Truck Flips Over, Bursts Into Flames On Long Island
A tractor-trailer flipped over and burst into flames on Long Island late Tuesday, in an accident that may have caused property damage.
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A tractor-trailer flipped over and burst into flames on Long Island late Tuesday, in an accident that may have caused property damage.
Steven Kinalis, of Ronkonkoma, was sentenced to five-and-a-half to 16-and-a-half years in prison for his DUI - aggravated vehicular homicide conviction. He had faced a maximum of 25 years in prison.
Seven motorcyclists were arrested on reckless driving charges in Suffolk County Sunday, and dozens more were cited.
Juan Maravilla, 56, was arrested Sunday night after crashing his minivan into another vehicle on the westbound Sunrise Highway in Bohemia, police said.
A shoplifting suspect on Long Island was hit by a sport-utility vehicle Wednesday afternoon as he tried to run away, police said.
A motorcyclist was struck and killed by a car Sunday, while he was pulled over in the median of Sunrise Highway on Long Island.
Daverin's body was found at about 10 p.m. Thursday on a footbridge between Sunrise Highway and Merrick Road, Nassau County police said.
The New York State Department of Transportation is planning safety improvements along the 16-mile highway. Businesses and residents have written to the state, asking to be consulted.
A woman was arrested in Suffolk County early Saturday, after being caught driving while intoxicated with her 7-year-old granddaughter in the car.
Suffolk Highway Patrolman Brian Smales is recovering from injuries suffered when his cruiser was struck by an alleged drunk driver last weekend.
Colin Garrett, 22, was killed after he lost control of his car, hit a fence and flipped over, according to police.
With the snow still coming down fast and heavy in parts of Long Island early Saturday, some motorists found themselves stranded all night in their cars with the Long Island Expressway shut down.
Police say a Long Island woman was drunk when her car drifted off the road, struck a parked vehicle and overturned with her 6-year-old daughter inside.
On Oct. 7, 30-year-old Jennifer Wheeler was hit by a car on Sunrise Highway in West Babylon, police said.
Police said a driver noticed a woman leaning against the center median on the westbound lane of Sunrise Highway and turned back to check on her.
Residents of one Long Island town can kiss the days of circling for a parking spot at the train station goodbye.
It happened Thursday just before midnight at Anchor Audi on Sunrise Highway.
Cathy Scalia briefly reclaimed her post on Sunrise Highway in Baldwin Wednesday morning before she ran into some permit woes.
Between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., seven cars were vandalized at the Seaford Train Station on Sunrise Highway, police said.
It appears an East Rockaway woman was selling more than hot dogs from her cart on Sunrise Highway.
Topping the list is the Hempstead Turnpike in Nassau County, where there have been 15 deadly accidents involving pedestrians from 2008 to 2010.
The Suffolk County Sheriff's Department has been patrolling both the Long Island Expressway and Sunrise Highway since 2008 and now the numbers are in.
Scott Robb, 38, was airlifted to Stony Brook University Medical Center Sunday after the crash.
There were new concerns Monday about a multimillion dollar highway project designed to make a dangerous road safer. Law enforcement is starting to wonder if the project is working as intended.
Residents in coastal areas of Long Island are being told to evacuate their homes as Hurricane Irene makes its way up the East Coast.
One person is dead and another is in critical condition after being struck by a driver in Harlem on Thursday evening.
The union representing NYU full-time contract faculty say they will begin picketing Monday morning if a deal isn't reached.
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Brady Tkachuk scored with 11.1 seconds left to give the Senators a 3-2 victory over the Islanders on Thursday night.
The Blue Jackets beat the Rangers 6-3 on Thursday night, keeping alive hopes for their first playoff berth since the 2019-20 season.
A New York City high school student who was detained by ICE and spent nearly a year in a detention center is finally home.
One person is dead and another is in critical condition after being struck by a driver in Harlem on Thursday evening.
The union representing NYU full-time contract faculty say they will begin picketing Monday morning if a deal isn't reached.
A New York City high school student who was detained by ICE and spent nearly a year in a detention center is finally home.
Child care provider Bright Horizons has agreed to give up its permit for a Manhattan day care center.
The family of a man killed in a crash involving an FDNY truck and an Access-A-Ride bus in Brooklyn last week is planning to take legal action.
The New York City area will be under a wind advisory Monday with periods of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms expected across the region.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
Periods of rain will move through the New York area Thursday, but spring temperatures are on the way for the weekend.
Last year, electricity rates in New Jersey spiked more than almost any other state, according to a new congressional report.
Montclair School District Board of Education members broke down in tears as they voted to close Renaissance Middle School.
Video shows firefighters dousing the smoldering roof of the structure on Old York Road in Branchburg, New Jersey.
Grubhub is launching New Jersey's first commercial food delivery by drone. CBS News New York has learned more about the high-tech service and how it's expected to work.
Officials say James Hadley, a New Jersey coach and educator, may have assaulted other victims.
A driver was indicted on manslaughter and assault charges Thursday in a deadly crash that killed two teenagers on Long Island back in January.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Ten people and six vehicles were involved in the fatal accident on Long Island, according to New York State Police. Two people in their 80s were killed.
St. John's, Hofstra and LIU are playing in the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament as March Madness gets in full swing.
Prosecutors said Matthew Smith fended off efforts to hand over his car keys before the crash that killed Nassau County police officer Patricia Espinosa.
Last year, electricity rates in New Jersey spiked more than almost any other state, according to a new congressional report.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is taking the first steps toward overhauling how the city responds to 911 calls involving mental health problems.
The MTA announced plans to replace thousands of New York City's decades-old subway cars with new models.
New York City will no longer criminally enforce minor traffic offenses for cyclists and e-bike riders, the Mamdani administration announced Wednesday.
The Mamdani administration has asked a court to allow them to stop representing former Mayor Eric Adams in a sexual assault case.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
A new study shows toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS may be entering the food chain on Long Island through contaminated soil, water and air.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
Legendary New York City television news anchor Ernie Anastos has died. His wife says he died early Thursday morning of pneumonia.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
Brady Tkachuk scored with 11.1 seconds left to give the Senators a 3-2 victory over the Islanders on Thursday night.
The Blue Jackets beat the Rangers 6-3 on Thursday night, keeping alive hopes for their first playoff berth since the 2019-20 season.
Howie Rose, the longtime play-by-play voice of the New York Mets on the radio, says the upcoming 2026 season will be his last.
The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Brooklyn Nets 121-92 on Wednesday night for their 10th straight win.
The New Jersey Devils beat the New York Rangers 6-3 on Wednesday night for their third straight victory.
Members of the Apollo Theater, where Kiki Shepard left her mark for 15 years, reflect on her legacy after the Harlem icon's death at age 74.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
A Harlem school is teaching students how to love, honor and care for their natural hair.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
Neighbors and local businesses in Long Island City, Queens, say rental trucks parked on streets are impacting daily operations.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
St. John's and LIU will take the court Friday in the NCAA men's basketball tournament. CBS News New York's Steve Overmyer and Otis Livingston report.
CBS News New York's Scott Padgett has your First Alert Forecast for March 19 at 11 p.m.
Dozens of dogs rescued by police during an animal cruelty investigation in Brooklyn are now ready to be adopted.
A faculty strike is looming at NYU. The union representing full-time faculty says they will strike Monday morning if a deal isn't reached. CBS News New York's Naomi Ruchim explains the potential impact.
Dramatic video shows a New York state trooper being struck by a car during a traffic stop in Mamaroneck.
