FBI says accused sex trafficker Ysenni Gomez may have many victims
The agency says she used an online ad to lure a woman to Manhattan under the guise of employment.
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Woman accused of sex trafficking in Westchester County
Investigators say she may have hundreds of victims.
Ghislaine Maxwell moved to Florida prison
Maxwell was sentenced last month in Manhattan Federal Court for recruiting and grooming young girls for Jeffrey Epstein to sexually abuse.
Trial begins for man accused of preying on daughter's classmates
Lawrence Ray is accused of physically and psychologically threatening college students, extortion and forcing a young woman into prostitution.
Arrest Of NYC Couple Accused Of Sex Trafficking Shines Light On What Advocates Call A Widespread Problem
With an over-populated foster care system, human trafficking is a problem New York City-based nonprofit Sanctuary for Families sadly sees regularly.
New York Couple Accused Of Running Sex Trafficking Ring, Victims Include At Least 2 Foster Children
Police say the woman lied on her application to become a foster parent, claiming she did not live with her husband, who is a registered sex offender, though he was registered to the same address.
$500,000 Settlement Between Jeffrey Epstein, Prince Andrew Accuser Virginia Giuffre Made Public
The deal between Epstein and Virginia Roberts, now known as Virginia Giuffre, contained a paragraph that said it protects anyone "who could have been included as a potential defendant" from being sued by Giuffre.
Ghislaine Maxwell Found Guilty Of 5 Charges In Sex Trafficking Trial
Prosecutors argued Maxwell was Jeffrey Epstein's "right hand," who recruited and groomed teenagers to give Epstein massages for money, which they allege turned into sexual abuse.
COVID-19 Fears Hanging Over Ghislaine Maxwell Trial As Deliberations Continue For A Fifth Day
The pressure is on as the judge said an astronomical spike of COVID-19 cases in the area could derail proceedings.
Jury Continues Deliberating In Trial Of Ghislaine Maxwell
Monday, the jury requested some trial transcripts. They also asked for the definition of "enticement."
Jury Deliberations Set To Continue In Ghislaine Maxwell Trial
Prosecutors claim Maxwell is a dangerous predator who helped Epstein abuse teenage girls.
Jury In Ghislaine Maxwell Sex Trafficking Trial Begins Deliberations
If convicted, Maxwell could face up to 80 years in prison.
Ghislaine Maxwell Declines To Testify As Defense Rests Case
While she did not testify before the jury, Maxwell seemed active in her defense throughout the past three weeks of the trial, frequently writing notes to her lawyers and hugging them as she entered and left court each day.
Putnam County Police Officer Wayne Peiffer Accused Of Protecting Sex Trafficking Ring In Exchange For Sex With Women
In the quiet village of Brewster, veteran cop Wayne Peiffer is charged with protecting a sex trafficking ring that victimized young women, including minors.
Prosecution Rests In Sex-Abuse Trial Of Ghislaine Maxwell
Maxwell, 59, has denied charges she groomed underage girls for Jeffrey Epstein, who killed himself in jail in 2019.
Ghislaine Maxwell Defense Attacks Actor Accuser's Account
Maxwell, 59, has pleaded not guilty to charges that prosecutors say show that she and Epstein were "partners in crime."
1st Of 4 Accusers Takes Stand At Ghislaine Maxwell Trial
She claimed the defendant instructed her on how to give Epstein sexual massages and sometimes physically participated in the encounters as well.
Ghislaine Maxwell's Federal Sex Trafficking Trial Underway In Manhattan
The British socialite is accused of grooming underage girls for the late Jeffrey Epstein.
Jury Selection Begins Tuesday In Ghislaine Maxwell Sex Trafficking Trial
The former associate of Jeffrey Epstein is accused of helping procure underage girls for the now-deceased financier.
R. Kelly Found Guilty Of All Counts In Sex Trafficking, Racketeering Trial
During the six weeks of testimony, jurors heard from 50 witnesses, including 11 accusers, six of whom testified they were underage when they began having sexual encounters with R. Kelly.
Jury Deliberations To Resume Monday In R. Kelly Trial
Prosecutors say the 54-year-old singer ran an enterprise to recruit and exploit minors and young women for sexual gratification.
Jury Begins Deliberations In R. Kelly Trial After 6 Weeks Of Testimony
Jurors heard from 50 witnesses, including 45 for the prosecution.
Prosecution Continues Closing Arguments In R. Kelly Sex Trafficking Trial
Inside Brooklyn Federal Court, the prosecution concluded what it started on Wednesday. In all, the closing argument took five to six hours and was extremely detailed.
R. Kelly Accuser Testifies Singer Controlled What She Could Say In CBS This Morning Interview
The woman, going by Jane, said Kelly was there when she and another live-in girlfriend spoke to Gayle King in 2019.
R. Kelly Trial, Day 3: Cook County Clerk Testifies About Kelly's Marriage To Late Singer Aaliyah When She Was 15 Years Old
Kelly is accused of bribing a city official with $500 to provide a fake ID for the 15-year-old girl, so they could get married because Aaliyah was pregnant.
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Central Park's iconic Great Lawn closed until spring due to storm, Global Citizen Festival damage
Central Park's iconic Great Lawn is closed for maintenance until April. Officials say it is because it got destroyed during the recent Global Citizen Festival, which went ahead despite torrential rain.
Nassau County lawmakers lay out plan to address future flooding
Their plan includes holding a hearing to identify the county's infrastructure needs, finding and fixing roadway drainage issues and updating the emergency alert system.
Trump returns to court for Day 2 of civil fraud trial in New York
Former President Donald Trump is back in a Manhattan courtroom for the second day of his trial on civil charges.
A timeline of Charlotte Sena's disappearance and how she was found
Investigators in New York are working to determine a motive behind the alleged abduction of Charlotte Sena, the missing girl who was found on Monday.
Suspect charged with kidnapping 9-year-old Charlotte Sena from Upstate campground
Investigators say fingerprints left on a ransom note helped lead them to the suspect and find the little girl inside a cabinet.
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Central Park's iconic Great Lawn closed until spring due to storm, Global Citizen Festival damage
Central Park's iconic Great Lawn is closed for maintenance until April. Officials say it is because it got destroyed during the recent Global Citizen Festival, which went ahead despite torrential rain.
Suspect charged with kidnapping 9-year-old Charlotte Sena from Upstate campground
Investigators say fingerprints left on a ransom note helped lead them to the suspect and find the little girl inside a cabinet.
First Alert Weather: Temps climb into 80s as taste of summer returns
We're in for a sunny and warm afternoon, with highs around 80. How long will it last?
Subway rider slashed in face with box cutter on Upper West Side
It happened shortly before 2 a.m. Tuesday, as a northbound A train was passing through 72nd Street and Central Park West.
Fire burns through business overnight in Mount Kisco
No one was hurt, but the building was heavily damaged and will be closed for some time.
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First Alert Weather: Temps climb into 80s as taste of summer returns
We're in for a sunny and warm afternoon, with highs around 80. How long will it last?
MTA chair suggests congestion pricing toll will cost $15
The MTA has said it will charge anywhere from $9 to $23 to enter Manhattan's Central Business District when congestion pricing takes effect next spring.
First Alert Weather: Hazy sunshine to start the week
Hazy sunshine and warm this afternoon with highs in the upper 70s.
First Alert Forecast: Warm and sunny
It may be October 1, but the weather feels more like late August.
Gov. Ned Lamont touts New Connecticut gun laws that take effect Sunday
It includes a ban on openly carrying firearms in public, which Lamont said will make a difference in public safety.
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First Alert Weather: Temps climb into 80s as taste of summer returns
We're in for a sunny and warm afternoon, with highs around 80. How long will it last?
New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez trial date set
Sen. Menendez pleaded not guilty to bribery charges last Wednesday and was released on $100,000 bond.
MTA chair suggests congestion pricing toll will cost $15
The MTA has said it will charge anywhere from $9 to $23 to enter Manhattan's Central Business District when congestion pricing takes effect next spring.
Water main break impacting Jersey City and Hoboken
Traffic in and out of Hoboken, especially on southern routes, is being impacted.
NJ Transit train hits car on tracks in Long Branch
Service was suspended in both directions for the morning commute between Bay Head and Long Branch on the North Jersey Coast Line.
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Nassau County lawmakers lay out plan to address future flooding
Their plan includes holding a hearing to identify the county's infrastructure needs, finding and fixing roadway drainage issues and updating the emergency alert system.
MTA chair suggests congestion pricing toll will cost $15
The MTA has said it will charge anywhere from $9 to $23 to enter Manhattan's Central Business District when congestion pricing takes effect next spring.
Fundraiser announced to support Farmingdale marching band
Nassau County police and various law enforcement unions helped organize the event that's set for Wednesday night at Mulcahy's Pub and Concert Hall in Wantagh.
Lustgarten Foundation Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research at Jones Beach
Hundreds laced up and headed to Jones Beach State Park for the annual Lustgarten Foundation Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research.
First Alert Forecast: Warm and sunny
It may be October 1, but the weather feels more like late August.
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Trump returns to court for Day 2 of civil fraud trial in New York
Former President Donald Trump is back in a Manhattan courtroom for the second day of his trial on civil charges.
Hunter Biden pleads not guilty at arraignment on felony gun charges
A deal that included a diversion in connection with a firearms charge and a guilty plea to two misdemeanor tax charges collapsed in court over the summer.
Social justice advocate stabbed to death in Brooklyn
People who knew Ryan Carson, 32, said he dedicated his life to trying to change things for the better.
New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez trial date set
Sen. Menendez pleaded not guilty to bribery charges last Wednesday and was released on $100,000 bond.
MTA chair suggests congestion pricing toll will cost $15
The MTA has said it will charge anywhere from $9 to $23 to enter Manhattan's Central Business District when congestion pricing takes effect next spring.
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Women under 40 face conflicting advice for breast cancer screenings
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so we spoke with a doctor and her patient to get some answers.
New York City launches nation's first telehealth abortion care services
NYC Health + Hospitals' abortion care services will be available seven days a week.
Paris is crawling with bedbugs. They're even riding the trains.
Bedbugs are popping up in Paris hotels, homes, and even public transport, and with the Olympics just 10 months away, that has city officials' skin crawling.
On Call with Dr. Kumar: Is it COVID or is it something else?
The so-called "tripledemic" appears to have arrived, with people everywhere coughing and sneezing.
New York cancer survivors share stories to inspire others
Advocates, doctors and survivors gathered at the Ziegfeld Ballroom on West 54th Street for the occasion.
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New episodes of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" return
Hundreds of fans lined up outside the Ed Sullivan Theater for the first taping of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" since the end of the writers strike.
Meet NYC's new Commissioner of Media and Entertainment
We spoke with her about her background and coming into the role amid the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes.
"Taylor Swift Effect" boosts ticket sales for Chiefs-Jets game
Fans don't yet know if Taylor Swift will watch Travis Kelce play the Jets on Oct. 1 – but they're apparently scooping up tickets, just in case.
Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Judge ending conservatorship between Michael Oher and Memphis couple
Judge Kathleen Gomes said she is terminating the agreement reached in 2004 that allowed Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy to control Michael Oher's finances.
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Dominating defense leads Seahawks over Giants 24-3
Graham Gano kicked a 55-yard field goal for the Giants (1-3), who have played one good half in four games this season.
David Stearns introduced as Mets president of baseball operations
Decades ago, David Stearns used to sneak into Shea Stadium to root for the New York Mets. Now, he holds their entire roster in his hands.
Zach Wilson improves, but Jets unravel late in tight loss to Chiefs
With pop superstar Taylor Swift watching Travis Kelce and the Chiefs for the second straight game, Kansas City was able to bounce back.
Liberty top Sun in Game 4, finally get back to WNBA Finals
Breanna Stewart scored 27 points in New York's 87-84 win in Game 4. Showdown with Las Vegas begins next Sunday.
Mets say goodbye to Buck Showalter with lopsided loss to Phillies
A season of great promise for the Amazins ended with a 74-87 record after Sunday's 9-1 defeat.
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Magnolia Tree Earth Center starts much-needed repairs
This comes as the Magnolia Tree Earth Center marks its 50th anniversary.
Bronx officials launch Domestic Violence Awareness Month for October
Officials say the Bronx has one of the highest rates of domestic violence across the city.
Riverdale dentists' office floods for second time this month
The dentists believe New York City isn't taking the time to properly investigate their recent recurring flood problem.
Inwood alternative high school adapts to asylum seeking students
Teens seeking asylum have found a new home environment at the High School for Excellence and Innovation.
School librarian shortage hitting New York City
Studies show students tend to perform better academically with a certified librarian in school.
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Flooding leaves parts of New York City underwater
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Photos: Crowd turns chaotic during Union Square giveaway
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
Photos: Crane catches fire, partially collapses in NYC
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
Tony Bennett, N.Y. native and music legend, through the years
The Grammy Award winning singer who graced the stage for generations died at the age of 96.
Inside the Gilgo Beach murders investigation
A suspect has been charged in connection with a long-unsolved string of killings known as the Gilgo Beach murders.
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First Alert Weather: Record watch as highs climb back into 80s
CBS New York's John Elliott has the latest weather forecast.
Nassau County lawmakers announce plan to prevent flooding
Their plan includes holding a hearing to identify the county's infrastructure needs, finding and fixing roadway drainage issues and updating the emergency alert system.
Trump speaks out ahead of civil fraud hearing: "This is not a case"
The former president was back in Manhattan court Tuesday for day two of his civil fraud case. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has an update from the courthouse.
Central Park's iconic Great Lawn closed until next year
Central Park's iconic Great Lawn will be closed until at least next year following damage from last week's flooding and Global Citizen Festival, which went ahead despite torrential rain. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
Ryan Carson, New York social justice advocate, stabbed to death
People who knew Carson, 32, said he dedicated his life to trying to change things for the better. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
