22 Years To Life For Man Who Bludgeoned 83-Year-Old Lois Colley To Death With Fire Extinguisher
Victor Gomez, a 35-year-old immigrant from Guatemala, admitted he used a fire extinguisher to beat her to death in her laundry room in 2015.
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Victor Gomez, a 35-year-old immigrant from Guatemala, admitted he used a fire extinguisher to beat her to death in her laundry room in 2015.
Three months ago, a simple checkup revealed he was on the brink of death. A rare disorder immediately put him on the heart transplant list. He hasn't left the hospital since.
It's a dangerous and deadly trend -- stray bullets flying across the boroughs, striking innocent bystanders.
Last June, Junior was dragged outside of a Bronx bodega and attacked with knives and a machete.
The four-alarm fire started around 4 a.m. on East 17th Street near Avenue O in Midwood.
Police said the suspect was taken to the hospital for evaluation and charged with criminal mischief.
Police said the suspects made off with cash registers containing approximately $2,000.
CBS2 has learned that, this month alone, seven people have been struck by stray bullets in six different incidents in the city. The most recent was Wednesday morning.
CBS2's Dick Brennan explains how a career in coding might be paving the way for students – allowing them to wait before they pay.
Valerie Cincinelli appeared at a divorce court hearing with the estranged husband she's accused of trying to have killed.
Incidents involving the homeless have more than tripled in the past decade, many causing serious delays. Now, the police have a potential solution.
Plans for a double cap on for-hire vehicles in the city was announced Wednesday.
Liz Cole has lived and worked in New York City for most of her adult life. She says the realities of aging in the city, being her own support system, and living on a fixed income is stressful.
The actor has agreed to turn himself in to the Special Victims Unit and is expected to face charges.
A study by officials in New York City found that prices on goods marketed to women are seven percent higher than prices for men's products.
On Ellis Island, they're celebrating the history of pizza, and the immigrant families who brought this delicious food to America.
Nabeela Aziz, 47, was struck by a white SUV, believed to be a Dodge, around 11 p.m. Tuesday near 64th Avenue and 223rd Place in Bayside.
The heroes and survivors of the Sept. 11, 2001 terror attacks are one step closer to getting life-long medical support.
Investigators said he's placed everything from a fire extinguisher to a shovel on the rails, creating potentially dangerous situations.
Moments before Jon Stewart blasted Congress for failing to make sure the 9/11 victims' compensation fund never runs out of money, an emotional moment took place in the hallway, just prior to his testimony.
Renderings show the planned new Gilder Center for Science, Education and Innovation at the American Museum of Natural History. The groundbreaking was held Wednesday.
Renderings show the planned new Gilder Center for Science, Education and Innovation at the American Museum of Natural History. The groundbreaking was held on June 12, 2019.
Police said someone spray-painted "F*** Jews" on the front door of a medical office late Monday night in Harlem. It happened shortly after 11 p.m. on West 124th Street.
It includes new restrictions on how much the rent can be increased in units covered by the regulations and would put an end to a landlord's ability to remove a unit from rent stabilization based on a tenant's income.
Army veteran Everett Palmer Jr. went to Pennsylvania in April of 2018 to resolve an outstanding DUI warrant from two years prior. He was booked and put in a single cell at York County Prison. Days later, he was dead.
Wednesday is sentencing day for Rex Heuermann, long the suspect in Gilgo Beach serial killer case that has loomed over Long Island for more than three decades.
Sal Stewart hit a three-run homer and Spencer Steer added a solo shot during a four-run first inning as the Reds defeated the Mets 5-3 on Tuesday night.
Spencer Jones homered in the second inning, Ben Rice and Paul Goldschmidt each added a two-run drive in the fourth, and the Yankees rocked the White Sox 12-2 on Tuesday night.
Tuesday was an unusual Election Day in one Long Island village. The job of mayor in Bayville is up for grabs, but no one is officially running.
The best golfers in the world and their passionate fans are descending on Shinnecock Hills Golf Club on Long Island's East End for the 126th U.S. Open.
Wednesday is sentencing day for Rex Heuermann, long the suspect in Gilgo Beach serial killer case that has loomed over Long Island for more than three decades.
Tuesday was an unusual Election Day in one Long Island village. The job of mayor in Bayville is up for grabs, but no one is officially running.
The best golfers in the world and their passionate fans are descending on Shinnecock Hills Golf Club on Long Island's East End for the 126th U.S. Open.
A plane landed safely at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City on Tuesday after reporting one damaged tire.
There is good news for hard-pressed New York state residents -- 3 million will be receiving tax relief checks in the next few months.
Dangerous heat is building across the Tri-State Area with the threat of severe storms, making Thursday and Friday First Alert Weather Days.
Thursday and Friday will be First Alert Weather Days in the New York City area, with high temperatures and the chance for strong storms.
The Stamford Fire Department said high winds ripped the 3,000-square-foot flag off the pole atop the WWE building and sent it flying into electrical wires.
Storms hit the New York City area on Saturday, bringing damaging winds, hail and downpours across the region.
It's unseasonably warm in New York City on Wednesday as humidity adds to the summer-like weather. There's also a slight chance for showers in parts of the Tri-State Area.
Six women and girls had acid thrown on them in Jersey City Monday night, officials said. It happened around 7:30 p.m. on in front of a house on Wilkinson Avenue near Ocean Avenue.
The Tuesday evening rush coincided with the end of the match between Senegal and France at MetLife Stadium.
New Jersey officials are once again urging World Cup ticket holders to lean on public transportation to get to Tuesday's match between France and Senegal.
The FBI is investigating after a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent was struck by a vehicle and then opened fire in New Jersey on Monday morning.
Vinícius Júnior scored an equalizing goal in the 32nd minute to give five-time champion Brazil a 1-1 draw against Morocco.
Wednesday is sentencing day for Rex Heuermann, long the suspect in Gilgo Beach serial killer case that has loomed over Long Island for more than three decades.
Tuesday was an unusual Election Day in one Long Island village. The job of mayor in Bayville is up for grabs, but no one is officially running.
The best golfers in the world and their passionate fans are descending on Shinnecock Hills Golf Club on Long Island's East End for the 126th U.S. Open.
There is good news for hard-pressed New York state residents -- 3 million will be receiving tax relief checks in the next few months.
Controversy is swirling in one Long Island village after Pride flags were taken down just as celebrations were ramping up. The move followed complaints about them hanging above banners honoring local military heroes.
Tuesday was an unusual Election Day in one Long Island village. The job of mayor in Bayville is up for grabs, but no one is officially running.
There is good news for hard-pressed New York state residents -- 3 million will be receiving tax relief checks in the next few months.
Gov. Kathy Hochul says millions of New York homeowners are set to receive $2 billion in property tax relief.
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
The U.S. and Iran are expected to meet for a signing ceremony on Friday, June 19, in Switzerland, Pakistan's prime minister said.
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.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is urging people to donate blood ahead of the summer months.
There's no vaccine for the Bourbon virus, nor medicine to treat it, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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.
Taylor Swift attended Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
The Broadway revival of the musical (nominated for 11 Tony Awards) depicts drama, joy and heartbreak in the pursuit of the American Dream at the turn of the 20th century, with parallels to the contemporary world, from issues of race to the immigrant experience.
Madonna performed a surprise concert in Times Square weeks before the release of her "Confessions II" album.
Sal Stewart hit a three-run homer and Spencer Steer added a solo shot during a four-run first inning as the Reds defeated the Mets 5-3 on Tuesday night.
Spencer Jones homered in the second inning, Ben Rice and Paul Goldschmidt each added a two-run drive in the fourth, and the Yankees rocked the White Sox 12-2 on Tuesday night.
The best golfers in the world and their passionate fans are descending on Shinnecock Hills Golf Club on Long Island's East End for the 126th U.S. Open.
The New York Knicks will be honored with a ticker-tape parade Thursday. Here's the parade route, start time, and more.
New Jersey officials are once again urging World Cup ticket holders to lean on public transportation to get to Tuesday's match between France and Senegal.
A vending machine in Coney Island is offering something unusual alongside the neighborhood's classic attractions: original artwork from local artists.
A years-long battle is intensifying over the future of an old rail line in Queens that was abandoned after a fire over 50 years ago.
Harlem's historic Cotton Club recently announced it was up for sale. The news comes as jazz clubs across the borough disappear.
Jasir Gipson was shot by a stray bullet at 5 years old while walking with his mother. More than a decade later, he's graduating from high school with nothing but a smile.
Garbage piling up near freight train tracks is frustrating many Maspeth residents.
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 Vanessa Murdock has the latest forecast for Thursday's Knicks championship parade in Lower Manhattan.
NJ Transit continues to receive praise for moving thousands of people between New York City and East Rutherford, New Jersey, without incident. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
Heuermann, 62, pleaded guilty back in April to murdering eight women dating to 1993. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has a look ahead at the conditions for the Knicks championship parade on Thursday morning.
A party was held at Stew Leonard's on Tuesday to honor the Yonkers Montessori Academy girls basketball team, which back in March became the first Yonkers team to win a state title since 1932. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
