Zohran Mamdani on his $1 billion public safety plan for New York City
The 33-year-old running for mayor says the city Department of Community Safety would have social workers respond first, instead of NYPD officers, in certain cases.
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The 33-year-old running for mayor says the city Department of Community Safety would have social workers respond first, instead of NYPD officers, in certain cases.
The NYPD said it happened after the officers came across a disorderly male in Brownsville. CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
NYPD Officer Jay Peña was laid to rest Wednesday in Brooklyn after he was killed last week in a motorcycle crash on the BQE.
A funeral was held Wednesday for New York City Police Officer Jay Pena, who died in a motorcycle crash while off-duty last week.
Gun violence took center stage in the race for New York City mayor on Tuesday, in the wake of a multiple shooting in the Bronx and six shootings in Brooklyn.
Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa again criticized the plan, but, as CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports, Mamdani stayed the course.
A deadly shooting early Tuesday morning in the Bronx is the latest in a series of gun violence over the past week.
The NYPD is investigating after five people were shot, including one fatally, in the Bronx on Monday night.
After a day of celebrations, the West Indian American Day Parade route in Brooklyn turned violent on Monday night.
New video exclusively obtained by CBS News New York shows the moment two boats collided on the East River on Sunday.
Seven people were injured in the scary crash on Sunday near the FDR Drive. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo has the latest.
The NYPD is investigating at least six shootings along or near the parade route on Eastern Parkway. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Police said three of the victims are in critical condition following the gunfire in the Williamsbridge section of the borough on Monday night. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
The NYPD is investigating a crash involving two boats on the East River that injured at least five people.
A party boat and a private vessel collided on Sunday near the FDR Drive, between 23rd and 25th streets. At least five people were hurt. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo has more on the investigation.
As many as 1 million New Yorkers and visitors are expected along the nearly two-mile parade route down Eastern Parkway, finishing off at Grand Army Plaza. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
On Sunday, vendors were testing their best dishes as the NYPD prepared the nearly two-mile-long parade route. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Advocates on Sunday rallied in front of a business in Corona that they claim is masquerading as a brothel. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner has the latest.
It happened around 2 p.m. near the FDR Drive, between 23rd and 25th streets. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo has the latest.
The NYPD said it's investigation a shooting at the Lillian Wald NYCHA complex in Manhattan's Alphabet City neighborhood. CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
Two male suspects are wanted after three people were shot in the Fordham section, NYC police say. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
The Mount Vernon Police Department said it started around 5:45 a.m. Friday when the suspects robbed a gas station attendant at gunpoint. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello has the latest from the scene.
A search is underway for armed suspects who allegedly fired at police early Friday morning in Mount Vernon. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello has an update from the scene.
Mayor Eric Adams was in the Bronx on Thursday afternoon, meeting with community leaders following a dramatic surge in gun violence.
The mayor says he is deploying an additional 1,000 NYPD officers to the Bronx and working with community organizations to help stop the violence. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
Aaron Judge homered for a second straight day to nearly the same left-field spot, Ben Rice hit a two-run double in the third inning, and the New York Yankees beat the San Francisco Giants 3-1 for a three-game sweep.
Saturday, family and friends bid a final farewell to Sheridan Gorman, the Loyola University student shot and killed last week in Chicago.
Warmer weather will return to New York City and the surrounding area soon.
Luis Robert Jr. hit a three-run homer in the bottom of the 11th inning to give the Mets a 4-2 victory over the Pirates on Saturday.
Nikolaj Ehlers had a goal and assist to lead the Carolina Hurricanes to a 5-2 win over the New Jersey Devils on Saturday.
Saturday, family and friends bid a final farewell to Sheridan Gorman, the Loyola University student shot and killed last week in Chicago.
Warmer weather will return to New York City and the surrounding area soon.
The Center for Brooklyn History showcase examines the Battle of Brooklyn through rare maps, paintings, and historical artifacts from the American Revolutionary War.
The "No Kings" protest in New York City on Saturday drew thousands of demonstrators from across the Tri-State Area.
A vigil was held Friday night for a Sheepshead Bay High School football player who was shot and killed by a teammate earlier this week.
Warmer weather will return to New York City and the surrounding area soon.
It may not feel like spring right away, but Friday's weather does deliver a clear shift in the air in New York City.
The New York City area will be under a wind advisory Monday with periods of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms expected across the region.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
Warmer weather will return to New York City and the surrounding area soon.
Two teenagers are facing charges in connection to a Hackensack, New Jersey, stabbing that sent one of them to the hospital.
A New Jersey family says missteps by school administrators led a 14-year-old to take his own life, but the district denies that claim.
Nerdeen Kiswani, co-founder of the group Within Our Lifetime, said the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force told her about "a plot against my life that was 'about to' take place."
The St. John's Red Storm played the No. 1 overall seed Duke in the NCAA Tournament's Sweet 16 on Friday night.
Members and associates of the Riverhead-based 48 Gang are charged with crimes linked to murders, armed robberies and shootings dating back to 2021, prosecutors said.
The St. John's Red Storm played the No. 1 overall seed Duke in the NCAA Tournament's Sweet 16 on Friday night.
Accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann is likely to change his plea to guilty when he next appears in court, a source with knowledge of the case tells CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff.
A second person was arrested Tuesday in connection with a 2021 acid attack on Long Island college student Nafiah Ikram.
High school students are helping residents in assisted living in Long Island, New York feel a bit more confident with makeovers.
The Europeans also argue that the war in Ukraine is intertwined with the war in Iran due to the cooperation between Russia and Iran.
The "No Kings" protest in New York City on Saturday drew thousands of demonstrators from across the Tri-State Area.
Ten U.S. service members were injured in an attack on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, according to multiple U.S. officials.
Nerdeen Kiswani, co-founder of the group Within Our Lifetime, said the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force told her about "a plot against my life that was 'about to' take place."
Iran-linked cyber criminals accessed FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email account, sources said.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Savannah Guthrie stepped back from her NBC duties almost two months ago when her mother, Nancy Guthrie, disappeared. The investigation is ongoing.
Rapper Megan Thee Stallion made her Broadway debut Tuesday night, adding some of her own big hits to "Moulin Rouge! The Musical."
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Bodycam video footage of Justin Timberlake's June 2024 DWI arrest on Long Island was released to the media Friday.
Aaron Judge homered for a second straight day to nearly the same left-field spot, Ben Rice hit a two-run double in the third inning, and the New York Yankees beat the San Francisco Giants 3-1 for a three-game sweep.
Luis Robert Jr. hit a three-run homer in the bottom of the 11th inning to give the Mets a 4-2 victory over the Pirates on Saturday.
Nikolaj Ehlers had a goal and assist to lead the Carolina Hurricanes to a 5-2 win over the New Jersey Devils on Saturday.
Brayden Schenn had a goal and two assists, and Matthew Schaefer tied the rookie defenseman franchise scoring record as New York rallied past Florida.
Dylan Garand made 27 saves for his first NHL win as the Rangers downed the Blackhawks 6-1 on Friday night.
The Center for Brooklyn History showcase examines the Battle of Brooklyn through rare maps, paintings, and historical artifacts from the American Revolutionary War.
From World War II to modern mixology, women in Brooklyn fought for their place behind the bar. This Women's History Month, their legacy continues to influence the city's nightlife.
A new performing arts venue with a focus on immigrant stories is opening in Upper Manhattan this fall. CBS News New York's Noëlle Lilley got an exclusive tour of the construction that will give The People's Theatre its first home in more than 15 years.
Members of the Apollo Theater, where Kiki Shepard left her mark for 15 years, reflect on her legacy after the Harlem icon's death at age 74.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
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.
A critically endangered African penguin is making its debut at the New York Aquarium in Coney Island.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for March 28 at 11 p.m.
Coney Island's Luna Park opened for the season Saturday.
The single largest gathering in the country of organ donors and transplant recipients came together Saturday at St. Patrick's Cathedral.
TSA officers will start receiving paychecks again as early as Monday after President Trump signed a memorandum to use existing funds to fill the gap, but travelers are still dealing with long lines at airport security checkpoints across the country. Ali Bauman reports.
