Crash damages LIRR tracks overnight in Suffolk County
Trains were suspended between Farmingdale and Ronkonkoma, as crews worked to repair the damaged section of rails. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has the latest update.
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Trains were suspended between Farmingdale and Ronkonkoma, as crews worked to repair the damaged section of rails. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has the latest update.
Republican lawmakers from Long Island are calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul to end her support for congestion pricing. CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
On Dec. 7, 1993, a gunman opened fire on the Long Island Rail Road 5:33 p.m. train. Six people were killed.
Thirty years ago, a gunman opened fire on a Long Island Rail Road car, turning the evening commute into a massacre on Dec. 7, 1993. Three decades later, the nation grapples with mass shootings on a regular basis. It's the subject of a new CBS New York documentary, "The 5:33 - Legacy of the LIRR Massacre," produced by Carolyn Gusoff, who covered the shooting at the time. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3GxMJcF
The MTA says it's working to ease your ride this season by testing equipment well before the first snowflakes start falling.
Winter arrives in just a few short weeks, and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority says it's already testing new equipment to be ready. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has the story.
Carolyn McCarthy's husband Dennis was killed and son Kevin seriously injured when Colin Ferguson opened fire on the Long Island Rail Road 30 years ago. The tragic shooting forever altered her life, prompting to her run for Congress. She spoke extensively with CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff for her documentary "The 5:33 - Legacy of the LIRR Massacre."
Civil rights attorney Ronald Kuby and his late partner William Kunstler were Colin Ferguson's pre-trial lawyer. Kuby spoke CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff for her documentary "The 5:33 - Legacy of the LIRR Massacre."
Delton Dove was the foreman of the jury that decided Colin Ferguson's fate. He spoke for the first time about his experience with CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff for her documentary "The 5:33 - Legacy of the LIRR Massacre."
Frank Barker was shot five times during Colin Ferguson's rampage on a Long Island Rail Road train car nearly 30 years ago. He spoke extensively with CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff as part of her documentary "The 5:33 - Legacy of the LIRR Massacre."
Mi Won Kim's sister Mi Kyung Kim was murdered in Colin Ferguson's rampage aboard a Long Island Rail Road train nearly 30 years ago. She spoke with CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff for our documentary "The 5:33 - Legacy of the LIRR Massacre."
Next week marks 30 years since one of the nation's first public mass shootings, and it happened on a Long Island Rail Road train. Gusoff was one of the reporters there that night, 30 years ago at the Merillon Avenue train station in Garden City. The suburban community was shattered by what was then unthinkable.
CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan was the first reporter on the scene after Colin Ferguson opened fire on an LIRR train. She worked with our own Carolyn Gusoff on a documentary about the tragic event that took place almost 30 years ago.
Take a look back at some of our coverage of the LIRR massacre and its aftermath, from the time of the original incident, through Colin Ferguson's trial, and more.
The Long Island Rail Road massacre happened 30 years ago next week. This Friday, CBS New York will premiere an hourlong documentary looking back at the tragedy that killed six people and injured 19 others. CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff, who directed the documentary, spoke about it with Chris Wragge.
Long before we knew the names Uvalde, Pulse Nightclub, Parkland, and Sandy Hook, the nation was stunned and horrified by the Long Island Rail Road massacre. Watch the trailer for our special documentary, airing Friday, Dec. 1, at 8 p.m. on CBS News New York.
The MTA says the new wireless network covers about 30 miles.
Travelers on the Long Island Rail Road may notice better cell service. The MTA says it upgraded wireless connectivity at Grand Central Madison and its tunnels. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3Rag82R
The LIRR appears to be inching closer to its goal of having 60% of commuters utilize Penn Station, while 40% travel through the new terminal.
This past February, the MTA made its biggest schedule change to the LIRR in its history, by opening the $11 billion terminal. CBS New York's John Dias checks in on how it's going.
CEO Janno Lieber sounded a call about the need to repair an aging $1.5 trillion system over the next 20 years.
The agency said Wednesday that without an infusion of billions of dollars, there's a good chance the agency's aging infrastructure could begin to crumble. CBS New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
Transit officials released a report Wednesday outlining the agency's needs for the next 20 years, by which time it's possible 1 million additional commuters will be taking trains and buses. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
The MTA said some Metro-North and subway service has been restored Friday evening after major flooding across New York City.
Rinaldi also serves as president of Metro-North Railroad and will remain in that role.
The Toronto Blue Jays beat the New York Yankees 3-1 on Friday night.
It's the final weekend for New Yorkers in Manhattan to enjoy a car-free Saturday for New York City Summer Streets.
Rookie Cade Klubnik led the New York Jets to scores on his two drives in a 24-16 preseason loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Francisco Lindor and Jared Young homered Friday night, powering the Mets to a 4-1 win over the Nationals.
A man is facing hate crime charges after a frightening disruption during Shabbat services at a prominent Manhattan synagogue Friday.
It's the final weekend for New Yorkers in Manhattan to enjoy a car-free Saturday for New York City Summer Streets.
A man is facing hate crime charges after a frightening disruption during Shabbat services at a prominent Manhattan synagogue Friday.
New York City officials say they're staying ahead of what's expected to be a teen takeover this Sunday in Inwood.
Two more deaths have been reported in connection to the Legionnaires' disease cluster on the Upper East Side, health officials said Friday.
Luigi Mangione entered a guilty plea in his federal case at a court appearance in Manhattan Friday morning.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is heading to the Little League World Series after beating Darien, Connecticut, in the Metro Region Tournament on Friday.
We're in great shape on this Friday as we gear up for another weekend.
The potential for severe storms and downpours returns to the Tri-State Area Monday as sweltering temperatures continue.
Monday will be a First Alert Weather Day due to the possibility of afternoon and evening thunderstorms and high heat indices near 100 degrees.
The New York area will get some brief relief Sunday from the humid weather.
A New Jersey man is the 46th person to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in a wheelchair.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is heading to the Little League World Series after beating Darien, Connecticut, in the Metro Region Tournament on Friday.
Even bald eagles can use some help from the boys in blue.
We're in great shape on this Friday as we gear up for another weekend.
Rey Grabato II is wanted by the FBI for allegedly scamming hundreds of New Jersey investors out of millions.
A new Long Island business owned by former reality TV star Bethenny Frankel was issued a stop work order hours after its grand opening Thursday.
Old Westbury Police responded to a report of a loose horse along the LIE service road Friday afternoon.
A deadly double shooting inside a Long Island home has been ruled a murder-suicide.
Jones Beach is back open for swimmers after it was prohibited due to elevated bacterial levels. The rare shutdown took place from Thursday afternoon through midday Friday. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Jones Beach is back open for swimmers after it was prohibited due to elevated bacterial levels. The rare shutdown took place from Thursday afternoon through midday Friday.
President Trump headed to Long Island Friday to campaign with Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, whom he has endorsed for governor of New York.
The Kennedy Center's board of trustees voted to add President Trump's name to the facade of the performing arts center, more than two months after a judge ordered its removal, according to a Democrat who sits on the center's board.
Tehran has asserted that the Strait of Hormuz is "under Iran's control and management" after President Trump said the U.S. might "keep it."
A string of cyberattacks on water systems across the nation, including in New Jersey, has put many local towns on edge.
President Trump secretly moved from Air Force One to another plane within a day of U.S. and Turkish intelligence picking up on an Iranian plot to fire a missile at the jet, CBS News has learned.
Two more deaths have been reported in connection to the Legionnaires' disease cluster on the Upper East Side, health officials said Friday.
Jones Beach is back open for swimmers after it was prohibited due to elevated bacterial levels. The rare shutdown took place from Thursday afternoon through midday Friday.
New Yorkers who buy their own health insurance could pay more as insurers file requests with the State Department of Financial Services to increase premiums.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The New York Hotel and Gaming Trades Council claims The High Line Hotel tested positive for Legionella bacteria twice this summer.
The lineup for the 2026 Global Citizen Festival in New York City was announced Thursday.
Latin music stars Marc Anthony, Feid, and others are set to perform at a benefit concert in Miami on August 16.
Actor and comedian Bowen Yang will portray Mary Todd Lincoln in Broadway's "Oh, Mary!" for a limited 12-week run starting in September.
Designer John Galliano is known for his theatrical and dramatic designs, but his legacy is also marked by antisemitic and racist comments.
"The Sopranos" actor Vincent Pastore is being remembered as a fixture in his Bronx community.
The Toronto Blue Jays beat the New York Yankees 3-1 on Friday night.
Rookie Cade Klubnik led the New York Jets to scores on his two drives in a 24-16 preseason loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Francisco Lindor and Jared Young homered Friday night, powering the Mets to a 4-1 win over the Nationals.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is heading to the Little League World Series after beating Darien, Connecticut, in the Metro Region Tournament on Friday.
A piece of New York City sports history sold for tens of thousands of dollars at auction.
Some residents of a Queens building say a temporary boiler truck parked outside has become a nearly two-year fixture, emitting smoke they say drifts into their homes.
Harlem Week 2026 brings past and present Harlemites together to honor the neighborhood's legacy.
Parents in Harlem say their children's walk to summer camp is littered with trash, illegal dumping and a growing encampment.
A specialized program from God's Love We Deliver is serving nearly 400 veterans with medically tailored meals, while helping combat isolation and ease the challenges of life after military service.
The Newtown Creek Alliance community science project gives students hands-on experience monitoring the health of one of the most polluted waterways in the U.S.
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.
Geno Smith didn't play in the Jets' preseason opener, but that gave a rookie a chance to make a first impression under the lights. CBS News New York's Steve Overmyer reports.
A guilty plea to federal charges from Luigi Mangione now sets up a high-stakes courtroom conflict. Will state murder charges proceed to trial, or will they be dismissed? CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
A new Long Island business owned by former reality TV star Bethenny Frankel was issued a stop work order hours after its grand opening Thursday.
A man is facing hate crime charges after a frightening disruption during Shabbat services at a prominent Manhattan synagogue Friday. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
Old Westbury Police responded to a report of a loose horse along the LIE service road Friday afternoon.
