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Jeffrey Veatch, of Yorktown Heights, has spoken to more than 12,000 young people about his son and the dangers of drugs.
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Jeffrey Veatch, of Yorktown Heights, has spoken to more than 12,000 young people about his son and the dangers of drugs.
She told the court that her employer said that it would be to her benefit to lose her job so that she could collect unemployment while serving jury duty.
Five more students have been suspended in connection with racist Twitter rants at a high school basketball game in Westchester County, and allegations were mounting Friday that players used racial slurs too.
Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino stood on the steps of the Bronx courthouse Thursday morning and criticized Gov. Andrew Cuomo's leadership.
Some high school students in Westchester County were under fire Wednesday evening, after their basketball team lost a close game.
The accident between a truck and a car occurred around 2:30 a.m. in Rye near a ramp where I-287 and I-95 meet.
The utilities have not increased the costs. Rather, natural gas is a commodity and in this frigid winter, the wholesale price of natural gas has hit record levels.
Residents of the Westchester County hamlet of Purchase have taken on a church's big plans to build a new sanctuary on several acres of land in the heart of a residential neighborhood.
The wealthy suburbs on Long Island and in Westchester County have been losing their young workforce at a dramatic rate, and advocates blamed a lack of affordable housing.
Video from the scene shows extensive fire damage to part of the building.
Jennifer Reilly, 12, from Hartsdale was born with tricuspid atresia, meaning she does not have a tricuspid valve in her heart. Earlier this month, she spoke before the Greenburgh Town Board to petition for an awareness week.
Georgia Turner, 73, was fatally struck near the driveway of her home on East Main Street in the Jefferson Valley section of Yorktown, Westchester County Thursday evening.
According to police, 72-year-old Georgia Turner was struck and killed near the driveway of her home on East Main Street in Yorktown, Westchester County sometime between 5:40 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Thursday.
The school acknowledged sex abuse that occurred in the 1960s and has apologized to victims. It says the perpetrator was an unidentified, now-deceased former employee who "had a role in teaching.''
Mark Bernardini pleaded guilty to one count of criminal sexual act in the first degree and one count of forcible touching back in January of this year.
Up to 18 inches of snow could fall on parts of Putnam and Rockland counties. Lesser amounts, between 6 to 10 inches, are expected in Westchester.
Ann Devert says her 32-year-old son, Harry, disappeared in Mexico on Jan. 25 and hasn't been heard from since.
One of the biggest obstacles come on I-84, where Gov. Andrew Cuomo implemented a full vehicle ban between the Connecticut and Pennsylvania borders for about six hours,
Monday's snow and slush wreaked havoc on the roads in Westchester and Rockland counties.
High-profile Republicans and Cardinal Timothy Dolan are among those calling for Governor Andrew Cuomo to apologize for "divisive'' comments about "extreme conservatives.''
Westchester County residents were issued a warning Wednesday, as scammers are on the prowl and preying on unwitting homeowners. The scammers have been targeting residents of Peekskill, soliciting business at their homes.
More than 1,500 flights were canceled, many students were sent home early, and the roads were a miserable mess through the night Tuesday as the Tri-State area was pounded with a brutal blast of heavy snow and bitter cold.
A judge has ruled that the single courtroom in a small suburban town can't handle the drugged-driving trial of Kerry Kennedy. Her lawyers argued there are obstacles to holding a high-profile trial in the town courtroom in Armonk.
Rob Astorino says he expects to make a decision on whether to run in the next 60 days. He's considered by Republicans to be one of their best candidates to take on the popular Democratic governor this year.
Police in Westchester County were searching Monday for the person who has been sending disturbing mail to several women in Dobbs Ferry.
Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan went into lockdown after one student reported another might have had a weapon, police said.
Jay Bryant, one of the three men charged in the killing of hip-hop icon Jam Master Jay, change his plea to guilty in court on Monday.
Soccer fans in New York City will be able to watch FIFA World Cup matches for free this summer at five official fan events.
Guy Rivera, the man convicted of fatally shooting NYPD Det. Jonathan Diller during a traffic stop in 2024, was sentenced to 115 years to life in prison.
Energy prices keep rising with no sign of progress toward a deal to end the U.S.-Iran standoff and Hezbollah rejecting the Lebanon ceasefire.
Jay Bryant, one of the three men charged in the killing of hip-hop icon Jam Master Jay, change his plea to guilty in court on Monday.
Soccer fans in New York City will be able to watch FIFA World Cup matches for free this summer at five official fan events.
Guy Rivera, the man convicted of fatally shooting NYPD Det. Jonathan Diller during a traffic stop in 2024, was sentenced to 115 years to life in prison.
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.
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.
Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan went into lockdown after one student reported another might have had a weapon, police said.
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.
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.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla are aiming to strengthen the "special relationship" the U.S. and United Kingdom have had since World War II.
Cole Allen was charged Monday in federal court with three counts including attempt to assassinate the president.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's running mate says having two women atop the Democratic ticket sends a strong message to voters.
CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang was sitting next to President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner when the chaos unfolded.
Cole Allen, 31, sent an email to family members shortly before the annual press gala, officials told CBS News.
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.
Soccer fans in New York City will be able to watch FIFA World Cup matches for free this summer at five official fan events.
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 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.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Gov. Kathy Hochul announced soccer fans in each borough will be able to watch World Cup matches for free this summer.
Joby Aviation launched a live demonstration of its air taxi at JFK Airport. The all-electric vehicle would cut travel times and be similar to the cost of an Uber Black.
Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla are arriving in the United States Monday to mark America's 250th birthday.
It's a sunny and warm day with highs in the 60s, but the next chance for rain comes Wednesday. CBS News New York Meteorologist Tony Sadiku has the forecast.
Piece of a building fell from 291 Broadway, shutting down Reade Street as a precaution.
