Best Backpacking Trails In The Continental US
A brief profile of five of the best backtracking trails in the continental United States
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A brief profile of five of the best backtracking trails in the continental United States
A retired NYPD officer was charged Wednesday in the slaying of his wife in Lake Grove, Long Island.
America has a wealth of outstanding mountain towns. Here is a look at five of the best.
Seismologists said the quake registered at a 2.5-magnitude when it hit at around 10:46 a.m. It was about 3 miles below ground, they said.
While it's important to understand how to be prepared and stay safe during a backpacking trip, even if it's only for the day, there's a wealth of natural beauty to explore throughout the country. The following are just five of the best summer backpacking trips in America.
New York City is looking to expand its program offering e-bike battery charging stations on city sidewalks. It's an effort to get lithium-ion batteries out of apartments and avoid fires.
A United States Postal Service worker was fatally stabbed while ordering a sandwich at a deli in Harlem, sources told CBS News New York.
A Princeton graduate, a Monmouth County resident and a Long Island native were killed in the New Year's Day attack in New Orleans. Another Princeton graduate was injured and is expected to recover.
Richard Wishnie took the oath of office Thursday to become acting Westchester county executive - until Monday.
The Sugar Bowl, postponed after a tragic New Year's Day terror attack in New Orleans, will now kick off today at 3 p.m. CST.
New York City is looking to expand its program offering e-bike battery charging stations on city sidewalks. It's an effort to get lithium-ion batteries out of apartments and avoid fires.
A United States Postal Service worker was fatally stabbed while ordering a sandwich at a deli in Harlem, sources told CBS News New York.
A Princeton graduate, a Monmouth County resident and a Long Island native were killed in the New Year's Day attack in New Orleans. Another Princeton graduate was injured and is expected to recover.
Richard Wishnie took the oath of office Thursday to become acting Westchester county executive - until Monday.
An MTA employee was stabbed in a subway station in the Bronx Thursday morning. It's the third NYC subway stabbing in a little more than 24 hours.
New year, new laws. Here's what people in New York need to know about changes taking effect in 2025.
As the new year blows into NYC, a wind advisory will be in effect for much of the area Wednesday and Thursday.
New Year's Eve 2025 could be the wettest NYC has seen in a while, as rain is expected for the ball drop in Times Square.
Congestion pricing will start this weekend as planned, the MTA says, despite a New Jersey judge partially siding with some who sought to delay it.
It looks like rainy weather to ring in New Year's Eve in Times Square and around New York City.
A Princeton graduate, a Monmouth County resident and a Long Island native were killed in the New Year's Day attack in New Orleans. Another Princeton graduate was injured and is expected to recover.
New year, new laws. Here's what people in New York need to know about changes taking effect in 2025.
As the new year blows into NYC, a wind advisory will be in effect for much of the area Wednesday and Thursday.
The Federal Aviation Administration has expanded temporary drone flight restrictions in New Jersey.
New York and New Jersey sought answers Tuesday from the federal judge on his ruling on congestion pricing.
A Princeton graduate, a Monmouth County resident and a Long Island native were killed in the New Year's Day attack in New Orleans. Another Princeton graduate was injured and is expected to recover.
While many were out toasting to the new year, hospitals around New York area had a different type of celebration – welcoming new babies.
An alert Long Island police officer found a missing man with dementia in a fateful location Tuesday.
Congestion pricing will start this weekend as planned, the MTA says, despite a New Jersey judge partially siding with some who sought to delay it.
It looks like rainy weather to ring in New Year's Eve in Times Square and around New York City.
Richard Wishnie took the oath of office Thursday to become acting Westchester county executive - until Monday.
The explosion outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas on New Year's Day is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism, sources said.
New year, new laws. Here's what people in New York need to know about changes taking effect in 2025.
New York and New Jersey sought answers Tuesday from the federal judge on his ruling on congestion pricing.
A military appeals court ruled Monday that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin could not withdraw plea agreements for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two other defendants.
Gardners Candies warns that recalled Meltaway Bars product may contain undeclared cashews, a health risk for people with tree nut allergies.
Many Broadway fans were left disappointed after the revival of "Gypsy" canceled nearly an entire week of performances after actors say a cold spread among the cast.
Emma and Liam top the list of New Yorkers' favorite baby names for another year, the NYC Department of Health says.
A new course at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx aims to help medical students understand the community they serve.
A woman who lost her jaw after being caught in a crossfire in Ukraine can smile again thanks to transformative surgery in New York.
A variety of New Year's Eve performers are expected for tonight's Times Square ball drop to ring in 2025.
An Argentine judge has confirmed charges against five people in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former member of musical group One Direction.
Linda Lavin, a Tony Award-winning stage actress who became a working class icon as a paper-hat wearing waitress on the TV sitcom "Alice," has died. She was 87.
Many Broadway fans were left disappointed after the revival of "Gypsy" canceled nearly an entire week of performances after actors say a cold spread among the cast.
Olivia Hussey won a Golden Globe for best new actress for her part as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli's 1968 adaptation of William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet."
The Sugar Bowl, postponed after a tragic New Year's Day terror attack in New Orleans, will now kick off today at 3 p.m. CST.
The Toronto Raptors snapped an 11-game losing streak by beating the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday night.
The Knicks won their ninth straight game, beating the Jazz on Wednesday despite playing without leading scorer Jalen Brunson.
Darcy Kuemper recorded his second shutout of the season, and the Kings beat the Devils on Wednesday.
"All parties and all agree that it's in the best interest of everybody and public safety that we postpone the game," Sugar Bowl CEO Jeff Hundley said Wednesday afternoon.
A young man from Mauritania receives help settling into the city as he serves as a youth ambassador for others.
In the hours ahead of Friday's Mega Millions drawing, the jackpot grew to $1.22 billion.
Nine people died in the crush of the crowd outside a celebrity basketball game at City College on Dec. 28. 1991.
Volunteers delivered 14,000 meals to older New Yorkers on Christmas Day.
People living in one Harlem apartment building say they are freezing as they await a new boiler system.
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 Golden Globes air Sunday on CBS and streaming on Paramount+, and the star-studded list of presenters has been revealed.
The FBI searched the home and another property of former NYPD Chief of Department Jeffrey Maddrey. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
New York City is looking to expand its program offering e-bike battery charging stations on city sidewalks. It's an effort to get lithium-ion batteries out of apartments and avoid fires. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
A U.S. postal worker was fatally stabbed while ordering a sandwich at a deli in Harlem, sources said. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
The MTA fired back at New Jersey leaders Thursday for continuing to try to stop congestion pricing from going into effect.
