Town Of Hempstead Wants Fishermen To Properly Dispose Of Fishing Lines
The Town of Hempstead is trying to protect wildlife from careless fishermen and improperly disposed fishing equipment.
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The Town of Hempstead is trying to protect wildlife from careless fishermen and improperly disposed fishing equipment.
Following a day of record rainfall that led to power outages, disrupted train service and flooded homes for many in the Tri-State area, an all-out effort is being made to repair the damage.
Inside Penn Station, thousands were straining their necks watching the schedule monitors while listening for any service changes.
It can be difficult battling any fire, but with the heat and humidity, it makes the job of firefighters even more dangerous.
Hempstead police officer Brian Jones is accused of selling prescription painkillers including oxycodone and oxymorphone.
The sweltering, humid weather that made stepping out the front door like stepping into a hot, slick sponge kept its hold on the Tri-State area Tuesday.
Authorities said the the incident happened around 11 a.m. at the Alverta B. Gray Schultz Middle School in Hempstead while students were registering for summer classes.
Authorities said two boys who are only 12 and 13-years-old, would watch people walking on the streets in Hempstead and when they saw someone wearing gold jewelry, police said the duo would scare the victim, grab the gold necklace or chain and run.
Prosecutors said they began investigating Lutful Chowdhury following a fatal car accident in Hempstead in April 2010 that left Dr. Rebecca Twine dead. The driver -- Kayla Gerdes -- is accused of being under the influence of drugs.
On a day like this, you could stand for hours admiring the beauty of the water off Point Lookout, Long Island. But erosion has threatened the large homes that line the beachfront.
Police said neighborhood mechanic Thomas M. Cirino, 56, of 1390 Dewey Avenue was arrested at his home Tuesday at 10 p.m. and charged with fourth degree criminal mischief.
They also charged Tran as a fugitive from justice stemming from an open warrant in Virginia. They didn't elaborate.
Police in Nassau County said Thursday they've cracked a cold case, the murder of a Westbury woman 15 years ago.
Police are investigating a deadly shooting that happened on Long Island Saturday night.
Two men face arraignment on Saturday after being arrested for assault and leaving the scene of an accident on Friday in Westbury.
Three people are in the hospital after detectives said a drunken driver ran a red light crashing into two separate cars in Hempstead on Saturday morning.
More than 2,000 potholes have been reported so far this season in the town of Hempstead.
For most of us trying to dig out, it's a nuisance. But, for others in the town of Hempstead on Long Island, it's a matter of life and death.
A new law in the Long Island town of Hempstead affects any business owner that plans to open a convenience store or fast food restaurant.
Months after retired Hempstead doctor Rebecca Twine was killed mowing her lawn, the woman charged in her death was apologetic Tuesday and told reporters she was "really sorry."
Nassau County police said he's responsible for at least six break-ins or attempted break-ins in Great Neck and Kings Point.
There are new fears on Long Island that a man suspected in at least six break-ins has tried to strike again in Kings Point.
A man wanted in a violent hammer attack of a Hempstead woman last year, has been connected via DNA to the rape of a 2-year-old Texas girl and one of six violent break-ins on L.I., Nassau Police said.
Mass transit around the Tri-State finally began to move again after the blizzard brought the commute to a standstill but many suffered a long ride to work this morning and were prepared to face much of the same this afternoon.
The Hempstead supervisor has declared a snow emergency in response to the winter snowstorm.
Aerial shots of the blaze appear to show a portion of the building on East Main Street collapsed overnight.
New York Mets slugger Juan Soto is scheduled to undergo an MRI after he left Friday night's game against the San Francisco Giants with right calf tightness.
Francisco Alvarez homered twice and rookie Nolan McLean retired his first 15 batters as the New York Mets snapped a three-game skid Friday night with a 10-3 rout of the San Francisco Giants.
President Trump ordered the Department of Homeland Security to find a way to pay "each and every employee" of the agency.
The New York Knicks routed the Chicago Bulls 136-96 on Friday night in a game they led by 47 points.
Easter weekend kicks off with May-like weather in the New York area before rain returns for the holiday.
New York City's attempt to reduce class sizes will likely be pushed back for two years, a state senator told CBS News New York.
Stony Brook University professor Timothy Glotch is one of 10 scientists selected to shape research plans for NASA's next Artemis missions.
The struggle for some dementia patients and caregivers just to get through the day can be daunting and stressful, but some programs in New York are helping alleviate stress.
Social media influencers are driving a dangerous trend of people trespassing to explore abandoned buildings, New York State Police say.
Easter weekend kicks off with May-like weather in the New York area before rain returns for the holiday.
UConn's jaw-dropping buzzer beater catapulted them to the Final Four.
Bridgeport firefighter Terrence Cramer was killed after his girlfriend's ex shot him in a fit of rage at a Connecticut home, according to an arrest warrant.
Jabari Bush is accused of fatally shooting active-duty Bridgeport Firefighter Terrence Cramer in Shelton, police said.
Warmer weather will return to New York City and the surrounding area soon.
Aerial shots of the blaze appear to show a portion of the building on East Main Street collapsed overnight.
Easter weekend kicks off with May-like weather in the New York area before rain returns for the holiday.
With just over one square mile of land, the City of Hoboken says the 2026 FIFA World Cup could be a once-in-a-generation opportunity for homeowners.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her family are moving into Drumthwacket, the governor's official residence in Princeton.
A pastor in New Jersey was taken into custody by immigration agents while working at his day job, according to church members.
Stony Brook University professor Timothy Glotch is one of 10 scientists selected to shape research plans for NASA's next Artemis missions.
A Long Island man accused of shooting his sister in the head with a crossbow pleaded not guilty to attempted murder Thursday.
A Long Island high schooler and his mom are being credited with saving a sleeping neighbor from a house fire.
New York Republican gubernatorial nominee Bruce Blakeman said Tuesday he will sue the state after the Campaign Finance Board denied him matching funds.
The driver accused of striking and killing a Nassau County school crossing guard in February has been arraigned.
President Trump ordered the Department of Homeland Security to find a way to pay "each and every employee" of the agency.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her family are moving into Drumthwacket, the governor's official residence in Princeton.
The search for the second crew member, a weapons system officer, is continuing, two U.S. officials said.
One of the sources said Hegseth wants someone in the role who will implement President Trump and Hegseth's vision for the Army.
A pastor in New Jersey was taken into custody by immigration agents while working at his day job, according to church members.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was lured to a Dallas studio for a meeting, then allegedly kidnapped and robbed by a group including rappers Pooh Shiesty and Big30.
Megan Thee Stallion was released from a New York City hospital after she got sick during a performance of "Moulin Rouge! The Musical."
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Savannah Guthrie stepped back from her NBC duties almost two months ago when her mother, Nancy Guthrie, disappeared. The investigation is ongoing.
New York Mets slugger Juan Soto is scheduled to undergo an MRI after he left Friday night's game against the San Francisco Giants with right calf tightness.
Francisco Alvarez homered twice and rookie Nolan McLean retired his first 15 batters as the New York Mets snapped a three-game skid Friday night with a 10-3 rout of the San Francisco Giants.
The New York Knicks routed the Chicago Bulls 136-96 on Friday night in a game they led by 47 points.
The surging Hawks routed the Nets 141-107 on Friday night for their fourth straight victory and 18th in 20 games.
The Flyers beat the Islanders 3-1 on Friday night to move within one point of the Islanders for third place in the Metropolitan Division.
Preparations for Passover in Brooklyn blend centuries-old rituals with modern traditions unique to each family.
New York has filed a lawsuit against solar company Attyx, saying it didn't just sell panels, it sold promises it couldn't keep.
Long before Manhattan's iconic street grid took shape, an English widow planned a Brooklyn community that helped shape the city today.
The Center for Brooklyn History showcase examines the Battle of Brooklyn through rare maps, paintings, and historical artifacts from the American Revolutionary War.
From World War II to modern mixology, women in Brooklyn fought for their place behind the bar. This Women's History Month, their legacy continues to influence the city's nightlife.
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.
Paterson firefighters battled intense flames coming from the entire building on East Main Street.
It's the first time enemy fire has downed a U.S. plane since the start of the war with Iran. CBS News' Shawna Mizelle reports.
The alleged gunman was charged with murder and another suspect was in custody after the fatal shooting of a 7-month-old in a stroller. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
John Elliott has the Tri-State Area's updated Saturday morning First Alert Forecast on CBS News New York.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for April 3 at 11 p.m.
