MGM Empire City in Yonkers gets closer to full casino license
A Yonkers Community Advisory Council voted unanimously in favor of a full casino license for MGM Empire City.
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A Yonkers Community Advisory Council voted unanimously in favor of a full casino license for MGM Empire City.
On Thursday, MGM Empire City in Yonkers is expected to do what three Manhattan proposals could not -- hit the jackpot.
MGM Empire City in Yonkers is expected to do what three Manhattan proposals could not -- get approval from a Community Advisory Council. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
On Sept. 2, there was a chemical reaction and fire at the same warehouse.
Heavy smoke filled the sky in Yonkers after a warehouse went up in flames Saturday morning. Some families who live nearby were forced from their homes. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
Chopper 2 flew over a stretch of the roadway near exits 6 and 7 on Thursday, showing dozens of pieces of rusted rebar exposed to the elements instead of being buried in the concrete.
The deterioration of the roadway is revealing metal reinforcement that is not supposed to be exposed to the elements. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
Last week, members of St. Vladimir Orthodox Seminary approached a Yonkers Police officer to hand over what they thought were drugs found on their property.
The 2025 Yonkers Marathon stepped off Sunday morning in Westchester County, New York. It's a tough, hilly route along the Hudson River.
Sunday morning, thousands of runners hit the pavement for the annual Yonkers Marathon, the second oldest marathon in the country. CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado spoke with runners who traveled from all over to participate.
CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports from the city's largest ever running event and the second-oldest marathon in the country.
Emergency responders were on the scene of a hazardous materials situation in Yonkers on Tuesday afternoon.
A beauty supply warehouse caught fire in Yonkers on Tuesday, leading to a massive hazmat response. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
Emergency responders were on the scene of a hazardous materials situation in Yonkers on Tuesday afternoon. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
The fire broke out at European Beauty Concepts at Woodworth Avenue. Chemicals in a warehouse there apparently caused a reaction and a fire.
An 84-year-old driver was critically injured after crashing through the front door of a Yonkers doctors' office Wednesday. Three employees and the driver's passenger were also injured. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
The crash is under investigation, but police say the driver may have suffered a medical episode behind the wheel. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports from the scene.
Trailblazing Black journalist John Edward Bruce was buried in an unmarked grave in Yonkers, but he will soon get a long overdue honor.
The city of Yonkers and St. John's Riverside Hospital have agreed to a land swap deal to restore a portion of the historic Untermyer Gardens.
CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has an update on the conditions for the Tuesday morning commute.
Some Girl Scouts in Yonkers are doing what they can to help the Texas flood victims.
City leaders in Yonkers set up a specialized sprinkler at Unity Park to bring some relief.
Body camera video captured the moment a Yonkers Police officer was struck by a driver who then fled the scene.
A Yonkers Police officer is recovering from a painful leg injury. He was struck by a driver who then left the scene. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello has the bodycam video that recorded it all.
The historic Domino sugar refinery in Yonkers will close this year, after more than a century in operation.
A news release from the Attorney General's office said it will be about a new legal action to protect immigrant families.
Jaxson Dart connected with Isaiah Likely for two touchdowns and Devin Singletary on another, and the Giants opened the season with a 28-20 win over the Cowboys on Sunday night.
Fire departments were hard at work in Paterson, New Jersey, and Fairfield County, Connecticut, due to flash flooding on Sunday morning.
The New York City Department of Health is taking new action against a deadly Legionnaires' disease cluster in the Bronx.
Germany's Alexander Zverev won his second Grand Slam after finally taking home his first major title earlier this year at the French Open.
A news release from the Attorney General's office said it will be about a new legal action to protect immigrant families.
Fire departments were hard at work in Paterson, New Jersey, and Fairfield County, Connecticut, due to flash flooding on Sunday morning.
The New York City Department of Health is taking new action against a deadly Legionnaires' disease cluster in the Bronx.
Cam Schlittler took over the major league ERA lead, combining on a three-hitter that helped the Yankees close in on a record 61st postseason berth with a 2-0 win over the Mets on Sunday.
Breece Hall ran for 102 yards and a touchdown, Geno Smith threw for 215 yards in his Jets return, and the Jets defeated the Titans 23-10 on Sunday.
Fire departments were hard at work in Paterson, New Jersey, and Fairfield County, Connecticut, due to flash flooding on Sunday morning.
Rainy weather makes a return to the New York City area this weekend.
After a week filled with periods of storminess and high humidity, a calmer and drier weather pattern is settling in for the holiday weekend.
Severe storms returned to the Tri-State Area, making it a soggy Thursday morning.
The rain returns Tuesday with the possibility of severe storms and downpours that can cause flash flooding in the New York City area.
Fire departments were hard at work in Paterson, New Jersey, and Fairfield County, Connecticut, due to flash flooding on Sunday morning.
Breece Hall ran for 102 yards and a touchdown, Geno Smith threw for 215 yards in his Jets return, and the Jets defeated the Titans 23-10 on Sunday.
Rainy weather makes a return to the New York City area this weekend.
The tragedy of 9/11 hit one New Jersey community harder than any other. Middletown had 37 residents killed in the attacks, more than any other town outside the five boroughs.
Middletown, New Jersey, had more residents killed in the terror attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, than any other town outside of New York City.
Remembrance ceremonies continue this weekend to mark 25 years since the 9/11 terror attacks. Saturday, New Yorkers in a small hamlet on Long Island paid tribute to their first responders who died that day. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
The New York City area marked 25 years since the moment the city changed forever and thousands of friends, family and loved ones were killed. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan, Jennifer McLogan and Larry Ridley report.
NYPD Officer Karen Selena Hill was one of almost 800 recruits to graduate from the NYPD Academy class that was pushed into active duty while still training on 9/11.
In Hempstead, students born years after 9/11 heard firsthand from those who lived through it.
Families and friends gather at Point Lookout every year to remember their loved ones who died because of the 9/11 terror attacks.
A news release from the Attorney General's office said it will be about a new legal action to protect immigrant families.
The New York City Department of Health is taking new action against a deadly Legionnaires' disease cluster in the Bronx.
The president lived at the Tudor-style Queens estate until age 4.
President Trump's visit to Ireland mixes official talks with Irish leaders and attendance at the Irish Open at a golf course that the president owns.
The CIA released 71 reports from the months and years leading up to 9/11, providing a new look at what the spy agency told two presidents before the deadly strikes.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
One person has died and a total of five people have been sickened by Legionnaires' disease in the Bronx.
As of late August, the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund has received 112,000 claims, awarding more than $18 billion.
A cosmetic treatment that promises breast enhancement without surgery is now at the center of a fight over who regulates human tissue in New York.
Twenty-five years after the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, the health threat hasn't ended for many survivors.
Grammy and Emmy Award-winning musician Lizzo made a surprise visit to meet Brooklyn students and debut her new children's book.
Some are calling for Macklemore to be removed from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after he used part of his opening performance on Friday and Saturday nights at MetLife Stadium to share his pro-Palestinian views about the war in Gaza.
The Met's decision to highlight the work by designer John Galliano sparked widespread controversy due to his history of antisemitic and racist comments.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
Jaxson Dart connected with Isaiah Likely for two touchdowns and Devin Singletary on another, and the Giants opened the season with a 28-20 win over the Cowboys on Sunday night.
Germany's Alexander Zverev won his second Grand Slam after finally taking home his first major title earlier this year at the French Open.
Cam Schlittler took over the major league ERA lead, combining on a three-hitter that helped the Yankees close in on a record 61st postseason berth with a 2-0 win over the Mets on Sunday.
Breece Hall ran for 102 yards and a touchdown, Geno Smith threw for 215 yards in his Jets return, and the Jets defeated the Titans 23-10 on Sunday.
New York City beat Real Salt Lake 2-0 on Saturday night to snap an eight-game winless streak.
At a Bay Ridge school, students who were born years after the attacks are learning about Sept. 11 through the stories of parents, teachers and first responders who lived through it.
Former Mets players from the 2001 season were at Ladder 25 on the Upper West Side on Tuesday.
Grammy and Emmy Award-winning musician Lizzo made a surprise visit to meet Brooklyn students and debut her new children's book.
A Bronx pizzeria is proving that kindness is contagious by giving slices to hungry New Yorkers.
Brooklyn Community Services says keeping its mobile shower program running is becoming increasingly difficult as the costs of fuel, hygiene products and other expenses rise.
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 fundraiser took place in Central Park over the weekend with a huge turnout.
The owners posted on social media announcing they are closing on Oct. 18 after they lost their lease for the location.
Suffolk County authorities are looking for the person who abandoned a dog in Shirley.
Suffolk County officers said they spotted street racing before they were able to pull over truck towing a trailer with a race car on board.
Some of the people building AI systems are calling for new safeguards. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
