Dockworkers suspend strike after reaching tentative deal
The strike, the first by East and Gulf Coast dockworkers since 1977, had shut down 14 ports since Tuesday.
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The strike, the first by East and Gulf Coast dockworkers since 1977, had shut down 14 ports since Tuesday.
The International Longshoremen's Association reached a tentative deal Thursday to suspend its strike until Jan. 15. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has the latest.
Lebanon's state-run news agency accuses Israel of using phosphorous bombs in Beirut as airstrikes kill dozens in Lebanon and Gaza.
Thousands of dockworkers at ports along the East and Gulf Coasts went on strike in search of higher pay and better job security in the face of automation.
Thousands of East and Gulf Coast port workers launched a historic strike on October 1. Here's what's at stake.
Twenty-five thousand dockworkers on the East and Gulf Coasts are on strike, and depending on how long it lasts, it could cause significant disruptions in the supply chain. As CBS News New York's Alecia Reid reports, anything from fresh fruit, canned foods, chocolate and alcohol could be impacted.
The port strike has hit home in New York and New Jersey, as 25,000 dockworkers walked off the job around midnight along the eastern seaboard. CBS News New York's Derick Waller reports form Port Elizabeth.
Thousands of dockworkers at major ports in the East and Gulf coasts are girding to strike as early as Tuesday. The move could snarl commercial shipping on a massive scale and disrupt the national supply chain. Tim McNicholas has more.
Israel's biggest union goes on strike as Benjamin Netanyahu faces a surge of anger and demands to nail down a cease-fire with Hamas.
The drivers say they are not getting any love from the rideshare platforms, so they're starting a 24-hour strike and taking the holiday off in protest. CBS New York's Christine Sloan reports.
They say they're tired of owner Alden Global Capital's cuts and apparent commitment to shrinking the newspaper.
Agreement on new labor contract sets the stage for film and TV actors to return to work after months-long production freeze.
The union representing film and television actors struck a tentative deal with entertainment industry studios on a new labor contract, ending the 118 day strike. CBS New York's John Dias reports.
CBS New York's John Dias has a look at what it means for actors in our area.
The walkout by Kaiser Permanente nurses, orderlies and other workers represents the biggest health care strike in U.S. history.
We spoke with Pat Kaufman about her background and coming into the new role amid the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes.
NBC's "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" and ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" could return to the air as soon as early October.
Tentative agreement to settle the first Hollywood writers strike in 15 years could see some shows resume production soon.
Bus service will continue for an estimated 86,000 students after the school bus drivers' union reached a deal. CBS New York's Doug Williams has the details.
"I have listened to everyone, and I am making the decision to pause the show's premiere until the strike is over," Barrymore wrote on Instagram.
United Auto Workers president Shawn Fain said the union is rejecting a 21% pay increase offered by one of the Big Three automakers.
About 13,000 autoworkers walked off the job at midnight Friday.
Thousands of employees at plants in Michigan, Missouri and Ohio launched a historic work stoppage against Detroit's Big Three automakers.
After about 13,000 autoworkers walked off the job Friday, President Biden said he believes "record corporate profits" should be met with "record contracts" for workers. The UAW strike began after union leaders were unable to reach an agreement on a new contract with Ford, General Motors and Stellantis. Chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett anchored a CBS News Special Report on Mr. Biden's remarks.
For the first time in American history, the United Auto Workers are striking against the so-called Big Three auto makers at the same time.
An investigation is underway after a crash left more than a dozen parked cars damaged on a Brooklyn street.
Rookie Nick Morabito had a three-run double for his first major league hit, helping the Mets beat the Rays 10-4 on Wednesday.
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.
An off-duty volunteer EMT was honored Wednesday for saving a man's life at the 2026 New York Knicks Championship parade.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is making private visits to New York City firehouses as we approach 25 years since the Sept. 11, 2001 terror attacks.
An investigation is underway after a crash left more than a dozen parked cars damaged on a Brooklyn street.
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.
An off-duty volunteer EMT was honored Wednesday for saving a man's life at the 2026 New York Knicks Championship parade.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is making private visits to New York City firehouses as we approach 25 years since the Sept. 11, 2001 terror attacks.
Police are searching for a suspect following the caught-on-camera assault of a 90-year-old woman in Brooklyn earlier this week.
Severe storms are returning to the New York City area and could cause flash flooding overnight.
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.
ICE is defending operations they are conducting this week in Danbury, Connecticut, as some residents say they feel uneasy at what they are seeing on the streets.
Severe storms are returning to the New York City area and could cause flash flooding overnight.
An 87-year-old woman was found dead, and a man was rescued after the pair went missing Sunday during a hike in New Jersey, police said.
Experts say "mauve stingers" washed up along Manasquan's beach over the weekend, although they are usually pretty infrequent down the Jersey Shore.
The rain returns Tuesday with the possibility of severe storms and downpours that can cause flash flooding in the New York City area.
A man was arrested after he was seen on surveillance video stealing money from a kids' lemonade stand in New Jersey, police said.
Researchers are capturing and tagging sharks in the waters off the Hamptons on Long Island.
Lyme disease cases surged to 25,000 across New York state last year. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan toured Long Island's tick center with the health commissioner, who said the ticks are winning and New Yorkers must stay vigilant.
New York reports that overdose deaths across the state have fallen 45% since 2022. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan met with Long Island advocates and parents who say the mission continues.
They may have been a bit disappointed, but for students in two public school districts, summer vacation came to an end on Monday. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
Nassau County's Jericho and East Williston are the first districts on Long Island to start classes.
A GOP-proposed constitutional amendment to limit the Supreme Court to nine justices failed in the House, coming up well short of the two-thirds majority needed.
New York City officials are taking a close look at the city's response to the recent Legionnaires' outbreak on the Upper East Side and how to protect residents from the disease in the future.
Artificial intelligence will be banned in New York City public schools until students reach high school, Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced Wednesday.
Several members of the NYPD's Emergency Service Unit were honored Tuesday with a newly rededicated memorial wall at Floyd Bennett Field in Brooklyn.
GOP leaders scheduled the vote after Democratic primary voters embraced a number of democratic socialist candidates.
A report released Tuesday is offering a new glimpse into the health impact the 9/11 attacks continue to have on FDNY first responders.
Two more people who were sickened in the Upper East Side Legionnaires' disease cluster have died, health officials announced Friday.
A new electronic device that's the size of a grain of rice is making a big difference for heart patients.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
This year, ER visits for tick bites have increased dramatically, corresponding with a new threat: a rise in Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), where one bite from a lone star tick can make you violently allergic to red meat. How can you best avoid tick bites?
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.
NYC's Empire State Building paid tribute to music legend Dolly Parton Tuesday night. Parton, 80, died Tuesday in Nashville, her family announced.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Rookie Nick Morabito had a three-run double for his first major league hit, helping the Mets beat the Rays 10-4 on Wednesday.
Tiger Woods has pled no contest to a charge of reckless driving months after pleading not guilty to two misdemeanor charges.
The Tampa Bay Rays beat the New York Mets 6-2 on Tuesday night.
Vaughn Grissom drove in four runs, rookie Walbert Ureña pitched seven strong innings and the Los Angeles Angels ended a seven-game losing streak with a 10-1 victory over the sloppy New York Yankees.
Robert Stock pitched shutout ball into the sixth inning, Mark Vientos homered in his return from the injured list and the Mets beat the Rays 3-2 on Monday night.
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.
An off-duty volunteer EMT was honored Wednesday for saving a man's life at the 2026 New York Knicks Championship parade.
With tickets to the U.S. Open skyrocketing, tennis advocates in the Harlem community are working to make the sport more accessible for New Yorkers.
The DSNY reported an increase in needle stick injuries for New York City sanitation workers.
A Queens homeowner says that overgrown city trees on her block are creating a safety hazard at night.
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 Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for September 2 at 11 p.m.
The Met Opera's annual Summer HD Festival is back, allowing the productions to be experienced for free at the plaza at Lincoln Center.
New York City leaders are calling it a first-of-its-kind policy in the country: no AI technology in classrooms until high school. The one-year ban is for 2-K through eighth grade, affecting hundreds of thousands of students. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
An investigation is underway after a crash left more than a dozen parked cars damaged on a Brooklyn street Tuesday. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
A gunman killed two people and injured five others, including three police officers, in Minneapolis on Wednesday.
