Groundbreaking marks construction of New Jersey's new Portal Bridge
The outdated swing bridge was infamous for getting stuck when it would lift for boats to pass, said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.
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The outdated swing bridge was infamous for getting stuck when it would lift for boats to pass, said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.
The outdated swing bridge was infamous for getting stuck when it would lift for boats to pass, said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. CBS2's Natalie Duddridge reports.
The century-old rail bridge has been blamed for numerous delays for commuters.
New York and New Jersey have agreed to share the costs not covered by the federal government.
There are new developments for the Gateway Project, the plan to build two new rail tunnels under the Hudson River. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports on the funding deal.
Murphy and supporters believe the new laws will make the state safer, but others say the new legislation goes too far.
Gov. Phil Murphy on Tuesday signed several measures in response to recent mass shootings in Buffalo and Uvalde, Texas. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has more on what the bills contain.
Gov. Phil Murphy signs package of gun safety measures into law in New Jersey.
The measures come in response to the latest mass shootings in Buffalo and Uvalde, Texas. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has more on what's in them and reaction.
The governor is expected to sign off on a package of gun safety bills passed by the state legislature last week. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has the details.
The massacre during a Fourth of July parade in a northern suburb of Chicago was the 309th mass shooting this year in America.
The governor responded to Monday's mass shooting at a Fourth of July parade in Illinois with a tweet about Tuesday's bill signing.
One bill provides confidential care to out-of-state residents coming to the state.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy on Friday signed two bills protecting reproductive health for patients and providers.
Murphy says this budget makes New Jersey more affordable.
Gov. Phil Murphy on Thursday approved the largest budget in New Jersey's history.
Gov. Phil Murphy was scheduled to address the Supreme Court ruling that overturned New York's concealed carry law ahead of the latest ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade.
The governor will deliver the keynote address at a major anti-hate crime summit in Newark.
The agency says the engineers' union encouraged its workers to call out over a contract dispute.
The agency says the engineers' union encouraged its workers to call out over a contract dispute. CBS2's Lisa Rozner has the latest.
The governor said Wednesday the relief is coming because state revenues are strong.
CBS2's Nick Caloway has more on Gov. Phil Murphy's announcement on Wednesday.
The $6 billion project is up for bid. A winning firm will be selected sometime in early fall at the latest.
Gov. Hochul was joined by Gov. Murphy and other local officials to lay out the redesign plans.
Gov. Kathy Hochul was joined by Gov. Phil Murphy and Mayor Eric Adams for the announcement Thursday.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
Egor Demin scored 17 points, Noah Clowney added 16 and the Nets never trailed in a 127-82 romp over the Bucks on Sunday night.
A normally celebratory Hanukkah is now a somber moment, as Jews honor the lives lost in Australia. The NYPD has vowed to increase security at holiday-related events.
Trevor Lawrence accounted for six touchdowns, including a career-high five passing, and the Jaguars overwhelmed the Jets, 48-20 on Sunday.
Jacory Croskey-Merritt ran for a touchdown, Jaylin Lane returned a punt 63 yards for another score and the Commanders beat the Giants 29-21 on Sunday.
A normally celebratory Hanukkah is now a somber moment, as Jews honor the lives lost in Australia. The NYPD has vowed to increase security at holiday-related events.
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani says he will appoint a "World Cup czar" to push FIFA to lower ticket prices for the 2026 tournament.
Some of the highest totals were on Long Island and in New Jersey, where greater than 6 inches of snow was measured.
Six teenagers were shot and wounded after a Sweet 16 party overnight in Brooklyn, according to the NYPD.
UnitedHealthcare and NewYork-Presbyterian have roughly two weeks to reach an agreement or thousands of Medicare Advantage members could be forced to find care elsewhere.
Some of the highest totals were on Long Island and in New Jersey, where greater than 6 inches of snow was measured.
A large water main break in Waterbury, Connecticut, is impacting tens of thousands of residents.
Bitterly cold temperatures are likely causing icy road conditions Monday morning in the Tri-State Area.
Survivors of the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting, families and lawmakers gathered in Washington, D.C., on Thursday to honor the lives lost and continue calls for action to end gun violence.
Connecticut is dealing with its first measles case since 2021, after a child, who is not vaccinated, contracted the virus while traveling internationally.
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani says he will appoint a "World Cup czar" to push FIFA to lower ticket prices for the 2026 tournament.
Some of the highest totals were on Long Island and in New Jersey, where greater than 6 inches of snow was measured.
A judge in New Jersey agreed to release Mark Paulino from jail while he awaits a criminal trial for child pornography charges.
The cost of FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets may price out the tourists that New York and New Jersey have been expecting.
Bitterly cold temperatures are likely causing icy road conditions Monday morning in the Tri-State Area.
Some of the highest totals were on Long Island and in New Jersey, where greater than 6 inches of snow was measured.
A U.S. Postal Service clerk was caught on video stealing cards from the mail in a police sting on Long Island, according to investigators.
Bitterly cold temperatures are likely causing icy road conditions Monday morning in the Tri-State Area.
Drone technology recently helped Suffolk County police catch an alleged shoplifter.
This brutally cold weather stretch in the New York City area means business — especially with snow increasingly likely in the coming days.
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani says he will appoint a "World Cup czar" to push FIFA to lower ticket prices for the 2026 tournament.
Erika Kirk recalls the emotional fog of Charlie Kirk's assassination, addresses conspiracy theories and takes questions during a CBS News town hall hosted by Bari Weiss.
Mamdani refused to recognize Israel's right to exist as a Jewish state during an interview on CBS News New York's "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy is threatening to pull millions of dollars in federal funding to New York.
Adm. Alvin Holsey relinquished command Friday in a ceremony at U.S. Southern Command headquarters after announcing early retirement amid U.S. buildup off of Venezuela.
UnitedHealthcare and NewYork-Presbyterian have roughly two weeks to reach an agreement or thousands of Medicare Advantage members could be forced to find care elsewhere.
Connecticut is dealing with its first measles case since 2021, after a child, who is not vaccinated, contracted the virus while traveling internationally.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
New York has no plans to change hepatitis B vaccine guidance after a Centers for Disease Control advisory panel voted to stop recommending a first dose for newborns.
In New York alone, there have already been more than 17,000 flu cases and nearly 1,000 hospitalizations, and doctors anticipate it's only going to get worse as more people gather for the holidays.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
Peter Greene, best known for his role in "Pulp Fiction," has died at his home in New York City at 60 years old.
A woman struck and killed by a car in Midtown earlier this week was actress Wenne Alton Davis, police said.
The 2026 Met Gala co-chairs have been announced. Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman and Venus Williams are set to join Vogue's Anna Wintour.
President Trump is hosting the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
Egor Demin scored 17 points, Noah Clowney added 16 and the Nets never trailed in a 127-82 romp over the Bucks on Sunday night.
Trevor Lawrence accounted for six touchdowns, including a career-high five passing, and the Jaguars overwhelmed the Jets, 48-20 on Sunday.
Jacory Croskey-Merritt ran for a touchdown, Jaylin Lane returned a punt 63 yards for another score and the Commanders beat the Giants 29-21 on Sunday.
Zeev Buium scored in his first game since being traded to Vancouver, Thatcher Demko stopped 25 of the 26 shots, and the Canucks beat the Devils 2-1 on Sunday.
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani says he will appoint a "World Cup czar" to push FIFA to lower ticket prices for the 2026 tournament.
The city is sharing new details about the historic $1 billion investment announced for the Coney Island Boardwalk, the largest in its century-long history
New York City officials have secured long-awaited funding to restore the 102-year-old Coney Island boardwalk.
Residents on East 57th Street say reckless drivers have caused life-altering injuries and even death, but despite petitions and years of advocacy, the city has yet to install a speed bump.
Neighbors in Brooklyn's Victorian Flatbush are expressing frustration after the city designated only part of their area as a historic district.
Brooklyn's Prospect Park is getting financing for a long-term project to battle the impacts of climate change, city leaders say.
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.
The Los Angeles Mayor's Office and the California Governor's Office said the famed actor and director and his wife, Michele, died in a "tragic event." CBS News New York's Carissa Lawson reports.
CBS News New York's Craig Allen has your seven-day forecast.
Police say six teenagers are recovering after a shooting erupted outside the party in Cypress Hills. As CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports, police are searching for the gunmen.
Australia's prime minister called the attack an act of antisemitic terrorism. CBS News New York has learned the suspects were a father and son and one them was killed. Allen Devlin reports.
CBS News New York's Elle McLogan has a closer look at the risks.
