Amtrak making progress in East River Tunnel rehabilitation
CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook took a tour of the tunnels that are getting a serious makeover after sustaining extensive damage during Superstorm Sandy.
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CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook took a tour of the tunnels that are getting a serious makeover after sustaining extensive damage during Superstorm Sandy.
President Trump says he wants to move toward getting rid of FEMA, and get states to take on responsibilities.
Mr. Trump says he wants to move toward getting rid of the agency and get states to take on responsibilities. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
New York City officials say they'll soon be able to deploy flip-up flood gates that are being placed underneath the FDR Drive to protect Manhattan from extreme floodwaters.
Tom Foley, the commissioner of the city's Department of Design and Construction, said the 90 barriers will be activated days before a storm. CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
CBS News New York meteorologist Vanessa Murdock has an update on a big project for the south shore of the borough.
The Battery Coastal Resilience Project hopes to reduce the impact of storms like Hurricane Sandy and protect the park from rising sea levels.
One homeowner said he had to have his lift serviced five times in the past three years.
When a wildfire tore through Lahina, Hawaii earlier this year, no alerts warned the public. In our area, there were questions about how soon alerts went out during Sandy and Ida. Correspondent Stephen Stock investigates.
Sunday marks 11 years since Superstorm Sandy devastated our area.
Sunday marks 11 years since Superstorm Sandy devastated our area. Friday, people in Far Rockaway held a rally saying the peninsula still floods every time there's heavy rainfall. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3FA8N5Z
The Army Corps of Engineers is working to build a more resilient Jersey Shore.
It's a major step forward in medical care for some people living on Long Island. CBS2's Jennifer McLogan has the story.
Funding was provided through the Disaster Relief Appropriations Act, which was secured after Superstorm Sandy.
Union Beach neighbors say after more than a decade since Superstorm Sandy, it's about time. CBS2's Christine Sloan reports.
U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez, Rep. Frank Pallone and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers were all on hand.
Amtrak plans to close portions of the tunnel to make repairs needed after Superstorm Sandy. CBS2s Elijah Westbrook reports.
It's been over 10 years since Superstorm Sandy devastated parts of our area.
The Waterfront Museum is located on a historic floating barge that also happens to be this captain's home.
We just marked the 10th anniversary of Superstorm Sandy. The storm didn't just damage thousands of homes and businesses but affected New York's thriving historic maritime community. CBS2's Hannah Kliger shows us how one captain weathered the storm to preserve a century of history.
Occupy Sandy was born out of Occupy Wall Street to help with hurricane relief.
Superstorm Sandy devastated the Tri-State Area, taking 44 lives in New York City alone and causing $19 billion in damage, but it also forced some people to come together and help others. One of the groups formed from the disaster is now known as Occupy Sandy. CBS2's Steve Overmyer reports.
The storm killed 48 people in New York, 12 in New Jersey and five in Connecticut.
Multiple vigils were held in New York throughout the day Saturday as thousands commemorated the 10th anniversary of Superstorm Sandy. CBS2's Hannah Kliger has their stories of resilience.
Saturday marks 10 years since Superstorm Sandy roared ashore and devastated the Tri-State Area. CBS2's Tim McNicholas reports on how people across the area are reflecting on lessons learned.
Christian Scott threw 5 2/3 scoreless innings, Jared Young and Luis Torrens hit home runs and the New York Mets beat the San Diego Padres 5-0 on Friday.
Strong to severe storms in the New York City area could bring damaging winds, hail and brief downpours to the region on Saturday.
The NYPD said some of the rowdiest fans started climbing on light poles, food carts and subway entrances after the Knicks took a 2-0 NBA Finals lead against the Spurs.
The red-hot Knicks are going home, two wins away from an NBA championship that the capital of the world has been waiting to see for generations.
Willson Conteras homered and drove in three runs on Friday night to lead the Red Sox to a 5-3 victory over the Yankees.
Strong to severe storms in the New York City area could bring damaging winds, hail and brief downpours to the region on Saturday.
The NYPD said some of the rowdiest fans started climbing on light poles, food carts and subway entrances after the Knicks took a 2-0 NBA Finals lead against the Spurs.
The red-hot Knicks are going home, two wins away from an NBA championship that the capital of the world has been waiting to see for generations.
Harlem's historic Cotton Club recently announced it was up for sale. The news comes as jazz clubs across the borough disappear.
Federal funding cuts could force some New Yorkers who rely on housing assistance out of their homes.
Strong to severe storms in the New York City area could bring damaging winds, hail and brief downpours to the region on Saturday.
It's unseasonably warm in New York City on Wednesday as humidity adds to the summer-like weather. There's also a slight chance for showers in parts of the Tri-State Area.
It's back to feeling like spring, and even summer on some days, as warm weather and sunshine return to the New York area.
A final round of showers is moving through the New York area in the morning before the rest of the week turns much drier and warmer.
The New York area is off to a soggy start to the unofficial kickoff of summer with rainy weather this Memorial Day Weekend.
Strong to severe storms in the New York City area could bring damaging winds, hail and brief downpours to the region on Saturday.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A child died and five people, including a firefighter and police officer, were hurt after flames broke out at a home in Perth Amboy, New Jersey.
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka said Thursday he is scaling back police at Delaney Hall. The announcement followed the arrests of two protesters on Wednesday night.
The National Transportation Safety Board released its preliminary report on a United Airlines plane that struck a light pole on the New Jersey Turnpike in May.
Strong to severe storms in the New York City area could bring damaging winds, hail and brief downpours to the region on Saturday.
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, who is from Long Island, returned to his home turf Friday to spread the word on what is right with the agency.
A Long Island jury found Steven Schwally guilty of 2nd degree murder for ramming his car into a Deer Park nail salon while drunk.
John Gotti's grandson Carmine Gotti Agnello was arrested Wednesday for allegedly assaulting a woman, Nassau County Police said.
If you ride an e-bike or e-scooter in the Long Island city of Long Beach, don't take it on the boardwalk or you could face a hefty fine.
As President Trump prepares to watch the New York Knicks take on the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden, officials are planning for a heightened security posture, sources said.
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, who is from Long Island, returned to his home turf Friday to spread the word on what is right with the agency.
In a CBS News interview, White House border czar Tom Homan defended conditions at the Delaney Hall ICE detention center, amid intense protests over the New Jersey facility. "
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka said Thursday he is scaling back police at Delaney Hall. The announcement followed the arrests of two protesters on Wednesday night.
President Trump, a native New Yorker and self-described Knicks fan, said he was invited to attend a Knicks playoff game by the team's owner James Dolan, who has donated to his political campaigns.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is urging people to donate blood ahead of the summer months.
There's no vaccine for the Bourbon virus, nor medicine to treat it, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Marie Francillion was diagnosed with lung cancer after she was feeling heartburn and shoulder pain. She said she's able to remain hopeful and spend more time with her family because of a different type of treatment.
New York City's Department of Health is evaluating an East Village apartment complex after two residents were diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease over the course of a year.
Madonna performed a surprise concert in Times Square weeks before the release of her "Confessions II" album.
Knicks superfan Spike Lee stopped by CBS Mornings to give his thoughts as the Knicks get set to play in the NBA Finals, and he offered his prediction, too.
The 25th edition of the film and media festival opens on Wednesday, showcasing more than 100 world premiere documentaries and narrative features, as well as short films, live music, podcasts and conversations with leading entertainment figures.
Peabo Bryson, a two-time Grammy-winning singer and songwriter known for Disney movie hits "Beauty and the Beast" and "A Whole New World," has died at age 75.
Not many people know Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe's splash to stardom began at a Long Island beach.
Christian Scott threw 5 2/3 scoreless innings, Jared Young and Luis Torrens hit home runs and the New York Mets beat the San Diego Padres 5-0 on Friday.
The red-hot Knicks are going home, two wins away from an NBA championship that the capital of the world has been waiting to see for generations.
Willson Conteras homered and drove in three runs on Friday night to lead the Red Sox to a 5-3 victory over the Yankees.
As President Trump prepares to watch the New York Knicks take on the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden, officials are planning for a heightened security posture, sources said.
Socceria in Greenpoint brings together World Cup fans to enjoy Mexican food from acclaimed restaurant owners, chefs and investors.
Harlem's historic Cotton Club recently announced it was up for sale. The news comes as jazz clubs across the borough disappear.
Jasir Gipson was shot by a stray bullet at 5 years old while walking with his mother. More than a decade later, he's graduating from high school with nothing but a smile.
Garbage piling up near freight train tracks is frustrating many Maspeth residents.
Residents and elected officials are urging the MTA to reopen the Long Island Rail Road's former Elmhurst station, arguing that the neighborhood has outgrown its current transit options.
Before there was a Brooklyn, there was a flagpole, and since the earliest days of our country, it stood as a symbol of freedom and self-determination.
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.
Police said the fatal shooting happened overnight on Somers Street in Brooklyn.
Foreign policy remains a major focus for the Trump administration amid concerns about the stability of a fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire. CBS News' Wendy Gillette reports.
The NYPD said a 34-year-old man driving a mobile equipment vehicle fatally struck a woman crossing Intervale Ave. in the Bronx.
Protesters once again took to the streets outside the ICE detention center in Newark, New Jersey.
New York City is buzzing with Knicks fever after a nail-biting Game 2 against the San Antonio Spurs. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
