Woman set on fire on NYC subway identified, police say
The woman who was set on fire on the NYC subway has been identified as Debrina Kawam, of Toms River, New Jersey, police say.
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The woman who was set on fire on the NYC subway has been identified as Debrina Kawam, of Toms River, New Jersey, police say.
Sebastian Zapeta, 33, was charged with murder and arson after a woman sleeping on the New York City subway was set on fire and died, police say.
New York City congestion pricing cleared late legal challenges in Manhattan and Rockland County, keeping it on track to start Jan. 5, 2025.
New York City congestion pricing is facing a last-ditch effort in federal court to delay the Jan. 5 implementation new tolls in Manhattan.
During its final board meeting of the year, the MTA on Wednesday approved a financial plan that includes a fare hike.
Meeting for the final time in 2024, the board also discussed congestion pricing's impending rollout. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority announced Monday the upcoming rollout of more than 400 new cars.
Long Island Rail Road passengers faced delays for the Friday morning commute.
Gov. Kathy Hochul is calling for a full review of the power outage that left thousands of NYC subway riders stranded in Brooklyn.
Congestion pricing in NYC will start in January with a $9 toll, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Thursday.
The MTA says A train service to the Rockaways is shutting down for four months starting in 2025, impacting thousands of riders.
The MTA says A train service to the Rockaways is shutting down for five months starting in 2025, impacting thousands of riders.
One girl was killed and another was critically injured while subway surfing Sunday night in Queens, police say.
As we celebrate the New York City subway's 120th anniversary, CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook gives us a look at the culture underground and what it means to millions of riders who rely on the subway.
The MTA's $64.8 billion plan includes modernizing subway signals and buying thousands of new cars.
The MTA is adding Wi-Fi and cellphone service for the Grand Central-Times Square portion of the S line shuttle.
Subway riders in Brooklyn and Queens officially survived the G train shutdown of 2024.
An MTA program that gave New Yorkers free bus rides on certain routes is over after a report found high rates of fare evasion systemwide.
The federal audit found subway workers face unsafe conditions and even a substantial risk of death. CBS New York's Derick Waller has the details.
Heads up New York City subway riders! The G train shutdown entered its third and final phase Monday.
Heads up for New York City subway riders, the G train shutdown enters its next and final phase Monday. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports on what to expect for the commute.
The MTA Board will hold its second meeting since Gov. Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing. As CBS New York's Christina Fan reports, members are expected to discuss a new draft of the agency's five-year construction plan.
MTA board members gathered Monday, saying they hope the governor will be able to come through with $15 billion in planned revenue the agency lost when congestion pricing was put on hold last month.
New York City started scanning subway riders for weapons at select stations Friday as part of a controversial pilot program.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's sudden pause on congestion pricing is facing two new lawsuits.
President Trump said Sunday that he had a "good and very productive" call with Russian President Vladimir Putin ahead of the meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
From political upheavals and gun violence, to the first American-born pope, "Sunday Morning" host Jane Pauley looks back at key events of a transformative year in U.S. history.
Cam Thomas scored 30 points after missing 20 games with a left hamstring strain, and the Brooklyn Nets defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night.
The Patriots and Jets play Sunday as New England eyes a potential AFC East title.
Karl-Anthony Towns had 36 points with 16 rebounds, Jalen Brunson added 34 points and the Knicks defeated the Hawks Hawks 128-125 on Saturday night.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued Sunday due to the threat of freezing rain in the northwestern suburbs this evening and overnight.
Thousands of new flu cases in New York led to a 38% jump from the previous week, according to state health officials.
New York City wound up with less snow than anticipated, but still the most in nearly four years.
If not for his brave actions, the baby girl might not be alive.
Drumming, dance and hands-on workshops marked the 18th year the Brooklyn Children's Museum is hosting what leaders call New York City's largest family Kwanzaa festival.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued Sunday due to the threat of freezing rain in the northwestern suburbs this evening and overnight.
New York City wound up with less snow than anticipated, but still the most in nearly four years.
A major winter storm pummeled the Tri-State Area with snow and ice after New York and New Jersey declared states of emergency.
Shovels and plows will be out later Friday as people in New York City and the surrounding area prepare for a blast of winter.
It's a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to accumulating snow that could be heavy at times.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued Sunday due to the threat of freezing rain in the northwestern suburbs this evening and overnight.
New Jersey state health officials are warning of potential measles exposures at Newark Liberty International Airport before Christmas.
New York City wound up with less snow than anticipated, but still the most in nearly four years.
Roadways across New Jersey got pelted with heavy bands of snow, sleet and freezing rain, putting state officials on high alert.
A major winter storm pummeled the Tri-State Area with snow and ice after New York and New Jersey declared states of emergency.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued Sunday due to the threat of freezing rain in the northwestern suburbs this evening and overnight.
New York City wound up with less snow than anticipated, but still the most in nearly four years.
A major winter storm pummeled the Tri-State Area with snow and ice after New York and New Jersey declared states of emergency.
Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina blasted CVS for not releasing the surveillance video to police.
Shovels and plows will be out later Friday as people in New York City and the surrounding area prepare for a blast of winter.
President Trump said Sunday that he had a "good and very productive" call with Russian President Vladimir Putin ahead of the meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
As prosecutors contend with a massive trove of Epstein files, President Trump suggested Friday the Justice Department is spending too much time on the issue — but said Democrats should be named.
Strikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria come after President Trump spent weeks accusing the West African country's government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.
Mamdani's team says the group of 48 includes "people from across fields and communities" and are "New Yorkers whose creativity, leadership and lived experience reflect the full life of the city."
The Justice Department said the process of releasing the Epstein files may take "a few more weeks" due to the volume of materials.
New Jersey state health officials are warning of potential measles exposures at Newark Liberty International Airport before Christmas.
Thousands of new flu cases in New York led to a 38% jump from the previous week, according to state health officials.
A spike in measles cases in Rockland County has New York health officials urging families to get vaccinated.
Researchers on Long Island say they've found physical evidence of PTSD in World Trade Center first responders.
In New York, cases of flu, RSV and COVID have spiked since Thanksgiving.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Comedian and actor Bowen Yang performed his final sketch on "SNL" Saturday night, after announcing his unexpected mid-season exit from the show.
A judge Friday voided the conviction of one of the two men found guilty of the 2002 killing of Run-D.M.C. star Jam Master Jay.
The special features interviews with Kathy Bates, Annette Bening, Albert Brooks, Michael Douglas, Kiefer Sutherland, Jerry O'Connell and Mandy Patinkin.
Cam Thomas scored 30 points after missing 20 games with a left hamstring strain, and the Brooklyn Nets defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night.
The Patriots and Jets play Sunday as New England eyes a potential AFC East title.
Karl-Anthony Towns had 36 points with 16 rebounds, Jalen Brunson added 34 points and the Knicks defeated the Hawks Hawks 128-125 on Saturday night.
Defenseman Jakob Chychrun scored in overtime and Logan Thompson made 35 saves as the Capitals beat the Devils 4-3 on Saturday night.
David Rittich made 27 saves for his ninth career shutout, and the Islanders beat the Rangers 2-0 on Saturday night.
Drumming, dance and hands-on workshops marked the 18th year the Brooklyn Children's Museum is hosting what leaders call New York City's largest family Kwanzaa festival.
Federal funding cuts have left local organizations struggling to meet growing needs, prompting a borough-wide fundraising push to support food access, housing and other essential services.
What began as a middle school project has grown into hundreds of handwritten messages left across New York City, offering encouragement to strangers and revealing how a small gesture can resonate for weeks.
NYC says center-running bus lanes will speed up commutes and improve safety on one of Brooklyn's busiest corridors, but critics aren't so sure.
Nine Brooklyn Football Club partner bars are collecting shelf-stable food and winter coats to benefit 10 local schools.
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.
The owner of Lark Street Music in Teaneck said the suspect returned the two mandolins to the store and left a note.
More than 60 people across at least 22 states, including New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, have gotten sick with salmonella linked to raw oysters, the CDC says.
President Trump's meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy could prove pivotal in efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war. CBS News' Wendy Gillette reports.
It took firefighters about two hours to get the fire in Queens under control, officials said.
The holiday weekend has been a headache for some flyers, and incoming weather could make it worse. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
