Judge grants request for competency exam of imam stabbing suspect
Zorba, who pleaded not guilty to stabbing the imam in April, appeared via Zoom for a pre-trial hearing.
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Zorba, who pleaded not guilty to stabbing the imam in April, appeared via Zoom for a pre-trial hearing.
Serif Zorba is accused of stabbing the imam during morning prayers inside a mosque.
Paterson is home to New Jersey's largest Muslim population.
Muslims around the world are celebrating Eid al-Fitr, the end of the month-long holy fast of Ramadan. CBS2's Christine Sloan covered some of the festivities in Paterson, which has the largest Muslim population in New Jersey.
Detectives with the prosecutor's office are taking over the investigation.
Imam Sayed Elnakib was stabbed while leading morning prayer inside the mosque on April 9.
There are almost too many heroes to count on the surveillance video of the attack, CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
Congregants chased down the suspect and held him until police arrived.
The state stepped in after several incidents involving the force, including the fatal shooting of Najee Seabrooks.
Last month, the New Jersey attorney general's office took over the Paterson Police Department after several controversial incidents, including the fatal shooting of a man experiencing a mental health crisis.
Imam Sayed Elnakib remains hospitalized after suffering at least two stab wounds to his lungs.
We hear from the Council on American-Islamic Relations after police say an imam was stabbed during a Ramadan prayer service over the weekend in Paterson.
Serif Zorba was allegedly caught on surveillance video stabbing the imam during prayer at Omar Mosque in Paterson, CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports.
The imam's condition is said to be improving and he is expected to make a full recovery.
Paterson officials are promising to keep the Muslim community safe after an imam was stabbed during a Ramadan prayer service at a mosque Sunday. CBS2's John Dias reports.
Paterson officials are promising to keep the Muslim community safe after an imam was stabbed during a Ramadan prayer service at a mosque Sunday.
The suspect, identified as 32-year-old Serif Zorba, was apprehended, officials said.
The man accused of attacking him is due in court later today. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
Police say a 32-year-old man was arrested. The imam is expected to make a full recovery. CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports.
The 65-year-old imam is expected to make a full recovery. CBS2's Lisa Rozner has the latest on the investigation.
A 32-year-old man was taken into custody. The victim is expected to make a full recovery. CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports.
No arrests have been made in either case.
Police in New Jersey are investigating two separate shootings in Paterson that happened just 45 minutes apart.
Matthew Platkin's office took over after what he called a series of policing failures, including the fatal shooting of a community activist.
New Jersey's attorney general has released a list of changes to Paterson's police department since his office took over in March.
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A New York woman is accused of plotting "a major attack" on the state capitol building in Albany, authorities said Thursday.
A car crash left three people hurt and multiple vehicles mangled Thursday morning in Manhattan's Inwood neighborhood.
The Democratic National Committee is on the hunt for the best host city for the 2028 Democratic convention.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection commissioner are partnering up to combat wage theft, tenant harassment and fraud targeting immigrants.
A New York woman is accused of plotting "a major attack" on the state capitol building in Albany, authorities said Thursday.
A car crash left three people hurt and multiple vehicles mangled Thursday morning in Manhattan's Inwood neighborhood.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection commissioner are partnering up to combat wage theft, tenant harassment and fraud targeting immigrants.
A flood watch has been issued for parts of the Tri-State Area, including New York City, as severe weather could bring downpours and a possible tornado.
A four-alarm fire in the Bronx sent four people to the hospital, and FDNY officials said blocked hydrants delayed their response.
A flood watch has been issued for parts of the Tri-State Area, including New York City, as severe weather could bring downpours and a possible tornado.
Rainy weather returns to the New York City area Sunday, bringing with it the threat of flooding.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is heading to the Little League World Series after beating Darien, Connecticut, in the Metro Region Tournament on Friday.
We're in great shape on this Friday as we gear up for another weekend.
The potential for severe storms and downpours returns to the Tri-State Area Monday as sweltering temperatures continue.
A flood watch has been issued for parts of the Tri-State Area, including New York City, as severe weather could bring downpours and a possible tornado.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is advancing to the next round of the Little League World Series.
Researchers say an alarming study on cognitive decline is specific to the African American community in Newark, New Jersey.
A former New Jersey correctional police officer pleaded guilty to smuggling contraband into Northern State Prison, Attorney General Jennifer Davenport announced Wednesday.
As we approach the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks, there is an ongoing fight to repair Jersey City's memorial for the victims.
A flood watch has been issued for parts of the Tri-State Area, including New York City, as severe weather could bring downpours and a possible tornado.
Long Island is getting a new soccer team. The United Soccer League has awarded a professional men's franchise to Long Island that is set to launch in 2028.
A fuel truck overturned on the Rockaway Turnpike on the border of Queens and Nassau County on Wednesday. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
An overturned gasoline tanker spilled thousands of gallons of fuel near JFK Airport late Wednesday morning. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
A kitten had to be rescued after becoming stranded Tuesday morning on Long Island's Sunrise Highway.
A New York woman is accused of plotting "a major attack" on the state capitol building in Albany, authorities said Thursday.
The Democratic National Committee is on the hunt for the best host city for the 2028 Democratic convention.
As we approach the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks, there is an ongoing fight to repair Jersey City's memorial for the victims.
President Trump said Tuesday that the U.S. and Canada have reached a last-minute agreement to pause the 50% tariffs.
The New York City Council held an hours-long hearing Tuesday afternoon on the controversial new pied-à-terre tax rollout.
A New Yorker has tested positive for West Nile virus, the city health department announced Wednesday.
Researchers say an alarming study on cognitive decline is specific to the African American community in Newark, New Jersey.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Two more deaths have been reported in connection to the Legionnaires' disease cluster on the Upper East Side, health officials said Friday.
Jones Beach is back open for swimmers after it was prohibited due to elevated bacterial levels. The rare shutdown took place from Thursday afternoon through midday Friday.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Brian Hickerson and his brother, Zach, made the 911 call that brought first responders to the apartment where Hayden Panettiere was found unresponsive.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
The lineup for the 2026 Global Citizen Festival in New York City was announced Thursday.
Latin music stars Marc Anthony, Feid, and others are set to perform at a benefit concert in Miami on August 16.
MLS-leading Nashville SC pulled out a 1-0 victory over the New York Red Bulls on Wednesday night.
FC Cincinnati beat New York City FC 2-1 on Wednesday.
Pete Alonso's drive down the left-field line in the seventh inning was ruled foul, and the New York Yankees took advantage of that reprieve, scoring twice in the top of the eighth to beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-3 on Wednesday night.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is advancing to the next round of the Little League World Series.
Carson Benge hitting a two-run homer to conclude an impressive series, helping the Mets beat the Padres 4-2 on Wednesday.
A Queens homeowner says that overgrown city trees on her block are creating a safety hazard at night.
Neighbors say Flushing Meadows Corona Park has been falling into disrepair for years.
The owner of a beloved Harlem food truck known for its burgers under $5 is retiring and selling the business.
The historic Art Deco bathhouse at Jacob Riis Park is getting a new life as the Rockaway Ocean Club. But as the long-dormant building reopens, some locals are questioning who will have access to its amenities.
Some residents of a Queens building say a temporary boiler truck parked outside has become a nearly two-year fixture, emitting smoke they say drifts into their homes.
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.
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Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Weather forecast as heavy rain and storms may cause flooding in parts of the tri-state area.
The tri-state area will have heavy rain and potential storm flooding in areas in the late afternoon into the Thursday night.
The weather in NYC and the Tri-State Area will feature plenty of rain and storms. CBS News New York Meteorologist John Elliott has the forecast.
A pilot was killed in a terrifying midair collision near a small airport in Pennsylvania.
