3 Dead In Apparent Murder-Suicide In Harlem, Suspect Possibly Started Apartment Fire
Police say all three lived in the building, but it's still not clear what the relationship was between the victims.
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Police say all three lived in the building, but it's still not clear what the relationship was between the victims.
Police said the woman was trying to find a friend's house in Queens shortly before 1 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 6, when she got off the subway at 50th Street and Broadway and asked a stranger for directions.
Police said it happened at what they're calling an illegal gambling club.
A big reason for the change is the number of traffic deaths in the area, especially over the last few years.
The 65-year-old man was discovered around 3:40 a.m. near the intersection of Rockaway Boulevard and Brookville Boulevard in Rosedale.
Investigators said the victims, women ages 26 and 50, were in the wrong place at the wrong time.
There was commotion in Times Square on Sunday morning. A popular hotel was evacuated, after a nearby building caught fire.
The November 2018 fire claimed the life of a 75-year-old man.
Across the area, people are trying to get in a final dose of summer fun before fall begins on Monday.
Police said the victim had been saving up to buy a tombstone for her late husband.
A new study shows a flavoring ingredient that can potentially cause cancer is found in high levels of e-cigarette liquids and smokeless tobacco products.
Enzo Farachio lived just over a mile from the scene and would have celebrated his 11th birthday later this month.
On Sunday in Queens, a group of young surfers remembered a hero firefighter. CBS2's Marc Liverman got a first-hand look at how they paid tribute to Richie Allen.
Red warning flags that lined the Jersey Shore, Rockaway Beach and other local ocean spots are coming down as dangerously high winds and massive waves leave the area for Canada.
The worst of the wind and rain is over, but don't let that fool you. Dangerous rip currents and rough surf remain.
It's the third attack on Orthodox men in Brooklyn in less than a week, according to police.
More than 100 electric and line workers were expected to leave from Clifton, New Jersey, early Saturday morning.
Suffolk County Police said it happened just before 9:30 p.m. in Port Jefferson Station.
A sea of supportive cyclists rallied Sunday at Bartel-Pritchard Square next to Prospect Park to honor a cyclist who was killed earlier this month.
A Hillside Police officer was pursuing a Nissan Altima around 2:30 a.m. when the driver of the Nissan crashed into a Ford Mustang.
An investigation is underway after a man was killed in a Manhattan apartment building elevator after it malfunctioned earlier Thursday.
Police are searching for a group of package thieves. They were caught on camera tearing through boxes in a Brooklyn building.
A family came dangerously close to being hurt or even killed, when a dump truck plowed into their house early Wednesday morning.
Police said the suspect approached from behind and said "I know you." He allegedly drop-kicked the victim to the ground and then ran off.
The city says it will continue to offer free water testing to impacted homeowners.
A fast-moving fire led to a collapse in Flushing, Queens Monday.
The Jets will receive a 2027 sixth-round draft pick from the Chiefs and pick up $7 million of Fields' guaranteed $10 million salary.
The top 16 seeds in the 68-team women's NCAA field will host first- and second-round games, with the regional rounds being played at two neutral sites for the fourth straight year.
New Jersey's new Portal North Bridge opened for NJ Transit on Monday, marking a milestone for commuters after weeks of disruptions.
Iran war could escalate further as Trump threatens to hit key oil infrastructure if Tehran doesn't drop its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz.
A fast-moving fire led to a collapse in Flushing, Queens Monday.
Ten people and six vehicles were involved in the fatal accident on Long Island, according to New York State Police. Two people in their 80s were killed.
A Harlem school is teaching students how to love, honor and care for their natural hair.
Families were forced to jump from windows Sunday as flames burned through a three-story home in Canarsie, Brooklyn.
A tornado watch has been issued for several New Jersey counties and a wind advisory along with periods of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms are in store.
A tornado watch has been issued for several New Jersey counties and a wind advisory along with periods of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms are in store.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
Periods of rain will move through the New York area Thursday, but spring temperatures are on the way for the weekend.
New Jersey's new Portal North Bridge opened for NJ Transit on Monday, marking a milestone for commuters after weeks of disruptions.
A tornado watch has been issued for several New Jersey counties and a wind advisory along with periods of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms are in store.
Four people, including two teens and two construction workers, were hurt in a house explosion in Newark, New Jersey, on Saturday.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
Ten people and six vehicles were involved in the fatal accident on Long Island, according to New York State Police. Two people in their 80s were killed.
St. John's, Hofstra and LIU are playing in the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament as March Madness gets in full swing.
Prosecutors said Matthew Smith fended off efforts to hand over his car keys before the crash that killed Nassau County police officer Patricia Espinosa.
A Manorville breeder was charged with animal neglect after dogs and puppies were allegedly left alone in poor conditions as a blizzard struck New York.
A father and son died in an overnight fire on Long Island. Kenneth Roberts, 42, and his son Mekhi, 12, were trapped in intense smoke inside a basement apartment.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an executive order Friday establishing the first-ever Mayor's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani denounced Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville's anti-Muslim social media post during a Ramadan event.
The war, which shows no signs of ending soon, has disrupted oil exports from the region, driven fuel prices far higher worldwide and upended global air travel.
A New Jersey toddler's death after falling more than 20 stories has prompted new legislation designed to ensure windows are properly guarded in apartment buildings across the state.
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.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
A new study shows toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS may be entering the food chain on Long Island through contaminated soil, water and air.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
Legendary New York City television news anchor Ernie Anastos has died. His wife says he died early Thursday morning of pneumonia.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
The Jets will receive a 2027 sixth-round draft pick from the Chiefs and pick up $7 million of Fields' guaranteed $10 million salary.
The top 16 seeds in the 68-team women's NCAA field will host first- and second-round games, with the regional rounds being played at two neutral sites for the fourth straight year.
The Knicks rallied from a 21-point deficit against a patchwork Golden State lineup to beat the Warriors 110-107 on Sunday night.
St. John's, Hofstra and LIU are playing in the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament as March Madness gets in full swing.
Nicolas Fernández scored twice in the first half and Talles Magno scored late in the second to propel New York City FC to a 3-1 victory over the Colorado Rapids at Yankee Stadium on Saturday night.
A Harlem school is teaching students how to love, honor and care for their natural hair.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
Neighbors and local businesses in Long Island City, Queens, say rental trucks parked on streets are impacting daily operations.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
Manhattan historians recently discovered a link to the Underground Railroad at the Merchant's House Museum.
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.
Newark-native Michael B. Jordon ran over to Nischelle Turner and Kevin Frazier right before the show, before taking home the Academy Award for Best Actor.
Tony Sadiku has the Tri-State Area's updated Monday afternoon First Alert Forecast on CBS News New York.
New Jersey's new Portal North Bridge officially opened Monday, marking a major milestone for commuters restoring normal NJ Transit routes after commuters dealt with disruptions for weeks.
TSA employees missed their first full paycheck due to the partial government shutdown.
President Trump also said Iran wants to discuss ending the war, but Iranian officials said that's not true. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
