Ex-Mascot For Yankees' Minor League Team Sues Club
A Pennsylvania man who worked as the mascot for a Yankees minor league team claims his former employer violated worker protection laws.
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A Pennsylvania man who worked as the mascot for a Yankees minor league team claims his former employer violated worker protection laws.
The Yankees have acquired outfielder Justin Maxwell from the Washington Nationals for minor league right-hander Adam Olbrychowski.
Craig was not pleased to deliver some somber news about the Yankees this morning, but it comes with the territory when you host a radio show in New York.
Less than two weeks until pitchers and catchers, and the rest of the players aren't too far behind. While Derek Jeter, Alex Rodriguez, and Jorge Posada will continue to be the centers of attention, Nick Swisher brings his swagger back for a third year in pinstripes.
The Rays are counting on Manny Ramirez and Johnny Damon to help them remain competitive against the Yankees and Red Sox in baseball's toughest division.
Craig opened Wednesday's show with a bold declaration - according to him, neither the Mets nor the Yankees will make the playoffs this year. Do you agree?
The Steinbrenner family, as part of a renovation project at the Yankees' spring training stadium, decided that team co-chairman Hank Steinbrenner will use the office of his late father, George Steinbrenner.
With pitchers and catchers set to report in just a few short weeks, I found myself contemplating the upcoming spring training season. Do the results of spring training games have any effect on regular season success or failure?
Free agent pitcher Freddy Garcia and the Yankees have reached agreement on a minor league deal, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Monday night.
Derek Jeter and team hitting coach Kevin Long have completed three days of pre-spring training drills.
The Yankees believe Rangers owner Chuck Greenberg implied in remarks made to fans in Texas Thursday that he got one over on the storied franchise.
Derek Jeter gets old. You get old. I get old. But to state the truth about Jeter has become blasphemy to those who can't accept the fact that he won't be great forever.
According to Jon Heyman of WFAN, the Yankees' offer to Andy Pettitte "is or will be" worth $12 million over one year.
In the midst of a raging debate on whether he will eventually be asked to abandon his position at shortstop, Derek Jeter has added a new dimension to his pre-spring training workout.
So much has already been said about the Yankees this off-season. Apparently, not enough. Enter Hank Steinbrenner.
The former Yankees manager says he's leaning toward accepting a job with Commissioner Bud Selig that would allow him to stay in Los Angeles.
Joe Torre, Bobby Cox and Lou Piniella have been honored by the Baseball Writers' Association of America for their long careers.
In this episode of By The Numbers, former guest blogger Ray Aumack gives us wonderful look at a wonderful human being.
In a move mirroring those of his famous father, Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner overruled general manager Brian Cashman in giving a $35 million, three-year contract to Rafael Soriano.
Rafael Soriano was introduced at Yankee Stadium on Wednesday and put on a pinstriped jersey with No. 29, a day after completing a $35 million, three-year contract.
A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that the New York Yankees have reached a three-year agreement with AL saves leader Rafael Soriano.
Joe Torre says he and MLB commissioner Bud Selig have had several discussions in recent weeks and expect to talk again during the two-day owners meeting that began Wednesday.
Former major league manager Dallas Green thanked his extended baseball family for their support on the shooting death of his granddaughter and five others in Tucson, Ariz.
The New York Yankees are bringing back Luis Sojo to manage Single-A Tampa. Sojo managed the Tampa Yankees for four years before taking off last season.
The Yankees today offered their condolences and sympathy to Dallas Green and his family on the loss of Dallas' granddaughter Christina Green, who was killed in the Tucson shootings.
Times Square will host eight ball drops to celebrate Independence Day. Each ball drop will coincide with midnight in every American time zone.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are expected to welcome around 1,000 guests at Madison Square Garden to celebrate their wedding, sources say.
Major retail stores will be open on Friday, although some may have modified hours on Saturday, July 4.
The World Cup is renewing the call for ferry service from West Harlem.
A website will pay a $200,000 fine for listing illegal parking lots near JFK Airport on its app.
Times Square will host eight ball drops to celebrate Independence Day. Each ball drop will coincide with midnight in every American time zone.
The World Cup is renewing the call for ferry service from West Harlem.
A website will pay a $200,000 fine for listing illegal parking lots near JFK Airport on its app.
From Long Island to the World Cup, Joe Scally is making his hometown proud playing with the U.S. men's national team.
The NYPD has announced street closures around Madison Square Garden for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100 degrees set on this date in 1966.
The New York, New Jersey area is preparing for extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources get ready to keep residents cool.
Dangerously hot weather is beginning in the New York City area, with an Extreme Heat Warning about to go into effect.
Monday's severe weather has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the system is leaving the area.
After a tranquil, warm weekend, more turbulent weather lies ahead in the New York City area.
It was not immediately clear how many Delaney Hall detainees were impacted by the air conditioning issue or whether repairs were complete.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100 degrees set on this date in 1966.
Jersey City Mayor James Solomon is now lowering a proposed tax hike from 20% to 15%, but many residents says it's still a painful pill to swallow.
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for the entire region through Saturday. Temperatures could feel like 110 degrees or more.
The annual 3% increase affects trains, buses, light rail and the Access Link. It comes as commuters have been dealing with service issues.
From Long Island to the World Cup, Joe Scally is making his hometown proud playing with the U.S. men's national team.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100° set on this date in 1966. That was the last time we hit 100° in Central Park was in 2012. CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn, Doug Williams, Mahsa Saeidi, Dave Carlin and Christine Sloan have team coverage.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100 degrees set on this date in 1966.
Point Lookout and other areas on Lido Beach were immediately red-flagged for swimming after the shark was spotted in the water.
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for the entire region through Saturday. Temperatures could feel like 110 degrees or more.
It was not immediately clear how many Delaney Hall detainees were impacted by the air conditioning issue or whether repairs were complete.
New York City Zohran Mamdani remained unperturbed after taking a viral roasting for telling sweat-soaked New Yorkers in the middle of an expected heat wave to set their thermostats to 78° to protect the power grid.
Jersey City Mayor James Solomon is now lowering a proposed tax hike from 20% to 15%, but many residents says it's still a painful pill to swallow.
Investigations are underway into possible fraudulent activity at some of these kinds of facilities across New York, CBS News has learned.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani will give a major speech in front of the George Washington desk at City Hall on Friday morning to mark America's 250th birthday, sources say.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Justice Department from executing subpoenas in a criminal probe that sought transgender care records for patients treated at New York hospitals.
An off-duty EMT jumped into action at the Knicks parade Thursday when a man appeared to be suffering from an overdose.
New York broadcast giant Bill Ritter announced Friday he is stepping down from the WABC anchor desk after being diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer's.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are expected to welcome around 1,000 guests at Madison Square Garden to celebrate their wedding, sources say.
The NYPD has announced street closures around Madison Square Garden for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donated to 20 local and national charities ahead of their wedding Friday.
Two elite event designers shared their thoughts on how Taylor Swift's team might transform Madison Square Garden.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
Camilo Doval forced in the go-ahead run with a bases-loaded walk in a four-run 11th inning that gave the Tigers a 6-2 victory over the Yankees on Wednesday.
Sean Keys hit his first career home run, Myles Straw added a pinch-hit shot and the Blue Jays beat the Mets 9-3 in a Canada Day matinee Wednesday.
The Boston Celtics have reportedly signed NBA free agents Mitchell Robinson and Mike Conley Jr.
Riley Greene hit two of Detroit's four homers off Cam Schlittler as the Tigers beat the Yankees 9-3 on Tuesday night and sent New York to its season-worst sixth straight loss.
The World Cup is renewing the call for ferry service from West Harlem.
As children cooled off in a splash pad steps from the empty Red Hook Pool, families in the neighborhood said they are once again waiting for answers about when the public pool will open for the summer.
Miss Subways was a citywide contest that highlighted everyday New York women doing amazing things. The competition no longer exists but former titleholders say the message still rings true.
Fans gathered at the Brooklyn Public Library on Thursday for limited-edition card marking 30 years of "Reasonable Doubt."
After learning to swim in her 40s, one school leader is helping students gain life-saving skills.
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 couple is expected to have their big day at Madison Square Garden, prompting heavy security and some road closures. CBS News New York's Aziza Shuler reports.
As Mexico continues playing in the World Cup, a New Jersey restaurant is bringing the energy as fans cheer on their beloved team. CBS News New York's Luis Miguel Echegaray reports.
Officials are urging New Yorkers to stay in the AC, stay hydrated and limit time outside as the heat wave continues. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
More than 100 fire and EMS personnel responded to the fire at a house on Ridgewood Avenue in Cypress Hills.
The crash happened around 1:20 a.m. Friday near West 41st Street and 11th Avenue. Police say the bus driver isn't facing charges as of now.
