U.S. seeks to move "El Mayo" case to federal court in Brooklyn
Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, known as a top leader and co-founder of Mexico's Sinaloa cartel, faces charges in multiple U.S. locales.
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Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, known as a top leader and co-founder of Mexico's Sinaloa cartel, faces charges in multiple U.S. locales.
The Sinaloa cartel founder says he's suffering "psychological torment" in a prison dubbed the "Alcatraz of the Rockies."
The federal jail in New York City where wealthy financier Jeffrey Epstein took his own life is on lockdown as authorities try to determine whether someone smuggled a gun inside one of the most secure federal jails in the country.
Guzman was convicted in February of all 10 federal counts against him, following an 11-week trial.
The federal government said in papers filed Wednesday the court should sentence Joaquin Guzman to the statutory mandatory minimum of life imprisonment plus an additional 30 years.
Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman reportedly wants to workout.
The defense team for Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman said it will seek a new trial in light of "misconduct" on the part of several jurors who allegedly followed media accounts of the case.
Prosecutors say he is responsible for smuggling at least 200 tons of cocaine into the United States and using violence to protect his turf.
In newly unsealed documents, one witness told authorities Guzman had sex with underage girls - some as young as 13 - after he had them drugged.
According to papers made public late Friday, a key government cooperator told authorities Joaquin Guzman had him drug girls as young as 13 before Guzman had sex with them
The defense rested its case Tuesday after calling just one witness, an FBI agent who was questioned about a report he wrote on a debriefing of one of the cooperators who testified against Guzman.
Alex Cifuentes spoke about the alleged bribe to former President Enrique Pena Nieto while being cross-examined at Guzman's murder and drug conspiracy trial in New York.
Prosecutors are accusing the wife of Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman of making phone calls from within the Brooklyn courthouse, possible putting people in danger.
A juror had to be excused for an unknown reason shortly before they were set to start.
A jury of seven women and five men are to hear opening statements Tuesday.
The man admitted at jury selection on Tuesday that he asked a court officer to help him get the autograph.
Guzman is accused of running a massive drug trafficking operation, along with money laundering, kidnapping and murder.
The upcoming trial of accused drug kingpin Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman could be moved from Brooklyn to Manhattan.
A U.S. judge has given permission for a psychologist to examine Joaquin "El Chapo'' Guzman behind bars.
A judge in New York has refused to guarantee that private lawyers seeking to represent Mexican drug lord and escape artist Joaquin "El Chapo'' Guzman will get paid.
Guzman answered the judge's questions through an interpreter Friday. He spent half the hearing looking across the courtroom at his wife, who smiled and waved to him as she entered.
Witnesses told Reuters the plane flew low over the hospital and the man was thrown out.
An official with Amnesty International wants to interview Mexican drug lord Joaquin ``El Chapo'' Guzman about allegations he's being mistreated in the high-security wing of a federal jail that's housed mobsters and terrorists.
Guzman, 59, was brought to the United States in January to face charges that he oversaw a multi-billion dollar international drug trafficking operation responsible for murders and kidnappings.
Guzman, who has repeatedly been imprisoned and escaped in Mexico, appeared Friday in a federal court in Brooklyn.
U.S. Attorney for the Southern District Damian Williams announced plans to resign Monday.
New York's iconic Blue Man Group is packing it in after more than 30 years on stage.
Special counsel Jack Smith asked a federal judge to toss out the charges against President-elect Donald Trump in the case stemming from the 2020 election.
At John F. Kennedy International Airport, officials hope new upgrades and a brand-new terminal will eventually make the Thanksgiving holiday travel experience smoother.
Tenants in a six-story building in Queens say they were forced to climb stairs amid a six-week-long elevator outage.
U.S. Attorney for the Southern District Damian Williams announced plans to resign Monday.
New York's iconic Blue Man Group is packing it in after more than 30 years on stage.
At John F. Kennedy International Airport, officials hope new upgrades and a brand-new terminal will eventually make the Thanksgiving holiday travel experience smoother.
Tenants in a six-story building in Queens say they were forced to climb stairs amid a six-week-long elevator outage.
A Thanksgiving storm is forecast to bring rain, and even snow, for some parts of New York and New Jersey.
A Thanksgiving storm is forecast to bring rain, and even snow, for some parts of New York and New Jersey.
Thanksgiving week starts Monday with partly sunny skies and temps in the mid 50s, but things will change from there.
The MTA announced the Federal Highway Administration has given congestion pricing the green light, clearing the way for it to start on Jan. 5, 2025.
After a long period of drought and fire hazards, we're getting an early taste of winter. New York, New Jersey and Connecticut have been desperate for rain.
The first major snowstorm of the season brought school closures, power outages, and heavy snow to our region, including to areas that badly needed it.
A Thanksgiving storm is forecast to bring rain, and even snow, for some parts of New York and New Jersey.
It's Thanksgiving week and what is expected to be a record number of people will be hitting the road or taking to the sky to celebrate.
New Jersey Sen. George Helmy said congestion pricing could drive businesses out of New York City and into the Garden State on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Thanksgiving week starts Monday with partly sunny skies and temps in the mid 50s, but things will change from there.
A fire in Bayonne displaced several families and caused a day care to evacuate Friday.
New Jersey Sen. George Helmy said congestion pricing could drive businesses out of New York City and into the Garden State on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Thanksgiving week starts Monday with partly sunny skies and temps in the mid 50s, but things will change from there.
The MTA announced the Federal Highway Administration has given congestion pricing the green light, clearing the way for it to start on Jan. 5, 2025.
After a long period of drought and fire hazards, we're getting an early taste of winter. New York, New Jersey and Connecticut have been desperate for rain.
The first major snowstorm of the season brought school closures, power outages, and heavy snow to our region, including to areas that badly needed it.
U.S. Attorney for the Southern District Damian Williams announced plans to resign Monday.
Special counsel Jack Smith asked a federal judge to toss out the charges against President-elect Donald Trump in the case stemming from the 2020 election.
New Jersey Sen. George Helmy said congestion pricing could drive businesses out of New York City and into the Garden State on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Democrats say they're concerned or scared Trump will threaten their rights, but fewer than half feel motivated to oppose him.
New York has repealed a seldom-used law over a century old that made it a crime to cheat on your spouse.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
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.
New York's iconic Blue Man Group is packing it in after more than 30 years on stage.
Chuck Woolery was inducted into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007 and earned a daytime Emmy nomination in 1978.
Lawyers for actor Jonathan Majors and Grace Jabbari agreed to dismiss the case with prejudice, according to a joint filing in Manhattan federal court.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
A federal judge is deciding whether to release Sean "Diddy" Combs on bail as he awaits trial on sex trafficking and racketeering charges.
The Buccaneers rushed for four touchdowns in a 30-7 victory over the Giants and new starting quarterback Tommy DeVito on Sunday.
The New York Rangers lost to the Edmonton Oilers 6-2 on Saturday night.
The New York Islanders beat the St. Louis Blues on Saturday night to end a three-game skid.
Tomas Tatar had a goal and an assist and the New Jersey Devils beat the Washington Capitals on Saturday night.
The New York Red Bulls posted a 2-0 victory over New York City FC in an Eastern Conference semifinal on Saturday night.
Tenants in a six-story building in Queens say they were forced to climb stairs amid a six-week-long elevator outage.
The new Davis Center will bring back the wonder of skating and swimming alongside Harlem Meer in Central Park.
Thursday marks exactly 60 years since the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge opened to much fanfare.
Nov. 29 is the last day for New York City restaurants to remove roadway dining sheds, which will now be seasonal under new regulations set by the City Council.
A new state-of-the-art trash system in NYCHA's Polo Grounds Towers in Harlem promises to tackle energy, rodent and recycling issues.
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."
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has a look at the First Alert Weather forecast.
Actors Essence Atkins and Tetona Jackson join CBS New York to talk about the new show and working with Damon Wayans and Damon Wayans Jr.
Rachel Miller, Editor-in-Chief of Self joins CBS New York to talk about how people can navigate being sad in the winter.
Jennifer Lotito, President and Chief Operating Officer, (RED) joins CBS New York to discuss World AIDS Day, which is on December 1.
Thanksgiving travel is expected to be the busiest on record this year, with airports nationwide bracing for massive crowds. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge takes a look at preparations at JFK Airport.
