Epstein survivors, Democrats fear files may be manipulated
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's sex crimes and a group of Democrats in Congress want an independent review of the Epstein files. CBS News' justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
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Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's sex crimes and a group of Democrats in Congress want an independent review of the Epstein files. CBS News' justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Epstein survivors and Senate Democrats say they want to know if the documents have been tampered with by the Trump administration. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
The Justice Department can release investigative materials from a sex trafficking case against Ghislaine Maxwell, the longtime confidant of Jeffrey Epstein, a federal judge ruled.
Democrats on the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform released "never-before-seen" images of Jeffrey Epstein's private island.
House Democrats on the Oversight Committee have released new photos and videos from Jeffrey Epstein's island in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
The Justice Department is asking a judge to unseal grand jury documents in the Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking case.
The Justice Department asked a court to unseal grand jury transcripts in the sex trafficking cases of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and his associate Ghislaine Maxwell.
Annie Farmer says she was just 16 years old when Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell targeted her.
After decades of fighting for justice, Farmer told CBS News New York's Jessica Moore about the moment of hope she felt when President Trump signed the bill to release the Epstein files.
President Trump says he signed the bill to release the files, giving the DOJ 30 days. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
It's been a whirlwind week ahead of the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files. Wednesday, President Trump announced he signed the same legislation he once denounced, but as CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports, many Epstein survivors remain skeptical of what may be made public.
President Trump's signature on a bill passed by the House and Senate requires DOJ to release documents tied to investigations of Jeffrey Epstein. Here's what could be published.
President Trump said Wednesday he has signed a bill that requires the Justice Department to release files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein within 30 days.
The House sent to the Senate a bill that would force the release of the Epstein files, the final procedural move before President Trump's signature.
Congress is sending President Trump a bill that would force the Justice Department to release its case files on Jeffrey Epstein. Annie Farmer says she was just 16 years old when he and co-conspirator Ghislaine Maxwell targeted her. She sat down with CBS News New York's Jessica Moore, describing the first moment she truly felt hope after decades of fighting for justice.
GOP Rep. Clay Higgins was the only House member to vote against a bill that would require the Justice Department to release files related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Both chambers of Congress approved the Epstein Files Transparency Act following months of Republican opposition. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
The measure compelling the Justice Department to release materials related to Jeffrey Epstein won congressional approval. In a sudden reversal, President Trump told lawmakers they should vote for it.
The House and Senate have both passed a bill to release the Jeffrey Epstein files. It now heads to President Trump's desk for his signature.
The House is expected to vote on legislation that would force the Justice Department to release its files on Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer has the details.
President Trump is now publicly urging Republicans to support the effort. CBS News New York's Christina Fan has the details.
Former Harvard President Larry Summers said Monday he's "deeply ashamed" after messages between him and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were released last week.
As CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports, Epstein survivors have released an emotional video in a plea to Congress.
In a reversal, President Trump says House Republicans should vote to release the Jeffrey Epstein files. House GOP leaders intend to hold a vote Tuesday, sources say.
In the face of GOP support for the measure, President Trump appears to be reversing his stance.
Federal funding cuts have left local organizations struggling to meet growing needs, prompting a borough-wide fundraising push to support food access, housing and other essential services.
Police don't have a suspect in custody, and the victim's father tell CBS News New York he does not believe his son knew the victim.
In Levittown, volunteers spent Christmas morning making dreams come true for children from struggling families.
In just about a week, when the holidays are over and shopping slows down, it can be tough on small businesses. In Harlem, a holiday market is helping vendors stay afloat.
Mamdani's team says the group of 48 includes "people from across fields and communities" and are "New Yorkers whose creativity, leadership and lived experience reflect the full life of the city."
Federal funding cuts have left local organizations struggling to meet growing needs, prompting a borough-wide fundraising push to support food access, housing and other essential services.
Police don't have a suspect in custody, and the victim's father tell CBS News New York he does not believe his son knew the victim.
In Levittown, volunteers spent Christmas morning making dreams come true for children from struggling families.
In just about a week, when the holidays are over and shopping slows down, it can be tough on small businesses. In Harlem, a holiday market is helping vendors stay afloat.
Mamdani's team says the group of 48 includes "people from across fields and communities" and are "New Yorkers whose creativity, leadership and lived experience reflect the full life of the city."
Forecast model data continues to suggest that a general 4–8-inch snowfall is likely with this system.
We've issued a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to snow.
It's a First Alert Weather Day as a mixture of snow and rain move through the Tri-State Area Tuesday morning.
We have issued a First Alert Weather Day Tuesday as travel could be impacted due to slick roads, especially north and west of the city.
Snow and rain will return to the New York City area before Christmas. Parts of the Tri-State Area have winter weather advisories.
Forecast model data continues to suggest that a general 4–8-inch snowfall is likely with this system.
We've issued a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to snow.
Leaders in Paterson, N.J., are pushing back against Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard's remarks suggesting the city is working to impose Islamic law.
Saint Cecilia Roman Catholic Church in South Brunswick, New Jersey, was ransacked in a desperate act for quick cash, police say.
It's a First Alert Weather Day as a mixture of snow and rain move through the Tri-State Area Tuesday morning.
In Levittown, volunteers spent Christmas morning making dreams come true for children from struggling families.
Forecast model data continues to suggest that a general 4–8-inch snowfall is likely with this system.
It's practically the plot to "Home Alone." A quick-thinking 12-year-old boy in Medford stopped a burglar who broke into his home, police said.
We've issued a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to snow.
CBS News New York went inside ICE operations on Long Island for a rare view of how, where and why arrests are made.
Mamdani's team says the group of 48 includes "people from across fields and communities" and are "New Yorkers whose creativity, leadership and lived experience reflect the full life of the city."
The Justice Department said the process of releasing the Epstein files may take "a few more weeks" due to the volume of materials.
A federal judge has given a green light to New York's so-called Green Light Law, rejecting the Trump administration's bid to stop the state from giving people driver's licenses without having them prove they're in the country legally.
Leaders in Paterson, N.J., are pushing back against Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard's remarks suggesting the city is working to impose Islamic law.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani named Lillian Bonsignore as the next FDNY commissioner at a Tuesday afternoon news conference.
A spike in measles cases in Rockland County has New York health officials urging families to get vaccinated.
Researchers on Long Island say they've found physical evidence of PTSD in World Trade Center first responders.
In New York, cases of flu, RSV and COVID have spiked since Thanksgiving.
There are at least 500 sudden and unexpected deaths in the city each year, and in roughly a fifth of those cases, a genetic cause can be detected.
UnitedHealthcare and NewYork-Presbyterian have roughly two weeks to reach an agreement or thousands of Medicare Advantage members could be forced to find care elsewhere.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Comedian and actor Bowen Yang performed his final sketch on "SNL" Saturday night, after announcing his unexpected mid-season exit from the show.
A judge Friday voided the conviction of one of the two men found guilty of the 2002 killing of Run-D.M.C. star Jam Master Jay.
The special features interviews with Kathy Bates, Annette Bening, Albert Brooks, Michael Douglas, Kiefer Sutherland, Jerry O'Connell and Mandy Patinkin.
Jake and Romy Reiner released a statement on Wednesday, remembering their parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, as their best friends.
Adam Pelech scored the tiebreaking goal late in the third period, and the New York Islanders beat the New Jersey Devils 2-1 on Tuesday night.
Taylor Raddysh and Alexis Lafreniere scored 68 seconds apart in a five-goal third period for the New York Rangers in a 7-3 win over the Washington Capitals on Tuesday.
Anthony Edwards scored 38 points to help the Minnesota Timberwolves beat former teammate Karl-Anthony Towns for the first time and hold off the New York Knicks 115-104.
Michael Porter Jr. scored 28 points, as the Brooklyn Nets beat the Philadelphia 76ers 114-106.
The Mets jettisoned another core player Monday, trading second baseman Jeff McNeil to the Athletics for minor league right-hander Yordan Rodriguez.
Federal funding cuts have left local organizations struggling to meet growing needs, prompting a borough-wide fundraising push to support food access, housing and other essential services.
What began as a middle school project has grown into hundreds of handwritten messages left across New York City, offering encouragement to strangers and revealing how a small gesture can resonate for weeks.
NYC says center-running bus lanes will speed up commutes and improve safety on one of Brooklyn's busiest corridors, but critics aren't so sure.
Nine Brooklyn Football Club partner bars are collecting shelf-stable food and winter coats to benefit 10 local schools.
The Davis Center in Harlem is now open for its first winter season after technical delays.
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.
CBS News New York's Craig Allen has your latest forecast.
Cooking Christmas meals was a challenge at more than 70 buildings owned by the New York City Housing Authority due to gas service outages. CBS New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
Marin Iwanowicz was fatally shot on Christmas Eve in Brownsville. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
CBS New York's Dave Carlin reports on Christmas in Harlem, where the National Action Network held its annual holiday meal and toy giveaway.
Local nonprofits say it's been exceptionally hard to continue operations in the face of federal funding cuts. CBS New York's Hannah Kliger reports from Brooklyn.
