Mount Vernon street renamed for Nina Simone
The street where her home once stood is being renamed in her honor.
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The street where her home once stood is being renamed in her honor.
LaFayette was an election commissioner, Democratic Party chair and county power broker for more than 30 years.
A man who mentored countless elected officials in Westchester received a special honor Friday. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3qUV45u
City Council Member Corazon Pineda-Isaac and educator Margaret Fountain-Coleman are challenging Mayor Mike Spano, who is seeking an unprecedented fourth term.
The Westchester County district attorney has closed the criminal investigation into the valuation of Trump National Golf Course in Ossining. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3NxPUp4
The two-year investigation examined Trump Organization valuations of a golf club in Westchester County, New York.
Westchester County officials provided updates on two cold cases Thursday.
There's an update on two cold cases in Westchester County. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/43ZCqYA
Yonkers announced a major plan to protect the environment.
Christian Illescas says his son, Gianlukas, died by suicide after being bullied, not by accidental suicide.
Christian Illescas says his son, Gianlukas, was bullied before taking his own life and that his death was not an accidental suicide. CBS2's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
Daquon Powell, 19, was shot six times at point blank range inside a car on May 31.
Officials released disturbing surveillance video of the ambush on May 31.
Investigators say the car then went over a retaining wall and crashed into a home, injuring another woman inside.
A 70-year-old woman was struck and killed by a car while walking on the sidewalk in Yonkers. Investigators say the car then went over a retaining wall and crashed into a home, injuring another woman inside.
City officials released chilling surveillance video Monday from the shooting on May 31.
The May 25 death of Gianlukas Illescas has created a pervasive sadness around the Westchester County city.
The father of the student, Lucas Illesecas, is calling for the superintendent to step down.
There is anger and heartbreak in one Westchester County city after a young student reportedly took his own life. The father of 10-year-old Lucas Illesecas is calling for the superintendent to step down. CBS2's Kristine Johnson reports.
Mount Vernon is getting a huge boost from the state to help reopen its animal shelter.
Executive George Latimer says he's contacted the secretary of Homeland Security about the request.
CBS2's Tony Aiello spoke with a Vietnam veteran who holds many fallen friends in his heart.
CBS2's Tony Aiello spoke with a Vietnam veteran who holds many fallen friends in his heart.
Doctors recommend carrying a tick removal kit while outdoors.
Westchester County Legislator Chris Johnson still owns an affordable housing unit, even after moving to an $800,000 house, which is outside the district he was elected to serve. CBS2's Tony Aiello reports.
NYPD body cam video shows officers chase down and arrest a robbery suspect in Queens last week.
President Trump spoke in the White House briefing room for nearly two hours on Tuesday, marking the first year of his second term as he prepares for a high-pressure trip to Europe.
Police are looking for the suspect who allegedly punched an MTA conductor on a Queens subway platform.
Jury selection is set to begin Tuesday in the trial of luxury real estate brokers Oren and Tal Alexander and their brother Alon on sex trafficking charges.
The New Jersey Devils defeated the Calgary Flames 2-1 in an overtime game on Monday night.
NYPD body cam video shows officers chase down and arrest a robbery suspect in Queens last week.
Police are looking for the suspect who allegedly punched an MTA conductor on a Queens subway platform.
Jury selection is set to begin Tuesday in the trial of luxury real estate brokers Oren and Tal Alexander and their brother Alon on sex trafficking charges.
The New York Giants officially introduced their new head coach John Harbaugh Tuesday.
Dangerously cold weather is gripping the Tri-State with little relief as the frigid temperatures continue into the weekend.
Dangerously cold weather is gripping the Tri-State with little relief as the frigid temperatures continue into the weekend.
Many dangers lurk when the temperature plummets, including hypothermia, frostbite and even a heart attack.
The weekend of snow in the New York City area finally wrapped up overnight, but don't let it fool you. Temperatures are about to plummet.
Snow fell in New York City and across the Tri-State Area on Sunday morning and evening, leaving a good amount to measure in its wake.
David Grullon Jr. killed a 34-year-old Connecticut man after he fired a gun and the bullet went through the wall.
The New York Giants officially introduced their new head coach John Harbaugh Tuesday.
Dangerously cold weather is gripping the Tri-State with little relief as the frigid temperatures continue into the weekend.
Mikie Sherrill was inaugurated on Tuesday morning in Newark, becoming the first Democratic woman to hold New Jersey's highest office.
Many dangers lurk when the temperature plummets, including hypothermia, frostbite and even a heart attack.
Students in New Jersey will soon learn cursive in school, thanks to a law signed by Gov. Phil Murphy.
Dangerously cold weather is gripping the Tri-State with little relief as the frigid temperatures continue into the weekend.
The weekend of snow in the New York City area finally wrapped up overnight, but don't let it fool you. Temperatures are about to plummet.
Snow fell in New York City and across the Tri-State Area on Sunday morning and evening, leaving a good amount to measure in its wake.
A Long Island nurse was seen on a nanny camera hitting a non-verbal child that he was caring for, leaving bruises on the boy's body.
The first of this weekend's two rounds of snow blanketed the Tri-State Area on Saturday.
President Trump spoke in the White House briefing room for nearly two hours on Tuesday, marking the first year of his second term as he prepares for a high-pressure trip to Europe.
Mikie Sherrill was inaugurated on Tuesday morning in Newark, becoming the first Democratic woman to hold New Jersey's highest office.
New Jersey will soon have its first female Democratic governor. Mikie Sherrill will be sworn into office Tuesday, succeeding Gov. Phil Murphy.
As his standoff with America's closest allies escalates, President Trump says not getting the Nobel Peace Prize means he's no longer obligated "to think purely of Peace."
Looking overseas, there is wide opposition to the idea of taking Greenland by force.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders joined striking New York City nurses on the picket line Tuesday.
New York City's largest nurses strike is now in Week 2 and it appears negotiations toward a deal remain at a standstill.
Negotiators for major New York City hospitals and the state nurses union returned to the bargaining table as the city's largest nurses strike enters a fifth day.
Nurses continue to hold the picket line as the largest nurses' strike in New York City history is on its third day with no end in sight.
Nurses say health care benefits and workplace safety are their main reasons for striking, and are refusing to go back to work until their demands are met.
Kianna Underwood, a former Nickelodeon child actress, was identified as the woman killed in a hit-and-run in Brooklyn.
John Forté, the Grammy-nominated musician known for his work with the Fugees, was found dead in his home in Massachusetts.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
The New Jersey Devils defeated the Calgary Flames 2-1 in an overtime game on Monday night.
The New York Islanders defeated the Vancouver Canucks 4-3 on Monday night in Canada.
The New York Giants officially introduced their new head coach John Harbaugh Tuesday.
Alex Killorn broke a second-period tie, rugged newcomer Jeffrey Viel scored his first goal of the season and the Anaheim Ducks beat the New York Rangers 5-3 on Monday night.
Dillon Brooks scored 27 points, Devin Booker had 23 and the Suns beat the Nets 126-117 on Monday night.
Puppet shows, peaceful protests and acts of service helped families reflect on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy through a child's perspective.
Nearly 100 tenants from three different buildings managed by A&E Real Estate on the Upper West Side rallied on Monday.
A group in Queens has banded together to revive landlines and give their children a simpler way to socialize.
A city-approved plan to rezone a stretch of Atlantic Avenue is expected to bring thousands of new apartments to Brooklyn, but tenant advocates say the deal falls short for lower-income residents and could accelerate displacement.
A three-year pilot run by the Brooklyn Justice Initiative and the Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice aims to improve court compliance and reduce recidivism by meeting participants where they live.
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.
The 63-year-old Super Bowl champion met the media on Jan. 20 at the team's practice facility in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Wednesday will serve as a short break from the cold temperatures before it gets cold again this weekend. Meteorologist John Elliott has the latest forecast.
CBS News New York is hosting a blood drive Tuesday afternoon as the New York Blood Center says donations are critically low. CBS News New York's John Elliott reports.
The New York Giants formally introduced John Harbaugh as head coach Tuesday. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
Looking for something to do in the city? Well you're in luck because the city's "Winter Outing" has returned.
