More than 7,000 asylum seekers have arrived in NYC in last 2 weeks, mayor's office says
The latest were bused in from Philadelphia on Wednesday after a plane from Texas was diverted due to weather. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
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The latest were bused in from Philadelphia on Wednesday after a plane from Texas was diverted due to weather. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
The state has authorized the East Village shop to do so, but some neighbors say it's hurting the community. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell has more on how people are honoring their heritage around the city.
Tommy Liberto, aka "Mr. Christmas Tree," has been wearing the festive costume and putting smiles on New Yorkers' faces for a decade.
The NYPD said officers were also strategically deployed to ensure the Grinch could not steal Christmas.
Tommy Liberto, aka "Mr. Christmas Tree," has been wearing the festive costume and putting smiles on New Yorkers' faces for a decade. CBS New York's Shosh Bedrosian reports.
Tony Sadiku has the Tri-State Area's latest First Alert Forecast on CBS2 News at 11.
Police are looking for the person who attacked two people in Jackson Heights with a hammer on Christmas.
Protesters were out for hours, starting along Fifth Avenue near the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree before heading downtown.
Santa got an assist from New York's bravest delivering toys to children in Brooklyn.
Tony Sadiku has the Tri-State Area's latest First Alert Forecast on CBS2 News at 6.
Crowds dressed festively in purple celebrated the release of the reimagined version of a classic film. CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell reports.
The gift 57-year-old Carlos Toro is most grateful for is time, which he worried he didn't have after a massive heart attack last year. CBS New York's Jarred Hill reports.
Two people were hurt after a fire spread through a construction shed in the Bronx on Monday.
New York's political leaders spent Christmas Day reflecting on the challenges of the past year, while also spreading a message of hope. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
More than 300 volunteers helped pack and deliver meals on Christmas Day.
More than 300 volunteers helped pack and deliver meals on Christmas Day.
Thousands gathered in the heart of New York City to celebrate Christmas and worship at St. Patrick's Cathedral on Monday.
Thousands gathered in the heart of New York City to celebrate Christmas and worship at St. Patrick's Cathedral on Monday. CBS New York's Tim McNicholas reports.
From Times Square to subway stations, Tommy Liberto has been bringing Christmas cheer to all corners of New York City for years.
From Times Square to subway stations, Tommy Laberto has brought Christmas cheer to all corners of New York City for years.
Tony Sadiku has the Tri-State Area's latest First Alert Forecast on CBS2 News at 11.
Firefighters rushed to the scene in Gramercy Park after a report of a manhole fire on Sunday.
The car jumped the curb, hit the sidewalk shed and knocked down several support columns, according to the Department of Buildings.
Smoke filled the High Street station after a fire on the tracks. CBS New York's Shosh Bedrosian reports.
Under the new initiative, restaurants will no longer automatically provide plastic utensils, napkins or condiments in takeout orders.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
Savannah Guthrie said she and her family have been "in agony and despair ever since" her mother Nancy's disappearance in February.
Disgraced former Congressman George Santos has agreed to pay $35,000 to settle a federal investigation into his suspicious trades on the prediction marketplace Kalshi.
Kyle Stowers homered for the second straight night Friday, powering the Marlins to a 5-2 win over the Mets.
Disgraced former Congressman George Santos has agreed to pay $35,000 to settle a federal investigation into his suspicious trades on the prediction marketplace Kalshi.
New York City's Summer Streets celebration returned to Manhattan on Saturday for the 2026 season.
For some Long Island families, the cost of supplies, clothes and other back-to-school essentials is becoming a growing challenge.
Doctors in Suffolk County have reported three cases of a rare tick-borne disease known as rabbit fever so far this summer. A 9-year-old boy shared his experiences with the illness.
There are new questions about who's looking out for New York City's children after a Bronx mother and grandmother were charged in the death of a teenager with autism.
There's been a report of a bigfoot sighting near the Pachaug State Forest in Connecticut.
Heavy rain is complicating efforts to recover a teenage boy from the West River in New Haven. Strong currents and an increased flow have made the job even more difficult.
It's another rainy day in the Tri-State Area with a flood watch for parts of New York and Connecticut.
There was a tornado warning in Sussex and Warren Counties in New Jersey as more severe weather passed through our area.
Weather conditions go downhill Tuesday and Wednesday with rain and potentially strong storms on deck for the New York area.
Under the new initiative, restaurants will no longer automatically provide plastic utensils, napkins or condiments in takeout orders.
The body of a missing girl was found in the Passaic River in New Jersey after a two-day search, officials said.
A New Jersey police department is getting creative when it comes to cracking down on distracted drivers.
Three children were swept into the Passaic River Wednesday night. A little boy was later found dead, and a young girl is still missing.
Three kids entered the Passaic River Wednesday night. A little boy was later found dead, and investigators are still searching for one of the girls.
John Elliott reports from Glen Cove, Long Island, for Swim Across America Open Water Swim.
Some homeowners on Long Island say teenage pranks have escalated into vandalism. A game of ding-dong ditch is keeping residents up at night and, in at least one case, has done damage. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
For some Long Island families, the cost of supplies, clothes and other back-to-school essentials is becoming a growing challenge.
Doctors in Suffolk County have reported three cases of a rare tick-borne disease known as rabbit fever so far this summer. A 9-year-old boy shared his experiences with the illness.
For some Long Island families, the cost of supplies, clothes and other back-to-school essentials is becoming a growing challenge. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
A Brooklyn grandmother went to the dentist hoping to fix her smile. Instead, her daughter says she lost her teeth, her health, and her independence.
President Trump said Todd Blanche will remain acting attorney general as a holdup on his nomination continues.
Republican New York gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman is deploying a campaign strategy that echoes the national GOP playbook — attack Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate to testify on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic but invoked his Fifth Amendment rights in answering all questions.
Letters have been sent to thousands of New York City homeowners, stating they may have to pay the new controversial pied-à-terre tax. But some residents say they shouldn't be on that list.
The source of exposure for the Legionnaires cluster on Manhattan's Upper East Side has been eliminated, according to the New York City Health Department.
A seventh person has died from Legionnaires' disease in connection with the Upper East Side cluster, New York City's health commissioner said Thursday.
Thirty-four cooling towers at 33 buildings on the Upper East Side tested positive for live Legionella bacteria, the New York City Health Department announced Tuesday.
An attorney representing an Upper East Side woman whose husband just died from Legionnaires' disease is planning to take legal action.
Studies show older adults are among the safest drivers on the road, but crashes involving seniors are on the rise.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
A new Broadway show based on Prince's movie and album "Purple Rain" will take the stage at Broadway's Majestic Theatre in March.
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS and Shakira each brought a bit of one of their hits to the World Cup's first halftime show in a whirlwind performance Sunday that also squeezed in Burna Boy, Ted Lasso and many Muppets.
Kyle Stowers homered for the second straight night Friday, powering the Marlins to a 5-2 win over the Mets.
Toronto FC earned a 1-1 draw with New York City FC at Yankee Stadium on Friday night, but saw its winless streak reach 11 matches.
Will Warren pitched four-hit ball into the seventh inning, Amed Rosario and rookie Spencer Jones each homered and the New York Yankees beat the Chicago Cubs 2-0.
Luis Robert Jr. had a two-run single to cap an eighth-inning rally in the Mets' 4-2 victory over the Marlins on Thursday night.
Tristan Peters drew a bases-loaded walk in the 11th inning to force in automatic runner Chase Meidroth and the Chicago White Sox edged the Yankees 2-1.
Parents in Harlem say their children's walk to summer camp is littered with trash, illegal dumping and a growing encampment.
A specialized program from God's Love We Deliver is serving nearly 400 veterans with medically tailored meals, while helping combat isolation and ease the challenges of life after military service.
The Newtown Creek Alliance community science project gives students hands-on experience monitoring the health of one of the most polluted waterways in the U.S.
The FIFA World Cup is delivering a business boost for many bars and restaurants across New York City, but not every industry is seeing the same payoff.
Two Upper West Side children went on a mission to visit 40 playgrounds in one day, hoping to set a record.
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 John Elliott has your First Alert Forecast for August 1 at 6 p.m.
Saturday was the first day of Jets camp with fans. CBS News New York's Steve Overmyer reports.
K-pop boy band BTS will play MetLife Stadium on Saturday night for the first of two concerts in New Jersey.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has extended the deadline for the pied-à-terre tax exemption application.
Community leaders came together in Queens on Saturday to demand action that would put a stop to human trafficking and prostitution in the area.
