Pilot killed in NJ helicopter crash identified as Josef Yitzhak
The NTSB said the investigation into why the helicopter crashed could take a year to complete.
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The NTSB said the investigation into why the helicopter crashed could take a year to complete.
Federal investigators continue to search for information and evidence in New Jersey after Thursday's deadly helicopter crash. We're learning more about the pilot who has been identified. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3qUzluY
We have an update on New Jersey homes that could be dangerously close to falling into a nearby creek. Some residents and local lawmakers told CBS New York's Christine Sloan a federal project is causing the erosion. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3P4ks14
The investigation continues after a deadly helicopter crash in New Jersey. The pilot who was killed has now been identified. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3OZcvui
The helicopter crashed head-first into a canal near the Princeton Airport, where it had taken off from, on Thursday,
The pilot was identified as Josef Yitzhak, 44, a citizen of Israel. CBS New York's Christine Sloan reports.
Witnesses reported seeing the chopper having trouble, then falling into a lake.
A helicopter pilot was killed Thursday when the chopper fell out of the sky and into a New Jersey lake. CBS New York's Alice Gainer reports. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3ElQiBI
A helicopter pilot was killed after losing control and crashing in New Jersey on Thursday. Witnesses report seeing the chopper having trouble, then falling into a lake. CBS New York's Alice Gainer reports. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3ElQiBI
A pilot was killed in a helicopter crash in South Brunswick, New Jersey, on Thursday. CBS New York's Christine Sloan reports. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3ElQiBI
The pilot of a helicopter that crashed in South Brunswick on Thursday has died. CBS New York's Christine Sloan reports. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3ElQiBI
A helicopter crashed into a lake in New Jersey on Thursday. Dan Rice reports from Chopper 2. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3ElQiBI
The 48-year-old was taking a break from the game when he collapsed and went into cardiac arrest.
It was a close call for a man who collapsed during a basketball game in New Jersey. The Princeton man is alive and well thanks to quick actions from fellow basketball players. CBS New York's Nick Caloway reports luckily, one of those players knew CPR. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/44hxDBz
A 48-year-old man was sitting courtside at a South Brunswick gym when he suddenly collapsed and fell to the ground.
The quick actions of a New Jersey basketball team helped save a man's life earlier this month. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3QGExwY
The 18-wheeler crashed into the train bridge at Deans Lane and Blackhorse Lane just after 4 p.m. Monday.
An 18-wheeler that got stuck under an overpass in South Brunswick on Monday afternoon has been pulled free.
An 18-wheeler got stuck under an overpass in New Jersey on Monday, causing a major traffic headache. CBS New York's Dan Rice reports from Chopper 2.
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The National Weather Service has issued an Air Quality Alert for ground level ozone Wednesday. The entire region is under an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
The New York, New Jersey area is preparing for extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources get ready to keep residents cool.
Dangerously hot weather is beginning in the New York City area, with an Extreme Heat Warning about to go into effect.
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.
Jersey City Mayor James Solomon is now lowering a proposed tax hike from 20% to 15%, but many residents says it's still a painful pill to swallow.
The National Weather Service has issued an Air Quality Alert for ground level ozone Wednesday. The entire region is under an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
The annual 3% increase affects trains, buses, light rail and the Access Link. It comes as commuters have been dealing with service issues.
The New York, New Jersey area is preparing for extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources get ready to keep residents cool.
Traffic will be impacted in Midtown Manhattan as the city initiates shuttle bus corridors and street closures to accommodate World Cup ticketholders.
A breakthrough treatment for debilitating tremors is changing lives. It can stop shaking caused by essential tremors and, in some patients, tremors caused by Parkinson's disease. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
A breakthrough treatment for debilitating tremors is changing lives. It can stop shaking caused by essential tremors and, in some patients, tremors caused by Parkinson's disease.
A coach bus slammed into a car, flipped over and hit two other cars on Monday night near the Greenpoint Avenue exit on the Long Island Expressway.
Prosecutors described how 36-year-old Olivia Bithorn's long history of alcohol abuse allegedly led to her 18-month-old son's death.
A Long Island school district official is accused of trashing ballots to rig an election.
Jersey City Mayor James Solomon is now lowering a proposed tax hike from 20% to 15%, but many residents says it's still a painful pill to swallow.
Investigations are underway into possible fraudulent activity at some of these kinds of facilities across New York, CBS News has learned.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani will give a major speech in front of the George Washington desk at City Hall on Friday morning to mark America's 250th birthday, sources say.
As many as 300,000 Haitians face removal from the United States, as the Trump administration moves to end their temporary protected status.
The mother of a Loyola University freshman who was shot and killed in March delivered tearful testimony on Capitol Hill on Tuesday.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Justice Department from executing subpoenas in a criminal probe that sought transgender care records for patients treated at New York hospitals.
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.
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Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
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Legendary music executive Clive Davis was laid to rest Monday at a private funeral. Davis helped the careers of generations of artists.
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Camilo Doval forced in the go-ahead run with a bases-loaded walk in a four-run 11th inning that gave the Tigers a 6-2 victory over the Yankees on Wednesday.
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Miss Subways was a citywide contest that highlighted everyday New York women doing amazing things. The competition no longer exists but former titleholders say the message still rings true.
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CBS News New York's Scott Padgett says the temperatures could be even higher on Friday before dropping a little bit on Fourth of July Saturday.
CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger spoke with neighbors and has an update from the city.
However, many residents say a 15% increase is still a painful pill to swallow. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
Two people climbed to the very top of New York City's Empire State Building, unfurled a banner, and then apparently got engaged Wednesday afternoon. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman and Lisa Rozner have team coverage.
