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High-rise fire under investigation in Brownsville, Brooklyn
A fire broke out Thursday night at a high-rise building in Brownsville, Brooklyn.
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A fire broke out Thursday night at a high-rise building in Brownsville, Brooklyn.
A recent spike in violence in Brownsville, Brooklyn has the attention of community advocates and law enforcement. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
A recent spike in violence in Brownsville, Brooklyn has the attention of community advocates and law enforcement.
A Brooklyn community is dealing with an alarming rise in gun violence. Brownsville is on track to have more than double the amount of shootings than it had this time last year. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner spoke with advocates fighting for change after two people were shot at an outdoor party this weekend.
Police took five people into custody after two people were shot in Brooklyn at what appeared to be a late-night party.
At least five people are in custody after two people were shot in Brooklyn at what appeared to be a late-night party, police said. CBS New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
Three children were shot in Brownsville over the last two days -- one of them fatally -- and Tuesday night, outraged community members say something needs to change. CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
Two little girls, 9 and 11, were shot while playing in a park Monday near a school in Brownsville, Brooklyn. Investigators believe the girls, who are cousins, were not the intended targets. CBS New York's Alice Gainer reports.
Two girls were shot while playing in a park Monday near a school in Brownsville, Brooklyn. Investigators believe the girls were not the intended targets. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has the latest on the investigation.
Two girls, ages 9 and 11, were hurt in a shooting Monday while playing near a school in Brownville, Brooklyn.
Police are searching for the suspects after two girls, ages 9 and 11, were shot while playing in a park near P.S. 178. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has the latest from the scene.
Two girls were hospitalized after they were shot in Brownsville, according to NYPD.
We're told the girls, ages 9 and 11, were standing near the school in Brownsville when the shots were fired.
The 12-year-old, whose name has not been released, was charged Monday with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide and criminal possession of a weapon.
Three people were injured in a high-rise fire in Brooklyn on Sunday afternoon.
A person is being questioned in the death of a 14-year-old boy in Brooklyn. CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
The NYPD is looking for a man accused of choking a 6-year-old girl while demanding a 14-year-old girl hand over her gold necklace. It happened Wednesday on Eastern Parkway at Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn.
The latest NYPD statistics show crime remains down in the transit system compared to last year, but some riders still feel uneasy. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
A man is recovering after he was stabbed in the back on a 3 train near the Saratoga Avenue station in Brooklyn. Meanwhile, police are searching for the suspect. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
CBS New York's Jessica Moore has the latest on the investigation.
Powerful storms left a trail of devastation in their wake after spawning possible tornadoes in parts of Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas overnight.
A 1-year-old is in the hospital with critical injuries after police say a woman was driving while intoxicated and caused a dramatic crash Monday evening in Brooklyn. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
A woman faces DWI charges after allegedly running two red lights and crashing with a 1-year-old in the car without a car seat Monday in Brownsville, Brooklyn.
Police say two drivers are now in custody after several people were hurt in a wild crash Monday night, including a 1-year-old with critical injuries. CBS New York's Christina Fan has the latest from the scene in Brownsville, Brooklyn.
One driver was under suspicion of DWI, another was in custody for driving with a suspended license. CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
The U.S. Secret Service is facing mounting questions about the security flaws that allowed the shooter to fire from a rooftop near the rally.
A funeral will be held today for NYPD recruit Edgar Ordonez, who died last week after he collapsed during training in the Bronx.
"CBS Mornings" got an exclusive first look at the 47th class of Kennedy Center honorees, who will be celebrated for their lifetime artistic achievements and impact on American culture.
Former President Donald Trump is slated to accept the GOP's nomination for president on the fourth and last day of the Republican National Convention.
New York City police say officers shot a man who was wielding a machete late Wednesday night in the Mott Haven section of the Bronx.
A funeral will be held today for NYPD recruit Edgar Ordonez, who died last week after he collapsed during training in the Bronx.
New York City police say officers shot a man who was wielding a machete late Wednesday night in the Mott Haven section of the Bronx.
The death of Eric Garner in 2014 thrust his mother, Gwen Carr, into a life of activism. Her son's last words – "I can't breathe" – became a flashpoint for issues surrounding social injustice, seen then and still today in protests and demonstrations.
An 89-year-old stand-up comedian is one of the latest victims of random assault in New York City. Another woman randomly punched her in the face as she was walking home from a swim class on July 10.
New York's next offshore wind farm, Sunrise Wind, will be seven times bigger than its first one.
New York and New Jersey coped with another day of excessive heat and humidity Wednesday, as well as severe weather.
Severe weather moved through parts of the Tri-State Area amid another heat wave Tuesday, causing widespread damage.
Physical effects of heat waves, like heat stroke, are widely known. But scientists are now sounding the alarm on psychological consequences of extremely high temperatures.
The First Alert Weather Team has issued a Red Alert through Wednesday due to excessive heat and humidity in New York City, New Jersey and the entire Tri-State Area.
Extreme heat returned Sunday and it's only going to get hotter over the next few days.
Sen. Bob Menendez is refuting reports that he's planning to resign after he was convicted on federal bribery charges.
Pressure is mounting on convicted felon Bob Menendez to resign from the U.S. Senate, but not everyone thinks he will.
New York and New Jersey coped with another day of excessive heat and humidity Wednesday, as well as severe weather.
NJ Transit says the excessive heat is causing equipment issues, and riders should expect delays and cancellations for days.
A meteor soared over the Statue of Liberty in NYC and New Jersey, prompting reports of a loud boom and shaking buildings.
New York's next offshore wind farm, Sunrise Wind, will be seven times bigger than its first one.
Officials in Hempstead are warning beach goers about recent shark sightings and rough seas.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman signed a a controversial transgender athlete ban Monday which passed last month by the Nassau County legislature along party lines.
Physical effects of heat waves, like heat stroke, are widely known. But scientists are now sounding the alarm on psychological consequences of extremely high temperatures.
The First Alert Weather Team has issued a Red Alert through Wednesday due to excessive heat and humidity in New York City, New Jersey and the entire Tri-State Area.
The U.S. Secret Service is facing mounting questions about the security flaws that allowed the shooter to fire from a rooftop near the rally.
Former President Donald Trump is slated to accept the GOP's nomination for president on the fourth and last day of the Republican National Convention.
Ohio Sen. JD Vance delivered a speech on the third night of the Republican National Convention and accepted the party's nomination for vice president.
Sen. Bob Menendez is refuting reports that he's planning to resign after he was convicted on federal bribery charges.
New York's next offshore wind farm, Sunrise Wind, will be seven times bigger than its first one.
Physical effects of heat waves, like heat stroke, are widely known. But scientists are now sounding the alarm on psychological consequences of extremely high temperatures.
At least two cases of measles have been found in people staying at a New York City-run shelter for migrants in Brooklyn.
Nationwide, the CDC says the COVID virus level in wastewater is now "high" for the first time since last winter.
A first responder on Long Island is said to be the first in the country, outside a clinical trial, to undergo a life-saving surgery for peripheral artery disease.
Tahjana Lewis suffered burns to her chest, arms and legs, according to a recent lawsuit the Connecticut woman filed.
Nominations for the 76th annual Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday, with "Shōgun," "The Bear," "Hacks," "Only Murders in the Building" and "Baby Reindeer" all earning multiple major nods. See the full list of nominees for the 2024 ceremony here.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer dismissed the case with prejudice based on the misconduct of police and prosecutors.
Shelley Duvall worked frequently with director Robert Altman, and appeared in her final film in 2023 after decades away from Hollywood.
Josef Martínez scored two second-half goals to help CF Montreal rally for a 2-2 tie with the New York Red Bulls.
Mounsef Bakrar and Talles Magno each scored a second-half goal to help New York City FC rally and play Atlanta United to a 2-2 tie.
Argentina won its second straight Copa America championship, overcoming Lionel Messi's second-half leg injury to beat Colombia 1-0 on Lautaro Martínez's 112th-minute goal.
Fans appeared to breach the security gates at Hard Rock Stadium hours before the Copa America final between Argentina and Colombia.
Michael Toglia hit three of the Rockies' six homrs in an 8-5 win over the Mets on Sunday.
It's a tradition that dates back to 1887. Worshippers in Brooklyn paraded through the streets, a beloved Italian tradition.
Yehuda Beinin said his daughter was held in two different homes in Gaza for 54 days.
The New York City Department of Environmental Protection is installing seven miles of porous pavement in Brooklyn.
CBS New York first reported in April that drivers were illegally parking cars in a grassy area alongside a bike lane under the Queensboro Bridge. Since then, community members say they've seen little improvement.
Mayor Eric Adams' rezoning proposal, dubbed "City of Yes," sparked debate at a lengthy public hearing Wednesday.
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.
The 33-year-old recruit died last Wednesday after he collapsed during outdoor training at the police shooting range in the Bronx.
NJ Transit says the excessive heat is causing equipment issues that could lead to days of service disruptions. CBS New York's Christina Fan has the latest and hears from commuters.
The NYPD says a man wielding a machete was shot and wounded by police late Wednesday night in the Bronx.
CBS New York's Tony Sadiku and John Elliott have the latest weather forecast.
CBS New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for July 17 at 11 p.m.