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Father Damien Ekete was hailing a cab Sunday on Rockaway Boulevard in the area of 134th Street in Jamaica when police said someone opened fire from a car, hitting him in the arm.
A home health care worker in Queens has been arrested, on accusations that he tied up her elderly patient.
The NYPD is searching for three teen suspects in connection to a violent attack on a 19-year-old victim in Queens.
Police said the suspect accused the victim of staring at her while she was in a dispute with the another person.
Crews were called to the scene near 88th Street and 165th Avenue in Howard Beach just after midnight.
A man wearing a hard hat, reflective vest, dust mask, gloves and dark glasses walked into the bank, pulled out a gun and demanded money, police said.
Chief of Detectives Bob Boyce said Clarence Jones was arrested Monday morning at 11:35 a.m. on Lincoln Place.
The NYPD is searching for a rental car driver who ran off after crashing into a church van in Queens.
An 11-year-old girl was reunited with family in New Jersey late Friday after her non-custodial mother allegedly took her in Queens.
In most cases, police said they approach the drivers after they've hopped out of their cabs, flash a gun and demand cash.
A Queens man who admitted to killing his ex-girlfriend and hiding her bloody body in the trunk of her car is heading to prison.
Lebanese dishes like tabbouleh and labneh are both healthy and delicious—one of the many reasons this type of Mediterranean cuisine has become so popular. Check out our picks for the best Lebanese food in NYC.
Police are looking for a thief in connection with more than a dozen burglaries in Queens.
Some Queens residents said a popular parking lot is turning into a danger zone, and they blamed falling debris.
Hillary Clinton campaigned at the Jackson Diner in Jackson Heights, Queens, and addressed gun violence in a forum in Port Washington, Long Island, on Monday, April 11, 2016.
A man was sentenced to 25 years in prison Monday for stabbing his wife to death as their young children tried to stop him in Queens four years ago.
A man has died after being shot in the head and torso in Queens early Saturday morning, police said.
City Council Member Costa Constantinides asked the public to come forward Friday with information about the crash that killed a 45-year-old man at the intersection of 30th Road and 21st Street in Astoria.
A 16-year-old boy was accused this week of holding a dagger to a girl's throat at a Queens high school, and threatening to slash her.
Police are looking for a woman who sent a young boy to steal a stroller from a porch in the Corona section of Queens.
Police want your help finding 64-year-old Clarence Jones. They say he's suspected of at least five attacks.
Queens District Attorney Richard A. Brown said Thursday that Luis Zambrano could face around 25 years in prison when he's sentenced on April 19.
Investigators said the video released overnight shows the suspect around the time of his latest attack Saturday afternoon on Ocean Parkway near Beverly Road in Brooklyn.
Ohio Gov. and Republican presidential candidate John Kasich made a stop at Gino's Pizzeria and Restaurant, at 158-46 Cross Bay Blvd. in Howard Beach on Wednesday, March 30, 2016.
Police and the FBI on Tuesday identified two suspects in a string of ATM skimming incidents in Brooklyn and Queens last fall.
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.
