Dealers rush to sell ghost guns before new rules take effect
Unserialized ghost guns will effectively be banned on Aug. 24, and retailers are scrambling to sell them.
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Unserialized ghost guns will effectively be banned on Aug. 24, and retailers are scrambling to sell them.
There's a new federal effort to crack down on ghost guns. CBS News investigative correspondent Stephen Stock spoke to CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer.
There's a new federal effort to crack down on ghost guns. The feds are taking aim at certain parts used to make these virtually untraceable weapons that are linked to crimes across our area. CBS News investigative correspondent Stephen Stock reports.
Cheap and untraceable, ghost guns are flooding New York City streets in increasing numbers. CBS News investigative correspondent Stephen Stock says a new federal law aimed at stopping the flow could have some unintended consequences. He spoke to CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer.
Hizzoner says the drivers with paper license plates are often up to no good, using the cars to commit violent acts.
Despite New York's strict gun laws, Joint Firearms Task Force is being kept busy confiscating trafficked weapons.
Bad guys buy firearms, mostly handguns, from states to the south, along the I-95 corridor, then transport them here.
They announced simultaneous lawsuits - one state, one federal - to stop companies from shipping gun components to New York.
They announced simultaneous lawsuits - one state, one federal - to stop companies from shipping gun components to New York.
The parts are shipped to New York City, where they are used to build untraceable "ghost guns."
Sources tell CBS2 Mayor Eric Adams and Police Commissioner Keechant Sewell will reveal details of a lawsuit against a gun manufacturer that sells parts on the internet.
A new bill focuses on the illegal flow of firearms and dealers who sell guns that wind up being used to commit crimes.
Hizzoner testified before a House oversight committee and met with members of the New York Congressional Delegation.
The mayor spoke to lawmakers about the epidemic, saying it's time for the powers that be to act. CBS2's Marcia Kramer has the story.
The NYPD says 90 percent of recovered ghost guns are made with parts from the manufacturer Polymer80.
The NYPD is going after ghost guns in New York, and now City Hall is specifically targeting one manufacturer, which the mayor says is responsible for the vast majority of these illegal firearms. CBS2's Ali Bauman asked the mayor how he plans to stop the flow of weapons ahead of summer.
President Joe Biden is now implementing a new rule he says will stop the wave and save lives.
Police say the 17-year-old suspected of killing a 16-year-old girl in the Bronx used a 3-D printed ghost gun. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has the latest on the response from federal and local leaders.
Police sources tell CBS2 investigators believe it was 3-D printed weapon with no serial number.
President Biden said the new rules will save lives. CBS2's Dick Brennan reports.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams held a virtual press conference Monday.
These untraceable firearms can be made at home with no background check or serial numbers, and officials say they're contributing to a rise in gun violence.
The White House is expected to make an announcement on cracking down on ghost guns as soon as Monday.
Nassau Police displayed weapons and parts found in the house, including an assault rifle they say was made with two 3D printers.
A 30-year-old Brooklyn man is the latest to be arrested for making the weapons in the comfort of his home.
Some New York City early childhood education programs say they can't afford supplies and snacks for the kids or salaries for their teachers.
Parents and coaches who use a Little League field in the Bronx are becoming increasingly worried as they say conditions continue to deteriorate and become dangerous for kids.
Thousands of people in Yonkers are under a boil water advisory after a one-two punch of infrastructure problems.
A man is dead after a shootout with police in Newport, Rhode Island, that also left an officer injured.
Police are still looking for an armed and dangerous man who they say is responsible for deadly shootings in the Bronx and Brooklyn.
Some New York City early childhood education programs say they can't afford supplies and snacks for the kids or salaries for their teachers.
Parents and coaches who use a Little League field in the Bronx are becoming increasingly worried as they say conditions continue to deteriorate and become dangerous for kids.
Thousands of people in Yonkers are under a boil water advisory after a one-two punch of infrastructure problems.
Police are still looking for an armed and dangerous man who they say is responsible for deadly shootings in the Bronx and Brooklyn.
A rally was held in Southeast Queens Tuesday pushing back against a planned lithium-ion battery storage facility.
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.
We're in great shape on this Friday as we gear up for another weekend.
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.
A 9/11 memorial in Jersey City that's in need of repairs and maintenance is getting help from actor Gary Sinise's foundation.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is out of the Little League World Series after losing to Hamilton, Ohio, on Tuesday night.
Dozens of syringes and other debris were found on the beach in Manasquan on the Jersey Shore over the weekend.
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.
Starting in September, the Long Island Rail Road will offer year-round service to Montauk.
After years in the making, a team of surgeons successfully performed the first pancreas-kidney transplant on Long Island. Despite complicated risks, the first patient selected was all in. As CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports, the patient says the double transplant saved his life.
The names include people who died from 9/11-related illnesses.
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.
State officials sent letters to agencies across New York instructing them to unwind agreements with ICE by Tuesday.
A coalition representing 1,000 minority-owned bodegas and supermarkets is suing to stop New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan to build five city-run grocery stores.
The Supreme Court divided 6-3 in granting the Trump administration's request for emergency relief.
The meeting came with Democrats expected to take control of the House in the November elections, which would put Jeffries in line to become the next House speaker.
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.
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.
New Yorkers have a chance to snag discounted tickets to the U.S. Open.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is out of the Little League World Series after losing to Hamilton, Ohio, on Tuesday night.
Defender James Sands made a spectacular goal clearance before scoring in first-half stoppage time to help NYCFC earn a 1-1 draw with the New England Revolution on Sunday.
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.
From graffiti to homeless encampments, there's a growing list of problems plaguing a Little League field in the Bronx. Parents and coaches say it's not just an eyesore, they're worried about what's making its way through the fence. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
New York City's public schools are two weeks away from welcoming students back for the new school year, but some early childhood education programs say they can't afford supplies and snacks for the kids or salaries for their teachers. CBS News New York's Doug Williams reports.
A dean at Rutgers University is facing charges, accused of taking upskirt videos while working at the school. Rutgers officials say the dean is now on leave from the school. CBS News New York's Nick Caloway spoke with students on campus.
The child star who played "Ron Weasley" in all eight Harry Potter films will appear for 17 weeks in the Broadway show starting in February.
Enjoy the sunshine because Thursday afternoon brings stormy weather with potentially heavy rain. CBS News New York Meteorologist John Elliott has the forecast.
