Couple killed in Washington Heights fire
Luciano Taveras, 74, and his 77-year-old wife Maria were killed and dozens of people are now displaced after their apartment building caught fire in Washington Heights. CBS New York's John Dias reports.
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Luciano Taveras, 74, and his 77-year-old wife Maria were killed and dozens of people are now displaced after their apartment building caught fire in Washington Heights. CBS New York's John Dias reports.
A fire inside a Washington Heights apartment building claimed the lives of two people and left dozens more without a home. CBS New York's John Dias reports.
A fire broke out overnight at an apartment in Washington Heights, killing at least two people. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge is live on the scene with the latest.
As CBS New York's Kristie Keleshian reports, they believe his death could have been prevented.
Three subway riders were slashed in the face at a Queens subway station Saturday. Meanwhile, police have made an arrest in a deadly subway stabbing in Washington Heights.
A man was stabbed to death at a subway station in Washington Heights on Friday. Police are searching for the attacker. CBS New York's Dick Brennan reports.
A man was fatally stabbed in a Washington Heights subway station Friday evening.
A City Councilmember is proposing residential parking permits to help Washington Heights residents find a parking spot in their own neighborhood.
A New York City Councilmember is proposing residential parking permits to help Washington Heights residents find a parking spot in their own neighborhood. CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell reports.
People who live at two buildings maintained by New York City's alleged "worst" landlord say they should now own their apartments in order to make repairs after he went to jail.
People who live at two buildings maintained by New York City's alleged "worst" landlord say they should now own their apartments in order to make repairs after he went to jail. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
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Two New York City councilmembers are proposing residential parking permit programs in areas that could be impacted by congestion pricing.
Two toddlers were hospitalized in critical condition after the fire broke out late Wednesday night.
The man considered the worst landlord in New York City turned himself in to authorities Thursday to begin a two-month sentence at Rikers Island. He's accused of neglect and endangerment.
A 1- and 2-year-old are in critical condition after suffering smoke inhalation, and two 9-year-olds are stable.
Police are investigating whether a parent was at home at the time, but so far no one is in custody and no charges are pending. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
A 1- and 2-year-old are in critical condition after suffering smoke inhalation, and two 9-year-olds are stable. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
A 1 and 2-year-old are in critical condition after suffering smoke inhalation, and two 9-year-olds are in stable. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has a live update from the scene.
The Washington Heights nonprofit is one of the organizations selected to receive $1 million from MacKenzie Scott.
An organization in Washington Heights is one of more than 300 to receive $1 million or more from billionaire Mackenzie Scott. The Amazon co-founder made another round of game-changing donations to nonprofits around the country. CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell explains how the Community League of the Heights wants to spend the money.
Officials say lithium-ion batteries were found inside the building, but the cause remains under investigation.
A group of minority developers is leading a $166 million project to renovate three NYCHA buildings in Washington Heights.
A group of minority developers is leading a $166 million project to renovate three NYCHA buildings in Washington Heights. CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell reports.
With the LIRR strike entering its third day, the MTA and union leaders will resume talks at 7:30 a.m. Monday.
Thousands of people showed up bright and early for AIDS Walk New York 2026, the largest HIV and AIDS fundraiser in the U.S., in Central Park on Sunday.
A summertime weather pattern has moved into the New York Area, bringing potentially record-high temperatures.
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The driver of a Jeep was killed when their vehicle struck a tanker truck on I-287, causing both vehicles to go up in flames, New Jersey State Police said.
With the LIRR strike entering its third day, the MTA and union leaders will resume talks at 7:30 a.m. Monday.
Thousands of people showed up bright and early for AIDS Walk New York 2026, the largest HIV and AIDS fundraiser in the U.S., in Central Park on Sunday.
A summertime weather pattern has moved into the New York Area, bringing potentially record-high temperatures.
Alex Bores has a master's degree in computer science, but for some reason tech titans are trying to stop his campaign in New York's 12th Congressional District.
While the LIRR work stoppage has caused a mess for people heading to weekend events, the real concern is Monday morning's commute.
The weekend is set to be the warmest of the year so far with summer-like weather across the Tri-State Area.
Keep an umbrella nearby as there's a chance for showers across the New York and New Jersey area. But the weather will turn to sunshine and warm temperatures for the weekend.
The weather on Wednesday will be a mix of sunshine and clouds with the potential for a shower in New York City. In the evening, rain becomes more widespread.
An unsettled pattern continues through the entire Mother's Day weekend in the New York City area.
After summer-like warmth, rainy weather and cooler temperatures return to the New York City area mid-week.
The driver of a Jeep was killed when their vehicle struck a tanker truck on I-287, causing both vehicles to go up in flames, New Jersey State Police said.
With just weeks to go before the primary, voters in New Jersey's 7th Congressional District are wondering where their congressman is.
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The weekend is set to be the warmest of the year so far with summer-like weather across the Tri-State Area.
With the LIRR strike entering its third day, the MTA and union leaders will resume talks at 7:30 a.m. Monday.
A summertime weather pattern has moved into the New York Area, bringing potentially record-high temperatures.
While the LIRR work stoppage has caused a mess for people heading to weekend events, the real concern is Monday morning's commute.
On Day 1 of the LIRR strike, riders reported their regular trips to and from New York City turned into marathons.
The work stoppage, the LIRR's first since 1994, went into effect after the MTA and five unions representing 3,500 workers failed to reach a deal on a new four-year contract.
Alex Bores has a master's degree in computer science, but for some reason tech titans are trying to stop his campaign in New York's 12th Congressional District.
While the LIRR work stoppage has caused a mess for people heading to weekend events, the real concern is Monday morning's commute.
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The work stoppage, the LIRR's first since 1994, went into effect after the MTA and five unions representing 3,500 workers failed to reach a deal on a new four-year contract.
With just weeks to go before the primary, voters in New Jersey's 7th Congressional District are wondering where their congressman is.
Thousands of people showed up bright and early for AIDS Walk New York 2026, the largest HIV and AIDS fundraiser in the U.S., in Central Park on Sunday.
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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed millions to keep the program open, but the reforms would cut reimbursement rates for private duty nurses.
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City Council members say requirement for transparent roll-down gates is burdensome for small businesses ahead of the July 1 enforcement deadline.
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The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
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