Bill to legalize jaywalking approved by NYC lawmakers
Supporters argued 85% of all jaywalking tickets are issued to people of color.
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Supporters argued 85% of all jaywalking tickets are issued to people of color.
The family of a man whose body was found dismembered and burned in Yonkers called the crime heinous and inhumane. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
On Friday, he appeared before a judge and pleaded not guilty to bribery, conspiracy, and campaign finance charges. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer leads team coverage.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted on federal charges, including bribery, conspiracy and campaign finance violations.
The newly unsealed indictment, which is more than 50 pages long, alleges the mayor accepted illegal campaign donations, including those from Turkish businessmen in exchange for political favors. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman, Dick Brennan and Alecia Reid lead team coverage.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted following a federal investigation, and the specific charges are now unsealed.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez says Mayor Eric Adams should resign in the wake of the federal investigations into himself and top-ranking members of his administration.
New York City Schools Chancellor David Banks is retiring. Officials insisted Banks' decision was made before federal agents raided his home and seized his phones.
The feds have dramatically expanded their probe into Mayor Eric Adams' foreign ties, and are also probing City Sheriff Anthony Miranda.
The federal probe into New York City Mayor Eric Adams' campaign appears to have expanded dramatically, as we're now hearing investigators are looking into his dealings with a number of foreign governments. CBS News New York's Derick Waller has the latest.
New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan is resigning and will step down in January.
A lengthy report blasts the NYPD for letting the banned practice of stop-and-frisk go essentially unpunished.
Federal authorities have searched the home of newly appointed NYPD Interim Commissioner Tom Donlon, CBS News New York has learned.
Interim NYPD Commissioner Tom Donlon says federal agents searched his homes. The news comes days after former Commissioner Edward Caban resigned. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports.
New York City's Department of Transportation just announced its Gridlock Alert Days, which start next week. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis has an exclusive look inside the center giving the NYPD extra eyes on the area and has more on what you need to know.
An 11-year-old boy died Monday after subway surfing in New York City. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman spoke exclusively to the boy's uncle, who says he's made subway surfing videos himself and now vows he'll never do it again.
The NYPD is teaming up with the Department of Sanitation to get so-called "ghost cars" off the streets.
The initiative comes as hizzoner is trying to turn the page on the corruption investigations engulfing his administration. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
It's been less than one week week since former Police Commissioner Edward Caban resigned following a raid on his home. CBS News law enforcement contributor and former Deputy Commissioner with the NYPD Richard Esposito explains what comes next for the city's police force amid the shakeup.
A judge denied Sean "Diddy" Combs bail Tuesday after prosecutors argued he is a flight risk who could potentially intimidate witnesses. His attorney plans to appeal that decision in court Wednesday. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has disturbing details on the charges.
A judge ordered Sean "Diddy" Combs be held without bail Tuesday after Combs pleaded not guilty to racketeering, conspiracy and sex trafficking charges following a bombshell indictment. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
Sean "Diddy" Combs is in a New York City jail facing a federal indictment. Court documents reveal the charges of sex trafficking, racketeering, conspiracy and transportation to engage in prostitution. Late Tuesday afternoon, he pleaded not guilty. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
The New York City schools chancellor hit on several topics, including new programs, test scores, and artificial intelligence as a tool for educators.
NYC Mayor Eric Adam's Chief Counsel Lisa Zornberg resigned Saturday night, just days after NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban.
CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian has spoke to several of the thousands of people that lined the streets of Harlem on Sunday.
Sources tell CBS News that Ukraine is ready to sign a landmark drone defense deal with the U.S., as new details of Ukrainian technology helping defend U.S. bases in the Middle East come to light.
With their 2-0 win over the Rays on Tuesday afternoon, the Yankees (90-66) moved six games ahead of the Red Sox for the AL's top wild-card spot.
Maimonides Medical Center expanded its neonatal intensive care unit to 48 beds in 2024, the largest Level IV NICU in Brooklyn, as families navigate lengthy hospital stays with their most fragile newborns.
The Westchester County DA's office has released body camera footage showing what it says is the aftermath of a former Tuckahoe police chief's wife allegedly crashing into three cars.
New York City bodegas are now joining a push to change state law so that they can start selling wine and even hard liquor.
Maimonides Medical Center expanded its neonatal intensive care unit to 48 beds in 2024, the largest Level IV NICU in Brooklyn, as families navigate lengthy hospital stays with their most fragile newborns.
The Westchester County DA's office has released body camera footage showing what it says is the aftermath of a former Tuckahoe police chief's wife allegedly crashing into three cars.
New York City bodegas are now joining a push to change state law so that they can start selling wine and even hard liquor.
Cornell University and seven fraternity members are facing a lawsuit over rape allegations.
The United Nations General Assembly continued Tuesday in Manhattan, with President Trump speaking to the assembled delegates. There were also protests in the area, as was expected.
The Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport announced it welcomed its first-ever red panda cub, marking an important achievement for the endangered species.
Rain totals on Sunday were much less substantial compared to last Sunday's prolific totals, generally averaging less than 1 inch in most locations.
Fire departments were hard at work in Paterson, New Jersey, and Fairfield County, Connecticut, due to flash flooding on Sunday morning.
Rainy weather makes a return to the New York City area this weekend.
After a week filled with periods of storminess and high humidity, a calmer and drier weather pattern is settling in for the holiday weekend.
Amid speculation Jaxson Dart's knee injury is worse than first thought, Giants head coach John Harbaugh says "evaluations are ongoing."
A robbery at the Riverside Square Mall Tuesday prompted a concern about possible gunshots there, Hackensack police said.
Flights at Newark Liberty International, John F. Kennedy International and LaGuardia airports were delayed due to an equipment outage, the FAA says.
Part of a Lavallette, New Jersey, liquor store was boarded up and a bouquet of flowers was left outside Sunday night, somber reminders of a horrific crash that killed a woman a day earlier.
Trey Smack kicked a 26-yard field goal in overtime and the Packers snapped a six-game skid with a 20-17 victory over the Jets on Sunday.
The water quality is slowly improving in the Long Island Sound, according to a local nonprofit.
A 34-year-old man was conducting an experiment in his Mineola apartment when the mixture reacted violently, according to law enforcement officials.
CBS News New York's John Elliott reports from the Brain Aneurysm Foundation Long Island Run/Walk at Jones Beach State Park on Sept. 19, 2026.
The ground beneath a Long Island woman opened up, swallowing her into the earth below.
The ground beneath a Long Island woman opened up, swallowing her into the earth below. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
New York City bodegas are now joining a push to change state law so that they can start selling wine and even hard liquor.
The United Nations General Assembly continued Tuesday in Manhattan, with President Trump speaking to the assembled delegates. There were also protests in the area, as was expected.
The ongoing feud between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani erupted again Tuesday.
The settlement is to resolve an investigation alleging the company underpaid or delayed payment to its New York City workers.
The alert is in effect through Friday, as street closures and disruptions are causing traffic congestion on Manhattan's East Side.
NYU Langone has reached an agreement with the Justice Department to end gender-affirming care for minors.
A second person has died in the Legionnaires' disease cluster in the South Bronx.
Some people in Keyport, New Jersey, claim the site of a former aircraft manufacturing plant is to blame for a growing number of cancer diagnoses, but the state says otherwise.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
One person has died and a total of five people have been sickened by Legionnaires' disease in the Bronx.
An autopsy by the Greenville County Coroner's Office determined Hayden Panettiere's death was due to an accidental overdose of several drugs, including fentanyl.
Presley Gerber, the son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, has died at 27, a family spokesperson has confirmed.
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
A truck driver who spent two decades building a massive scale model of his native New York City was delighted when it went viral on TikTok.
The Feast of San Gennaro is filling New York City's Little Italy with faith, music, games and many treats starting Thursday.
With their 2-0 win over the Rays on Tuesday afternoon, the Yankees (90-66) moved six games ahead of the Red Sox for the AL's top wild-card spot.
Amid speculation Jaxson Dart's knee injury is worse than first thought, Giants head coach John Harbaugh says "evaluations are ongoing."
As the Yankees get prepared for the playoffs, the news is not good on the Aaron Judge front.
Adams had eight catches for 195 yards and two touchdowns as the Rams cruised past New York after Jaxson Dart's early exit due to a knee injury on Monday night.
Nolan Arenado hit his third grand slam of the season top help the Diamondbacks beat the Yankees 8-4 on Sunday.
Maimonides Medical Center expanded its neonatal intensive care unit to 48 beds in 2024, the largest Level IV NICU in Brooklyn, as families navigate lengthy hospital stays with their most fragile newborns.
Neighbors have been waiting since 2021 for the bridge over the Belt Parkway to be rebuilt and reconnect Bath Beach with the waterfront.
The People's Theatre now has its first permanent home in more than 15 years, thanks to help from theater legends from the neighborhood, like Lin-Manuel Miranda.
Brooklyn Greenway Initiative's 1.8-acre native plant sanctuary marks 10 years at a site where historians believe hundreds of human remains still lie
At a Bay Ridge school, students who were born years after the attacks are learning about Sept. 11 through the stories of parents, teachers and first responders who lived through it.
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.
A new ferry terminal was unveiled at Liberty State Park in Jersey City on Tuesday. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan got on the first ride in and shows us how the new facility will accommodate millions of visitors to the gateway of America.
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection shared test results Tuesday from an investigation in Keyport, where families are concerned about a growing number of cancer cases.
New York City health officials say they're expanding outreach effort in the deadly Bronx Legionnaires' disease cluster.
Starting Tuesday, drivers caught going more than 10 mph above the speed limit in work zones on MTA bridges and tunnels could face fines starting at $50 for the first offense.
President Trump delivered his remarks Tuesday at the United Nations General Assembly. Reaction ranged from applause to walkouts. Outside the U.N., there were protests and gridlock. Ed O'Keefe reports.
