New Yorkers urge Mamdani to re-appoint "rat czar"
Some New Yorkers want the mayor-elect to appoint a new "rat czar" when he takes office after an uptick in rat sightings.
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Some New Yorkers want the mayor-elect to appoint a new "rat czar" when he takes office after an uptick in rat sightings.
Witnesses say they heard a gunshot and then a woman screaming for some time. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports from the scene.
Police say the 36-year-old woman was found with a gunshot wound to the head late Wednesday night. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports from the scene.
Despite being billed as a popular initiative aimed to create vibrant public spaces, some NYC business owners are pushing back against Open Streets.
For some, the popular initiative aimed at creating vibrant public spaces in Brooklyn hasn't quite worked out. CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger explains why it's an issue that's gotten the attention of the mayor.
New Yorkers have a lot to look forward to Labor Day weekend, starting with the Junior Carnival outside the Brooklyn Museum. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports.
It comes after Mayor Eric Adams' promise to build four skate parks in city. CBS New York's Hannah Kliger reports.
New York City officials say they now plan to complete an unfinished bike lane project in Brooklyn.
New York City officials say they now plan to complete an unfinished bike lane project in Brooklyn.
A traffic safety project is in limbo. Advocates want a bikeway in Brooklyn finished, but others say not so fast. The project in question is along Underhill Avenue in Prospect Heights. CBS New York's Hannah Kliger reports.
After 9/11, Delendick spent time at the World Trade Center site, offering comfort and prayer to those in need.
The man was stabbed with an unknown sharp object when he was in the 400 block of Dean Street in Prospect Heights, police said.
Lightscape at Brooklyn Botanic Garden is a one-mile trail with over 1 million lights.
The pedestrian plaza is part of the city's Open Streets program.
A new pedestrian plaza is now open in Brooklyn.
One residents told CBS2 there was an initial fire that was put out but then more trouble.
The annual festivities are in full swing as the city celebrates Caribbean culture. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
Police say Elliot was last seen leaving her family's home around 11 a.m. on July 27 in Prospect Heights.
Police are looking for a Brooklyn teenager who has been missing for almost a week.
It happened around 2:15 a.m. Sunday at Dean Street and Washington Avenue.
The NYPD is investigating a deadly hit-and-run involving two cars in Prospect Heights.
New York fashionistas were allowed to come for their own gala at the library for free.
It happened Wednesday just before 5:30 p.m. outside the Atlantic Terminal Mall.
People who were inside the mall say stores closed their doors for almost half an hour after gunshots rang out.
A teenager was injured after a shooting outside of a Brooklyn mall Wednesday; CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports.
There have been three gun-related incidents at New York City public schools this week alone. Now, both parents and school safety agents are raising concerns.
A data company is finding that some Airbnb hosts in New Jersey are charging a lot for the time period around upcoming World Cup matches.
A New Jersey man was sentenced Thursday to 17 years in prison for a brutal attack involving a dog on a New York City pizzeria manager.
A New Rochelle animal shelter is asking for help identifying two people who are seen on video leaving a dog in a locked cage outside.
Police are looking for four suspects accused of robbing a Pokémon trading card store on Thursday in Manhattan.
There have been three gun-related incidents at New York City public schools this week alone. Now, both parents and school safety agents are raising concerns.
A data company is finding that some Airbnb hosts in New Jersey are charging a lot for the time period around upcoming World Cup matches.
A New Jersey man was sentenced Thursday to 17 years in prison for a brutal attack involving a dog on a New York City pizzeria manager.
A New Rochelle animal shelter is asking for help identifying two people who are seen on video leaving a dog in a locked cage outside.
Police are looking for four suspects accused of robbing a Pokémon trading card store on Thursday in Manhattan.
Two men posing as Amazon delivery workers held a Connecticut homeowner at gunpoint while robbing him and his wife, police said.
Wednesday night, things begin to change. Showers linger, and areas well north and west may pick up some light snow.
Police in Danbury, Connecticut, are actively looking for a man who they believe fired a deadly gunshot that traveled through a wall and killed his neighbor.
There's plenty of sunshine is on the way to the Tri-State Area, but the First Alert Weather team is also tracking a round of snow later this week.
It was a mostly dry Sunday, until some snow squalls briefly hit the Tri-State Area on Sunday night.
A data company is finding that some Airbnb hosts in New Jersey are charging a lot for the time period around upcoming World Cup matches.
A pastor in Morristown, New Jersey, says community members are too afraid to go outside after recent ICE activity.
Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop is reflecting on his public career as he moves to New York for his next job.
Priyatharsini Natarajan, 35, of Hillsborough, N.J. faces two first-degree murder charges in the death of her two boys, 5 and 7.
Wednesday night, things begin to change. Showers linger, and areas well north and west may pick up some light snow.
A federal judge ruled the Empire Wind project can move forward while he considers the merits of the Trump administration's order to suspend it.
Hochul said she would commit $1.7 billion in the next budget to expand child care in New York in her 2026 state of the state address.
Wednesday night, things begin to change. Showers linger, and areas well north and west may pick up some light snow.
Three people were sentenced Tuesday for their roles in murdering and dismembering a man and a woman in Amityville in February 2024.
The trial in the case of accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann is finally in sight.
Hochul said she would commit $1.7 billion in the next budget to expand child care in New York in her 2026 state of the state address.
Venezuelan opposition leader María Machado previously said she wanted to "share" the prize for removing Nicolás Maduro from power.
A panel of judges on a federal appeals court ruled Thursday that a district court judge did not have the authority to order the release of Columbia University activist Mahmoud Khalil.
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot a man Wednesday night in north Minneapolis after allegedly being attacked by men with shovels during an arrest operation, three U.S. officials told CBS News.
Border czar Tom Homan said no decision had been made about the exact nature of the cuts, which are supposed to take effect in two weeks.
Nurses continue to hold the picket line as the largest nurses' strike in New York City history is on its third day with no end in sight.
Nurses say health care benefits and workplace safety are their main reasons for striking, and are refusing to go back to work until their demands are met.
Loved ones of patients at hospitals in New York City are concerned about care as nurses continue to strike due to failed contract negotiations on Monday.
The New York State Nurses Association said it called for the strike as negotiations stalled with the city's wealthiest hospitals.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
John Forté, the Grammy-nominated musician known for his work with the Fugees, was found dead in his home in Massachusetts.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
Video of an angry confrontation during intermission at a performance of "Mamma Mia!" on Broadway is going viral on social media.
Authorities said the alleged scheme involved 39 players, 17 different NCAA Division I men's basketball teams and 29 games.
Negotiations are ongoing, but John Harbaugh is expected to end up coaching the New York Giants.
The Kings (11-30) won their third straight to spoil the return of Knicks coach Mike Brown, who made his first appearance in Sacramento since being abruptly fired early in the 2024-25 season.
The New Orleans Pelicans edged the Brooklyn Nets 116-113 on Wednesday night.
The Ottawa Senators handed the New York Rangers a fifth consecutive loss, beating them 8-4 on Wednesday night.
A group in Queens has banded together to revive landlines and give their children a simpler way to socialize.
A city-approved plan to rezone a stretch of Atlantic Avenue is expected to bring thousands of new apartments to Brooklyn, but tenant advocates say the deal falls short for lower-income residents and could accelerate displacement.
A three-year pilot run by the Brooklyn Justice Initiative and the Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice aims to improve court compliance and reduce recidivism by meeting participants where they live.
Harlem native Teyana Taylor wins her first major acting honor at the 83rd Golden Globes Awards for her performance in Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another." Locals say it's a win for the whole neighborhood.
Legislation would protect and expand hunger programs and improve benefit security as New York pantries see rising demand.
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 federal judge on Thursday cleared the way for a New York offshore wind project to resume construction.
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado said she presented her Nobel Peace Prize medal to President Trump during her visit to the White House on Thursday. Machado has praised Mr. Trump for ordering the raid that captured former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Erica Brown reports.
A group of parents in Queens is bringing back an old idea for a new purpose. They say teaching their kids how to use a landline is a great way for them to unplug from screens. Evyn Moon reports.
The Broadway musical "Hell's Kitchen," featuring the music of Alicia Keys, is closing in February.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for January 15 at 5:45 p.m.
