Strikes in Gaza and fatal stabbing in Tel Aviv spike fears of wider war
Tensions have soared following nearly 10 months of war in Gaza and the killing of two senior militants in separate strikes in Lebanon and Iran last week.
Tensions have soared following nearly 10 months of war in Gaza and the killing of two senior militants in separate strikes in Lebanon and Iran last week.
As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke Wednesday, the Palestinian community in New Jersey condemned his visit to Washington, D.C. CBS New York's Alice Gainer also spoke with a family member of an Israeli hostage in Gaza.
Palestinian youth held a news conference at a community center in New Jersey condemning Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to the United States Wednesday.
Palestinian youth held a news conference at a community center in New Jersey condemning Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to the United States Wednesday, and CBS New York's Alice Gainer spoke with a family member of an Israeli hostage in Gaza.
Israel's battle against Hamas has forced nearly 360,000 people to flee from a city they were told only months ago to seek refuge in.
President Biden said in an interview with CNN he's "made it clear" to Israelis that "they're not going to get our support" if they attack Rafah's population centers.
New Hamas propaganda videos purportedly show further signs of life of two hostages being held somewhere in Gaza. This comes as international allies keep pushing for a ceasefire. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Pro-Palestinian demonstrations that started at Columbia University over Israel's handling of the war in Gaza have spread to colleges across the country, and at some universities, protesters have been dealt with aggressively. Police arrested over 100 demonstrators at Northeastern University in Boston Saturday. Michael George and Elise Preston have the latest.
As protests continue at Columbia University, a group of students have filed a federal civil rights complaint accusing the university of discrimination against Palestinian students and allies.
Protesters demanding Yale University divest from military manufacturers and expressing "solidarity with Gaza" were detained Monday as demonstrations spilled out into the streets.
More than 100 people have been arrested at Columbia University over the Israel-Hamas war and the school's response. Felipe Rodriguez, professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice and former NYPD Sergeant Detective joins CBS New York to discuss the police's response to the protests.
Dueling protests between pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli demonstrators were held outside Columbia University on Wednesday. CBS New York's Ali Bauman reports.
Police were out in full force Monday night, keeping both sides apart and safe. But at times, things did get out of hand.
Police were out in full force Monday night, keeping both sides apart and safe. But at times, things did get out of hand. CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
They allegedly ran up to the alter yelling "Free Palestine" and holding a banner that read "Silence Equals Death."
They allegedly ran up to the alter yelling "Free Palestine" and holding a banner that read "Silence Equals Death." CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
The highest-ranking Jewish elected official in the U.S., Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, called on Thursday for new elections in Israel, saying Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was a "major obstacle to peace" and that he "has lost his way by allowing his political survival to take the precedence over the best interests of Israel."
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tells "Face the Nation" that Israel "can't have victory" in the war against Hamas until Hamas is "eliminated." If a terror attack similar to the Oct. 7 attack happened in the U.S., Netanyahu said the United States would be "doing a hell of a lot more."
Gov. Kathy Hochul apologized Saturday for remarks she made at a Jewish philanthropy event in New York City. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3SHEK2o
Palestinian-American families in New Jersey called for peace in the Israel-Hamas war Thursday.
Pro-Palestinian supporters held a rally Saturday outside the Brooklyn Museum.
A pro-Palestinian demonstration was held in Brooklyn on Saturday as Israeli airstrikes killed more Palestinians in Gaza.
President Joe Biden has issued an executive order targeting Israeli settlers in the West Bank accused of attacking Palestinians and Israeli peace activists. CBS New York's Alice Gainer reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/47Zpzav
Saturday marked seven years since former president Donald Trump's Muslim ban that sparked protests nationwide.
Protests were held across New York City on Saturday during a National Day of Action. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3Ui0kgh
Gov. Kathy Hochul says she wants to reduce congestion pricing tolls, but her plan is being met by opposition to any tolling.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul visited the site of a deadly 5,000-acre wildfire that's burning along the New York-New Jersey border Tuesday.
A Red Flag Warning is back in effect for much of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, as the fire threat remains high.
Saks Fifth Avenue says its holiday light show, a popular New York City tradition, is coming to an end.
The long-awaited ruling, related to presidential immunity, could have profound consequences for the case.
Gov. Kathy Hochul says she wants to reduce congestion pricing tolls, but her plan is being met by opposition to any tolling.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul visited the site of a deadly 5,000-acre wildfire that's burning along the New York-New Jersey border Tuesday.
A Red Flag Warning is back in effect for much of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, as the fire threat remains high.
Saks Fifth Avenue says its holiday light show, a popular New York City tradition, is coming to an end.
New York City's war on rats is entering its next phase today, with new trash bin rules for residential buildings.
A Red Flag Warning is back in effect for much of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, as the fire threat remains high.
Gov. Kathy Hochul is moving forward with a plan to "unpause" congestion pricing by the end of the year, sources tell CBS News New York.
Connecticut election results show Vice President Kamala Harris won the state, and Sen. Chris Murphy was reelected, CBS News projects.
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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul visited the site of a deadly 5,000-acre wildfire that's burning along the New York-New Jersey border Tuesday.
A Red Flag Warning is back in effect for much of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, as the fire threat remains high.
At the Vietnam Veterans Memorial & Museum in Holmdel on Monday, Acting New Jersey Gov. Tahesha Way touted the "Bringing Veterans Home" plan.
Gov. Kathy Hochul is moving forward with a plan to "unpause" congestion pricing by the end of the year, sources tell CBS News New York.
Authorities say the 5,000-acre Jennings Creek wildfire is 20% contained, with 10% containment in both New York and New Jersey.
Gov. Kathy Hochul says she wants to reduce congestion pricing tolls, but her plan is being met by opposition to any tolling.
Gov. Kathy Hochul is moving forward with a plan to "unpause" congestion pricing by the end of the year, sources tell CBS News New York.
An air quality alert has been issued for New York City, the Hudson Valley and northern New Jersey through 12 a.m. Monday due to smoke from wildfires in the area.
Suffolk County announced a new street takeover task force to stop dangerous and illegal street racing events.
The owners of a Long Island rental home were sentenced to probation and community service Thursday in connection to a 2022 fire that killed two sisters.
Gov. Kathy Hochul says she wants to reduce congestion pricing tolls, but her plan is being met by opposition to any tolling.
The long-awaited ruling, related to presidential immunity, could have profound consequences for the case.
Former U.S. Rep. Michael Grimm, a New York Republican who resigned from Congress following a tax fraud conviction, is paralyzed from the chest down.
Gov. Kathy Hochul is moving forward with a plan to "unpause" congestion pricing by the end of the year, sources tell CBS News New York.
Zeldin said it was an honor to join Trump's administration.
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
Decision to cut topping comes as officials work to confirm source of E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders.
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday announced a $150 million investment in a new state-of-the-art cell and gene therapy hub to be built on Long Island.
Dozens of New York and New Jersey schools are impacted by a recall of meat and poultry products potentially contaminated with listeria.
The worst rates of the infection known as "walking pneumonia" or "white lung pneumonia" are in young children ages 2 to 4 years old.
Mattel apologizes for inadvertently directing people to pornography site instead of one promoting upcoming film.
Judith Jamison, an internationally acclaimed dancer who later served as artistic director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for two decades, has died at age 81.
Actor Tony Todd's TV and movie credits spanned 40 years and included the 1992 horror film "Candyman" and its 2021 sequel.
Sean "Diddy" Combs filed a new request for bail on Friday, saying changed circumstances, along with new evidence, mean the hip-hop mogul should be allowed to prepare for a May trial from outside jail.
Staten Island's Wu-Tang Clan is being celebrated by the New York City Department of Transportation with limited edition "Wu-Tang Clan District" street signs.
Cam Thomas scored 10 of his 17 points in the fourth quarter and the Nets defeated the Pelicans 107-105 on Monday.
Nico Sturm scored late in the first period as the Sharks beat the Devils 1-0 on Sunday night.
Bennedict Mathurin scored 38 points and Tyrese Haliburton added 35, leading the Pacers to a 132-121 victory over the Knicks on Sunday.
The Jets allowed three straight 70-yard touchdown drives early and went on to a humbling 31-6 loss to the Cardinals on Sunday.
Eddy Pineiro kicked a 36-yard field goal in overtime and the Panthers beat the Giants 20-17 in Germany on Sunday.
The Hispanic Society's new exhibit traces how different cultures influenced the women of Spain as they found their own voices throughout history.
Brooklyn transit riders are worried about an ongoing proposal to cut bus stops as part of a redesign project.
A Long Island man's life savings were stolen from his bank account, and he says he's been waiting a year to get it back.
As work is being completed on a six-block stretch of the Ocean Parkway Greenway, cyclists say the rest of the bike path is overdue for upgrades.
A Bronx resident says illegally parked RVs and abandoned vehicles have been an eyesore in his community for years.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
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."
The governor explained the dire conditions firefighters are facing as they try to contain the blaze, which has impacted 5,000 acres along the New York and New Jersey border in Orange County.
Tuesday's Red Flag Warning due to windy conditions is causing problems for crews battling the blaze. The smoke is more intense on the Jersey side, as the winds blow from the northwest. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan and Tony Sadiku have team coverage.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku says we'll see temperatures in the 50s on Tuesday and Wednesday and then some clouds and the upper 40s on Thursday.
The doomed plane went down in Belle Harbor on Nov. 12, 2001, killing 260 people on board, and five on the ground. CBS News New York's Chris Wragge reports.
Gov. Kathy Hochul has said she wants to remove the pause on the plan and reduce the toll from $15 to $9, but those in opposition say they want no tolling whatsoever. CBS News New York's Chris Wragge reports.