Rep. Tom Suozzi determined to be bipartisan champion in Washington
"The people are sick and tired of the finger pointing and the petty, partisan bickering," Suozzi said. "They want us to work together."
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"The people are sick and tired of the finger pointing and the petty, partisan bickering," Suozzi said. "They want us to work together."
There's a tug-of-war in Albany over the mayor's control of New York City schools. Plus, how Tom Suozzi's win and Taylor Swift could impact the 2024 races.
Tom Suozzi defeated Republican Mazi Pilip in the race for the seat left vacant by Republican George Santos.
Voters have decided in the special election in New York's Third Congressional District. Democrat Tom Suozzi is going back to Congress after defeating Republican Mazi Pilip for the seat once held by George Santos. CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/49ftrWb
Voters decided in a closely watched special election in New York on Tuesday, and now a key congressional district covering parts of Nassau County and Queens is once again in Democratic control. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook takes a look at the results.
Joining us to break down what it means is Lawrence Levy, executive dean of the National Center for Suburban Studies at Hofstra University.
The candidates were vying for the House seat left vacant by expelled Congressman George Santos. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has a closer look at the race and its results.
CBS New York political reporter Marcia Kramer puts the contest in perspective as Republican's hold a razor-thin majority in the House of Representatives.
Suozzi defeated Republican Mazi Pilip, who conceded Tuesday, to retake a seat he previously held for three terms.
Pilip promised to continue fighting for her campaign promises despite losing the special election.
Pilip promised to continue fighting for her campaign promises despite losing the special election. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Republican Mazi Pilip addressed her supporters and conceded to Democrat Tom Suozzi in the race to replace George Santos.
Democrat Tom Suozzi addressed his supporters after his projected win over Republican Mazi Pilip in the race to replace George Santos.
Mazi Pilip and Tom Suozzi are facing off in the race to replace George Santos.
Political strategist Larry Levy joined CBS New York to discuss the battle between Democrat Tom Suozzi and Republican Mazi Pilip as they gun for George Santos' vacated seat.
The Suozzi and Pilip campaigns are saying the special election to replace George Santos could come down to absentee ballots. CBS New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
Republican Mazi Pilip, the Nassau County legislator hoping to defeat Democrat Tom Suozzi, emerged with her GOP entourage at her campaign headquarters in Eisenhower Park. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
The veteran Democratic lawmaker continued his attacks on Republican opponent Mazi Pilip on Tuesday. CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
The campaigns for candidates Tom Suozzi and Masi Pilip told CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram they are offering free rides to polling sites for anyone who needs one.
Mazi Pilip and Tom Suozzi are facing off in the race to replace former Rep. George Santos.
Residents in Queens and Long Island have been waiting for months to replace expelled George Santos. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Democrat Tom Suozzi and Republican Mazi Pilip are vying for the seat representing parts of Nassau County and Queens.
Democrat Tom Suozzi and Republican Mazi Pilip are vying for the seat representing parts of Nassau County and Queens. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
The special election to replace ex-Rep. George Santos has turned into a big bucks slugfest between Democrat Tom Suozzi and Republican Mazi Pilip on the national stage. It's a race within a race, because there's much more at stake.
Democrat Tom Suozzi and Republican Mazi Pilip cast their ballots in the race to replace expelled Congressman George Santos on Friday. Both are hoping to win over undecided voters.
The union representing NYU full-time contract faculty say they will begin picketing Monday morning if a deal isn't reached.
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Brady Tkachuk scored with 11.1 seconds left to give the Senators a 3-2 victory over the Islanders on Thursday night.
The Blue Jackets beat the Rangers 6-3 on Thursday night, keeping alive hopes for their first playoff berth since the 2019-20 season.
A New York City high school student who was detained by ICE and spent nearly a year in a detention center is finally home.
Last year, electricity rates in New Jersey spiked more than almost any other state, according to a new congressional report.
The union representing NYU full-time contract faculty say they will begin picketing Monday morning if a deal isn't reached.
A New York City high school student who was detained by ICE and spent nearly a year in a detention center is finally home.
Child care provider Bright Horizons has agreed to give up its permit for a Manhattan day care center.
The family of a man killed in a crash involving an FDNY truck and an Access-A-Ride bus in Brooklyn last week is planning to take legal action.
A driver was indicted on manslaughter and assault charges Thursday in a deadly crash that killed two teenagers on Long Island back in January.
The New York City area will be under a wind advisory Monday with periods of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms expected across the region.
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.
Last year, electricity rates in New Jersey spiked more than almost any other state, according to a new congressional report.
Montclair School District Board of Education members broke down in tears as they voted to close Renaissance Middle School.
Video shows firefighters dousing the smoldering roof of the structure on Old York Road in Branchburg, New Jersey.
Grubhub is launching New Jersey's first commercial food delivery by drone. CBS News New York has learned more about the high-tech service and how it's expected to work.
Officials say James Hadley, a New Jersey coach and educator, may have assaulted other victims.
A driver was indicted on manslaughter and assault charges Thursday in a deadly crash that killed two teenagers on Long Island back in January.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
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.
Last year, electricity rates in New Jersey spiked more than almost any other state, according to a new congressional report.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is taking the first steps toward overhauling how the city responds to 911 calls involving mental health problems.
The MTA announced plans to replace thousands of New York City's decades-old subway cars with new models.
New York City will no longer criminally enforce minor traffic offenses for cyclists and e-bike riders, the Mamdani administration announced Wednesday.
The Mamdani administration has asked a court to allow them to stop representing former Mayor Eric Adams in a sexual assault case.
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.
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.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
"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."
Brady Tkachuk scored with 11.1 seconds left to give the Senators a 3-2 victory over the Islanders on Thursday night.
The Blue Jackets beat the Rangers 6-3 on Thursday night, keeping alive hopes for their first playoff berth since the 2019-20 season.
Howie Rose, the longtime play-by-play voice of the New York Mets on the radio, says the upcoming 2026 season will be his last.
The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Brooklyn Nets 121-92 on Wednesday night for their 10th straight win.
The New Jersey Devils beat the New York Rangers 6-3 on Wednesday night for their third straight victory.
Members of the Apollo Theater, where Kiki Shepard left her mark for 15 years, reflect on her legacy after the Harlem icon's death at age 74.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
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.
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.
Performances began Wednesday for "CATS: The Jellicle Ball," a reimagined revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic musical, and we're getting our first look at Megan Thee Stallion in "Moulin Rouge! The Musical."
We're hearing from the New York City high school student who was just released after spending nearly a year in ICE detention. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
A Molotov cocktail mystery is under investigation on Staten Island after three devices were hurled at a home in New Dorp. As CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports, it was a stroke of luck for the homeowner that the explosives didn't start a fire.
The MTA announced it's ordering a record number of new subway cars.
New York City Mayor Mamdani is taking the first steps toward overhauling how the city responds to mental health-related 911 calls, but it's a pared down version of his campaign promise to create a Department of Community Safety with a robust budget. CBS News New York political reporter Marcia Kramer explains.
