Congressman Ritchie Torres reacts to NYCHA corruption arrests
Torres grew up in the city's public housing, and introduced a bill to demand more transparency after the arrests.
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Torres grew up in the city's public housing, and introduced a bill to demand more transparency after the arrests.
The fire broke out around 3:30 a.m. Thursday inside a two-story home on Seventh Avenue.
Officials say they recovered dozens of battery packs and hundreds of individual lithium-ion cells used to alter, create and repair the batteries.
Mayor Eric Adams says the one-time cards will be given to 500 families with children, in place of the current system of providing boxes of nonperishable food.
The victim is hospitalized with broken bones, as police search for his attacker. CBS New York's Doug Williams has the details.
It happened at Nostrand Avenue and Sterling Street in Crown Heights just before 7 a.m.
Police tell us the baby girl is only a few days old, and was taken to a hospital.
The court will now review the results and determine whether the case against 33-year-old David Crowe should move forward.
The president will be in New York City on Wednesday to attend what the White House is describing as three campaign receptions. Wherever he goes, drivers can expect road closures and traffic delays. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Time Out New York's Things to Do Editor stops by with her list of events to ring in the year of the dragon.
A name like "ghost criminals" is one that can incite fear, but the mayor and NYPD have pointed out these criminals ultimately make up a small portion of the asylum seeking community. So how is public safety impacted?
CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has reaction from officials and the impact on tenants.
The White House did not release the exact times or locations of the campaign receptions, but wherever the president goes, drivers can expect road closures and traffic delays. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
The defense attorney for the former Manhattan architect said he is isolated in jail for his own protection, which has led to Heuermann feeling lonely and depressed.
Dozens of New York City Housing Authority workers are accused of corruption for allegedly taking millions of dollars in exchange for work contracts. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Local governments have the day to appeal directly to the State Senate Committee for certain funding to be included in the budget.
Suffolk County Police said the mini school bus struck a guardrail and landed on its side.
The bribes - more than $2 million in total - allegedly took place at nearly a third of all NYCHA buildings across all five boroughs of New York City. CBS New York's Tim McNicholas reports.
U.S. Attorney Damian Williams was joined by other law enforcement officials to announce 70 current and former NYCHA employees are facing bribery and extortion charges.
The festival is marking the milestone with its biggest lineup yet, including Steve Holley, who was the drummer in Paul McCartney's post-Beatles band, Wings.
We speak with the executive vice president of marketing at WME Fashion about what changes you can expect to see both on and behind stage this year.
The Manhattan district attorney is expected to present new charges today after NYPD officers were attacked by a group of migrants. CBS New York's Christina Fan has the latest.
At least two vehicles were involved in a crash around 1:30 a.m. Tuesday near 225th Street, causing one truck to burst into flames.
Century 21 Marciano, a prominent New Rochelle firm, allegedly refused to rent to undercover investigators once they mentioned using a Section 8 voucher to help pay their rent. CBS New York's Tony Aiello reports.
It comes after a group of migrants not only assaulted NYPD officers in Times Square, but several fled the state after they were released without bail. CBS New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
The National Weather Service has issued an Air Quality Alert for ground level ozone Wednesday. The entire region is under an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
Two people climbed to the top of the Empire State Building's transmission tower, unfurled a banner, and then apparently got engaged Wednesday afternoon.
CBS Miami, Neighbors 4 Neighbors and Global Empowerment Mission are collecting donations to help families affected by the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela.
Local and federal officials are ramping up security for the huge Fourth of July celebration in New York City.
The annual 3% increase affects trains, buses, light rail and the Access Link. It comes as commuters have been dealing with service issues.
The National Weather Service has issued an Air Quality Alert for ground level ozone Wednesday. The entire region is under an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
Two people climbed to the top of the Empire State Building's transmission tower, unfurled a banner, and then apparently got engaged Wednesday afternoon.
Local and federal officials are ramping up security for the huge Fourth of July celebration in New York City.
Prosecutors across New York City say they're fighting back against an increase in crimes involving cryptocurrency, but it appears they have their work cut out for them.
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.
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.
Weather is tranquil and pleasant in the New York City area for Father's Day weekend as summer officially begins.
The National Weather Service has issued an Air Quality Alert for ground level ozone Wednesday. The entire region is under an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
The annual 3% increase affects trains, buses, light rail and the Access Link. It comes as commuters have been dealing with service issues.
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.
Traffic will be impacted in Midtown Manhattan as the city initiates shuttle bus corridors and street closures to accommodate World Cup ticketholders.
The anticipated pain of a massive property tax increase in Jersey City has been alleviated somewhat.
A breakthrough treatment for debilitating tremors is changing lives. It can stop shaking caused by essential tremors and, in some patients, tremors caused by Parkinson's disease. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
A breakthrough treatment for debilitating tremors is changing lives. It can stop shaking caused by essential tremors and, in some patients, tremors caused by Parkinson's disease.
A coach bus slammed into a car, flipped over and hit two other cars on Monday night near the Greenpoint Avenue exit on the Long Island Expressway.
Prosecutors described how 36-year-old Olivia Bithorn's long history of alcohol abuse allegedly led to her 18-month-old son's death.
A Long Island school district official is accused of trashing ballots to rig an election.
As many as 300,000 Haitians face removal from the United States, as the Trump administration moves to end their temporary protected status.
The mother of a Loyola University freshman who was shot and killed in March delivered tearful testimony on Capitol Hill on Tuesday.
After lengthy and hard-fought negotiations, Mayor Zohran Mamdani and members of the City Council reached a budget deal Tuesday just hours before the deadline.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
The Supreme Court upheld state laws from West Virginia and Idaho that restricted participation by transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports.
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.
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.
Taylor Swift has had a decadeslong history with Madison Square Garden, performing there as early as 2003 and even celebrating her 30th birthday at the venue.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
Legendary music executive Clive Davis was laid to rest Monday at a private funeral. Davis helped the careers of generations of artists.
The comic icon behind "Curb Your Enthusiasm" brings his own perspective to America's storied past in a new HBO sketch comedy series – finally making use of his history major from college.
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.
Nolan McLean and three relievers combined on a six-hitter, Francisco Alvarez and Luis Torrens both hit solo home runs and the Mets beat the Blue Jays 3-0 on Tuesday night.
Casey Mize matched a career high with 10 strikeouts over seven innings and the Tigers capitalized on shoddy defense by the slumping Yankees in a 7-3 victory Monday night.
George Springer capitalized on two miscues to circle the bases, Trey Yesavage pitched into the seventh inning and the Blue Jays beat the bumbling Mets 2-1 on Monday night.
Jarren Duran singled home the winning run to cap a three-run rally in the 10th inning, and the Red Sox finished a four-game sweep of the rival Yankees with a 5-4 victory Sunday night.
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.
Entrepreneurs in Brooklyn are reimagining laundry day as a social experience, turning neighborhood laundromats into gathering spaces.
Experts say the team's title run created a feeling of collective joy and connection, while some local businesses are also seeing a boost from the celebration.
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.
There is a heavy police presence around the Empire State Building and many spectators on the ground taking pictures after two people climbed to the very top. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports from the scene.
One person proposed to another after the two climbed to the very top of the Empire State Building on Wednesday afternoon.
The plan includes thousands of officers on duty, specialized teams and security checkpoints to enter viewing areas. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
The Mosholu Parkway southbound ramp is closed due to police activity Wednesday afternoon.
Two people climbed the Empire State Building in Manhattan and flew a banner at the very top on Wednesday afternoon.
