Fourth Suspect Arrested In Death Of 18-Year-Old Buried In Shallow Grave At Massapequa Preserve
Investigators believe MS-13 gang members killed Brian Lemus, of Uniondale, three years ago.
Investigators believe MS-13 gang members killed Brian Lemus, of Uniondale, three years ago.
The victims' bodies were found in a wooded area of Central Islip.
Long Island officials announced Tuesday a series of arrests made in connection to at least seven bodies found in shallow graves, believed to be victims of MS-13 gang violence.
A bulletin says that the gang members would carry out the attacks on off-duty officers "in order to gain street credibility."
Tito Martinez-Alvarenga, 19, and Victor Lopez, 20, were charged with murder, gang assault, kidnapping and criminal possession of a weapon Thursday.
The man is described as Hispanic, 20 to 25 years old, last seen wearing a dark "New York" skull hat, dark clothing and white sneakers.
While calling for a compromise, he once again made his pitch with a partisan shot by referring to last weekend's deadly shooting on a subway platform by a suspected MS-13 gang member.
Ramiro Gutierrez, 26, was also charged with gang assault and criminal possession of a weapon.
An indictment has been filed against the driver of an SUV that struck and killed a New York mother who led a crusade against MS-13 gang violence after her daughter was slain.
Science and engineering students from Brentwood High School are mentoring a bilingual third grade class about growing gardens hydroponically and healthy eating.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Monday the state will put another $20 million toward efforts to crack down on MS-13 and gang recruitment on Long Island
At least 8,600 children from Central America between the ages of 6 and 17 have made their way to Long Island in the past four years.
Jose Quintanilla, 23, of Hempstead, was charged Wednesday in the stabbing death of 21-year-old Carlos Rivas-Majano.
Evelyn Rodriguez was run over and killed earlier this month at the site of her daughter's memorial in Brentwood.
An anti-gang activist struck and killed at a memorial for her murdered daughter is being remembered for her courage.
The mother of a Long Island teen, who was killed by alleged MS-13 gang members, has died after she was reportedly struck by a vehicle at her daughter's memorial site.
Authorities say 20-year-old Kevin G. Lopez-Morales has been tied to the killings of two young men, whose bodies were found around the Roosevelt Preserve.
An 18-year-old is accused of raping an 11-year-old girl in the Prospect-Lefferts Gardens section of Brooklyn. Julio Ayala is being held on $500,000 bail following his arraignment.
Nassau County police said the killing appears to be connected to MS-13, a violent street gang linked to several crimes in the area.
According to authorities in Nassau County, police were tipped off to the location of the body on Tuesday and began searching an area east of Kellenberg Memorial High School.
The family of a teenager killed in front of his Long Island home says the MS-13 gang may be responsible for his death.
Police have arrested a 19-year-old man in connection to a body found two weeks ago in a Nassau County wooded area.
A suspected MS-13 gang member faces charges after he allegedly set a fire in Queens that left two other members in critical condition, police sources tell CBS2.
Josue Figueroa-Velasquez, 18, of Freeport, has been charged with second degree murder.
The president took part in a roundtable discussion Wednesday afternoon with federal and local law enforcement, elected officials and families of some of the violent gang's victims.
Some Queens residents are fuming over cars parking on beloved bike path.
Authorities with several law enforcement agencies searched an area in Manorville Wednesday for evidence in the Gilgo Beach murders case.
The New Jersey Democrat suffered "a cardiac episode based on complications from his diabetes" earlier this month, his office said.
A video released by Hamas' military wing appears to show U.S.-Israeli hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin delivering a message under duress.
Expect to see a passing shower this afternoon, with a rumble here and there. Temperatures will be in the upper 60s to around 70 degrees.
Some Queens residents are fuming over cars parking on beloved bike path.
Authorities with several law enforcement agencies searched an area in Manorville Wednesday for evidence in the Gilgo Beach murders case.
Expect to see a passing shower this afternoon, with a rumble here and there. Temperatures will be in the upper 60s to around 70 degrees.
Columbia University has given students 48 hours to dismantle their pro-Palestinian protest on the school's main lawn.
U.S. News & World Report on Tuesday released their 2024 high school rankings, including nearly 2,000 in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut combined.
Expect to see a passing shower this afternoon, with a rumble here and there. Temperatures will be in the upper 60s to around 70 degrees.
U.S. News & World Report on Tuesday released their 2024 high school rankings, including nearly 2,000 in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut combined.
We're about to get into the heart of severe weather season in the Tri-State Area, so what can you do to prepare your home and property?
Today will be sunny, breezy and mild with highs in the mid-60s. Then, we're tracking some rain showers late tonight.
Yale University says it is investigating after a Jewish student reported a protester jabbed her in the eye with a Palestinian flag.
Expect to see a passing shower this afternoon, with a rumble here and there. Temperatures will be in the upper 60s to around 70 degrees.
U.S. News & World Report on Tuesday released their 2024 high school rankings, including nearly 2,000 in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut combined.
We're about to get into the heart of severe weather season in the Tri-State Area, so what can you do to prepare your home and property?
Today will be sunny, breezy and mild with highs in the mid-60s. Then, we're tracking some rain showers late tonight.
The MTA's own assessment says there will be an uptick in pollutants in Bergen County, Bronx and Staten Island due to congestion pricing.
Authorities with several law enforcement agencies searched an area in Manorville Wednesday for evidence in the Gilgo Beach murders case.
U.S. News & World Report on Tuesday released their 2024 high school rankings, including nearly 2,000 in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut combined.
Many romance scam support groups are full of people making other questionable promises of recovering funds, the CBS New York Investigative Team found.
Suffolk County law enforcement officers are now equipped with a tool to help people on the autism spectrum during stressful encounters.
Former New York Rep. George Santos is no longer running for Congress, he announced Tuesday on X.
The New Jersey Democrat suffered "a cardiac episode based on complications from his diabetes" earlier this month, his office said.
Columbia University has given students 48 hours to dismantle their pro-Palestinian protest on the school's main lawn.
There are no cameras allowed in the court where Trump is being tried on 34 felony counts stemming from a "hush money" payment before the 2016 election.
Jurors in former President Donald Trump's trial in New York heard testimony from a former media executive about his efforts to bury negative stories about Trump before the 2016 presidential election.
Columbia University appears to have extended the deadline for pro-Palestinian protesters to disperse from the school's main lawn.
Suffolk County law enforcement officers are now equipped with a tool to help people on the autism spectrum during stressful encounters.
High blood pressure, or hypertension, may increase the risk of dementia, according to a new study. Hear from a doctor for advice on lowering your risk factors.
A New York City company promoted "$0 cost" COVID tests, then got over 100 complaints after people were told they may owe hundreds.
On the eve of 4/20, Gov. Kathy Hochul unveiled a plan for law enforcement to lock up thousands of illegal marijuana shops.
Montefiore in the Bronx screened 200,000 people for social detriments of health, and found at least 20% have at least one social need.
Mary J. Blige, Cher, Foreigner, A Tribe Called Quest, Kool & The Gang, Ozzy Osbourne, Dave Matthews Band and Peter Frampton have been named to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
The classic musical, which first opened in 1966, is back on Broadway in an immersive new production titled "Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club," starring Eddie Redmayne, Gayle Rankin and Bebe Neuwirth. Leave your troubles outside!
Taylor Swift's new album, "The Tortured Poets Department," was released Friday, and Swifties in New York City came together to celebrate.
Anticipation was growing at a fever pitch before Taylor Swift's latest album, "The Tortured Poets Department," dropped at midnight EDT. But it turned out it's actually a double album.
The singers first dated in 2003 and delighted fans when they rekindled their relationship in 2023.
Logan Webb pitched eight strong innings and extended his scoreless streak to 19 as the San Francisco Giants beat the New York Mets 5-1 on Tuesday night.
Anthony Rizzo snapped a lengthy power drought with a two-run homer that capped a four-run first inning, and the New York Yankees held on for a 4-3 win over the Oakland Athletics.
Vincent Trocheck and Mika Zibanejad each had a goal and an assist and the Presidents' Trophy-winning New York Rangers held on to beat the Washington Capitals 4-3 for a 2-0 lead in their first-round playoff series.
The New York Knicks stunned fans with a come-from-behind win over the Philadelphia 76ers at Madison Square Garden.
A Philadelphia 76ers spokesperson said the team plans to file a grievance over the officiating in the team's 104-101 loss to the New York Knicks on Monday night at Madison Square Garden.
Some Queens residents are fuming over cars parking on beloved bike path.
The 12th Annual Black Comic Book Festival returns to the Schomburg Center later this week.
There are plans to turn an Inwood parking lot into new affordable apartments for the community.
From affordable housing to commercial properties, New York City developers are addressing the climate crisis in a variety of ways.
A New York City organization is taking action to clean up drug needles and syringes littering a South Bronx park.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
An agreement was reached with the National Association of Realtors to pay $418 million dollars to a settlement fund over the course of four years. Brian Schwagerl, clinical assistant professor at the Schack Institute of Real Estate at NYU joins CBS New York to discuss.
A non-profit called The JED Foundation is working with college campuses nationwide to help college students who may be struggling with their mental health. Dr. Michelle Mullen, senior vice president and chief design and impact officer at The JED Foundation joins CBS New York to discuss.
April is Sexual Assault Awareness month and and today is "Denim Day" which encourages the end of victim blaming. Jackie Regan, Montclair State University professor and co-founder of Text, Power, Telling joins CBS New York to discuss.
Migrants from all over the world gathered Wednesday to plant at a community garden in Marcus Garvey Park as a way of giving back to New York City. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
CBS New York's John Elliott is calling for a high of 59 on Thursday and more sun on Friday.