2 Brooklyn rec centers now being used to house asylum seekers
But as CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports, the move is getting a mixed reaction from the communities.
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But as CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports, the move is getting a mixed reaction from the communities.
Community leaders say there was no notice. Some worry it will take away from community services. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Lithium-ion batteries have caused 113 fires this year, killing more than 13 people.
New York City officials continue to crack down on e-bike safety in an effort to prevent more deadly fires. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3NvTFKB
It happened at the 36th Street stop in Sunset Park.
A man has been charged after allegedly punching a man on a Brooklyn subway platform so hard that he fell onto the tracks.
CBS2 has learned the man was not hurt. It happened Tuesday morning in Sunset Park.
At P.S. 94 in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, fourth grade students are learning about the Chinese Exclusion Act.
The chancellor wants to assure parents their kids will be safe, but that's not alleviating their anger.
Protests continue today, as New York City Schools Chancellor David Banks spoke out about the issue for the first time. CBS2's Doug Williams reports.
The chancellor went on to assure parents their kids will be safe, but that's not alleviating their anger. CBS2's Doug Williams reports.
At least 20 schools are now on a list of possible shelters.
As many as 15 more busloads of asylum seekers could arrive this weekend, and the mayor is looking to house them in 20 school gyms. CBS2's Doug Williams has the latest.
Emotions are running high at P.S. 172 in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, where parents are protesting the city's plan to house asylum seekers there. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has the latest this noon.
Parents and community leaders are rallying outside P.S. 172 to try and put a stop to the move. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has the latest from Sunset Park, Brooklyn.
The elementary school is among several in the city being used as shelters as Mayor Adams scrambles to find housing for new arrivals. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Sources told CBS2 asylum seekers could be heading to at least six more schools.
Adult men and women have arrived at P.S. 188 in Coney Island, but only on a short-term basis.
Those same sources say the city is preparing to also put asylum seekers in two other schools in the borough. CBS2's Naveen Dhaliwal has the latest.
They've been at the center of a fight between the community and the city over operating without permits. CBS2's Kristie Keleshian reports.
They've been at the center of a fight between the community and the city over operating without permits.
Frank James pleaded guilty in January to federal terrorism charges.
Wednesday marked one year since the subway mass shooting in Brooklyn.
Police say the suspect pushed a 49-year-old woman to the ground and assaulted her early Saturday morning.
Police say the man sexually assaulted a 49-year-old woman early Saturday morning in Brooklyn.
Research conducted by one of New Jersey's largest credit unions found a trip down the Jersey Shore is going to cost 11% more this year on average.
Police said officers responded to a reported active shooter at the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday.
"A Harlem Wedding" is based on the life of Yolande Du Bois, the daughter of civil rights icon W.E.B Du Bois, who married the man her father picked for her despite openly loving someone else
New York City's second city-run grocery store will be in the Bronx, Mayor Zohran Mamdani and city officials announced Monday.
Police are looking for the man they say strangled a child and knocked two more down at a park in Red Hook, Brooklyn.
A New York judge ruled Monday on whether evidence found in Luigi Mangione's backpack during his arrest can be used during his state trial.
LIRR commuters are taking shuttle buses and subways into New York City as the largest commuter rail system in North America remains shut down.
With the LIRR strike entering its third day, the MTA and union leaders will resume talks at 7:30 a.m. Monday.
Thousands of people showed up bright and early for AIDS Walk New York 2026, the largest HIV and AIDS fundraiser in the U.S., in Central Park on Sunday.
A summertime weather pattern has moved into the New York Area, bringing potentially record-high temperatures.
The weekend is set to be the warmest of the year so far with summer-like weather across the Tri-State Area.
Keep an umbrella nearby as there's a chance for showers across the New York and New Jersey area. But the weather will turn to sunshine and warm temperatures for the weekend.
The weather on Wednesday will be a mix of sunshine and clouds with the potential for a shower in New York City. In the evening, rain becomes more widespread.
An unsettled pattern continues through the entire Mother's Day weekend in the New York City area.
After summer-like warmth, rainy weather and cooler temperatures return to the New York City area mid-week.
Research conducted by one of New Jersey's largest credit unions found a trip down the Jersey Shore is going to cost 11% more this year on average.
The driver of a Jeep was killed when their vehicle struck a tanker truck on I-287, causing both vehicles to go up in flames, New Jersey State Police said.
With just weeks to go before the primary, voters in New Jersey's 7th Congressional District are wondering where their congressman is.
Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks will take place on both the lower East River near the Seaport and the lower Hudson River, in collaboration with Jersey City.
It was down to the wire for one lucky New Jersey lottery winner. A winning $5.9 million Pick-6 lottery ticket was just eight days away from expiring.
LIRR commuters are taking shuttle buses and subways into New York City as the largest commuter rail system in North America remains shut down.
With the LIRR strike entering its third day, the MTA and union leaders will resume talks at 7:30 a.m. Monday.
A summertime weather pattern has moved into the New York Area, bringing potentially record-high temperatures.
While the LIRR work stoppage has caused a mess for people heading to weekend events, the real concern is Monday morning's commute.
On Day 1 of the LIRR strike, riders reported their regular trips to and from New York City turned into marathons.
New York City's second city-run grocery store will be in the Bronx, Mayor Zohran Mamdani and city officials announced Monday.
Alex Bores has a master's degree in computer science, but for some reason tech titans are trying to stop his campaign in New York's 12th Congressional District.
While the LIRR work stoppage has caused a mess for people heading to weekend events, the real concern is Monday morning's commute.
Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.
The work stoppage, the LIRR's first since 1994, went into effect after the MTA and five unions representing 3,500 workers failed to reach a deal on a new four-year contract.
Thousands of people showed up bright and early for AIDS Walk New York 2026, the largest HIV and AIDS fundraiser in the U.S., in Central Park on Sunday.
A New York doctor who contracted and survived Ebola more than a decade ago says he is worried for healthcare workers who are at the center of treating the latest outbreak.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed millions to keep the program open, but the reforms would cut reimbursement rates for private duty nurses.
A New York native is among 16 American passengers who are quarantining in Nebraska after being on the cruise ship that is at the center of the deadly hantavirus outbreak.
American passengers on the MV Hondius cruise ship, which was hit with a deadly outbreak of the hantavirus, are back in the U.S. Three of the at least 10 people confirmed infected in the outbreak have died.
The well-known film critic and journalist Rex Reed has died at 87.
"The Pitt" star Isa Briones is bringing heightened pride and Filipino presence to both stage and screen.
Broadway's "The Book of Mormon" has canceled two weeks of performances following a fire at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
Tyrone Taylor hit a game-tying three-run homer off All-Star closer David Bednar with two outs in the ninth as the Mets rallied to defeat the Yankees in 10.
Luke Weaver escaped a bases-loaded, no-outs jam against his former team as the Mets beat the Yankees Saturday night to even the Subway Series.
Anunoby has the maximum amount of time to rest before Game 1 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino joked that if someone does pay $2 million for a ticket to the World Cup final, "I will personally bring him a hot dog and a Coke."
Cole likely has one more minor league rehab start in his recovery from elbow surgery before he rejoins the New York Yankees starting rotation.
Ahead of the 2026 RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon, some athletes are showing how simply reaching the starting line is a victory.
The Second Avenue Subway project has entered phase two of extending the "Q" line, but Harlem businesses say they're struggling to co-exist with the construction.
City Council members say requirement for transparent roll-down gates is burdensome for small businesses ahead of the July 1 enforcement deadline.
For more than four decades, residents living beside Brooklyn's District 13 Sanitation Garage in Coney Island have been waiting for the facility to move away from their homes.
There's a swim club in Harlem teaching kids a lifesaving skill, and they're turning timid swimmers into competitors.
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.
Union representatives spoke about progress in the negotiations with the MTA to end the LIRR strike Monday afternoon.
Devens, the unofficial king of chaos for "Survivor 50," spoke about how the game went this season.
Dr. Micaela Bayard, a rheumatologist with Mount Sinai-Queens, spoke with Chris Wragge about what makes Lupus so hard to diagnose, and what people should look out for.
MTA negotiators spoke to the press Monday afternoon to give an update on their negotiations with striking workers.
Tiffany L. Warren discusses her new novel "A Harlem Wedding," based on the life of Yolande Du Bois, daughter of civil rights icon W.E.B Dubois, who married the man her father picked for her despite openly loving someone else.
