Driver pulled from water after car plunges into Patchogue Bay
Police said Nestor Riosarvealo, 33, was driving on South Ocean Avenue when the car went off Mascot Dock.
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Police said Nestor Riosarvealo, 33, was driving on South Ocean Avenue when the car went off Mascot Dock.
Health officials blamed a Missouri man's death on Vibrio vulnificus bacteria, which thrives in warmer water, after he ate a raw oyster, CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports.
Wildlife crews carefully moved the osprey to a safer perch and hoped the birds would enjoy their new digs. They did. CBS2's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Anthony Masaitis was definitely in the right place at the right time and made a heroic rescue.
Anthony Masaitis was definitely in the right place at the right time and made a heroic rescue on Long Island, CBS2's Jennifer McLogan reports. Read more here
There are now concerns in our own backyard as two race horses died at Belmont Park over the weekend, just after the famed Belmont Stakes. CBS2's Jennifer McLogan reports. Read more here
CBS2 is bringing you a weeklong series on water safety and solutions to prevent summer tragedies. Today, we focus on ways to keep kids safe at the pool, especially young children. CBS2's John Dias has the story.
CBS2's Carolyn Gusoff got a behind-the-scenes look at volunteers' work to preserve this fascinating Long Island history.
A second horse has died after racing at Belmont Park, the second fatality in 24 hours after the Belmont Stakes. Read more here
Wildfire smoke in the New York City area is clearing out just in time for several big events, including one of the biggest horse races of the year, CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
A judge granted a request from media organizations to reveal their identities, but gave Santos time to appeal.
New York City throws one of the biggest Pride celebrations in the world, but a growing number of suburbs are having their own events. CBS2's John Dias has a roundup.
Last summer, lifeguards started at $18 per hour, but now it's $22, with promised raises after two years of 5-30%.
Long Island's popular beaches are hoping to avoid a lifeguard shortage this summer -- something that's being felt across the country. CBS2's Jennifer McLogan reports they're hoping to lure teens and older adults who love to swim.
On Long Island, students are involved in a unique Normandy history challenge influenced by a remarkable 97-year-old veteran. CBS2's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Dawn Nappi's daughter died 15 years ago when a driver ran a red light with his license suspended seven times
A Long Island mother who never gave up the fight for a law in her daughter's memory is approaching the finish line. CBS2's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Dream Theater is one of the biggest bands in progressive rock music, and it was formed by a group of musicians from Long Island. Guitarist John Petrucci spoke with CBS2's Chris Wragge in this extended interview.
The GRAMMY Award-winning group is slated to play at the Theater at MSG later this month. Guitarist John Petrucci spoke with Chris Wragge about 30+ years of music, winning a Grammy, and life on Long Island.
She recently sat down with CBS2's Mary Calvi to talk about how Long Island is essential to the novel, "The Audrey Hepburn Estate."
The embattled Republican says he'd rather go to jail than reveal who helped him out. CBS2's Kristine Johnson reports.
Investigators say the pilot and three passengers were killed and the plane was destroyed. Its path over Washington D.C. prompted the military to scramble several fighter jets. CBS2's Dick Brennan has the latest.
George Fletcher oversees LIRR timetables and train capacities, but "The Price is Right" is his true passion, CBS2's Ali Bauman reports.
Tick-borne diseases on the East Coast are on the rise amid a push for more federal funds to combat the problem. CBS2's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
The plane's path over Washington, D.C. prompted the military to scramble fighter jets, CBS2's Tim McNicholas reports.
Riders on NJ Transit should expect delays as wire issues suspended two lines in and out of Penn Station on Monday. An engineer was hurt after a piece of debris from overhead wire infrastructure hit a train.
Construction on the $16 billion Gateway Tunnel Project remained paused Monday morning despite a federal judge temporarily blocking the freezing of funds by the Trump administration.
The longest and largest nurses strike in New York City history is set to end after over three weeks.
Eighteen people have died as of Monday during the brutal cold weather in New York City, said Mayor Zohran Mamdani. The mayor announced efforts to expand access to shelters and warming centers.
The official DHS statistics, which had not been previously reported, provide the most detailed look yet into who ICE has arrested during the Trump administration's crackdown.
Riders on NJ Transit should expect delays as wire issues suspended two lines in and out of Penn Station on Monday. An engineer was hurt after a piece of debris from overhead wire infrastructure hit a train.
Construction on the $16 billion Gateway Tunnel Project remained paused Monday morning despite a federal judge temporarily blocking the freezing of funds by the Trump administration.
The longest and largest nurses strike in New York City history is set to end after over three weeks.
Eighteen people have died as of Monday during the brutal cold weather in New York City, said Mayor Zohran Mamdani. The mayor announced efforts to expand access to shelters and warming centers.
Archbishop Ronald Hicks received a warm welcome from the faithful in the pews at St. Patrick's Cathedral as he presided over his first Mass Sunday.
A Cold Weather Advisory is in place through 10 a.m. on Monday for the entire Tri-State Area. As a result, a First Alert Weather Day will be in play for at least part of the day.
A Connecticut man was arrested after allegedly driving drunk in the Bronx and hitting pedestrians on a sidewalk Friday.
Parts of New York and Connecticut could see snow Friday into Saturday. A First Alert Weather Day is in effect for the weekend due to dangerously cold temperatures.
Bundle up — New York City and the Tri-State Area's stretch of dangerously cold weather continues, and it's sticking around longer than anyone would like.
New York, New Jersey and Connecticut were pivotal during America's birth. This year, as the nation celebrates its 250th birthday, CBS News New York is highlighting the hidden history in our own back yard.
Riders on NJ Transit should expect delays as wire issues suspended two lines in and out of Penn Station on Monday. An engineer was hurt after a piece of debris from overhead wire infrastructure hit a train.
Construction on the $16 billion Gateway Tunnel Project remained paused Monday morning despite a federal judge temporarily blocking the freezing of funds by the Trump administration.
A Cold Weather Advisory is in place through 10 a.m. on Monday for the entire Tri-State Area. As a result, a First Alert Weather Day will be in play for at least part of the day.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are preparing for what is expected to be the coldest weather of the season so far this weekend.
The Democratic primary race for the Congressional seat vacated by Gov. Mikie Sherrill is too close to call.
A Cold Weather Advisory is in place through 10 a.m. on Monday for the entire Tri-State Area. As a result, a First Alert Weather Day will be in play for at least part of the day.
A Long Island man accused of driving drunk and killing a Nassau County police officer appeared in court Friday. Matthew Smith entered a not guilty plea.
The entire Tri-State Area will be under an Extreme Cold Warning as dangerously cold temperatures settle in, along with some snow.
The goal is to get patients drunk and high at a new research lab on the border of Nassau County and Queens.
The Patchogue-Medford School District said in a letter that the Suffolk County Department of Health alerted them about an infectious person in the school community.
Construction on the $16 billion Gateway Tunnel Project remained paused Monday morning despite a federal judge temporarily blocking the freezing of funds by the Trump administration.
The official DHS statistics, which had not been previously reported, provide the most detailed look yet into who ICE has arrested during the Trump administration's crackdown.
President Trump criticized Team USA freestyle skier Hunter Hess after he and other American athletes at the 2026 Winter Olympics shared their thoughts on U.S. politics.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued an executive order he says will protect New Yorkers from "abusive immigration enforcement" by the Trump administration.
The longest and largest nurses strike in New York City history is set to end after over three weeks.
Mount Sinai Health System and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield failed to reach a contract agreement by Dec. 31, which means about 9,000 physicians are no longer considered in-network.
Brooklyn's Green-Wood Cemetery is set to become the first on the East Coast to offer human composting.
The goal is to get patients drunk and high at a new research lab on the border of Nassau County and Queens.
The Patchogue-Medford School District said in a letter that the Suffolk County Department of Health alerted them about an infectious person in the school community.
The 31-year-old Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny took the stage on Sunday dressed in all white, donning a jersey with his last name, Ocasio, and the number 64.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Two-for-one tickets are returning for New York City's Off-Broadway Week.
The sheriff says the note was sent to a local Arizona news station, which agreed not to report on it, following the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie.
The 31-year-old Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny took the stage on Sunday dressed in all white, donning a jersey with his last name, Ocasio, and the number 64.
Team USA defended its Olympic figure skating team event gold medal on Sunday after Ilia "Quad God" ushered the team to victory at the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
The Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots Sunday to win the 2026 Super Bowl.
NYU stands alone atop the NCAA Division III women's basketball record book with 82 consecutive victories.
Jalen Brunson scored 31 points and Josh Hart added 19 to help the New York Knicks beat the cold-shooting Boston Celtics 111-89 on Sunday.
After their building managers were arrested on fraud charges, tenants in Queens say their apartments were left in chaos.
Harlem's Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture centennial anniversary began last year, and 2026 marks 100 years since the library became owner of its namesake's personal collection, making it a full-fledged research center.
Brooklyn's Green-Wood Cemetery is set to become the first on the East Coast to offer human composting.
Dozens of middle school girls celebrated National Girls and Women in Sports Day at the Brooklyn Basketball Training Center on Wednesday.
A group of senior dancers aged 70 and up shine on stage at the Korean Community Services' center in Queens. They practice in Flushing twice a week and perform at events citywide.
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.
Riders on NJ Transit should expect delays as wire issues suspended services in and out of Penn Station on Monday morning.
Fermento NYC on Varick Street is giving away free pizza to the first 50 customers, starting at 11 a.m., to celebrate National Pizza Day.
Firefighters said one person was hospitalized in critical condition after a fire started in a Washington Heights building.
Investigators are continuing to search for Nancy Guthrie after she disappeared from her Tucson home more than a week ago. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Hundreds of Con Ed customers had to brave the frigid temperatures without heat because of the power outage in Brooklyn.
