Circus Performer Seriously Injured During 'Wheel Of Death' Stunt In Westchester County
Witnesses say the performer was inside a giant spinning cage when he was suddenly thrown nearly 40 feet to the ground, landing very close to the audience.
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Witnesses say the performer was inside a giant spinning cage when he was suddenly thrown nearly 40 feet to the ground, landing very close to the audience.
Jason Eisenfeld, 34, of Old Bethpage, is charged with reckless endangerment, driving while intoxicated and criminal possession of a controlled substance, Westchester police said.
Some neighbors want them captured and killed, and others want the wild animals protected.
His accusers now worry he's getting off with a slap on the wrist. As CBS2's Lou Young reports, the defendant was even commended by the judge.
A federal appeals judge in scolded Westchester County Friday for dragging its feet on promises to build affordable housing in mostly-white towns and villages.
Staffers will have information on eliminating mosquito breeding sites and hand out pellets to kill mosquitoes in stagnant water.
Brazen car burglars are hitting all across Westchester County, stealing money, cellphones and even laptops from vehicles parked in neighborhood driveways.
A rowing team had to be rescued after their boat took on water in the Long Island Sound near Mamaroneck, NY Wednesday afternoon.
Police said Tuesday that if a 911 call for police, fire or EMS services goes unanswered, people can instead dial (914) 742-6116 for help.
Some homeowners say private detectives hired by the town of Greenburgh are going door-to-door trying to fool people into signing documents that would nullify their petition signatures.
CBS2's Brian Conybeare took a rare look at the 40-foot deep spent fuel pool inside the Westchester County facility.
Westchester County police officers pulled the dolphin out of the river just off of East Sandford Boulevard Friday afternoon.
A Westchester County woman fed up with her mail delivery, or lack thereof, turned to social media to complain, and she was shocked by the response.
A New York law meant to protect children from predators is receiving renewed calls for an update after a sex offender was arrested yet again in Westchester County.
The driver says he was trying to park last night around 8:00 p.m. for a bite to eat at Squire's in Briarcliff Manor but may have accidentally hit the gas pedal instead of the brake.
Westchester County and other counties north of New York City got clobbered by the snowstorm Tuesday as its course shifted.
Daniel Pellegrini, 11, performed "Waving Through a Window" from the show "Dear Evan Hansen" on Saturday evening in the Rye's Got Talent show.
Daniel Pellegrini was having some trouble with some other kids in school and having a hard time expressing himself to his family. That is, until now.
Phillip Anderson, who can barely speak, was reported missing by his mother shortly after midnight Saturday when he wasn't dropped off after an event in New Rochelle, according to authorities.
President Donald Trump's agenda was one of several issues that drove an overflow crowd into a town hall meeting Monday night in Westchester County.
President Donald Trump's executive order temporarily banning travelers from seven predominantly Muslim countries has raised concerns in the Muslim community.
Last month, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced the aging plant will close by April 2021.
There has been concern in Westchester county, over whether safety in parks is being squeezed by tight budgets.
11-month-old Ballenie and Bellanie Camacho were born connected at the lower back. The surgery to separate the girls lasted 21 hours between Jan. 17 and 18 at Maria Fareri Children's Hospital in Westchester County.
For more than two weeks, family and friends of Shamoya McKenzie have prayed for justice. It appears their prayers have finally been answered.
The deadly shooting of a deli worker late Saturday night in Lower Manhattan has left a community in mourning.
President Trump details his experience at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, where a gunman charged toward the ballroom. He says he wasn't worried, and praised the actions of law enforcement.
The Rockies defeated the Mets 3-1 and 3-0 on Sunday to sweep the rain-interrupted weekend series at Citi Field.
Spencer Arrighetti allowed one run over seven innings, Christian Walker homered and drove home a season-high four runs, and the Astros beat the Yankees 7-4 on Sunday.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's running mate says having two women atop the Democratic ticket sends a strong message to voters.
The deadly shooting of a deli worker late Saturday night in Lower Manhattan has left a community in mourning.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's running mate says having two women atop the Democratic ticket sends a strong message to voters.
The NYPD is adding extra security outside Trump Tower in Midtown Manhattan after Saturday's shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
Runners are taking off in the NYCRuns Brooklyn Experience Half Marathon on Sunday.
New York City police charged alleged gunman Zahir Davis, 18, with the murder of 15-year-old Jaden Pierre at a park in St. Albans, Queens.
Some residual showers may linger into early Sunday morning, but the majority of the rainfall should be over by sunrise.
Amtrak announced Thursday it is suing Metro-North for allegedly blocking nonrevenue trains on a portion of the busy Northeast Corridor for over two months.
The Tri-State Area has the dirtiest air in the U.S. east of Texas, according to The American Lung Association's newly released "State of the Air" report.
Colder weather returns to the New York City area this week with sub-freezing temperatures in the suburbs.
New York City's balmy weather proved to be record-breaking for the date of April 15.
A New Jersey man has been convicted in the 2015 murder of professional basketball player Michael Wright.
A woman is dead and two people are critically injured after the fire on Schley Street in Newark, New Jersey.
Some residual showers may linger into early Sunday morning, but the majority of the rainfall should be over by sunrise.
Lawmakers in New York are pushing for a ferry service from the West Harlem Piers to World Cup games, as transportation to and from the matches comes with a big price tag.
The team identified Robert Dean Irelan as the man whose body was found in a shallow grave in Salem County, New Jersey, in 1979.
Diana Kutateladze had nearly twice the legal limit of of alcohol in her system when she caused a deadly, high-speed six-car wreck on the Southern State Parkway in Hempstead, prosecutors said.
We're in for a mild weather day in NYC Friday, but a First Alert Weather Day is right around the corner, with rounds of rain on tap for Saturday.
Sister Francis Piscatella, New York's oldest person, celebrated her 113th birthday and Pope Leo XIV sent a blessing from the Vatican for the occasion.
A father and son were arrested after police said they found chemicals to make explosives at their home on New York's Long Island.
Scientists say New York's coastal waters are experiencing some of the most severe threats on record, and they're not just environmental.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's running mate says having two women atop the Democratic ticket sends a strong message to voters.
Cole Allen, 31, sent an email to family members shortly before the annual press gala, officials told CBS News.
The suspect was identified to CBS News by law enforcement sources as 31-year-old Cole Allen of Torrance, California.
President Trump was evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Dinner after shots rang out at the hotel where the event was taking place.
President Trump was safely evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner Saturday night after shots were fired outside the ballroom of the Washington Hilton Hotel.
The B.R.O. Experience Foundation uses cognitive behavioral therapy, mentorship and creative expression to support men of color navigating identity.
Travelers at Newark Airport may have been exposed to an individual with measles, New Jersey health officials warn.
The Tri-State Area has the dirtiest air in the U.S. east of Texas, according to The American Lung Association's newly released "State of the Air" report.
The 16th Annual Lustgarten Foundation New York City Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research was held Sunday in Battery Park City.
Advocates fear New York state could be taking a step back when it comes to biomarker testing access for those with Medicaid.
Ticketmaster will be rereleasing tickets for Harry Styles' upcoming concerts in New York City that were originally purchased by scalpers, the company says.
The upcoming fashion exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art includes 25 mannequins based on real bodies.
A previously unreleased song is one of many ways Prince is being honored a decade after his death.
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 Rockies defeated the Mets 3-1 and 3-0 on Sunday to sweep the rain-interrupted weekend series at Citi Field.
Spencer Arrighetti allowed one run over seven innings, Christian Walker homered and drove home a season-high four runs, and the Astros beat the Yankees 7-4 on Sunday.
The Yankees extended their winning streak to eight games with an 8-3 victory over the Astros on Saturday night.
Kévin Denkey scored twice in the first half to back Roman Celantano and FC Cincinnati blanked the Red Bulls 2-0 on Saturday.
The Knicks recovered after back-to-back losses to beat the Hawks 114-98 on Saturday night.
The B.R.O. Experience Foundation uses cognitive behavioral therapy, mentorship and creative expression to support men of color navigating identity.
An out-of-service escalator at Jamaica Station in Queens is reviving complaints that date back years.
The head of a housing nonprofit in Harlem was arrested after residents complained over delayed repairs.
A 2009 New York City law requiring most roll-down security gates to be at least 70% transparent is set to take effect this summer.
Recurring elevator problems are back and worse than ever at one New York City high-rise, according to tenants.
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 show at the Palace Theatre is based on the iconic 1987 cult vampire/horror/comedy movie. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin spoke to some of the show's stars who said the musical is for anyone who struggled in their youth.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock says the last week of April will feature rain here and there, with temperatures ranging from the upper 50s to the upper 60s.
Rep. Jerry Nadler and other lawmakers and advocates gathered at the transportation hub on Sunday and said they have been left in the dark about the renovations, including the full cost and the selection of a developer. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
They are preparing for a busy summer in the Tri-State Area, with the World Cup and the nation's 250th birthday celebration. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports.
A jury found Guy Rivera guilty of aggravated manslaughter earlier this month, while acquitting him of murder. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
