1 conviction overturned against man who set off pipe bomb in NYC subway
A federal appeals court in New York reversed a terrorism conviction against Akayed Ullah, who's serving life in prison for a pipe bomb attack in the subway in 2017.
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A federal appeals court in New York reversed a terrorism conviction against Akayed Ullah, who's serving life in prison for a pipe bomb attack in the subway in 2017.
Akayed Ullah is serving life in prison for setting off a pipe bomb under the Times Square subway passage in December 2017.
A little girl was found in a stroller alone in Times Square Tuesday night after police responded to an emergency call.
It happened at around 10 p.m. on Tuesday. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner has more on what led up to the incident.
A 1-year-old girl was abandoned in a stroller Tuesday night in Times Square, the NYPD said.
Police found a baby girl still in her stroller abandoned at about 10 p.m. in Times Square after someone called 911.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are gearing up for a big summer. Major events include the 2026 FIFA World Cup and America's 250th birthday celebration. In New York City, police say they're prepared to keep everyone safe.
A New Year's Eve-style Times Square ball drop event planned for July 3 will now be a ticketed indoor experience, organizers say.
A new Times Square skywalk with 360-degree views is now open in Manhattan.
The two workers got stuck on the side of a building at Broadway between 45th and 46th streets on Wednesday morning. The FDNY said they managed to get themselves inside and were not injured. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
A judge has rejected a lawsuit a German tourist filed against Los Tacos No. 1 taqueria in Times Square over its spicy salsa.
They staged a demonstration in Times Square on Monday, with some telling CBS New New York's Mahsa Saeidi they're hopeful people in their homeland will rise up and take their freedom.
Protests sparked up in New York City and across the country Saturday in response to the military strikes in Iran.
Dozens of couples celebrated their love Saturday with a Valentine's Day vow renewal in Times Square.
The Times Square Alliance is filling the city with love on Valentine's Day. CBS News New York's John Elliott reports.
So far, there have been no arrests, although police are speaking with a person of interest.
Police are speaking with a person of interest after a man was stabbed and slashed in Times Square early Wednesday morning.
Times Square hosted the biggest New Year's Eve celebration in the world Wednesday night, but you'll see few signs of it on New Year's Day. As soon as the party was over, sanitation crews moved in to start cleaning up. CBS News New York's Noëlle Lilley reports.
Here's how to stream Times Square New Year's Eve performances on Wednesday night and the ball drop ushering in 2026.
About 1 million people rang in the New Year in Times Square, but as soon as the celebration ended, a major cleanup operation got underway with sanitation crews working through the night. CBS News New York's Noëlle Lilley reports.
Here's what to know about the lineup of performances scheduled for New Year's Eve, as crowds gather in Times Square to ring in 2026.
Nearly 1 million people are jammed into Times Square for the New Year's Eve ball drop. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has the latest from the Crossroads of the World.
CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has what you need to know and speaks to revelers ready to ring in 2026.
NYC is getting ready to ring in New Year's Eve 2026 with the ball drop countdown in Times Square.
One million people are expected to pack Times Square for the annual ball drop Wednesday night, and this year, things will be different as we usher in the New Year and celebrate America's birthday in a special way. CBS News New York's Noëlle Lilley reports.
The Knicks had their biggest playoff victory in franchise history, overwhelming and eliminating the Hawks 140-89 in Game 6 on Thursday night.
A shooting at a library in Freehold, New Jersey, is under investigation.
The soccer clinic at the Jamaica YMCA turned into a dream come true when the kids were given free tickets to a World Cup match.
Suffolk County officials say contamination from a former Grumman Navy site is far worse than previously acknowledged and is still spreading.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing pressure from opposing sides regarding a housing voucher program. While some want it to expand, others want to curb its growth.
The soccer clinic at the Jamaica YMCA turned into a dream come true when the kids were given free tickets to a World Cup match.
Suffolk County officials say contamination from a former Grumman Navy site is far worse than previously acknowledged and is still spreading.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing pressure from opposing sides regarding a housing voucher program. While some want it to expand, others want to curb its growth.
Advocates and lawmakers are trying to close what they call a loophole in New York's laws against stalking and harassment, which they say do not keep up with the digital age.
A car theft ring that victimized more than 250 people in the Bronx, Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens has been broken up, the NYPD said Thursday.
Some residual showers may linger into early Sunday morning, but the majority of the rainfall should be over by sunrise.
Amtrak announced Thursday it is suing Metro-North for allegedly blocking nonrevenue trains on a portion of the busy Northeast Corridor for over two months.
The Tri-State Area has the dirtiest air in the U.S. east of Texas, according to The American Lung Association's newly released "State of the Air" report.
Colder weather returns to the New York City area this week with sub-freezing temperatures in the suburbs.
New York City's balmy weather proved to be record-breaking for the date of April 15.
A shooting at a library in Freehold, New Jersey, is under investigation.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill marked her 100th day in office by highlighting property tax relief and her affordability focus, but Republicans say New Jersey is more expensive.
The DOJ is suing New Jersey and Gov. Mikie Sherrill over recent legislation limiting the power of ICE agents in the Garden State.
Keyport residents say they're on edge because of dozens of cancer cases over the years in a neighborhood near the former Aeromarine landfill.
Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin, is set to be dissolved as a massive legal settlement resolving thousands of lawsuits takes effect.
Suffolk County officials say contamination from a former Grumman Navy site is far worse than previously acknowledged and is still spreading.
The Suffolk County Police Department has converted a seized 2020 Corvette Stingray Coupe into a full-fledged police car, with lights and siren, to raise awareness about driving while under the influence.
Residents said anti-Muslim vandalism was found on at least eight stop signs in the area of Carto Circle in Deer Park.
Rumblings of a possible LIRR strike are putting commuters on edge. The MTA says it's preparing for a potential walkout, while union leaders say they're fighting for a fair deal.
Delays are still lingering after a Long Island Rail Road train hit debris Wednesday morning in one of the East River tunnels.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing pressure from opposing sides regarding a housing voucher program. While some want it to expand, others want to curb its growth.
Advocates and lawmakers are trying to close what they call a loophole in New York's laws against stalking and harassment, which they say do not keep up with the digital age.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill marked her 100th day in office by highlighting property tax relief and her affordability focus, but Republicans say New Jersey is more expensive.
New York City Comptroller Mark Levine is giving a thumbs up to Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani's proposed pied-à-terre tax. His approval, however, comes with several caveats.
Applications for the Little Apple program open Thursday. It will provide full-day care for 40 children ranging from 6 weeks to 3 years old.
Keyport residents say they're on edge because of dozens of cancer cases over the years in a neighborhood near the former Aeromarine landfill.
The B.R.O. Experience Foundation uses cognitive behavioral therapy, mentorship and creative expression to support men of color navigating identity.
Travelers at Newark Airport may have been exposed to an individual with measles, New Jersey health officials warn.
The Tri-State Area has the dirtiest air in the U.S. east of Texas, according to The American Lung Association's newly released "State of the Air" report.
The 16th Annual Lustgarten Foundation New York City Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research was held Sunday in Battery Park City.
"The Ed Sullivan Show" on CBS brought the evolution of rock music into America's living rooms. More than 50 years after Sullivan died, he's getting the ultimate rock 'n' roll honor.
Megan Thee Stallion has decided to end her run with "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" early, the Broadway show announced on Monday.
The woman accusing Harvey Weinstein of raping her at a Manhattan hotel room in 2013 took the stand Monday in the third trial of the disgraced movie mogul.
Ticketmaster will be rereleasing tickets for Harry Styles' upcoming concerts in New York City that were originally purchased by scalpers, the company says.
The upcoming fashion exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art includes 25 mannequins based on real bodies.
The Knicks had their biggest playoff victory in franchise history, overwhelming and eliminating the Hawks 140-89 in Game 6 on Thursday night.
The soccer clinic at the Jamaica YMCA turned into a dream come true when the kids were given free tickets to a World Cup match.
The Nationals beat the Mets 5-4 Thursday, dealing reeling New York its 17th loss in 20 games.
The Washington Nationals routed the reeling New York Mets 14-2 on a rainy Wednesday night at Citi Field.
Nathan Eovaldi delivered seven scoreless innings as the Rangers blanked the Yankees 3-0, snapping New York's hot streak and avoiding a sweep in Arlington.
In New York City, where land is at a premium, a stockpile of pristine soil unearthed at construction sites helps lower emissions and support urban farmers.
Have you ever wondered what happens to a restaurant's leftover or unsold food at the end of the day? Food access advocates say it could make a big difference if it were served to the community.
A new report finds a shortage of courts, fields and swimming pools in some New York City neighborhoods.
Residents living near New York City's busiest airports say the noise overhead has escalated from a nuisance to a health concern.
Construction began Tuesday on a major redesign of Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn.
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.
Communities across New York City used Earth Month as an opportunity to reconnect with nature.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla have left the United States. After Wednesday's packed visit in New York City, the royals made a few stops in Virginia, then a final trip back to the White House. Bradley Blackburn reports.
The defense secretary's hearing on Capitol Hill comes as the Trump administration faces a pivotal deadline in the war with Iran. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.
The teen is accused of shooting and injuring a 15-year-old boy on an A train approaching 80th Street in Queens.
With the Knicks up 3-2 in the series against the Hawks, State Farm Arena might feel like Madison Square Garden during Game 6. CBS News New York's Otis Livingston reports.
