Man shot in face steps away from Brooklyn playground
A man is recovering after being shot just steps away from a Brooklyn playground. It happened Saturday afternoon near the corner of Lafayette and Classen Avenue in Clinton Hill.
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A man is recovering after being shot just steps away from a Brooklyn playground. It happened Saturday afternoon near the corner of Lafayette and Classen Avenue in Clinton Hill.
People in Brooklyn are calling for safer streets as concerns grow about the quality of life in their neighborhood. This comes after two shootings within blocks of a migrant shelter in Clinton Hill. CBS New York's Alecia Reid has more on how the city is responding.
Worried residents are expected to gather Tuesday night in a call for safer streets in one Brooklyn neighborhood. It comes after two shootings, minutes apart, within blocks of a migrant shelter in Clinton Hill. CBS New York's Alice Gainer reports.
At least two cases of measles have been found in people staying at a New York City-run shelter for migrants in Brooklyn.
A Brooklyn community came together Saturday to help boost youth-based initiatives. Youth Action Day, held in Clinton Hill, addresses issues affecting the community and empowers young minds to find positive change.
Residents in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn are begging the city for more resources to help with the migrant crisis. Neighbors say crowds are creating noise and trash, and that the asylum seekers need an opportunity to make a living. CBS New York's Alecia Reid has the story.
CBS New York visited several communities on Thursday night and saw those who can't fight trying to join the fight.
A 48-year-old man intervened and got into an argument with the suspects, investigators said.
A 48-year-old man intervened and got into an argument with the suspects, CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
Police say the suspect was also shot in the leg, both are expected to recover. CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis has the latest on the investigation.
NYPD Commissioner Keechant Sewell, Mayor Eric Adams and other officials provide an update after an officer was shot Wednesday morning in Clinton Hill.
Police said officers were responding to a domestic call when one was shot in the leg Wednesday morning in Clinton Hill. CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis has the latest from the scene.
Police say a man attacked a 19-year-old woman, tried to force her to the ground and touched her inappropriately.
Police are searching for a man wanted in an attempted rape in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn.
Police say the suspect tried to rape a 19-year-old woman in Clinton Hill.
He is accused of grabbing or touching women in Park Slope, Williamsburg, and Clinton Hill from Aug. 28-Sept. 10.
Artist Vincent Ballentine says his first step is to remove the chunks of paint defacing the mural.
Biggie Smalls, one of the most well-known rappers, grew up steps away from where the mural was painted in Clinton Hill.
Leaders are calling on the city to crack down on reckless driving after an infant was hit & killed over the weekend.
The family of three was out for a walk in Clinton Hill when a car slammed into their stroller.
According to police, seven individuals approached a 14-year-old boy who was standing in front of a building and began assaulting him.
Police said the suspect was smoking marijuana as he walked by a 30-year-old man, who was with his 73-year-old grandmother and 82-year-old grandfather.
The attack happened early Sunday morning at Saint James Place and Lefferts Place where a 30-year-old woman had been walking home when she was attacked.
The toddler was stabbed in the side of his head with a metal comb and left in serious condition.
Police said the suspect approached from behind and said "I know you." He allegedly drop-kicked the victim to the ground and then ran off.
As development continues in Gowanus, Powerhouse Arts, housed in an old power station, works to keep artists in the neighborhood.
A federal judge said Tuesday that he won't dismiss a bribery charge against New York Mayor Eric Adams.
A 72-year-old man was pushed onto the subway tracks at the 34th Street-Herald Square station in Midtown after riding the Holiday Nostalgia Train on Sunday.
Congestion pricing advocates are looking forward to the benefits for the transit system, but people against the plan say it'll take a toll on the environment in some New York City neighborhoods.
A New Jersey congressman got a top secret briefing in Washington, D.C. on the drone sightings across the region as state residents and lawmakers demand more transparency from the federal government.
As development continues in Gowanus, Powerhouse Arts, housed in an old power station, works to keep artists in the neighborhood.
A federal judge said Tuesday that he won't dismiss a bribery charge against New York Mayor Eric Adams.
A 72-year-old man was pushed onto the subway tracks at the 34th Street-Herald Square station in Midtown after riding the Holiday Nostalgia Train on Sunday.
Congestion pricing advocates are looking forward to the benefits for the transit system, but people against the plan say it'll take a toll on the environment in some New York City neighborhoods.
A New Jersey congressman got a top secret briefing in Washington, D.C. on the drone sightings across the region as state residents and lawmakers demand more transparency from the federal government.
We're going for nearly 60 Tuesday, which flirts with the record of 62 set back in 2000. The normal high is 44, and we'll be nowhere near that.
A wintry mix and rain made a mess on the roads in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
The New York Mets introduced Juan Soto at Citi Field, after the four-time MLB All-Star signed a record 15-year, $765 million deal.
A storm bringing heavy rain and strong winds could lead to flooding and power outages, especially on Long Island.
Heavy rain and strong winds rolled into New York on Wednesday, prompting a First Alert Weather Day.
A New Jersey congressman got a top secret briefing in Washington, D.C. on the drone sightings across the region as state residents and lawmakers demand more transparency from the federal government.
The FBI is warning people about pointing lasers at aircraft after a New Jersey-based pilot was injured.
We're going for nearly 60 Tuesday, which flirts with the record of 62 set back in 2000. The normal high is 44, and we'll be nowhere near that.
New technology is being deployed to find out more information after the spike in drone sightings in New Jersey and beyond.
Federal lawmakers say they will push for new measures in Congress on Monday to track down the mysterious drones flying across the Tri-State Area.
We're going for nearly 60 Tuesday, which flirts with the record of 62 set back in 2000. The normal high is 44, and we'll be nowhere near that.
Accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann has been charged with a seventh murder.
A wintry mix and rain made a mess on the roads in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
A prosecutor tells CBS News New York a loophole in New York law made it difficult to charge a drugged driver who killed four members of a Long Island family last year.
Workers at the Kessler Thermometer Corporation on Long Island who suffered mercury poisoning blame their employer for "prioritizing profits over people."
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority announced Monday the upcoming rollout of more than 400 new cars.
Trump's lawyers said his conviction in state court should not stand because he was elected president after his conviction.
The NYPD's use of stop-and-frisk and compliance with the How Many Stops Act was examined at a City Council hearing on Monday.
President-elect Donald Trump says he would "look at" a pardon for New York City Mayor Eric Adams, who has been indicted on corruption charges.
Ingrid Lewis-Martin, who abruptly resigned as a top advisor to New York City Mayor Eric Adams, is pushing back against corruption allegations against her.
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.
Anthem will reverse a policy that would have capped insurance coverage for anesthesia after objections from doctors and lawmakers.
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.
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes, with 10 nominees revealed live on CBS News.
The Yankees reportedly agreed to acquire outfielder Cody Bellinger from the Cubs for right-hander Cody Poteet on Tuesday.
Evan Mobley scored 21 points, Caris LeVert added 19 and the Cavaliers rolled to a 130-101 win over the Nets on Monday night.
Jalen Brunson scored 31 points and Karl-Anthony Towns added 22 points and 22 rebounds in the Knicks' 100-91 win over the Magic on Sunday.
The Rangers suffered their 10th loss in their last 13 games, 3-2 to the Blues in St. Louis on Sunday night.
Connor Bedard scored with 54 seconds left and Arvid Soderblom made 30 saves, helping the Blackhawks beat the Islanders 5-3 on Sunday.
As development continues in Gowanus, Powerhouse Arts, housed in an old power station, works to keep artists in the neighborhood.
The Guinness World Record holder for the largest gingerbread village is now on display at the Shops at Columbus Circle.
A Queens couple says they have been waiting for a working stove in their apartment for two and a half years.
Brooklynites are trying to protect the new young trees coming to the borough after an ambitious effort to plant more than 3,000 trees in one district.
Five hundred New York Common Pantry clients received care packages this week from the Robin Hood Foundation through a partnership with Amazon and L'Oreal.
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."
We continue to report on the ongoing development of Gowanus, Brooklyn, which was rezoned in 2021 to add thousands of new apartment units. For decades, the industrial zone attracted artists, many of whom now worry about being priced out. CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger explains why one nonprofit is working to address those concerns.
New York state's highest court issued a historic decision in favor of retired New York City workers.
A successful pig kidney transplant at NYU Langone Health is offering hope for tens of thousands waiting for life-saving transplants.
The accused JFK stowaway appeared in federal court Tuesday after being arrested again, this time while allegedly trying to sneak into Canada.
A judge has denied a motion from Mayor Eric Adams to dismiss a bribery charge against him.
