FDNY: Discard of smoking materials started Bronx fire
FDNY investigators say a fire that killed a 72-year-old woman in the Bronx on Tuesday was started by carelessly discarded smoking materials.
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FDNY investigators say a fire that killed a 72-year-old woman in the Bronx on Tuesday was started by carelessly discarded smoking materials.
Mayor Eric Adams made stunning charges Wednesday that gun violence continues unabated because the bad guys think they won't be prosecuted. CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer has the story.
CBS2 has received new video that shows the deadly confrontation between a police officer and a suspect in the Bronx.
As police search for the suspects who gunned down a Bronx teenager, CBS2's Thalia Perez learned more about the young life taken too soon.
An NYPD officer is home and recovering from a gunshot wound after a shootout in the Bronx on Tuesday night, The man police say fired as officers has died; CBS2's Astrid Martinez reports.
They say the attack took place May 9 at around 10 p.m.
Police say a group of five suspects followed the victim out of deli and ambushed him. CBS2's Thalia Perez reports.
The officer was wounded chasing a suspect, who Mayor Eric Adams says shouldn't have even been on the street. CBS2's John Dias has the latest.
The NYPD released surveillance video of a man they say raped a woman at knifepoint in the Bronx on May 9, 2022.
Officers were called to the scene around 8 p.m. near West 170th Street and Ogden Avenue.
Police said the suspects got onboard a BX18 bus and threw liquid in the driver's face before kicking and beating her.
Police say they're searching for a man and woman seen on video attacking the female driver.
Police say the teen was shot in the chest and did not survive his injuries.
Police say the officer was shot in the arm late Tuesday night in the Bronx. The suspect was also shot and died of his injuries. CBS2's John Dias has the latest.
An NYPD officer was shot in the arm in the Bronx on Tuesday night.
An NYPD was shot in the Bronx on Tuesday night.
A police officer was shot in the Bronx on Tuesday night.
The blaze grew to at least four alarms in the Fordham Heights neighborhood on Tuesday morning.
A family is in mourning after an early morning fire took the life of a grandmother in the Bronx on Tuesday. As CBS2's Leah Mishkin reports, the woman's grandson tried to save her.
Authorities say Bulbon, who has Alzheimer's disease, was last seen Saturday outside her home on Tinton Avenue in Morrisania.
Police say the woman has Alzheimer's disease and was last seen Saturday in Morrisania.
At least one person was killed and others are injured following a fire in Tremont. CBS2's Leah Mishkin is live on the scene.
Officials said 11 people were hurt, including a firefighter. Six were taken to hospitals, and the others were treated at the scene.
Officials say a firefighter and 10 other people were injured.
Transportation safety advocates say traffic-related fatalities have been rising in New York City over the last four years.
Gerrit Cole pitched six sharp innings, and the New York Yankees completed a three-game sweep in Baltimore with a 6-1 victory over the Orioles.
The DSNY reported an increase in needle stick injuries for New York City sanitation workers.
Damage from a possible tornado and Thursday's storms has prompted a state of emergency in Nassau County, officials say.
Disturbing attacks by two dogs were caught on camera in the Dix Hills neighborhood on Long Island.
The New York City Council is considering a new bill to address the city's backlog of emergency calls as some say the situation has reached critical mass.
The DSNY reported an increase in needle stick injuries for New York City sanitation workers.
Damage from a possible tornado and Thursday's storms has prompted a state of emergency in Nassau County, officials say.
Disturbing attacks by two dogs were caught on camera in the Dix Hills neighborhood on Long Island.
The New York City Council is considering a new bill to address the city's backlog of emergency calls as some say the situation has reached critical mass.
This year, Westchester's Annual 9/11 Day of Service will expand to four days, taking place from Sept. 8-11.
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.
We're in great shape on this Friday as we gear up for another weekend.
The potential for severe storms and downpours returns to the Tri-State Area Monday as sweltering temperatures continue.
Monday will be a First Alert Weather Day due to the possibility of afternoon and evening thunderstorms and high heat indices near 100 degrees.
Bayonne is still riding the high from Wednesday night's Little League World Series game, where the boys beat Massachusetts 2-1.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is advancing to the next round of the Little League World Series.
Researchers say an alarming study on cognitive decline is specific to the African American community in Newark, New Jersey.
A former New Jersey correctional police officer pleaded guilty to smuggling contraband into Northern State Prison, Attorney General Jennifer Davenport announced Wednesday.
As we approach the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks, there is an ongoing fight to repair Jersey City's memorial for the victims.
Dozens of cabanas at a popular Long Island beach club were damaged or destroyed Thursday by a possible tornado, officials say. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
Inwood Fire Chief Josiyah Green provided an update Thursday evening on possible tornado damage in Nassau County.
Damage from a possible tornado and Thursday's storms has prompted a state of emergency in Nassau County, officials say.
Disturbing attacks by two dogs were caught on camera in the Dix Hills neighborhood on Long Island.
Disturbing attacks by two dogs were caught on camera in the Dix Hills neighborhood on Long Island. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff spoke with the victims and the dogs' owners.
A New York woman is accused of plotting "a major attack" on the state Capitol building in Albany, authorities said Thursday.
The Democratic National Committee is on the hunt for the best host city for the 2028 Democratic convention.
As we approach the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks, there is an ongoing fight to repair Jersey City's memorial for the victims.
President Trump said Tuesday that the U.S. and Canada have reached a last-minute agreement to pause the 50% tariffs.
The New York City Council held an hours-long hearing Tuesday afternoon on the controversial new pied-à-terre tax rollout.
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.
Two more deaths have been reported in connection to the Legionnaires' disease cluster on the Upper East Side, health officials said Friday.
Jones Beach is back open for swimmers after it was prohibited due to elevated bacterial levels. The rare shutdown took place from Thursday afternoon through midday Friday.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Brian Hickerson and his brother, Zach, made the 911 call that brought first responders to the apartment where Hayden Panettiere was found unresponsive.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
The lineup for the 2026 Global Citizen Festival in New York City was announced Thursday.
Latin music stars Marc Anthony, Feid, and others are set to perform at a benefit concert in Miami on August 16.
Gerrit Cole pitched six sharp innings, and the New York Yankees completed a three-game sweep in Baltimore with a 6-1 victory over the Orioles.
Bayonne is still riding the high from Wednesday night's Little League World Series game, where the boys beat Massachusetts 2-1.
MLS-leading Nashville SC pulled out a 1-0 victory over the New York Red Bulls on Wednesday night.
FC Cincinnati beat New York City FC 2-1 on Wednesday.
Pete Alonso's drive down the left-field line in the seventh inning was ruled foul, and the New York Yankees took advantage of that reprieve, scoring twice in the top of the eighth to beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-3 on Wednesday 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.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for August 20 at 11 p.m.
A potential ISIS-inspired terrorist attack in Albany was foiled by the FBI. Now, a woman is under arrest. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
Flash flooding turned roads into rivers in Queens and flooded some businesses Thursday. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Dozens of cabanas at a popular Long Island beach club were damaged or destroyed Thursday by a possible tornado, officials say. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
A storm triggered tornado warnings and flooding across the Tri-State Area on Thursday. CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn, Adi Guajardo and Lisa Rozner report.
