Human remains found in suitcase in NYC's East River
Police say human remains were found in a suitcase in the East River on Wednesday evening.
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Police say human remains were found in a suitcase in the East River on Wednesday evening.
A Brooklyn mother is desperately seeking answers after her son's body was found in a branch of the East River after leaving a nearby nightclub. CBS New York's Christina Fan has the story.
A man's body washed up in an arm of the East River in July. He's the third person found dead there in the past year.
A mother in Brooklyn is desperately seeking answers after her son's body was found in a branch of the East River. As CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports, he is the third person found dead there after leaving nearby nightclubs in the past year.
Divers pulled his body from the water at Pier 16.
The family of a 13-year-old boy who went missing in the East River confirms his body has been found. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3SaOcwG
It wasn't immediately clear if the body was pulled from the East River was 13-year-old Kavion Brown Godfrey, who was last seen going into the water a week ago. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
The teenager entered the river near East Sixth Street and was seen by witnesses struggling against strong currents.
It's been nearly a week since a teenager went missing in the East River, and his parents are demanding answers about what happened. CBS New York's Dave Carlin reports on the continued search efforts. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/45Pk79d
The teenager, identified as Kavion Godfrey, entered the water on Friday. CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has the latest.
It's unclear why he went in the water, but investigators said they do not believe any criminality to be involved.
The teen went into the river at around 4 p.m. on Friday and has not been seen since. CBS New York's Maurice Dubois reports.
Police said the boy went into the East River on Friday afternoon and hasn't been seen since.
Water rescue teams, aviation and emergency service units all responded, but there were no signs of the boy after more than 16 hours. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
Police are searching the East River for a 13-year-old boy. They say the boy entered the waters around 4 p.m. Friday and has not been seen since. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/46z47ZY
FDNY responded to the river near Houston Street after getting a call about the disabled seaplane.
Chopper 2 was over the scene where the seaplane became disabled near Houston Street.
Families from all over traveled to the East River to watch one of the great spectacles the Big Apple has to offer. CBS New York's Ali Bauman spoke to many of them.
It has been a while since the West Side of Manhattan has hosted the fireworks show. Residents are hopeful Macy's will one day bring the spectacle back. CBS New York's Dave Carlin reports.
CBS New York's Ali Bauman has more on the gathering crowds on the East Side and the NYPD's preparations to keep everyone safe.
West Siders want it back on the Hudson River, but Macy's says many factors go into determining the spot yearly.
More than 60,000 shells and effects were launched from five barges on the East River.
Macy's presents its 47th annual fireworks show next Tuesday night.
Witnesses say they saw a good Samaritan go into the water and pull him out.
They thought they were responding to a dog in distress.
AG Pam Bondi directed federal prosecutors to pursue the death penalty against Luigi Mangione, the UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect.
Outdoor dining is set to start today in NYC. Here's what to know to find the best table near you.
Democratic Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey began speaking around 7 p.m. on Monday and said he would continue speaking "for as long as I am physically able."
Anthony Davis had 12 points and seven rebounds in 28 minutes in his first home game since being injured Feb. 8.
New photos show a first look inside the Waterbury, Connecticut home where a man claims his stepmother held him captive for two decades.
AG Pam Bondi directed federal prosecutors to pursue the death penalty against Luigi Mangione, the UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect.
Outdoor dining is set to start today in NYC. Here's what to know to find the best table near you.
Videos posted on social media show mayhem at The Mall at Bay Plaza in the Bronx after teens started running and startled shoppers.
Brooklyn attorney Albert Elia says he was kicked off a grand jury after being empaneled because he's blind.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer stepped up the fight by Democrats to stop Republican Medicaid cuts with a visit to a Long Island nursing home on Monday.
New photos show a first look inside the Waterbury, Connecticut home where a man claims his stepmother held him captive for two decades.
Monday's powerful storm triggered a severe thunderstorm warning and tornado warning for parts of New Jersey.
A man who told police his stepmother held him captive in their Waterbury home for two decades asked why she is not in jail while awaiting trial, a state prosecutor says.
A weekend filled with roller coaster temperatures and elevated pollen levels is here in the Tri-State Area.
In NYC and beyond, the spring 2025 allergy season is striking earlier -- and sticking around longer -- than usual this year.
Monday's powerful storm triggered a severe thunderstorm warning and tornado warning for parts of New Jersey.
In the New Jersey governor's race, Democrat Josh Gottheimer says a Republican's idea for a congestion pricing-like toll on New Yorkers is "outrageous."
A weekend filled with roller coaster temperatures and elevated pollen levels is here in the Tri-State Area.
Repairs on Route 80 in Wharton, New Jersey, are not expected to be complete until early to mid-May, NJDOT said Friday.
New Jersey's days as the only state in the nation where drivers are not allowed to pump their gas could soon come to an end.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer stepped up the fight by Democrats to stop Republican Medicaid cuts with a visit to a Long Island nursing home on Monday.
Happy Cat Sanctuary owner Chris Arsenault was killed trying to save his cats from a fire on Dourland Road in Medford, Long Island.
Monday's powerful storm triggered a severe thunderstorm warning and tornado warning for parts of New Jersey.
A man accused of crashing a vehicle into the backyard of a Long Island home then leaving the scene earlier this month has been arrested.
A nature lover successfully lobbied to create Long Island's first amphibian crossing, the underground Frog Hollow Tunnel.
Democratic Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey began speaking around 7 p.m. on Monday and said he would continue speaking "for as long as I am physically able."
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer stepped up the fight by Democrats to stop Republican Medicaid cuts with a visit to a Long Island nursing home on Monday.
An attorney for NYC Mayor Eric Adams has asked a judge to hurry up and make a ruling on the motion to dismiss his federal corruption case.
The Trump administration has targeted international students in wake of pro-Palestinian protests and other activities.
President Trump indicated he was looking for ways to serve a third term, which is not allowed under the 22nd Amendment, in an interview with NBC News.
The Ulster County clerk refused to file a $113,000 fine from Texas against a doctor accused of prescribing abortion pills to a woman near Dallas.
In NYC and beyond, the spring 2025 allergy season is striking earlier -- and sticking around longer -- than usual this year.
Sleep apnea screenings will be free for New Yorkers under a new law passed at City Hall on Wednesday.
One of Mayor Eric Adams' signature mental health care programs is in question after a City Council report suggested it's ineffective.
Nestlé USA cites consumer complaints, including "one potential choking incident" for recalling products sold nationwide.
Monday is opening night on Broadway for the star-studded revival of the modern classic "Glengarry Glen Ross."
Actor Richard Chamberlain died Saturday, March 29, in Waimanalo, Hawai'i of complications following a stroke. He was two days shy of his 91st birthday.
President Trump signed an executive order targeting funding for Smithsonian Institution programs that he says contain "divisive, race-centered ideology."
The Flash: Vertical Velocity coaster is the first "super boomerang" roller coaster in North America.
Hamdan Ballal said Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank beat him in front of his home while filming the assault.
Anthony Davis had 12 points and seven rebounds in 28 minutes in his first home game since being injured Feb. 8.
Paul Cotter and Jesper Bratt scored in the shootout, and the Devils beat the Wild 3-2 on Monday night for their third win in four games.
Pete Alonso hit a grand slam and the New York Mets beat the Miami Marlins 10-4.
The NY Yankees' new torpedo bats drew attention Saturday, as they hit a team-record nine homers against the Milwaukee Brewers.
OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges each scored 28 points and the Knicks dominated the second half for a 110-93 win over the Trail Blazers on Sunday.
As Gov. Kathy Hochul pushes for a "bell-to-bell" ban on cellphones inside classrooms, two schools in the Bronx got ahead of the curve and are seeing benefits.
Coney Island's amusements are set to open Saturday as the Brooklyn Borough President weighs in on a casino proposal.
Students are swapping their textbooks for shovels in a mission to restore sand dunes at Coney Island Creek.
CBS News New York's Elle McLogan headed to Citi Field to find out what's new on the menu for Mets fans in 2025.
Voters will cast their ballots in Brooklyn in a special election to fill a vacant New York City Council seat
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."
Outdoor dining officially begins Tuesday, April 1 in New York City. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge has a look at some of the changes this year.
The U.S. attorney general directed federal prosecutors to seek the death penalty against the man accused of murdering United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson last year in New York City. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer has the update.
Andrew Hargest the founder of Compost Club gives advice for composting in New York City.
Zosia Mamet, Sarah Snook, and Kenny Leon were some of the stars who attended the opening night of the revival of "Glengarry Glen Ross" on Broadway
A familiar face joined Stephen Colbert for The Late Show on Monday night.
