Gov. Hochul approves new congressional map giving Democrats slight edge
Gov. Kathy Hochul has approved new congressional district maps that could give Democrats a slight boost.
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Gov. Kathy Hochul has approved new congressional district maps that could give Democrats a slight boost.
Gov. Kathy Hochul has approved new congressional district maps that could give Democrats a slight boost in the fight for the House.
The most dramatic effects will be felt on Long Island, and in the Hudson Valley and Central New York, but there will be battles everywhere.
The most dramatic effects will be felt on Long Island, and in the Hudson Valley and Central New York, but there will be battles everywhere. CBS New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
The Democrat-dominated state Legislature will now have to submit and approve a new set of congressional lines, which is expected in the coming days. CBS New York's Kristine Johnson reports.
Sources tell CBS New York's Political Reporter Marcia Kramer that Democratic state legislators are considering tweaks to the recently proposed redistricting lines.
The Democrat-dominated state Legislature will now have to submit and approve a new set of congressional lines, which is expected in the coming days.
This will have Democrats trying to unseat the six freshmen Republicans.
With control of the House of Representatives hanging in the balance, New York state's independent redistricting commission proposes a new set of district lines. CBS New York political reporter Marcia Kramer explains.
New York's highest court has thrown out the state's congressional map in a ruling that is seen as a major win for Democrats. It could change the balance of power in Congress and potentially flip seats here in the state. CBS New York's Dick Brennan has more. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/48aySF1
The battle for control of the House of Representatives in 2024 just got a lot more complicated and intense.
The battle for control of the House of Representatives in 2024 just got a lot more complicated and intense. CBS New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
With New York's highest court expected to rule any day on a lawsuit seeking the redrawing -- again -- of the state's congressional districts, a group called Stop NY Corruption has threatened another lawsuit unless the court keeps the present lines intact. CBS New York's Political Reporter Marcia Kramer has the story.
Stop NY Corruption joined Republican lawmakers on Monday in effort to pressure the state's highest court.
The court's ultimate decision could help Democrats wrest control of the House of Representatives from Republicans.
The court's ultimate decision could help Democrats wrest control of the House of Representatives from Republicans. CBS New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
A major player in New York politics is now out of a job. Congressman Jerry Nadler was projected the winner Tuesday against Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney, with 55% of the votes. CBS2's John Dias has all the details.
Having the Primary in August is confusing and the hardest part may be figuring out what district you're in.
A judge has ordered that controversial New York redistricting maps be redrawn, but the change won't happen in time for this month's upcoming primaries.
The appellate court said there wasn't enough time to redraw the maps, even if the primary election was rescheduled.
The New York Supreme Court is set to hear arguments Monday in the redistricting battle.
The new maps were approved late Friday.
The former New York City mayor says he will run for New York's 10th Congressional District, which includes his Brooklyn home.
A stunning decision redrawing maps for many districts has set off a fierce scramble for seats.
The map would create five districts that lean GOP and at least four where Republicans would be competitive.
Rain couldn't put a damper on Brooklyn's Juneteenth parade. The community danced and marched from Gotham Health Center to Gershwin Park in East New York.
Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband were killed, and state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife were wounded in politically motivated shootings overnight, Gov. Tim Walz said Saturday. Authorities have also identified a suspect who is still at large.
Iran retaliated for a second night Saturday as explosions lit the night skies over Jerusalem and Tel Aviv.
President Trump is set to deliver remarks at the 250th Anniversary of the U.S. Army Grand Military Parade and Celebration, an event he envisioned.
New York lost at Citi Field for the first time since May 28 and dropped to 27-8 at home.
Rain couldn't put a damper on Brooklyn's Juneteenth parade. The community danced and marched from Gotham Health Center to Gershwin Park in East New York.
A protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn will be removed due to safety concerns, Mayor Eric Adams says.
A judge has blocked Mayor Eric Adams from letting federal immigration authorities reopen an office at Rikers Island.
A Bronx high school student is pushing to pass a bill that would require closed captions in movie theaters across the state.
As the manager of Dollar Universe LLC, Luis Almonte said the mystery is part of the fun for many shoppers.
Prosecutors dismissed a felony charge against a man accused of conspiring in the murder of Jennifer Dulos, the Connecticut mother of five who vanished six years ago.
Another air quality alert has been issued for the Tri-State Area, this time for central and southern New Jersey.
An air quality alert is in effect Thursday for NYC, Long Island, and part of New Jersey due to smoke from the Canadian wildfires.
Heavy rain and thunderstorms may lead to some localized flooding today around the NYC area.
NYC and the surrounding area face some cool, rainy weather to start the week. Then, highs could hit the 90s on Thursday.
Four detainees escaped when tensions boiled over at the ICE facility known as Delaney Hall in Newark, the Department of Homeland Security said.
Another air quality alert has been issued for the Tri-State Area, this time for central and southern New Jersey.
"No Kings" protests against the Trump administration are taking place in and around NYC on Saturday.
A wildfire has erupted in a part of Wharton State Forest in Shamong Township, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service says.
A small crowd of people gathered outside Delaney Hall in Newark, N.J. to demonstrate over allegations of poor conditions.
A cat who disappeared nearly a decade ago in Queens has been reunited with his owners.
"No Kings" protests against the Trump administration are taking place in and around NYC on Saturday.
The Nassau County DA's office is looking to identify potential victims who may have been secretly recorded inside a Long Island sleep center's bathrooms.
Video allegedly shows ICE agents taking a Hispanic U.S. citizen into custody in Nassau County.
Emergency vehicles are on the scene of a crash on the Southern State Parkway in North Babylon.
Iran retaliated for a second night Saturday as explosions lit the night skies over Jerusalem and Tel Aviv.
President Trump is set to deliver remarks at the 250th Anniversary of the U.S. Army Grand Military Parade and Celebration, an event he envisioned.
A judge says the Trump administration can detain Columbia activist Mahmoud Khalil for allegedly lying on his green card application — after ruling he can't be jailed for foreign policy reasons.
A day after the final debate in the Democratic primary race for NYC mayor, Brad Lander and Zohran Mamdani cross-endorsed each other.
Four detainees escaped when tensions boiled over at the ICE facility known as Delaney Hall in Newark, the Department of Homeland Security said.
Terminally ill New Yorkers would have the legal ability to end their own lives with pharmaceutical drugs under a bill that's been approved by the New York state Legislature.
Passing nurses Sabrina Castle and Gianna Formisano saved the life of Merryl Hoffman when she experienced a sudden cardiac arrest.
A measles case has been confirmed in Putnam County, N.Y., and health officials have a warning for some who visited Arturo's Tavern in Mahopac.
The CDC dropped a broad recommendation for all children to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Some fish caught in New York lakes and rivers may be unsafe to eat due to elevated levels of chemicals known as PFAS, state health officials announced Thursday.
Kanye West showed up at the trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs on Friday in New York City.
An ex-girlfriend of Sean "Diddy" Combs testified Thursday for the sixth day in his sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy trial.
Harvey Weinstein's retrial in New York took another dramatic turn when the judge declared a mistrial on the last undecided charge.
Harvey Weinstein's retrial in New York isn't over yet. Jurors are resuming deliberations after reaching only a partial verdict.
Weinstein was convicted of one of two counts of criminal sexual assault. The jury told the judge they hadn't reached a verdict on the third degree rape charge.
New York lost at Citi Field for the first time since May 28 and dropped to 27-8 at home.
Carlos Narváez hit a walk-off RBI single off the wall in the 10th inning and the Boston Red Sox rallied to beat the New York Yankees 2-1 on Friday night.
New York completed a three-game sweep to finish 6-0 against the Royals this season.
New York City (8-6-4) scored three goals in a five-minute span for the first time in club history.
The Mets have won six straight to improve to an MLB-best 45-24.
A Bronx high school student is pushing to pass a bill that would require closed captions in movie theaters across the state.
As the manager of Dollar Universe LLC, Luis Almonte said the mystery is part of the fun for many shoppers.
At a historic Jewish community center, Jewish and Asian neighbors are building bridges through shared programming and a new tradition: A street festival called "Shalom Dragon."
A Brooklyn eatery has joined a borough-wide food tour spotlighting Black-owned businesses.
The proposal includes 7,700 housing units and infrastructure upgrades.
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.
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.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
Early voting kicked off Saturday for New York City's primary. On the ballot are local City Council races, public advocate, comptroller and the highly anticipated Democratic mayor's race. CBS News New York's Lori Bordonaro spoke with voters who turned out early to choose their candidates.
So-called "No Kings" protests were held in New York City and across the country Saturday. They focused on denouncing what organizers describe as President Trump's authoritarian policies and militarization of our democracy. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
A manhunt is underway for the suspect accused of going to the homes of two Minnesota lawmakers in what investigators call politically motivated targeted shootings. State Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband were killed, and State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife were critically injured. CBS News New York's Derick Waller reports.
Tony Award-winner Sarah Jones and artistic director Reg E. Gaines share more about the festival, which returned for its 23rd season.
Food and firehouse camaraderie are huge parts of FDNY culture. So who better to ask for gilling tips than New York City's bravest?
