Settlement reached between NYC, Newark over SOTA program
In 2020, Newark sued New York City for relocating families experiencing homelessness to Newark with no advance word.
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In 2020, Newark sued New York City for relocating families experiencing homelessness to Newark with no advance word.
Under SOTA, the city covers the first year of rent for working homeless families who move outside the five boroughs.
There are changes to a controversial city program that relocates families experiencing homelessness to new homes across state lines. A settlement has been reached in the landmark lawsuit CBS New York first reported on in 2019. Lisa Rozner was part of our award-winning coverage on "Forgotten Families" left living in deplorable conditions in New Jersey.
Officers responded to a call of a multiple stabbing at a home on the 400 block of South 18th just after 1 p.m.
Police are investigating after two people, including a 12-year-old girl, were stabbed at a Newark home. CBS New York's Christine Sloan reports. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3qoCgfk
A settlement has been reached in federal court between New York City and Newark over the Special One Time Assistance program, known as SOTA.
The 71-year-old was the first Black woman to serve as Assembly speaker, and then, in 2017, as lieutenant governor.
Taylor Swift may soon become one of the most awarded artist in MTV Video Music Awards history.
He was convicted of killing Damian Dymka, a nurse, who was walking on the shoulder of the Garden State Parkway.
A former Newark police officer and his father were sentenced Wednesday in the death of a nurse who was struck and killed while walking on the Garden State Parkway. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
Investigators said the fire truck was en route to a call when it crashed at Lafayette and Mulberry streets late Sunday night.
The fire engine was responding to an alarm when the crash happened Sunday night.
The mayor says he has met with Port Authority to discuss ways to be more proactive in the future.
On Wednesday, Newark's mayor and fire chief spoke about the investigation into the cargo ship fire that killed two Newark fire captains.
Several residents say contractors were working on the unit where the blast was first seen.
Investigators are still trying to figure out what caused an explosion at an apartment building in Newark on Monday. CBS New York's Christine Sloan talked to tenants who were forced out of their homes.
While authorities are calling it a building collapse, video shows an explosion at the apartment building.
Investigators are looking into what caused an explosion at a Newark apartment building. Saturday, demolition crews tore through debris as tenants are forced to find new places to live. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3rEk0yH
Demolition began Saturday at the site of an apartment building explosion in Newark. Six people were hurt, one critically, and there are still questions as to how it happened. CBS New York's Elle McLogan reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3rEk0yH
The once two-story building is now a pile of rubble, with walls peeled away and rooms exposed.
A once two-story building is now a pile of rubble – walls peeled away, rooms exposed. Neighbors up and down South Pine Lane say they felt the earth tremble. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3rEk0yH
Neighbors say the first floor of the building was vacant, but there was a tenant on the second floor.
Six people were hurt after what neighbors are calling an explosion at an apartment building in Newark on Friday. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3Q5LAPs
At least five people were injured, one critically, in a possible explosion at a Newark Housing Authority property Friday. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3Q5LAPs
An apartment building in Newark was partially destroyed in a possible explosion Friday. Jim Smith reports from Chopper 2. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3Q5LAPs
Channing Tatum is bringing "Magic Mike Live" to New York City, promising to "turn up the gas" on the popular show.
The New York Mets acquired Luis Robert Jr. in a trade with the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday, filling a hole in center field.
Goalie Darcy Kuemper has left the Los Angeles Kings' game against the New York Rangers after a collision in the crease late in the first period.
The DMV and the NYPD are investigating a Brooklyn auto repair shop after multiple CBS News New York Investigates reports.
After returning to Joint Base Andrews, President Trump departed for Davos about one hour later aboard a second aircraft.
Channing Tatum is bringing "Magic Mike Live" to New York City, promising to "turn up the gas" on the popular show.
The New York Mets acquired Luis Robert Jr. in a trade with the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday, filling a hole in center field.
The DMV and the NYPD are investigating a Brooklyn auto repair shop after multiple CBS News New York Investigates reports.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday proposed a record $260 billion election-year budget.
NYPD body cam video shows officers chase down and arrest a robbery suspect in Queens last week.
Dangerously cold weather is gripping the Tri-State Area with little relief as the frigid temperatures continue into the weekend.
Many dangers lurk when the temperature plummets, including hypothermia, frostbite and even a heart attack.
The weekend of snow in the New York City area finally wrapped up overnight, but don't let it fool you. Temperatures are about to plummet.
Snow fell in New York City and across the Tri-State Area on Sunday morning and evening, leaving a good amount to measure in its wake.
David Grullon Jr. killed a 34-year-old Connecticut man after he fired a gun and the bullet went through the wall.
A New Jersey family has been reunited with their beloved dog that was lost when their car was stolen.
The New York Giants officially introduced their new head coach John Harbaugh Tuesday.
Dangerously cold weather is gripping the Tri-State Area with little relief as the frigid temperatures continue into the weekend.
Mikie Sherrill was inaugurated on Tuesday morning in Newark, becoming the first Democratic woman to hold New Jersey's highest office.
Many dangers lurk when the temperature plummets, including hypothermia, frostbite and even a heart attack.
Dangerously cold weather is gripping the Tri-State Area with little relief as the frigid temperatures continue into the weekend.
The weekend of snow in the New York City area finally wrapped up overnight, but don't let it fool you. Temperatures are about to plummet.
Snow fell in New York City and across the Tri-State Area on Sunday morning and evening, leaving a good amount to measure in its wake.
A Long Island nurse was seen on a nanny camera hitting a non-verbal child that he was caring for, leaving bruises on the boy's body.
The first of this weekend's two rounds of snow blanketed the Tri-State Area on Saturday.
After returning to Joint Base Andrews, President Trump departed for Davos about one hour later aboard a second aircraft.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday proposed a record $260 billion election-year budget.
Advocate groups for 9/11 victims say federal staffing cuts and a hiring freeze are making it more difficult for first responders to get help from Zadroga Act programs.
Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance announced they are expecting their fourth child.
Lindsey Halligan has departed the Justice Department after a federal judge Tuesday barred her from referring to herself as a U.S. attorney in court filings.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders joined striking New York City nurses on the picket line Tuesday.
New York City's largest nurses strike is now in Week 2 and it appears negotiations toward a deal remain at a standstill.
Negotiators for major New York City hospitals and the state nurses union returned to the bargaining table as the city's largest nurses strike enters a fifth day.
Nurses continue to hold the picket line as the largest nurses' strike in New York City history is on its third day with no end in sight.
Nurses say health care benefits and workplace safety are their main reasons for striking, and are refusing to go back to work until their demands are met.
Channing Tatum is bringing "Magic Mike Live" to New York City, promising to "turn up the gas" on the popular show.
Kianna Underwood, a former Nickelodeon child actress, was identified as the woman killed in a hit-and-run in Brooklyn.
John Forté, the Grammy-nominated musician known for his work with the Fugees, was found dead in his home in Massachusetts.
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The New York Mets acquired Luis Robert Jr. in a trade with the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday, filling a hole in center field.
Goalie Darcy Kuemper has left the Los Angeles Kings' game against the New York Rangers after a collision in the crease late in the first period.
Carlos Beltrán was a nine-time All-Star during his 20-year MLB career. Andruw Jones was a five-time All-Star and won 10 Gold Gloves.
The New Jersey Devils defeated the Calgary Flames 2-1 in an overtime game on Monday night.
The New York Islanders defeated the Vancouver Canucks 4-3 on Monday night in Canada.
Puppet shows, peaceful protests and acts of service helped families reflect on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy through a child's perspective.
Nearly 100 tenants from three different buildings managed by A&E Real Estate on the Upper West Side rallied on Monday.
A group in Queens has banded together to revive landlines and give their children a simpler way to socialize.
A city-approved plan to rezone a stretch of Atlantic Avenue is expected to bring thousands of new apartments to Brooklyn, but tenant advocates say the deal falls short for lower-income residents and could accelerate displacement.
A three-year pilot run by the Brooklyn Justice Initiative and the Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice aims to improve court compliance and reduce recidivism by meeting participants where they live.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
NYC Commissioner of Emergency Management Zach Iscol is stepping down from his role and his last day is Feb. 11.
An 18-year-old was hospitalized after a man stabbed and robbed him in a Bronx subway station. New York officers are searching for the suspect.
President Trump is on his way to Switzerland for the World Economic Forum, where he plans to hold meetings to discuss acquiring Greenland. CBS News New York's Aziza Shuler talks about his delayed trip.
Wednesday marks another "Code Blue" in New York City due to dangerously cold weather. Officials are urging people to limit their time outside and bundle up. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
It's less bitterly cold on Wednesday, but another stretch of dangerously cold weather is on the way for this weekend. CBS News New York Meteorologist Tony Sadiku talks about the possibility of snow Sunday.
