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As of June, it's the most expensive U.S. city, with an average rent of $5,500.
With rents notoriously high in Brooklyn and Manhattan, you might think New York City is the most expensive place in the U.S. for renters, but that's not the case.
A cyclist is grateful to be alive after a frightening hit-and-run accident involving a councilmember last week.
A Jersey City cyclist is grateful to be alive after a frightening hit-and-run accident allegedly involving a councilmember. Police say Jersey City councilwoman-at-large Amy DeGise did not slow down after she struck the cyclist last week. Now, there are calls for her to step down. CBS2's Astrid Martinez spoke with the victim.
A Jersey City cyclist is grateful to be alive after a frightening hit-and-run accident allegedly involving a councilmember. Police say Jersey City councilwoman-at-large Amy DeGise did not slow down after she struck the cyclist last week. Now, there are calls for her to step down. CBS2's Astrid Martinez spoke with the victim.
A total of $7,500 in free gas went out to residents.
High gas prices have put the squeeze on drivers' wallets this summer, but some residents in Jersey City were able to get a little bit of relief Saturday.
Tens of thousands lined the waterfront for big-name acts, followed by fireworks.
New Jersey's biggest Fourth of July celebration was held Monday in downtown Jersey City. CBS2's Kevin Rincon reports.
People of all backgrounds were out enjoying the celebration, which really captured the essence of America, CBS2's Kevin Rincon reports.
They're the first additions since 1937, and are needed to keep up with Jersey City's growing population.
The additions are the first since 1937 and are needed to keep up with Jersey City's growing population.
The Hudson County Prosecutor's Office Homicide Unit is handling the investigation.
For years, CBS2 uncovered residents being placed in dilapidated homes in New Jersey. One municipality sued the city to stop it from happening. CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports.
The 3-year-old was taken to Christ Hospital.
It's the end of the line for many of the old "Brightliner" subway cars that remain in New York City railyards.
Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop says the city's newest graduating class of police officer is the most diverse ever.
Jersey City residents are stepping into a problem -- geese droppings all over public space and sidewalks.
Jersey City residents are stepping into an unpleasant problem -- geese droppings all over public spaces and sidewalks. One resident shared his concerns with CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis.
A witness said police officers fired on a man and woman who were walking across the street.
An apparent police-involved shooting is under investigation in Jersey City.
A law enforcement source tells CBS News the Buffalo shooting suspect was also considering targets in New Jersey.
Seventy five members of the Fuel Your Way NJ coalition slashed their prices.
Police do not know whether one person or a group of vandals is responsible for the costly damage.
Singer-songwriter Gavin DeGraw turned to social media for help reconnecting with a New York City bartender after a memorable performance this week.
Ryan McMahon broke out of his season-long slump with a tiebreaking, two-run homer in the eighth inning as the Yankees beat the Royals 4-2 on Friday night.
The murder case surrounding the 1979 disappearance of 6-year-old Etan Patz in NYC is on track for a third trial.
Air Canada said its flights from Toronto and Montreal to New York City's JFK will cease June 1 and resume Oct. 25.
A young Long Island man who overcame autism to graduate high school as valedictorian is now poised to graduate from Hofstra with top honors.
Singer-songwriter Gavin DeGraw turned to social media for help reconnecting with a New York City bartender after a memorable performance this week.
The murder case surrounding the 1979 disappearance of 6-year-old Etan Patz in NYC is on track for a third trial.
Air Canada said its flights from Toronto and Montreal to New York City's JFK will cease June 1 and resume Oct. 25.
A young Long Island man who overcame autism to graduate high school as valedictorian is now poised to graduate from Hofstra with top honors.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is brushing off a social media attack by President Trump about his taxing policies.
New York City's balmy weather proved to be record-breaking for the date of April 15.
Parts of the New York area could see record high temperatures during a summerlike stretch of weather this week.
A major warmup, featuring summer-like temperatures in the 80s, will take over the Eastern Seaboard beginning Monday.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are finally turning the corner to warmer weather this week.
When UConn plays Michigan for the NCAA Men's Basketball championship tonight in Indianapolis, there are a few places in New York City where fans can root on their schools.
NJ Transit and the NYNJ Host Committee announced their plan for transportation and parking ahead of the FIFA World Cup games at MetLife Stadium.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill is sounding off about the cost of getting to and from the FIFA World Cup games at MetLife Stadium this summer.
CBS News projects that Democrat Analilia Mejia will win the special election in New Jersey's 11th Congressional District, a seat formerly held by Gov. Mikie Sherrill.
Parking at MetLife Stadium will not be allowed during the FIFA World Cup games there this summer.
CBS News New York is investigating the cashless tolling system in New York and New Jersey. Unpaid tolls can spiral into crushing debt — but that's just one of many issues drivers face.
A young Long Island man who overcame autism to graduate high school as valedictorian is now poised to graduate from Hofstra with top honors.
New York families rely on state records to make sure car purchases are legit, but what happens when those records are wrong?
A Marine Corps veteran is walking more than 100 miles from eastern Long Island to Staten Island to support a little girl battling cancer.
A Nassau County man faces multiple charges are he allegedly tried to lure an 11-year-old earlier this week.
Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, Long Island has reopened after a deadly gang-related shooting Wednesday night.
The wife of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has apologized for what she says were "harmful" social media posts she made as a teenager.
The federal government is withholding $73 million in highway funds from New York, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Thursday.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he and President Trump are "honest, direct about the fact that we have many disagreements," but they agree on their love for New York City.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani spoke with "CBS Mornings" on Thursday and reflected on his first 100 days in office.
CBS News projects that Democrat Analilia Mejia will win the special election in New Jersey's 11th Congressional District, a seat formerly held by Gov. Mikie Sherrill.
Advocates fear New York state could be taking a step back when it comes to biomarker testing access for those with Medicaid.
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.
Singer-songwriter Gavin DeGraw turned to social media for help reconnecting with a New York City bartender after a memorable performance this week.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his wife Rama Duwaji will not attend this year's Met Gala, sources said.
The Rock And Roll Hall of Fame unveiled its list of inductees for 2026, and it includes the Wu-Tang Clan, the legendary, local hip-hop collective.
Jury selection for Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial in a Manhattan courtroom began Tuesday. He is being accused of raping actress Jessica Mann in 2013.
Afrika Bambaataa, a rapper and producer, was best known for breakthrough tracks like 1982's "Planet Rock" and for founding the Universal Zulu Nation art collective.
Ryan McMahon broke out of his season-long slump with a tiebreaking, two-run homer in the eighth inning as the Yankees beat the Royals 4-2 on Friday night.
Moisés Ballesteros, Nico Hoerner and Ian Happ homered, and the Chicago Cubs handed the Mets their ninth straight loss, pounding New York 12-4.
NJ Transit and the NYNJ Host Committee announced their plan for transportation and parking ahead of the FIFA World Cup games at MetLife Stadium.
Mike Trout homered for the fifth time during a four-game series on Thursday, crushing a long drive in the seventh inning for the Angels in an 11-4 victory over the Yankees.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill is sounding off about the cost of getting to and from the FIFA World Cup games at MetLife Stadium this summer.
Students at M.S. 407 transform a barren space into a habitat for bees and butterflies, part of a broader city push to expand pollinator-friendly green spaces.
Brooklyn officials announced a first-of-its-kind initiative to build sensory rooms in every District 75 elementary school.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration unveiled a dramatic traffic redesign at Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza.
New York City business owners are pushing on the State Legislature to pass Gov. Kathy Hochul's reforms that would roll back some of the climate legislation passed by New York state in 2019.
Ismael Ox lost his right hand as a child in a grenade attack, survived homelessness in the U.S., and became a citizen, all while training to represent Team USA in para Taekwondo.
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.
FIFA World Cup ticket holders now know how much it will cost to travel to and from MetLife Stadium this summer, and it's a pretty penny. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports.
Saturday is National Record Store Day, celebrating independent record shops across the country. This comes as new data shows interest in vinyl is only getting stronger. Meanwhile, there are questions about the environmental impact. Jarred Hill reports.
Charges have been filed against a woman accused of setting several fires in Maspeth, Queens, on Monday night.
The New York attorney general's office is investigating the death of a man in Orange County while being restrained by police.
Have you ever wondered what happens to a restaurant's leftover or unsold food at the end of the day? Food access advocates say it could make a big difference if it was served to the community. Now, a proposed law in New York would reward businesses that do so. CBS News New York's Noëlle Lilley reports.
