Long Island's Crescent Beach reopens after 17 years
Glen Cove's hidden gem has been closed for nearly two decades, but it's finally reopening thanks to hard work from the community.
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Glen Cove's hidden gem has been closed for nearly two decades, but it's finally reopening thanks to hard work from the community.
It took the hard work of a community to reopen Crescent Beach. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Workers on the largest commuter rail system in the nation are just hours away from going on strike. CBS News New York's Doug Williams, Carolyn Gusoff and Ali Bauman have team coverage.
Temperatures are reaching into the 70s and the 80s across the Tri-State Area on Saturday and Sunday. CBS News New York's John Elliott has the forecast.
All westbound lanes have reopened near Exit 49 on the LIE after a large sinkhole partially swallowed a car.
A huge sinkhole opened up on the LIE Thursday, with crews still working to fill it with sand. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
There are major delays and cancellations for LIRR riders as crews work to repair tracks inside the East River Tunnel after a fire. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
It's a cool morning with partly cloudy skies that will last all day. The clouds will disappear for the weekend where the Tri-State Area will see warm weather with highs in the 70s and 80s. CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the forecast.
The art exhibit features colorful nature sculptures made entirely out of LEGO bricks.
The wide sinkhole swallowed up part of the entire lane on the LIE in Melville. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
An electrical fire in Penn Station's East River Tunnel suspended Long Island Rail Road trains and diverted service to Grand Central Madison. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer and Naveen Dhaliwal report.
There's still some unsettled weather in the mix before a big warmup this weekend, but we're steering clear of a First Alert Weather Day. CBS News New York's John Elliott has the forecast.
LIRR riders should expect delays and cancellations after a fire erupted at New York City's Penn Station on Thursday afternoon.
The MTA and unions representing Long Island Rail Road workers are still in disagreement over the fourth year of a contract. Thousands of union members say they will walk off the job Saturday if the MTA doesn't agree to a salary increase.
It's a mostly cloudy day with a few showers around, but a really warm weekend is on the way. CBS News New York Meteorologist Tony Sadiku has the forecast.
At least one shot was fired in Port Washington during a police pursuit Wednesday, police sources tell CBS News New York.
It's a mostly cloudy but dry day for New York, but showers are expected late Wedesday night into Thursday. CBS News New York Meteorologist John Elliott has the forecast.
The MTA and unions representing LIRR workers are resuming contract negotiations as they hope to avoid a strike that could impact hundreds of thousands of riders.
Long Island Rail Road riders are bracing for a possible strike that could happen as soon as Saturday. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
A secret group of agents on Long Island used forms of espionage to inform the Americans about what the British were up to. CBS News New York's Mary Calvi reports.
It's going to be a cloudy day but warm with highs around 70 degrees. The rain returns late tonight. CBS News New York Meteorologist Tony Sadiku has the forecast.
"McMansions" are now banned in the Long Island town of Levittown, America's first suburb. The decision was made following heated hearings that took place over multiple meetings.
The Hempstead Town Board voted unanimously to reduce the size of houses that can be built. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan has more on the new zoning code in America's first suburb.
It's a terrific Tuesday with highs in the mid 60s for New York City. Showers could return Wednesday. CBS News New York Meteorologist Tony Sadiku has the forecast.
Steven Schwally, accused of drunkenly ramming his car into the Long Island nail salon and killing four people, appeared in court for opening statements. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
With their 2-1 win over the Padres on Monday night, the Mets have now won 10 of 13.
Residents in Keyport, New Jersey, have been saying for months they fear a cancer cluster in their community that sits near a former landfill and aircraft hub.
There was a pair of protests Monday in Jersey City, New Jersey, including one against Mayor James Solomon's proposed 15.5% tax hike due to a deficit he blames on the past administration.
Mount Vernon Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard is sharing her gratitude after surviving two life-threatening health challenges.
An American Airlines flight from New York blew out two tires while landing in Chicago at O'Hare International Airport on Monday afternoon.
Mount Vernon Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard is sharing her gratitude after surviving two life-threatening health challenges.
The historic Art Deco bathhouse at Jacob Riis Park is getting a new life as the Rockaway Ocean Club. But as the long-dormant building reopens, some locals are questioning who will have access to its amenities.
Luigi Mangione's New York state trial on second-degree murder charges is being delayed.
Elected officials and Islamic leaders on Long Island gathered Monday to condemn an act of hate that took place over the weekend.
A teen was stabbed at around 2 a.m. at a New York City McDonald's located on Eighth Avenue between 34th and 35th streets.
Rainy weather returns to the New York City area Sunday, bringing with it the threat of flooding.
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.
Residents in Keyport, New Jersey, have been saying for months they fear a cancer cluster in their community that sits near a former landfill and aircraft hub.
There was a pair of protests Monday in Jersey City, New Jersey, including one against Mayor James Solomon's proposed 15.5% tax hike due to a deficit he blames on the past administration.
Amtrak is reopening part of the 116-year-old East River Tunnel that underwent major renovations after being damaged by Hurricane Sandy in 2012.
Rainy weather returns to the New York City area Sunday, bringing with it the threat of flooding.
A Newark Police sergeant in an unmarked SUV was following a driver who then fatally struck a teenage pedestrian, officials say.
There was a gathering Monday in the Long Island town of Shirley to denounce the words of hate scrawled on a banner. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff has the story.
Elected officials and Islamic leaders on Long Island gathered Monday to condemn an act of hate that took place over the weekend.
Elected officials and Islamic leaders on Long Island gathered Monday to condemn an act of hate that took place over the weekend. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
A double shooting in Hempstead has been ruled a murder-suicide, Nassau County Police say.
The third annual Black Wall Street Festival was held Saturday afternoon in Hempstead.
There was a pair of protests Monday in Jersey City, New Jersey, including one against Mayor James Solomon's proposed 15.5% tax hike due to a deficit he blames on the past administration.
Randy Mastro, a former federal prosecutor who has held high City Hall posts in two administrations, is raising the issue of open primaries, where all registered voters can participate regardless of party affiliation.
Americans think more young people in office would make politics better.
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 USS George Washington aircraft carrier departed Vietnam last week and is headed to the Middle East to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln, according to a U.S. official.
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.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
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.
With their 2-1 win over the Padres on Monday night, the Mets have now won 10 of 13.
Bruno Damiani scored his first two goals of the season, and the Philadelphia Union rallied from two goals down to beat New York City FC 3-2 on Sunday night at Yankee Stadium.
Christian Scott pitched into the seventh inning and Luis Torrens hit a two-run homer Sunday, helping the surging Mets to a 4-3 win over the Nationals and a three-game series sweep.
Ben Rice hit a tiebreaking home run in the 10th inning and the Yankees beat the Blue Jays 4-3 on Sunday to avoid a three-game sweep.
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
The historic Art Deco bathhouse at Jacob Riis Park is getting a new life as the Rockaway Ocean Club. But as the long-dormant building reopens, some locals are questioning who will have access to its amenities.
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.
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.
In this edition of Snapshot New York, CBS News New York's Steve Overmyer profiles Connie Carberg, someone who's been watching football a little differently for a long time.
There was a gathering Monday in the Long Island town of Shirley to denounce the words of hate scrawled on a banner. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff has the story.
However, the situation should improve dramatically on Tuesday and Wednesday. CBS News New York's Scott Padgett has the story.
Police are calling the attack on the 19-year-old largely unprovoked. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer has the latest.
On Monday, the state's Department of Environmental Protection started the process to collect samples in the area. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
