Eyewitness to Jam Master Jay's killing testifies about what he saw on Oct. 30, 2002
Tony Rincon, who was also shot that night, described what happened in the legendary Run-DMC DJ's studio in Queens.
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Tony Rincon, who was also shot that night, described what happened in the legendary Run-DMC DJ's studio in Queens.
The flames broke out just before 11 p.m. inside a two-story home on 66th Avenue in Rego Park.
Neighbors are remembering her as a wonderful person. CBS New York's John Dias reports.
Law enforcement discovered a cache of weapons and explosives earlier this week at an apartment in Queens, leading to the arrest of two brothers on 130 counts.
Fire officials say an 86-year-old woman is dead and three people, including two firefighters are injured following the late night fire.
Prosecutors say Ronald Washington and Karl Jordan Jr. murdered the Run-DMC star inside his recording studio in Hollis, Queens.
The Queens DA said the two also had documents and notebooks with a hit list of police officers, judges, politicians, celebrities, bankers and others.
Two brothers in Queens are in custody after homemade explosives, bomb making instructions, ghost guns and anarchist propaganda were found in their Astoria apartment. CBS New York's Alice Gainer reports.
The Run DMC star's killing sent shockwaves through the hip-hop world when he was gunned down in 2002 inside his Hollis, Queens recording studio. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports from court.
The bridge is closed for the morning commute. Drivers should find alternate routes.
Vallone was currently serving as the deputy of city's Department of Veterans. He left behind a wife and three children.
CBS New York's Shosh Bedrosian spoke to several happy Kansas City fans at a bar in Astoria, Queens.
Police say two women were wounded, though it's unclear if they were the intended targets. CBS New York's Zinnia Maldonado has more from Jamaica.
Authorities believe it may have been a drive-by.
Two women were injured Saturday night in a shooting in Queens. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/48RSBKi
Police say a driver speeding down the block hit two parked cars, then flipped over, slamming into an electric pole.
There was a major crash investigation in Hollis, Queens, on Saturday. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3HByjZG
Two girls say, in separate incidents, they were physically attacked and told to "get out of this country."
CBS New York's Kristie Keleshian met two bar owners supporting each team as they prepare for the game.
One mile of city scaffolding is covered with art, commissioned by the Cultural Affairs department.
The driver, whose view had been obstructed by a car parked near the 35th Avenue crosswalk, stopped to help.
Some students who attend a Queens middle school say they're being bullied and beaten simply because they're migrants. City school officials are now looking into whether the incidents are isolated or if it's another battle for some of the city's youngest migrants. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/48K54ja
A New York state lawmaker hit by a driver earlier this month is using the accident to fuel calls for safer streets. CBS New York's Elle McLogan reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/47QATp9
Con Edison said a transformer exploded and knocked out power in the Woodside area.
As of 6:15 a.m., Con Ed reported 581 customers still without power.
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.
The store on West 72nd Street and Broadway is the busiest Trader Joe's in the country but it will be shutting down for some major renovations.
The longest shutdown of a federal department in U.S. history is officially over after President Trump signed a funding bill.
An explosion triggered a five-alarm fire at a home in Queens early Thursday morning. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
Police are looking for a woman accused of attacking three people in front of the North Central Hospital in the Bronx.
Workers' unions traditionally use May Day to rally around wages, pensions, inequality and broader political issues.
