Chaos Erupts In Times Square After Crowd Mistakes Backfiring Vehicles For Possible Mass Shooter
According to police, at least one motorcycle backfired near Times Square multiple times just before 10 p.m.
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According to police, at least one motorcycle backfired near Times Square multiple times just before 10 p.m.
Emergency responders were called to the Saint Cloud Hotel on West 41th Street and Broadway after 300 gallons of diesel fuel spilled.
Dozens of people stripped naked and got their bodies painted from head to toe in New York's Times Square. It was part of what was billed as a protest against "divisiveness."
Sources tell CBS2 Ashiqul Alam anted to buy guns, ammunition and grenades to use in an attack on Times Square.
Tuesday marks the 10-year anniversary of the Broadway pedestrian plaza in Times Square.
According to the FDNY, first responders were called to 3 Times Square just after 3 p.m.
A Queens woman who shoved another woman to her death at a midtown subway station has been sentenced to 20 years to life.
A vintage plane that went from flying passengers in the 1950s to running drugs in the 1970s came in for a landing in Times Square on Saturday.
Located at the corner of 47th Street and Seventh Avenue, it will be called "TSX Broadway." The plan is to take over the DoubleTree hotel, refurbish the Palace Theater, and then raise it all up
The ecstatic sailor shown kissing a woman in Times Square celebrating the end of World War II died Sunday. George Mendonsa was 95.
James Jackson, 30, fatally stabbed Timothy Caughman, 66, in the back with a sword on March 20, 2017 near Times Square.
James Jackson, 30, fatally stabbed Timothy Caughman, 66, in the back with a sword on March 20, 2017 near Times Square.
A massive crowd braved the cold and wet weather to welcome 2019 in Times Square on Monday night. Once the party was over, the cleanup started almost immediately.
The confetti and ball drop have been tested and security is in place as Times Square counts down to 2019.
New levels of security are being added to Times Square to protect over a million people that police expect to celebrate the New Year's Eve ball drop Monday night.
The event, now in its 12th year, began at noon in Times Square Plaza between 45th and 46th streets.
An estimated 1 million people gather around Times Square each New Year's.
Workers are busy installing the 192 new sparkling triangles made of Waterford crystal that will adorn this year's Times Square New Year's Eve ball.
Smoke and flames billowed from a manhole Friday morning on West 44th Street near 7th Avenue.
Authorities say the man planned to detonate explosive devices in Times Square and the subway system, and shoot people gathered at concerts.
The New Year's Eve ball drop has been a New York City tradition since 1907, withstanding the test of time.
Investigators say the couple scrambled for help after the man - in a scene straight out of a movie - dropped the ring eight feet down a grate near Times Square during his proposal.
The NYPD is asking for your help in reuniting an engagement ring with a couple after a proposal went horribly south in a scene right out of a movie on Friday.
Thousands of people online and in person are making New Years in Times Square personal, writing their wish for the new year down on a piece of confetti.
The NYPD says a group of people approached the victim and attacked him before taking his coat and book bag.
Dozens of cyclosporiasis cases were reported across New York state between May 1 and June 16, the CDC says.
Brooklyn residents say loose boards and protruding nails on the Coney Island boardwalk have caused serious injuries.
Westchester County health officials say people should avoid recreational activities along a stretch of the Hudson River until further notice due to a massive raw sewage discharge.
A beachgoer suffered a shark bite at Jones Beach, officials confirmed, a day after multiple shark sightings at Long Island and New York City beaches.
The weigh-in for Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest happened Friday, where Joey Chestnut, Miki Sudo and other competitive eaters were certified for the event.
Dozens of cyclosporiasis cases were reported across New York state between May 1 and June 16, the CDC says.
Brooklyn residents say loose boards and protruding nails on the Coney Island boardwalk have caused serious injuries.
Westchester County health officials say people should avoid recreational activities along a stretch of the Hudson River until further notice due to a massive raw sewage discharge.
A beachgoer suffered a shark bite at Jones Beach, officials confirmed, a day after multiple shark sightings at Long Island and New York City beaches.
The weigh-in for Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest happened Friday, where Joey Chestnut, Miki Sudo and other competitive eaters were certified for the event.
Friday is another day of sweltering temperatures as the extremely hot weather continues.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100 degrees set on this date in 1966.
The New York, New Jersey area is dealing with extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources try to keep residents cool.
Dangerously hot weather is beginning in the New York City area, with an Extreme Heat Warning about to go into effect.
Monday's severe weather has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the system is leaving the area.
Friday is another day of sweltering temperatures as the extremely hot weather continues.
It was not immediately clear how many Delaney Hall detainees were impacted by the air conditioning issue or whether repairs were complete.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100 degrees set on this date in 1966.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Jersey City Mayor James Solomon is now lowering a proposed tax hike from 20% to 15%, but many residents says it's still a painful pill to swallow.
A beachgoer suffered a shark bite at Jones Beach, officials confirmed, a day after multiple shark sightings at Long Island and New York City beaches.
Friday is another day of sweltering temperatures as the extremely hot weather continues.
From Long Island to the World Cup, Joe Scally is making his hometown proud playing with the U.S. men's national team.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100° set on this date in 1966. That was the last time we hit 100° in Central Park was in 2012. CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn, Doug Williams, Mahsa Saeidi, Dave Carlin and Christine Sloan have team coverage.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100 degrees set on this date in 1966.
Brooklyn residents say loose boards and protruding nails on the Coney Island boardwalk have caused serious injuries.
President Trump hasn't committed to a firm number of people who will receive clemency — he's scheduled to have a meeting on pardons Friday afternoon, sources said.
It was not immediately clear how many Delaney Hall detainees were impacted by the air conditioning issue or whether repairs were complete.
New York City Zohran Mamdani remained unperturbed after taking a viral roasting for telling sweat-soaked New Yorkers in the middle of an expected heat wave to set their thermostats to 78° to protect the power grid.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Dozens of cyclosporiasis cases were reported across New York state between May 1 and June 16, the CDC says.
Westchester County health officials say people should avoid recreational activities along a stretch of the Hudson River until further notice due to a massive raw sewage discharge.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Justice Department from executing subpoenas in a criminal probe that sought transgender care records for patients treated at New York hospitals.
An off-duty EMT jumped into action at the Knicks parade Thursday when a man appeared to be suffering from an overdose.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
The NYPD has announced street closures around Madison Square Garden for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donated to 20 local and national charities ahead of their wedding Friday.
Two elite event designers shared their thoughts on how Taylor Swift's team might transform Madison Square Garden.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
Camilo Doval forced in the go-ahead run with a bases-loaded walk in a four-run 11th inning that gave the Tigers a 6-2 victory over the Yankees on Wednesday.
Sean Keys hit his first career home run, Myles Straw added a pinch-hit shot and the Blue Jays beat the Mets 9-3 in a Canada Day matinee Wednesday.
The Boston Celtics have reportedly signed NBA free agents Mitchell Robinson and Mike Conley Jr.
Riley Greene hit two of Detroit's four homers off Cam Schlittler as the Tigers beat the Yankees 9-3 on Tuesday night and sent New York to its season-worst sixth straight loss.
Brooklyn residents say loose boards and protruding nails on the Coney Island boardwalk have caused serious injuries.
The World Cup is renewing the call for ferry service from West Harlem.
As children cooled off in a splash pad steps from the empty Red Hook Pool, families in the neighborhood said they are once again waiting for answers about when the public pool will open for the summer.
Miss Subways was a citywide contest that highlighted everyday New York women doing amazing things. The competition no longer exists but former titleholders say the message still rings true.
Fans gathered at the Brooklyn Public Library on Thursday for limited-edition card marking 30 years of "Reasonable Doubt."
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.
Dozens of cyclosporiasis cases were reported across New York state between May 1 and June 16, the CDC reports.
An immersive and intimate exhibition takes us through life in New York City under British occupation during the American Revolution. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin takes us to the Museum of New York.
The Suffolk County Executive's Office said more than half a million dollars was spent on the serial killer's defense, but the bill is expected to reach $2 million.
Scott Padgett has the Tri-State Area's updated Friday evening First Alert Forecast on CBS News New York.
The century-old Coney Island boardwalk is iconic, but its rundown conditions are being blamed for causing serious injuries. CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger reports.
