Closing arguments to continue in Sen. Bob Menendez trial
Closing arguments are set to continue Wednesday in Sen. Bob Menendez's bribery and corruption trial. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
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Closing arguments are set to continue Wednesday in Sen. Bob Menendez's bribery and corruption trial. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
A lawyer for New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez said prosecutors showed jurors "zero evidence of him saying or suggesting that he was doing something for a bribe."
Closing arguments began Monday in New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez's bribery trial, with a federal prosecutor telling jurors that Menendez put his power up for sale in return for bribes.
The New Jersey senator pleaded not guilty to accepting cash and gold bars in exchange for his political influence.
Jurors are expected to have the case by the end of next week.
The defense has rested its case in the bribery trial of New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez. The Democrat did not take the stand, but he spoke outside court Wednesday.
The judge warned defense lawyers last week that telling jurors alleged details about Nadine Menendez's ex-boyfriend risks turning the trial "into a soap opera."
The New Jersey Democrat and his wife are accused of accepting gold bars, a Mercedes and cash in exchange for using his political influence to help three businessmen and two foreign governments.
A Senate staffer testified at a bribery trial that planning for Sen. Menendez's 2021 trip to Egypt and Qatar got "weird" after he directed Egypt be involved in the process.
An FBI agent testified that Menendez's internet history since 2008 showed that he had never searched for gold prices until April 5, 2019.
Jurors could find the senator's strategy of pinning the blame on his wife offensive, legal experts say.
An attorney for the wife of New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez said she "has medical equipment implanted in her body and is in intense, chronic pain."
The testimony is the second time that a top law enforcement figure has said Menendez sought to speak about a criminal case affecting a New Jersey businessman.
The prosecution's key witness in New Jersey Sen. Robert Menendez's bribery trial concluded his testimony Wednesday.
Jose Uribe, an insurance broker who is the prosecution's star witness, has detailed how he says he bribed Sen. Bob Menendez and his wife.
Jose Uribe cut a deal with prosecutors in exchange for testimony against the New Jersey senator. CBS New York's Christine Sloan reports.
Jose Uribe, a star witness in the prosecution's case against Sen. Bob Menendez, detailed his alleged conversations with the New Jersey Democrat.
The star witness took the stand in the bribery trial of New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez on Friday. Jose Uribe testified in Manhattan Federal Court that he paid bribes to Menendez, his wife and others.
Prosecutors in New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez's corruption trial have called for New Jersey businessman Jose Uribe to take the stand. Uribe previously pleaded guilty to attempting to bribe the senator by buying his wife a $60,000 Mercedes-Benz. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
The businessman, Jose Uribe, pleaded guilty to trying to influence the senator by buying his wife a luxury car.
New Jersey voters hit the polls Tuesday, setting up a showdown in November for the Senate and the House. CBS New York's Christina Fan has the results.
Democrat Andy Kim will run for indicted Sen. Robert Menendez's United States Senate seat in New Jersey. The Associated Press is projecting that Kim has won the New Jersey Democratic Senate primary.
CBS News projects that Rep. Andy Kim has won the Democratic New Jersey Senate primary for the seat held by federally indicted Sen. Bob Menendez.
CBS New York's Christina Fan has a look at the closely watched races for the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives.
Today is NJ Primary 2024 Election Day, with some key races on the line. CBS New York's Christina Fan has a look at what time polls open and who's on the ballot this year.
Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge was a unanimous pick to win his second American League Most Valuable Player Award in three seasons on Thursday.
A Woodbridge, New Jersey homeowner was arrested Thursday after investigators say he started a fire that damaged six homes, including his own.
The defense in the trial of Daniel Penny called an expert witness – a forensic pathologist – to the stand Thursday.
A plan to regionalize some public school services in New York state has set off alarm bells among many parents and educators on Long Island.
The Justice Department says it found a pattern of misconduct and civil rights violations by the Trenton Police Department.
Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge was a unanimous pick to win his second American League Most Valuable Player Award in three seasons on Thursday.
The defense in the trial of Daniel Penny called an expert witness – a forensic pathologist – to the stand Thursday.
A plan to regionalize some public school services in New York state has set off alarm bells among many parents and educators on Long Island.
A lawsuit was announced Thursday, accusing Fordham University of turning a blind eye to the sexual abuse of minors in the 1970s.
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Jodi Rell, who became Connecticut's second female governor when John Rowland resigned in a corruption scandal, has died at 78.
The weather is shifting and bringing much-needed rain to the Tri-State Area. There may even be snow in parts of New York.
It looks like the Tri-State Area will get a substantial soaking of rain later this week, something it definitely needs due to the risk of wildfires.
The risk of wildfire development will remain elevated across the Tri-State Area through the next several days.
A Red Flag Warning is in effect today across the entire Tri-State Area until 6 p.m.
A Woodbridge, New Jersey homeowner was arrested Thursday after investigators say he started a fire that damaged six homes, including his own.
The Justice Department says it found a pattern of misconduct and civil rights violations by the Trenton Police Department.
Burn bans in New Jersey have been lifted after significant rainfall in the state.
A crane accident in Montville, New Jersey turned a routine tree trimming job into a chaotic mess when the machine fell onto a house.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy updated commuters Wednesday on what's being done to correct issues on the rails.
A plan to regionalize some public school services in New York state has set off alarm bells among many parents and educators on Long Island.
The iconic Stella Ristorante in Floral Park, Long Island will close on Dec. 31 after 64 years in business.
The weather is shifting and bringing much-needed rain to the Tri-State Area. There may even be snow in parts of New York.
Dozens of Suffolk County homeowners are shocked after they say FEMA denied their requests for aid after storms caused devastating damage in August.
Leaders in Nassau and Suffolk counties rolled out a strategy Monday to try and stop congestion pricing.
A plan to regionalize some public school services in New York state has set off alarm bells among many parents and educators on Long Island.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
Jodi Rell, who became Connecticut's second female governor when John Rowland resigned in a corruption scandal, has died at 78.
New York City special education students are not getting the services they were promised, according to the United Federation of Teachers.
Jessica Tisch, the head of the Department of Sanitation, was appointed New York City's new police commissioner on Wednesday.
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.
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Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday announced a $150 million investment in a new state-of-the-art cell and gene therapy hub to be built on Long Island.
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 leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes for a music video has been stripped of his duties.
Sean "Diddy" Combs has tried to reach out to prospective witnesses and sway public opinion from jail in NYC to influence potential jurors in his sex trafficking trial, prosecutors say.
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.
Six Flags announced it shut down the Kingda Ka and Green Lantern roller coasters to make way for two new rides including The Flash coaster.
Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge was a unanimous pick to win his second American League Most Valuable Player Award in three seasons on Thursday.
The new soccer stadium across from Citi Field will be called Etihad Park, NYCFC and the United Arab Emirates airline announced.
Jalen Brunson scored 36 points, Karl-Anthony Towns added 34 and the Knicks beat the Suns 138-122 for their fourth straight win.
Mika Zibanejad scored and added an assist as the New York Rangers edged the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday night.
Speedy center fielder Jose Siri has been acquired by the New York Mets from the Tampa Bay Rays for reliever Eric Orze.
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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.
The Hispanic Society's new exhibit traces how different cultures influenced the women of Spain as they found their own voices throughout history.
Brooklyn transit riders are worried about an ongoing proposal to cut bus stops as part of a redesign project.
A Long Island man's life savings were stolen from his bank account, and he says he's been waiting a year to get it back.
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 deadline to take down dining sheds in New York City is coming up. They have to be off the streets by the end of next week. CBS News New York's Elle McLogan reports not everyone is happy with the city's new seasonal regulations.
Reporter Mahsa Saeidi introduces us to a child whose unique case reveals even more struggles within the system.
A New Jersey woman lost her home in a fire Thursday, but she is just thankful that first responders were able to save her most precious possession, her late husband's wedding ring. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan has her emotional story.
CBS News New York's 3rd Annual Season of Giving: #BetterTogether campaign is now underway. We are partnering up with the Community FoodBank of New Jersey to help distribute food and raise funds. For years, they have been working with groups to feed youth experiencing homelessness. John Dias highlights the extraordinary efforts and explains why more aid is needed.
As CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports, there's some clever staging in the theatrical production to resemble the 1992 movie's magic.
