Former Harlem prison to house asylum seekers
While many may identify the building with its history as a correctional facility, this use is actually more aligned with the building's original intended purpose, CBS2's Jessi Mitchell reports
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While many may identify the building with its history as a correctional facility, this use is actually more aligned with the building's original intended purpose, CBS2's Jessi Mitchell reports
New York City officials say the state provided the Lincoln Correctional Facility as a temporary site.
Perkins dedicated his life to fighting for the Harlem community. CBS2's Jessi Mitchell has more from his funeral.
While many were celebrating Floyd's life, they were also still pushing for change in the criminal justice system.
While many were celebrating Floyd's life, they were also still pushing for change in the criminal justice system, CBS2's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Dignitaries, family and friends attended the funeral of the former state lawmaker on Thursday.
Dignitaries, family and friends attended the funeral for former state lawmaker Bill Perkins on Thursday.
A group in Harlem is pushing for city leaders, specifically Mayor Eric Adams, for change in the criminal justice system after George Floyd died at the hands of police, CBS2's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Video shows the flames rising from an apartment building on West 119th Street.
The former New York State Senator and New York City Council member died earlier this month at his Harlem home.
Police said their timeline is based on surveillance video and witness accounts.
As the investigation into his and his friend's death continues, a vigil was held Tuesday night to honor the aspiring engineer's life. CBS2's Alecia Reid has the story.
The sixth grader was found dead in the Hudson River on Saturday. On Tuesday, friends and family gathered at a school in Harlem to reflect on his life. CBS2's Jennifer Bisram reports.
The 11-year-old sixth grader was founded dead in the Hudson River on Saturday. CBS2's Jennifer Bisram reports.
The 11-year-old's body was discovered Sunday in the Hudson River after he and his friend, 13-year-old Garrett Warren disappeared after school. CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado has more on how they're being remembered.
The 11-year-old's body was recovered from the Harlem River after he went missing earlier this month. CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
The body of 11-year-old Alfa Barrie was found last week after he disappeared with a friend.
Garrett Warren's body was pulled from the Harlem River on Thursday. The body of his friend, Alfa Barrie, was pulled from the Hudson River on Saturday. CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
Alfa Barrie, 11, and Garrett Warren, 13, disappeared after they were last seen together on May 12 in Harlem.
The search for the second boy who went missing in Harlem over a week ago came to a tragic end Saturday morning. Search crews found the body of 11-year-old Alfa Barrie in the Hudson River. CBS2's Alecia Reid reports.
Jordan Neely's death sparked widespread debate and protests after he was put in a chokehold on the subway in SoHo.
The search took a tragic turn Thursday when the body of 13-year-old Garrett Warren was found in the Harlem River.
The NYPD is still searching for an 11-year-old boy from Harlem who went missing last week. The search took a tragic turn Thursday when the body of his friend, 13-year-old Garrett Warren, was found in the Harlem River. CBS2's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Family and loved ones gathered early Friday morning to lay him to rest. CBS2's Doug Williams has the latest outside the church in Harlem.
Neely was killed earlier this month when he was put in a chokehold on the subway in SoHo.
Adams had eight catches for 195 yards and two touchdowns as the Rams cruised past New York after Jaxson Dart's early exit due to a knee injury on Monday night.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and President Trump held a high-profile meeting in New York City on Monday. It marked the third time they have met, but the first at Gracie Mansion.
Two children in the New York City area have taken on adult responsibilities by caring for a loved one as they try to juggle their own lives.
A man stabbed at a Queens subway station on Sunday evening is sharing details about the traumatic moment he was attacked.
Flights at Newark Liberty International, John F. Kennedy International and LaGuardia airports were delayed due to an equipment outage, the FAA says.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and President Trump held a high-profile meeting in New York City on Monday. It marked the third time they have met, but the first at Gracie Mansion.
Two children in the New York City area have taken on adult responsibilities by caring for a loved one as they try to juggle their own lives.
A man stabbed at a Queens subway station on Sunday evening is sharing details about the traumatic moment he was attacked.
Flights at Newark Liberty International, John F. Kennedy International and LaGuardia airports were delayed due to an equipment outage, the FAA says.
A 34-year-old man was conducting an experiment in his Mineola apartment when the mixture reacted violently, according to law enforcement officials.
The Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport announced it welcomed its first-ever red panda cub, marking an important achievement for the endangered species.
Rain totals on Sunday were much less substantial compared to last Sunday's prolific totals, generally averaging less than 1 inch in most locations.
Fire departments were hard at work in Paterson, New Jersey, and Fairfield County, Connecticut, due to flash flooding on Sunday morning.
Rainy weather makes a return to the New York City area this weekend.
After a week filled with periods of storminess and high humidity, a calmer and drier weather pattern is settling in for the holiday weekend.
Flights at Newark Liberty International, John F. Kennedy International and LaGuardia airports were delayed due to an equipment outage, the FAA says.
Part of a Lavallette, New Jersey, liquor store was boarded up and a bouquet of flowers was left outside Sunday night, somber reminders of a horrific crash that killed a woman a day earlier.
Trey Smack kicked a 26-yard field goal in overtime and the Packers snapped a six-game skid with a 20-17 victory over the Jets on Sunday.
Longtime NFL executive Ernie Accorsi, who built the New York Giants core that won the Super Bowl twice after his retirement has died. He was 84.
Ahead of the beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen on Sept. 24, the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark, New Jersey, will be displaying items from his life and work.
A 34-year-old man was conducting an experiment in his Mineola apartment when the mixture reacted violently, according to law enforcement officials.
CBS News New York's John Elliott reports from the Brain Aneurysm Foundation Long Island Run/Walk at Jones Beach State Park on Sept. 19, 2026.
The ground beneath a Long Island woman opened up, swallowing her into the earth below.
The ground beneath a Long Island woman opened up, swallowing her into the earth below. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Racing returned to Belmont Park Friday afternoon, more than three years after the iconic Long Island track was shut down for renovations. The redevelopment cost $450 million. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and President Trump held a high-profile meeting in New York City on Monday. It marked the third time they have met, but the first at Gracie Mansion.
The city's Department of Transportation announced the alert is in effect from Monday through Friday, when traffic is expected to be at its slowest and most congested
The three news organizations, which were banned from White House grounds by President Trump, are arguing that the ban is unconstitutional.
The world is coming together at the United Nations this week and that means New York City is on high alert.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and President Trump have met at least twice since Mamdani was elected last year.
NYU Langone has reached an agreement with the Justice Department to end gender-affirming care for minors.
A second person has died in the Legionnaires' disease cluster in the South Bronx.
Some people in Keyport, New Jersey, claim the site of a former aircraft manufacturing plant is to blame for a growing number of cancer diagnoses, but the state says otherwise.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
One person has died and a total of five people have been sickened by Legionnaires' disease in the Bronx.
Presley Gerber, the son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, has died at 27, a family spokesperson has confirmed.
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
A truck driver who spent two decades building a massive scale model of his native New York City was delighted when it went viral on TikTok.
The Feast of San Gennaro is filling New York City's Little Italy with faith, music, games and many treats starting Thursday.
The iconic Peanuts character Snoopy is getting a new look for the 100th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.
Adams had eight catches for 195 yards and two touchdowns as the Rams cruised past New York after Jaxson Dart's early exit due to a knee injury on Monday night.
Nolan Arenado hit his third grand slam of the season top help the Diamondbacks beat the Yankees 8-4 on Sunday.
Cristopher Sánchez earned his major league-leading 18th win Sunday, leading the Phillies to a 7-2 victory over the Mets.
Trey Smack kicked a 26-yard field goal in overtime and the Packers snapped a six-game skid with a 20-17 victory over the Jets on Sunday.
Longtime NFL executive Ernie Accorsi, who built the New York Giants core that won the Super Bowl twice after his retirement has died. He was 84.
Neighbors have been waiting since 2021 for the bridge over the Belt Parkway to be rebuilt and reconnect Bath Beach with the waterfront.
The People's Theatre now has its first permanent home in more than 15 years, thanks to help from theater legends from the neighborhood, like Lin-Manuel Miranda.
Brooklyn Greenway Initiative's 1.8-acre native plant sanctuary marks 10 years at a site where historians believe hundreds of human remains still lie
At a Bay Ridge school, students who were born years after the attacks are learning about Sept. 11 through the stories of parents, teachers and first responders who lived through it.
Former Mets players from the 2001 season were at Ladder 25 on the Upper West Side on Tuesday.
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.
CBS News New York's Scott Padgett says the threat of rain will persist for the rest of the week, with temperatures only in the mid-60s.
The shooting happened on Beach Channel Drive. Police sources told CBS News New York the suspect was trying to steal the teenager's scooter. Kristine Johnson reports.
Loved ones say the victim was on his way to work but never made it. They spoke with CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal as they try to understand how someone could hit him and keep going.
CBS News New York's Rob Flaks has more on the frustration at LaGuardia Airport.
Mr. Trump and Mamdani discussed a potential housing project in Sunnyside, Queens, among other topics. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
