Early morning fire destroys church building in Yonkers
Flames devoured St. George Orthodox Church, leaving little but brick and rubble of what used to be a community hall. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports from the scene.
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Flames devoured St. George Orthodox Church, leaving little but brick and rubble of what used to be a community hall. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports from the scene.
Firefighters were able to contain the flames to the rectory, preventing them from spreading to the church. CBS New York's Christina Fan has a live update from the scene.
All of the donations were dropped off at the Sacred Heart Church food pantry in Yonkers. The pantry says it was in desperate need of the items. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
It is a place to go snap happy -- Instagrammable -- and it's free. No tickets, no reservations.
The annual Grand Holiday Illumination celebration at Untermyer Park and Gardens in Yonkers is a Friday night festivity that truly lives up to its name. CBS New York's Tony Aiello was there when they threw the switch on its 100,000 lights. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/41jdzPh
That would only happen if MGM Resorts International gets a commercial license from New York state.
We're getting a look at the plans to turn Empire City Casino in Yonkers into a full-scale resort. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/47XBmqg
One of the veteran's grandsons was shocked to hear about the plaque but overjoyed it wasn't sold or recycled.
A veteran's cemetery plaque is back in its rightful place after a Yonkers business owner found it in a dumpster. CBS New York's Kristie Keleshian reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/465g3lj
A veteran's cemetery plaque was brought back to its rightful place in Yonkers on Saturday. CBS New York's Kristie Keleshian heard from those who found it and the very grateful family of that veteran. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/465g3lj
Democrat Mike Spano is seeking an unprecedented fourth term as mayor of Yonkers.
History was made in Yonkers on Tuesday. Democrat Mike Spano won an unprecedented fourth term as mayor. CBS New York's Tony Aiello reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3FNFcpJ
We're watching a high profile race in the northern suburbs. Democrat Mike Spano is seeking an unprecedented fourth term as mayor of Yonkers, up against challenger Councilman Anthony Merante. CBS New York's Tony Aiello reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3FNFcpJ
Voters in Yonkers have a historic choice Tuesday -- whether to elect the incumbent mayor to an unprecedented fourth term.
A big complaint from good government groups is low turnout, so get out and let your voice be heard.
The Democrat is receiving a spirited challenge from Republican Councilman Anthony Merante.
As CBS New York's Tony Aiello reports, Republican Anthony Merante is hoping to spoil the Democrat's Election Day party.
Police say patrols will be stepped up that night to ensure safety.
Halloween is just one week away, and the city of Yonkers has issued a curfew for trick-or-treaters. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3Q8Cpfx
Investigators say the couple offered to sell large quantities of fentanyl, heroin and cocaine to an informant.
Police say a 54-year-old White Plains woman drove onto the sidewalk, struck O'Rourke and then smashed into a home.
Police and prosecutors say there will be no criminal charges in the death of a beloved Yonkers community volunteer. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3M7aj3d
The impact damaged walls near the cafeteria's kitchen.
A driver crashed into a school in Yonkers before classes began Tuesday morning. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3ttHWG3
Five Americans wrongfully detained in Iran are on their way home after the U.S. reached a prisoner swap deal. CBS New York's Dick Brennan reports.
The New Orleans Pelicans edged the Brooklyn Nets 116-113 on Wednesday night.
The Ottawa Senators handed the New York Rangers a fifth consecutive loss, beating them 8-4 on Wednesday night.
A pastor in Morristown, New Jersey, says community members are too afraid to go outside after recent ICE activity.
Nico Hischier scored his second goal of the game on a breakaway at 3:42 of overtime to give the Devils a 3-2 victory over the Kraken on Wednesday.
A shooting occurred Wednesday night in north Minneapolis after ICE officers were attacked by men with shovels during an arrest operation, three U.S. officials told CBS News.
Border czar Tom Homan said no decision had been made about the exact nature of the cuts, which are supposed to take effect in two weeks.
A school in Manhattan was placed on lockdown Wednesday afternoon after shots were fired in a nearby park.
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.
The trial of NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran got underway Wednesday in the Bronx. Duran faces manslaughter charges in the death of 30-year-old Eric Duprey in Aug. 2023.
Wednesday night, things begin to change. Showers linger, and areas well north and west may pick up some light snow.
Two men posing as Amazon delivery workers held a Connecticut homeowner at gunpoint while robbing him and his wife, police said.
Wednesday night, things begin to change. Showers linger, and areas well north and west may pick up some light snow.
Police in Danbury, Connecticut, are actively looking for a man who they believe fired a deadly gunshot that traveled through a wall and killed his neighbor.
There's plenty of sunshine is on the way to the Tri-State Area, but the First Alert Weather team is also tracking a round of snow later this week.
It was a mostly dry Sunday, until some snow squalls briefly hit the Tri-State Area on Sunday night.
A pastor in Morristown, New Jersey, says community members are too afraid to go outside after recent ICE activity.
Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop is reflecting on his public career as he moves to New York for his next job.
Priyatharsini Natarajan, 35, of Hillsborough, N.J. faces two first-degree murder charges in the death of her two boys, 5 and 7.
Wednesday night, things begin to change. Showers linger, and areas well north and west may pick up some light snow.
The New Jersey governor highlighted his achievements during his eight years in office in his final State of the State address.
Wednesday night, things begin to change. Showers linger, and areas well north and west may pick up some light snow.
Three people were sentenced Tuesday for their roles in murdering and dismembering a man and a woman in Amityville in February 2024.
The trial in the case of accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann is finally in sight.
Hochul laid out plans to move New York toward universal child care, and restrict 3-D printed ghost guns in the state.
A new bill proposed in New York would target private businesses that don't quickly turn over surveillance footage after a crime. The legislation is named after the young employee killed at a Long Island CVS on Christmas Day.
A shooting occurred Wednesday night in north Minneapolis after ICE officers were attacked by men with shovels during an arrest operation, three U.S. officials told CBS News.
Border czar Tom Homan said no decision had been made about the exact nature of the cuts, which are supposed to take effect in two weeks.
Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop is reflecting on his public career as he moves to New York for his next job.
The FBI's search is part of a probe into a federal employee suspected of mishandling classified information, Attorney General Pam Bondi said.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Tuesday nominated Midori Valdivia to lead the Taxi and Limousine Commission.
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.
Loved ones of patients at hospitals in New York City are concerned about care as nurses continue to strike due to failed contract negotiations on Monday.
The New York State Nurses Association said it called for the strike as negotiations stalled with the city's wealthiest hospitals.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
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.
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Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
Video of an angry confrontation during intermission at a performance of "Mamma Mia!" on Broadway is going viral on social media.
The New Orleans Pelicans edged the Brooklyn Nets 116-113 on Wednesday night.
The Ottawa Senators handed the New York Rangers a fifth consecutive loss, beating them 8-4 on Wednesday night.
Nico Hischier scored his second goal of the game on a breakaway at 3:42 of overtime to give the Devils a 3-2 victory over the Kraken on Wednesday.
John Harbaugh interviewed in person with the Giants on Wednesday for their head coaching vacancy, a report says.
Adam Lowry and Kyle Connor each had a goal and an assist, and the Winnipeg Jets beat the New York Islanders 5-4.
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.
Harlem native Teyana Taylor wins her first major acting honor at the 83rd Golden Globes Awards for her performance in Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another." Locals say it's a win for the whole neighborhood.
Legislation would protect and expand hunger programs and improve benefit security as New York pantries see rising demand.
The people and businesses of Ridgewood, Queens, have banded together to help those impacted by the recent apartment building fire.
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.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for January 14 at 11 p.m.
An 85-year-old woman was found stabbed to death at a home in Brooklyn late Tuesday. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
A pastor in Morristown, New Jersey, says community members are too afraid to go outside after recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Saks Global has filed for bankruptcy.
Late Wednesday, Verizon said their hours-long outage was resolved, but that some customers may still have lingering problems. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
