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New York State Sen. Joseph Addabbo chairs the Committee on Racing, Gaming and Wagering. Watch the full interview on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
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New York State Sen. Joseph Addabbo chairs the Committee on Racing, Gaming and Wagering. Watch the full interview on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Two of New York City's busiest subway lines are getting a boost 10 months after the MTA started collecting congestion pricing tolls.
At times, they're billed when they pull out of their own garage, they say.
As CBS News New York's Mahsa Saeidi investigates, these residents claim they're being hit with bogus congestion pricing tolls because they live inside the congestion zone.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is blasting the MTA over its handling of subway crime.
Saturday marks six months since congestion pricing started in New York City.
Saturday marks six months since the start of congestion pricing, and Gov. Kathy Hochul and MTA officials are touting the program as a success.
MTA board members convened for their monthly meetings on Wednesday, just a day after a judge sided with the agency on congestion pricing.
CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has learned the latest round of work includes upgrades to camera systems, cable improvements, and upgrades to public announcements, emergency systems and facilities.
The MTA board is set to meet Wednesday, one day after a judge granted a temporary restraining order in the ongoing congestion pricing battle with the Trump administration. CBS News New York's Derick Waller reports.
New York won a legal victory Tuesday in the ongoing congestion pricing battle with the Trump administration.
The federal government had previously threatened to pull funding starting Wednesday if the program continued. Tuesday's order means it can't do that until at least June 9. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner has the story.
A judge ruled the feds cannot penalize New York for keeping the cameras on while the legal battle plays out. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
The MTA filed a preliminary injunction to fight efforts by the Trump administration to end the controversial tolling program. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook explains.
A hearing over the future of congestion pricing in New York City is scheduled for Tuesday.
The most recent deadline set by the Trump administration for New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to halt the city's congestion pricing has come and gone.
The deadline imposed by the Trump administration has come and gone. Duffy has warned Gov. Hochul that keeping the tolling program could lead to the loss of federal funding for city projects. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports.
The Trump administration says New York must end congestion pricing or risk losing federal funding.
Wednesday is the deadline set by the Trump administration for Gov. Kathy Hochul to cancel congestion pricing or lose some federal funding.
If New York does not comply it could risk losing federal funding. But as CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports, Gov. Kathy Hochul says the tolling cameras are staying on.
If New York refuses to cancel the tolling program, it runs the risk of losing some federal funding. As CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports, data shows traffic has increased in the congestion zone.
A judge says a memo the Trump administration accidentally released cannot be used in court because it contained privileged attorney-client communications.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul says the new state budget agreement commits to making the subway system safer.
The governor touted her efforts to improve subway safety despite federal threats to cut aid to New York in less than three weeks. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
Federal layers seeking to kill New York City congestion pricing said they mistakenly filed a memo admitting flaws in the Trump administration's case.
Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina blasted CVS for not releasing the surveillance video to police.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Trees will be turned into wood chips that are used to nourish other trees and plants across New York City.
Shovels and plows will be out later Friday as people in New York City and the surrounding area prepare for a blast of winter.
It's a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to accumulating snow that could be heavy at times.
Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina blasted CVS for not releasing the surveillance video to police.
Trees will be turned into wood chips that are used to nourish other trees and plants across New York City.
Shovels and plows will be out later Friday as people in New York City and the surrounding area prepare for a blast of winter.
It's a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to accumulating snow that could be heavy at times.
Federal funding cuts have left local organizations struggling to meet growing needs, prompting a borough-wide fundraising push to support food access, housing and other essential services.
Shovels and plows will be out later Friday as people in New York City and the surrounding area prepare for a blast of winter.
It's a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to accumulating snow that could be heavy at times.
Forecast model data continues to suggest that a general 4–8-inch snowfall is likely with this system.
We've issued a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to snow.
It's a First Alert Weather Day as a mixture of snow and rain move through the Tri-State Area Tuesday morning.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Shovels and plows will be out later Friday as people in New York City and the surrounding area prepare for a blast of winter.
It's a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to accumulating snow that could be heavy at times.
Forecast model data continues to suggest that a general 4–8-inch snowfall is likely with this system.
We've issued a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to snow.
Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina blasted CVS for not releasing the surveillance video to police.
Shovels and plows will be out later Friday as people in New York City and the surrounding area prepare for a blast of winter.
It's a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to accumulating snow that could be heavy at times.
In Levittown, volunteers spent Christmas morning making dreams come true for children from struggling families.
Forecast model data continues to suggest that a general 4–8-inch snowfall is likely with this system.
Strikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria come after President Trump spent weeks accusing the West African country's government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.
Mamdani's team says the group of 48 includes "people from across fields and communities" and are "New Yorkers whose creativity, leadership and lived experience reflect the full life of the city."
The Justice Department said the process of releasing the Epstein files may take "a few more weeks" due to the volume of materials.
A federal judge has given a green light to New York's so-called Green Light Law, rejecting the Trump administration's bid to stop the state from giving people driver's licenses without having them prove they're in the country legally.
Leaders in Paterson, N.J., are pushing back against Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard's remarks suggesting the city is working to impose Islamic law.
A spike in measles cases in Rockland County has New York health officials urging families to get vaccinated.
Researchers on Long Island say they've found physical evidence of PTSD in World Trade Center first responders.
In New York, cases of flu, RSV and COVID have spiked since Thanksgiving.
There are at least 500 sudden and unexpected deaths in the city each year, and in roughly a fifth of those cases, a genetic cause can be detected.
UnitedHealthcare and NewYork-Presbyterian have roughly two weeks to reach an agreement or thousands of Medicare Advantage members could be forced to find care elsewhere.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Comedian and actor Bowen Yang performed his final sketch on "SNL" Saturday night, after announcing his unexpected mid-season exit from the show.
A judge Friday voided the conviction of one of the two men found guilty of the 2002 killing of Run-D.M.C. star Jam Master Jay.
The special features interviews with Kathy Bates, Annette Bening, Albert Brooks, Michael Douglas, Kiefer Sutherland, Jerry O'Connell and Mandy Patinkin.
Adam Pelech scored the tiebreaking goal late in the third period, and the New York Islanders beat the New Jersey Devils 2-1 on Tuesday night.
Taylor Raddysh and Alexis Lafreniere scored 68 seconds apart in a five-goal third period for the New York Rangers in a 7-3 win over the Washington Capitals on Tuesday.
Anthony Edwards scored 38 points to help the Minnesota Timberwolves beat former teammate Karl-Anthony Towns for the first time and hold off the New York Knicks 115-104.
Michael Porter Jr. scored 28 points, as the Brooklyn Nets beat the Philadelphia 76ers 114-106.
The Mets jettisoned another core player Monday, trading second baseman Jeff McNeil to the Athletics for minor league right-hander Yordan Rodriguez.
Federal funding cuts have left local organizations struggling to meet growing needs, prompting a borough-wide fundraising push to support food access, housing and other essential services.
What began as a middle school project has grown into hundreds of handwritten messages left across New York City, offering encouragement to strangers and revealing how a small gesture can resonate for weeks.
NYC says center-running bus lanes will speed up commutes and improve safety on one of Brooklyn's busiest corridors, but critics aren't so sure.
Nine Brooklyn Football Club partner bars are collecting shelf-stable food and winter coats to benefit 10 local schools.
The Davis Center in Harlem is now open for its first winter season after technical delays.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
CBS News New York's Craig Allen has the latest on the powerful storm set to bring significant snow.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has a look at the First Alert Weather forecast. as a powerful snow storm heads our way.
In addition to discussing preparations for the storm, officials also spoke about the killing of a CVS worker in Lindenhurst on Christmas.
The weeklong celebration occurs each year from Dec. 26-Jan. 1. It was created in 1966 as a non-religious way for African Americans to reconnect with ancestral roots.
Chopper 2 was over the scene as crews rushed to Westwood Drive South in West Orange, N.J. around 5 a.m. Friday morning.
