NYC speed limit could go to 20 MPH after governor signs Sammy's Law
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed Sammy's Law Thursday, which grants New York City the authority to lower the citywide speed limit from 25 MPH to 20 MPH.
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Gov. Kathy Hochul signed Sammy's Law Thursday, which grants New York City the authority to lower the citywide speed limit from 25 MPH to 20 MPH.
Sammy's Law was named after 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, who was struck and killed by a driver in Brooklyn in 2013. CBS New York's John Dias reports.
New York City's comptroller is calling on the Adams administration to end its 60-day shelter limit for asylum seekers, calling it not only "cruel" but "hollow" and "inadequate."
New York City's comptroller released a report Thursday calling a policy limiting shelter stays for asylum seekers "cruel," "hollow" and "inadequate." CBS New York's Doug Williams reports the comptroller is now calling on the Adams administration to end it.
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced she will sign Sammy's Law, named after a boy who was killed by a speeding driver in Brooklyn over 10 years ago.
Tony Sadiku has the Tri-State Area's latest First Alert Forecast on CBS2 News At Noon.
Walks in the park just got a lot brighter thanks to Harlem Sculpture Gardens, the largest outdoor public art exhibit ever in the neighborhood. CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell reports.
Daniels was cross examined by Donald Trump's lawyers after she detailed a sexual encounter she had with him. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
The endangered sei whale was caught on the ship's bow when it arrived at the Port of Brooklyn, officials said.
If it feels like everyone in New York City is richer than you, it's because they probably are.
New York City is turning to Pay-By-Plate paperless technology for all parking meters.
A new attraction in Manhattan is bringing people from two continents together. A new sculpture on the Flatiron South Public Plaza allows people in New York to connect in real time with people in Dublin, Ireland.
It's getting harder for many people to afford living in New York City, according to a new market analysis. Rent grew more than 7 times faster than wages last year, according to data from Zillow, StreetEasy and the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
A New York City woman says two teens approached her, asking for a donation. Seconds later, they got away with thousands of dollars. CBS New York investigator Mahsa Saeidi discovered this woman isn't alone.
The Department of Transportation says Pay-By-Plate paperless technology will make things easier for New Yorkers and will help the environment.
The warm weather is here and that means there are lots of outdoor events happening in New York City. Rossilynne Culgan, Things to Do Editor at Time Out New York, joins CBS New York to discuss.
Arrests were made Tuesday night as pro-Palestinian protesters gathered outside New York City's Fashion Institute of Technology, police say.
With rallies becoming more prevalent in New York City, Mayor Eric Adams is now reaching into his own pockets to say the city will not tolerate chaos in the name of free speech. CBS New York's Ali Bauman reports.
With new power granted by the state, New York City has launched a crackdown on illegal smoke shops.
The 2024 Met Gala saw hundreds of celebrities looking their best on fashion's biggest night.
It's almost time for the 2024 Met Gala, and we a have look at when the red carpet starts and how long it will last before it ends.
Watch celebrity interviews and see the boldest outfits on the red carpet at the 2024 Met Gala.
The 2024 Met Gala saw hundreds of celebrities looking their best on fashion's biggest night. CBS New York's Ali Bauman reports.
The protesters at times clashed with police and even pro-Israel supporters on Madison Avenue and in Central Park, just outside of the massive police perimeter. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram has the latest.
Riverdale resident Leo Shliselberg says despite the hardships he's experienced in life, the best medicine is laughter.
