Opening statements set to begin in Sen. Bob Menendez's trial
The bribery trial of New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez was poised for opening statements Wednesday afternoon after a jury was picked.
The bribery trial of New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez was poised for opening statements Wednesday afternoon after a jury was picked.
All lanes of the George Washington Bridge have reopened after police activity caused major delays for the Wednesday morning commute.
Jury selection began Monday, and the jury is expected to be seated Wednesday afternoon before opening arguments can begin.
Jury selection began earlier this week in the corruption trial of New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez, who is accused of trading his political influence for cash, gold bars and a new Mercedes-Benz convertible. Donte Mills, civil and criminal attorney joins CBS New York to break down what we can expect from this trial.
The George Washington Bridge is experiencing heavy delays for the morning commute into Manhattan.
A New Jersey school bus driver is being hailed a hero after safely getting students off a bus that burst into flames. CBS New York's Derick Waller has the dramatic video.
The New Jersey congressman is facing bribery and extortion charges and is accused of acting as a foreign agent to benefit the governments of Qatar and Egypt. CBS New York's Christina Fan has a closer look at the case.
Video shows a school bus in flames in a New Jersey neighborhood, and witnesses say the bus driver's quick action got all the kids off the bus safely. CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has the story.
A new Stew Leonard's store in Clifton features a special tribute for the man who started it all, Stew Leonard Sr., who died in 2023.
The Povolos missed their high school graduation because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but four years later, the quintuplets from New Jersey are making up for it in college.
Children were on a school bus in New Jersey when it caught fire Tuesday afternoon, but thanks to the driver, everyone got out safely. Dan Rice reports from Chopper 2.
The New Jersey senator has a "fear of scarcity" and developed "a longstanding coping mechanism of routinely withdrawing and storing cash in his home," his lawyers said last month.
West Orange fire officials have not confirmed the victims' identities or relationship, but neighbors say an older couple lived there with their cat for at least two decades. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
The New Jersey Senate joined the Assembly in passing a controversial overhaul to the state's Open Public Records Act.
Menendez is accused of trading his political influence for bribes of gold bars and cash. CBS New York's Christine Sloan reports.
The move came two days after the Assembly did the same. The measure is now headed to Gov. Phil Murphy's desk. CBS New York's Tim McNicholas reports.
Human remains found in Galloway Township in June 2021 were identified as Kevin Morris, who was reported missing from New York City in 2011.
New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez appeared in a Manhattan court for the start of his trial on federal corruption charges. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
At least one person was rescued from the burning building in Bayonne, New Jersey.
The state's Open Public Records Act was first enacted in 2002 and governs public access to government records.
The New Jersey Democrat is facing multiple charges, along with his wife Nadine, for allegedly accepting bribes from businessmen and performing favors in return. CBS New York's Christina Fan has a closer look at the case.
CBS New York's Lisa Rozner has the latest on the veteran New Jersey lawmaker's fight to save his freedom and political career.
Fourteen-year-old Suhaila O'Dowd and her mom Nasheela are raising money for the Susan G. Komen Ride for the Cure, a new fundraiser in New Jersey this year. CBS New York's Elaine Quijano and Doug Williams report.
Craig Allen has the Tri-State Area's latest First Alert Forecast on CBS2 News This Morning.
Afficionado Coffee Roasters is keeping costs down by creating sustainable partnerships with farmers around the world, even as international coffee prices reach all-time highs. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik are reprising their roles from "Big Bang Theory" in part one of the "Young Sheldon" series finale.
Amazon Prime Day 2024 is on its way this July. Here's what happens during the annual sale and how it will work.
The bribery trial of New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez was poised for opening statements Wednesday afternoon after a jury was picked.
The City Council is trying to get Mayor Adams to added more money to the budget for education programs.
Metal detectors were in place Wednesday at the High School of Graphic Communication Arts after two students were slashed and stabbed during a fight.
The City Council is trying to get Mayor Adams to added more money to the budget for education programs.
The NFL has released more of its 2024 schedule, with the New York Jets taking on the Minnesota Vikings in London.
All lanes on the George Washington Bridge have reopened after drivers faced heavy delays for the morning commute.
The New York City Ferry is making it easier to hit the beach this summer with the return of Rockaway Reserve and the Rockaway Rocket.
A CBS New York analysis of NYCHA data found the average wait time for repairs has gotten longer compared to last year.
Temperatures around New York and New Jersey will rebound nicely Monday, as highs reach the upper 60s and low 70s.
Mother's Day was mostly a gloomy day in New York City and across the Tri-State Area.
Sunday night may offer a chance to see the northern lights in suburban areas of New York City after an "extreme" geomagnetic storm reached Earth on Friday.
It will be cool with rain around the area in the morning. Rain and drizzle will linger during the remainder of the day.
Accompanying cooler temperatures will be multiple chances of rain through Sunday.
A Sayreville school bus driver was able to safely evacuate half a dozen students from the vehicle when it caught fire Tuesday.
Aaron Rodgers and the Jets will open the 2024 season at the 49ers on Sept. 9. The NFL will release the full schedule on Wednesday.
The New Jersey Senate joined the Assembly in passing a controversial overhaul to the state's Open Public Records Act.
Human remains found in Galloway Township in June 2021 were identified as Kevin Morris, who was reported missing from New York City in 2011.
Temperatures around New York and New Jersey will rebound nicely Monday, as highs reach the upper 60s and low 70s.
There's an intense debate on whether to arm school security after Farmingdale schools became the latest on Long Island to plan to hire armed guards.
Mother's Day was mostly a gloomy day in New York City and across the Tri-State Area.
A New York Supreme Court judge has struck down Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman's executive order banning transgender athletes from playing women's and girl's sports at county-owned facilities.
The U.S. Coast Guard is trying to find the source of a mysterious oily sheen reported on the waters of Long Island Sound.
Sunday night may offer a chance to see the northern lights in suburban areas of New York City after an "extreme" geomagnetic storm reached Earth on Friday.
The bribery trial of New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez was poised for opening statements Wednesday afternoon after a jury was picked.
The City Council is trying to get Mayor Adams to added more money to the budget for education programs.
President Biden and former President Donald Trump will go head-to-head in presidential debates on June 27 and Sept. 10, their campaigns said Wednesday.
The move comes days after the U.S. withheld shipments of certain munitions to Israel over concerns about a ground offensive in the Gaza city of Rafah.
Former President Donald Trump's attorneys got their first chance to question Michael Cohen on his second day of testimony and took aim at his credibility.
Leonette Belfield-Carson, whose daughter Jalissa Nadine Carson died of cancer, is now an advocate for other moms with children battling cancer.
A new report from New Jersey's Department of Health shows lead levels in children are dropping but not gone.
Kyle McMorrow was just 36 years old when he suffered a stroke last year. He woke up with neck pain one day, not realizing what was happening.
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
Hormel Foods says potentially contaminated products were shipped to Publix and Dollar Tree distribution warehouses.
Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik are reprising their roles from "Big Bang Theory" in part one of the "Young Sheldon" series finale.
Caitlin Clark struggled early in her WNBA debut before finishing with 20 points and 10 turnovers as the Indiana Fever fell to the Connecticut Sun 92-71.
The Paramount+ Movie Nights series will offer dozens of free outdoor movie screenings at New York City parks this summer.
The WNBA tipped off its 28th season with the Las Vegas Aces seeking a three-peat, Caitlin Clark debuting and the league growing faster than ever.
Actor Steve Buscemi appeared to be looking at his phone moments before he was randomly punched in New York City, exclusive video obtained by CBS New York shows.
The NFL has released more of its 2024 schedule, with the New York Jets taking on the Minnesota Vikings in London.
Caitlin Clark struggled early in her WNBA debut before finishing with 20 points and 10 turnovers as the Indiana Fever fell to the Connecticut Sun 92-71.
Jalen Brunson scored 44 points, and the New York Knicks moved a win away from their first Eastern Conference finals trip since 2000 by beating the Indiana Pacers 121-91 in Game 5.
Giancarlo Stanton homered and Carlos Rodón overcame a shaky start and worked six-plus strong innings as the New York Yankees beat the Minnesota Twins 5-1.
Aaron Nola pitched a four-hitter for his fourth major league shutout and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the slumping New York Mets 4-0 to finish a two-game sweep.
A Thai community is thriving along Woodside Avenue in Elmhurst, Queens.
Big Reuse says the lot helps take in 2 million pounds of food scraps and yard waste annually to create compost.
The River Garden in West Farms is a place that nurtures home-grown opportunities and curiosity.
Leonette Belfield-Carson, whose daughter Jalissa Nadine Carson died of cancer, is now an advocate for other moms with children battling cancer.
A new piece of legislation passed in the New York State Budget clarifies the distinction between squatters and tenants.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
The summit, which will take place on Sept. 18 and 19, will bring together a wide range of experts and leaders from across the country to better understand urban rats and how to lower their populations. CBS New York's Chris Wragge reports.
CBS New York's Christine Sloan has the latest from Manhattan.
The miniature poodle chowed down on Wednesday at Bar Bouloud in Manhattan. CBS New York's John Dias reports.
CBS New York's John Elliott says Thursday will be somewhat of an improvement, but it will still be dreary. Friday looks better but the weekend could be wet.
All lanes of the George Washington Bridge have reopened after police activity caused major delays for the Wednesday morning commute.