15-year-old dies after surfing southbound J train in Brooklyn
A teenager is dead after surfing the subway on the Williamsburg Bridge on Thursday.
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Woman grazed by stray bullet while riding over Williamsburg Bridge
Investigators say the bullet narrowly missed her child in the backseat.
Passenger grazed by stray bullet on Williamsburg Bridge
A woman riding in a car was grazed by a stray bullet Saturday on the Williamsburg Bridge.
Deadly hit-and-run near Williamsburg Bridge
The victim was wearing a helmet, but did not survive, police said.
Dog Disrupts Subway Service After Slipping Under Train On Williamsburg Bridge, MTA Says
You've heard the excuse "the dog ate my homework," right? What if the dog delayed your train instead?
4 To 12 Years For Driver In Drunken Crash That Killed Woman On Williamsburg Bridge
It was sentencing day Wednesday in a horrific drunken driving crash on the Williamsburg Bridge.
Motorcyclist, 24, Killed In Crash On Williamsburg Bridge
It happened just after 3:30 a.m. Thursday on the bridge's outbound outer roadway.
NYPD Traffic Enforcement Agent Faces Charges In Fatal Williamsburg Bridge Crash
Police say the car was traveling from Manhattan to Brooklyn on the bridge around 3:15 a.m. Thursday when it crashed into a barrier.
Man Found Dead On Williamsburg Bridge
The discovery led to eastbound traffic on the outer roadway of the bridge into Brooklyn being shut down as police investigated.
Subway Train Stalls On Williamsburg Bridge; Multiple Lines Snagged
A disabled train on the Williamsburg Bridge and other problems led to delays and reroutes on multiple subway lines late Thursday afternoon, as New Yorkers prepared for New Year's Eve celebrations.
City's First Underground Park Poised To Take Green To A Whole New Level
Cutting-edge technology would filter in natural air and light.
At Least 2 People Spotted Climbing On Top Of Williamsburg Bridge
At least two people were spotted by witnesses on top of the Williamsburg Bridge Tuesday night, but no one has been arrested.
Outer Borough Residents Blast Proposal For Tolls On East River Bridges
Ardent protests erupted Friday against the latest attempt to put tolls on the free East River bridges as part of a congestion pricing plan.
Pier 42 Offers Family-Friendly Fun This Summer
On Saturday, the group Paths To Pier 42 celebrated their summer launch.
Man Thrown From Motorcycle, Killed On Williamsburg Bridge
An East Village man is dead, after being struck and killed while on his motorcycle on the Williamsburg Bridge.
Oversized Truck Hits Williamsburg Bridge, Snarls Traffic
The traffic trouble was located on the outer roadway of the Brooklyn-bound side of the bridge.
De Blasio: 'Interesting And Innovative Ideas' In New Congestion Pricing Plan
A new proposal would add tolls to East River bridges – all of which are now free – but lower the cost at crossings not well-served by public transit.
Former State Lawmaker Questions East River Crossing Toll Plan
As December brings higher tolls to the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey crossings, another effort is in progress to toll crossings across the East River that are currently free.
Driver In Fatal Brooklyn Crash Faces Manslaughter Charges
Police said a 2003 silver Nissan Altima was speeding and heading east on the Williamsburg Bridge in the outer traffic lane when it lost control near the eastbound B.Q.E. interchange.
Bloomberg: HOV Restrictions Lifted, Monday's Commute Will Still Be 'Slower Than Normal'
In a press conference Sunday afternoon, Mayor Bloomberg announced that the carpooling regulations put in place after Superstorm Sandy will not go back into effect for the work week.
Carpooling Restrictions At Manhattan-Bound Bridges And Tunnels Lifted Friday Afternoon
"Although, if the city is so clogged the way it was last Wednesday where even emergency vehicles couldn't get around we will reinstitute these," Bloomberg said. "They did make a very big difference. Even though they do impact and inconvenience a lot of people, safety once again is the most powerful thing and the most important thing to us."
Carpooling Requirement Creates Nightmare Commute Into Manhattan
Vehicles entering Manhattan by the four East River bridges and the Lincoln Tunnel must have three or more passengers on Thursday and Friday between 6 a.m. and midnight.
LEDs Coming To East River Bridges, Highways, Central Park
The way major parts of New York City are lit is in the midst of a big change, WCBS 880's Rich Lamb reported.
OWS Marks 'May Day' With Marches & Protests Across NYC
Approximately 40 arrests were made Tuesday on various charges, including disorderly conduct, blocking traffic and resisting arrests, the NYPD said.
New East River Bridges Toll Proposal Goes After Everyone, Including Bicyclists
Sam Schwartz, known as "Gridlock Sam" to many, wasn't kidding Friday when said his new plan to raise $1.2 billion a year tolling the East River bridges will hit a lot of people.
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Rupert Murdoch stepping down as chairman of News Corp. and Fox
Longtime chairman of News Corp. and Fox will become its emeritus chairman, the company said in a statement.
Water main break shuts down major roadway in Warren, New Jersey
Crews are on the scene trying to make repairs, as the water runs out of the ground and floods a nearby parking lot.
Latin Night Market coming to streets of Upper Manhattan
The party on Dyckman Street promises delicious dishes, bumping music and more.
First Alert Weather: Another nice day, before rain moves back in
Today we'll see mostly sunshine and low humidity with temperatures in the low 70s, but our First Alert Weather team is tracking rain that could impact your weekend plans.
Bronx day care owner, cousin-in-law back in court in fentanyl case
Federal investigators say they were both active participants in the drug running scheme that killed 1-year-old Nicholas Dominici and sent three other children to the hospital with fentanyl poisoning.
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Latin Night Market coming to streets of Upper Manhattan
The party on Dyckman Street promises delicious dishes, bumping music and more.
First Alert Weather: Another nice day, before rain moves back in
Today we'll see mostly sunshine and low humidity with temperatures in the low 70s, but our First Alert Weather team is tracking rain that could impact your weekend plans.
Bronx day care owner, cousin-in-law back in court in fentanyl case
Federal investigators say they were both active participants in the drug running scheme that killed 1-year-old Nicholas Dominici and sent three other children to the hospital with fentanyl poisoning.
Protesters gather outside Staten Island asylum seeker shelter
Wednesday's demonstration was tame compared to a night earlier when 10 people were arrested.
Fentanyl-laced drugs, guns found in Queens home where 10-year-old child lived, police say
The NYPD arrested five people after they say they uncovered a large amount of drugs laced with fentanyl.
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First Alert Weather: Another nice day, before rain moves back in
Today we'll see mostly sunshine and low humidity with temperatures in the low 70s, but our First Alert Weather team is tracking rain that could impact your weekend plans.
Westport Police discuss rise in carjackings, car thefts
Authorities say the thieves are using stolen vehicles from Westport to commit crimes in other areas.
First Alert Weather: Mostly sunny, low humidity
It looks like a picture perfect day with sunshine, low humidity and highs in the mid-70s.
2 arrested in connection to Aston Martin theft in Westport
A 39-year-old and a 16-year-old are facing multiple charges.
First Alert Weather: Sunny and breezy with highs in mid-70s
After yesterday's rain, things are clearing up for the rest of the week. Today will be sunny, breezy and less humid, with highs in the low-to-mid 70s.
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Water main break shuts down major roadway in Warren, New Jersey
Crews are on the scene trying to make repairs, as the water runs out of the ground and floods a nearby parking lot.
First Alert Weather: Another nice day, before rain moves back in
Today we'll see mostly sunshine and low humidity with temperatures in the low 70s, but our First Alert Weather team is tracking rain that could impact your weekend plans.
Project Kind opens new donation location in Montclair
They have opened their second official Kindness Closet, where people can pick up donated clothing and food.
Coach USA's decision to drop certain bus routes impacts many N.J. residents
In Newark, where 50% of the population doesn't drive, commuters say they're overwhelmed by the decision.
2 children, 2 adults critically injured in Paterson fire
Authorities say firefighters were able to rescue two adults, an 8-year-old child and an infant.
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Jewish leaders on LI ask for more police ahead of Yom Kippur
At least three synagogues in Nassau County and two in Suffolk County received threats during Rosh Hashanah.
Driver arraigned in Massapequa crash that killed 4 family members
Prosecutors said Michael DeAngelo was speeding and high on fentanyl and cocaine when he crashed into two cars last August, killing a 60-year-old man and three children.
Diaper banks helping parents in need on Long Island
Nonprofits and volunteers across our region are helping babies in need.
Man who fled war in Ukraine helps rescue after car goes into L.I. bay
Volodymyr Zubko, who has only been in the U.S. for four days, heard the collision from his bedroom and took action.
Riverhead High School rocked by racial incident at football game
The school district said the troubling racial incident targeted kindergarten and first grade student victims and their parents.
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Hochul: Biden "has heard me loud and clear" on asylum seeker crisis
The meeting Tuesday came as Staten Islanders protested the arrival of migrants at a former senior facility.
NY Republicans challenge newly signed voting legislation
New York congressional members filed a lawsuit, saying the laws try to remove basic safeguards on absentee voting.
Garland says "no one" has told him to indict Trump
Attorney General Merrick Garland testified before the House for the first time since former President Donald Trump's indictments.
Mayor's proposed cuts under fire over asylum seeker crisis
Hizzoner is now considering new limits on the amount of time migrants can stay in city shelters.
NYC leaders mulling how to tell whole story on statues of historical figures
They are mulling what to do with Christopher Columbus and Thomas Jefferson statues, among others.
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Hackensack University Medical Center
The CDC says more than 1 in 4 older adults falls each year, but fewer than half tell their doctor about it.
Free COVID test kits are coming back. Here's how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
Mount Sinai study shows health disparities in preschoolers
Mount Sinai studied nearly 4,000 preschool students in Harlem; Bogota, Columbia, and Madrid, Spain.
Alarming rise in child fentanyl deaths nationwide
A Yale University professor found fentanyl deaths in kids under 5 jumped 590% from 2018 to 2021.
Highly mutated COVID variant BA.2.86 now spotted in 10 states
The variant, which has an unusually large number of mutations, has also been spotted in numerous countries, but remains rare for now.
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Rihanna and A$AP Rocky debut newborn son Riot Rose
Did the outfits Rihanna and A$AP Rocky wore to the Met Gala hold a clue to baby Riot Rose's name?
Billy Miller, "The Young and the Restless" actor, dies at 43
Miller died on Friday, Sept. 15, in Austin, Texas, just two days before what would have been his 44th birthday.
Drew Barrymore says talk show will not return until "strike is over"
"I have listened to everyone, and I am making the decision to pause the show's premiere until the strike is over," Barrymore wrote on Instagram.
Russell Brand accused of sexual assault; comedian denies allegations
The allegations against Russell Brand were made by four women who knew him over a seven-year period, according to British news organizations.
Diddy awarded Key to New York City
"The bad boy of entertainment is getting the Key to the City from the bad boy of politics," Mayor Eric Adams announced to the crowd.
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Gausman pitches streaking Blue Jays past Yankees
New York (76-76) dropped its third straight as its improbable postseason hopes keep dwindling away.
Vientos homers twice, Senga goes 6 innings, Mets beat Marlins
The Mets clinched the three-game series against the playoff-contending Marlins.
Driussi scores in 44th minute to help Austin tie Red Bulls
The Red Bulls used an own-goal by Austin midfielder Emiliano Rigoni to grab a 1-0 lead in the 7th minute.
Orlando City clinches playoff spot, despite loss to NYCFC
NYCFC is 5-0-1 in its last six home matches with Orlando City.
2024 Cricket World Cup will be played on Long Island
New York City's plan to host the 2024 Cricket World Cup in the Bronx is over after heated opposition from the community.
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Advocates help uplift South Asian abuse survivors in NYC
Studies show nearly half of South Asian people in the United States report experiencing gender-based violence.
East Harlem monument honors Hurricane Maria victims
Six years after Hurricane Maria, Puerto Ricans are still struggling to rebuild.
Riverdale residents blame retaining wall for flooding
Residents and business owners on a stretch of Riverdale Avenue say a retaining wall is causing properties to flood.
Mount Sinai study shows health disparities in preschoolers
Mount Sinai studied nearly 4,000 preschool students in Harlem; Bogota, Columbia, and Madrid, Spain.
Queens seeks solutions to overcrowded streets
As two-wheeled vehicles of all types see a surge in popularity, crowding is leading to controversy.
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Photos: Crowd turns chaotic during Union Square giveaway
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
Photos: Crane catches fire, partially collapses in NYC
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
Tony Bennett, N.Y. native and music legend, through the years
The Grammy Award winning singer who graced the stage for generations died at the age of 96.
Inside the Gilgo Beach murders investigation
A suspect has been charged in connection with a long-unsolved string of killings known as the Gilgo Beach murders.
Macy's 4th of July fireworks show dazzles NYC skyline
The 47th annual Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks Show lit up the skies over the East River on Tuesday night.
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Latin Night Market coming to streets of NYC this weekend
As we celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, we're highlighting a first-of-its-kind event in New York City. This Friday, the Latin Night Market kicks off in Upper Manhattan.
Water main break shuts down road in Warren, N.J.
Crews are working to make repairs as the water floods a nearby parking lot.
First Alert Weather: Another nice day, ahead of rainy weekend
CBS New York's John Elliott has the latest weather forecast.
Suspects in Bronx day care fentanyl case due in court
The owner and her cousin-in-law are expected to appear in court to face murder charges in the death of a 1-year-old boy in their care. CBS New York's John Dias has the latest development.
NYC school bus strike averted after agreement reached
Bus service will continue for an estimated 86,000 students after the school bus drivers' union reached a deal. CBS New York's Doug Williams has the details.
