National Guard stationed in NYC subway as bag checks return
Another subway rider was attacked overnight, this time after police say he tried to stand up for an elderly woman in the Bronx.
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Another subway rider was attacked overnight, this time after police say he tried to stand up for an elderly woman in the Bronx.
New York City subway riders saw the National Guard and other agencies out in force Thursday morning, as random bag checks return. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has reaction from commuters.
Police said the man threw a cup of hot water at the woman walking near 35th and 8th and may be linked to other crimes. CBS New York's John Dias reports.
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a five-point plan Wednesday to keep subway riders safe after recent attacks. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook explains.
Police said the thieves assaulted an elderly employee before making off with $100,000 worth of goods.
The Roman Catholic diocese believes the same man tried to get into the Sisters of St. Dominic of Amityville's Motherhouse in Suffolk County. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
Police said the thieves assaulted an elderly employee before making off with $100,000 worth of goods. Zinnia Maldonado reports.
The governor laid out a five-point subway safety plan Wednesday, following several violent incidents. CBS New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
Mayor Eric Adams admits the city knows "people feel unsafe" due to recent rash of violence underground.
The governor announced a new subway safety plan Wednesday, following several violent incidents underground in the past week and rising subway crime numbers so far this year. CBS New York's Doug Williams has the details.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announces a new subway safety plan, following several violent incidents underground in the past week and rising subway crime numbers so far this year.
Mayor Eric Adams spoke with CBS News New York about the city's response Wednesday morning, ahead of the governor's subway safety announcement.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is expected to announce a new subway safety plan Wednesday, following several violent incidents underground in the past week and rising subway crime numbers this year. CBS New York's Doug Williams reports.
The 33-year-old was shot to death Sunday night in the parking lot of his NYCHA building in Washington Heights.
The 33-year-old was shot to death Sunday night in the parking lot of his NYCHA building in Washington Heights. CBS New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
Recently, there has been a series of violent incidents on the subway, including an attack on a 17-year-old who was defending her pregnant sister. CBS New York's Doug Williams has the latest from elected leaders and riders.
A series of violent incidents underground is prompting a response from state and city leaders. CBS New York's Doug Williams has the latest.
The attack happened Sunday in Washington Heights. It was just the latest in a series of underground attacks in recent days. CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
It was the latest in an increase in subway crimes that has riders on edge and MTA leaders searching for solutions. CBS New York's Tim McNicholas reports.
The display of blatant racism was discovered in February at the Boulevard Houses on Schenck Avenue in East New York.
Investigators said he slashed the 27-year-old victim with a box cutter after making an anti-LGBTQ+ statement towards him.
Police are searching for a female suspect. The victim was taken to the hospital with minor injuries.
Police are searching for a female suspect. The victim was taken to the hospital with minor injuries. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Investigators said he slashed the 27-year-old victim with a box cutter after making an anti-LGBTQ+ statement towards him. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
The NYPD says demonstrators at a pro-Palestinian rally blocked an emergency vehicle heading to an investigation Saturday.
A New York City Council employee who was detained by ICE more than two months ago must be deported, a federal judge says.
Mets fans got a sneak peek Wednesday at the new food coming to Citi Field's menu for the 2026 season.
Someone used a drone to drop a package containing knives, a cellphone and drugs onto the grounds of an upstate New York prison, the staff says.
The NYPD commissioner is slamming the federal government for cutting counterterrorism funds as she says the city remains on a heightened terror alert for the foreseeable future.
More than two years after a fire destroyed their Queens building, tenants say repairs have not even begun. Now, they're taking their landlord to court.
A New York City Council employee who was detained by ICE more than two months ago must be deported, a federal judge says.
Mets fans got a sneak peek Wednesday at the new food coming to Citi Field's menu for the 2026 season.
Someone used a drone to drop a package containing knives, a cellphone and drugs onto the grounds of an upstate New York prison, the staff says.
The NYPD commissioner is slamming the federal government for cutting counterterrorism funds as she says the city remains on a heightened terror alert for the foreseeable future.
More than two years after a fire destroyed their Queens building, tenants say repairs have not even begun. Now, they're taking their landlord to court.
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.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
Periods of rain will move through the New York area Thursday, but spring temperatures are on the way for the weekend.
Video shows firefighters dousing the smoldering roof of the structure on Old York Road in Branchburg, New Jersey.
Grubhub is launching New Jersey's first commercial food delivery by drone. CBS News New York has learned more about the high-tech service and how it's expected to work.
Officials say James Hadley, a New Jersey coach and educator, may have assaulted other victims.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Ten people and six vehicles were involved in the fatal accident on Long Island, according to New York State Police. Two people in their 80s were killed.
St. John's, Hofstra and LIU are playing in the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament as March Madness gets in full swing.
Prosecutors said Matthew Smith fended off efforts to hand over his car keys before the crash that killed Nassau County police officer Patricia Espinosa.
A Manorville breeder was charged with animal neglect after dogs and puppies were allegedly left alone in poor conditions as a blizzard struck New York.
The Mamdani administration has asked a court to allow them to stop representing former Mayor Eric Adams in a sexual assault case.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrated his first St. Patrick's Day as mayor with a dramatic show of respect for groups he may have offended in the past.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and the MTA have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration for withholding funds designed to extend the Second Avenue subway west into Harlem.
The Senate voted to begin a marathon debate on the SAVE America Act, an elections bill that President Trump has been pressing Republicans to pass.
A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
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.
A new study shows toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS may be entering the food chain on Long Island through contaminated soil, water and air.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
Legendary New York City television news anchor Ernie Anastos has died. His wife says he died early Thursday morning of pneumonia.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
Mets fans got a sneak peek Wednesday at the new food coming to Citi Field's menu for the 2026 season.
The WNBA and its players' union reached a verbal agreement on a transformational new collective bargaining agreement early Wednesday morning, both sides said.
With the game tied going into the 9th, Eugenio Suárez smacked a double into left-center field to score pinch runner Javier Sonoja for what would prove to be the winning run.
Josh Hart scored a season-high 33 points on 12-of-13 shooting to lead the Knicks over the Pacers 136-110 on Tuesday night.
The New York Islanders beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-1 on Tuesday night.
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.
A Harlem school is teaching students how to love, honor and care for their natural hair.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
Neighbors and local businesses in Long Island City, Queens, say rental trucks parked on streets are impacting daily operations.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
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 New York City Council employee who was detained by ICE more than two months ago must be deported, a federal judge says. The City Council speaker is calling the decision outrageous. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Mets fans, we hope you're hungry. Citi Field just showed off its menu additions for the 2026 season. CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock shows us what's new.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for March 18 at 5:45 p.m.
For the first time, we're hearing from the woman who was brutally stabbed while walking to her bus stop in Queens. The victim told CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis she feared for her life.
Sixteen family members will perform together at Carnegie Hall on Monday. The youngest is 7 years old. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin introduces us to the Brinton family pianists.
