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Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle announced her resignation Tuesday, a day after being grilled by lawmakers on Capitol Hill. CBS New York's Jessica Moore has the breaking news from the newsroom.
Rutgers President Jonathan Holloway faced tough questions from lawmakers about a deal with protesters who had set up encampments. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
New York City Schools Chancellor David Banks testified about antisemitism in schools Wednesday during a contentious hearing on Capitol Hill. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has the latest details.
New York City Schools Chancellor David Banks speaks to CBS New York's political reporter Marcia Kramer before testifying on Capitol Hill.
Social media executives were in the hot seat on Capitol Hill on Wednesday, getting grilled on what they are doing to keep children safe online. CBS New York's Dick Brennan reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3OrsrG5
President Biden's State of the Union address will be the final such speech before the 2024 presidential election.
Activists sat clapping and singing on the floor in the rotunda of the Cannon House Office Building, holding up large banners that read "Ceasefire" and "Let Gaza Live."
A large group of protesters occupied the Cannon Office Building on Capitol Hill on Wednesday, calling for an Israeli ceasefire. Skyler Henry reports for CBS New York.
The Long Island congressman could be heard shouting in a hallway on Capitol Hill.
Lawmakers paused Friday to remember a dark day in U.S. history that took the lives of five officers and injured more than 100 others.
Federal prosecutors have declined to file charges against nine people working on the "Late Show with Stephen Colbert" who were arrested at the U.S. Capitol complex last month.
The mayor spoke to lawmakers about the epidemic, saying it's time for the powers that be to act. CBS2's Marcia Kramer has the story.
In his State of the Union address, President Biden spoke about the need to support police departments as well as hold them accountable. "The answer is to fund the police with the resources and training they need to protect our communities," he said. Mr. Biden also called on Congress to increase gun regulations. Watch that portion of his remarks here.
As inflation rates continue to rise, President Biden reiterated that his administration has a plan to address the issue. He said he will "lower your costs, not your wages." Watch this portion of his State of the Union address.
In his State of the Union address, President Biden said that Russian President Vladimir Putin did not expect the West and NATO to unify against his actions in Ukraine. He then announced that the U.S. will close its airspace to Russian aircraft and join other countries to release millions of gallons of oil from reserves across the world. Watch his full remarks on the Russia-Ukraine crisis.
The man who claimed to have bomb in a pickup truck near the U.S. Capitol has surrendered to law enforcement, ending an hourslong standoff on Thursday.
Several Asian American lawmakers testified Thursday on Capitol Hill on the rise in violence and discrimination against Asian Americans amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
President Donald Trump left the White House Wednesday for a trip to Dallas, but not before stopping to take reporters' questions on a wide range of issues.
New gun legislation pending on Capitol Hill has some law enforcement authorities across the country worried.
Shots were fired, but the incident appeared to be criminal in nature with "no nexus to terrorism," said Capitol Police spokeswoman Eva Malecki
He's a conservative Republican from the Deep South but he says he knows the "anger, the frustration, the sadness and the humiliation'' of feeling "targeted'' by law enforcement "for nothing more than just being yourself.''
Food lover's guide to the best places for dining in the nation's capital.
Shopping guide to five of the best neighborhoods for shopping in Washington D.C.
Greeted by a roar of welcome from U.S. lawmakers, Pope Francis walked with an ear-to-ear smile into the Capitol's House chamber Thursday for the first-ever address by a pontiff to a joint meeting of Congress.
Republicans lined up on Capitol Hill Thursday, hoping to push out Shinseki.
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.
A lawsuit was announced Thursday, accusing Fordham University of turning a blind eye to the sexual abuse of minors in the 1970s.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
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.
The new soccer stadium across from Citi Field will be called Etihad Park, NYCFC and the United Arab Emirates airline announced.
Amid an unprecedented uptick in brush fires and a drought warning, it's raining in New York City for the first time in weeks.
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.
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.
The weather is shifting and bringing much-needed rain to the Tri-State Area. There may even be snow in parts of New York.
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.
Decision to cut topping comes as officials work to confirm source of E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders.
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.
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.
The Calgary Flames rallied to a victory over the New York Islanders on Tuesday night.
A new state-of-the-art trash system in NYCHA's Polo Grounds Towers in Harlem promises to tackle energy, rodent and recycling issues.
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 lawsuit focuses on several Fordham priests. The alleged victims were not college students, but minors living in the Bronx. CBS News New York's Doug Williams reports.
The defense in the trial of Daniel Penny called an expert witness to the stand Thursday who said he does not believe the chokehold called Jordan Neely's death. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
However, state education officials say that's not the goal, nor the plan. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Thursday's showers will help to prevent wildfires and brush fires, but the region's drought conditions are going to require additional downpours soon. CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
CBS News New York's John Elliott says conditions will improve over the weekend, with a slight bump in temperatures.
