Middlesex County, N.J. towns miffed by low salt supply ahead of snowstorm
As officials across New Jersey prepare for this weekend's expected snowstorm, Piscataway says it hasn't received a salt shipment in weeks.
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As officials across New Jersey prepare for this weekend's expected snowstorm, Piscataway says it hasn't received a salt shipment in weeks.
Brian Wahler has been mayor of Piscataway for 25 years and says he's never seen the town's salt barn so empty. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports.
The mayor of Piscataway, New Jersey, said his government is still trying to secure enough salt for the upcoming snow storm.
Police shot and killed a man armed with a machete who confronted them Monday evening in Piscataway, New Jersey, authorities said.
Police responding to a 911 call in Piscataway shot and killed a machete and then found the bodies of three of his family members in his home. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
A shocking discovery was made at a home in Middlesex County, New Jersey, Monday night following a deadly police shooting.
A harrowing discovery was made at a home in Middlesex County, New Jersey, on Monday night following a deadly police shooting. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
A New Jersey fire chief who allegedly dumped a bucket of rocks, mud and gravel onto a rare 1995 Nissan Nismo 270R has been criminally charged.
A New Jersey fire chief who allegedly vandalized a rare Nissan sports car is facing criminal charges. CBS New York's Nick Caloway reports.
Fish, Inc. helps keep residents in need fed and clothed. Last week's fire destroyed the group's building. But not its mission.
The group helps keep residents in need fed and clothed. Last week's fire destroyed the group's building. But not its mission. CBS New York's Nick Caloway reports.
There was supposed to be a food and clothing drive at Fish, Inc. in Piscataway on Wednesday morning, but all of the items were destroyed.
There was supposed to be a food and clothing drive at Fish, Inc. in Piscataway on Wednesday morning, but all of the items were destroyed. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
It happened around 1:45 p.m. at a site to repair the overpass at River Road.
An explosion injured four workers at a construction site on a bridge in Middlesex County. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3S4C6EK
It happened around 1:45 p.m. at a site to repair the overpass along River Road.
Eventually, the alligator will be sent to a sanctuary in Florida.
A 4-foot long alligator was captured near the side of the road Thursday in New Jersey. Officials tell CBS New York's Nick Caloway they believe this was the same alligator that was on the loose in Middlesex.
Sources say the victim was elderly and uses a wheelchair.
Police in New Jersey arrested a man accused in a violent home invasion in Piscataway.
The Piscataway High School team just earned a spot in NASA's prestigious TechRise Challenge.
It happened at Haines Avenue and New Durham Road.
They say a truck displaying images and messages on a digital screen has been driving past mosques.
The group created traps to target the pests using household items -- no pesticides or chemicals.
Piscataway Mayor Brian C. Wahler says the damage could impact grocery store shelves.
New York City Police are looking for the man accused of pushing two men onto the subway tracks on the Upper East Side Sunday.
Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, has reached a deal with the Department of Justice as part of a high-stakes antitrust trial.
Two IEDs were thrown during protests outside New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's residence, Gracie Mansion, on Saturday, the NYPD said.
Trump's assurances that a rising U.S. death toll and soaring energy prices will be temporary and worth the pain are failing to assuage jittery investors.
The preliminary U.S. intelligence assessment suggests that the U.S. is "likely" responsible for the bombing of the girls' school in Iran on Feb. 28.
New York City Police are looking for the man accused of pushing two men onto the subway tracks on the Upper East Side Sunday.
Two IEDs were thrown during protests outside New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's residence, Gracie Mansion, on Saturday, the NYPD said.
Hundreds marched along Fifth Avenue in Manhattan on Sunday, calling for liberation in Iran while standing in solidarity with its people.
Major Sorffly Davius, an NYPD officer who was deployed to Kuwait with the U.S. Army National Guard, died Friday after suffering a medical episode.
Virtual reality is helping some veterans on Long Island travel the world again without leaving their nursing home.
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.
Another round of snow is impacting the Tri-State Area Wednesday, just after a major blizzard dumped more than 2 feet of snow in some parts of New York and New Jersey.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
While the money promised by Gov. Mikie Sherrill will help Phillipsburg make sinkhole repairs, it won't be enough to get everyone back in their homes.
The suspect allegedly used Google Translate to threaten to shoot a cashier at Mi Rinconcito Ecuatoriano in Newark.
Americans coming from the Middle East arrived at JFK Airport on Thursday and said the U.S. evacuation plan after attacking Iran was grossly insufficient.
New Jersey E-ZPass users could soon be able to ditch the tags mounted to their windshields to pay tolls.
Virtual reality is helping some veterans on Long Island travel the world again without leaving their nursing home.
Many of these Long Islanders believe their section of New York's shoreline is shrinking because of the brutal winter.
John Miro, a 70-year-old Long Island crossing guard who was struck by a driver while on the job last week, has died, police confirm.
Middle Country Road in Suffolk County will be getting major improvements, as a portion of it has been on a list of New York's ten deadliest roads for years.
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.
Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, has reached a deal with the Department of Justice as part of a high-stakes antitrust trial.
Two IEDs were thrown during protests outside New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's residence, Gracie Mansion, on Saturday, the NYPD said.
The preliminary U.S. intelligence assessment suggests that the U.S. is "likely" responsible for the bombing of the girls' school in Iran on Feb. 28.
Hundreds marched along Fifth Avenue in Manhattan on Sunday, calling for liberation in Iran while standing in solidarity with its people.
In a phone interview with CBS News, President Trump dismissed threats from Iran's top national-security official, who posted on social media that Mr. Trump must "pay the price" for the strikes on Iran.
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.
New York Attorney General Letitia James' office has ordered NYU Langone Health to resume its Transgender Youth Health Program.
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.
Brian Anthony Moreland is a Tony Award-nominated producer who has worked on numerous hit shows and joins a short list of Black producers working on Broadway.
Pokémon fans across New York City waited in live for special events marking the franchise's 30th anniversary.
John Gibson and Cam Talbot combined to make 31 saves, Dominik Shine scored his first NHL goal and the Red Wings beat the Devils 3-0 on Sunday night.
Wiki Carmona scored two goals against his former team after Prince Owusu found the net on a penalty kick and CF Montreal thumped the Red Bulls 3-0 on Sunday.
Luka Doncic had 35 points and eight rebounds, Austin Reaves added 25 points and the Los Angeles Lakers overcame LeBron James' injury absence to grind out a 110-97 victory over the New York Knicks.
Ziaire Williams made two 3-pointers in the final three minutes and the Brooklyn Nets ended a 10-game losing streak by rallying to beat the Detroit Pistons 107-105.
The New Jersey Devils beat the New York Rangers 6-3 on Saturday for their fourth straight win.
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.
Could New York City's harsh winter weather end up curbing the number of rats? Here's why experts are saying don't count on it.
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.
Two men are being charged in federal court for bringing explosive devices to protests outside Gracie Mansion in New York City. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
Firefighters were called to a conservation area in Putnam County Sunday morning for a report of a K-9 trapped on a rock.
The first few days of the week are a preview of springs with highs in the 60s and 70s. The next chance of rain will come towards the end of the week with some cooler temperatures. CBS News New York Meteorologist Tony Sadiku has the afternoon forecast.
Ticketmaster's parent company, Live Nation, will pay $280 million in civil penalties to 40 states that sued the company. Ticketmaster must also open technology to allow other ticket sellers to use its platform, sources told CBS News.
Police are looking for the driver of a white box truck who they say slammed into a lift, knocking a 34-year-old workers off the platform. The force of the crash also pushed the lift into a 66-year-old pedestrian, officers said.
