Another Woman Levels Sexual Assault Claims Against Russell Simmons
An author is alleging sexual assault accusations against Def Jam Records co-founder Russell Simmons in an online essay posted nearly three decades later.
An author is alleging sexual assault accusations against Def Jam Records co-founder Russell Simmons in an online essay posted nearly three decades later.
A woman filed a lawsuit Wednesday against Russell Simmons, accusing the hip-hop mogul of raping her.
The decision comes as the department continues to look into rape allegations against Harvey Weinstein and Russell Simmons.
The NYPD has opened a preliminary investigation into accusations of sexual misconduct against hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons, CBS News has learned.
Simmons vehemently denied what he called "these horrific accusations," saying in a statement emailed to CBS2 that "all of my relations have been consensual."
The founder of hip-hop music label Def Jam Recordings and CEO of Rush Communications released a statement after screenwriter Jenny Lumet accused him of forcing her to have sex with him in 1991.
Hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons and Donte Clark recently sat down with 1010 WINS' Larry Mullins to discuss their new documentary "Romeo is Bleeding."
A crowd flooded Times Square Sunday to protest President Donald Trump's immigration policies, claiming they target Muslims.
RushCard, a pre-paid debit card system backed by hip-hop mogul Russel Simmons will create a 'multi-million dollar' fund to help cover costs for thousands of users.
The company declared a fee holiday, but it might not be enough to keep disgruntled customers from leaving.
Hip-hop mogul and animal-rights advocate Russell Simmons is comparing New York City's horse-drawn carriages to slavery and the Holocaust.
Protesters angry about the Eric Garner grand jury decision rallied outside City Hall Wednesday, demanding action against what they called brutality and racial disparities in policing.
A group of young people at the Rikers Island jail complex received some words of encouragement Thursday from hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons and actor LL Cool J.
The Rev. Al Sharpton and other civil rights leaders have launched a social media campaign in an effort to stop the violent "knockout game."
Gabrielle Fialkoff was named the inauguration chairwoman. Fialkoff, the president of a jewelry company, served as finance chairwoman for de Blasio's successful runs for public advocate and mayor.
Adam "MCA" Yauch of the Beastie Boys passed away Friday but left behind a standard for young artists to strive toward.
Chanting "We are the 99 percent!" they raised their voices, raised their signs and raised a ruckus as they marched through the land of the ladies who lunch.
On Monday, Mayor Michael Bloomberg said "Occupy Wall Street" protesters can stay and have their say as along as they're law-abiding. But also expressing themselves were the business owners around Zuccotti Park, who are angered.
Rep. Peter King's hearings took an emotional turn when Rep. Keith Ellison, the first Muslim elected to Congress, tried to speak of the heroism and patriotism of Mohamad Salman Hamdani, a New York City EMT who died on 9/11.
"The reasons the hearings are focusing on the Muslim community, the president's own national security advisor said al Qaeda is attempting to radicalize the Muslim-American community," King said.
A coalition of over 100 interfaith, nonprofit and governmental organizations plans to rally in New York City against a planned congressional hearing on Muslims' role in homegrown terrorism.
The smiling faces of loved ones lost to gun violence decorated signs, shirts and buttons as the crowd marched to Times Square.
This week has been designated as "Peace Week" and entertainers are teaming up with politicians to push for stricter gun laws.
President Barack Obama told voters in Bridgeport that in three days they could set the direction of Connecticut and the nation for years to come.
West Orange fire officials have not confirmed the victims' identities or relationship, but neighbors say an older couple lived there with their cat for at least two decades.
Aaron Rodgers and the Jets will open the 2024 season at the 49ers on Sept. 9. The NFL will release the full schedule on Wednesday.
On Monday, Michael Cohen testified that former President Donald Trump signed off on plans to reimburse him for a "hush money" payment to Stormy Daniels.
NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran appeared in court Tuesday on manslaughter charges in the August 2023 death of Eric Duprey in the Kingsbridge Heights section of the Bronx.
The store closures come as many Wall Street analysts suspect the restaurant will declare bankruptcy in coming weeks.
West Orange fire officials have not confirmed the victims' identities or relationship, but neighbors say an older couple lived there with their cat for at least two decades.
Aaron Rodgers and the Jets will open the 2024 season at the 49ers on Sept. 9. The NFL will release the full schedule on Wednesday.
NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran appeared in court Tuesday on manslaughter charges in the August 2023 death of Eric Duprey in the Kingsbridge Heights section of the Bronx.
Big Reuse says the lot helps take in 2 million pounds of food scraps and yard waste annually to create compost.
The Hurricanes exploded for four unanswered goals in the third period in a 4-1 win over the Rangers on Monday.
Temperatures around New York and New Jersey will rebound nicely Monday, as highs reach the upper 60s and low 70s.
Mother's Day was mostly a gloomy day in New York City and across the Tri-State Area.
Sunday night may offer a chance to see the northern lights in suburban areas of New York City after an "extreme" geomagnetic storm reached Earth on Friday.
It will be cool with rain around the area in the morning. Rain and drizzle will linger during the remainder of the day.
Accompanying cooler temperatures will be multiple chances of rain through Sunday.
Aaron Rodgers and the Jets will open the 2024 season at the 49ers on Sept. 9. The NFL will release the full schedule on Wednesday.
The New Jersey Senate joined the Assembly in passing a controversial overhaul to the state's Open Public Records Act.
Human remains found in Galloway Township in June 2021 were identified as Kevin Morris, who was reported missing from New York City in 2011.
Temperatures around New York and New Jersey will rebound nicely Monday, as highs reach the upper 60s and low 70s.
Mother's Day was mostly a gloomy day in New York City and across the Tri-State Area.
There's an intense debate on whether to arm school security after Farmingdale schools became the latest on Long Island to plan to hire armed guards.
Mother's Day was mostly a gloomy day in New York City and across the Tri-State Area.
A New York Supreme Court judge has struck down Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman's executive order banning transgender athletes from playing women's and girl's sports at county-owned facilities.
The U.S. Coast Guard is trying to find the source of a mysterious oily sheen reported on the waters of Long Island Sound.
Sunday night may offer a chance to see the northern lights in suburban areas of New York City after an "extreme" geomagnetic storm reached Earth on Friday.
On Monday, Michael Cohen testified that former President Donald Trump signed off on plans to reimburse him for a "hush money" payment to Stormy Daniels.
Pro-Israel demonstrators and counter protesters descended on Times Square on Monday night.
There's new momentum behind New York Mets owner Steve Cohen's proposal to build a casino in the area around Citi Field, but it's far from being a done deal.
On the stand, Michael Cohen told jurors about the decade he spent working for Trump as his self-described "fixer" and attorney.
Rep. Jamaal Bowman and challenger George Latimer continue to trade barbs in heated 16th Congressional District race.
Leonette Belfield-Carson, whose daughter Jalissa Nadine Carson died of cancer, is now an advocate for other moms with children battling cancer.
A new report from New Jersey's Department of Health shows lead levels in children are dropping but not gone.
Kyle McMorrow was just 36 years old when he suffered a stroke last year. He woke up with neck pain one day, not realizing what was happening.
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
Hormel Foods says potentially contaminated products were shipped to Publix and Dollar Tree distribution warehouses.
The WNBA is poised to tip off its 28th season with the Las Vegas Aces seeking a three-peat, Caitlin Clark debuting and the league growing faster than ever.
Actor Steve Buscemi appeared to be looking at his phone moments before he was randomly punched in New York City, exclusive video obtained by CBS New York shows.
Steve Buscemi was allegedly punched in the face in Manhattan's Kips Bay neighborhood last week.
A remarkable judge of talent, Corman hired such aspiring filmmakers as Francis Ford Coppola, Ron Howard, James Cameron and Martin Scorsese.
Sean "Diddy" Combs is asking a judge to dismiss a lawsuit alleging that he and two other men raped a 17-year-old girl in a New York recording studio in 2003.
Aaron Rodgers and the Jets will open the 2024 season at the 49ers on Sept. 9. The NFL will release the full schedule on Wednesday.
The WNBA is poised to tip off its 28th season with the Las Vegas Aces seeking a three-peat, Caitlin Clark debuting and the league growing faster than ever.
The Hurricanes exploded for four unanswered goals in the third period in a 4-1 win over the Rangers on Monday.
Bryson Stott's ninth-inning homer, sac fly in 10th led the Phillies to a 5-4 win over the Mets on Monday.
There's new momentum behind New York Mets owner Steve Cohen's proposal to build a casino in the area around Citi Field, but it's far from being a done deal.
Big Reuse says the lot helps take in 2 million pounds of food scraps and yard waste annually to create compost.
The River Garden in West Farms is a place that nurtures home-grown opportunities and curiosity.
Leonette Belfield-Carson, whose daughter Jalissa Nadine Carson died of cancer, is now an advocate for other moms with children battling cancer.
A new piece of legislation passed in the New York State Budget clarifies the distinction between squatters and tenants.
Walks in the park just got a lot brighter thanks to Harlem Sculpture Gardens, the largest outdoor public art exhibit ever in the neighborhood.
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.
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
An NYPD sergeant accused of throwing a cooler and killing a man last summer in the Bronx was back in court Tuesday. CBS New York's Shosh Bedrosian has more on the emotional hearing.
CBS New York's John Elliott has a look at the forecast for the rest of the week.
The former president's attorney and "fixer" testified about private conversations he had with Trump in the Oval Office. CBS New York's Derick Waller reports.
West Orange fire officials have not confirmed the victims' identities or relationship, but neighbors say an older couple lived there with their cat for at least two decades. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
After more than 10 years, the popular immersive production "Sleep No More" is coming to an end June 23. Chief Creative Storyteller at Emursive Productions Ilana Gilovich And Brandon Coleman, cast member and Rehearsal Director joins CBS New York to discuss.