NYC, Feds Reach Agreement To Overhaul Struggling NYCHA
It appears the New York City Housing Authority has a road map to a better future.
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It appears the New York City Housing Authority has a road map to a better future.
Mayor de Blasio cancelled an out of town trip and the governor has vowed to work all weekend.
In a news conference, de Blasio said we are "entering a full-blown crisis" and that it's about to have what he calls "massive effects" on New York City.
The mayor's quest to command the national spotlight as a top figurehead for progressives, along with a potential run for president down the road, hit an unexpected and surprising speed bump on Wednesday.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo's demand to reorganize the MTA to give him a clear majority of appointees was first broached more than 35 years ago by his father, Mario.
In the lead-up to his address, the mayor has already introduced two new initiatives for his administration this year.
Mayor Bill de Blasio is proposing a plan that would require companies to offer their workers 10 days of vacation time off each year. The mandate would apply to private employers with five or more employees.
Of the 8.6 million New Yorkers, the program will target the 600,000 that currently don't have insurance, he said.
The city officially rolled out its Fair Fares discount Metrocard program, a few days later than original projected.
The program was supposed to start on New Year's Day, providing half-price MetroCards to low-income New Yorkers.
Last summer the mayor announced they could apply for the discounted rate starting January 1st. With the start of the new year, the new system has not yet been unveiled.
Jeremy Reichberg was convicted of paying for perks, capping a two month corruption trial.
CBS2 got a first-hand look at the struggle of a pair of brothers too scared to seek shelter, instead opting to live in a makeshift home near the West Side Highway.
An estimated 1 million people gather around Times Square each New Year's.
De Blasio believes it's only a matter of time before marijuana becomes legal in the state, and he's determined to ensure the city is at the forefront – if and when it happens.
In a letter accompanying the 77-page report outlining his vision for legal cannabis, the mayor calls it a "once-in-a-generation opportunity to get a historic issue right."
Margie Beltran was still cleaning up after a clogged pipe sent water shooting out of her sink and onto her floor at the Thomas Jefferson Houses Monday morning when history repeated itself early Wednesday.
The 10-year plan to close the Rikers complex announced last summer would put smaller jails in each borough.
Mayor Bill de Blasio will be in a closed door meeting with Housing Secretary Ben Carson on Tuesday to talk about both the current state and future of NYCHA.
Mayor Bill de Blasio has finally broken his near silence on an incident that for days has generated horror around the country.
There are more changes coming to the New York City Housing Authority.
In a rare mea culpa for de Blasio, he admitted that sending his deputy out to fire the longtime public servant was a mistake.
The City Council is calling for an investigation into whether Mayor Bill de Blasio intentionally deleted emails showing a chummy relationship with a donor.
Following ten days of turmoil following de Blasio's decision to fire DOI commissioner Mark Peters, the woman chosen to replace him faced the City Council Monday.
Mark Peters asked to testify publically about explosive charges accusing the mayor of multiple attempts to block publication of damaging reports exposing the dark underbelly of the administration.
A water main break on the Upper West Side disrupted subway service on the busy B and C lines Wednesday afternoon. A and D service was also impacted.
Former Sen. Bob Menendez, a Democrat from New Jersey, was convicted of 16 felony counts in July.
A Queens homeowner tells CBS News New York she believes a solar panel company misled her about the cost, which the company denies.
A judge's scathing ruling Wednesday moves New York City's troubled Rikers Island jail complex a step closer to a federal takeover.
President Biden has been briefed on the incidents and "unequivocally" condemns threats of political violence, the White House said.
A water main break on the Upper West Side disrupted subway service on the busy B and C lines Wednesday afternoon. A and D service was also impacted.
A Queens homeowner tells CBS News New York she believes a solar panel company misled her about the cost, which the company denies.
A judge's scathing ruling Wednesday moves New York City's troubled Rikers Island jail complex a step closer to a federal takeover.
The students at Our Lady of Grace Academy in Brooklyn turned their gym into a miniature version of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is rolling back into NYC, with everyone's favorite balloons and floats.
Thanksgiving is just a day away, but will the weather cooperate for the parade and holiday travel plans?
A Thanksgiving winter storm is headed for the New York area, but first we had to deal with some rain Tuesday morning.
A Thanksgiving storm is forecast to bring rain, and even snow, for some parts of New York and New Jersey.
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.
The City of Hoboken was targeted in a ransomware attack Wednesday morning, officials said. The cyber attack forced the closure of City Hall, and shut down all online city services.
Thanksgiving is just a day away, but will the weather cooperate for the parade and holiday travel plans?
A New Jersey minister who has spent over two decades helping people experiencing homelessness says his efforts have been put on hold right before Thanksgiving.
Airport staffing issues and weather slowed down one of the busiest holiday travel days across the Tri-State Area on Tuesday.
The first of three arches for the Portal North Bridge arrived at the construction site in Kearny Tuesday.
Love the idea or hate it, the Long Island Thanksgiving turkey pizza pie is going viral at Pino's Pizza in Deer Park.
A Babylon boat yard went up in flames after an intoxicated woman drove the wrong way and crashed into boats, police said.
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.
Former Sen. Bob Menendez, a Democrat from New Jersey, was convicted of 16 felony counts in July.
President Biden has been briefed on the incidents and "unequivocally" condemns threats of political violence, the White House said.
United States Rep. Ritchie Torres says he's "open to" running for governor in New York after questioning the actions of Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams.
Americans are most thankful for family and friends, which may be why they'll try to steer away from politics at Thanksgiving.
President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden made a rare visit to Staten Island on Monday to honor service members and their families ahead of Thanksgiving.
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.
Harvey Weinstein's lawyers filed a legal claim alleging that he is receiving substandard medical treatment in unhygienic conditions while in custody at Rikers Island.
New York's iconic Blue Man Group is packing it in after more than 30 years on stage.
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."
The Minnesota Vikings are signing recently released New York Giants quarterback and former first-round pick Daniel Jones.
Yankees slugger Juan Soto is expected to decide on where to sign either before or during the MLB's winter meetings.
Dennis Schroder scored 31 points, and the undermanned Brooklyn Nets rallied to beat Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors on Monday night.
OG Anunoby scored a career-high 40 points, and the Knicks rode a torrid start to a 145-118 rout of the Denver Nuggets.
Nico Hischier recorded his first career hat trick to give the New Jersey Devils a 5-2 win over the Nashville Predators.
A Queens homeowner tells CBS News New York she believes a solar panel company misled her about the cost, which the company denies.
Tenants in a six-story building in Queens say they were forced to climb stairs amid a six-week-long elevator outage.
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.
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."
From chain stores to mom-and-pop shops, lots of people were out Wednesday gobbling up last-minute supplies for Thanksgiving dinner. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello checked in with those selling and buying.
The cyber attack forced the closure of City Hall, and shut down online city services. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
A water main break on the Upper West Side disrupted subway service on the busy B and C lines Wednesday afternoon. A and D service was also impacted. CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
Republican lawmakers and others appointed by President-elect Donald Trump were targeted in bomb threats, including some in New York and on Long Island.
A federal judge has threatened to take over the troubled Rikers Island jail complex. CBS News New York political reporter Marcia Kramer tells us the city is being held in contempt for failing to improve conditions.
