Rikers Correction Officer Accused Of Attacking Man Who Rear-Ended His Car
A Rikers Island correction officer is facing multiple charges after police say he beat a man in Queens while off duty.
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A Rikers Island correction officer is facing multiple charges after police say he beat a man in Queens while off duty.
The 30-year-old from Howard Beach was killed in August 2016 in Spring Creek Park.
Yufen Wang, 52, was charged with five counts of attempted murder last month.
The 44-year-old woman was taken to Jamaica Hospital, where she was listed in stable condition.
The workers say they're terrified to go to work and claim nothing is being done despite numerous complaints.
A man accused of groping two girls in Queens has been arrested. Noe Angel Soriano Cruz, 38, was charged with two counts of sex abuse Wednesday night.
Police are searching for a man accused of inappropriately touching little girls in Queens.
An up-and-coming local rapper was gunned down outside a Queens bar and now police are looking for his killer.
The NYPD is looking for a man caught on surveillance video accused of impersonating a police officer to rob a Queens homeowner.
Tina Moussighi, 30, was charged Friday with felony assault in connection with the boy's injuries.
A 1-year-old girl is dead and her twin brother is critically hurt after police say they were found with severe body trauma inside a Queens apartment.
Police said the 35-year-old victim and her child were on 84th Street in the Woodhaven neighborhood when they were approached by a man who demanded money.
A man was shot in the face and killed following a crash early Monday near a movie theater in Queens.
Ana Maria Archila, who confronted Arizona Sen. Jeff Flake inside an elevator ahead of the Senate Judiciary Committee's vote on Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett Kavaugh's confirmation says that she and the senator were able to share a human connection.
Police said employees discovered the man in the backseat of a BWM around 7 a.m. Sunday at the store on Northern Boulevard in Jackson Heights.
Police are trying to track down three men caught on camera beating a 23-year-old man with a bottle in Queens.
A man was stabbed on board the F train Wednesday in Queens, and police are searching for the suspect.
Authorities say he targeted 11 homes since July 22, most recently to September 22.
The NYPD wants your help identifying two men who allegedly posed as police officers as they robbed a man in Queens.
Simon grew up in Kew Gardens Hills and chose Flushing-Meadows Corona Park to say goodbye Saturday.
The woman accused of stabbing and slashing two adults and three infants at an unlicensed child care in Flushing, Queens, now faces five charges of attempted murder.
After a horrific act of violence at an unlicensed Queens child care center, police are investigating whether the location was being used by Chinese women to deliver their babies and claim U.S. citizenship.
Authorities said a 52-year-old female worker slashed three infants and stabbed two adults before cutting her own wrist early Friday morning in Flushing.
The shooting take place just before 7 a.m. near 77th Street and 19th Road in the Ditmars section of Queens.
Tears streamed down the face of Akshita Bangay, who knows how lucky she is to even be alive after what happened on Sept. 15 around 6:30 p.m.
The Knicks had their biggest playoff victory in franchise history, overwhelming and eliminating the Hawks 140-89 in Game 6 on Thursday night.
A shooting at a library in Freehold, New Jersey, is under investigation.
The soccer clinic at the Jamaica YMCA turned into a dream come true when the kids were given free tickets to a World Cup match.
Suffolk County officials say contamination from a former Grumman Navy site is far worse than previously acknowledged and is still spreading.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing pressure from opposing sides regarding a housing voucher program. While some want it to expand, others want to curb its growth.
The soccer clinic at the Jamaica YMCA turned into a dream come true when the kids were given free tickets to a World Cup match.
Suffolk County officials say contamination from a former Grumman Navy site is far worse than previously acknowledged and is still spreading.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing pressure from opposing sides regarding a housing voucher program. While some want it to expand, others want to curb its growth.
Advocates and lawmakers are trying to close what they call a loophole in New York's laws against stalking and harassment, which they say do not keep up with the digital age.
A car theft ring that victimized more than 250 people in the Bronx, Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens has been broken up, the NYPD said Thursday.
Some residual showers may linger into early Sunday morning, but the majority of the rainfall should be over by sunrise.
Amtrak announced Thursday it is suing Metro-North for allegedly blocking nonrevenue trains on a portion of the busy Northeast Corridor for over two months.
The Tri-State Area has the dirtiest air in the U.S. east of Texas, according to The American Lung Association's newly released "State of the Air" report.
Colder weather returns to the New York City area this week with sub-freezing temperatures in the suburbs.
New York City's balmy weather proved to be record-breaking for the date of April 15.
A shooting at a library in Freehold, New Jersey, is under investigation.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill marked her 100th day in office by highlighting property tax relief and her affordability focus, but Republicans say New Jersey is more expensive.
The DOJ is suing New Jersey and Gov. Mikie Sherrill over recent legislation limiting the power of ICE agents in the Garden State.
Keyport residents say they're on edge because of dozens of cancer cases over the years in a neighborhood near the former Aeromarine landfill.
Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin, is set to be dissolved as a massive legal settlement resolving thousands of lawsuits takes effect.
Suffolk County officials say contamination from a former Grumman Navy site is far worse than previously acknowledged and is still spreading.
The Suffolk County Police Department has converted a seized 2020 Corvette Stingray Coupe into a full-fledged police car, with lights and siren, to raise awareness about driving while under the influence.
Residents said anti-Muslim vandalism was found on at least eight stop signs in the area of Carto Circle in Deer Park.
Rumblings of a possible LIRR strike are putting commuters on edge. The MTA says it's preparing for a potential walkout, while union leaders say they're fighting for a fair deal.
Delays are still lingering after a Long Island Rail Road train hit debris Wednesday morning in one of the East River tunnels.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing pressure from opposing sides regarding a housing voucher program. While some want it to expand, others want to curb its growth.
Advocates and lawmakers are trying to close what they call a loophole in New York's laws against stalking and harassment, which they say do not keep up with the digital age.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill marked her 100th day in office by highlighting property tax relief and her affordability focus, but Republicans say New Jersey is more expensive.
New York City Comptroller Mark Levine is giving a thumbs up to Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani's proposed pied-à-terre tax. His approval, however, comes with several caveats.
Applications for the Little Apple program open Thursday. It will provide full-day care for 40 children ranging from 6 weeks to 3 years old.
Keyport residents say they're on edge because of dozens of cancer cases over the years in a neighborhood near the former Aeromarine landfill.
The B.R.O. Experience Foundation uses cognitive behavioral therapy, mentorship and creative expression to support men of color navigating identity.
Travelers at Newark Airport may have been exposed to an individual with measles, New Jersey health officials warn.
The Tri-State Area has the dirtiest air in the U.S. east of Texas, according to The American Lung Association's newly released "State of the Air" report.
The 16th Annual Lustgarten Foundation New York City Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research was held Sunday in Battery Park City.
"The Ed Sullivan Show" on CBS brought the evolution of rock music into America's living rooms. More than 50 years after Sullivan died, he's getting the ultimate rock 'n' roll honor.
Megan Thee Stallion has decided to end her run with "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" early, the Broadway show announced on Monday.
The woman accusing Harvey Weinstein of raping her at a Manhattan hotel room in 2013 took the stand Monday in the third trial of the disgraced movie mogul.
Ticketmaster will be rereleasing tickets for Harry Styles' upcoming concerts in New York City that were originally purchased by scalpers, the company says.
The upcoming fashion exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art includes 25 mannequins based on real bodies.
The Knicks had their biggest playoff victory in franchise history, overwhelming and eliminating the Hawks 140-89 in Game 6 on Thursday night.
The soccer clinic at the Jamaica YMCA turned into a dream come true when the kids were given free tickets to a World Cup match.
The Nationals beat the Mets 5-4 Thursday, dealing reeling New York its 17th loss in 20 games.
The Washington Nationals routed the reeling New York Mets 14-2 on a rainy Wednesday night at Citi Field.
Nathan Eovaldi delivered seven scoreless innings as the Rangers blanked the Yankees 3-0, snapping New York's hot streak and avoiding a sweep in Arlington.
In New York City, where land is at a premium, a stockpile of pristine soil unearthed at construction sites helps lower emissions and support urban farmers.
Have you ever wondered what happens to a restaurant's leftover or unsold food at the end of the day? Food access advocates say it could make a big difference if it were served to the community.
A new report finds a shortage of courts, fields and swimming pools in some New York City neighborhoods.
Residents living near New York City's busiest airports say the noise overhead has escalated from a nuisance to a health concern.
Construction began Tuesday on a major redesign of Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn.
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.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for April 30 at 11 p.m.
The Artemis II crew visited New York City on Thursday.
A man was shot at a library in Freehold, New Jersey, on Thursday. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
One person is dead, multiple homes were damaged, and more than a dozen residents were displaced after a massive house explosion in Queens. CBS News New York's Naomi Ruchim reports.
Knicks fans gathered at a watch party outside Madison Square Garden to celebrate the team's Game 6 win Thursday. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
