High levels of metals found in soil at Queens dog run
The parks department told neighbors lead, cadmium, copper and arsenic were found in the dog park soil.
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The parks department told neighbors lead, cadmium, copper and arsenic were found in the dog park soil.
High levels of several metals were found in the soil at a dog run in Queens, and now neighbors want the entire park tested. CBS New York's Kristie Keleshian reports.
Meanwhile, a judge set bail at $100,000 for another suspect accused in the Jan. 27 attack.
The victim was rushed to Elmhurst Hospital and is said to be in stable condition.
Darwin Andres Gomez-Izquiel, 19, was allegedly the lookout for a group at the Macy's in the Queens Center Mall. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
Police say 19-year-old Darwin Andres Gomez-Izquiel was arrested on robbery charges Tuesday at the Queens Center Mall.
The 19-year-old is now accused of being the lookout for a group of shoplifters in Queens. CBS New York's Christina Fan has the details.
Tom Suozzi defeated Republican Mazi Pilip in the race for the seat left vacant by Republican George Santos.
It happened at Pathways College Prep School in Hollis.
Police say a 12-year-old girl was slashed by another student at a school in Queens on Wednesday. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/49xENEO
Joining us to break down what it means is Lawrence Levy, executive dean of the National Center for Suburban Studies at Hofstra University.
The candidates were vying for the House seat left vacant by expelled Congressman George Santos. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has a closer look at the race and its results.
CBS New York political reporter Marcia Kramer puts the contest in perspective as Republican's hold a razor-thin majority in the House of Representatives.
Suozzi defeated Republican Mazi Pilip, who conceded Tuesday, to retake a seat he previously held for three terms.
Pilip promised to continue fighting for her campaign promises despite losing the special election.
Pilip promised to continue fighting for her campaign promises despite losing the special election. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Republican Mazi Pilip addressed her supporters and conceded to Democrat Tom Suozzi in the race to replace George Santos.
Democrat Tom Suozzi addressed his supporters after his projected win over Republican Mazi Pilip in the race to replace George Santos.
A study found that median rent rose nearly 25% in northwest Queens from December 2022 to December 2023.
High rent costs are impacting people nationwide, especially in New York City. A viewer spoke to CBS New York's Elle McLogan about her struggle to make ends meet and keep a roof over her head.
The Suozzi and Pilip campaigns are saying the special election to replace George Santos could come down to absentee ballots. CBS New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
Republican Mazi Pilip, the Nassau County legislator hoping to defeat Democrat Tom Suozzi, emerged with her GOP entourage at her campaign headquarters in Eisenhower Park. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
The veteran Democratic lawmaker continued his attacks on Republican opponent Mazi Pilip on Tuesday. CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Tuesday's weather caused some concern about voter turnout for the special election to replace George Santos. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/4bxwbjf
The campaigns for candidates Tom Suozzi and Masi Pilip told CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram they are offering free rides to polling sites for anyone who needs one.
Eleven people were stabbed inside a juvenile detention center in the Bronx on Sunday, police said.
Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper each homered for the second consecutive game, and Zack Wheeler struck out seven as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the New York Mets 6-2.
Police shot a suspect who allegedly hit multiple officers with a vehicle in the Bronx on Sunday, the NYPD said.
Wyndham Clark began the final round up six shots, but ended up winning by just one, securing his second U.S. Open title in four years.
After a tranquil, warm weekend, more turbulent weather lies ahead in the New York City area.
Eleven people were stabbed inside a juvenile detention center in the Bronx on Sunday, police said.
Police shot a suspect who allegedly hit multiple officers with a vehicle in the Bronx on Sunday, the NYPD said.
After a tranquil, warm weekend, more turbulent weather lies ahead in the New York City area.
Police are searching for the gunman in an overnight shooting that left four people injured at a park in Harlem.
Traffic will be impacted in Midtown Manhattan as the city initiates shuttle bus corridors and street closures to accommodate World Cup ticketholders.
After a tranquil, warm weekend, more turbulent weather lies ahead in the New York City area.
Weather is tranquil and pleasant in the New York City area for Father's Day weekend as summer officially begins.
Dangerous heat is building across the Tri-State Area with the threat of severe storms, making Thursday and Friday First Alert Weather Days.
Thursday and Friday will be First Alert Weather Days in the New York City area, with high temperatures and the chance for strong storms.
The Stamford Fire Department said high winds ripped the 3,000-square-foot flag off the pole atop the WWE building and sent it flying into electrical wires.
After a tranquil, warm weekend, more turbulent weather lies ahead in the New York City area.
Traffic will be impacted in Midtown Manhattan as the city initiates shuttle bus corridors and street closures to accommodate World Cup ticketholders.
A small plane crashed into a lake in West Milford, New Jersey, on Saturday.
The community of Paterson, New Jersey, gathered Friday to root on one of their own in the World Cup.
A West Milford, New Jersey, homeowner says her poodle, named Squilliam, helped her escape a house fire early Friday morning.
Firefighters in Hempstead used a ladder truck to free a seagull that got tangled in a rope above a busy street.
Adventureland reopened Saturday, but its new Wave Twister ride remained closed one day after 15 kids and one adult were stranded on the ride for hours.
Fifteen children and one adult were rescued Friday evening after they got stuck on a ride at Long Island's Adventureland amusement park.
Firefighters responded to Adventureland amusement park on Long Island after a ride got stuck Friday night. Dan Rice reports from Chopper 2.
Surveillance video shows a father and a smoke shop owner stop a would-be carjacker from driving away with two children on Long Island.
Rep. Dan Goldman is facing Brad Lander, the former NYC comptroller, in an intense Democratic primary for New York's 10th Congressional District.
The Justice Department says it's released "every document required by the Epstein Files Transparency Act," but CBS News has identified numerous gaps.
Sen. Bernie Sanders and NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani joined forces Thursday in a last-minute attempt to help three left-of-center congressional candidates win their primaries.
After a tourist from India suffered fatal injuries when horse carriages collided in Central Park, the NYC Council said it will consider banning the attractions entirely.
Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. of New Jersey will return to Congress on June 30, his spokesperson said, after being away since March in an unexplained absence that has confounded Capitol Hill.
An off-duty EMT jumped into action at the Knicks parade Thursday when a man appeared to be suffering from an overdose.
New York broadcast giant Bill Ritter announced Friday he is stepping down from the WABC anchor desk after being diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer's.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is urging people to donate blood ahead of the summer months.
When a large tent appeared next door to Taylor Swift's Watch Hill estate this week, it didn't take long for speculation about the superstar's impending nuptials to ripple through the affluent New England seaside village.
Claude Guillemot and a flight instructor were flying in a twin-motor Cessna 421 on Friday evening. An investigation into the crash is underway.
James Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of television, including every episode of the original "Will & Grace."
A New York Knicks documentary series is in the works from director and Knicks superfan Ben Stiller.
New York broadcast giant Bill Ritter announced Friday he is stepping down from the WABC anchor desk after being diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer's.
Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper each homered for the second consecutive game, and Zack Wheeler struck out seven as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the New York Mets 6-2.
Wyndham Clark began the final round up six shots, but ended up winning by just one, securing his second U.S. Open title in four years.
The Cincinnati Reds beat the New York Yankees 4-1 on Sunday.
Serena Williams recently returned to competition in doubles after nearly four years away from professional tennis.
Kyle Schwarber homered three times and Bryce Harper hit for the cycle as the Phillies routed the Mets 15-3 in Philadelphia.
Experts say the team's title run created a feeling of collective joy and connection, while some local businesses are also seeing a boost from the celebration.
Knicks fans who couldn't make it to Thursday's parade still found a way to celebrate across New York in true blue-and-orange fashion.
A vending machine in Coney Island is offering something unusual alongside the neighborhood's classic attractions: original artwork from local artists.
A years-long battle is intensifying over the future of an old rail line in Queens that was abandoned after a fire over 50 years ago.
Harlem's historic Cotton Club recently announced it was up for sale. The news comes as jazz clubs across the borough disappear.
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.
Eleven people were stabbed inside a juvenile detention center in the Bronx on Sunday. A source told CBS News New York's Elle McLogan the incident started with a brawl, and when staff members intervened, several were hurt.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for June 21 at 11 p.m.
Families celebrated Father's Day across New York City on Sunday, from Central Park to the NICU at New York-Presbyterian Komansky Children's Hospital.
Former comptroller Brad Lander was among those casting their ballot Sunday on the last day of early voting in New York City.
Video captured the moment a protester was struck by a car at Delaney Hall in Newark, New Jersey, on Sunday.
