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A destination for undesirable activity -- that's how the mayor of Paterson described one of his city's parks. Thankfully, his description no longer fits the bill.
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A destination for undesirable activity -- that's how the mayor of Paterson described one of his city's parks. Thankfully, his description no longer fits the bill.
Businesses and consumers will have 18 months to prepare for the change.
Minutes after polls closed at 9 p.m. in New York, CBS News projected a win for Biden.
Voters in the Garden State decided Tuesday to legalize recreational marijuana for adults 21 and older through an amendment to the state constitution.
For some, Tuesday marked the very first time voting in an election. Their take on the experience? A privilege.
The fact that more than 3.5 million voters already cast their ballots by mail meant lines were nonexistent Tuesday morning in Fort Lee, New Jersey.
Voters will not only cast their ballots for president, but there are plenty of important local races, as well.
The line wrapped around an urgent care facility in Clifton. By lunch time the building was at capacity. Similar scenes have been playing out just about everywhere.
The impressive early voter turnout has made it pretty clear that this year's general election has been unlike any other.
In Morris Township, a pedestrian was struck by a falling tree. She was taken to the hospital.
Starting Nov. 2, anyone who refuses to wear a mask or face covering could face a $50 fine.
The 31-year-old victim, who was eight months pregnant, was taken to a local hospital. The victim delivered the baby, but died from her injuries a short time later.
Barkley, the 2018 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year, was injured against the Chicago Bears in the second game of the season when he was tackled at the end of a run.
The second wave is being linked to private indoor gatherings. The fear is that Halloween parties will lead to more.
Newark Symphony Hall is one of New Jersey's oldest and largest arts and entertainment venues.
Cases of COVID-19 swept through nursing homes when the pandemic started. Now, the numbers are going up again.
Students in New Jersey are getting their hands on a special gift to enhance their virtual music education.
Depending on elevation, some people in the tri-state area got a blanket of white or a wintry mix.
Airbnb warned it may take legal action against any guests who violate those rules.
The area under a bridge near McLellan Street and Runiak Avenue is notorious for rising water and poor drainage.
Friends say a baby boy was successfully delivered at the hospital.
At least five U.S. hospitals were reportedly hit with ransomware attacks this week, including the St. Lawrence County Health System in Upstate New York.
Drivers are dealing with dangerous conditions as the remnants of Zeta drench the Tri-State Area.
The governor says 11 new cases have been reported in New Jersey schools.
The train was reportedly empty at the time. The impact caused one train car to derail.
Advocates fear New York state could be taking a step back when it comes to biomarker testing access for those with Medicaid.
The two suspects accused in the fatal shooting of a 7-month-old girl in a stroller in Brooklyn were indicted Tuesday on multiple charges.
Rex Heuermann, the man accused of being the Gilgo Beach serial killer, is expected to plead guilty to multiple murders when he appears in a Riverhead court on Wednesday.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced Tuesday that detainees at Rikers Island with complicated medical needs will be transferred to a Manhattan hospital to get access to specialty care.
American journalist Shelly Kittleson is being released on the condition that she leave Iraq immediately, an Iranian-backed militia in Iraq says.
Advocates fear New York state could be taking a step back when it comes to biomarker testing access for those with Medicaid.
The two suspects accused in the fatal shooting of a 7-month-old girl in a stroller in Brooklyn were indicted Tuesday on multiple charges.
Rex Heuermann, the man accused of being the Gilgo Beach serial killer, is expected to plead guilty to multiple murders when he appears in a Riverhead court on Wednesday.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced Tuesday that detainees at Rikers Island with complicated medical needs will be transferred to a Manhattan hospital to get access to specialty care.
These kids from Brooklyn are playing tennis in their school hallways, cafeterias and auditoriums, to make the most of limited space and resources.
When UConn plays Michigan for the NCAA Men's Basketball championship tonight in Indianapolis, there are a few places in New York City where fans can root on their schools.
The average price for a gallon of gas in New York City is now $4.11, which is 82 cents higher than a month ago, according to AAA.
Rain has returned for Easter Sunday in the New York area after the holiday weekend kicked off with May-like weather.
UConn's jaw-dropping buzzer beater catapulted them to the Final Four.
Bridgeport firefighter Terrence Cramer was killed after his girlfriend's ex shot him in a fit of rage at a Connecticut home, according to an arrest warrant.
Police in New Jersey are searching for a vandal who threw bricks through the windows of vehicles parked on streets in several Union County towns.
Early voting is underway in the New Jersey special election to fill the U.S. House seat vacated by Gov. Mikie Sherrill.
The average price for a gallon of gas in New York City is now $4.11, which is 82 cents higher than a month ago, according to AAA.
The move would reduce the minimum uninsured motorist coverage for ride-share services from $1.5 million to as low as $35,000.
Fire officials are investigating the cause of a multi-alarm fire at a former chemical manufacturer in Paterson, New Jersey.
Rex Heuermann, the man accused of being the Gilgo Beach serial killer, is expected to plead guilty to multiple murders when he appears in a Riverhead court on Wednesday.
Police officers in Nassau County are being lauded for their quick thinking after saving a diner patron who went into cardiac arrest last month.
A fire broke out along a row of businesses on Rockaway Avenue at around 5:30 p.m. Sunday. Three people, including a firefighter, suffered minor injuries.
A Coast Guard crew rescued four people after they were stranded on a yacht off the coast of Long Island during bad weather over the weekend.
The average price for a gallon of gas in New York City is now $4.11, which is 82 cents higher than a month ago, according to AAA.
Advocates fear New York state could be taking a step back when it comes to biomarker testing access for those with Medicaid.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced Tuesday that detainees at Rikers Island with complicated medical needs will be transferred to a Manhattan hospital to get access to specialty care.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration released New York City's first Preliminary Citywide Racial Equity Plan and True Cost of Living Measure.
A new report is detailing just how much homelessness in New York City is negatively impacting students.
Early voting is underway in the New Jersey special election to fill the U.S. House seat vacated by Gov. Mikie Sherrill.
Advocates fear New York state could be taking a step back when it comes to biomarker testing access for those with Medicaid.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
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.
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was lured to a Dallas studio for a meeting, then allegedly kidnapped and robbed by a group including rappers Pooh Shiesty and Big30.
Megan Thee Stallion was released from a New York City hospital after she got sick during a performance of "Moulin Rouge! The Musical."
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Savannah Guthrie stepped back from her NBC duties almost two months ago when her mother, Nancy Guthrie, disappeared. The investigation is ongoing.
The New Jersey Devils are parting ways with general manager Tom Fitzgerald in an abrupt late-season change of direction for a team that is set to miss the playoffs.
This is Michigan's second NCAA title in school history, and the win ends a 26-year national championship drought for the Big Ten.
CJ McCollum's half-court shot at the buzzer was ruled no good after a review and the Knicks held off the Hawks 108-105 on Monday night.
These kids from Brooklyn are playing tennis in their school hallways, cafeterias and auditoriums, to make the most of limited space and resources.
When UConn plays Michigan for the NCAA Men's Basketball championship tonight in Indianapolis, there are a few places in New York City where fans can root on their schools.
These kids from Brooklyn are playing tennis in their school hallways, cafeterias and auditoriums, to make the most of limited space and resources.
Preparations for Passover in Brooklyn blend centuries-old rituals with modern traditions unique to each family.
New York has filed a lawsuit against solar company Attyx, saying it didn't just sell panels, it sold promises it couldn't keep.
Long before Manhattan's iconic street grid took shape, an English widow planned a Brooklyn community that helped shape the city today.
The Center for Brooklyn History showcase examines the Battle of Brooklyn through rare maps, paintings, and historical artifacts from the American Revolutionary War.
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.
Long Beach, Long Island, is holding a public hearing Tuesday night regarding the loosening of alcohol restrictions on its iconic boardwalk. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Three years ago, New York state took a huge step forward expanding access to biomarker testing, which is said to be a game changer in cancer care. Now, however, advocates fear the state could be taking a step back for those with Medicaid. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
The Bomb Squad and FBI were called to investigate a mysterious loud boom coming from a park in Yonkers on Monday night.
The two suspects accused in the fatal shooting of a 7-month-old girl in Brooklyn were indicted Tuesday on multiple charges, including murder. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Talks in the war with Iran appear to have hit a stalemate as threats escalate. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin and Mahsa Saeidi report.
