Video shows black bear roaming the aisles of New Jersey store
The bear was euthanized after it bit a woman. Witnesses said it had been acting strange before the attack.
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The bear was euthanized after it bit a woman. Witnesses said it had been acting strange before the attack.
New Jersey is offering a new option when saying final goodbyes to a loved one – human composting. This alternative to a traditional burial turns the body into soil. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin spoke to the CEO of Earth Funeral about how the process works.
Police say the flag was set on fire outside a temple in Tenafly.
Just about everyone who lives on Hopper Street tells a similar story. The smell has been around for a while and nobody seems to know why.
The honor comes five years after her 20-year-old son, Daniel, was killed by a disgruntled attorney at her home.
Salas was honored Monday, five years after her family was targeted in a deadly attack at their home. CBS News New York's Nick Caloway reports.
According to officials, air quality testing did not detect pollutants or anything corrosive or hazardous.
Keri Anne DeMott was killed by a drunk driver. The foundation set up in her name encourages people to avoid drunk driving and to make positive choices. CBS News New York's John Elliott was there for their sixth annual Day in the Park celebration.
In recent ads, both candidates have focused on an issue that residents aren't happy about: Skyrocketing electricity bills. Many New Jersey residents say it has been difficult keeping up with them. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
The wife of disgraced former U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez was convicted in April of accepting hundreds of thousands of dollars in cash and gold bars in exchange for political favors. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
The wife of former New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez was sentenced to 54 months in prison Thursday in her federal bribery case. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports from the courthouse.
The entire city's drinking water was potentially compromised after two water mains broke earlier in the week.
CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports from Liberty State Park, home to New Jersey's official 9/11 memorial.
A Humpty Dumpty statue on a Jersey Shore golf course had a great fall — and police say two unknown vandals are to blame.
The wife of former New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez was convicted of accepting hundreds of thousands of dollars in cash and gold bars in exchange for political favors.
The first opportunity to get your hands on FIFA 2026 World Cup tickets started at 11 a.m. on Wednesday and will run until 11 a.m. on Sept. 19.
Two states in the Tri-State Area are among the happiest in the country.
Officials said Tuesday it will be some time before they reopen a Woodbridge Township, New Jersey, road that is closed due to a mysterious, long crack.
Officials say they don't know why the crack formed, and Route 440/Smith Street is closed to traffic indefinitely.
Officials say the damage could stall the commute in Middlesex County for months. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
A man was found dead after the fire destroyed a mobile home in Moonachie, Bergen County, officials said.
Father Pedro Bismarck Chau blessed the faithful at his ordination at the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark. CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock reports.
Video of a dangerous car meetup shows people using vulgar language and throwing objects at a truck driver trying to get through. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
The city of Paterson, N.J. honored community members who helped residents when a major water main break left more than 200,000 people with little to no water.
The city of Paterson, N.J. honored seven community members for helping residents during last month's massive water main break and repair that left more than 200,000 people in Paterson and the surrounding towns with no water, or low, pressure. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
The measure would give terminally ill adults who have less than six months to live an option to have a doctor prescribe them a lethal medication mixture.
Nick Reiner appeared in court on Wednesday on two counts of murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
Mamdani announced Jahmila Edwards as Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and Catherine Almonte Da Costa as Director of Appointments.
Thursday will bring even more relief, with highs near 50° and a taste of early spring in December. But don't get too comfortable—changes are brewing.
Bronx drill rapper Kay Flock, whose real name is Kevin Perez, was sentenced to 30 years in prison Tuesday.
The measure would give terminally ill adults who have less than six months to live an option to have a doctor prescribe them a lethal medication mixture.
Mamdani announced Jahmila Edwards as Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and Catherine Almonte Da Costa as Director of Appointments.
Thursday will bring even more relief, with highs near 50° and a taste of early spring in December. But don't get too comfortable—changes are brewing.
A firefighter suffered serious injuries battling a fire at matzo factory in Kensington, Brooklyn Wednesday morning.
The NYPD is investigating two possible antisemitic hate crimes in Brooklyn. It all comes during Hanukkah.
Thursday will bring even more relief, with highs near 50° and a taste of early spring in December. But don't get too comfortable—changes are brewing.
Some of the highest totals were on Long Island and in New Jersey, where greater than 6 inches of snow was measured.
A large water main break in Waterbury, Connecticut, is impacting tens of thousands of residents.
Bitterly cold temperatures are causing icy road conditions, including black ice, Monday morning in the Tri-State Area.
Survivors of the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting, families and lawmakers gathered in Washington, D.C., on Thursday to honor the lives lost and continue calls for action to end gun violence.
Thursday will bring even more relief, with highs near 50° and a taste of early spring in December. But don't get too comfortable—changes are brewing.
A celebration of the upcoming FIFA World Cup was held Tuesday at the Gateway Center in Newark, featuring a former great player for the U.S. Men's National Team.
If you're heading out, watch your step—black ice could make things tricky.
Davenport currently serves as the first assistant attorney general, a position she previously held from 2018-2020. She also worked as the acting attorney general's principal law enforcement advisor.
The winter storm blanketed New Jersey and brought up to six inches of snow to some areas.
Thursday will bring even more relief, with highs near 50° and a taste of early spring in December. But don't get too comfortable—changes are brewing.
Hundreds of schools across New York, including dozens on Long Island, have to take old water fountains and taps out of commission.
If you're heading out, watch your step—black ice could make things tricky.
Fortunately, the rail was fixed just before 8 a.m., leading to service getting back on track.
The Jewish community of Sydney, Australia has deep connections to the Tri-State Area. Many on Long Island spoke fondly on Monday about victims they knew.
The measure would give terminally ill adults who have less than six months to live an option to have a doctor prescribe them a lethal medication mixture.
Mamdani announced Jahmila Edwards as Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and Catherine Almonte Da Costa as Director of Appointments.
President Trump said he will deliver an address live to the nation Wednesday at 9 p.m. ET.
President Trump filed a defamation lawsuit against the BBC on Monday over a documentary that spliced parts of his Jan. 6, 2021, speech on the Ellipse.
Davenport currently serves as the first assistant attorney general, a position she previously held from 2018-2020. She also worked as the acting attorney general's principal law enforcement advisor.
There are at least 500 sudden and unexpected deaths in the city each year, and in roughly a fifth of those cases, a genetic cause can be detected.
UnitedHealthcare and NewYork-Presbyterian have roughly two weeks to reach an agreement or thousands of Medicare Advantage members could be forced to find care elsewhere.
Connecticut is dealing with its first measles case since 2021, after a child, who is not vaccinated, contracted the virus while traveling internationally.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
New York has no plans to change hepatitis B vaccine guidance after a Centers for Disease Control advisory panel voted to stop recommending a first dose for newborns.
Nick Reiner appeared in court on Wednesday on two counts of murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
Bronx drill rapper Kay Flock, whose real name is Kevin Perez, was sentenced to 30 years in prison Tuesday.
Nick Reiner, who is being held in connection with the murder of his parents Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, will not be in court on Tuesday due to medical reasons, his attorney said.
Rob Reiner was a California transplant who never lost his New York edge. He was born in the Bronx, and raised in New Rochelle.
R&B musician Trey Songz was arrested in New York City over the weekend after an incident at the Dramma nightclub near Times Square.
The Knicks rallied to beat Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs 124-113 on Tuesday night to win the NBA Cup.
Alex DeBrincat scored two power-play goals in the third period as the Detroit Red Wings beat the New York Islanders 3-2.
The league-worst Vancouver Canucks defeated the New York Rangers 3-0 on Tuesday night.
A celebration of the upcoming FIFA World Cup was held Tuesday at the Gateway Center in Newark, featuring a former great player for the U.S. Men's National Team.
FIFA slashed the price of some World Cup tickets following a worldwide backlash, with some final seats available for $60.
After losing his mother to a stroke in 2022, a Brownsville native is turning personal grief into a grassroots foundation, offering counseling and mentorship to children and young adults.
A Brooklyn startup and a national nonprofit are teaming up to turn everyday mail lockers into easy donation hubs, delivering thousands of toys to hospital rooms this holiday season.
The city is sharing new details about the historic $1 billion investment announced for the Coney Island Boardwalk, the largest in its century-long history
New York City officials have secured long-awaited funding to restore the 102-year-old Coney Island boardwalk.
Residents on East 57th Street say reckless drivers have caused life-altering injuries and even death, but despite petitions and years of advocacy, the city has yet to install a speed bump.
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.
Mamdani announced Jahmila Edwards as Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and Catherine Almonte Da Costa as Director of Appointments.
The fire broke out just before 2 a.m. at 1285 36th Street in Kensington, Brooklyn. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
A new survey from 'Bankrate' shows fewer Americans are planning to tip this year compared to last.
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger help us look into next year's job market.
The mayor-elect is set to take office in just two weeks.
