2 young girls killed in Newark house fire
The victims were only 6 and 8 years old, respectively. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal spoke to neighbors.
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The victims were only 6 and 8 years old, respectively. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal spoke to neighbors.
Two girls, 6 and 8, died in a fire that tore through a multi-family home in Newark, according to New Jersey investigators.
Police said a 77-year-old was hospitalized in stable condition following Sunday's fire on Madison Street.
It happened just after 4:30 a.m. Sunday at a building near 110th Street and 71st Avenue in Forest Hills.
A 1- and 2-year-old are in critical condition after suffering smoke inhalation, and two 9-year-olds are stable.
Neighbors said they saw a man on fire and heard screaming at the scene in Bath Beach on Sunday evening.
Video shows the aftermath on Spruce Street in from early Sunday morning.
Video from Sunday morning shows flames and smoke shooting out of the building located at 107 Central Park Road as firefighters worked tirelessly to save residents.
The blaze broke out at around 4 p.m. on Sunday at the Gowanus Houses on Bond Street in Boerum Hill.
They said the Red Cross can no longer afford to put them up. Some are going to shelters, but others have no place to go.
Several spoke to CBS New York on Thursday night about what they no longer have due to last week's blaze.
The officers found a 96-year-old man, a 91-year-old man and a 99-year-old woman who needed help getting out.
An estimated 450 residents who live in the complex are out of their homes ahead of the holiday.
The blaze started at around 7 p.m. Monday on Kingsbridge Road near University Avenue.
The fire marshal was trying to determine the cause of the blaze at a six-story building on Georgia Avenue.
Police said the three children were taken to the hospital in critical condition with symptoms of smoke inhalation.
Officials said the kids were left home alone and were found unconscious. The father of two of the children faces child endangerment and other charges.
The fire broke out at around 2 p.m. on the sixth floor of a building on Rockaway Parkway near Winthrop Street.
The fire broke out at around 9:30 a.m. in Midwood. Firefighters responded to a blaze on the top floor.
The FDNY said it started around 5:30 a.m. Wednesday at a five-story building on East 242nd Street.
Dozens of families have been in touch with the Red Cross after their apartments were damaged.
A man who just happened to be there risked his own life to help and later spoke exclusively to CBS2.
At least seven people were injured in the Fordham Heights blaze, including five firefighters. CBS2's Kristie Keleshian has the latest.
Fire officials say a 45-year-old man was pulled from the burning building, but later died at Lincoln Hospital.
Fire officials say it was caused by a lithium-ion battery. CBS2's Jennifer Bisram has the latest.
There is growing concern among the police over an increase in Venezuelan gang activity across New York City.
A Washington Heights home invasion that ended with a fatal fall early Saturday morning is under investigation.
It's Thanksgiving week and what is expected to be a record number of people will be hitting the road or taking to the sky to celebrate.
The Buccaneers rushed for four touchdowns in a 30-7 victory over the Giants and new starting quarterback Tommy DeVito on Sunday.
New Jersey Sen. George Helmy said congestion pricing could drive businesses out of New York City and into the Garden State on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
There is growing concern among the police over an increase in Venezuelan gang activity across New York City.
A Washington Heights home invasion that ended with a fatal fall early Saturday morning is under investigation.
It's Thanksgiving week and what is expected to be a record number of people will be hitting the road or taking to the sky to celebrate.
New Jersey Sen. George Helmy said congestion pricing could drive businesses out of New York City and into the Garden State on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Thanksgiving week starts Monday with partly sunny skies and temps in the mid 50s, but things will change from there.
Thanksgiving week starts Monday with partly sunny skies and temps in the mid 50s, but things will change from there.
The MTA announced the Federal Highway Administration has given congestion pricing the green light, clearing the way for it to start on Jan. 5, 2025.
After a long period of drought and fire hazards, we're getting an early taste of winter. New York, New Jersey and Connecticut have been desperate for rain.
The first major snowstorm of the season brought school closures, power outages, and heavy snow to our region, including to areas that badly needed it.
Jodi Rell, who became Connecticut's second female governor when John Rowland resigned in a corruption scandal, has died at 78.
It's Thanksgiving week and what is expected to be a record number of people will be hitting the road or taking to the sky to celebrate.
New Jersey Sen. George Helmy said congestion pricing could drive businesses out of New York City and into the Garden State on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Thanksgiving week starts Monday with partly sunny skies and temps in the mid 50s, but things will change from there.
A fire in Bayonne displaced several families and caused a day care to evacuate Friday.
A Hudson Valley woman says her car was driven from Queens to New Jersey after she parked at an unlicensed long-term parking lot near John F. Kennedy International Airport.
New Jersey Sen. George Helmy said congestion pricing could drive businesses out of New York City and into the Garden State on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Thanksgiving week starts Monday with partly sunny skies and temps in the mid 50s, but things will change from there.
The MTA announced the Federal Highway Administration has given congestion pricing the green light, clearing the way for it to start on Jan. 5, 2025.
After a long period of drought and fire hazards, we're getting an early taste of winter. New York, New Jersey and Connecticut have been desperate for rain.
The first major snowstorm of the season brought school closures, power outages, and heavy snow to our region, including to areas that badly needed it.
New Jersey Sen. George Helmy said congestion pricing could drive businesses out of New York City and into the Garden State on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Democrats say they're concerned or scared Trump will threaten their rights, but fewer than half feel motivated to oppose him.
New York has repealed a seldom-used law over a century old that made it a crime to cheat on your spouse.
The New York Department of Motor Vehicles has overhauled its point system, and the points drivers accrue are going to stay on their record longer.
A New York City Councilmember is taking the city's Department of Homeless Services to task, saying it needs to do a better job managing food at the city's migrant shelters.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
The packaging label omitted a key ingredient, prompting a Food and Drug Administration recall.
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.
Chuck Woolery was inducted into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007 and earned a daytime Emmy nomination in 1978.
Lawyers for actor Jonathan Majors and Grace Jabbari agreed to dismiss the case with prejudice, according to a joint filing in Manhattan federal court.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
A federal judge is deciding whether to release Sean "Diddy" Combs on bail as he awaits trial on sex trafficking and racketeering charges.
Chris Stapleton took home four Country Music Association Awards and hardly left the stage on Wednesday night, while an absent Morgan Wallen won the night's biggest prize, entertainer of the year.
The Buccaneers rushed for four touchdowns in a 30-7 victory over the Giants and new starting quarterback Tommy DeVito on Sunday.
The New York Rangers lost to the Edmonton Oilers 6-2 on Saturday night.
The New York Islanders beat the St. Louis Blues on Saturday night to end a three-game skid.
Tomas Tatar had a goal and an assist and the New Jersey Devils beat the Washington Capitals on Saturday night.
The New York Red Bulls posted a 2-0 victory over New York City FC in an Eastern Conference semifinal on Saturday night.
The new Davis Center will bring back the wonder of skating and swimming alongside Harlem Meer in Central Park.
Thursday marks exactly 60 years since the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge opened to much fanfare.
Nov. 29 is the last day for New York City restaurants to remove roadway dining sheds, which will now be seasonal under new regulations set by the City Council.
A new state-of-the-art trash system in NYCHA's Polo Grounds Towers in Harlem promises to tackle energy, rodent and recycling issues.
Families in Central Harlem will soon settle into their new homes at Marcus Garvey Village, which also brings free gathering spaces to the community and an LGBTQ center.
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."
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock say Monday will be nice, with sun and clouds and a high of 55, but after that things will get dicey, especially on Thanksgiving.
Police say Tren de Aragua is the Venezuelan gang that is living in the shelter system and recruiting children. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram has the story.
Police are searching for three suspects in Saturday's early morning crime. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has the latest on the investigation.
CBS News New York's Derick Waller went to Newark Liberty Airport on Sunday, where things went smoothly for travelers, but officials say the situation will surely get more hectic in the days leading up to the holiday.
The big-budget musical "Wicked" debuted in the top spot with $114 million. "Gladiator II" also had a strong showing, pulling in $55.5 million. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
