Brooklyn dean arrested for strangling boy at school, police say
A Brooklyn middle school dean was arrested for allegedly strangling a 13-year-old boy who refused to change into his uniform at lunchtime.
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A Brooklyn middle school dean was arrested for allegedly strangling a 13-year-old boy who refused to change into his uniform at lunchtime.
From inmates getting into bloody fights to a correctional officer accused of smuggling in drugs, it's all happening in the same facility housing two high-profile inmates. CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas reports.
Two people were stabbed at a gas station in Sunset Park, Brooklyn Tuesday during an attempted scooter theft.
The moon is expected to look extra bright into Friday morning.
We took an inside look at the operations of New York City's primary recycling center during Climate Week 2024.
New York City on Sunday announced its latest rat-mitigation program, which needs the help of the public.
A fire ripped through a building in Brooklyn as firefighters rushed in to save tenants Tuesday night.
Vicky Dennis went to the hospital with strange symptoms when she had COVID. Doctors found she had two undiagnosed, life-threatening diseases and needed a liver transplant to survive.
Vicky Dennis had COVID in 2020 and went to the hospital with strange symptoms. Doctors found she had undiagnosed, life-threatening diseases and said she needed a liver transplant to survive. CBS New York's Hannah Kliger reports.
Two civilians were treated for smoke inhalation, and two firefighters were also injured.
A vacate order has been issued, along with a violation for failing to maintain the building.
A 74-year-old Brooklyn woman was killed while shoveling snow Tuesday after she was hit by bricks that fell from her 120-year-old building. CBS New York's Alecia Reid has the tragic story from Sunset Park. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/49zoUO9
Police said it happened at around 12:30 p.m. at the corner of 54th Street and 6th Avenue. CBS New York's Alice Gainer reports.
The annual parade has been taking place since 1988 and promotes unity among neighborhoods.
The annual parade has been taking place since 1988 and promotes unity among neighborhoods. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
The fire broke out around 3:30 a.m. Thursday inside a two-story home on Seventh Avenue in Sunset Park.
The fire broke out around 3:30 a.m. Thursday inside a two-story home on Seventh Avenue.
Hazmat crews were called over concerns a gas line below may have been affected.
A sidewalk collapsed overnight in Brooklyn, leaving a large hole in the ground.
According to police, three people approached a 13-year-old boy and repeatedly hit him with belts.
City Harvest was out distributing fresh fruits and veggies to families in need in Brooklyn on Thursday.
On top of the new library branch are 49 units of affordable housing.
A first-of-its-kind public library opened in Brooklyn on Wednesday. It's part of a new development model that includes affordable housing. CBS New York's Hannah Kliger shows us how different institutions came together to solve two problems at once. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/46hbHHP
Democrat Susan Zhuang and Republican Ying Tan, the two main contenders for the new City Council seat in Brooklyn, duked it out this week.
The debate between Zhuang and Tan on "The Point with Marcia Kramer" continued on CBS News New York.
Two men convicted of staging crashes on New York City highways to get fraudulent insurance payouts have been sentenced.
New Yorkers may be able to see the blood moon during the partial lunar eclipse Thursday, but they're going to have to stay up late, and clouds could impact it.
Khalid Sheikh Mohammed is accused of developing and directing the plot to crash hijacked airliners into the World Trade Center and the Pentagon on Sept. 11, 2001.
Severe weather warnings have started popping up as strong storms make their way through New York City and most of the Tri-State Area.
A fire started in the basement of a South Ozone Park home before spreading early Thursday, according to the FDNY.
Two men convicted of staging crashes on New York City highways to get fraudulent insurance payouts have been sentenced.
New Yorkers may be able to see the blood moon during the partial lunar eclipse Thursday, but they're going to have to stay up late, and clouds could impact it.
Severe weather warnings have started popping up as strong storms make their way through New York City and most of the Tri-State Area.
A fire started in the basement of a South Ozone Park home before spreading early Thursday, according to the FDNY.
A Brooklyn community came together Wednesday night to demand justice as police continue to investigate the shooting death of a food delivery worker.
Severe weather warnings have started popping up as strong storms make their way through New York City and most of the Tri-State Area.
A nice stretch of weather kicks off the week in the New York City area before a heightened chance of rain returns.
Along with the increasingly humid conditions comes another chance of showers and storms overnight Saturday into Sunday.
Rainy weather returns to the New York City area Sunday, bringing with it the threat of flooding.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is heading to the Little League World Series after beating Darien, Connecticut, in the Metro Region Tournament on Friday.
Severe weather warnings have started popping up as strong storms make their way through New York City and most of the Tri-State Area.
A man is dead after a shootout with police in Newport, Rhode Island, that also left an officer injured.
A dean at Rutgers University was arrested for allegedly recording inappropriate videos while working for the school, according to New Jersey prosecutors.
A 9/11 memorial in Jersey City that's in need of repairs and maintenance is getting help from actor Gary Sinise's foundation.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is out of the Little League World Series after losing to Hamilton, Ohio, on Tuesday night.
Severe weather warnings have started popping up as strong storms make their way through New York City and most of the Tri-State Area.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman says he will comply with New York's new law restricting police cooperation with ICE, but first, he blasted the governor. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Huntington native Jack Kennedy, 18, is making his Grand Slam debut in the U.S. Open this year.
Officers on Long Island deployed a drone to find the suspect after he robbed a home and ran away.
Fifteen sheriffs across New York are asking a judge to block a new law preventing local law enforcement agencies from working with Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is backtracking again on the controversial rollout of his pied-à-terre tax.
The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.
Fifteen sheriffs across New York are asking a judge to block a new law preventing local law enforcement agencies from working with Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.
The Trump administration said it may need to demolish the Kennedy Center if a plan to close the building for two years as part of a controversial renovation project pushed by President Trump and the organization's board is blocked.
State officials sent letters to agencies across New York instructing them to unwind agreements with ICE by Tuesday.
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?
A New Yorker has tested positive for West Nile virus, the city health department announced Wednesday.
Researchers say an alarming study on cognitive decline is specific to the African American community in Newark, New Jersey.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
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.
The AMC Kips Bay 15 on Second Avenue has been open since 1999 but will shut down at the end of 2026, according to a spokesperson.
The Brewers beat the Mets 8-1 on Wednesday night, overcoming an injury to starter Dustin May after one pitch.
The New York Yankees pulled away for a 9-3 victory over the Houston Astros on Wednesday night.
Huntington native Jack Kennedy, 18, is making his Grand Slam debut in the U.S. Open this year.
Francisco Lindor scored the winning run on a throwing error in the 10th to lead the Mets past the Brewers 3-2 on Tuesday night.
The Houston Astros beat the New York Yankees 9-7 on Tuesday night.
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.
Neighbors say Flushing Meadows Corona Park has been falling into disrepair for years.
The owner of a beloved Harlem food truck known for its burgers under $5 is retiring and selling the business.
The historic Art Deco bathhouse at Jacob Riis Park is getting a new life as the Rockaway Ocean Club. But as the long-dormant building reopens, some locals are questioning who will have access to its amenities.
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.
Peanut is an 8-year-old chihuahua who is a little shy but plays well with other small dogs and is looking for her forever home.
Severe weather warnings have started popping up as strong storms make their way through New York City and most of the Tri-State Area. CBS News New York Meteorologist Tony Sadiku has the forecast.
The new bill will force companies to report how much water and electricity they use at the data center and give those findings to state officials every six months.
Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, who splashed her signature polka dots on paintings, sculptures and museum installations around the world, has died, her studio said Thursday.
Two men were sentenced after pleading guilty to staging car crashes on New York City highways to get insurance payouts for damages and injuries. CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas reports.
