Trump tries to influence Westchester County exec special election
Westchester County held a special election on Tuesday to pick a leader, a decision that was likely to be influenced by President Trump.
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Westchester County held a special election on Tuesday to pick a leader, a decision that was likely to be influenced by President Trump.
Democrat Ken Jenkins is facing off against Republican Christine Sculti in the race to fill out the final year of George Latimer's term. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
More than 3 million homes and businesses in New York City and suburbs could face a double-digit increase in natural gas and electric bills.
CBS News New York's Lori Bordonaro has the story from Westchester County.
An adult and a teenager are facing charges in connection to the death of a 15-year-old boy in New Rochelle, Westchester County.
Bird flu may be the reason behind the sudden death of a dozen Canadian geese at a Westchester park. CBS News New York's Alecia Reid reports town officials are on high alert and warning residents to be careful.
It's been 10 years since the worst accident in the history of the Metro-North Railroad happened in Valhalla, New York.
It's been 10 years since the worst accident in the history of the Metro-North Railroad happened in Valhalla, New York. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
The Westchester County Airport is about to become more environmentally friendly. Two sustainability initiatives were announced Tuesday.
Millions of people around the world paused for a moment Monday to remember the victims of the Nazi genocide. The day marked 80 years since the liberation of the Auschwitz death camp. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
Playland Park may not open this summer because of a contract dispute between Westchester County and the park's private operator.
A contract dispute could keep Playland Park, Westchester County's popular amusement park, closed for the entire 2025 season. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
Class Act with Chris Wragge is live at Denzel Washington School of the Arts in Mount Vernon, hearing from the students who make the school so special.
Class Act with Chris Wragge is live at Denzel Washington School of the Arts in Mount Vernon, hearing from the students who make the school so special.
Denzel Washington School of the Arts in Mount Vernon prepares students for college and careers in the arts industry.
Class Act with Chris Wragge is live at Denzel Washington School of the Arts in Mount Vernon, hearing from the students who make the school so special.
The Denzel Washington School of the Arts in Mount Vernon provides an inroad to get into the arts and entertainment industry.
Class Act with Chris Wragge is live at Denzel Washington School of the Arts in Mount Vernon, hearing from the students who make the school so special.
Class Act with Chris Wragge is live at Denzel Washington School of the Arts in Mount Vernon, hearing from the students who make the school so special.
The Denzel Washington School of the Arts in Mount Vernon provides an inroad to get into the arts and entertainment industry. CBS News New York's Chris Wragge is live for our latest Class Act.
More volunteer first responders in Westchester County could get a tax break on their properties.
CBS News New York's Tony Aiello on Wednesday visited the Westchester County town of Cortlandt, where as soon as one break was fixed, crews moved on to another.
CBS News New York's Class Act with Chris Wragge is headed to a special school this Friday in Mount Vernon.
A unanimous Supreme Court ruled Congress did not violate the Constitution when it moved to ban TikTok. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
Ken Jenkins was sworn in Monday as Westchester's 10th county executive, replacing George Latimer, who left his post for Congress.
Crews rushed to the scene on Jefferson Street, where witnesses said flames erupted from the roof and spread to neighboring buildings.
The New Jersey Transit Police Department is conducting its annual emergency response drill Saturday at MetLife Stadium in preparation for the FIFA World Cup.
Singer-songwriter Gavin DeGraw turned to social media for help reconnecting with a New York City bartender after a memorable performance this week.
The deal, approved by the FCC, would create a company that owns 265 television stations in 44 states and Washington, D.C.
Ryan McMahon broke out of his season-long slump with a tiebreaking, two-run homer in the eighth inning as the Yankees beat the Royals 4-2 on Friday night.
Singer-songwriter Gavin DeGraw turned to social media for help reconnecting with a New York City bartender after a memorable performance this week.
The murder case surrounding the 1979 disappearance of 6-year-old Etan Patz in NYC is on track for a third trial.
Air Canada said its flights from Toronto and Montreal to New York City's JFK will cease June 1 and resume Oct. 25.
A young Long Island man who overcame autism to graduate high school as valedictorian is now poised to graduate from Hofstra with top honors.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is brushing off a social media attack by President Trump about his taxing policies.
New York City's balmy weather proved to be record-breaking for the date of April 15.
Parts of the New York area could see record high temperatures during a summerlike stretch of weather this week.
A major warmup, featuring summer-like temperatures in the 80s, will take over the Eastern Seaboard beginning Monday.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are finally turning the corner to warmer weather this week.
When UConn plays Michigan for the NCAA Men's Basketball championship tonight in Indianapolis, there are a few places in New York City where fans can root on their schools.
Crews rushed to the scene on Jefferson Street, where witnesses said flames erupted from the roof and spread to neighboring buildings.
The New Jersey Transit Police Department is conducting its annual emergency response drill Saturday at MetLife Stadium in preparation for the FIFA World Cup.
NJ Transit and the NYNJ Host Committee announced their plan for transportation and parking ahead of the FIFA World Cup games at MetLife Stadium.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill is sounding off about the cost of getting to and from the FIFA World Cup games at MetLife Stadium this summer.
CBS News projects that Democrat Analilia Mejia will win the special election in New Jersey's 11th Congressional District, a seat formerly held by Gov. Mikie Sherrill.
A young Long Island man who overcame autism to graduate high school as valedictorian is now poised to graduate from Hofstra with top honors.
New York families rely on state records to make sure car purchases are legit, but what happens when those records are wrong?
A Marine Corps veteran is walking more than 100 miles from eastern Long Island to Staten Island to support a little girl battling cancer.
A Nassau County man faces multiple charges are he allegedly tried to lure an 11-year-old earlier this week.
Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, Long Island has reopened after a deadly gang-related shooting Wednesday night.
The deal, approved by the FCC, would create a company that owns 265 television stations in 44 states and Washington, D.C.
President Trump spoke with CBS News Friday in a new telephone interview.
The wife of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has apologized for what she says were "harmful" social media posts she made as a teenager.
The federal government is withholding $73 million in highway funds from New York, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Thursday.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he and President Trump are "honest, direct about the fact that we have many disagreements," but they agree on their love for New York City.
Advocates fear New York state could be taking a step back when it comes to biomarker testing access for those with Medicaid.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
Singer-songwriter Gavin DeGraw turned to social media for help reconnecting with a New York City bartender after a memorable performance this week.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his wife Rama Duwaji will not attend this year's Met Gala, sources said.
The Rock And Roll Hall of Fame unveiled its list of inductees for 2026, and it includes the Wu-Tang Clan, the legendary, local hip-hop collective.
Jury selection for Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial in a Manhattan courtroom began Tuesday. He is being accused of raping actress Jessica Mann in 2013.
Afrika Bambaataa, a rapper and producer, was best known for breakthrough tracks like 1982's "Planet Rock" and for founding the Universal Zulu Nation art collective.
Ryan McMahon broke out of his season-long slump with a tiebreaking, two-run homer in the eighth inning as the Yankees beat the Royals 4-2 on Friday night.
Moisés Ballesteros, Nico Hoerner and Ian Happ homered, and the Chicago Cubs handed the Mets their ninth straight loss, pounding New York 12-4.
NJ Transit and the NYNJ Host Committee announced their plan for transportation and parking ahead of the FIFA World Cup games at MetLife Stadium.
Mike Trout homered for the fifth time during a four-game series on Thursday, crushing a long drive in the seventh inning for the Angels in an 11-4 victory over the Yankees.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill is sounding off about the cost of getting to and from the FIFA World Cup games at MetLife Stadium this summer.
Students at M.S. 407 transform a barren space into a habitat for bees and butterflies, part of a broader city push to expand pollinator-friendly green spaces.
Brooklyn officials announced a first-of-its-kind initiative to build sensory rooms in every District 75 elementary school.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration unveiled a dramatic traffic redesign at Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza.
New York City business owners are pushing on the State Legislature to pass Gov. Kathy Hochul's reforms that would roll back some of the climate legislation passed by New York state in 2019.
Ismael Ox lost his right hand as a child in a grenade attack, survived homelessness in the U.S., and became a citizen, all while training to represent Team USA in para Taekwondo.
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.
The New York Knicks are taking on the Atlanta Hawks in the First Round of the NBA Playoffs, but fans don't need a ticket to the game to get in on the fun.
It's where storytelling and pop culture collide in New York City.
Senior U.S. officials could be heading back to Pakistan to continue negotiations in the war with Iran, according to people familiar with the deliberations.
Firefighters spent hours tacking the flames overnight on Jefferson Street. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
NJ Transit's annual emergency exercise comes in preparation for the FIFA World Cup, when massive crowds are expected to pack trains and buses. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
