New Queens research lab will ask patients to get drunk, high for science
The goal is to get patients drunk and high at a new research lab on the border of Nassau County and Queens.
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The goal is to get patients drunk and high at a new research lab on the border of Nassau County and Queens.
Officer Patricia Espinosa was laid to rest as hundreds of law enforcement officials attended her funeral on Long Island.
More than 300 kilos of cocaine were seized in Nassau County in one of the largest drug busts ever on Long Island, officials said Tuesday.
Investigators say officers seized more than 300 kilograms of cocaine.
Nassau County Police Officer Patricia Espinosa was killed Saturday in a car crash on Long Island.
Nassau County Patricia Espinosa, 42, was on her way to work when she was struck by a driver who has since been charged with DWI and running a red light. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
An off-duty Nassau County police officer was killed in a car crash with an alleged drunk driver Saturday morning, police say.
An off-duty Nassau County police officer was killed in a car crash with an alleged drunk driver Saturday morning, police say.
Fire departments across New York are warning about a "historic collapse" in volunteer firefighter staffing, which they say is causing a public safety crisis.
Long Island's volunteer firefighter ranks are shrinking to what officials call crisis levels, but any potential fix will take a change in the law. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Temporary protected status for more than 350,000 Haitian nationals is set to expire next week because the Trump administration says Haiti is safe to return to.
Temporary protected status has allowed Haitians to live and work legally for years in the U.S., including many in Gillen's district on Long Island. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Roger McGovern, a retired NYPD sergeant, walked about a mile through the brutal cold and snow to clear a path for parishioners, his family said. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
As CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports, the problem has been building for years, but the Floral Park Volunteer Fire Department actually folding is a first for Nassau County.
CBS News New York's John Dias reports how dozens of kids in the Hempstead area are able to feel the magic of the season.
A Long Island octogenarian received a rare and life-changing operation to get her mobility back after a bad fall. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Today is a First Alert Weather Day as heavy rain and 50-60 mph wind gusts cause coastal flooding, downed trees and power outages.
Dangerously high winds and coastal flooding could mean power outages and impassable roads on Long Island. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
As CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports, advanced DNA and a discarded drinking straw cracked the decades-long case.
The car appeared to plow into the garage of a home on East Broadway in Woodmere just before 3 a.m. Thursday.
The car appeared to plow into the garage of the home in Woodmere, Nassau County.
The Nassau County Guardians Association, along with the nonprofit Simply Sisters, held a holiday toy giveaway for kids in Rockville Centre on Wednesday.
Students at a Nassau County elementary school made over 1,000 holiday cards for law enforcement officers.
Three people, including an 11-year-old, were hospitalized after a car crossed over the middle lane and struck another car, Nassau County Police said.
Glen Cove has become the first community in Nassau County to ban the smoking of marijuana in public spaces. Offenders will face fines starting Jan. 1, officials said.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
The 2026 St. Patrick's Day Parade is taking place Tuesday in Manhattan, with numerous street closures along the parade route.
A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
Jack Hughes had three assists, and the Devils dented the Bruins' playoff chances by beating them 4-3 in overtime Monday night.
Deni Avdija and Toumani Camara each scored 18 points, and the Trail Blazers coasted to 114-95 victory over the Nets on Monday night.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
The 2026 St. Patrick's Day Parade is taking place Tuesday in Manhattan, with numerous street closures along the parade route.
A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
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.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is moving to lower the speed limit around hundreds of schools in New York City as part of a major escalation of the Vision Zero initiative.
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.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
Jeanne Hengemuhle has made history as the first woman in charge of the New Jersey State Police.
A Palestinian woman who had been living and working in Paterson, New Jersey, has been released after a year in ICE custody in Texas, her legal team says.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
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.
A Manorville breeder was charged with animal neglect after dogs and puppies were allegedly left alone in poor conditions as a blizzard struck New York.
A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
Jeanne Hengemuhle has made history as the first woman in charge of the New Jersey State Police.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is moving to lower the speed limit around hundreds of schools in New York City as part of a major escalation of the Vision Zero initiative.
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
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."
Jack Hughes had three assists, and the Devils dented the Bruins' playoff chances by beating them 4-3 in overtime Monday night.
Deni Avdija and Toumani Camara each scored 18 points, and the Trail Blazers coasted to 114-95 victory over the Nets on Monday night.
Alex Laferriere had a goal and two assists to lead the Los Angeles Kings to a 4-1 win over the New York Rangers on Monday night.
The Jets will receive a 2027 sixth-round draft pick from the Chiefs and pick up $7 million of Fields' guaranteed $10 million salary.
The top 16 seeds in the 68-team women's NCAA field will host first- and second-round games, with the regional rounds being played at two neutral sites for the fourth straight year.
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.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
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.
Police sources said the suspect approached the woman from behind and stabbed her in the arm and back.
President Trump said U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran have severely weakened the country. CBS News New York's Bradley Blackburn reports.
Bronx firefighters were called to an apartment building on Hughes Avenue between East 178 and 179 streets for a late-night fire.
The deadly fire at a three-story building on College Point Boulevard in Flushing remains under investigation. CBS News New York's Naomi Ruchim reports.
Strong winds overnight left behind some serious damage across the Tri-State Area.
