NY Rep. Yvette Clarke on Congressman Charlie Rangel's legacy
Clarke is chairwoman of the Congressional Black Caucus, which Rangel was a founding member of.
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Clarke is chairwoman of the Congressional Black Caucus, which Rangel was a founding member of.
The so-called "big, beautiful bill" barely passed the House last week. CBS News New York's Cristian Benavides has the latest.
New York City-area Republican members of Congress were able to include a huge increase in property tax deductions in the so-called "big, beautiful bill" passed on Thursday.
The budget package addresses President Trump's tax, defense and energy priorities. It now heads to the Senate, where hurdles remain.
Five Republicans on the House Budget Committee blocked the legislation from advancing on Friday.
First lady Melania Trump made a rare public appearance to advocate for the bill's passage earlier this year.
It was one of the most bizarre political scandals, and now, George Santos is set to be sentenced later this month.
Santos is set to be sentenced on April 25, but he is asking the judge for leniency. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
New York Sen. Chuck Schumer said Sunday erasing that rule could kick off even more junk fees.
President Trump posted on social media that he asked Stefanik to remain in Congress to help advance his agenda. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
A hearing was held Tuesday about whether Columbia University should disclose disciplinary records of some students involved in demonstrations.
As CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports, Lowey is being remembered for breaking multiple glass ceilings for women and achieving milestones as a New Yorker and Jewish member of Congress.
In a statement, Lowey's family said she died Saturday at her home in Harrison after battling metastatic breast cancer. Lowey was elected to Congress in 1988 and served until she retired in 2020. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
The criminal case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams took center stage during his testimony about sanctuary cities in Washington, D.C.
Adams will be joined by the mayors of Boston, Chicago and Denver to testify before a House Oversight Committee hearing. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
Some Democratic members of Congress boycotted the speech while most sat quietly through it, but others spoke up and even interrupted Mr. Trump. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas has more on what is going to be done about air traffic control staffing.
The bill's adoption appeared in doubt leading up to the final vote.
Callers have been swamping Capitol Hill in record numbers, voicing concerns over cuts to federal programs and other Trump administration actions.
Nick Lalota and two other New York congressmen are part of a movement to end the SALT cap.
As the federal crackdown on immigration continues, Mayor Eric Adams has been to testify on NYC's sanctuary city status.
House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer is calling on Adams and the mayors of three other cities to testify, claiming they are refusing to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
Disgraced former Rep. George Santos had his February sentencing delayed until April so he can keep making new episodes of his podcast.
The former New York congressman had made the request so that he could have more time to record more podcasts, presumably to make money to pay restitution he owes to the government. CBS News New York's Maurice Dubois reports.
The 119th Congress begins Friday with Republicans in full control of the House and Senate for the first time since 2019. Here's what to know.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani traveled to Washington, D.C. Thursday to meet with President Trump.
One worker was killed, another severely hurt after being trapped in a collapsed construction trench on Thursday morning in Brooklyn.
Staff at Adventure Aquarium in New Jersey are welcoming three little blue penguin chicks who were born during the first week of February.
A Long Island crossing guard is in critical condition after being hit while shoveling snow in Merrick, sources said.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill nominated Jeanne Hengemuhle to serve as acting superintendent of New Jersey's 3,000-member state police force.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani traveled to Washington, D.C. Thursday to meet with President Trump.
The Department of Homeland Security said ICE agents detained Elmina Aghayeva at Columbia University Thursday, saying her student visa was revoked in 2016.
New York's governor says the World Trade Center's final office tower will start construction as soon as this spring and become American Express' new headquarters.
A man was arrested after multiple NYPD officers were hit with snowballs in Washington Square Park Monday. The controversial incident sparked debate.
Nurses at NewYork-Presbyterian are headed back to work as the longest nurses strike in New York City history comes to an end.
Another round of snow is impacting the Tri-State Area Wednesday, just after a major blizzard dumped more than 2 feet of snow in some parts of New York and New Jersey.
Pet owners should be extra cautious with their pets during and after the major winter snowstorm impacting the New York and New Jersey area.
Double-digit snow totals have been reported across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut as a major blizzard begins to wind down.
The storm has started to wrap up in New York City, New Jersey and beyond, with impressive snow totals left in its wake.
A blizzard warning has been issued for New York City and the surrounding area as a major snowstorm develops along the coast.
Staff at Adventure Aquarium in New Jersey are welcoming three little blue penguin chicks who were born during the first week of February.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill nominated Jeanne Hengemuhle to serve as acting superintendent of New Jersey's 3,000-member state police force.
New Jersey is facing a lawsuit over a recent directive limiting immigration operations in state-controlled buildings.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill commended the state's response to the major blizzard, but she said they aren't out of the woods yet.
Another round of snow is impacting the Tri-State Area Wednesday, just after a major blizzard dumped more than 2 feet of snow in some parts of New York and New Jersey.
A Long Island crossing guard is in critical condition after being hit while shoveling snow in Merrick, sources said.
Dozens of people were displaced and three suffered minor injuries after a fire at a West Babylon, Long Island apartment complex.
Long Island grandfather's Seth Bykofsky's #1 fight since January has been to keep his custom license plate, which reads "PB4WEGO."
Another round of snow is impacting the Tri-State Area Wednesday, just after a major blizzard dumped more than 2 feet of snow in some parts of New York and New Jersey.
The Long Island Rail Road, NJ Transit and other commuter rails are running Tuesday but with modified schedules after a major snowstorm hit the Tri-State Area.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani traveled to Washington, D.C. Thursday to meet with President Trump.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill nominated Jeanne Hengemuhle to serve as acting superintendent of New Jersey's 3,000-member state police force.
The Department of Homeland Security said ICE agents detained Elmina Aghayeva at Columbia University Thursday, saying her student visa was revoked in 2016.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said in her opening statement before the House Oversight Committee that she had no knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes.
More than 500,000 New Yorkers live in housing provided by NYCHA. It's the largest public housing authority in the nation, and a landlord consistently deemed one of the worst by the public advocate.
For the first time in 30 years, the Food and Drug Administration has approved a new treatment for an inoperable type of pancreatic cancer.
NYSNA has reached a tentative contract agreement with NewYork-Presbyterian, signaling a potential end to the longest nurses strike in New York City history.
NYSNA ratified contracts with Montefiore and Mount Sinai, clearing the way for nurses to return to work Saturday after walking off one month ago.
The longest and largest nurses strike in New York City history is set to end after over three weeks as NYSNA says it has a tentative agreement.
Mount Sinai Health System and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield failed to reach a contract agreement by Dec. 31, which means about 9,000 physicians are no longer considered in-network.
Harvey Weinstein has hired Luigi Mangione's and Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers to represent him at his third New York rape trial.
Harlem's Lafayette Theatre is believed to be the first major New York City theater to desegregate, just a year after its opening.
Nick Reiner, 32, was charged with two counts of murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
The Buffalo Sabres beat the New Jersey Devils 2-1 on Wednesday night in the NHL's return to action.
CC Sabathia's No. 52 will be retired on Sept. 26 by the New York Yankees.
The Cavaliers pulled away in the second half for a 109-94 victory over the Knicks on Tuesday night.
The Mavericks beat the Nets 123-114 on Tuesday night after both teams arrived in New York earlier in the day.
Karl-Anthony Towns had 28 points and 11 rebounds for his NBA-leading 39th double-double and the Knicks outlasted the sliding Bulls 105-99 on Sunday night.
A Jewish congregation in Brooklyn is fighting to save their historic house of worship.
Harlem's Lafayette Theatre is believed to be the first major New York City theater to desegregate, just a year after its opening.
Multiple rezonings in Queens are paving the way for tens of thousands of new units, but some residents worry about how it could affect their communities.
Residents and skate advocates clash over a proposed Mount Prospect Park skate facility, as city officials promise an updated design this spring.
A Brooklyn community is fighting to turn a forgotten landmark into a heritage center.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
Before Harlem's Apollo Theater was built, there was the Lafayette Theatre, which opened in 1912. It's believed to be the first major New York City theater to desegregate. CBS News New York's Noelle Lilley looks at its history.
A crossing guard was critically injured in Merrick Thursday. A driver has been taken into custody. Watch Bruce Blakeman's news conference.
This week's Furry Friend Finder features 1-year-old Chihuahua mix named Tinker Bell.
Thursday afternoon has temperatures in the 40s with an even nicer Friday and Saturday ahead. But, there could be more snow on the way. CBS News New York Meteorologist John Elliott has the afternoon forecast.
"Our understanding at this time is that the federal agents made misrepresentations to gain entry to the building to search for a 'missing person,'" Claire Shipman wrote in an email to the Columbia community. CBS News New York's Doug Williams reports.
