Police technology helps detect sharks at Rockaway Beach
Swimmers at Rockaway Beach in Queens had a scare Thursday after two shark sightings. As CBS New York's Lori Bordonaro reports, police technology helped detect the danger in the water.
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Swimmers at Rockaway Beach in Queens had a scare Thursday after two shark sightings. As CBS New York's Lori Bordonaro reports, police technology helped detect the danger in the water.
There was a debate Wednesday at a public hearing on Mayor Eric Adams' rezoning proposal, which impacts housing. Some argue it will transform neighborhoods with little benefit to those who need it most. CBS New York's Elle McLogan reports.
It may have been hot outside Wednesday, but in Queens, it was Christmas in July. CBS New York's John Dias explains how some boys and girls are getting some holiday gifts early this year.
New York State Sen. John Liu, a Democrat from Queens, is chair of the New York City Education Committee. Watch his full interview on "The Point with Marcia Kramer" on CBS News New York.
The Jamaica, Queens community is reeling after an 8-year-old boy was stabbed to death inside his apartment Thursday.
The Jamaica, Queens community is reeling after an 8-year-old boy was stabbed to death inside his apartment Thursday. The suspect, believed to be the victim's half-brother, was shot and killed by police. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge spoke with distraught residents who say there were no signs of any issues.
Beach erosion may be contributing to dangerous swimming conditions at Jacob Riis Park in Queens, and experts say common solutions come with consequences.
An NYPD officer shot and killed a man who allegedly stabbed an 8-year-old boy to death in Queens on Thursday, police say.
An NYPD officer shot and killed a man who allegedly stabbed an 8-year-old boy to death in Queens on Thursday, police say. CBS New York's Lori Bordonaro reports.
Police are searching for a suspect after two people were stabbed in Flushing, Queens.
An 8-year-old boy was stabbed to death, and two other family members were hurt before the suspect was shot by police in Queens on Thursday. The suspect later died at the hospital. CBS New York's Lori Bordonaro reports.
Police provided an update Thursday on a deadly stabbing and officer-involved shooting in Queens.
After a cyclist was struck by a driver who allegedly fled a traffic stop in Queens on Wednesday, some people are questioning the officers' decision to chase the driver through a busy, residential area. CBS New York investigative reporter Tim McNicholas found police chases are on the rise.
A cyclist in Queens is critically hurt after police say he was mowed down by a driver trying to get away from officers Wednesday. CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
A driver fleeing police hit a cyclist in Queens, sending him to the hospital. CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
The Queens community is reacting to a scathing report on the Postal Service and what's being called a mail theft epidemic. CBS New York's Elle McLogan spoke to mail theft victims, along with the president of the Postal Police Union about the inspector general's findings.
A cyclist was critically injured Wednesday after being hit by a car in Astoria, Queens. Dan Rice reports from Chopper 2.
Congresswoman Grace Meng says the U.S. Postal Service has agreed to put recommendations in place to fight against mail theft. The recommendations were outlined in a federal investigation.
Local leaders are calling for change after two teens died of apparent drownings at Rockaway Beach in Queens recently.
After two teenagers died of apparent drownings at at Rockaway Beach, officials want some safety concerns met. CBS New York's John Dias reports.
Police say they found a body floating in the water in Far Rockaway, Queens on Saturday night near Beach 114th Street and Ocean Promenade.
Queens residents who lost their homes in an apartment building fire six months ago say they are again searching for somewhere to live as their temporary housing agreements expire.
It's been six months since fire ripped through a Sunnyside, Queens apartment building. Some of the tenants took the landlord's offer for temporary housing, but now those agreements are expiring. As CBS New York's Elle McLogan explains, they say they're out of options.
Two days after two sisters were hit by a car in Queens, their loved ones are sharing their heartbreaking story. A 16-year-old girl was killed and an 8-year-old girl was seriously hurt while on their way home from school. CBS New York's John Dias reports.
The MTA says riders can rely on prompt shuttle buses during six-week shutdown of G train line in Queens and Brooklyn.
The New York Knicks routed the Chicago Bulls 136-96 on Friday night in a game they led by 47 points.
The surging Hawks routed the Nets 141-107 on Friday night for their fourth straight victory and 18th in 20 games.
The Flyers beat the Islanders 3-1 on Friday night to move within one point of the Islanders for third place in the Metropolitan Division.
Easter weekend kicks off with May-like weather in the New York area before rain returns for the holiday.
With just over one square mile of land, the City of Hoboken says the 2026 FIFA World Cup could be a once-in-a-generation opportunity for homeowners.
Easter weekend kicks off with May-like weather in the New York area before rain returns for the holiday.
New York City's attempt to reduce class sizes will likely be pushed back for two years, a state senator told CBS News New York.
Stony Brook University professor Timothy Glotch is one of 10 scientists selected to shape research plans for NASA's next Artemis missions.
The struggle for some dementia patients and caregivers just to get through the day can be daunting and stressful, but some programs in New York are helping alleviate stress.
Social media influencers are driving a dangerous trend of people trespassing to explore abandoned buildings, New York State Police say.
Easter weekend kicks off with May-like weather in the New York area before rain returns for the holiday.
UConn's jaw-dropping buzzer beater catapulted them to the Final Four.
Bridgeport firefighter Terrence Cramer was killed after his girlfriend's ex shot him in a fit of rage at a Connecticut home, according to an arrest warrant.
Jabari Bush is accused of fatally shooting active-duty Bridgeport Firefighter Terrence Cramer in Shelton, police said.
Warmer weather will return to New York City and the surrounding area soon.
Easter weekend kicks off with May-like weather in the New York area before rain returns for the holiday.
With just over one square mile of land, the City of Hoboken says the 2026 FIFA World Cup could be a once-in-a-generation opportunity for homeowners.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her family are moving into Drumthwacket, the governor's official residence in Princeton.
A pastor in New Jersey was taken into custody by immigration agents while working at his day job, according to church members.
The discovery of a suspicious device forced the cancellation of the Keansburg, New Jersey, St. Patrick's Day Parade last weekend.
Stony Brook University professor Timothy Glotch is one of 10 scientists selected to shape research plans for NASA's next Artemis missions.
A Long Island man accused of shooting his sister in the head with a crossbow pleaded not guilty to attempted murder Thursday.
A Long Island high schooler and his mom are being credited with saving a sleeping neighbor from a house fire.
New York Republican gubernatorial nominee Bruce Blakeman said Tuesday he will sue the state after the Campaign Finance Board denied him matching funds.
The driver accused of striking and killing a Nassau County school crossing guard in February has been arraigned.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her family are moving into Drumthwacket, the governor's official residence in Princeton.
The search for the second crew member, a weapons system officer, is continuing, two U.S. officials said.
One of the sources said Hegseth wants someone in the role who will implement President Trump and Hegseth's vision for the Army.
A pastor in New Jersey was taken into custody by immigration agents while working at his day job, according to church members.
President Trump has ousted Pam Bondi as attorney general, saying she will be taking a job in the private sector.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was lured to a Dallas studio for a meeting, then allegedly kidnapped and robbed by a group including rappers Pooh Shiesty and Big30.
Megan Thee Stallion was released from a New York City hospital after she got sick during a performance of "Moulin Rouge! The Musical."
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Savannah Guthrie stepped back from her NBC duties almost two months ago when her mother, Nancy Guthrie, disappeared. The investigation is ongoing.
The New York Knicks routed the Chicago Bulls 136-96 on Friday night in a game they led by 47 points.
The surging Hawks routed the Nets 141-107 on Friday night for their fourth straight victory and 18th in 20 games.
The Flyers beat the Islanders 3-1 on Friday night to move within one point of the Islanders for third place in the Metropolitan Division.
The Yankees beat the Marlins 8-2 in their home opener Friday for their second 6-1 start in three seasons.
San Francisco rookie catcher Daniel Susac went 3 for 3 with a walk in his first four big league at-bats and the Giants rolled over the New York Mets 7-2.
Preparations for Passover in Brooklyn blend centuries-old rituals with modern traditions unique to each family.
New York has filed a lawsuit against solar company Attyx, saying it didn't just sell panels, it sold promises it couldn't keep.
Long before Manhattan's iconic street grid took shape, an English widow planned a Brooklyn community that helped shape the city today.
The Center for Brooklyn History showcase examines the Battle of Brooklyn through rare maps, paintings, and historical artifacts from the American Revolutionary War.
From World War II to modern mixology, women in Brooklyn fought for their place behind the bar. This Women's History Month, their legacy continues to influence the city's nightlife.
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.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for April 3 at 11 p.m.
A search-and-rescue operation is underway in the Middle East for an American aviator who is missing after Iran shot down a fighter jet Friday. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
The suspected gunman in the stray bullet shooting of a 7-month-old baby in Brooklyn was arraigned Friday as a second suspect was taken into custody in Pennsylvania. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports.
A second person of interest was taken into custody Friday in connection to the fatal shooting of a 7-month-old baby in Brooklyn. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports.
A police officer in upstate New York helped out a skunk with a cup on its head Friday morning.
