NYPD: Shootings are down, but bail law changes needed to stop repeat offenders
"We do see a number of people that we are re-arresting for the same offenses over and over again," NYPD Commissioner Keechant Sewell said.
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"We do see a number of people that we are re-arresting for the same offenses over and over again," NYPD Commissioner Keechant Sewell said.
The 28-year-old was found guilty of murder last month for his role in the February 2019 incident in Queens.
The 28-year-old was found guilty of murder last month for his role in the February 2019 incident in Queens, CBS2's Andrea Grymes reports.
NYPD Commissioner Keechant Sewell said a problem is that judges are not keeping criminals locked up. She wants state lawmakers to change the bail laws, CBS2's Marcia Kramer reports.
Jagger Freeman was sentenced to 30 years to life Thursday in the friendly fire death of NYPD Det. Brian Simonsen.
The 26-year-old disappeared on Nov. 3, 2020, after celebrating her birthday with friends and her boyfriend, Kareem Flake.
Dramatic video shows the raids mounted by a joint fugitive task force made up of U.S. Marshals and NYPD officers.
U.S. Marshals launched a major operation in 10 cities to take some of the country's most violent criminals off the streets, and New York led the crime list. CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer has the details.
Hizzoner says the drivers with paper license plates are often up to no good, using the cars to commit violent acts.
Familia was killed in the line of duty in 2017 when she was ambushed while sitting in a mobile command unit.
A detective and single mother who made the ultimate sacrifice for the safety of New York City was remembered Tuesday with a memorial mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral. As CBS2's Dave Carlin reports, it was five years ago when Det. Miosotis Familia was ambushed and assassinated simply because of the badge she wore.
Tuesday's mass will mark five years since the detective and mother was killed in the line of duty.
From the sky, to the water, streets and even rooftops, the NYPD is watching over those marveling over the July 4th fireworks spectacular, CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
Millions are expected to watch the annual Macy's Fourth of July fireworks along the East River, CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
An off-duty New York City Department of Correction officer is being credited with saving lives after police say he spotted a man aiming a gun at a crowd during a Fourth of July celebration and took fast action. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports from Queens Village.
CBS2's Dana Tyler has more on the officer's condition.
Investigators say a white Jeep Grand Cherokee hit a cyclist in the intersection of Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street.
Police say the driver of a Jeep Grand Cherokee hit a cyclist in the intersection of Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street on Sunday afternoon. CBS2's Dana Tyler reports.
Investigators hope the video helps them find the suspects who killed 19-year-old Melvin Urena.
According to police, a male suspect started talking to the boy then shot him five times.
They took the oath to serve the city during the graduation ceremony Friday.
The NYPD added 561 new police officers to the force Friday.
Allegedly, one suspect placed a gun against the man's stomach before others punched him.
Three people were found dead inside a home in South Jamaica, Queens last week.
Police are looking to speak with the child's father, a 22-year-old man with a criminal record.
The New York Yankees ended a seven-game losing streak with a 5-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Friday night.
A cluster of Legionnaires' disease cases on New York City's Upper East Side is under investigation, health officials say.
The Empire State Building lit up in blue for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding Friday night.
Dozens of cyclosporiasis cases were reported across New York state between May 1 and June 16, the CDC says.
Brooklyn residents say loose boards and protruding nails on the Coney Island boardwalk have caused serious injuries.
A cluster of Legionnaires' disease cases on New York City's Upper East Side is under investigation, health officials say.
The Empire State Building lit up in blue for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding Friday night.
Dozens of cyclosporiasis cases were reported across New York state between May 1 and June 16, the CDC says.
Brooklyn residents say loose boards and protruding nails on the Coney Island boardwalk have caused serious injuries.
Westchester County health officials say people should avoid recreational activities along a stretch of the Hudson River until further notice due to a massive raw sewage discharge.
The brutal heat wave caused power problems across New York City on Friday.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100 degrees set on this date in 1966.
The New York, New Jersey area is dealing with extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources try 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.
The brutal heat wave caused power problems across New York City on Friday.
It was not immediately clear how many Delaney Hall detainees were impacted by the air conditioning issue or whether repairs were complete.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100 degrees set on this date in 1966.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Jersey City Mayor James Solomon is now lowering a proposed tax hike from 20% to 15%, but many residents says it's still a painful pill to swallow.
A beachgoer suffered a shark bite at Jones Beach, officials confirmed, a day after multiple shark sightings at Long Island and New York City beaches.
The brutal heat wave caused power problems across New York City on Friday.
From Long Island to the World Cup, Joe Scally is making his hometown proud playing with the U.S. men's national team.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100° set on this date in 1966. That was the last time we hit 100° in Central Park was in 2012. CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn, Doug Williams, Mahsa Saeidi, Dave Carlin and Christine Sloan have team coverage.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100 degrees set on this date in 1966.
Brooklyn residents say loose boards and protruding nails on the Coney Island boardwalk have caused serious injuries.
CBS News previously reported President Trump was weighing pardons of a slate of people convicted of emissions and clean air-related violations.
President Trump hasn't committed to a firm number of people who will receive clemency — he's scheduled to have a meeting on pardons Friday afternoon, sources said.
It was not immediately clear how many Delaney Hall detainees were impacted by the air conditioning issue or whether repairs were complete.
New York City Zohran Mamdani remained unperturbed after taking a viral roasting for telling sweat-soaked New Yorkers in the middle of an expected heat wave to set their thermostats to 78° to protect the power grid.
A cluster of Legionnaires' disease cases on New York City's Upper East Side is under investigation, health officials say.
Dozens of cyclosporiasis cases were reported across New York state between May 1 and June 16, the CDC says.
Westchester County health officials say people should avoid recreational activities along a stretch of the Hudson River until further notice due to a massive raw sewage discharge.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
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.
The Empire State Building lit up in blue for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding Friday night.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
The NYPD has announced street closures around Madison Square Garden for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donated to 20 local and national charities ahead of their wedding Friday.
Two elite event designers shared their thoughts on how Taylor Swift's team might transform Madison Square Garden.
The New York Yankees ended a seven-game losing streak with a 5-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Friday night.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
Camilo Doval forced in the go-ahead run with a bases-loaded walk in a four-run 11th inning that gave the Tigers a 6-2 victory over the Yankees on Wednesday.
Sean Keys hit his first career home run, Myles Straw added a pinch-hit shot and the Blue Jays beat the Mets 9-3 in a Canada Day matinee Wednesday.
The Boston Celtics have reportedly signed NBA free agents Mitchell Robinson and Mike Conley Jr.
Brooklyn residents say loose boards and protruding nails on the Coney Island boardwalk have caused serious injuries.
The World Cup is renewing the call for ferry service from West Harlem.
As children cooled off in a splash pad steps from the empty Red Hook Pool, families in the neighborhood said they are once again waiting for answers about when the public pool will open for the summer.
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."
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.
New York City celebrated America 250 with a Times Square ball drop Friday night. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
A cluster of Legionnaires' disease cases on New York City's Upper East Side is under investigation, health officials say.
A spectacular parade of ships will set sail up the Hudson River on Saturday morning. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan has a preview of the ships from around the world.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for July 4 at 11 p.m.
Power problems continued across New York City on Friday night, leaving many customers in the dark in the middle of a heatwave. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports.
