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Commissioner Kelly: Most Cargo Not Screened
In light of Friday's bomb plot, Kelly revealed the difficulty of the screening cargo entering the U.S. "Some of it is screened, but most of it is not screened," Kelly said.
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In light of Friday's bomb plot, Kelly revealed the difficulty of the screening cargo entering the U.S. "Some of it is screened, but most of it is not screened," Kelly said.
Authorities on three continents thwarted multiple terrorist attacks aimed at the United States from Yemen on Friday.
Americans, and especially New Yorkers, have been grappling with one terror attempt after another for decades. Will it ever stop, or is what happened Friday simply an inevitable reality?
The new health care law wasn't supposed to undercut employer plans that have provided most people in the U.S. with coverage, but last week a leading manufacturer told workers their costs will jump partly because of the law.
There are new predictions that as many as 100 seats held by Democrats in the House of Representatives could be won by Republicans, and that includes 10 seats in New York.
For the third time in about a month, Connecticut's Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Richard Blumenthal is looking to the White House for campaign support.
The mayor has been traveling around the country this election season endorsing candidates and backing issues, and there are more trips in prospect.
Friday night, a dangerous tangle of power lines, a crushed gate, and carved up tree limbs blocked the front door of a home on 215th street in Hollis, Queens.
With no increase in Social Security, the White House said it's pushing Congress to give seniors, veterans and the disabled a $250 bonus check. Seniors in New York say they desperately need it.
President Obama has declared a major disaster in New York City following last month's deadly storm that spawned two devastating tornadoes, killing one woman and causing massive damage.
The man arrested for streaking at a rally for President Obama over the weekend was apparently trying to win a $1 million Internet challenge.
At the end of the President's speech, video posted on the internet shows what appears to be a book thrown at him.
President Barack Obama asked wealthy donors Wednesday to help him close an "enthusiasm gap'' with Republicans four weeks ahead of pivotal midterm elections.
Robert Burck, the man known as the Naked Cowboy, was all buttoned Wednesday up as he announced his intentions to run for president in 2012.
Americans could be facing a European travel alert by Sunday. The Obama administration is considering issuing the advisory over concerns that al-Qaida is planning to attack some European cities.
Paterson said he was seeking Federal Emergency Management Agency assistance in all five boroughs for the costs of response, debris removal and repairs to public property.
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas addressed the Mideast peace process in his speech before the United Nations General Assembly on Saturday.
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad is standing behind his claims that the United States was behind the 9/11 attacks -- a statement President Barack Obama said is "hateful."
President Obama came to the U.N. to deliver a stern warning to Iranian President Ahmadinejad, who also had some choice words for the United States.
For the second straight day, Federal Emergency Management Agency inspectors were in New York City, evaluating storm damage to see if the city qualifies for disaster assistance.
The presidential appearance at the UN meant presidential gridlock on Manhattan's East Side Thursday,
President Barack Obama got heckled at a fundraiser Wednesday night by protesters pushing for more funding for AIDS programs and quicker action to allow gays to serve openly in the military.
President Obama told a U.N. conference that the U.S. is changing its approach to development to focus less on spending money and more on really helping countries develop.
Some lifeguards will now stay at New York City beaches later when the city's emergency heat plan has been activated. This comes after several drownings so far this summer.
The New York State Supreme Court has ruled against Mayor Eric Adams' attempt to block migrant buses from arriving in New York City.
Jets head coach Robert Saleh says Aaron Rodgers will not play in at least the first two preseason games.
This year marks 20 years since a historic rezoning of Downtown Brooklyn led to massive changes in the landscape of the neighborhood.
Mount Sinai is now part of a national research team studying long COVID in Black and brown patients.
Some lifeguards will now stay at New York City beaches later when the city's emergency heat plan has been activated. This comes after several drownings so far this summer.
The New York State Supreme Court has ruled against Mayor Eric Adams' attempt to block migrant buses from arriving in New York City.
This year marks 20 years since a historic rezoning of Downtown Brooklyn led to massive changes in the landscape of the neighborhood.
Mount Sinai is now part of a national research team studying long COVID in Black and brown patients.
Citing what he says is Eric Adams' failure to get stuff done, Comptroller Brad Lander is throwing his hat in the ring for NYC mayor.
You'll need to keep the umbrella handy the next several days, but just as we turn the page to August, we're turning up the heat.
New York and New Jersey will see rain showers early Monday, then again for the evening commute.
For Sunday, mostly sunny skies early will give way to increasing cloudiness by the afternoon and evening hours.
The 2024 Paris Olympics are underway, featuring dozens of athletes from New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. See the full list of competitors from the Tri-State Area.
The NYC area will continue to see humid and cloudy weather today, before our Pick of the Week arrives tomorrow.
You'll need to keep the umbrella handy the next several days, but just as we turn the page to August, we're turning up the heat.
A house exploded and burst into flames overnight in Westfield, New Jersey. Police say a gas leak may be to blame.
When Leila Ricks was born, one of her legs was shorter than the other. Doctors said she had a rare condition called fibular hemimelia.
The FAA says delays at Newark Liberty Airport are due to the moving of air traffic controllers to Philadelphia.
Two meteor showers are expected to put on a show this week, but will they be visible around New York and New Jersey?
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday announced $350 million in supplemental payments for moderate- and low-income residents.
It happened just at around 12:45 p.m. at the railroad crossing at Wading River Road.
Accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann made a brief appearance in court Tuesday as prosecutors turned more discovery over to the defense team.
You'll need to keep the umbrella handy the next several days, but just as we turn the page to August, we're turning up the heat.
A woman and her boyfriend were robbed of $140,000 outside a Bank of America in Hicksville.
Citing what he says is Eric Adams' failure to get stuff done, Comptroller Brad Lander is throwing his hat in the ring for NYC mayor.
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday announced $350 million in supplemental payments for moderate- and low-income residents.
Cooper said it "wasn't the right time" for him to potentially join the ticket.
Small liquor store owners in New York City continue to push against the Bottle Bill for the next round of lawmaking.
"On top of its extreme decisions, the court is mired in a crisis of ethics," President Biden said in a speech at the LBJ Library in Austin.
Mount Sinai is now part of a national research team studying long COVID in Black and brown patients.
When Leila Ricks was born, one of her legs was shorter than the other. Doctors said she had a rare condition called fibular hemimelia.
Public health alert and multiple recalls issued after dangerous contaminant found in several brands of the spice.
The listeria outbreak linked to deli meat has sickened a dozen people in New York and is blamed for one death in New Jersey. So is it safe to eat?
At least a dozen cases of listeria have been reported across New York state in connection to a national outbreak linked to deli meat.
Co-founded by George Balanchine in 1948, New York City Ballet is considered one of the best dance companies in the world, and at 75 is catering to an increasingly younger audience.
The son of immigrant parents, who immersed himself in American culture growing up, built a career as a filmmaker with hits such as "Crazy Rich Asians" and "In the Heights," tapping into his own identity and translating stories of struggle and ambition to the screen.
Lawyers for singer Justin Timberlake claim their client was not intoxicated when he was arrested for driving while intoxicated in the Hamptons in June.
Legendary Billy Joel played his 150th and final concert at famed Madison Square Garden on Thursday night.
Hundreds of the nation's top athletes will represent Team USA in Paris at the 2024 Olympics.
Jets head coach Robert Saleh says Aaron Rodgers will not play in at least the first two preseason games.
Days after an injury scare, Simone Biles and the U.S. women's artistic gymnastics team won gold in the team final — their first medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Jeff McNeil and Luis Torrens each drove in three runs for the Mets in their 15-2 win over the Twins on Monday.
The Yankees blasted six home runs in Monday's 14-4 rout of the Phillies.
Aaron Rodgers showed his frustration at Jets training camp on Monday after the offense struggled.
This year marks 20 years since a historic rezoning of Downtown Brooklyn led to massive changes in the landscape of the neighborhood.
Mount Sinai is now part of a national research team studying long COVID in Black and brown patients.
Small liquor store owners in New York City continue to push against the Bottle Bill for the next round of lawmaking.
The Harlem-based program the Doe Fund held a graduation ceremony this week for nearly 100 men who have overcome a variety of challenges through the "Ready, Willing and Able" program.
Elected local, state and federal leaders looked at the health of the Harlem River and its surrounding communities Friday as Congressman Adriano Espaillat hosted his third annual boat tour.
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."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
If you've ever been desperate for a public bathroom in New York City, you know they can be tough to find. CBS New York's Nick Caloway has details on a new plan to let people know where to go when you need to go.
Jets head coach Robert Saleh said Tuesday his plan right now is to keep his starting quarterback under wraps until Week 1 of the regular season. CBS News New York's Otis Livingston reports.
Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus have been reported in Westchester County.
The New York City Parks Department says from now on, if a heat advisory is activated, lifeguards will stay at their stations later.
Mayor Eric Adams has nominated Randy Mastro to represent New York City and its agencies. Mastro served as a deputy mayor in the Rudy Giuliani administration as a Democrat, represented Chris Christie in the Bridgegate scandal, and fought congestion pricing for New Jersey.