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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.
Two people were hurt when the suspect's car smashed into theirs south of the border between Yonkers and the Bronx.
Two people were hurt when police say a suspect drove the wrong way on the Major Deegan Expressway as he fled officers. CBS New York's Tony Aiello has an update on the investigation.
The NYPD said a Jeep Cherokee was being chased by Yonkers Police when it drove the wrong way into the northbound lanes.
They say the 39-year-old decked the cop after officers responded to a report of an unresponsive man on a sidewalk.
Police and political leadership in Yonkers are angry that a man was released with no bail after punching a cop in the face. It happened near Cypress Street and Yonkers Avenue on Sept. 6., after police answered a call for an unresponsive man on the sidewalk. CBS New York's Tony Aiello reports.
The Chicago Cubs handed the New York Mets their 10th consecutive loss with a 4-2 victory on Saturday.
A large fire broke out in Union City, New Jersey, near 38th Street and Bergen Turnpike on Saturday.
Former President Barack Obama met privately with New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani before joining together to read to preschoolers at a child care center in the Bronx.
Prince Owusu scored on a penalty kick and added three assists to spark CF Montreal to a 4-1 victory over the Red Bulls on Saturday.
The New York Yankees rolled to a 13-4 rout of the Kansas City Royals on Saturday afternoon.
Recurring elevator problems are back and worse than ever at one New York City high-rise, according to tenants.
Singer-songwriter Gavin DeGraw turned to social media for help reconnecting with a New York City bartender after a memorable performance this week.
The murder case surrounding the 1979 disappearance of 6-year-old Etan Patz in NYC is on track for a third trial.
Air Canada said its flights from Toronto and Montreal to New York City's JFK will cease June 1 and resume Oct. 25.
A young Long Island man who overcame autism to graduate high school as valedictorian is now poised to graduate from Hofstra with top honors.
New York City's balmy weather proved to be record-breaking for the date of April 15.
Parts of the New York area could see record high temperatures during a summerlike stretch of weather this week.
A major warmup, featuring summer-like temperatures in the 80s, will take over the Eastern Seaboard beginning Monday.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are finally turning the corner to warmer weather this week.
When UConn plays Michigan for the NCAA Men's Basketball championship tonight in Indianapolis, there are a few places in New York City where fans can root on their schools.
A large fire broke out in Union City, New Jersey, near 38th Street and Bergen Turnpike on Saturday.
The Invasive Species Management Act outlaws the sale and spread of species, like the Bradford pear, Japanese barberry and running bamboo, in the Garden State.
Crews rushed to the scene on Jefferson Street, where witnesses said flames erupted from the roof and spread to neighboring buildings.
The New Jersey Transit Police Department conducted its annual emergency response drill Saturday at MetLife Stadium in preparation for the FIFA World Cup.
NJ Transit and the NYNJ Host Committee announced their plan for transportation and parking ahead of the FIFA World Cup games at MetLife Stadium.
A young Long Island man who overcame autism to graduate high school as valedictorian is now poised to graduate from Hofstra with top honors.
New York families rely on state records to make sure car purchases are legit, but what happens when those records are wrong?
A Marine Corps veteran is walking more than 100 miles from eastern Long Island to Staten Island to support a little girl battling cancer.
A Nassau County man faces multiple charges are he allegedly tried to lure an 11-year-old earlier this week.
Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, Long Island has reopened after a deadly gang-related shooting Wednesday night.
Former President Barack Obama met privately with New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani before joining together to read to preschoolers at a child care center in the Bronx.
The deal, approved by the FCC, would create a company that owns 265 television stations in 44 states and Washington, D.C.
President Trump spoke with CBS News Friday in a new telephone interview.
The wife of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has apologized for what she says were "harmful" social media posts she made as a teenager.
The federal government is withholding $73 million in highway funds from New York, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Thursday.
Advocates fear New York state could be taking a step back when it comes to biomarker testing access for those with Medicaid.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
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 Rock And Roll Hall of Fame unveiled its list of inductees for 2026, and it includes the Wu-Tang Clan, the legendary, local hip-hop collective.
Jury selection for Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial in a Manhattan courtroom began Tuesday. He is being accused of raping actress Jessica Mann in 2013.
Afrika Bambaataa, a rapper and producer, was best known for breakthrough tracks like 1982's "Planet Rock" and for founding the Universal Zulu Nation art collective.
The Chicago Cubs handed the New York Mets their 10th consecutive loss with a 4-2 victory on Saturday.
Prince Owusu scored on a penalty kick and added three assists to spark CF Montreal to a 4-1 victory over the Red Bulls on Saturday.
The New York Yankees rolled to a 13-4 rout of the Kansas City Royals on Saturday afternoon.
Ryan McMahon broke out of his season-long slump with a tiebreaking, two-run homer in the eighth inning as the Yankees beat the Royals 4-2 on Friday night.
Moisés Ballesteros, Nico Hoerner and Ian Happ homered, and the Chicago Cubs handed the Mets their ninth straight loss, pounding New York 12-4.
Recurring elevator problems are back and worse than ever at one New York City high-rise, according to tenants.
Students at M.S. 407 transform a barren space into a habitat for bees and butterflies, part of a broader city push to expand pollinator-friendly green spaces.
Brooklyn officials announced a first-of-its-kind initiative to build sensory rooms in every District 75 elementary school.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration unveiled a dramatic traffic redesign at Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza.
New York City business owners are pushing on the State Legislature to pass Gov. Kathy Hochul's reforms that would roll back some of the climate legislation passed by New York state in 2019.
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.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for April 18 at 6 p.m.
A large fire broke out in Union City, New Jersey, near 38th Street and Bergen Turnpike on Saturday.
An illegal car meetup took over a city block in Maspeth, Queens, early Saturday morning, a City Council member said.
A United Airlines flight from Chicago to LaGuardia was diverted after what the flight crew described as a "potential bomb." Flight 2092 landed in Pittsburgh with all passengers safely exiting the aircraft. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
Former President Obama joined Mayor Zohran Mamdani at a child care center in the Bronx on Saturday.
