Tom Suozzi wants to know why Republican opponent won't debate him
In the race to replace ex-Rep. George Santos, Democrat Tom Suozzi says his opponent, Republican Mazi Pilip, isn't being transparent with voters.
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In the race to replace ex-Rep. George Santos, Democrat Tom Suozzi says his opponent, Republican Mazi Pilip, isn't being transparent with voters.
It's a hard fought battle to replace George Santos in Congress, and Long Islanders have strong views about what they're looking for.
The big bucks race to replace ex-Rep. George Santos will have national implications on party control of Congress. Watch Tom Suozzi's conversation on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Republican County Legislator Mazi Pilip and Democrat Tom Suozzi, a former congressman, are running to fill the seat.
Early voting began Saturday in the special election to replace George Santos, who was expelled from Congress last year. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3uu3SBz
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.
Some people living in Queens have faced flooding several times this summer.
Two air traffic controllers at LaGuardia Airport left work early on the night of a deadly runway collision in March, a source familiar with the situation told CBS News.
A third suspect in a deadly shooting on Atlanta's Edgewood Avenue may be in New York City and should be considered armed and dangerous, the FBI says.
Heavy rains are bringing more flooding to New Jersey, which has endured repeated damaging floods so far this summer.
A crash involving a pickup truck and an electric dirt bike left an 11-year-old girl dead in Ocean County, New Jersey, authorities said.
Some people living in Queens have faced flooding several times this summer.
Two air traffic controllers at LaGuardia Airport left work early on the night of a deadly runway collision in March, a source familiar with the situation told CBS News.
Two men convicted of staging crashes on New York City highways to get fraudulent insurance payouts have been sentenced.
Severe weather warnings have started popping up as strong storms make their way through New York City and most of the Tri-State Area.
New Yorkers may be able to see the blood moon during the partial lunar eclipse Thursday, but they're going to have to stay up late, and clouds could impact it.
Severe weather warnings have started popping up as strong storms make their way through New York City and most of the Tri-State Area.
A nice stretch of weather kicks off the week in the New York City area before a heightened chance of rain returns.
Along with the increasingly humid conditions comes another chance of showers and storms overnight Saturday into Sunday.
Rainy weather returns to the New York City area Sunday, bringing with it the threat of flooding.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is heading to the Little League World Series after beating Darien, Connecticut, in the Metro Region Tournament on Friday.
Heavy rains are bringing more flooding to New Jersey, which has endured repeated damaging floods so far this summer.
A crash involving a pickup truck and an electric dirt bike left an 11-year-old girl dead in Ocean County, New Jersey, authorities said.
Severe weather warnings have started popping up as strong storms make their way through New York City and most of the Tri-State Area.
A man is dead after a shootout with police in Newport, Rhode Island, that also left an officer injured.
A dean at Rutgers University was arrested for allegedly recording inappropriate videos while working for the school, according to New Jersey prosecutors.
Severe weather warnings have started popping up as strong storms make their way through New York City and most of the Tri-State Area.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman says he will comply with New York's new law restricting police cooperation with ICE, but first, he blasted the governor. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Huntington native Jack Kennedy, 18, is making his Grand Slam debut in the U.S. Open this year.
Officers on Long Island deployed a drone to find the suspect after he robbed a home and ran away.
Fifteen sheriffs across New York are asking a judge to block a new law preventing local law enforcement agencies from working with Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is backtracking again on the controversial rollout of his pied-à-terre tax.
The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.
Fifteen sheriffs across New York are asking a judge to block a new law preventing local law enforcement agencies from working with Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.
The Trump administration said it may need to demolish the Kennedy Center if a plan to close the building for two years as part of a controversial renovation project pushed by President Trump and the organization's board is blocked.
State officials sent letters to agencies across New York instructing them to unwind agreements with ICE by Tuesday.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
This year, ER visits for tick bites have increased dramatically, corresponding with a new threat: a rise in Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), where one bite from a lone star tick can make you violently allergic to red meat. How can you best avoid tick bites?
A New Yorker has tested positive for West Nile virus, the city health department announced Wednesday.
Researchers say an alarming study on cognitive decline is specific to the African American community in Newark, New Jersey.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
NYC's Empire State Building paid tribute to music legend Dolly Parton Tuesday night. Parton, 80, died Tuesday in Nashville, her family announced.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
The AMC Kips Bay 15 on Second Avenue has been open since 1999 but will shut down at the end of 2026, according to a spokesperson.
The Brewers beat the Mets 8-1 on Wednesday night, overcoming an injury to starter Dustin May after one pitch.
The New York Yankees pulled away for a 9-3 victory over the Houston Astros on Wednesday night.
Huntington native Jack Kennedy, 18, is making his Grand Slam debut in the U.S. Open this year.
Francisco Lindor scored the winning run on a throwing error in the 10th to lead the Mets past the Brewers 3-2 on Tuesday night.
The Houston Astros beat the New York Yankees 9-7 on Tuesday night.
The DSNY reported an increase in needle stick injuries for New York City sanitation workers.
A Queens homeowner says that overgrown city trees on her block are creating a safety hazard at night.
Neighbors say Flushing Meadows Corona Park has been falling into disrepair for years.
The owner of a beloved Harlem food truck known for its burgers under $5 is retiring and selling the business.
The historic Art Deco bathhouse at Jacob Riis Park is getting a new life as the Rockaway Ocean Club. But as the long-dormant building reopens, some locals are questioning who will have access to its amenities.
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.
As New York City tries to make U.S. Open tickets more affordable for everyday New Yorkers, kids in Harlem are learning tennis for free from pro players. CBS News New York's Noëlle Lilley reports.
A state department spokesperson tells CBS News around 90 Americans may be impacted by Wednesday's deadly flooding and mudslides in Nepal and Tibet. Authorities there say at least 360 people are dead and more than 800 missing. Tina Kraus reports.
CBS News New York's Scott Padgett has your First Alert Forecast for August 27 at 6 p.m.
As rescue teams search for the missing, families in New York City are worried about their loved ones in Nepal. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Two air traffic controllers at LaGuardia Airport in New York left work early on the night of a deadly runway collision in March, a government source familiar with the situation told CBS News on Thursday. CBS News New York investigative reporter Tim McNicholas reports.
