Hundreds protest plans for Staten Island asylum seeker shelter
The rally was held outside the former St. John Villa Academy in Arrochar.
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The rally was held outside the former St. John Villa Academy in Arrochar.
Hundreds of people gathered on Staten Island on Wednesday to protest the opening of a new shelter for asylum seekers. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/45IKJZx
A fourth person on Staten Island is being investigated for possible West Nile virus.
Sources tell CBS New York the city hopes to have St. John Villa Academy open by the end of the week.
As plans are in the works for New York City to use federal land in Brooklyn to house asylum seekers, sources tell CBS New York that a former private school on Staten Island will be the site of the next shelter. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3YMKhaC
This is the latest site to shelter asylum seekers, now on Staten Island.
Mariza Williams, 12, has a new lease on life after spending months at the Burn Center.
A fire in Guyana back in May took the life of 20 people who were trapped in a school dormitory. More than two dozen students were also injured. One of them was transferred from South America to receive care at a burn center on Staten Island. CBS New York's Nick Caloway reports.
The NYPD says officers tried to pull over a stolen car, but the driver sped away and knocked over monuments.
Frank was found on the steps of a day care in 2002, and Vicky was left in a hospital bathroom in 2004.
Two babies abandoned on Staten Island a year and a half apart and then adopted into the same family just looked into their ancestry and got the surprise of their lives. CBS New York's Vanessa Murdock reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3OTcZDj
A police chase on Staten Island ended with a firefighter memorial being damaged early Monday.
Fort Wadsworth is used by the community as national park and historic site, and is a military training ground.
Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella is speaking out against the potential conversion of the Fort Wadsworth site into an asylum seeker shelter.
Officials believe an assisted living development that was put up for sale in 2022 may be turned into a shelter.
A rally was held on Staten Island on Saturday protesting a possible plan to turn an assisted living development into a shelter for asylum seekers. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3qmEax5
Between the toll hikes and gloomy weather, it wasn't an ideal way for commuters to start the week.
Subways, buses, Metro-North and the Long Island Rail Road are getting more expensive this year, too.
Staten Island officials are citing health concerns as another reason to put the brakes on congestion pricing.
Staten Island officials plan to file a lawsuit to stop plans to charge drivers entering Manhattan's central business district.
New Yorkers in all five boroughs can enjoy 20 miles of car-free streets over five Saturdays this summer.
Sources tell CBS New York the board hopes to have a toll plan in place by the fall.
Borough President Vito Fossella says the borough has been overlooked by the MTA.
The borough president said Sunday he's ready to file legal action to get the plan to charge riders who drive below 60th Street in Manhattan stopped. CBS New York's Alecia Reid has the latest.
Leaders say the car-dependent borough is joining New Jersey in opposition of the plan to toll people who drive into Manhattan below 60th Street. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports.
The FBI used the Intrepid Museum to help conduct the massive investigation after 9/11.
The New York Yankees beat the Colorado Rockies 10-3 on Thursday night to tighten the AL East race.
One person has died and a total of five people have been sickened by Legionnaires' disease in the Bronx.
Pilot Nick Dobi, now 84, remembers being diverted to Newfoundland after the 9/11 attacks, calling it the "most dramatic, emotional flight of my life."
CBS News producer Caroline Lewis shares the story of her mother Patty, who established a school in a disadvantaged community after losing her husband on 9/11.
The FBI used the Intrepid Museum to help conduct the massive investigation after 9/11.
One person has died and a total of five people have been sickened by Legionnaires' disease in the Bronx.
Pilot Nick Dobi, now 84, remembers being diverted to Newfoundland after the 9/11 attacks, calling it the "most dramatic, emotional flight of my life."
Thousands of children lost a parent 25 years ago on Sept. 11, 2001. They became known by the name of the organization formed to support them, Tuesday's Children.
For 25 years, we've paid somber tribute to the victims of 9/11. That includes broadcast engineers Isaias Rivera and Robert Pattison, two members of our CBS News New York family.
After a week filled with periods of storminess and high humidity, a calmer and drier weather pattern is settling in for the holiday weekend.
Severe storms returned to the Tri-State Area, making it a soggy Thursday morning.
The rain returns Tuesday with the possibility of severe storms and downpours that can cause flash flooding in the New York City area.
Activity by ICE agents is putting a chill on the economy in parts of Connecticut after an estimated 100 people were recently grabbed off the streets of Danbury and other communities.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for Tuesday and Wednesday due to the threat of strong to severe thunderstorms.
Middletown, New Jersey, had more residents killed in the terror attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, than any other town outside of New York City.
The Empty Sky Memorial at Liberty State Park in Jersey City honored the hundreds of New Jersey residents killed in the 9/11 attacks Thursday.
A U.S. Army intelligence officer from New Jersey says he has never felt like he needed to choose between his Muslim faith and his service.
A cosmetic treatment that promises breast enhancement without surgery is now at the center of a fight over who regulates human tissue in New York.
More than 41,000 students are heading back to class across Newark, New Jersey, Tuesday following 11 weeks of summer vacation.
Many remember an image featuring longtime FDNY firefighter Bob Beckwith that spread around the world in the days following the 9/11 attacks -- an image of bravery and hope.
Retired at the time, Beckwith, who spent 30 years with the FDNY, responded to the devastation at ground zero and was captured in an iconic moment with President George W. Bush. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
A man accused of killing a Long Island woman was fatally shot by police officers in Massachusetts on Wednesday night, officials say.
New water rescue equipment can now reach swimmers in distress before rescue crews can even reach the water. Nassau County Police on Thursday unveiled drones equipped with flotation devices to reach people in trouble in a matter of seconds. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Though none of them were even born in 2001, students at Commack High School continue to pass on memories of the 9/11 terror attacks.
Many remember an image featuring longtime FDNY firefighter Bob Beckwith that spread around the world in the days following the 9/11 attacks -- an image of bravery and hope.
As governor of New York on Sept. 11, 2001, George Pataki was responsible for many of the decisions being made at the highest level of state government. He recently reflected on that somber day.
Former President George W. Bush gave rare remarks on Wednesday as Americans mark 25 years since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
Ray Kelly, the longest-serving NYPD commissioner in history, is widely credited with driving down crime and ramping up the department's counterterrorism capacity.
Hundreds of thousands of New York City students are heading back to school Thursday with many new changes and programs in store.
One person has died and a total of five people have been sickened by Legionnaires' disease in the Bronx.
As of late August, the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund has received 112,000 claims, awarding more than $18 billion.
A cosmetic treatment that promises breast enhancement without surgery is now at the center of a fight over who regulates human tissue in New York.
Twenty-five years after the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, the health threat hasn't ended for many survivors.
New York City officials released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks.
Grammy and Emmy Award-winning musician Lizzo made a surprise visit to meet Brooklyn students and debut her new children's book.
Some are calling for Macklemore to be removed from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after he used part of his opening performance on Friday and Saturday nights at MetLife Stadium to share his pro-Palestinian views about the war in Gaza.
The Met's decision to highlight the work by designer John Galliano sparked widespread controversy due to his history of antisemitic and racist comments.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
The New York Yankees beat the Colorado Rockies 10-3 on Thursday night to tighten the AL East race.
Jude Terry and Armindo Sieb each scored a goal, Hugo Lloris had his MLS-leading 12th shutout this season, and Los Angeles FC beat the New York Red Bulls 2-0 to snap a six-game winless streak.
Rookie George Lombard Jr. became the second-youngest player in Yankees' history to hit a grand slam as New York beat the Rockies 6-1 on Wednesday night.
Dániel Gazdag scored in the third minute of second-half stoppage time to rally the New England Revolution to a 2-1 victory over New York City FC on Wednesday night at Citi Field.
The New York Yankees beat the Colorado Rockies 5-3 on Tuesday night to clinch their 34th straight winning season.
Former Mets players from the 2001 season were at Ladder 25 on the Upper West Side on Tuesday.
Grammy and Emmy Award-winning musician Lizzo made a surprise visit to meet Brooklyn students and debut her new children's book.
A Bronx pizzeria is proving that kindness is contagious by giving slices to hungry New Yorkers.
Brooklyn Community Services says keeping its mobile shower program running is becoming increasingly difficult as the costs of fuel, hygiene products and other expenses rise.
The Brooklyn family traces its roots to Pieter Claesen Wyckoff, who arrived in the New World 400 years ago. Today, descendants connect through reunions, Zoom calls and a massive genealogical database.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
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.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
A 77-year-old man was killed and his 52-year-old daughter was one of two women hospitalized after they were struck by a truck driver in Chinatown on Thursday. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
Rapper Snoop Dogg will host this year's MTV Video Music Awards.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for September 10 at 11 p.m.
In the hours following the terror attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, the FBI in Manhattan needed to set up a secure emergency command center. They looked to the water, using the Intrepid Museum to help conduct the massive investigation. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
There was a scare at Ramapo College in New Jersey on Thursday after a report of a gun on campus.
