Gov. Murphy pays respects to Lt. Gov. Oliver's family
Gov. Phil Murphy paid his respects to the family of Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver on Thursday. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/47eVnsK
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Gov. Phil Murphy paid his respects to the family of Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver on Thursday. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/47eVnsK
Murphy is set to sign an executive order lowering the U.S. and state flags to half staff. The governor will then meet privately with Oliver's family.
Senate President Nick Scutari will continue to serve as acting governor until Murphy returns.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy will head back to the United States from Italy on Thursday.
Oliver was hospitalized suddenly Monday at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston for undisclosed medical care.
Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver has died at the age of 71. She was serving as acting governor while Gov. Phil Murphy is out of the country. We now hear from the senate president who takes over in her place.
The lieutenant governor was hospitalized Monday for an undisclosed medical condition.
Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver was serving as acting governor while Murphy is out of the country. CBS New York's Christine Sloan reports.
Gov. Phil Murphy is out of the country on a family vacation, and the lieutenant governor has been hospitalized. CBS New York's Tim McNicholas has what we know.
The borough president said Sunday he's ready to file legal action to get the plan to charge riders who drive below 60th Street in Manhattan stopped. CBS New York's Alecia Reid has the latest.
The legal action was based on the environmental cost to New Jersey residents.
The battle between New Jersey and New York over the congestion pricing program is heating up. Gov. Phil Murphy is encouraging businesses to leave the city and put down roots in Jersey. CBS New York political reporter Marcia Kramer reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3Y1FFgo
Gov. Phil Murphy says the state is suing the federal government to block the process. As CBS New York's John Dias reports, it comes the same day some of the new tolls were installed.
New Jersey is suing the federal government to block the controversial plan to charge drivers who enter Manhattan below 60th Street.
It comes as New Jersey's top officials are expected to announce actions against the controversial plan. CBS New York's John Dias has the details.
The severe weather turned parts of Belvidere into a mess. Landslides transformed Route 46 into a fast-moving creek.
The severe weather turned parts of Belvidere into a mess. Landslides transformed Route 46 into a fast-moving creek. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Parts of New Jersey are under a state of emergency after severe storms over the weekend.
Damaged roads and mudslides made it difficult for rescue crews to reach people in hard-hit Warren County, residents said. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
In Warren County, homes were in the dark and could stay that way for the next few days.
The measures will promote transparency and cap some out-of-pocket prescription drug costs.
Gov. Phil Murphy, Sen. Robert Menendez and Rep. Josh Gottheimer are vowing to defeat the MTA's plan.
Leading lawmakers say they are digging in for a long fight to defeat the plan. CBS New York's Christine Sloan has the story.
N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy, who is strongly in opposition, said he has retained legal counsel to fight the plan.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has hired attorneys to try to fight the plan. Congestion pricing could take effect early in 2024. CBS2's Dick Brennan has the story.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
Tens of thousands of dollars worth of walnuts were stolen in the Bronx earlier this month, New York State Police say.
For one week, three New Jersey high schoolers agreed not to take their phones to bed, and to try different tools to reduce screen time.
New Yorkers lost about $6.5 billion to fraud schemes in 2025, according to a new report from the Consumer Federation of America.
A New Jersey toddler's death after falling more than 20 stories has prompted new legislation designed to ensure windows are properly guarded in apartment buildings across the state.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
Tens of thousands of dollars worth of walnuts were stolen in the Bronx earlier this month, New York State Police say.
New Yorkers lost about $6.5 billion to fraud schemes in 2025, according to a new report from the Consumer Federation of America.
The widow of an NYPD detective killed in the line of duty in 2024 took the stand Thursday in the trial of the man accused of murdering him.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a court order that's meant to hit one of the city's "worst landlords" where it hurts.
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.
Snow and rain will make for messy morning and evening commutes for New Yorkers on Tuesday. It's a First Alert Weather Day.
The Tri-State Area's weekend is looking like a tale of two seasons with both snow and sunshine.
A New Jersey toddler's death after falling more than 20 stories has prompted new legislation designed to ensure windows are properly guarded in apartment buildings across the state.
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.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill hosted a ceremonial first train ride across the Portal North Bridge, designed to replace the trouble-plagued, 116-year-old Portal Bridge that long caused delays for commuters.
Two of New Jersey's biggest cities, Jersey City and Newark, are joining a push to bring FIFA World Cup celebrations to local streets.
Giants co-owners Steve, Laurie and Jonathan Tisch want to transfer their shares of the NFL club to their children's trusts, according to a league memo obtained by The Associated Press.
Jones Beach will host a series of special events commemorating America's 250th birthday this summer.
A Long Island woman is reuniting with the NYU Langone medical team that helped deliver her baby after she suffered from kidney failure.
A chilling cold case that goes back 52 years has been solved on Long Island, police say. DNA technology linked a former Oceanside sanitation worker to Barbara Waldman's 1974 murder.
Warmer weather has melted our frozen waterways, but that's giving rise to unusual hazards. The unusually cold winter uprooted docks, and sent debris into the bays and the Long Island Sound.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
A New Jersey toddler's death after falling more than 20 stories has prompted new legislation designed to ensure windows are properly guarded in apartment buildings across the state.
An aerial refueling tanker crashed in Western Iraq, U.S. officials said.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill hosted a ceremonial first train ride across the Portal North Bridge, designed to replace the trouble-plagued, 116-year-old Portal Bridge that long caused delays for commuters.
President Trump ordered the release of 172 million barrels of oil from the U.S.'s Strategic Petroleum Reserve on Wednesday, after oil prices rocketed to their highest levels in years amid the U.S.'s war with Iran.
About 30 U.S. service members remained hospitalized Tuesday after an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
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.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Failed contract agreements between Mount Sinai and Anthem have caused thousands of New York patients to lose in-network care.
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."
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Actress Daryl Hannah explains why the depiction of herself in the FX miniseries "Love Story" is unacceptable in an op-ed in Friday's New York Times.
Justin Timberlake is suing Sag Harbor to prevent the release of bodycam video of his 2024 arrest for driving while intoxicated on Long Island.
Zuby Ejiofor had 21 points as No. 13 St. John's opened the defense of last year's Big East Tournament title with an 85-72 win over Providence in the quarterfinals Thursday.
The New York Knicks rallied to beat the Utah Jazz 134-117 on Wednesday night to snap a two-game losing streak.
Two of New Jersey's biggest cities, Jersey City and Newark, are joining a push to bring FIFA World Cup celebrations to local streets.
Giants co-owners Steve, Laurie and Jonathan Tisch want to transfer their shares of the NFL club to their children's trusts, according to a league memo obtained by The Associated Press.
Just as anticipated, St. John's and UConn turned the Big East regular season into a two-team race. Maybe they're headed for one more heavyweight clash in the finals of the conference tournament.
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.
Manhattan historians recently discovered a link to the Underground Railroad at the Merchant's House Museum.
The National Dance Institute in Harlem hosts a special camp twice a year to bring together dancers with and without special needs for a dance camp, proving anyone can take center stage.
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.
One of the biggest names in ballet is speaking out after actor Timothée Chalamet recently appeared to dismiss the arts of ballet and opera, saying "no one cares" about them anymore. But as Adriana Diaz explains, ballerina Misty Copeland said the actor should be uplifting all art forms, instead of comparing them.
Many parents worry about how much time their kids spend scrolling on their phones. Meg Oliver asked three New Jersey high school students to try out different tools to reduce screen time and has their results after one week.
A man is dead after ramming a truck into a synagogue in Michigan in what the FBI said was a "targeted act of violence against the Jewish community." Synagogues around the nation are increasing security, including in New York City. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
Iran's new supreme leader issued his first written statement Thursday. He threatened that attacks on America and its allies in the Middle East will continue. Erica Brown and Jennifer Bisram report.
The 13th-ranked Red Storm overwhelmed Providence in the first half on their way to an 85-72 win in the quarterfinals at Madison Square Garden on Thursday. CBS News New York's Steve Overmyer reports.
