Rep. Ritchie Torres sounds alarm over "open-air drug market" in the Bronx
Rep. Ritchie Torres is sounding the alarm over a block in the Bronx that he describes as an "open-air drug market."
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Rep. Ritchie Torres is sounding the alarm over a block in the Bronx that he describes as an "open-air drug market."
Congressman Ritchie Torres is sounding the alarm over a single block in the Bronx that he describes as an "open-air drug market." CBS News New York's Doug Williams visited the neighborhood and spoke with residents and business owners who say they deal with the problem every day.
The suit claims hackers gained access to home addresses, phone numbers and Social Security numbers. Rep. Ritchie Torres wants people to check their status and freeze their credit accounts now. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
Back in April, a group of hackers reportedly stole over 2.9 billion records from a background check company called National Public Data. Rep. Ritchie Torres held a news conference to discuss what New Yorkers should do now.
Rep. Ritchie Torres is hosting a conference Wednesday to talk about the nature of the breach and what New Yorkers need to know to protect themselves.
The New York State Department of Health issued a warning after the WHO declared an Mpox outbreak in Africa a global emergency.
An elderly NYCHA resident said she's been waiting months to be transferred from her building in the Bronx, and she can't put up with the poor living conditions any longer.
New York City and interfaith leaders united Sunday to denounce the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.
The House has passed legislation that would crack down on safety standards for lithium-ion batteries, which have caused a record number of fatal fires in New York City.
Torres, a Bronx Democrat, was in the thick of a big week in Washington, D.C. Plus, Delgado is trying to lead the charge to end attacks on marginalized communities.
Ritchie Torres was on the New York City Council for seven years before he was elected to Congress in 2020. Watch part two of his conversation on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
It's been a big week in Washington, D.C. and Rep. Ritchie Torres of the Bronx has been in the thick of it. Watch the conversation on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
New York Congressman Ritchie Torres and FDNY officials are asking for federal help in the fight against lithium-ion batteries.
Congressman Ritchie Torres on Thursday detailed his proposed legislation in response to the NYCHA bribery scandal. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/49obsfU
Congressman Ritchie Torres on Thursday detailed his proposed legislation in response to the NYCHA bribery scandal.
Torres grew up in the city's public housing, and introduced a bill to demand more transparency after the arrests.
The annual event is a call to action against antisemitism, bias, and bullying.
Tuesday's fire in Manhattan was a call to action to do more to stop the use of cheap, poorly made batteries.
The goal of the bill by Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand is to provide a federal safety standard. CBS2's Tim McNicholas reports.
The goal of the bill by Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand is to provide a federal safety standard.
Mayor Adams called the vote "a disgrace" and "a perversion of justice."
President Joe Biden said he had no comment, CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
Reaction is pouring in from both sides of the political aisle after Trump became the first ex-president to face criminal charges. CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
The batteries have been blamed for hundreds of fires in New York City, including one at a Bronx supermarket over the weekend. CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado has more.
Last year, 219 fires were caused by devices that use the batteries, resulting in 147 injuries and six deaths.
The NYPD is cracking down on issues they say are affecting tourism and people who work in Midtown.
In her speech for video of the year, Taylor Swift talked about her boyfriend, NFL star Travis Kelce. "Everything this man touches turns to happiness and fun and magic."
Singer Jon Bon Jovi helped bring a woman back off the ledge of a pedestrian bridge in Nashville Tuesday night, police said.
This New York Fashion Week, one runway features a special showcase of creations coming out of SoHarlem, Inc.
Do you feel like your seasonal allergies are sticking around longer than usual? It's not just you.
The NYPD is cracking down on issues they say are affecting tourism and people who work in Midtown.
This New York Fashion Week, one runway features a special showcase of creations coming out of SoHarlem, Inc.
Do you feel like your seasonal allergies are sticking around longer than usual? It's not just you.
Traffic safety activists aren't backing down after a road redesign on McGuinness Boulevard in Brooklyn was simplified.
Volunteers at the Intrepid Museum spent 9/11 feeding hungry New Yorkers.
Do you feel like your seasonal allergies are sticking around longer than usual? It's not just you.
Temps will top out in the low 70s, far below normal, for a fall-like feel Sunday in the Tri-State Area.
A strong cold front will a bring a taste of fall to the region Sunday.
A porch pirate disguised as an Amazon driver was caught on video stealing a package at a home in Naugatuck, Connecticut.
While there are a some rain chances over the next three days, the long Labor Day weekend will feature plenty of dry time as well.
Do you feel like your seasonal allergies are sticking around longer than usual? It's not just you.
Volunteers at the Intrepid Museum spent 9/11 feeding hungry New Yorkers.
A Haledon police officer was accidentally shot at the Passaic County Police Academy Shooting Range Tuesday, authorities said.
NYC commuters faced traffic from a Lincoln Tunnel accident, NJ Transit delays and then UNGA street closures Tuesday.
Aaron Rodgers threw a touchdown pass, but the Jets' defense got manhandled by the 49ers in a 32-19 loss on Monday.
Do you feel like your seasonal allergies are sticking around longer than usual? It's not just you.
Justin Timberlake is poised to agree to a plea deal in his DWI case in Sag Harbor, Long Island, sources tell CBS News New York.
Surveillance video shows a man exposing himself and urinating all over a Long Island family's front porch and then shouting antisemitic slurs.
Aaron Rodgers threw a touchdown pass, but the Jets' defense got manhandled by the 49ers in a 32-19 loss on Monday.
A Holtsville, Long Island neighborhood is struggling to understand how two small children got out of their apartment and drowned in a pond.
Several top members of Mayor Eric Adams' administration had their homes raided by federal authorities, including NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban.
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump appeared together at Ground Zero just hours after Tuesday's contentious debate.
United Flight 93 crashed in a Pennsylvania field when forty passengers and crew members fought back against hijackers on September 11, 2001.
The debate, hosted by ABC News in Philadelphia, was the first — and possibly only — meeting between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.
Taylor Swift wrote that Vice President Kamala Harris "is a steady-handed, gifted leader and I believe we can accomplish so much more in this country if we are led by calm and not chaos."
Do you feel like your seasonal allergies are sticking around longer than usual? It's not just you.
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo testified before Congress about his administration's handling of the COVID pandemic.
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed an executive order expanding access to the COVID-19 vaccine Wednesday.
Trucks will be back on New York City streets again Tuesday and Thursday to conduct additional spraying for mosquitoes.
Two people in New Jersey have died from West Nile virus this year, state health officials said Friday.
In her speech for video of the year, Taylor Swift talked about her boyfriend, NFL star Travis Kelce. "Everything this man touches turns to happiness and fun and magic."
Singer Jon Bon Jovi helped bring a woman back off the ledge of a pedestrian bridge in Nashville Tuesday night, police said.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' former bandmate Dawn Richard is accusing the music mogul of years of abuse and misconduct.
Legendary R&B singer and Philadelphia native Frankie Beverly has passed away, his family announced on Instagram Wednesday.
Taylor Swift wrote that Vice President Kamala Harris "is a steady-handed, gifted leader and I believe we can accomplish so much more in this country if we are led by calm and not chaos."
The New York Mets scored six times in their last at-bat to beat the Toronto Blue Jays.
Heading into the Jets' second game of the season, quarterback Aaron Rodgers is in a relaxed state of mind.
Seth Lugo struck out 10 in seven innings as the Kansas City Royals beat the New York Yankees.
Chris Bassitt struck out eight against his former team and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the New York Mets 6-2.
Aaron Rodgers threw a touchdown pass, but the Jets' defense got manhandled by the 49ers in a 32-19 loss on Monday.
This New York Fashion Week, one runway features a special showcase of creations coming out of SoHarlem, Inc.
Traffic safety activists aren't backing down after a road redesign on McGuinness Boulevard in Brooklyn was simplified.
Nearly 20 years after losing her father on 9/11, a young woman in Westchester County was diagnosed with brain cancer.
Artist Ken Rush looks back at his painting of the twin towers under construction, 30 years before 9/11.
This year CCCADI in East Harlem honors Haiti as the first Black independent nation.
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.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for September 11 at 11 p.m.
Music's biggest stars were on Long Island Wednesday night for this year's MTV Video Music Awards. Women dominated the show, from Taylor Swift to Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan, who won Best New Artist. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman was on the red carpet at the UBS Arena.
Jon Bon Jovi was in the right place at the right time when he helped a woman who was standing on the ledge of a bridge in Nashville. If you or someone you know is struggling with a mental health crisis, you can call or text the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. Help is available 24/7.
New York City has launched what it calls "Operation Front Door." It's a crackdown on issues city leaders say are affecting tourism and people who work in Midtown. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner rode along with the NYPD from Times Square to Grand Central Terminal.
The Tri-State Area on Wednesday marked 23 years since the 9/11 attacks with solemn commemorations in Lower Manhattan and across our area. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello has more on the events at Ground Zero.
