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Sinkhole at LaGuardia Airport forces runway to shut down
A runway at LaGuardia Airport was shut down on Wednesday morning after a sinkhole was spotted.
Severe storms move through region as unseasonably hot weather continues
A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for New York City, Long Island, all of New Jersey and parts of Connecticut until 9 p.m.
NJ Transit service resumes at Penn Station New York after brush fire
A brush fire near one of the Hudson River Tunnels has suspended NJ Transit rail service into and out of Penn Station New York.
Parts of Kissena Park in Queens still without water after years of outages
Advocates estimate one-third of the 200-acre park in Flushing is still without functioning drinking fountains and bathrooms.
N.J. governor declares state of emergency after April freeze damaged crops
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency because freezing temperatures this spring damaged crops at local farms.
3 women charged in connection to 7-year-old girl's death on Long Island
A woman, her mother and her daughter have all been charged in connection a child's death on Long Island.
Saliva test to detect drugs is a game changer for DWI enforcement, police say
Police on Long Island are now using a roadside saliva test that can detect marijuana use and other drugs in minutes.
Questions about manhole complaints in NYC arise after woman falls to her death
The shocking incident sparked questions about just how widespread manhole complaints are across New York City.
Video shows chaos break out at Long Branch, N.J., pop-up gathering
A Jersey Shore community had to implement a curfew and use its public alert system to tell residents to take shelter after authorities say several hundred teenagers and young adults came to the beachfront for a pop-up gathering.
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Summer travelers may face vacation inflation this year
With the price of gas, food and other services all soaring, the cost of vacation is top of mind. Kris Van Cleave takes a look at just how much more expensive that summer trip may be this year.
Rudy Giuliani's son gives update on his father's health
Rudy Giuliani's son says his father is doing great after being hospitalized in critical condition with pneumonia earlier this month.
3 NYPD officers hurt after responding to Queens apartment fire
The NYPD said three officers were taken to a local hospital after responding to an apartment fire in Queens on Wednesday.
Brush fire near NJ Transit tracks suspends service at Penn Station New York
A brush fire near one of the Hudson River Tunnels has suspended NJ Transit rail service into and out of Penn Station New York.
Severe storms moving through Tri-State Area
CBS News New York's Scott Padgett has your First Alert Forecast for May 20 at 8 p.m.
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Severe storms moving through Tri-State Area
CBS News New York's Scott Padgett has your First Alert Forecast for May 20 at 8 p.m.
First Alert Weather 101: Have a meteorologist visit your classroom!
From the science of forecasting to weather safety – First Alert Weather 101 is an interactive way to get students thinking about STEM. There's also a chance your students might be on TV.
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NYC Council Speaker Julie Menin rekindles school buffer zones bill
Last month, Mayor Zohran Mamdani vetoed the controversial "buffer zone" bill for protests outside of New York City schools. City Council Speaker Julie Menin is now trying to make changes to keep the mayor from vetoing it again.
NYPD splits Bronx into 2 patrol boroughs, increases summer patrols citywide
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch and Gov. Kathy Hochul were all on hand Wednesday morning to officially launch a split of the Bronx into two separate police boroughs, called Bronx North and Bronx South.
Mangione supporters should not have been given press passes, mayor says
Luigi Mangione supporters have loudly made their feelings known outside every court appearance, but several are now in court with official press passes.
NYC is in "a new era for childcare," Mayor Zohran Mamdani says
New York City has extended nearly 100,000 3-K and Pre-K offers for the upcoming school year, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Tuesday.
NYC Mayor Mamdani announces city-run grocery store coming to Hunts Point
New York City's second city-run grocery store will be in the Bronx, Mayor Zohran Mamdani and city officials announced Monday.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani faces trouble from group NYC Common Sense
Five months into Mayor Zohran Mamdani's term, a group of New York City's more moderate power brokers have announced plans to raise money, file lawsuits and work against the democratic socialist.
Mamdani unveils plans to cut affordable housing red tape
Citing affordable housing as New York City's number one crisis, Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a plan to cut red tape and make it easier for New Yorkers to find a home.
Mayor Mamdani says he has balanced NYC's budget, will not raise property taxes
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said Tuesday his team has balanced the budget, closing a gap of more than $12 billion that he says he inherited.
Goldman-Lander race in 10th District may be all about endorsements
The Democratic primary in the 10th Congressional District is an intense fight where former New York City Comptroller Brad Lander is trying to unseat Rep. Dan Goldman.
CBS New York Investigates
Share your N.Y. and N.J. E-ZPass and Tolls by Mail story with us
CBS News New York is investigating the cashless tolling system in New York and New Jersey. Unpaid tolls can spiral into crushing debt — but that's just one of many issues drivers face.
Submit a tip to the CBS New York Investigative Team
A great investigative news tip should explain the situation in detail, be newsworthy, and have real-world consequences.
NYC school investigator warns about social media as sexual misconduct cases spike
Education officials are pointing to social media as a cause for sexual misconduct cases spiking in New York City schools.
Proposed battery energy storage site plan for Staten Island is scrapped
A controversial plan would build one of nation's largest battery energy storage sites near homes on Staten Island. The state says the sites are critical to New York's push for cleaner energy, but how and where they're built remains a flashpoint.
Changes to N.Y. medical fund could impact children's healthcare
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed millions to keep the program open, but the reforms would cut reimbursement rates for private duty nurses.
Experts warn of fake prom dress websites targeting teens, families
The Better Business Bureau and Visa are warning consumers to be vigilant while shopping due to an uptick in online scams.
A job offer via text message wound up costing a New Yorker $20,000, she says
Upper West Side resident Kathryn Detweiler says she lost about $20,000. It all started with a text from someone claiming to be a job recruiter.
N.Y. woman says L.I. dealership sold her car that she never received
An Upstate New York woman says she paid $3,300 for a car she never received. When she refused to pay for a car she said she didn't have, she says her credit started taking a hit.
Port Authority to install transponders in airfield vehicles after deadly crash
The Port Authority announced Tuesday it will install transponders to help air traffic controllers detect fire trucks and other airfield vehicles at local airports.
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L.A. teen accepted to 65 colleges chooses Columbia with a dream to pay it forward
A Los Angeles teen who got accepted to an astonishing 65 colleges is headed to Columbia University with a dream to pay it forward.
See the best looks of the Met Gala 2026
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
World's oldest nun celebrates 113th birthday on Long Island
Sister Francis Piscatella, New York's oldest person, celebrated her 113th birthday and Pope Leo XIV sent a blessing from the Vatican for the occasion.
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Nationals return to .500 with 8-4 defeat of Mets
The Nationals returned to .500 for the second time since the season's first week Wednesday night with an 8-4 victory over the Mets.
Brunson leads Knicks back in the 4th for win over Cavs in OT in Game 1
New York beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 115-104 in overtime on Tuesday night in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals.
Yankees get homers from Rice and McMahon, hold off Blue Jays 5-4
The New York Yankees held off the Toronto Blue Jays 5-4 on a 90-degree night Tuesday in the Bronx.
James Wood's inside-the-park grand slam helps Nationals defeat Mets 9-6
The Washington Nationals rallied from an early five-run deficit Tuesday night to defeat the New York Mets 9-6.
Yankees top Blue Jays as Bellinger, Chisholm homer in 7th-inning rally
The New York Yankees survived another shaky performance by David Bednar to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-6 Monday night at Yankee Stadium.
Cost of Caregiving
Most elder abuse cases go unreported in New York. How to spot the signs.
A report from the NYC Department of Aging shows 15% of 8,600 older adults surveyed admitted to experiencing some form of elder abuse.
Elder abuse can be physical, financial or emotional
A new report released by the New York City Department of Aging shows 15% of more than 8,500 people surveyed admitted to experiencing some form of elder abuse. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Some ways to find help caring for special needs adults
Federal law entitles students with disabilities to special education services until they turn 21. What happens next is what many caregivers call "the transition cliff."
Parents of adult children with special needs face challenges caring for them
Federal law entitles students with disabilities to special education services until they turn 21. What happens next is what many caregivers call "the transition cliff." CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Chronic pain could lead seniors to misuse opioids, experts warn
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
#ClubCalvi: CBS New York Book Club with Mary Calvi
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Tiffany Warren discusses love, scandal, and drama in her new book "A Harlem Wedding"
"A Harlem Wedding" is based on the life of Yolande Du Bois, the daughter of civil rights icon W.E.B Du Bois, who married the man her father picked for her despite openly loving someone else
Tiffany L. Warren on her new novel "A Harlem Wedding" and the princess of the Harlem Renaissance
Tiffany L. Warren discusses her new novel "A Harlem Wedding," based on the life of Yolande Du Bois, daughter of civil rights icon W.E.B Dubois, who married the man her father picked for her despite openly loving someone else.
Author Laurie Gilmore on "The Daisy Chain Flower Shop," the new book in the Dream Harbor series
"The Daisy Chain Flower Shop" is the sixth book in the Laurie Gilmore's bestselling Dream Harbor romance series
"The Daisy Chain Flower Shop" author Laurie Gilmore talks to Club Calvi
As Calvi pointed out, the Dream Harbor books, "The Pumpkin Spice Café," "The Cinnamon Bun Book Store," "The Christmas Tree Farm," "The Strawberry Patch Pancake House," "The Gingerbread Bakery" and now "The Daisy Chain Flower Shop," are quaint titles that don't conjure up steamy scenes. But there's quite a bit of spice in the books that might surprise readers.
Mary Calvi sits down with Rob Shuter, author of "It Started With A Whisper"
Rob Shuter is a well-known gossip columnist, now debut author. He told Mary that his book "It Started With A Whisper" is about the world of gossip, the entertainment industry, and friendship.
#BetterTogether: Class Act with Chris Wragge
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#BetterTogether: Class Act with Chris Wragge
Bayside High School boasts CTE programs preparing students for the future
Bayside High School in Queens has six different career and technical education programs that are mandatory for all 3,000 students.
Bayside High School celebrates 90 years of excellence
Bayside High School alumni and staff cut a ribbon for the school's 90th birthday to start a month-long celebration.
Athletic director Joe Capuana reflects on what makes Bayside so special
Athletic director Joe Capuana is retiring after 30 years and describes what makes the Bayside High School Community like no other.
Class Act with Chris Wragge visits Bayside High School
CBS News New York's Chris Wragge takes us to Bayside High School, known for its six career and technical education programs preparing students for the future.
Sports medicine and management program creates special opportunities for students
One of the six CTE programs at Bayside High School is in sports medicine and management. It focuses on everything from medicine to physical therapy, rehab, coaching and much more. CBS News New York's Chris Wragge has the details.
Class Act with Chris Wragge visits Newark Tech
Class Act with Chris Wragge is back for our fourth season live from Newark Tech in Essex County, New Jersey.
Class Act with Chris Wragge announces 1st stop of new school year
Join us this Friday morning live from Newark Tech in New Jersey.
Commack High School's legendary band teacher retiring
Commack High School's legendary band teacher, Dr. Frank Hansen, is retiring after 40 years.
Commack High School packed with state-of-the-art programs
From its stock trading floor to an esports arena, Long Island's Commack High School has something for every student.
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Parts of Kissena Park in Queens still without water after years of outages
Advocates estimate one-third of the 200-acre park in Flushing is still without functioning drinking fountains and bathrooms.
3 women charged in connection to 7-year-old girl's death on Long Island
A woman, her mother and her daughter have all been charged in connection a child's death on Long Island.
NJ Transit service resumes at Penn Station New York after brush fire
NJ Transit rail service into and out of Penn Station New York resumed Wednesday night after a brush fire caused a suspension.
Saliva test to detect drugs is a game changer for DWI enforcement, police say
Police on Long Island are now using a roadside saliva test that can detect marijuana use and other drugs in minutes.
Questions about manhole complaints in NYC arise after woman falls to her death
The shocking incident sparked questions about just how widespread manhole complaints are across New York City.
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Severe storms move through region as unseasonably hot weather continues
New York City and most of New Jersey are under a heat advisory as the unseasonably hot and humid weather continues.
Heat advisory, air quality alert for NYC, N.J. for hottest day of the year so far
New York City and New Jersey are under a heat advisory and air quality alert as the hazy and humid weather settles in across the Tri-State Area.
New York, New Jersey set for warmest weekend weather of the year so far
The weekend is set to be the warmest of the year so far with summer-like weather across the Tri-State Area.
Scattered showers across the Tri-State Area before major weekend warmup
Keep an umbrella nearby as there's a chance for showers across the New York and New Jersey area. But the weather will turn to sunshine and warm temperatures for the weekend.
Keep the umbrella handy for potential showers across the Tri-State Area
The weather on Wednesday will be a mix of sunshine and clouds with the potential for a shower in New York City. In the evening, rain becomes more widespread.
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N.J. governor declares state of emergency after April freeze damaged crops
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency because freezing temperatures this spring damaged crops at local farms.
NJ Transit service resumes at Penn Station New York after brush fire
NJ Transit rail service into and out of Penn Station New York resumed Wednesday night after a brush fire caused a suspension.
Video shows chaos break out at Long Branch, N.J., pop-up gathering
A Jersey Shore community had to implement a curfew and use its public alert system to tell residents to take shelter after authorities say several hundred teenagers and young adults came to the beachfront for a pop-up gathering.
Severe storms move through region as unseasonably hot weather continues
New York City and most of New Jersey are under a heat advisory as the unseasonably hot and humid weather continues.
1.8-magnitude earthquake hits near Gladstone, N.J.
A 1.8-magnitude earthquake shook near Gladstone, New Jersey, Tuesday afternoon.
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3 women charged in connection to 7-year-old girl's death on Long Island
A woman, her mother and her daughter have all been charged in connection a child's death on Long Island.
Saliva test to detect drugs is a game changer for DWI enforcement, police say
Police on Long Island are now using a roadside saliva test that can detect marijuana use and other drugs in minutes.
Thousands of LIRR riders will be refunded for strike-related service disruptions
The MTA is moving forward with refunds for thousands of LIRR commuters who were left dealing with three days of service disruptions as workers went on strike.
Severe storms move through region as unseasonably hot weather continues
New York City and most of New Jersey are under a heat advisory as the unseasonably hot and humid weather continues.
Heat advisory, air quality alert for NYC, N.J. for hottest day of the year so far
New York City and New Jersey are under a heat advisory and air quality alert as the hazy and humid weather settles in across the Tri-State Area.
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NYC Council Speaker Julie Menin rekindles school buffer zones bill
Last month, Mayor Zohran Mamdani vetoed the controversial "buffer zone" bill for protests outside of New York City schools. City Council Speaker Julie Menin is now trying to make changes to keep the mayor from vetoing it again.
U.S. indicts Cuba's Raúl Castro for murder over downing of planes in 1996
Former Cuban leader Raúl Castro was indicted by a U.S. grand jury in connection with the Cuban military's fatal downing of two planes in 1996 — an escalation in the U.S. pressure campaign against the Cuban government.
NYPD splits Bronx into 2 patrol boroughs, increases summer patrols citywide
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch and Gov. Kathy Hochul were all on hand Wednesday morning to officially launch a split of the Bronx into two separate police boroughs, called Bronx North and Bronx South.
Watchdog group urges criminal investigation into former NYC Mayor Eric Adams
A New York City watchdog group is urging the Manhattan District Attorney to open an investigation into federal charges that were dropped against former Mayor Eric Adams.
Barney Frank, Massachusetts congressman for 32 years, dies at 86
Barney Frank, a Democrat who represented Massachusetts in Congress for 32 years, has died. He was 86 years old.
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AIDS Walk New York 2026 draws thousands for largest HIV/AIDS fundraiser
Thousands of people showed up bright and early for AIDS Walk New York 2026, the largest HIV and AIDS fundraiser in the U.S., in Central Park on Sunday.
New York doctor who survived Ebola says he fears for healthcare workers
A New York doctor who contracted and survived Ebola more than a decade ago says he is worried for healthcare workers who are at the center of treating the latest outbreak.
Changes to N.Y. medical fund could impact children's healthcare
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed millions to keep the program open, but the reforms would cut reimbursement rates for private duty nurses.
New Yorker describes hantavirus quarantine experience after cruise ship outbreak
A New York native is among 16 American passengers who are quarantining in Nebraska after being on the cruise ship that is at the center of the deadly hantavirus outbreak.
How concerned should New Yorkers be about hantavirus?
American passengers on the MV Hondius cruise ship, which was hit with a deadly outbreak of the hantavirus, are back in the U.S. Three of the at least 10 people confirmed infected in the outbreak have died.
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CBS News Radio anchors reflect on their legacy before final sign-off
Friday at 11 p.m. will be the final sign-off for CBS News Radio, home of the "World News Roundup" and several generations of the best in the business.
Rex Reed, longtime film critic and journalist, dies at 87
The well-known film critic and journalist Rex Reed has died at 87.
"The Pitt" star Isa Briones brings Filipino pride to stage and screen
"The Pitt" star Isa Briones is bringing heightened pride and Filipino presence to both stage and screen.
Broadway's "The Book of Mormon" cancels 2 weeks of performances after fire
Broadway's "The Book of Mormon" has canceled two weeks of performances following a fire at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre.
2026 Tony Awards nominations are announced. See the full list.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
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Nationals return to .500 with 8-4 defeat of Mets
The Nationals returned to .500 for the second time since the season's first week Wednesday night with an 8-4 victory over the Mets.
Brunson leads Knicks back in the 4th for win over Cavs in OT in Game 1
New York beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 115-104 in overtime on Tuesday night in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals.
Yankees get homers from Rice and McMahon, hold off Blue Jays 5-4
The New York Yankees held off the Toronto Blue Jays 5-4 on a 90-degree night Tuesday in the Bronx.
James Wood's inside-the-park grand slam helps Nationals defeat Mets 9-6
The Washington Nationals rallied from an early five-run deficit Tuesday night to defeat the New York Mets 9-6.
Yankees top Blue Jays as Bellinger, Chisholm homer in 7th-inning rally
The New York Yankees survived another shaky performance by David Bednar to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-6 Monday night at Yankee Stadium.
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Parts of Kissena Park in Queens still without water after years of outages
Advocates estimate one-third of the 200-acre park in Flushing is still without functioning drinking fountains and bathrooms.
Amazing stories of the Brooklyn Half Marathon's final finishers
Ahead of the 2026 RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon, some athletes are showing how simply reaching the starting line is a victory.
Harlem businesses fear 2nd Avenue subway project steers away customers
The Second Avenue Subway project has entered phase two of extending the "Q" line, but Harlem businesses say they're struggling to co-exist with the construction.
NYC Lawmakers push to delay enforcement of 2009 storefront gate law
City Council members say requirement for transparent roll-down gates is burdensome for small businesses ahead of the July 1 enforcement deadline.
Residents say they've been waiting decades for sanitation garage to move out
For more than four decades, residents living beside Brooklyn's District 13 Sanitation Garage in Coney Island have been waiting for the facility to move away from their homes.
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See photos of the 2026 NYC Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
Halloween Dog Parade 2025 photos from Tompkins Square Park
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
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.
Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival 2025 in NYC
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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Summer travelers may face vacation inflation this year
With the price of gas, food and other services all soaring, the cost of vacation is top of mind. Kris Van Cleave takes a look at just how much more expensive that summer trip may be this year.
Rudy Giuliani's son gives update on his father's health
Rudy Giuliani's son says his father is doing great after being hospitalized in critical condition with pneumonia earlier this month.
3 NYPD officers hurt after responding to Queens apartment fire
The NYPD said three officers were taken to a local hospital after responding to an apartment fire in Queens on Wednesday.
Brush fire near NJ Transit tracks suspends service at Penn Station New York
A brush fire near one of the Hudson River Tunnels has suspended NJ Transit rail service into and out of Penn Station New York.
Severe storms moving through Tri-State Area
CBS News New York's Scott Padgett has your First Alert Forecast for May 20 at 8 p.m.
