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The 26-year-old driver stayed at the season. No charges were filed. CBS2's Tony Aiello reports.
Postal inspectors say an Amazon driver left a pallet of packages on the sidewalk outside the closed security gate.
With the holiday season now in full swing, thieves are looking to steal your packages. It happened recently to several people in Queens. CBS2's Tim McNicholas spoke to the experts, who say this could have been prevented.
The impact sheared off the top of the trailer, leaving debris on the truck and the roadway.
A tractor-trailer slammed into an overpass in Queens on Wednesday.
Police said three men were inside a red Infinity X50 that was pulled over for having mismatched license plates.
Police say the officer was struck after pulling over a car in Queens.
A freshman at Brown University is making history as the first woman on an NCAA Division 1 baseball roster. CBS2's Michael George has the remarkable story of 18-year-old Olivia Pichardo, from Queens.
Two civilians and a firefighter were hospitalized after the fire broke out Tuesday morning in Jamaica.
Dozens of firefighters responded around 5:15 a.m. Tuesday to a home on Santiago Street in Jamaica.
Police said the teen was attacked a by a group who took his cellphone.
Police say the 15-year-old was attacked a robbed by a group of people Monday in Astoria.
Two people were taken to the hospital in serious, but stable condition.
Two people were taken to the hospital in serious, but stable condition.
It was held at Holly Innocents Roman Catholic Church.
Dan Rice reports from Chopper 2.
People at the Astoria Houses told us about a lack of heat in their homes.
Police say the 54-year-old woman was trying to cross Woodhaven Boulevard at 91st Avenue when she was hit.
Linda Edwards, who told CBS2's Kevin Rincon about the outage, contacted us Monday to say the heat was fixed.
Linda Edwards, who told CBS2's Kevin Rincon about the outage, contacted us Monday to say the heat was fixed shortly after our report aired Sunday night.
The NYPD is looking for a driver in a hit-and-run that critically injured a woman in Queens.
A home health attendant found the bodies of three women Friday morning at a home in Springfield Gardens.
A person of interest is being held after the bodies of three women were found inside a home in Queens.
Police sources said a male relative is a person of interest.
Damage from a possible tornado and Thursday's storms has prompted a state of emergency in Nassau County, officials say.
Disturbing attacks by two dogs were caught on camera in the Dix Hills neighborhood on Long Island.
The New York City Council is considering a new bill to address the city's backlog of emergency calls as some say the situation has reached critical mass.
Bayonne is still riding the high from Wednesday night's Little League World Series game, where the boys beat Massachusetts 2-1.
This year, Westchester's Annual 9/11 Day of Service will expand to four days, taking place from Sept. 8-11.
Damage from a possible tornado and Thursday's storms has prompted a state of emergency in Nassau County, officials say.
Disturbing attacks by two dogs were caught on camera in the Dix Hills neighborhood on Long Island.
The New York City Council is considering a new bill to address the city's backlog of emergency calls as some say the situation has reached critical mass.
This year, Westchester's Annual 9/11 Day of Service will expand to four days, taking place from Sept. 8-11.
A New York woman is accused of plotting "a major attack" on the state Capitol building in Albany, authorities said Thursday.
A tornado warning that was issued for Queens and parts of Nassau County due to a severe thunderstorm in the area of Rockaway Beach has been canceled.
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.
Bayonne is still riding the high from Wednesday night's Little League World Series game, where the boys beat Massachusetts 2-1.
A tornado warning that was issued for Queens and parts of Nassau County due to a severe thunderstorm in the area of Rockaway Beach has been canceled.
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.
Damage from a possible tornado and Thursday's storms has prompted a state of emergency in Nassau County, officials say.
Disturbing attacks by two dogs were caught on camera in the Dix Hills neighborhood on Long Island.
Disturbing attacks by two dogs were caught on camera in the Dix Hills neighborhood on Long Island. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff spoke with the victims and the dogs' owners.
A tornado warning that was issued for Queens and parts of Nassau County due to a severe thunderstorm in the area of Rockaway Beach has been canceled.
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 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.
Bayonne is still riding the high from Wednesday night's Little League World Series game, where the boys beat Massachusetts 2-1.
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.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and the Consumer and Worker Protection commissioner unveiled a new effort to protect immigrants from wage theft, tenant harassment and fraud.
Severe weather moved through the Tri-State Area on Thursday afternoon, bringing heavy rain, flash floods and strong winds. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo and Lisa Rozner report.
Bayonne is still riding the high from Wednesday night's Little League World Series game, where the boys beat Massachusetts 2-1. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian spoke with the team as they prepare for their next game.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for August 20 at 7:30 p.m.
In the last quarter century, the idea of giving back on September 11th has taken root. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports on plans to expand the Day of Service in Westchester County.
