Queens-based crew stole millions from Home Depot, authorities say
It's the largest bust of a retail theft ring in the history of Queens, outlined in 780-count indictment.
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It's the largest bust of a retail theft ring in the history of Queens, outlined in 780-count indictment.
District Attorney Melinda Katz said Thursday her office has charged 13 people for stealing more than $2.2 million in merchandise from more than 120 Home Depots. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz said "Operation: Shadyville" led to the largest single gang takedown in the New York City borough's history.
The Bad-Co Ballout gang is responsible for more than a dozen fatal shootings in Queens, among other crimes, according to prosecutors.
Investigators hope the event leads to clues in dozens of unsolved cases in the borough.
Investigators hope the event leads to clues in dozens of unsolved cases in the borough. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
A former Queens doctor was sentenced to 24 years in prison after pleading guilty to sexually assaulting or raping eight women.
As CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports, some representatives of the victims believe justice wasn't served.
Cosmetologist Fei Min is accused of repeatedly injecting unknown substances into the face, neck and breasts of a woman.
She is accused of administering injections she wasn't licensed to give. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis has the latest.
Police say several members of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua were arrested in the Bronx on Tuesday as part of a first-of-its-kind gun trafficking operation.
Three were indicted Wednesday, and police say it was a first-of-its-kind gun trafficking operation. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Exclusive video shows another violent subway crime. This time, a sleeping passenger was targeted during a robbery in Queens.
Prosecutors say during the altercation the robbery victim killed one of the alleged thieves. The victim is not facing charges. The robbery suspects, however, faced a judge Tuesday. CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas reports.
Five people were arrested and charged with fostering the sale of stolen goods. It was the first time an anti-shoplifting law passed by the New York legislature was used. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
The parents of a New York City 17-year-old were charged and sentenced for a crime their son is accused of.
It's believed to be the first-of-its-kind prosecution in New York. CBS New York's Alice Gainer has the story from Queens.
Bernardo Raul Castro Mata, 19, was indicted in the shooting of Officer Richard Yarusso and Officer Christopher Abreu.
Police used forensic genetic genealogy and family tree research to solve the cold case.
Meanwhile, a judge set bail at $100,000 for another suspect accused in the Jan. 27 attack.
Darwin Andres Gomez-Izquiel, 19, was allegedly the lookout for a group at the Macy's in the Queens Center Mall. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
The Queens DA said the two also had documents and notebooks with a hit list of police officers, judges, politicians, celebrities, bankers and others.
A 44-year-old man is alleged to have used the home on 88th Road in Bellerose as a base of operations.
A 44-year-old man is alleged to have used the home on 88th Road in Bellerose as a base of operations. CBS New York's Dave Carlin reports.
A big complaint from good government groups is low turnout, so get out and let your voice be heard.
A series of drone incursions into countries neighboring Ukraine and Russia is fueling concern that their four-and-a-half year war could spread.
Carson Benge went 5 for 5 with a home run and an RBI triple, leading the Mets to a 7-3 victory Sunday over the struggling Padres.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
Law enforcement responded after six people were stabbed at Penn Station on Sunday evening. At least victim's wounds were serious, authorities said.
Cody Bellinger's tiebreaking homer sparked a five-run eighth inning capped by Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s three-run drive, and the banged-up Yankees beat the Red Sox 6-1 on Sunday.
Law enforcement responded after six people were stabbed at Penn Station on Sunday evening. At least victim's wounds were serious, authorities said.
There will be no watch party for Knicks fans outside Madison Square Garden while President Trump attends Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
Brad Lander is endorsed by Mayor Mamdani and Rep. Dan Goldman is backed by Gov. Hochul in a race that's turned into one of New York's hottest of 2026.
Severe weather in Queens caused the death of an elderly man when a tree fell on him in Forest Park on Saturday night.
The 2026 Queens Pride Parade was held Sunday in Jackson Heights. Here's what to know about its history, the route, and more.
Storms hit the New York City area on Saturday, bringing damaging winds, hail and downpours across the region.
It's unseasonably warm in New York City on Wednesday as humidity adds to the summer-like weather. There's also a slight chance for showers in parts of the Tri-State Area.
It's back to feeling like spring, and even summer on some days, as warm weather and sunshine return to the New York area.
A final round of showers is moving through the New York area in the morning before the rest of the week turns much drier and warmer.
The New York area is off to a soggy start to the unofficial kickoff of summer with rainy weather this Memorial Day Weekend.
Tensions rose once again this weekend outside Delaney Hall in Newark after the mayor scaled back local law enforcement.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
Storms hit the New York City area on Saturday, bringing damaging winds, hail and downpours across the region.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A child died and five people, including a firefighter and police officer, were hurt after flames broke out at a home in Perth Amboy, New Jersey.
An 18-year-old pleaded guilty Thursday to murder and weapons charges in connection to a deadly shooting at a Long Island house party in 2025.
Storms hit the New York City area on Saturday, bringing damaging winds, hail and downpours across the region.
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, who is from Long Island, returned to his home turf Friday to spread the word on what is right with the agency.
A Long Island jury found Steven Schwally guilty of 2nd degree murder for ramming his car into a Deer Park nail salon while drunk.
John Gotti's grandson Carmine Gotti Agnello was arrested Wednesday for allegedly assaulting a woman, Nassau County Police said.
Brad Lander is endorsed by Mayor Mamdani and Rep. Dan Goldman is backed by Gov. Hochul in a race that's turned into one of New York's hottest of 2026.
As President Trump prepares to watch the New York Knicks take on the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden, officials are planning for a heightened security posture, sources said.
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, who is from Long Island, returned to his home turf Friday to spread the word on what is right with the agency.
In a CBS News interview, White House border czar Tom Homan defended conditions at the Delaney Hall ICE detention center, amid intense protests over the New Jersey facility. "
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka said Thursday he is scaling back police at Delaney Hall. The announcement followed the arrests of two protesters on Wednesday night.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is urging people to donate blood ahead of the summer months.
There's no vaccine for the Bourbon virus, nor medicine to treat it, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Marie Francillion was diagnosed with lung cancer after she was feeling heartburn and shoulder pain. She said she's able to remain hopeful and spend more time with her family because of a different type of treatment.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
The Broadway revival of the musical (nominated for 11 Tony Awards) depicts drama, joy and heartbreak in the pursuit of the American Dream at the turn of the 20th century, with parallels to the contemporary world, from issues of race to the immigrant experience.
Madonna performed a surprise concert in Times Square weeks before the release of her "Confessions II" album.
Knicks superfan Spike Lee stopped by CBS Mornings to give his thoughts as the Knicks get set to play in the NBA Finals, and he offered his prediction, too.
The 25th edition of the film and media festival opens on Wednesday, showcasing more than 100 world premiere documentaries and narrative features, as well as short films, live music, podcasts and conversations with leading entertainment figures.
Carson Benge went 5 for 5 with a home run and an RBI triple, leading the Mets to a 7-3 victory Sunday over the struggling Padres.
Cody Bellinger's tiebreaking homer sparked a five-run eighth inning capped by Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s three-run drive, and the banged-up Yankees beat the Red Sox 6-1 on Sunday.
There will be no watch party for Knicks fans outside Madison Square Garden while President Trump attends Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
Fermin's home run nullified a fine performance by Mets rookie Nolan McLean, who allowed one run on three hits and three walks in six innings.
Saturday night's Red Sox-Yankees game was postponed due to rain and rescheduled.
Harlem's historic Cotton Club recently announced it was up for sale. The news comes as jazz clubs across the borough disappear.
Jasir Gipson was shot by a stray bullet at 5 years old while walking with his mother. More than a decade later, he's graduating from high school with nothing but a smile.
Garbage piling up near freight train tracks is frustrating many Maspeth residents.
Residents and elected officials are urging the MTA to reopen the Long Island Rail Road's former Elmhurst station, arguing that the neighborhood has outgrown its current transit options.
Before there was a Brooklyn, there was a flagpole, and since the earliest days of our country, it stood as a symbol of freedom and self-determination.
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.
Monday is the pick of the week with highs in the upper 70s, but there is a chance for some rain this week. CBS News New York Meteorologist Tony Sadiku has the forecast.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock says heat and humidity will increase as the week moves forward, setting the stage for a possible heatwave.
CBS News New York's Dave Carlin has more on the big winners and the star-studded tribute performances.
Police say an 86-year-old man was killed in Queens after a tree fell on him. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
Security is expected to be tight Monday night for Game 3 between the Knicks and Spurs. Because of Mr. Trump's attendance, the watch party outside the Garden was canceled. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
