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Homelessness jumped to a new record this year as housing costs soared
Federal officials say homelessness rose 18% in 2024, driven mostly by a lack of affordable housing.
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Federal officials say homelessness rose 18% in 2024, driven mostly by a lack of affordable housing.
New York City Councilman Justin Brannan is chairman of the finance committee and helped negotiate the City of Yes housing plan. Watch his full interview on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
A New York City Council committee is voting on Mayor Eric Adams' proposal to change the city's housing regulations.
The mayor's plan aims to address the city's housing crisis by reforming zoning laws, but it has sparked a fierce debate. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge reports from City Hall.
Mayor Eric Adams' City of Yes housing plan is facing pushback from his fellow lawmakers. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has a closer look.
As the City Council mulls Mayor Adams' "City of Yes" housing proposal, New Yorkers are getting their say.
The plan is designed to address the housing crisis by changing zoning regulations to allow more residential units to be built. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
As rent increases continue across NYC, many tenants are grappling with the financial fallout. In response, a coalition of nonprofits has come together to tackle the pressing issue for good.
A group trying to save Little Italy's Elizabeth Street Garden from eviction proposed alternate sites for an affordable housing complex. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports.
A partnership between one of the commissioners of the Department of City Planning and the Brooklyn Public Library looks to educate people about issues around housing.
Whether it's affordable housing or zoning laws, CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger explains why there's an effort to inform residents.
A new survey has revealed the various types of housing discrimination voucher holders face in New York City.
Mayor Eric Adams signed an executive order requiring NYC agencies to review their properties for use as potential sites for affordable housing.
CBS News New York's Kramer has covered the city's housing crisis extensively. She has details on the mayor's new plan.
Rental assistance programs recipients say needed repairs are tough to come by and New York City needs to increase inspections.
Many residents want affordable and market-rate housing, but some worry the plan will have a punishing impact on schools and roads. CBS New York's Tony Aiello has the story from Fishkill.
NYC's Section 8 housing application opened for the first time in nearly 15 years. Find out who's eligible and how to apply.
A woman says voucher discrimination is why she lost an affordable apartment she was approved for in Queens.
So she turned to CBS New York's Elle McLogan for help.
Developers released renderings for Gowanus Green, a large new affordable housing community located on the banks of the Gowanus Canal.
The land in East Farmingdale, near Republic Airport, has been vacant since the 1990s.
New York City is launching a pilot program to help domestic violence survivors who are living in city shelters find more permanent housing.
Mayor Eric Adams made the announcement from the City Hall rotunda.
Mayor Eric Adams made the announcement from the City Hall rotunda.
Nassau County's 1,100 churches, temples and mosques could be eligible to build up to 50 units per acre, five stories each.
A look at the lives of Dr. Susan Smith McKinney Steward, the first Black female doctor in New York, and her sister Sarah J. S. Tompkins Garnet, the first female Black principal in NYC.
A regional official says a man drove a car into a crowd in Munich in a suspected attack that has left almost 30 people wounded.
Brent Sikkema's estranged husband made multiple payments to the man arrested for the killing in Brazil, prosecutors say.
The NYC area saw another wintry mix of snow and rain overnight, setting up for a slippery Thursday morning commute.
The Knicks outlasted the Hawks on Wednesday night in a thrilling final game before the All-Star break for both teams.
A look at the lives of Dr. Susan Smith McKinney Steward, the first Black female doctor in New York, and her sister Sarah J. S. Tompkins Garnet, the first female Black principal in NYC.
The NYC area saw another wintry mix of snow and rain overnight, setting up for a slippery Thursday morning commute.
New York City Comptroller Brad Lander is calling on city officials to step in after the federal government seized over $80 million he says was given to the city to house migrants.
Parents in Williamsburg, Brooklyn are pleading with the city to reroute a part of a protected bike lane from Flushing to DeKalb Avenue, saying it's putting children in danger.
A woman gave birth on board a New York City subway Wednesday.
The NYC area saw another wintry mix of snow and rain overnight, setting up for a slippery Thursday morning commute.
The second of multiple snow storms to the NYC area is expected to turn into rain for most after midnight.
NYC has three more snow chances this week, so how many inches will the city, N.J. and Long Island see when it's all said and done?
New York City and the surrounding area caught a break from the snow Monday, but more is on the way.
As the latest winter storm wraps up around NYC, snow totals show how many inches fell across the area.
The NYC area saw another wintry mix of snow and rain overnight, setting up for a slippery Thursday morning commute.
The second of multiple snow storms to the NYC area is expected to turn into rain for most after midnight.
Luis Vaquero, of New Jersey, is accused of threatening passengers and crew members on a flight to Newark from Miami, Florida.
Hopes of reopening Interstate 80 quickly have been dashed. A section of the eastbound lanes remains closed due to a 40-foot sinkhole, and it won't be an easy fix.
NYC has three more snow chances this week, so how many inches will the city, N.J. and Long Island see when it's all said and done?
Suffolk County is getting $150 million for the infrastructure to connect the Ronkonkoma train station with the proposed North Terminal at Long Island MacArthur Airport.
The second of multiple snow storms to the NYC area is expected to turn into rain for most after midnight.
Callers have been swamping Capitol Hill in record numbers, voicing concerns over cuts to federal programs and other Trump administration actions.
NYC has three more snow chances this week, so how many inches will the city, N.J. and Long Island see when it's all said and done?
Snow, sleet and ice hit the Tri-State Area on Saturday, and now the cleanup is underway before things freeze over.
Ken Jenkins took 64% of the vote against his President Trump-backed opponent in Tuesday's special election for Westchester County executive.
The immigration lawsuit against New York is Bondi's first major announcement as attorney general.
President Trump said he spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin and directed his national security team to lead negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine.
While the Trump administration has highlighted transfers of dangerous criminals to Guantanamo Bay, it is also sending nonviolent, "low-risk" migrants.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams' attorney Alex Spiro criticized the mayor's corruption case after the DOJ recommended dropping the charges.
Recalled products involved a mix of Bavarian doughnuts, French crullers, éclairs and coffee rolls, according to FDA.
A bird flu-related shutdown of all live poultry markets in New York City, Westchester County and Long Island starts today.
The CDC says respiratory illness is now "very high" nationwide.
Hundreds of people rallied at a Manhattan park on Monday, calling for protections for transgender people following President Trump's executive order banning gender-affirming health care.
Gov. Kathy Hochul has taken another step to protect New York doctors who prescribe abortion pills after one was indicted in Louisiana.
Paul McCartney returned to New York City's Bowery Ballroom on Wednesday night one day after performing a sold-out surprise concert.
A federal appeals court has upheld singer R. Kelly's racketeering convictions and a 30-year prison sentence, finding he exploited his fame for over a quarter century to sexually abuse girls and young women.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on Wednesday unveiled their 2025 nominees for induction, which include Chubby Checker, OutKast and Mariah Carey.
Among the Westminster Dog Show finalists were a bichon frisé, a shih tzu, a whippet, a German shepherd, an English springer spaniel, a giant schnauzer and a Skye terrier.
Former Beatle and music legend Paul McCartney took the stage at New York City's Bowery Ballroom for a surprise show Tuesday evening.
The Knicks outlasted the Hawks on Wednesday night in a thrilling final game before the All-Star break for both teams.
The Brooklyn Nets beat the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night in the teams' last game before the All-Star break.
Tyler Perkins hit a go-ahead 3-pointer with 8 seconds remaining and Villanova defeated No. 9 St. John's 73-71, ending the Red Storm's 10-game winning streak.
The New York Knicks beat the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday night.
Nic Claxton scored 16 points and the Nets pulled away after LaMelo Ball was lost to another ankle injury and beat the Hornets 97-89 on Monday night.
A look at the lives of Dr. Susan Smith McKinney Steward, the first Black female doctor in New York, and her sister Sarah J. S. Tompkins Garnet, the first female Black principal in NYC.
Parents in Williamsburg, Brooklyn are pleading with the city to reroute a part of a protected bike lane from Flushing to DeKalb Avenue, saying it's putting children in danger.
Many years ago, Addisleigh Park, Queens was the place to be. It was known to many as "Black Hollywood East."
A great-grandmother in Queens celebrated her 103rd birthday Friday.
Kevin Richardson, one of the Exonerated Five, stopped by his alma mater in the Bronx on Friday to discuss the importance of knowing your rights when encountering law enforcement.
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."
A woman, who had been reported missing by her family, gave birth on a W train Wednesday in Manhattan. CBS News New York's Christina Fan has the only-in-New York story.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.
Commuters rushed to help after a woman gave birth on board a New York City subway Wednesday. We're not showing the faces of the mother or the baby out of respect for their privacy. CBS News New York's Derick Waller reports.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for February 12 at 11 p.m.
Wednesday was the Yankees' first workout – the first steps in a long journey that comes with questions, expectations and the hope that come October, the work done might make all the difference. CBS News New York's Otis Livingston reports from Tampa.