Baby thrown down garbage chute on Staten Island, police say
A 1-year-old baby is recovering after being thrown down a garbage chute on Staten Island Monday, police said.
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A 1-year-old baby is recovering after being thrown down a garbage chute on Staten Island Monday, police said.
West Nile virus has been detected in mosquitoes in New York City, but no human cases have been reported in the city so far in 2025.
The legendary hip-hop group from Staten Island is playing what it says are its final shows this week as part of its farewell tour.
Two people died when a car drove through a Brooklyn intersection early Friday, hitting and killing them as they crossed the street. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
Rise Up NYC, the free concert series that launched in 2022, is returning to the five boroughs this summer.
Prosecutors say three New York State Department of Motor Vehicles examiners schemed with a driving school to help people get licenses without ever taking the proper tests.
Why did the turkey cross the road? To harass a New Yorker on his way to work.
Lucy the pig has won a reprieve. Her Staten Island family had been fighting for custody of their beloved emotional support animal.
A Staten Island family had been fighting for custody of Lucy, their beloved emotional support animal. Mayor Eric Adams said Monday the pig can stay in the city while it receives treatment. Pigs are ordinarily banned in New York City.
New York health officials say pet pigs are illegal in the city, but the Staten Island family is fighting to keep her.
Craig Johnson is the commanding officer of U.S. Coast Guard Station New York.
A third-party contractor struck a gas line in New Dorp Beach, National Grid said.
Fleet Week 2025 sails into NYC with ship tours, free concerts in Times Square and Memorial Day parades around the area.
One of the country's largest battery energy storage sites is about to be built on Staten Island, but families say by the time they learned of the plan, it was already a done deal.
It's part of New York’s push for renewable energy, but families say by the time they learned of the plan, it was already a done deal. CBS News New York's Mahsa Saeidi reports.
The Bronx Zoo held a contest Tuesday to see which New York City borough produces the best-tasting honey.
As CBS News New York's Erica Lunsford reports, there's a sweet reason for the competition and she has the results.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced a plan to build new mixed-income housing on Staten Island's North Shore.
The multi-million dollar investment between Front Street and the Stapleton waterfront will also provide affordable housing. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge took a tour of the area Monday to see what's taking shape.
A driver started shooting when officers tried to make a traffic stop in Port Richmond, police say.
Frank Morano talks for a living as a radio host, which should help since he was elected to the NYC Council to fill Joe Borelli's unexpired term. Watch the full interview with CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer.
Democrat Justin Brannan wants to become city comptroller and Republican Frank Morano suddenly finds himself representing Staten Island. See both interviews on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
A fire on Staten Island is being called suspicious.
Participants in the 5 Boro Pizza Challenge may only walk, bike, scoot, ride a bus or take the ferry to grab a slice in all five boroughs.
A man was fatally shot on a busy road Friday afternoon on Staten Island. CBS News New York's Alecia Reid spoke with witnesses.
Disgraced former Congressman George Santos has agreed to pay $35,000 to settle a federal investigation into his suspicious trades on the prediction marketplace Kalshi.
Kyle Stowers homered for the second straight night Friday, powering the Marlins to a 5-2 win over the Mets.
Toronto FC earned a 1-1 draw with New York City FC at Yankee Stadium on Friday night, but saw its winless streak reach 11 matches.
New York City's Summer Streets celebration returns to Manhattan on Saturday for the 2026 season.
There's been a report of a bigfoot sighting near the Pachaug State Forest in Connecticut.
Disgraced former Congressman George Santos has agreed to pay $35,000 to settle a federal investigation into his suspicious trades on the prediction marketplace Kalshi.
New York City's Summer Streets celebration returns to Manhattan on Saturday for the 2026 season.
For some Long Island families, the cost of supplies, clothes and other back-to-school essentials is becoming a growing challenge.
Doctors in Suffolk County have reported three cases of a rare tick-borne disease known as rabbit fever so far this summer. A 9-year-old boy shared his experiences with the illness.
There are new questions about who's looking out for New York City's children after a Bronx mother and grandmother were charged in the death of a teenager with autism.
There's been a report of a bigfoot sighting near the Pachaug State Forest in Connecticut.
Heavy rain is complicating efforts to recover a teenage boy from the West River in New Haven. Strong currents and an increased flow have made the job even more difficult.
It's another rainy day in the Tri-State Area with a flood watch for parts of New York and Connecticut.
There was a tornado warning in Sussex and Warren Counties in New Jersey as more severe weather passed through our area.
Weather conditions go downhill Tuesday and Wednesday with rain and potentially strong storms on deck for the New York area.
The body of a missing girl was found in the Passaic River in New Jersey after a two-day search, officials said.
A New Jersey police department is getting creative when it comes to cracking down on distracted drivers.
Three children were swept into the Passaic River Wednesday night. A little boy was later found dead, and a young girl is still missing.
Three kids entered the Passaic River Wednesday night. A little boy was later found dead, and investigators are still searching for one of the girls.
A CBS News Philadelphia investigation found Trenton police use-of-force incidents have increased in 2026 despite the department earning state accreditation.
Some homeowners on Long Island say teenage pranks have escalated into vandalism. A game of ding-dong ditch is keeping residents up at night and, in at least one case, has done damage. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
For some Long Island families, the cost of supplies, clothes and other back-to-school essentials is becoming a growing challenge.
Doctors in Suffolk County have reported three cases of a rare tick-borne disease known as rabbit fever so far this summer. A 9-year-old boy shared his experiences with the illness.
For some Long Island families, the cost of supplies, clothes and other back-to-school essentials is becoming a growing challenge. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
Doctors in Suffolk County have reported three cases of a rare tick-borne disease known as rabbit fever so far this summer. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
A Brooklyn grandmother went to the dentist hoping to fix her smile. Instead, her daughter says she lost her teeth, her health, and her independence.
President Trump said Todd Blanche will remain acting attorney general as a holdup on his nomination continues.
Republican New York gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman is deploying a campaign strategy that echoes the national GOP playbook — attack Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate to testify on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic but invoked his Fifth Amendment rights in answering all questions.
Letters have been sent to thousands of New York City homeowners, stating they may have to pay the new controversial pied-à-terre tax. But some residents say they shouldn't be on that list.
The source of exposure for the Legionnaires cluster on Manhattan's Upper East Side has been eliminated, according to the New York City Health Department.
A seventh person has died from Legionnaires' disease in connection with the Upper East Side cluster, New York City's health commissioner said Thursday.
Thirty-four cooling towers at 33 buildings on the Upper East Side tested positive for live Legionella bacteria, the New York City Health Department announced Tuesday.
An attorney representing an Upper East Side woman whose husband just died from Legionnaires' disease is planning to take legal action.
Studies show older adults are among the safest drivers on the road, but crashes involving seniors are on the rise.
A new Broadway show based on Prince's movie and album "Purple Rain" will take the stage at Broadway's Majestic Theatre in March.
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS and Shakira each brought a bit of one of their hits to the World Cup's first halftime show in a whirlwind performance Sunday that also squeezed in Burna Boy, Ted Lasso and many Muppets.
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
Kyle Stowers homered for the second straight night Friday, powering the Marlins to a 5-2 win over the Mets.
Toronto FC earned a 1-1 draw with New York City FC at Yankee Stadium on Friday night, but saw its winless streak reach 11 matches.
Will Warren pitched four-hit ball into the seventh inning, Amed Rosario and rookie Spencer Jones each homered and the New York Yankees beat the Chicago Cubs 2-0.
Luis Robert Jr. had a two-run single to cap an eighth-inning rally in the Mets' 4-2 victory over the Marlins on Thursday night.
Tristan Peters drew a bases-loaded walk in the 11th inning to force in automatic runner Chase Meidroth and the Chicago White Sox edged the Yankees 2-1.
Parents in Harlem say their children's walk to summer camp is littered with trash, illegal dumping and a growing encampment.
A specialized program from God's Love We Deliver is serving nearly 400 veterans with medically tailored meals, while helping combat isolation and ease the challenges of life after military service.
The Newtown Creek Alliance community science project gives students hands-on experience monitoring the health of one of the most polluted waterways in the U.S.
The FIFA World Cup is delivering a business boost for many bars and restaurants across New York City, but not every industry is seeing the same payoff.
Two Upper West Side children went on a mission to visit 40 playgrounds in one day, hoping to set a record.
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.
CBS News New York's Scott Padgett has your First Alert Forecast for July 31 at 11 p.m.
The Intrepid Museum continued its summer movie series Friday night with a showing of "National Treasure."
Disgraced former New York Congressman George Santos has agreed to pay $35,000 to settle a federal investigation into suspicious trades.
Saturday marks six months since the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie. Friday, a pair of emails were released, believed to be sent by the kidnappers after she was taken. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
A Bronx community wrapped their arms around a grieving family Friday night at a vigil for 12-year-old Jacob Freytes, who was killed in a stray bullet shooting last weekend. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
