Cuomo To Swear In Two Hours Early
Gov.-Elect Andrew Cuomo is hitting the ground running as he prepares to start his new job on Jan. 1, 2011. He's even getting an early start. Cuomo will take the oath of office two hours early at 10 p.m. on Friday.
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Gov.-Elect Andrew Cuomo is hitting the ground running as he prepares to start his new job on Jan. 1, 2011. He's even getting an early start. Cuomo will take the oath of office two hours early at 10 p.m. on Friday.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says five states -- including New York -- had widespread reports of flu last week, up from zero two weeks earlier.
More than a decade after the 2000 presidential election forced states to toss out century-old voting technology, the League of Women Voters says New York's new machines are fine, but some improvements are needed.
New Yorkers could face a hefty fine if they don't start removing snow, ice and dirt from sidewalks.
An Assembly committee says the agency that oversees more than 700 public authorities in New York needs statutory authority to impose fines on the quasi-public entities that fail to report their borrowing, bonus payments or other activities.
The winter storm that has been slogging up the East Coast for three days is leaving some travelers in desperate straits. Some are stranded in airports with food supplies, not just flights, running now. Others are stuck a little more happily with old friends. But nothing has gone as planned, it seems.
Americans hit the malls Sunday to spend gift cards on items Santa may have missed and pick over the clearance racks, though an East Coast snowstorm will crimp some plans.
For years, riders packing New York subways could catch some relief -- by reading inspiring literature on placards in train cars. No more.
Gloria Zhingri, 19, was found stabbed to death in the Mahopac apartment she shared with her husband at the rear of her parents' home.
New York is putting nearly $60 million into a loan fund for homeowners to get free or lower-cost audits of their energy use and money for projects to stop their houses from leaking heat.
A young man is clinging to life in White Plains after a bizarre double hit-and-run. One driver is in police custody, but police are still looking for the other.
A federal appeals court Monday upheld the conviction of a former Navy sailor serving a 10-year prison sentence after he leaked details about ship movements to a London-based Web site operator that supported attacking Americans.
U.S. authorities say they've seized two paintings in New York that were stolen from the National Museum in Warsaw, Poland by the Nazis during World War II.
Two simple words profoundly changed Matthew Long's life. "I will."
Packed malls? Healthy gains in holiday spending? It's beginning to look at least a little like a pre-recession Christmas.
Long Island authorities say a man killed after getting hit by a car was a suspect in a robbery at a hotel.
Two of the 10 Northeast states that agreed to dedicate millions of dollars to reduce carbon emissions and promote green energy have reneged on their promise, instead diverting substantial funds to saving their budgets.
The Yankees have finalized their minor league contract with right-hander Mark Prior, who is trying to make it back to the major leagues for the first time since 2006.
As much as we New Yorkers know that this is the greatest city in the world, it's not for everyone and apparently, it's not where Cliff Lee and his family wanted to be.
Crime scene investigators worked late into the rainy night on Monday, digging into what emerged as a sandy graveyard.
A house in Brooklyn, illuminated by a whopping 250,000 lights, is a holiday display that you have to see to believe. The man behind the display, though, is a mystery to many.
New York Gov. David Paterson blasted Congress for its failure to begin debating on legislations aimed at providing health care for sick 9/11 first responders.
Omar Audi is a typical nine-year-old, except that he's battling a deadly disease – and soon, he may be forced to do it alone, as his parents face deportation.
A think tank projects that taxpayer-funded contributions to the pension systems for NY's public employees could balloon by billions over the next five years.
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.
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.
New York City's Summer Streets celebration returns to Manhattan on Saturday for the 2026 season.
There's been a report of a bigfoot sighting near the Pachaug State Forest in Connecticut.
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 returns 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.
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.
A CBS News Philadelphia investigation found Trenton police use-of-force incidents have increased in 2026 despite the department earning state accreditation.
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.
Doctors in Suffolk County have reported three cases of a rare tick-borne disease known as rabbit fever so far this summer. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan 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.
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."
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 Scott Padgett has your First Alert Forecast for July 31 at 11 p.m.
The Intrepid Museum continued its summer movie series Friday night with a showing of "National Treasure."
Disgraced former New York Congressman George Santos has agreed to pay $35,000 to settle a federal investigation into suspicious trades.
Saturday marks six months since the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie. Friday, a pair of emails were released, believed to be sent by the kidnappers after she was taken. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
A Bronx community wrapped their arms around a grieving family Friday night at a vigil for 12-year-old Jacob Freytes, who was killed in a stray bullet shooting last weekend. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
