Hunters Point Library architects sued over accessibility issues
Most consequentially, tiered central areas lack ramps and elevators for people with limited mobility.
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Most consequentially, tiered central areas lack ramps and elevators for people with limited mobility.
Some residents in a Queens neighborhood want to close the book on a new state-of-the-art library they say was built with flaws. Some people call the library spectacular; others say it's a boondoggle. CBS New York's Elle McLogan reports.
A federal manhunt is underway for the vandals who took eggs from some very rare birds at Far Rockaway Beach. A $5,000 reward is being offered. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Police say Hamod Saeidi was killed and three others were injured in the series of random shootings.
Police said Thomas Abreu killed 86-year-old Hamod Saeidi during a shooting rampage in Brooklyn and Queens, CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Police say 86-year-old Hamod Saeidi was killed and three others were injured in the series of random shootings.
A Brooklyn man accused of shooting at people at random Saturday is facing several charges. The family of an elderly man who was killed is shocked and heartbroken as they try to cope with their loss. CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has the story. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3PPYiSy
CBS New York's Kristie Keleshian spoke exclusively with the son of an elderly man who was shot and killed by a gunman on a scooter in Queens on Saturday. Police say the suspect opened fire at random, injuring three others, but it's still unclear why. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3POJjZ8
Police say the shootings appear to be random and video shows the suspect was not targeting or following anyone.
One man was killed and another is in critical condition after police said a man on a scooter went on a shooting spree, CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
A gunman on a scooter randomly fired at innocent people in Brooklyn and Queens on Saturday, killing an elderly man and hurting three other people. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3pCNKeE
Four people were shot and one person was killed in random shootings that spanned two boroughs Saturday. The suspected gunman, who was on a scooter, is now in custody. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3pCNKeE
NYPD officials provided an update Saturday on a series of shootings across Brooklyn and Queens. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3pCNKeE
They're asking for pay hikes for part-time workers.
Video of the man leaping off the Fire Island ferry was widely shared on social media.
A Queens man is facing fines after jumping off a Fire Island ferry as it was pulling into Bay Shore. The Coast Guard is leading the investigation into what appears to have started with a dare. CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
More than 300,000 UPS workers authorized a strike to start on Aug. 1.
Workers walked a practice picket line Friday in Maspeth to show they are serious about a possible strike at the end of the month.
It happened on Thursday morning on Atlantic Avenue and Lefferts Boulevard in Richmond Hill.
Police now say the driver involved in a crash that killed a city worker in Queens was drunk behind the wheel. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/43kDm93
Officers were sent to 104th Street near Northern Boulevard in Corona just before 2 p.m. Wednesday.
Conservation groups are calling July 5 "the dirtiest beach day of the year" in the wake of Independence Day.
The victim was on his way to work at Queens Hospital when he was struck and later died there.
Thursday was an emotional day in court as a driver was sentenced in a crash that killed a hospital worker in Queens. That crash involved speed racing and alcohol. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram was inside the courtroom in Kew Gardens.
Police have arrested a man in connection with the deaths of his brother and mother in Queens.
New York City sanitation workers picked up more than 75,000 pounds of confetti and litter after the Knicks ticker-tape parade, likely a new record.
Horse carriage operations started back up in New York City's Central Park, less than one week after an 18-year-old tourist died in a collision that led to the voluntarily suspension.
A woman, her mother and her daughter from Bayport were all indicted in connection with Jor'Dynn Duncan's death on Long Island.
FIFA Men's World Cup fans in New York City can soak in the history of the tournament at the FIFA museum at Rockefeller Center in Midtown.
New York City voters are heading to the polls Tuesday for the primary election, with several closely watched races on the ballot.
New York City sanitation workers picked up more than 75,000 pounds of confetti and litter after the Knicks ticker-tape parade, likely a new record.
Horse carriage operations started back up in New York City's Central Park, less than one week after an 18-year-old tourist died in a collision that led to the voluntarily suspension.
A woman, her mother and her daughter from Bayport were all indicted in connection with Jor'Dynn Duncan's death on Long Island.
FIFA Men's World Cup fans in New York City can soak in the history of the tournament at the FIFA museum at Rockefeller Center in Midtown.
New York City voters are heading to the polls Tuesday for the primary election, with several closely watched races on the ballot.
Monday's severe weather has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the system is leaving the area.
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.
Monday's severe weather has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the system is leaving the area.
A man from New Jersey was charged after he allegedly hit and killed two teen pedestrians in Townsend, Delaware, over the weekend.
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.
A woman, her mother and her daughter from Bayport were all indicted in connection with Jor'Dynn Duncan's death on Long Island.
There is a new kind of on-demand video messaging called "kosher cameos" that just launched on Long Island and it doesn't cost a thing.
Monday's severe weather has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the system is leaving the area.
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.
Horse carriage operations started back up in New York City's Central Park, less than one week after an 18-year-old tourist died in a collision that led to the voluntarily suspension.
New York City voters are heading to the polls Tuesday for the primary election, with several closely watched races on the ballot.
Voters are going to the polls Tuesday for contests in New York, South Carolina, Maryland and Utah.
President Trump has insisted that vandals, rather than questionable craftsmanship, are responsible for the enduring problems following the Reflecting Pool's $14.7 million sealant job.
Safety upgrades are coming to Westchester County Airport, which serves 2 million flyers every year. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced on Monday what's planned.
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.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
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.
FIFA Men's World Cup fans in New York City can soak in the history of the tournament at the FIFA museum at Rockefeller Center in Midtown.
The Timberwolves are trading Julius Randle and a first-round pick to the Nets as part of a three-team deal that also includes the Chicago Bulls, a person with knowledge of the terms told the AP.
Riley Greene homered and Kevin McGonigle drove in two runs as the Detroit Tigers beat Gerrit Cole for the first time in 10 years, winning 5-3 against the New York Yankees.
New York is forming an exploratory committee to evaluate the potential of hosting the Winter Olympics for the first time since 1980.
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.
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.
Polling sites opened early Tuesday morning and they close at 9 p.m. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Marcia Kramer has what to watch for on a busy primary day in New York City.
Blood center staff are urging people to donate blood as the dreaded summer slowdown comes at a hectic time of year for trauma centers. CBS News' Gwen Baumbardner reports.
Carriage drivers spent days going over safety rules and protocols in response to the death of Romanch Mahajan. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports.
It's a gloomy day with rain still possible across the Tri-State Area. CBS News New York Meteorologist Tony Sadiku has the forecast.
