Optimism reigns after I-80 eastbound lanes in New Jersey reopened
The New Jersey Department of Transportation reopened two eastbound lanes of the I-80 on Wednesday night, just in time for the Thursday morning commute.
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The New Jersey Department of Transportation reopened two eastbound lanes of the I-80 on Wednesday night, just in time for the Thursday morning commute.
Beyoncé is performing five concerts in one week at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
The Grammy award winning singer will perform a week of shows at the venue in East Rutherford.
New Jersey Democratic Rep. LaMonica McIver appeared virtually before a federal judge in Newark Wednesday morning after being charged with assault, resisting arrest, and impeding federal officers.
The highway has been shut down in both directions for months of repairs after multiple sinkholes were discovered.
Dashcam video shows the moments before a dump truck slammed into a home in Woodbury Heights, New Jersey, on Tuesday afternoon.
A New Jersey elementary school security guard accidentally discharged his weapon in the staff bathroom while students were in their classrooms, officials said.
New Jersey health officials are warning people who attended Thursday's Shakira concert that a concertgoer had the measles.
The Justice Department also announced it would be dropping the misdemeanor trespassing charge against Newark Mayor Ras Baraka.
NJ Transit trains are back up and running Tuesday after a rail strike disrupted service for several days. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Rep. LaMonica McIver spoke out after being charged with assault and impeding law enforcement at a Newark detention facility earlier this month. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
NJ residents are getting ready to vote for a new governor in the June 2025 primary elections, and Tuesday was the last day to register.
The federal trespassing charge against Newark Mayor Ras Baraka has been dismissed, but Rep. LaMonica McIver is now facing charges. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
NJ Transit service resumes Tuesday after the agency reached a tentative agreement with the engineers union to end their strike. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Authorities allege Joseph Kling caused the Jones Road Wildfire when he started a bonfire and left before putting it out.
The new developments are linked to a scuffle outside an ICE facility in Newark. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
Baraka was arrested outside Delaney Hall, an ICE facility in Newark, during a visit with members of New Jersey's congressional delegation.
President Trump invited Francesca Mani to the White House after she spent years advocating for the "Take it Down Act." CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas reports.
A brawl broke out at a New Jersey mall after hundreds of teenagers showed up. Police say the whole thing started on social media. CBS News York's Nick Caloway reports.
NJ Transit and the engineers union reached a deal to end the strike, but trains are still not running. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
A tentative deal was reached Sunday to end the NJ Transit strike, but trains are still not running Monday. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan has the latest.
NJ Transit rail engineers reached a tentative agreement with the agency Sunday night, but trains won't return to normal service until Tuesday. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook and Christina Fan have team coverage for the commute.
The NJ Transit strike is over after the engineers union approved the deal, but service will not immediately resume. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports.
NJ Transit CEO Kris Kolluri and Gov. Phil Murphy announced train service will resume after a tentative deal with the engineers union was reached.
NJ Transit trains are still not running Sunday morning as the engineers' strike enters its third day. Talks are set to continue Sunday with a mediator at NJ Transit headquarters in Newark.
Gerrit Cole pitched six sharp innings, and the New York Yankees completed a three-game sweep in Baltimore with a 6-1 victory over the Orioles.
The DSNY reported an increase in needle stick injuries for New York City sanitation workers.
Damage from a possible tornado and Thursday's storms has prompted a state of emergency in Nassau County, officials say.
Disturbing attacks by two dogs were caught on camera in the Dix Hills neighborhood on Long Island.
The New York City Council is considering a new bill to address the city's backlog of emergency calls as some say the situation has reached critical mass.
The DSNY reported an increase in needle stick injuries for New York City sanitation workers.
Damage from a possible tornado and Thursday's storms has prompted a state of emergency in Nassau County, officials say.
Disturbing attacks by two dogs were caught on camera in the Dix Hills neighborhood on Long Island.
The New York City Council is considering a new bill to address the city's backlog of emergency calls as some say the situation has reached critical mass.
This year, Westchester's Annual 9/11 Day of Service will expand to four days, taking place from Sept. 8-11.
Rainy weather returns to the New York City area Sunday, bringing with it the threat of flooding.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is heading to the Little League World Series after beating Darien, Connecticut, in the Metro Region Tournament on Friday.
We're in great shape on this Friday as we gear up for another weekend.
The potential for severe storms and downpours returns to the Tri-State Area Monday as sweltering temperatures continue.
Monday will be a First Alert Weather Day due to the possibility of afternoon and evening thunderstorms and high heat indices near 100 degrees.
Bayonne is still riding the high from Wednesday night's Little League World Series game, where the boys beat Massachusetts 2-1.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is advancing to the next round of the Little League World Series.
Researchers say an alarming study on cognitive decline is specific to the African American community in Newark, New Jersey.
A former New Jersey correctional police officer pleaded guilty to smuggling contraband into Northern State Prison, Attorney General Jennifer Davenport announced Wednesday.
As we approach the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks, there is an ongoing fight to repair Jersey City's memorial for the victims.
Dozens of cabanas at a popular Long Island beach club were damaged or destroyed Thursday by a possible tornado, officials say. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
Inwood Fire Chief Josiyah Green provided an update Thursday evening on possible tornado damage in Nassau County.
Damage from a possible tornado and Thursday's storms has prompted a state of emergency in Nassau County, officials say.
Disturbing attacks by two dogs were caught on camera in the Dix Hills neighborhood on Long Island.
Disturbing attacks by two dogs were caught on camera in the Dix Hills neighborhood on Long Island. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff spoke with the victims and the dogs' owners.
A New York woman is accused of plotting "a major attack" on the state Capitol building in Albany, authorities said Thursday.
The Democratic National Committee is on the hunt for the best host city for the 2028 Democratic convention.
As we approach the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks, there is an ongoing fight to repair Jersey City's memorial for the victims.
President Trump said Tuesday that the U.S. and Canada have reached a last-minute agreement to pause the 50% tariffs.
The New York City Council held an hours-long hearing Tuesday afternoon on the controversial new pied-à-terre tax rollout.
A New Yorker has tested positive for West Nile virus, the city health department announced Wednesday.
Researchers say an alarming study on cognitive decline is specific to the African American community in Newark, New Jersey.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Two more deaths have been reported in connection to the Legionnaires' disease cluster on the Upper East Side, health officials said Friday.
Jones Beach is back open for swimmers after it was prohibited due to elevated bacterial levels. The rare shutdown took place from Thursday afternoon through midday Friday.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Brian Hickerson and his brother, Zach, made the 911 call that brought first responders to the apartment where Hayden Panettiere was found unresponsive.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
The lineup for the 2026 Global Citizen Festival in New York City was announced Thursday.
Latin music stars Marc Anthony, Feid, and others are set to perform at a benefit concert in Miami on August 16.
Gerrit Cole pitched six sharp innings, and the New York Yankees completed a three-game sweep in Baltimore with a 6-1 victory over the Orioles.
Bayonne is still riding the high from Wednesday night's Little League World Series game, where the boys beat Massachusetts 2-1.
MLS-leading Nashville SC pulled out a 1-0 victory over the New York Red Bulls on Wednesday night.
FC Cincinnati beat New York City FC 2-1 on Wednesday.
Pete Alonso's drive down the left-field line in the seventh inning was ruled foul, and the New York Yankees took advantage of that reprieve, scoring twice in the top of the eighth to beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-3 on Wednesday night.
The DSNY reported an increase in needle stick injuries for New York City sanitation workers.
A Queens homeowner says that overgrown city trees on her block are creating a safety hazard at night.
Neighbors say Flushing Meadows Corona Park has been falling into disrepair for years.
The owner of a beloved Harlem food truck known for its burgers under $5 is retiring and selling the business.
The historic Art Deco bathhouse at Jacob Riis Park is getting a new life as the Rockaway Ocean Club. But as the long-dormant building reopens, some locals are questioning who will have access to its amenities.
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.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for August 20 at 11 p.m.
A potential ISIS-inspired terrorist attack in Albany was foiled by the FBI. Now, a woman is under arrest. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
Flash flooding turned roads into rivers in Queens and flooded some businesses Thursday. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Dozens of cabanas at a popular Long Island beach club were damaged or destroyed Thursday by a possible tornado, officials say. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
A storm triggered tornado warnings and flooding across the Tri-State Area on Thursday. CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn, Adi Guajardo and Lisa Rozner report.
