Cuomo On Canceling L Train Shutdown: 'We Needed An Idea Outside The Box'
After years of telling subway riders the L train would be shutting down for more than a year for repairs, Gov. Andrew Cuomo now says never mind.
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After years of telling subway riders the L train would be shutting down for more than a year for repairs, Gov. Andrew Cuomo now says never mind.
It's welcomed news for many who've been dreading the shutdown for years. For those who already made adjustments to get ahead of the long-anticipated plan, Thursday's announcement feels a little too late.
Considering some of the crazy things straphangers may see on any given day in the subway, it was nonetheless out of the ordinary for those who saw it play out.
While officials aren't yet ready to charge a congestion fee to walk around, they are vowing a crackdown.
The current plan was expected to begin on April 21 and keep the L train closed for 15 months, but the governor may have another way.
Some small businesses in Westchester are being forced to close, a move that has surprised some shop owners – and dozens of other businesses could be next.
Look out Naked Cowboy -- there are different types of cowboys coming to the Big Apple this weekend.
The program was supposed to start on New Year's Day, providing half-price MetroCards to low-income New Yorkers.
In one very public place, the Polish language suddenly went from widespread to wiped out, scrubbed from official signs.
Thanks to generous supporters, the Salvation Army Phil Ramone Orchestra for Children is on track to continue.
Authorities on Long Island allege that a woman tried to kill her estranged husband by pouring antifreeze into his beverages.
The NYPD is looking for 24-year-old George Persaud, hoping someone helps track him down after authorities believe he raped a 40-year-old woman on Sunday.
A federal judge on Thursday blocked a new city law aimed at limiting Airbnb and other home sharing services that city officials blame for driving up rents
Should tourists be taxed for walking across the Brooklyn Bridge? One man thinks so.
Suffolk County police say two men fled a traffic stop and were caught after fleeing on foot from their vehicle.
It happened around 2:30 a.m. on Liberty Avenue near 122nd Street in South Ozone Park.
Matt Green has been logging upwards of 25 miles a day for nearly seven years.
Sources say a 13-year-old girl and 14-year-old boy initially got into a dispute over the weekend over a SnapChat post.
After eight days investigators finally tracked it down, and CBS2's Ali Bauman was there when officers delivered the it to the family's doorstep.
Police are on the hunt for a man they say raped a woman in South Ozone Park over the weekend.
CBD oil falls into a gray area that might be legal in some states now because it is not psychoactive.
Police said the suspect approached the 26-year-old victim inside the first-floor landing, punched her in the back of the head, then climbed on top of her and tried to take off her clothing.
What a way to start the new year. The lucky ticket was sold at Brookville Auto Service Shop in Glen Head.
Police say his father was cooking cod at his home on 82nd Street near Flatlands Avenue Tuesday evening when the boy began to have an apparent allergic reaction.
You've probably heard of dancing the night away, but what about dancing the morning away? While most people are busy getting ready for work, another crowd is partying.
An 8-year-old child is recovering after being hurt during a struggle with an intruder at the Jewish Institute of Queens Tuesday morning.
Some 1.5 inches of rain had already fallen in the Warren and Sussex Counties by 2:30 p.m., with more expected as additional rounds of rain come through.
The choices for Club Calvi's next book are: "With Friends Like You" by Amy Chozick, "Runner" by Ashton Lattimore, and "Etna" by Paul Yoon.
A new Broadway show based on Prince's movie and album "Purple Rain" will take the stage at Broadway's Majestic Theatre in March.
There was a tornado warning in Sussex and Warren Counties in New Jersey as more severe weather passed through our area.
An 8-year-old child is recovering after being hurt during a struggle with an intruder at the Jewish Institute of Queens Tuesday morning.
A new Broadway show based on Prince's movie and album "Purple Rain" will take the stage at Broadway's Majestic Theatre in March.
There was a tornado warning in Sussex and Warren Counties in New Jersey as more severe weather passed through our area.
New York City officials and family members, loved ones and colleagues gathered together Tuesday to remember Det. Didarul Islam, a fallen hero.
The NYPD is searching for two women wanted in the road rage killing of a man Sunday morning on the Belt Parkway. The victim's family is trying to come to grips with their loved one's shocking death.
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.
Severe weather impacted the entire region on Tuesday, with watches and warnings throughout the CBS News New York viewing area.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area Tuesday after a brief reprieve.
Storms brought flooding rains, damaging winds, hail and lightning to New York and New Jersey on Saturday.
Some 1.5 inches of rain had already fallen in the Warren and Sussex Counties by 2:30 p.m., with more expected as additional rounds of rain come through.
There was a tornado warning in Sussex and Warren Counties in New Jersey as more severe weather passed through our area.
Parts of New Jersey took a pounding when storms moved in Monday night, causing major flooding and downed power lines.
Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City, New Jersey, has paused all gaming and betting on Monday after a small fire and leak.
Weather conditions go downhill Tuesday and Wednesday with rain and potentially strong storms on deck for the New York area.
There was a tornado warning in Sussex and Warren Counties in New Jersey as more severe weather passed through our area.
The big rats can be seen scurrying across backyards day and night in Seaford, and their numbers are exploding.
Some Long Island residents say giant rats are ruining their summer. Neighbors in Nassau County's Seaford said their beautiful backyards have been overrun. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Weather conditions go downhill Tuesday and Wednesday with rain and potentially strong storms on deck for the New York area.
We're just a few days away from the CBIZ Workplace Challenge on Long Island. Mindy Davidson and Jim Aspromonti stopped by CBS News New York to talk about the event.
Family members who lost loved ones on 9/11 have started an online petition calling for New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani not to attend the 25th 9/11 remembrance ceremony.
A memorial tribute was held in Central Park on Monday afternoon for Romanch Mahajan, the teenage tourist who died last month in a runaway horse carriage accident.
Certain core groceries will cost 30% less at New York City-run stores, Mayor Zohran Mamdani said Monday.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani responded Sunday to criticism that he's fueling antisemitism as Jewish New Yorkers rallied on Manhattan's Upper West Side against antisemitism and hate.
This week on The Point with Marcia Kramer, our host sits down with political strategists J.C. Polanco and O'Brien Murray to discuss the week that was in New York and national politics.
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.
For the third day in a row, the NYC Health Department has announced a death in the Upper East Side Legionnaires' disease cluster.
A second death has been reported in connection to the Legionnaires' disease cluster on the Upper East Side, health officials said Saturday.
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.
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
The New York Yankees beat the Chicago White Sox on Monday night in the opener of a four-game series between playoff contenders.
Francisco Lindor homered twice and tripled off the top of the fence, driving in six runs as the Mets pulled away for a 14-3 victory over the Braves on Monday night.
Center fielders Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones and second baseman Jeff Kent were inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday.
Tyrone Taylor put the Mets ahead with a three-run homer in the sixth inning, and New York beat the Dodgers 8-3 on Sunday to prevent a season sweep.
Cam Schlitter helped lead the New York Yankees to victory over the Philadelphia Phillies Friday night.
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.
A flood watch was issued for most of the Tri-State Area, including New York City, as the area prepares for strong storms. CBS News New York Meteorologist Tony Sadiku has the forecast.
It's been one year since four people were killed in a shooting at a Midtown office building, including an NYPD detective. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
The pop star's legal team filed a lawsuit in a California court alleging hackers targeted her photographers and producers.
Sen. Lindsey Graham was remembered at a private Capitol ceremony before his funeral Tuesday afternoon.
It's the first time President Trump and Netanyahu have met since the start of the Iran war. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
