Rev. Al Sharpton urges Andrew Cuomo to abandon run for NYC mayor
The Rev. Al Sharpton says he's concerned about Andrew Cuomo's legacy, which is why he is urging the former governor to drop out of the race for New York City mayor.
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The Rev. Al Sharpton says he's concerned about Andrew Cuomo's legacy, which is why he is urging the former governor to drop out of the race for New York City mayor.
The civil rights leader's comments came on the same day President Trump ramped up his attacks on Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
In an interview on MSNBC, the civil rights leader said New Yorkers made their choice clear during the Democratic primary and they should be the ones to decide the future of the city. CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu reports.
Zohran Mamdani has officially won the Democratic nomination for mayor of NYC, defeating Andrew Cuomo in the primary election.
President Trump made remarks about Mamdani on the very day he clinched the Democratic mayoral primary.
The latest election results in the NYC mayor race show Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani winning the Democratic nomination.
New York City's Board of Elections released the latest primary results Tuesday, showing Mamdani with 56% of the vote after ranked choice rounds. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer breaks it down.
Zohran Mamdani has claimed victory in the NYC mayoral Democratic primary, but sources say Andrew Cuomo is waiting on the next round of ranked choice voting results to make his next move. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
J.C. Polanco, assistant professor at University of Mount Saint Vincent, and political consultant O'Brien Murray break down the week's seismic developments in the NYC mayor's race with Marcia Kramer.
Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani is the presumptive Democratic nominee for NYC mayor, a seismic development in the general election.
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is considering whether to actively campaign in the NYC mayor's race, sources say.
President Trump is attacking the Queens assemblyman and presumptive Democratic nominee for mayor. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
The political stunner in the New York City mayoral primary election is having an effect nationally. Queens Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani turned the race on its ear when he took the victory over former Gov. Andrew Cuomo. In Washington, the win is creating some optimism and some concern. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane discusses the divide in the Democratic party.
The former governor faced a Friday deadline to withdraw his name from the November ballot, but sources say he will be staying on. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has the latest.
Queens Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani spoke with CBS News New York Thursday about his strategy for attracting independent voters.
The gloves are off in the race for New York City mayor as the candidates turn their attention to the general election. Thursday, Mayor Eric Adams formally launched his reelection campaign shortly before accusing the Democratic nominee of antisemitism. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman spoke with Zohran Mamdani.
CBS News New York's Ali Bauman spoke to Zohran Mamdani one-on-one following his success in New York City's Democratic mayoral primary election.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams announced his reelection campaign Thursday for the November general election.
Mayor Eric Adams formally announced his campaign for reelection during a raucous rally at City Hall on Thursday, and a new poll shows he has a lot of work to do if he wants to continue living at Gracie Mansion. CBS News New York political reporter Marcia Kramer has the story.
He said he sees his resounding success in the mayoral primary as a mandate to deliver on the Democratic socialist platform he campaigned on. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
The incumbent plans to address supporters gathered on the steps of City Hall on Thursday afternoon. CBS News New York's Christina Fan has more on the race for Gracie Mansion.
Zohran Mamdani turned the race for New York City mayor on its ear on Tuesday night with his stunning upset victory over former Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
As NYC primary election results come in, Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani has a commanding lead over former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the mayor's race.
Cuomo called Mamdani to congratulate him, saying he won the NYC Democratic mayoral primary election.
Get to know the Democratic primary candidates in the NYC mayor election and where they stand on the issues.
A Queens man says he had trouble eating and drinking while suffering from cyclosporiasis.
A man says he suffered a concussion after he was randomly shoved into a moving train at a Bronx subway station.
A Mount Vernon man is accused of fatally shooting a woman in the Bronx on Monday.
A former cargo ship captain pleaded guilty on Wednesday to drugging and raping a U.S. Merchant Marine Academy cadet.
The families of eight murdered women faced down Rex Heuermann and now want justice beyond the courtroom.
A Queens man says he had trouble eating and drinking while suffering from cyclosporiasis.
A man says he suffered a concussion after he was randomly shoved into a moving train at a Bronx subway station.
A Mount Vernon man is accused of fatally shooting a woman in the Bronx on Monday.
A former cargo ship captain pleaded guilty on Wednesday to drugging and raping a U.S. Merchant Marine Academy cadet.
The families of eight murdered women faced down Rex Heuermann and now want justice beyond the courtroom.
A heat advisory is in effect until Wednesday night for most of the Tri-State Area, with feels-like temperatures reaching into the 100s.
The Tri-State Area is dealing with extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources try to keep residents cool.
A heat advisory is in effect until Wednesday night for the Tri-State Area, with feels-like temperatures reaching into the 100s.
A heat advisory goes into effect from Tuesday to Wednesday for NYC and the surrounding area, as feels-like temperatures could reach the 100s.
People in the New York City area should brace for more extreme weather this week.
A New Jersey daycare owner is accused of administering melatonin to two children in her care without the consent of their parents.
Most of the Tri-State Area will be under another air quality alert Thursday due to smoke from Canadian wildfires.
A heat advisory is in effect until Wednesday night for most of the Tri-State Area, with feels-like temperatures reaching into the 100s.
A Freehold Township High School teacher faces charges for allegedly having a sexual relationship with a student, prosecutors said Tuesday.
The Tri-State Area is dealing with extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources try to keep residents cool.
A former cargo ship captain pleaded guilty on Wednesday to drugging and raping a U.S. Merchant Marine Academy cadet.
The families of eight murdered women faced down Rex Heuermann and now want justice beyond the courtroom.
Authorities on Long Island are warning about a scheme in which victims are being urged to convert their savings into gold bars, then hand them over for "safekeeping."
Authorities on Long Island are warning about a scheme in which victims are being urged their savings into gold bars, and to then hand over those gold bars over for "safekeeping." CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Some storms returned to the New York City and New Jersey area on Friday.
New York City officials confirmed Wednesday that outreach teams were midway through efforts to help the homeless at a sprawling West Side encampment before dismantling their living spaces.
The future of the New York City horse carriage industry was debated Wednesday at a City Council public hearing.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche testified Wednesday before the Senate Judiciary Committee for his confirmation hearing to lead the Justice Department in a permanent capacity.
The battle over carriage horses in New York City has gone on for decades, but on Wednesday the sides will square off in front of the City Council over a bill that is designed to effectively kill the industry.
Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil is suing the federal government and several private groups, alleging they were part of a conspiracy to suppress criticism of Israel.
A Queens man says he had trouble eating and drinking while suffering from cyclosporiasis.
The number of cyclosporiasis cases in the state of New York keeps growing.
As the number of cases of Legionnaires' disease on the Upper East Side continues to rise, City Council Speaker Julie Menin is blasting the Mamdani administration over its handling of the outbreak.
All of the Upper East Side buildings with cooling towers that tested positive for Legionella bacteria have completed necessary cleaning, New York City health officials said Sunday.
Thirty-one people who were hospitalized with Legionnaires' disease on the Upper East Side have been discharged, New York City health officials said Saturday.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The final show of Jay-Z's anniversary concert series at Yankee Stadium was delayed for hours after hundreds of ticketless fans flooded the gates and breached security, according to officials.
Jay-Z and some very special guests took over Yankee Stadium on Friday night, performing to a sold-out crowd.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married in a place that generates plenty of garbage, and one man figured out there is a market for it if you package it just right.
Defending World Cup champion Argentina rallied to edge England 2-1 to advance to Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium, where they will face Spain.
The World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina was a grudge match, reopening decades-old wounds for both countries.
Dylan Cease struck out the side in the first inning, combining with 10 relievers on a three-hitter in a show of pitching dominance that led the American League to a 4-0 win over the National League in the All-Star Game.
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
Jordan Walker played spoiler in Philadelphia and homered on his last six swings to defeat Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber at Citizens Bank Park.
Two Upper West Side children went on a mission to visit 40 playgrounds in one day, hoping to set a record.
Eddie Palmieri, the East Harlem legend who revolutionized Latin music, now has a street renamed in his honor.
Services for the UnderServed's urban gardens and beehives provide therapeutic opportunities for New Yorkers with intellectual and developmental disabilities and behavioral health challenges
Religious institutions across the country are exploring how their properties can help address the affordable housing crisis, with a Brooklyn development offering a model for blending community needs with faith-based missions.
The Classical Theatre of Harlem's artistic director says Shakespeare's famous tragedy is more relevant today, though audiences can always expect a twist.
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.
Knicks stars Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby took home awards at the ESPYs on Wednesday.
The World Cup final match is set after Argentina won Wednesday's semifinal against England. They'll face off against Spain this Sunday at MetLife Stadium. CBS News New York's Larry Ridley reports.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for July 15 at 11 p.m.
There have been 517 reported cases of the parasitic infection cyclosporiasis across New York state since May, and nearly 400 of them are in New York City, health officials say. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
There was a packed house in Jersey City on Wednesday for a City Council meeting as residents spoke out against a proposed tax hike.
