Tight Security In Place For New Jersey Marathon
Thousands of runners took to the streets Sunday for the New Jersey Marathon, as crowds cheered them on surrounded by tighter security measures imposed after the bombings at the Boston Marathon.
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Thousands of runners took to the streets Sunday for the New Jersey Marathon, as crowds cheered them on surrounded by tighter security measures imposed after the bombings at the Boston Marathon.
Bomb-sniffing dogs and state troopers are on hand. There are officers on horseback and motorcycle along the route and police helicopters are also keeping an eye on things from the sky.
A bike expo was held Friday and Saturday in advance of the Five Boro Bike Tour, and plenty of people were making a point of showing support for Boston.
The EIF Revlon Run and Walk on Saturday morning raised money for women's cancer counseling, but many participants had the Boston Marathon on their mind.
With hundreds on hand in West Harrison to cheer him on Ty Powers, 44, legged out the remaining steps of the marathon that he never finished.
Just over two weeks since the Boston Marathon bombings, Boston police are studying ways to improve security for upcoming events.
Azamat Tazhayakov and Dias Kadyrbayev are charged with conspiring to obstruct justice, according to court documents. A third man, Robel Phillipos, is charged with making false statements to federal investigators.
If you thought hearing "Sweet Caroline" at Yankee Stadium was the last showing of solidarity you'd see between the Big Apple and our rival city Boston – you were wrong.
The man who was carjacked by the Boston Marathon bombing suspects broke his silence Tuesday to CBS News.
President Barack Obama on Tuesday defended the FBI's handling of a Russian intelligence tip about Tamerlan Tsarnaev, the deceased suspect in the Boston Marathon bombings.
After the bombings that killed three people at the Boston Marathon, this year's Long Island Marathon will be different.
Long Island Rep. Peter King, a member of the House Homeland Security Committee, said such information "definitely would have caused the investigation to go further.''
Sen. Charles Schumer, who is often a staunch supporter of federal agencies, said there are serious questions now about what the FBI knew about the Tsarnaev brothers before the deadly Boston Marathon bombings and ensuing reign of terror.
Participants in the TD Five Boro Bike Tour next weekend will have to abide by new restrictions implemented after the Boston Marathon bombings.
In Russian, Dzohkhar predicted on Twitter "I will die young." That tweet came just 13 months before the Boston attacks.
As revelers aboard the Intrepid enjoyed fireworks lighting up the sky above the Hudson River on Thursday night, blasts echoed through West Side neighborhoods, leaving many residents fearing the worst.
Kelly said the FBI apparently learned of the suspects' supposed plan at least 48 hours prior to telling the NYPD.
The NFL is donating $100,000 to One Fund Boston to aid victims of the Boston bombings.
Basketball aside, this will be the Celtics' first home game since the terrorist attack at the Boston Marathon. Emotions will be flowing and the crowd will be as into a basketball game as can be imagined.
The Boston Celtics will play at the TD Garden for the first time Friday night since the events of the Boston Marathon.
After the failure to pass gun control reform in the U.S. Senate last week, you might think the issue is dead on Capitol Hill. Sen. Richard Blumenthal says you should think again.
Executive Race Director Joe Gigas says all bags and backpacks will be banned, spectator access at the start and finish lines will be limited, and some parking areas will be closed.
They weren't coming to party. The NYPD said Thursday that the Boston Marathon bombing suspects were planning to come to New York City to detonate their remaining explosives in Times Square.
The Celtics are hoping the home crowd can turn the tide in their series against the Knicks.
Kenneth Feinberg was named the administrator of the One Fund Boston. He has previously administered the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund, the BP oil spill fund and other disaster relief funds.
The FAA issued a temporary flight restriction for drones over New York City, Long Island and parts of Westchester County. The restrictions are in effect until January 19.
A judge has scheduled a preliminary injunction hearing Friday for four of the New York-based lawsuits challenging congestion pricing.
A wintry mix of rain and snow is blowing into NYC, just in time for the evening commute and the start of holiday travel.
Luigi Mangione is at Metropolitan Detention Center Brooklyn on federal charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
With the first day of winter quickly approaching, it's time to take a look at what's in store, and how La Niña may factor in.
The FAA issued a temporary flight restriction for drones over New York City, Long Island and parts of Westchester County. The restrictions are in effect until January 19.
A judge has scheduled a preliminary injunction hearing Friday for four of the New York-based lawsuits challenging congestion pricing.
A wintry mix of rain and snow is blowing into NYC, just in time for the evening commute and the start of holiday travel.
Luigi Mangione is at Metropolitan Detention Center Brooklyn on federal charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
With the first day of winter quickly approaching, it's time to take a look at what's in store, and how La Niña may factor in.
A judge has scheduled a preliminary injunction hearing Friday for four of the New York-based lawsuits challenging congestion pricing.
A wintry mix of rain and snow is blowing into NYC, just in time for the evening commute and the start of holiday travel.
With the first day of winter quickly approaching, it's time to take a look at what's in store, and how La Niña may factor in.
We're in for a generally sunny day with some clouds from time to time — certainly nothing to fret about. Friday's a First Alert Weather Day, as we're anticipating rain and snow showers to develop.
Cold, rainy weather returns to NYC and the surrounding area today, and it's time to track some more snow later this week.
A judge has scheduled a preliminary injunction hearing Friday for four of the New York-based lawsuits challenging congestion pricing.
A wintry mix of rain and snow is blowing into NYC, just in time for the evening commute and the start of holiday travel.
With the first day of winter quickly approaching, it's time to take a look at what's in store, and how La Niña may factor in.
Some New Jersey American Water customers say their water is coming out brown or has an unusual taste or odor.
The New Jersey Supreme Court has put a hold on an appeals court decision to put the Paterson Police Department back under local control.
The FAA issued a temporary flight restriction for drones over New York City, Long Island and parts of Westchester County. The restrictions are in effect until January 19.
A judge has scheduled a preliminary injunction hearing Friday for four of the New York-based lawsuits challenging congestion pricing.
We're in for a generally sunny day with some clouds from time to time — certainly nothing to fret about. Friday's a First Alert Weather Day, as we're anticipating rain and snow showers to develop.
The mysterious drones seen flying over New Jersey and several other East Coast states have prompted a ban from the FAA.
If you're a National Grid customer in New York City or on Long Island, it's going to cost more to heat with gas this winter.
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo filed a lawsuit Thursday against a former aide, Charlotte Bennett, who alleged he sexually harassed her in 2020.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams' former chief advisor Ingrid Lewis-Martin has been indicted on bribery charges, the Manhattan DA announced.
A move in Congress by Sen. Chuck Schumer that would have allowed towns to track drones was blocked Wednesday.
A federal bill that could help prevent e-bike and e-scooter battery fires is finally nearing the finish line, according to the FDNY.
Ingrid Lewis-Martin, New York City Mayor Eric Adams' former chief advisor, is expected to report to court Thursday to face charges, her attorney said.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
New York Congressman-elect George Latimer expects "major pushback" to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s potential vaccine policy if he heads Donald Trump's Health and Human Services Department.
A breakthrough treatment is making a huge difference for stroke survivors, improving hand and arm function, and their quality of life.
CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu's mental illness did not stop her. Now, she's highlighting hope and solutions.
Suffolk County is warning parents about the dangers of co-sleeping after three more infants who shared beds with adults died in the last four weeks.
Sean "Diddy" Combs was back in federal court in Lower Manhattan on Wednesday for a pretrial hearing.
A spokesperson for Foxx said that he had to get stitches after he was hit in the face by a glass thrown from someone else in the restaurant.
Sean "Diddy" Combs filed a motion Friday to dismiss his appeal for bail, meaning he will stay in jail until his trial on sex trafficking charges in May 2025.
Jamie Foxx opened up about why he was hospitalized for several weeks in April 2023.
The annual gala at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts features personalized tributes with performances and testimonials from fellow artists.
Karl-Anthony Towns had 32 points and 20 rebounds in his return to Minnesota, leading the inspired Knicks past the Timberwolves on Thursday night.
The Brooklyn Nets overcame a 10-point deficit and beat the Toronto Raptors on Thursday night.
The Columbus Blue Jackets snapped a five-game skid with a victory over the New Jersey Devils on Thursday night.
The Yankees on Wednesday introduced one of their latest big name acquisitions – left-handed starting pitcher Max Fried.
Juuse Saros made 25 saves to lead the Nashville Predators to a victory over the New York Rangers on Tuesday night.
Mets owner Steve Cohen's Metropolitan Park casino complex proposal has picked up steam after gaining the Queens borough president's approval.
Parts of the MTA's emergency exit infrastructure are in a hazardous state of disrepair, according to a new audit report.
The Riverside Church of New York announced this week plans to close its Weekday School after 95 years of caring for local children.
Neighbors living in communities without subway stops say congestion pricing has caused many to consider leaving New York City.
As development continues in Gowanus, Powerhouse Arts, housed in an old power station, works to keep artists in the neighborhood.
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 Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is kicking off its new season. The company is highlighting the season with the world premiere of Interim Artistic Director Matthew Rushing's "Sacred Songs". The performance features music used in the original 1960 premier of Alvin Ailey's Seminal "Revelations" in a reimagined way. Creative Associate and Musical Director at Ailey Du'Bois A'Keen previews the new season.
A judge has scheduled a preliminary injunction hearing for four of the New York-based lawsuits challenging congestion pricing.
The UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect was extradited back to New York on Thursday where he is now facing four federal charges. CBS News New York's Derick Waller has the latest.
With Christmas and Hanukkah approaching, holiday travelers will be out in force this weekend. As CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports, millions will be hitting the road or catching a flight.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.
