New York Synagogue Attack: Monsey Jewish Community Aiming For High-Tech Security Makeover
Members of the Monsey Hasidic community met recently with private security experts to develop a new protection plan.
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Members of the Monsey Hasidic community met recently with private security experts to develop a new protection plan.
The family of the man who was seriously injured in the upstate synagogue stabbing late last month gave an update on his condition on Thursday morning.
New surveillance images of the suspect emerged on New Year's Day. Surveillance cameras appear to show 37-year-old holding his machete moments before the alleged attack on Saturday, Dec. 28.
The family of 72-year-old Josef Neumann released a statement on New Year's Eve, saying his condition is grave.
Josef Gluck helped chase away and identify the man attacking Jews at a synagogue in Monsey on Saturday night. On Tuesday, he received a high honor from his hometown in Rockland County.
For many of the shoppers at Zabar's, a popular Jewish specialty store on the Upper West Side, Saturday night's synagogue attack up in Monsey was the main thing occupying their minds.
On Monday, the suspect in Saturday night's stabbings at the home of a rabbi in Rockland County was charged with federal hate crime charges.
The patrols will be conducted - free of charge - by off-duty or retired FBI agents, state police and NYPD detectives.
Close family and friends say Grafton Thomas showed no signs of anti-Semitic behavior, but prosecutors disagreed Monday, filing federal hate crime charges.
Bail was set at $5 million for the man charged with trying to kill Jews celebrating Chanukah in Rockland County on Saturday night.
Many things are not yet known about Grafton Thomas, particularly a motive.
Saturday night's attack in upstate Monsey has prompted a big response from both local and state leaders. They are stepping up security and launching initiatives to protect our communities.
Multiple people have reportedly been stabbed in an attack on a Rabbi's home in New York's Rockland County.
The Hasidic man was critically hurt when several men jumped out of a car, and then beat and stabbed him while he was on his way to synagogue in Monsey.
Police in Rockland County say they're working around the clock, trying to find out who attacked and stabbed a Hasidic man.
The victim survived but was hospitalized and underwent surgery for serious injuries, police said.
A 1-year-old child was struck and killed by a taxi in Monsey late Sunday afternoon, police said.
The baby was struck last week by a car along with his mother and two sisters while walking along the road in Monsey, police said.
A mother and her three children remain hospitalized Tuesday night after being hit by a car in Rockland County Monday afternoon.
There are no sidewalks along the stretch of road where the violent collision occurred.
Two men were arrested and a third suspect remains at large after allegedly crashing a U-Haul truck carrying two stolen motorcycles into a home while fleeing Ramapo police in Rockland County early Monday morning.
Ramapo Police said some kids chased the bears, prompting them to re-treat up into a tree. Officers decided to close the park for the rest of the day.
The shigella bacterium outbreak started in Brooklyn, but now parents are on high alert in Rockland County.
An infectious outbreak of the shigella bacterium has already been seen in Brooklyn, and now, the outbreak has spread to the suburbs.
Three vehicles were stolen from the driveways of homes in the Monsey section of Ramapo in the early morning hours of Nov. 5, police said.
An 8-year-old child is recovering after being hurt during a struggle with an intruder at the Jewish Institute of Queens Tuesday morning.
Some 1.5 inches of rain had already fallen in the Warren and Sussex Counties by 2:30 p.m., with more expected as additional rounds of rain come through.
The choices for Club Calvi's next book are: "With Friends Like You" by Amy Chozick, "Runner" by Ashton Lattimore, and "Etna" by Paul Yoon.
A new Broadway show based on Prince's movie and album "Purple Rain" will take the stage at Broadway's Majestic Theatre in March.
There was a tornado warning in Sussex and Warren Counties in New Jersey as more severe weather passed through our area.
An 8-year-old child is recovering after being hurt during a struggle with an intruder at the Jewish Institute of Queens Tuesday morning.
A new Broadway show based on Prince's movie and album "Purple Rain" will take the stage at Broadway's Majestic Theatre in March.
There was a tornado warning in Sussex and Warren Counties in New Jersey as more severe weather passed through our area.
New York City officials and family members, loved ones and colleagues gathered together Tuesday to remember Det. Didarul Islam, a fallen hero.
The NYPD is searching for two women wanted in the road rage killing of a man Sunday morning on the Belt Parkway. The victim's family is trying to come to grips with their loved one's shocking death.
There was a tornado warning in Sussex and Warren Counties in New Jersey as more severe weather passed through our area.
Weather conditions go downhill Tuesday and Wednesday with rain and potentially strong storms on deck for the New York area.
Severe weather impacted the entire region on Tuesday, with watches and warnings throughout the CBS News New York viewing area.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area Tuesday after a brief reprieve.
Storms brought flooding rains, damaging winds, hail and lightning to New York and New Jersey on Saturday.
Some 1.5 inches of rain had already fallen in the Warren and Sussex Counties by 2:30 p.m., with more expected as additional rounds of rain come through.
There was a tornado warning in Sussex and Warren Counties in New Jersey as more severe weather passed through our area.
Parts of New Jersey took a pounding when storms moved in Monday night, causing major flooding and downed power lines.
Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City, New Jersey, has paused all gaming and betting on Monday after a small fire and leak.
Weather conditions go downhill Tuesday and Wednesday with rain and potentially strong storms on deck for the New York area.
There was a tornado warning in Sussex and Warren Counties in New Jersey as more severe weather passed through our area.
The big rats can be seen scurrying across backyards day and night in Seaford, and their numbers are exploding.
Some Long Island residents say giant rats are ruining their summer. Neighbors in Nassau County's Seaford said their beautiful backyards have been overrun. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Weather conditions go downhill Tuesday and Wednesday with rain and potentially strong storms on deck for the New York area.
We're just a few days away from the CBIZ Workplace Challenge on Long Island. Mindy Davidson and Jim Aspromonti stopped by CBS News New York to talk about the event.
Family members who lost loved ones on 9/11 have started an online petition calling for New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani not to attend the 25th 9/11 remembrance ceremony.
A memorial tribute was held in Central Park on Monday afternoon for Romanch Mahajan, the teenage tourist who died last month in a runaway horse carriage accident.
Certain core groceries will cost 30% less at New York City-run stores, Mayor Zohran Mamdani said Monday.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani responded Sunday to criticism that he's fueling antisemitism as Jewish New Yorkers rallied on Manhattan's Upper West Side against antisemitism and hate.
This week on The Point with Marcia Kramer, our host sits down with political strategists J.C. Polanco and O'Brien Murray to discuss the week that was in New York and national politics.
Thirty-four cooling towers at 33 buildings on the Upper East Side tested positive for live Legionella bacteria, the New York City Health Department announced Tuesday.
An attorney representing an Upper East Side woman whose husband just died from Legionnaires' disease is planning to take legal action.
Studies show older adults are among the safest drivers on the road, but crashes involving seniors are on the rise.
For the third day in a row, the NYC Health Department has announced a death in the Upper East Side Legionnaires' disease cluster.
A second death has been reported in connection to the Legionnaires' disease cluster on the Upper East Side, health officials said Saturday.
A new Broadway show based on Prince's movie and album "Purple Rain" will take the stage at Broadway's Majestic Theatre in March.
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS and Shakira each brought a bit of one of their hits to the World Cup's first halftime show in a whirlwind performance Sunday that also squeezed in Burna Boy, Ted Lasso and many Muppets.
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
The New York Yankees beat the Chicago White Sox on Monday night in the opener of a four-game series between playoff contenders.
Francisco Lindor homered twice and tripled off the top of the fence, driving in six runs as the Mets pulled away for a 14-3 victory over the Braves on Monday night.
Center fielders Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones and second baseman Jeff Kent were inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday.
Tyrone Taylor put the Mets ahead with a three-run homer in the sixth inning, and New York beat the Dodgers 8-3 on Sunday to prevent a season sweep.
Cam Schlitter helped lead the New York Yankees to victory over the Philadelphia Phillies Friday night.
Parents in Harlem say their children's walk to summer camp is littered with trash, illegal dumping and a growing encampment.
A specialized program from God's Love We Deliver is serving nearly 400 veterans with medically tailored meals, while helping combat isolation and ease the challenges of life after military service.
The Newtown Creek Alliance community science project gives students hands-on experience monitoring the health of one of the most polluted waterways in the U.S.
The FIFA World Cup is delivering a business boost for many bars and restaurants across New York City, but not every industry is seeing the same payoff.
Two Upper West Side children went on a mission to visit 40 playgrounds in one day, hoping to set a record.
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.
A flood watch was issued for most of the Tri-State Area, including New York City, as the area prepares for strong storms. CBS News New York Meteorologist Tony Sadiku has the forecast.
It's been one year since four people were killed in a shooting at a Midtown office building, including an NYPD detective. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
The pop star's legal team filed a lawsuit in a California court alleging hackers targeted her photographers and producers.
Sen. Lindsey Graham was remembered at a private Capitol ceremony before his funeral Tuesday afternoon.
It's the first time President Trump and Netanyahu have met since the start of the Iran war. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
