in Times Square to ring in 2026.
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
The Islanders handed the Devils a second consecutive defeat, routing them 9-0 on Tuesday night.
Sean Durzi scored 1:06 into overtime and the Mammoth beat the Rangers 3-2 on Monday night for their second win in three games.
Cade Cunningham had 29 points and 13 assists as the Detroit Pistons beat the New York Knicks 121-90.
Joe Schoen will return as New York Giants general manager after getting a vote of confidence from owners John Mara and Steve Tisch.
Taylor Hall had a goal and an assist, rookie Brandon Bussi stopped 28 shots and the Hurricanes beat the Devils 3-1 on Sunday night.
Student athletes at a high school in Queens have won both state and national video game championships.
Thousands of teachers across New York are participating in a statewide campaign demanding pension reform for educators hired after 2012.
For the 48th year, El Museo del Barrio hosted a parade in East Harlem for Three Kings' Day.
City officials credit Project Restore, a paid mentorship and therapy initiative, with helping cut violence in Bed-Stuy and offering young men a path away from gangs.
Drumming, dance and hands-on workshops marked the 18th year the Brooklyn Children's Museum is hosting what leaders call New York City's largest family Kwanzaa festival.
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.
CBS News Law Enforcement Expert Richard Esposito talks with CBS News New York's Mary Calvi about the crime statistics for the NYPD that show a historic drop in certain crimes.
The embattled 29-year-old, whose real name is Daniel Hernandez, is at the same Brooklyn jail that's housing former Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and Luigi Mangione.
Mr. Trump says the country is ready to turn over millions of barrels to the U.S. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has a look at the First Alert Forecast.
The deadly stabbing on Third Avenue near East 157th Street was captured on camera. CBS News New York's Aziza Shuler reports.
