Gov. Phil Murphy signs gun safety package
Gov. Phil Murphy signs package of gun safety measures into law in New Jersey.
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Gov. Phil Murphy signs package of gun safety measures into law in New Jersey.
The measures come in response to the latest mass shootings in Buffalo and Uvalde, Texas. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has more on what's in them and reaction.
Authorities say a 21-year-old person of interest was taken into custody, but charges have yet to be filed.
Authorities say at least six people were killed and 30 were injured when a gunman opened fire on a Fourth of July parade in the Chicago suburb. CBS2's John Dias has the latest.
The governor is expected to sign off on a package of gun safety bills passed by the state legislature last week. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has the details.
The governor responded to Monday's mass shooting at a Fourth of July parade in Illinois with a tweet about Tuesday's bill signing.
Lawmakers debated all day Thursday and into the wee hours of the morning Friday, but still haven't passed anything, CBS2's John Dias reports.
Despite New York's strict gun laws, Joint Firearms Task Force is being kept busy confiscating trafficked weapons.
Shootings spiked in June and July of 2020, reaching record levels not seen since 2006. We examine the reasons why.
Our research suggests a link between gun violence and poor, blighted neighborhoods.
Bad guys buy firearms, mostly handguns, from states to the south, along the I-95 corridor, then transport them here.
Hizzoner says the $2.5 million unit has 24 newly-hired criminologists dedicated to getting results quickly.
Gov. Kathy Hochul called an emergency session to pass legislation to lessen the impact of the Supreme Court decision striking down century-old gun carry laws, CBS2's Marcia Kramer reports.
The Supreme Court ruled guns could be banned in "sensitive places," but it wasn't clear about what locations qualify, CBS2's John Dias reports.
Since the spring of 2020, Jacobi has seen an increase of 181 percent when it comes to gunshot victims.
She is focusing on Thursday's special session of the Legislature to find ways to limit the effect of the Supreme Court ruling.
CBS2's Marcia Kramer spoke with a man who recently got out of prison and is now on a mission to make a difference. Watch our special report Thursday at 5:30 p.m. on CBS2.
The bipartisan act is the most significant update to the country's gun laws in nearly 30 years.
Gov. Phil Murphy was scheduled to address the Supreme Court ruling that overturned New York's concealed carry law ahead of the latest ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Critics fear the ruling will put more guns on the streets in New York City. CBS2's John Dias has more on the potential impact.
They say New York's rule was arbitrary, adding the more people carrying guns to protect themselves, the safer we'll all be.
The mayor and police commissioner say "nothing has changed" in terms of gun carry permits today in New York City.
CBS2 has a special report on the opinion and reaction from local stakeholders.
CBS News' National and Legal Correspondent Jan Crawford joins with analysis from Washington, D.C.
For those at the Nassau County Rifle and Pistol Range in Uniondale, the issue is a matter of common sense.
New York City students get free public transit rides with their OMNY cards, but express buses are excluded.
An 18-year-old was shot and killed during an armed robbery at an early morning car meetup in the Bronx Sunday. A woman who was also robbed in that incident spoke with CBS News New York.
An adult woman has become the first 9/11 victim identified using a new technique called forensic investigative genetic genealogy.
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.
Dozens of syringes and other debris were found on the beach in Manasquan on the Jersey Shore over the weekend.
New York City students get free public transit rides with their OMNY cards, but express buses are excluded.
An 18-year-old was shot and killed during an armed robbery at an early morning car meetup in the Bronx Sunday. A woman who was also robbed in that incident spoke with CBS News New York.
An adult woman has become the first 9/11 victim identified using a new technique called forensic investigative genetic genealogy.
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.
Three people were seen on video climbing out of a manhole in Midtown Manhattan. It's the latest of several similar incidents across New York City.
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.
Dozens of syringes and other debris were found on the beach in Manasquan on the Jersey Shore over the weekend.
A New Jersey woman is trying to understand how a shocking message was left on her birthday dessert at a local restaurant.
A small earthquake was detected in Morris County, New Jersey, on Saturday, officials say.
A nice stretch of weather kicks off the week in the New York City area before a heightened chance of rain returns.
The boys from Bayonne, New Jersey, had their first loss of the season Sunday, but their Little League World Series journey isn't over yet.
The names include people who died from 9/11-related illnesses.
A man was arrested after investigators said they found 23 guns and hundreds of grams of various illegal drugs at his Long Island home.
A funeral was held Sunday for a Long Island woman who died after her SUV plunged into a backyard pool.
Suffolk County Police say officers rescued a family from a boat that ran aground in the mouth of the Fire Island Inlet early Sunday morning.
Long Island's Sun and Surf Beach Club remained closed Saturday, two days after it was ravaged by a tornado.
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.
Neel Kashkari, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, said the tariff fight with Canada could extend U.S. inflation, should the tense trade dynamic between the historically allied countries continue.
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump began the Freedom 250 Grand Prix IndyCar race through the streets of Washington, D.C, with a slow lap around the course.
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.
Two more deaths have been reported in connection to the Legionnaires' disease cluster on the Upper East Side, health officials said Friday.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Brian Hickerson and his brother, Zach, made the 911 call that brought first responders to the apartment where Hayden Panettiere was found unresponsive.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
The lineup for the 2026 Global Citizen Festival in New York City was announced Thursday.
Latin music stars Marc Anthony, Feid, and others are set to perform at a benefit concert in Miami on August 16.
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.
It was Peters' third walk-off hit of the season.
The New York Yankees pulled away for an 8-3 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday.
The boys from Bayonne, New Jersey, had their first loss of the season Sunday, but their Little League World Series journey isn't over yet.
The New York Mets beat the AL Central-leading Chicago White Sox on Saturday 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.
It's win or go home for Bayonne in the Little League World Series Tuesday night.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has a look at the First Alert Weather forecast.
New York City schools are almost back in session, and a Staten Island teenager is calling on Mayor Zohran Mamdani to make express buses free for all students. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
The Supreme Court on Monday allowed President Trump's administration to move ahead with implementing key portions of an executive order that seeks to tighten the rules for mail voting ahead of the November midterm elections. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
"We were robbed at gunpoint," the woman said. "These men were threatening my life. My jewelry was not easy to take off. You hear them yelling, 'Take it off, take it off of her, we're going to have to kill her.'" CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
