Fitzherbert Slowe, eldest of 13 children, killed in car crash in Queens
The 71-year-old, who relocated his family from Guyana, had just stepped out from work to get food Monday when tragedy struck.
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The 71-year-old, who relocated his family from Guyana, had just stepped out from work to get food Monday when tragedy struck.
Fitzherbert Slowe, 71, had just stepped out to get some food on Monday when police say someone ran a red light and crashed into him. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
Officials said the stubborn blaze at one point Wednesday grew to five alarms. CBS New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
Officials said the blaze is on the top floor of a six-story building. No injuries were immediately reported.
From displays for shoppers at Hudson Yards to a winter lantern festival in Queens and more.
'Tis the season for holiday light displays, and there are so many options around the city.
Investigators say Abdul Rahman submitted 118 false absentee ballot applications for the Democratic primary election.
A Queens man is accused of voter fraud. Investigators say 32-year-old Abdul Rahman submitted 118 false absentee ballot applications for the Democratic primary election in August 2022. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3Nvkwab
Catherine Papapaelos said she called 311 to get the tree removed for years, but the city told her it was in "perfect" shape.
Catherine Papapaelos said she called 311 to get the tree removed for years, but the city told her it was in "perfect" shape. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
Catherine Papapaelos said she called 311 to get the tree removed for years, but the city told her it was in "perfect" shape. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
New York City woke up to a wet, windy and unseasonably warm start Monday.
CBS New York's John Dias is live in Howard Beach, Queens where it's a warm, wet and windy start to the work week.
CBS New York's John Dias has a look at conditions for the morning commute.
Republican party leaders say they're confident in the vetting process this time.
A detective says she found over two dozen scam victims across 12 different states.
Authorities say they seized heroin-laced with fentanyl, other drugs, weapons and more than $140,000 in cash.
Authorities busted a drug trafficking ring in Queens after a 15-month investigation, leading to nearly a dozen arrests. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3RG6Fk4
Pilip is a registered Democrat, but was elected to the Nassau County Legislature on the Republican ballot line.
Pilip is a registered Democrat, but was elected to the Nassau County Legislature on the Republican ballot line.
A new animal shelter in Long Island City is giving rescued pets a second chance while supporting humans, too.
An analysis of city data shows a spike in storefront rent across Queens post-pandemic.
Mom-and-pop shops are the heartbeat of New York City's economy, but new research shows that rising storefront rent is taking its toll on the small businesses. CBS New York's Elle McLogan reports from Queens. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/46VQCTx
Police say multiple suspects entered Adams and Frank's jewelry store and while cleaning it out, shot a male employee in the right shoulder.
A robbery at a Queens jewelry store ended with a man shot and a search for suspects.
Luigi Mangione is expected to appear in federal court on Friday for a hearing designed to determine whether his backpack was lawfully searched.
Pop superstar Harry Styles will open an unprecedented 30-show residency at Madison Square Garden, starting on Aug. 26 and ending on Oct. 31.
The family said video of the incident at Anderson Center for Autism in Dutchess County came to light after a whistleblower contacted them about it.
Staten Island Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis is vowing to fight a court finding that says the lines of her 11th District are unconstitutional.
New York City is expected to employ remote learning on Monday due to the impending snowstorm.
Luigi Mangione is expected to appear in federal court on Friday for a hearing designed to determine whether his backpack was lawfully searched.
Pop superstar Harry Styles will open an unprecedented 30-show residency at Madison Square Garden, starting on Aug. 26 and ending on Oct. 31.
The family said video of the incident at Anderson Center for Autism in Dutchess County came to light after a whistleblower contacted them about it.
Staten Island Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis is vowing to fight a court finding that says the lines of her 11th District are unconstitutional.
New York City is expected to employ remote learning on Monday due to the impending snowstorm.
A winter storm is headed to the Tri-State Area with heavy snow expected. New Yorkers could see 6-12 inches Saturday night into Monday.
Residents are feeling the cold weather, but there will be a slight break Thursday. All eyes are on the weekend with the possibility of a winter storm.
Dangerously cold weather is gripping the Tri-State Area with little relief as the frigid temperatures continue into the weekend.
Many dangers lurk when the temperature plummets, including hypothermia, frostbite and even a heart attack.
The weekend of snow in the New York City area finally wrapped up overnight, but don't let it fool you. Temperatures are about to plummet.
As officials across New Jersey prepare for this weekend's expected snowstorm, Piscataway says it hasn't received a salt shipment in weeks.
People filled the New Jersey State House rotunda to pay their respects to former Gov. Richard Codey.
A winter storm is headed to the Tri-State Area with heavy snow expected. New Yorkers could see 6-12 inches Saturday night into Monday.
An audit for the Hackensack School District uncovered a $17 million budget gap for the 2025-2026 academic year and a projected $24 million gap for the next.
While clothing isn't subject to sales tax in New Jersey, Skims collected it from customers. The company will now be issuing refunds.
The gang held a Huntington Station neighborhood under siege for years by funding violence through prostitution and sex trafficking, prosecutors said.
Dramatic video from Suffolk County police shows a deer smashing through a bank window and running around as officers try to wrangle it.
A winter storm is headed to the Tri-State Area with heavy snow expected. New Yorkers could see 6-12 inches Saturday night into Monday.
A list of the most dangerous roads in New York is out, and four of them are on Long Island.
A Long Island woman has been charged after officials say more than 100 cats were rescued from deplorable conditions at her West Islip home.
Staten Island Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis is vowing to fight a court finding that says the lines of her 11th District are unconstitutional.
New York City is expected to employ remote learning on Monday due to the impending snowstorm.
As officials across New Jersey prepare for this weekend's expected snowstorm, Piscataway says it hasn't received a salt shipment in weeks.
People filled the New Jersey State House rotunda to pay their respects to former Gov. Richard Codey.
JPMorgan Chase says President Trump's lawsuit "has no merit."
Starting July 1, as many as 450,000 New Yorkers will lose EP coverage and be forced into marketplace health care plans.
Striking New York City nurses returned to the bargaining table Thursday, the New York State Nurses Association said.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders joined striking New York City nurses on the picket line Tuesday.
New York City's largest nurses strike is now in Week 2 and it appears negotiations toward a deal remain at a standstill.
Negotiators for major New York City hospitals and the state nurses union returned to the bargaining table as the city's largest nurses strike enters a fifth day.
Pop superstar Harry Styles will open an unprecedented 30-show residency at Madison Square Garden, starting on Aug. 26 and ending on Oct. 31.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
The FCC is warning that daytime talk shows and late-night programs must give equal time to opposing political candidates, taking aim at a genre of TV that has long drawn President Trump's ire.
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
Channing Tatum is bringing "Magic Mike Live" to New York City, promising to "turn up the gas" on the popular show.
The active New York Mets have acquired ace pitcher Freddy Peralta and right-hander Tobias Myers from Milwaukee in a trade that sent two top prospects to the Brewers.
The Knicks broke a four-game losing streak without breaking a sweat, crushing the Nets 120-66 on Wednesday night.
The Yankees have reportedly agreed to a long-term contract with free agent outfielder Cody Bellinger.
The New York Mets acquired Luis Robert Jr. in a trade with the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday, filling a hole in center field.
Goalie Darcy Kuemper has left the Los Angeles Kings' game against the New York Rangers after a collision in the crease late in the first period.
A critical seasonal blood shortage is prompting renewed calls for New Yorkers to donate.
Puppet shows, peaceful protests and acts of service helped families reflect on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy through a child's perspective.
Nearly 100 tenants from three different buildings managed by A&E Real Estate on the Upper West Side rallied on Monday.
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.
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 says how much various parts of the Tri-State Area receive may depend on where the rain-snow mix line lines up.
The 27-year-old is charged in the December 2024 shooting death of United HealthCare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner had more on what to expect at the hearing.
CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos has more on how the city is getting ready, and whether students can expect a snow day come Monday.
Some municipalities are concerned whether their supplies will hold out. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has the story from South River.
The Dutchess County family said a whistleblower contacted them with video of a worker at Anderson Center for Autism grabbing their 19-year-old son by the genitals.
