Union Square Holiday Market opens for 2023 season
Union Square's annual Holiday Market opened Thursday with more than 150 vendors eager to sell the best gifts and treats. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3G4VcUI
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Union Square Holiday Market opens for 2023 season
The Holiday Market is closed on Thanksgiving. Otherwise, it's open every day through Christmas Eve.
Exclusive look as NYPD evaluates their Union Square response
CBS New York cameras were in the room as NYPD top brass evaluated their own department's response to the chaos.
An exclusive look as the NYPD evaluates their Union Square response
Nearly two weeks after thousands of people rioted in Union Square, only CBS New York's cameras were at a closed-door meeting as the NYPD assessed how they handled the situation. CBS New York's Ali Bauman reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3OFOLLt
NYPD releases more images of people wanted for Union Square chaos
Police say they are looking for the 16 people who jumped up and down on an empty BMW.
NYPD seeks more people from Union Square chaos
Police released more pictures of suspects accused of damaging a car at Union Square.
Kai Cenat speaks out about Union Square giveaway chaos
Cenat got on his Twitch overnight and spoke to his fans about last week's incident. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has a look at what he had to say.
NYPD: 2 men wanted in anti-LGBTQ assault near Union Square Park
Police said two men were sitting on a bench when the suspects allegedly made anti-LGBTQ remarks, then punched and shoved them.
NYPD investigating anti-LGBTQ assault near Union Square
Police released photos of the two people they're searching for in the June attack.
Kai Cenat breaks silence about Union Square giveaway chaos
The streamer told his fans he didn't mean to cause the commotion and he wants them to behave better.
Kai Cenat breaks silence about Union Square giveaway chaos
Cenat got on his Twitch overnight and spoke to his fans about last week's incident that caused mayhem in Manhattan. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has more on what he had to say.
Police seek individuals wanted for vandalism in Union Square
Security camera images shows individuals accused in vandalism incidents during the crowd surge on Friday.
Police release images of individuals accused of vandalism in Union Square
Police have released photos of people they're looking for in connection with last week's chaos in Union Square. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3qwrC62
Officials: Union Square damage could cost up to $200,000 to fix
Work resumed Monday after up to 6,000 people stormed the area Friday during a social media influencer giveaway.
Union Square damage could be well over $100,000, officials say
Thousands of teens showed up for a giveaway by Kai Cenat, but they ended up ripping down construction barriers, using fire extinguishers to spray the crowd and climbing onto the roof of the subway entrance. CBS New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
PR company that represents Kai Cenat apologizes for Union Square chaos
Cenat did not have a permit with the city before putting out word on social media about Friday's giveaway.
PR company representing Kai Cenat apologizes for Union Square chaos
Cenat did not have a permit with the city before putting out word on social media about Friday's giveaway. Thousands of young people swarmed Union Square, damaging property and injuring officers. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Cleanup continues in Union Square after Kai Cenat giveaway
Crews cleaned the subway structure and power-washed paint off the sidewalk -- some of the damage left from Friday.
Union Square cleanup continues after chaotic Kai Cenat giveaway
Crews were back in Union Square on Saturday, cleaning up the mess left behind from a crowd that turned chaotic. Kai Cenat, the influencer who police say was at the center of it all, has been charged with inciting a riot. CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3qnP4T5
Influencer Kai Cenat facing charges for Union Square giveaway chaos
Police are questioning influencer Kai Cenat after chaos erupted at his giveaway in Union Square on Friday, and charges are expected soon. His viral social media posts are being blamed for the mayhem. CBS New York's Kristie Keleshian reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/44US8Fm
Who is Kai Cenat?
Cenat has 6.5 million followers on Twitch and 3.6 million subscribers on YouTube.
NYPD highlights response to Union Square chaos
The NYPD highlighted how officers responded to the chaos in Union Square on Friday. As CBS New York's Ali Bauman reported, a new tactic was implemented for crowd control. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/43QGNEY
Thousands mob Union Square for Kai Cenat giveaway
Cleanup is underway after a mob of thousands of young people got out of control in Union Square on Friday. Sixty-five people were arrested, including 30 juveniles. CBS New York's Alice Gainer reports on the chaos. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/451lzFW
Livestreamer Kai Cenat facing charges after Union Square chaos
Police say Cenat is facing multiple charges after the chaotic scene unfolded in Union Square Park.
NYPD: Officers "crushed" during chaotic Union Square giveaway
NYPD Chief of Department Jeffrey Maddrey said people were throwing objects, including paint cans and fireworks.
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NYPD: Man wanted for attacking 69-year-old boarding bus in Bronx
According to police, the man approached the victim from behind, knocked him to the ground and struck him in the head multiple times.
Woman found dead in trash compactor at luxury apartment building
Police responded to the building at 540 West 28th Street in Chelsea at around 2:30 p.m. on Friday.
Renewed concerns for civilians as Israel intensifies southern Gaza assault
Israel is pounding targets in the southern Gaza Strip, intensifying a renewed offensive after a weeklong truce with Hamas and giving rise to renewed concerns about civilian casualties.
Knicks beat Raptors to win 3rd straight
New York improved to 10-0 against teams with losing records.
Sharks beat Devils for 1st road win
New Jersey had its three-game winning streak snapped.
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NYPD: Man wanted for attacking 69-year-old boarding bus in Bronx
According to police, the man approached the victim from behind, knocked him to the ground and struck him in the head multiple times.
Woman found dead in trash compactor at luxury apartment building
Police responded to the building at 540 West 28th Street in Chelsea at around 2:30 p.m. on Friday.
George Santos has been expelled from Congress. What happens next?
The House has voted to expel Santos. That triggers a special election to replace him in New York's 3rd Congressional District.
Coats, hot meals handed out to asylum seekers in NYC
On a cold, rainy December night, desperation for warmth and shelter could be seen in the East Village.
Man killed in shooting at Brooklyn laundromat
It happened around 6 p.m. Friday inside a laundromat on Clarendon Road and Schenectady Avenue in East Flatbush.
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First Alert Weather: Rain showers expected for evening commute
Still a little cold this morning, then some rain showers with highs around 50.
First Alert Weather: Temperatures back to normal
It's shaping up to be a milder day, with highs in the upper 40s to near 50.
First Alert Weather: Coldest morning so far this season
It's the coldest morning since last February, with widespread wind chills in the teens and low 20s.
Beloved Scarsdale, N.Y. attorneys killed in Connecticut car crash
At a New Jersey funeral on Tuesday, family and friends remembered Toby and Brooke Cohen.
First Alert Weather: CBS2's 11/29 Wednesday morning forecast
For Wednesday, the cold will remain in place, but less wind will make it feel slightly better.
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Elderly woman missing, son injured after house fire in Woodbridge, N.J.
A neighbor called the woman, believed to be in her 80s, and her son fixtures of the neighborhood.
Striking nurses reach tentative agreement with NJ hospital
The nurses went on strike on Aug. 4, fighting for better staffing, sick time and insurance benefits.
NJ TRANSIT Santa Train helps 350 kids ring in the holidays
Santa traded his sleigh for a classic train to deliver presents to hundreds of kids from New Jersey.
First Alert Weather: Rain showers expected for evening commute
Still a little cold this morning, then some rain showers with highs around 50.
Congestion pricing details revealed in draft obtained by CBS New York
The report is just a draft and still has to be approved by the MTA board. It will be open for public comment.
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L.I. parties begin search for George Santos' replacement
Party leaders said they will announce their candidates in the special election to fill Santos' seat next week.
Rep. Santos speaks with CBS New York ahead of expulsion vote
"Me resigning is me folding, is me giving in to the desire of a select few," Santos told CBS New York.
Freeport school partnering to support food insecure students
Approximately 60,000 children in Long Island schools don't get enough to eat.
Preview of our documentary "The 5:33 - Legacy of the LIRR Massacre"
CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff was one of the reporters there that night, 30 years ago at the Merillon Avenue train station in Garden City. The suburban community was shattered by what was then unthinkable.
DNA of Rex Heuermann's estranged wife found on victims' remains
A cheek swab from Heuermann's estranged wife matched DNA material found on the remains of some victims, according to authorities.
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George Santos has been expelled from Congress. What happens next?
The House has voted to expel Santos. That triggers a special election to replace him in New York's 3rd Congressional District.
L.I. parties begin search for George Santos' replacement
Party leaders said they will announce their candidates in the special election to fill Santos' seat next week.
Pablo Guzmán a key figure in founding of Young Lords Party
Before Pablo Guzmán broke stories and won Emmys, he was a key figure in the founding of a Latino-led radical movement that had a brief lifespan, but lasting legacy.
Judge rejects Trump's motion to dismiss 2020 election interference case
Judge Tanya Chutkan ruled that former President Donald Trump cannot be shielded from criminal prosecution after leaving office for alleged conduct during his time in office.
Who voted to expel George Santos? Here's how each House member voted
The vote count on the expulsion resolution for George Santos was 311 to 114, with 105 Republicans joining 206 Democrats in voting to oust him.
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World AIDS Day events raise awareness across New York City
Friday marked the 35th annual World AIDS Day, when people gather to remember those who have died of and been impacted by HIV/AIDS.
Over $5M awarded to school-based mental health clinics across NY
This is all part of the governor's $1 billion plan to transform that state's mental health care system.
Protein bars recalled after hairnet and shrink wrap found in products
Recalled Burn Boot Camp snacks were sold at locations run by gym franchises throughout the U.S.
How to avoid holiday loneliness: Coping strategies, resources
There's evidence being lonely can literately shorten your life, and these feeling can be experienced at any age.
NYC parents worried about respiratory illnesses impacting children in China
Hospitals in China are swamped with kids diagnosed with pneumonia and other respiratory infections.
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Shane MacGowan, longtime frontman of The Pogues, dies at 65
Singer-songwriter Shane MacGowan, the longtime front-man of The Pogues, died at the age of 65 surrounded by loved ones in Ireland, his family said.
Taylor Swift was Spotify's most-streamed artist in 2023
Taylor Swift was the most-streamed artist globally in 2023, according to Spotify Wrapped. Here's how you can find who you spent the most time with this year.
Wu-Tang Clan members open up about the group 30 years after debut album
Wu-Tang Clan members RZA and Young Dirty Bastard sat down with "CBS Mornings" co-host Nate Burleson to talk about 50 years of hip-hop and the group's legacy.
"Late Show" episodes canceled as Stephen Colbert recovers from surgery
Late night host Stephen Colbert is recovering from surgery for a ruptured appendix, he said on Monday.
Rock band KISS celebrated in New York as they play their farewell shows
A legendary rock band is giving a goodbye kiss to their hometown.
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Knicks beat Raptors to win 3rd straight
New York improved to 10-0 against teams with losing records.
Sharks beat Devils for 1st road win
New Jersey had its three-game winning streak snapped.
NBA player invites high school coach to live with him after coach's wife died
Knicks center Mitchell Robinson invited his high school coach to move in with him in New York after his coach's wife of 31 years died. His former coach took him up on his offer.
Knicks send Pistons to franchise-record 16th straight loss
New York improved to 9-0 against teams who currently have losing records.
Islanders outlast Hurricanes in OT
Semyon Varlamov stopped 39 shots to help the Islanders win for the fourth time in six games.
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HPD installs new boiler for Harlem apartments after CBS New York report
A crew arrived with a new boiler Friday after a group of Harlem neighbors spent a month without hot water or heat.
Exclusive: New 7-acre educational campus coming to Floyd Bennett Field
The school and some facilities will be open by 2026, the rest of the campus by 2028.
Hamas hostages survived on "a piece of bread," cousin says
CBS New York spoke with an Israeli woman visiting New York City to tell her family's story of captivity in Gaza.
Freeport school partnering to support food insecure students
Approximately 60,000 children in Long Island schools don't get enough to eat.
Queens residents want trash-ridden railroad tracks cleaned up
One resident reported the problem in April to the train operator, New York & Atlantic Railway, but hasn't seen action.
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50th Annual Village Halloween Parade
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
Flooding leaves parts of New York City underwater
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Photos: Crowd turns chaotic during Union Square giveaway
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
Photos: Crane catches fire, partially collapses in NYC
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
Tony Bennett, N.Y. native and music legend, through the years
The Grammy Award winning singer who graced the stage for generations died at the age of 96.
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CBS New York's Doug Williams reflects on reporting from Israel
Doug Williams spent two weeks in Israel covering the war with Hamas for CBS New York.
NYPD: Man wanted for attacking 69-year-old boarding bus in Bronx
Police said it happened on a Bx13 bus at the corner of West 166th Street and Ogden Avenue in the Highbridge section on Nov. 26.
First Alert Weather: Saturday morning update - 12/2/23
Craig Allen has the Tri-State Area's latest First Alert Forecast on CBS2 News This Morning.
Israeli airstrikes continue in Gaza as fighting renews
After a week-long cease-fire, Israel's prime minister said negotiations for continuing the truce with Hamas are at a dead end. CBS New York's Bradley Blackburn reports.
Woman found dead in basement of luxury Manhattan building
NYPD did not immediately say if they suspected criminality after the body was found in the basement of a luxury apartment building in Chelsea. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
