Speaker Johnson Urges Caution On Potential NYC Fur Ban
The fur is flying, yet again, over a bill to ban the sale of fur in the Big Apple.
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The fur is flying, yet again, over a bill to ban the sale of fur in the Big Apple.
Hart Island, a giant cemetery that many advocates consider neglected for years, is finally getting noticed by City Hall.
Marking 17 years since 9/11 rescue, recovery and relief efforts officially ended at Ground Zero, the new memorial honors all those who are suffering or have died from exposure to toxins following 9/11.
George Catalano, 36, turned himself in. He's charged with assault and reckless endangerment.
A 34-year-old woman had no idea she was being followed into her Prospect Park South apartment building on Friday morning.
As people across the Tri-State Area spent the day cleaning up from Tuesday's storm, more severe weather passed through packing strong winds and heavy rains.
It's one of the best times of the year for sports fans, and that means it's time to make your plans around the NBA Finals, which begin on May 30.
Sources tell CBS2 it was the result of a long term investigation by the Queens district attorney's office.
Investigators say the suspect argued with the teens - a 16-year-old boy, a 16-year-old girl and a 17-year-old girl - before stabbing them.
Service to Montauk and the Hamptons was disrupted over the holiday weekend after two Long Island Rail Road trains swiped each other.
The lawyer for three high-level administrators suing the city Department of Education for $90 million is expected to talk publicly today about their claims.
Heidi Schreck is writing her own story about making it on Broadway. The actress and playwright is nominated for two Tony Awards for "What the Constitution Means to Me". As the play's author and star, Schreck has a passion audiences are embracing. CBS2's Dave Carlin interviewed the first-time nominee.
In his Broadway debut as a composer, Joe Iconis is nominated for a Tony Award. Iconis wrote the music and lyrics for the new musical "Be More Chill". He spoke to CBS2's Dave Carlin about creating a show that continues to attract fans.
Uber will first send tips on how customers can to get their ratings back up, including not asking drivers to speed, avoid being rude, or leaving trash in the cars.
Flyers in and out of JFK dropped $72,392.74 last year.
Making LaBarbera's release even more controversial, the Rockland County man reportedly continues to blame McCain for the murder and has not accepted responsibility for his role in Bohovesky's death
Except for some reliable bleachers, everything at the performing arts festival's temporary venue in the heart of the park is brand new this year.
Wednesday was a heart-wrenching day for a mother whose husband was murdered four years ago.
Does getting hired for a top job at the city Department of Education depend on your on race? That's the charge in a stunning $90 million lawsuit filed against School Chancellor Richard Carranza.
Palmer is accused of fatally shooting his daughter-in-law, 39-year-old Tammy Pannirello Palmer, in Stony Point in September of 2012.
The move comes after National Weather Service officials confirmed an EF-1 tornado hit Stanhope and Hopatcong, N.J.
A graduation ceremony in Queens was blessed with a unique twist Wednesday.
Academy Award winner Ron Howard is directing a new documentary about the untold story of legendary opera singer Luciano Pavarotti.
The Cross Bronx Expressway has reopened to all traffic following an earlier tractor-trailer fire.
The NYPD released video of the latest incident at a Bushwick deli late Sunday.
A New Yorker has tested positive for West Nile virus, the city health department announced Wednesday.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is advancing to the next round of the Little League World Series.
The couple said in January 2020 that they would be stepping away from "senior" royal roles and were working to become financially independent from the royal family.
Researchers say an alarming study on cognitive decline is specific to the African American community in Newark, New Jersey.
Carson Benge hitting a two-run homer to conclude an impressive series, helping the Mets beat the Padres 4-2 on Wednesday.
A New Yorker has tested positive for West Nile virus, the city health department announced Wednesday.
There was a 911 outage in the Bronx overnight Tuesday, the mayor's office confirmed Wednesday. The outage impacted about 1,700 calls, officials said.
A rally against antisemitism was held Wednesday outside Central Synagogue in Midtown.
An overturned fuel tanker prompted a large emergency response Wednesday near John F. Kennedy Airport in Queens.
Police are investigating after a 19-year-old was found dead Tuesday morning inside a Staten Island condo.
Rainy weather returns to the New York City area Sunday, bringing with it the threat of flooding.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is heading to the Little League World Series after beating Darien, Connecticut, in the Metro Region Tournament on Friday.
We're in great shape on this Friday as we gear up for another weekend.
The potential for severe storms and downpours returns to the Tri-State Area Monday as sweltering temperatures continue.
Monday will be a First Alert Weather Day due to the possibility of afternoon and evening thunderstorms and high heat indices near 100 degrees.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is advancing to the next round of the Little League World Series.
Researchers say an alarming study on cognitive decline is specific to the African American community in Newark, New Jersey.
A former New Jersey correctional police officer pleaded guilty to smuggling contraband into Northern State Prison, Attorney General Jennifer Davenport announced Wednesday.
As we approach the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks, there is an ongoing fight to repair Jersey City's memorial for the victims.
Residents in Keyport, New Jersey, have been saying for months they fear a cancer cluster in their community that sits near a former landfill and aircraft hub.
Long Island is getting a new soccer team. The United Soccer League has awarded a professional men's franchise to Long Island that is set to launch in 2028.
A fuel truck overturned on the Rockaway Turnpike on the border of Queens and Nassau County on Wednesday. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
An overturned gasoline tanker spilled thousands of gallons of fuel near JFK Airport late Wednesday morning. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
A kitten had to be rescued after becoming stranded Tuesday morning on Long Island's Sunrise Highway.
A tiny 8-week-old kitten was spotted by multiple drivers on top of the concrete median in the middle of the road.
As we approach the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks, there is an ongoing fight to repair Jersey City's memorial for the victims.
President Trump said Tuesday that the U.S. and Canada have reached a last-minute agreement to pause the 50% tariffs.
The New York City Council held an hours-long hearing Tuesday afternoon on the controversial new pied-à-terre tax rollout.
There are mounting questions and frustration over New York City's pied-à-terre tax, and they're not likely to end soon.
There was a pair of protests Monday in Jersey City, New Jersey, including one against Mayor James Solomon's proposed 15.5% tax hike due to a deficit he blames on the past administration.
A New Yorker has tested positive for West Nile virus, the city health department announced Wednesday.
Researchers say an alarming study on cognitive decline is specific to the African American community in Newark, New Jersey.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Two more deaths have been reported in connection to the Legionnaires' disease cluster on the Upper East Side, health officials said Friday.
Jones Beach is back open for swimmers after it was prohibited due to elevated bacterial levels. The rare shutdown took place from Thursday afternoon through midday Friday.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Brian Hickerson and his brother, Zach, made the 911 call that brought first responders to the apartment where Hayden Panettiere was found unresponsive.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
The lineup for the 2026 Global Citizen Festival in New York City was announced Thursday.
Latin music stars Marc Anthony, Feid, and others are set to perform at a benefit concert in Miami on August 16.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is advancing to the next round of the Little League World Series.
Carson Benge hitting a two-run homer to conclude an impressive series, helping the Mets beat the Padres 4-2 on Wednesday.
Fernando Tatis Jr. robbed New York's Francisco Lindor of a grand slam and hit two homers, leading the Padres to a 5-2 win over the Mets on Tuesday night.
Trent Grisham hit his 17th home run in the third inning and had a two-run single in the seventh to propel the New York Yankees to a 3-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday night.
With their 2-1 win over the Padres on Monday night, the Mets have now won 10 of 13.
The owner of a beloved Harlem food truck known for its burgers under $5 is retiring and selling the business.
The historic Art Deco bathhouse at Jacob Riis Park is getting a new life as the Rockaway Ocean Club. But as the long-dormant building reopens, some locals are questioning who will have access to its amenities.
Some residents of a Queens building say a temporary boiler truck parked outside has become a nearly two-year fixture, emitting smoke they say drifts into their homes.
Harlem Week 2026 brings past and present Harlemites together to honor the neighborhood's legacy.
Parents in Harlem say their children's walk to summer camp is littered with trash, illegal dumping and a growing encampment.
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.
In a new interview with CBS News, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg says he intends to move forward with the state case against Luigi Mangione.
Pediatricians are encouraging parents to keep their children up to date on their vaccinations as students head back to the classroom. Doctors say they're seeing a spike in vaccine-preventable diseases, like measles. Jarred Hill has more on what parents need to know.
The Trump administration says it's making progress toward a trade deal with Canada as both countries try to ease tariff tensions. It comes as the administration's negotiations with Iran remain stalled. Natalie Brand reports.
Scientists at the Wildlife Conservation Society at the Bronx Zoo just unveiled a photograph of a North American river otter spotted along the Bronx River. CBS News New York's Noëlle Lilley reports.
Long Island is getting a new soccer team. The United Soccer League has awarded a professional men's franchise to Long Island that is set to launch in 2028.
