Video shows cat being rescued from Long Island Rail Road tracks
A cat was rescued when it was spotted lying on the Long Island Rail Road tracks between Lindenhurst and Babylon Sunday night.
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A cat was rescued when it was spotted lying on the Long Island Rail Road tracks between Lindenhurst and Babylon Sunday night.
A cat was rescued when it was spotted lying on Long Island Rail Road tracks between Lindenhurst and Babylon Sunday. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
A cat was found sitting on the train tracks between Lindenhurst and Babylon on Long Island. It was safely removed and rescued.
Long Island Rail Road commuters know the routine — wake up early just to get a parking spot at a train station. But there's one station where many of the earliest spots are already taken by a different kind of commuter. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
The Long Island Rail Road, NJ Transit and other commuter rails are running Tuesday but with modified schedules after a major snowstorm hit the Tri-State Area.
The nation's busiest commuter railroad was partially down but not out as the Long Island Rail Road started on a limited service at 4 a.m. Tuesday. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
A potential LIRR strike has likely been postponed until May after unions requested federal intervention.
MTA fare hikes are in effect, upping the cost of NYC subway and bus rides, and trips on the Long Island and Metro-North railroads.
The MTA's 2026 fare hikes are now in effect on NYC subways, buses and trains. CBS News New York's Aziza Shuler reports.
Fortunately, the rail was fixed just before 8 a.m., leading to service getting back on track.
Amtrak has been working around the clock to rehabilitate two of the four century-old tubes of the East River Tunnel, which was badly damaged by Superstorm Sandy.
CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook took a tour of the tunnels that are getting a serious makeover after sustaining extensive damage during Superstorm Sandy.
Andy Byford, the former MTA chief, is back in New York with a new role and mission: to rebuild Penn Station, the busiest train hub in North America.
Amtrak Special Advisor Andy Byford said the entire country could benefit from the New York City train station's renovation.
There are Long Island Rail Road service changes this weekend as crews make signal upgrades.
Dr. Christine Riordan looked away from cameras at her court appearance after prosecutors said she drunkenly crashed onto train tracks and caused an electrical explosion.
The LIRR's largest union has voted to authorize a potential strike, but officials say it will not start later this week as planned.
Union leaders instead formally asked President Trump to step in with an emergency board, extending the strike timeline. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff has the latest.
Union representatives say they have requested a Presidential Emergency Mediation Board to weigh in, which will delay the timeline by several months. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen joined representatives from the LIRR Bargaining Coalition to announce the results of Monday's vote. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner has the update.
The potential Long Island Rail Road strike faces a key vote Monday, as the largest union decides whether it will join the work stoppage. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Some 250,000 golf fans are expected to attend the Ryder Cup at Bethpage State Park, with nearly half taking the LIRR to get there.
A potential strike looms for the LIRR. Three of the five unions have already voted to walk off the job at 12:01 a.m. Thursday if there's no deal. There are now five days to reach an agreement. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports.
In less than a week, more than 270,000 daily riders are bracing for a possible work stoppage. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has the details.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority released its plan for commuters if LIRR service is indeed suspended due to a strike.
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.
Nicolas Kenn De Balinthazy, better known online as Sneako, was attacked while livestreaming in New York City Tuesday.
Tens of thousands of doormen and other New York City residential building workers will hold a strike authorization vote Wednesday.
Two teens who allegedly lit and threw homemade bombs outside Gracie Mansion are expected to be arraigned Wednesday.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani proposed a pied-à-terre tax on second homes in New York City that are worth more than $5 million.
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.
Nicolas Kenn De Balinthazy, better known online as Sneako, was attacked while livestreaming in New York City Tuesday.
Tens of thousands of doormen and other New York City residential building workers will hold a strike authorization vote Wednesday.
Two teens who allegedly lit and threw homemade bombs outside Gracie Mansion are expected to be arraigned Wednesday.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani proposed a pied-à-terre tax on second homes in New York City that are worth more than $5 million.
The unseasonable warm stretch of weather continues Wednesday as temperatures could break records for parts of New York.
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.
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.
The unseasonable warm stretch of weather continues Wednesday as temperatures could break records for parts of New York.
Ashly Robinson, an influencer who went by Ashlee Jenae online, died on a trip with her fiancé in Zanzibar. Now, her family is searching for answers.
A report in "The Athletic" says NJ Transit is considering charging more than $100 for round-trip tickets from New York Penn Station to MetLife Stadium for World Cup games.
A freight train derailment in North Bergen, New Jersey, shut down Route 3 for hours Tuesday.
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.
The unseasonable warm stretch of weather continues Wednesday as temperatures could break records for parts of New York.
Three lawsuits have been filed in New York and New Jersey after recalled barbeque grill brushes allegedly caused injuries.
There are some workforce worries at Long Island farm stands and wineries after ICE agents were recently spotted in East End towns.
Fire departments across New York are opening their doors this weekend in a bid to attract sorely needed new volunteers.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani proposed a pied-à-terre tax on second homes in New York City that are worth more than $5 million.
President Trump has sparked a religious uproar with his attacks on Pope Leo XIV. On Tuesday, New York Archbishop Ronald Hicks chimed in.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are gearing up for a big summer. Major events include the 2026 FIFA World Cup and America's 250th birthday celebration. In New York City, police say they're prepared to keep everyone safe.
U.S. Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum is urging New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to rethink her overall energy policy.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani went to La Marqueta in East Harlem Tuesday to further discuss his plans for a city-run grocery stores.
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.
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.
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.
World Series MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto and rookie Nolan McLean dueled through seven innings before the Los Angeles Dodgers edged the New York Mets 2-1.
The Los Angeles Angels beat the New York Yankees 7-1 on Tuesday night.
The Boston Bruins clinched the top wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference with a 4-0 win over the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday night.
The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the New York Islanders 2-1 on Tuesday night.
A report in "The Athletic" says NJ Transit is considering charging more than $100 for round-trip tickets from New York Penn Station to MetLife Stadium for World Cup games.
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.
These kids from Brooklyn are playing tennis in their school hallways, cafeterias and auditoriums, to make the most of limited space and resources.
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.
A firefighter fell through the roof while battling a fire in Edison, N.J.
The work has been continuing to upright several freight train cars that derailed in North Bergen, N.J. Tuesday.
A 12-year-old had to run to get out of the way of a driver who passed the bus on the right. Surveillance video caught the in upstate New York on camera.
A boil water advisory is in effect for South Brunswick a day after two water main breaks until repairs are completed.
The New York governor said a new report finds nine out of 10 parents are still having child care disruptions, affecting their ability to work.
