Loophole lets man live rent-free for 5 years in landmark New York hotel
Mickey Barreto went too far when he filed paperwork falsely claiming ownership of the entire New Yorker Hotel building — and tried to charge another tenant rent.
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Mickey Barreto went too far when he filed paperwork falsely claiming ownership of the entire New Yorker Hotel building — and tried to charge another tenant rent.
The city filed a lawsuit against TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat and YouTube.
From the sidewalks and from the street, New Yorkers shouted well wishes to the newlyweds.
Appointments to tie the knot were a hot commodity this Valentine's Day at New York's office of the city clerk; all slots were taken. CBS New York's Vanessa Murdock reports.
Lonnie Quinn has the Tri-State Area's latest First Alert Forecast on CBS2 News at 11.
CBS New York political reporter Marcia Kramer puts the contest in perspective as Republican's hold a razor-thin majority in the House of Representatives.
Pilip promised to continue fighting for her campaign promises despite losing the special election. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Republican Mazi Pilip addressed her supporters and conceded to Democrat Tom Suozzi in the race to replace George Santos.
Democrat Tom Suozzi addressed his supporters after his projected win over Republican Mazi Pilip in the race to replace George Santos.
Democrat Landon Dais is projected to defeat Republican Norman McGill in the 77th district in the Bronx.
The victim, a 25-year-old driving instructor, told CBS New York he had just gotten out of his vehicle to let a student in when another man attacked him.
The Suozzi and Pilip campaigns are saying the special election to replace George Santos could come down to absentee ballots. CBS New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
Republican Mazi Pilip, the Nassau County legislator hoping to defeat Democrat Tom Suozzi, emerged with her GOP entourage at her campaign headquarters in Eisenhower Park. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Lonnie Quinn has the Tri-State Area's latest First Alert Forecast on CBS2 News at 5.
A grand jury will hear the case against 15-year-old Jesus Rivas-Figueroa, who was charged as an adult after the shooting in Times Square.
The National Retail Federation estimates Americans will spend $2.6 billion on Valentine's Day flowers.
Jesus Rivas-Figueroa allegedly shot and injured a tourist from Brazil after he was confronted about shoplifting and then fired at officers who were trying to arrest him.
Some parents complained about serious connectivity issues, delays and problems logging into virtual classrooms.
While getting around wasn't easy, New Yorkers tried to make the best of the snowy weather Tuesday. Many took the opportunity to get outdoors. CBS New York's Vanessa Murdock reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/49ePL2d
Tuesday's weather caused some concern about voter turnout for the special election to replace George Santos. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/4bxwbjf
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect late Monday night into Tuesday for most of region.
One person was killed and five were wounded in a shooting at a Bronx subway station.
At least one person died and five were hurt in a shooting on an elevated subway platform in the Bronx. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
At least 1 person died and 5 were injured in the shooting, CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
Animal rescuers and building residents said they've seen dead and trapped pigeons in the netting in recent weeks. CBS New York's Nick Caloway reports.
Trump's threat to destroy Iran's power plants and bridges if it doesn't make a deal to end the war by Tuesday is looming over a Pakistani ceasefire push.
A man was shot after the NYPD said he charged at officers with a kitchen knife Monday morning outside of an East Harlem grocery store.
Farhana Islam is the first woman to be named Special Agent in Charge of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's New York Enforcement Division.
Will Cuylle recorded his first NHL hat trick and the Rangers dealt the playoff-hopeful Capitals a blow with an 8-1 win on Sunday night.
Jacob Markstrom made 18 saves for his first shutout of the season and the Devils beat Montreal 3-0 on Sunday night, ending the Canadiens' eight-game winning streak.
A man was shot after the NYPD said he charged at officers with a kitchen knife Monday morning outside of an East Harlem grocery store.
Farhana Islam is the first woman to be named Special Agent in Charge of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's New York Enforcement Division.
A woman on her way to New York City went into labor as her flight was about to land at JFK Airport on Saturday. Caribbean Airlines confirmed she gave birth on Flight BW005, which was en route from Kingston, Jamaica.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
History was made Saturday night at Madison Square Garden as the Sirens played the Torrent before a sold-out crowd.
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.
Jabari Bush is accused of fatally shooting active-duty Bridgeport Firefighter Terrence Cramer in Shelton, police said.
Warmer weather will return to New York City and the surrounding area soon.
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.
Rain has returned for Easter Sunday in the New York area after the holiday weekend kicked off with May-like weather.
With just over one square mile of land, the City of Hoboken says the 2026 FIFA World Cup could be a once-in-a-generation opportunity for homeowners.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her family are moving into Drumthwacket, the governor's official residence in Princeton.
Patrick Roy has been abruptly fired as head coach of the New York Islanders.
Stony Brook University professor Timothy Glotch is one of 10 scientists selected to shape research plans for NASA's next Artemis missions.
A Long Island man accused of shooting his sister in the head with a crossbow pleaded not guilty to attempted murder Thursday.
A Long Island high schooler and his mom are being credited with saving a sleeping neighbor from a house fire.
New York Republican gubernatorial nominee Bruce Blakeman said Tuesday he will sue the state after the Campaign Finance Board denied him matching funds.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman outlined the most critical moments he expects in the coming days as Artemis II astronauts continue their journey around the far side of the moon.
A U.S. crew member who went missing when an F-15E fighter jet was shot down over a remote area of Iran has been rescued by U.S. forces.
The changes were likely to affect Associate Attorney General Stanley Woodward, the No. 3 official at the Justice Department and Harmeet Dhillon, the Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division.
President Trump ordered the Department of Homeland Security to find a way to pay "each and every employee" of the agency.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her family are moving into Drumthwacket, the governor's official residence in Princeton.
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.
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 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.
Will Cuylle recorded his first NHL hat trick and the Rangers dealt the playoff-hopeful Capitals a blow with an 8-1 win on Sunday night.
Jacob Markstrom made 18 saves for his first shutout of the season and the Devils beat Montreal 3-0 on Sunday night, ending the Canadiens' eight-game winning streak.
Pinch-hitter Graham Pauley had a go-ahead, two-run double in a four-run eighth inning, and the Marlins held off the Yankees 7-6 on Sunday.
Nolan Traore hit five 3-pointers and finished with 23 points and seven assists, Jalen Wilson added 19 points and the Nets beat the Wizards 121-115 on Sunday.
Pinch-hitter Luis Torrens keyed New York's four-run eighth inning with a two-run double and the Mets made it three straight wins over the San Francisco Giants with a 5-2 victory.
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.
From World War II to modern mixology, women in Brooklyn fought for their place behind the bar. This Women's History Month, their legacy continues to influence the city's nightlife.
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.
The crew of Artemis II has entered a new phase of its mission as they head to the far side of the moon, where they will lose contact with NASA for a period of time. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn reports.
The Coast Guard had to airlift four people off a yacht after severe weather and 12-foot seas stalled the boat.
A 30-year-old and 50-year-old man were shot while outside a restaurant on Sunday night in Cypress Hills Brooklyn, the NYPD said.
Savannah Guthrie is set to return to the "Today" show for the first time since her mother's disappearance. Nancy Guthrie, 84, was last seen on Jan. 31 at her Tucson, Arizona, home.
President Trump is escalating threats against Iran as new details emerge on the daring rescue of a U.S. airman inside the Islamic Republic.
