Sammy's Law signed by Gov. Hochul, allowing NYC to lower speed limits
Sammy's Law was named after 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, who was struck and killed by a driver in Brooklyn in 2013. CBS New York's John Dias reports.
Sammy's Law was named after 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, who was struck and killed by a driver in Brooklyn in 2013. CBS New York's John Dias reports.
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed Sammy's Law Thursday, which grants New York City the authority to lower the citywide speed limit from 25 MPH to 20 MPH.
With rallies becoming more prevalent in New York City, Mayor Eric Adams is now reaching into his own pockets to say the city will not tolerate chaos in the name of free speech. CBS New York's Ali Bauman reports.
With new power granted by the state, New York City has launched a crackdown on illegal smoke shops.
Mayor Eric Adams is offering $5,000 of his own money for information leading to the arrest of whoever vandalized a WWI statue Monday night.
The Sheriff's Office and the NYPD said they inspected at least 20 shops across the five boroughs. CBS New York investigative reporter Tim McNicholas has the story.
Adams said he is offering $5,000 of his own money for information leading to an arrest and conviction of those responsible for the vandalism, which happened as pro-Palestinian protesters were marching to disrupt the Met Gala Monday night.
The Queens assemblyman shares his take on what's going on with college protests across the country, and the decisions by administrators to call for a police response.
Mayor Eric Adams and the NYPD are helping schools develop plans to deal with university protests, sources say. It comes after police arrested hundreds of protesters at Columbia and City College earlier this week.
CBS New York has team coverage of the NYPD's actions at the two New York City schools on Tuesday night. CBS New York's Marcia, Kramer, Christina Fan and Jessica Moore report.
Mayor Eric Adams joined NYPD officials to discuss the arrests made during pro-Palestinian protests at Columbia University and City College.
Columbia University called in the NYPD and cleared protesters from campus, ending a pro-Palestinian encampment on the school's main lawn.
Mayor Eric Adams and the NYPD gave an update Tuesday afternoon on the ongoing protests at Columbia University. CBS New York political reporter Marcia Kramer discusses the new information.
It is still illegal on the federal level, but now the DEA may reclassify the drug as less dangerous. CBS New York's Dick Brennan explains what it all means.
As CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports, there is uncertainty about what the end of the semester will look like.
Columbia University has given protesters until Friday to clear their encampment from the campus. Meanwhile, the mayor says the National Guard won't be necessary.
CBS New York hears from New York City Mayor Eric Adams about the law enforcement response to the pro-Palestinian protests at Columbia University, NYU and beyond.
Mayor Eric Adams announced New York City's executive budget for the next fiscal year on Wednesday.
Though it avoids major cuts, members of the City Council are questioning why any had to be made at all. CBS New York's Doug Williams reports.
On the eve of 4/20, Gov. Kathy Hochul unveiled a plan for law enforcement to lock up thousands of illegal marijuana shops.
A new law would allow law enforcement to lock up illegal smoke shops, literally, with padlocks. CBS New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
New York City health officials are warning of a worrisome increase in the number of leptospirosis cases from contact with rat urine.
Protesters managed to get uncomfortably close to New York City Mayor Eric Adams while he was giving a speech about the future of the city, including its iconic skyline.
It comes after Mayor Eric Adams' promise to build four skate parks in city. CBS New York's Hannah Kliger reports.
New York City is launching a pilot program to help domestic violence survivors who are living in city shelters find more permanent housing.
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A rare geomagnetic storm Friday could trigger a northern lights show just outside of the New York City area.
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A rare geomagnetic storm Friday could trigger a northern lights show just outside of the New York City area.
Police are looking for the Brooklyn hit-and-run driver who killed a 71-year-old woman and injured her 44-year-old daughter days before Mother's Day.
It will be cool with rain around the area in the morning. Rain and drizzle will linger during the remainder of the day.
Columbia University began its graduation ceremonies Friday. The university decided to cancel its main commencement after weeks of pro-Palestinian protests and turmoil on campus.
Accompanying cooler temperatures will be multiple chances of rain through Sunday.
A rare geomagnetic storm Friday could trigger a northern lights show just outside of the New York City area.
It will be cool with rain around the area in the morning. Rain and drizzle will linger during the remainder of the day.
Accompanying cooler temperatures will be multiple chances of rain through Sunday.
Traffic was flowing on I-95 in Norwalk Monday after being shut down in both directions due to a fiery tractor-trailer crash last week.
I-95 fully reopened in both directions Sunday in Norwalk, Connecticut, days after a tanker truck caught fire and badly damaged a bridge.
A rare geomagnetic storm Friday could trigger a northern lights show just outside of the New York City area.
It will be cool with rain around the area in the morning. Rain and drizzle will linger during the remainder of the day.
Accompanying cooler temperatures will be multiple chances of rain through Sunday.
A New Jersey fire chief who allegedly dumped a bucket of rocks, mud and gravel onto a rare 1995 Nissan Nismo 270R has been criminally charged.
Rutgers University President Jonathan Holloway faced questions from New Jersey lawmakers at a state budget hearing Thursday regarding pro-Palestinian protests on campus.
A rare geomagnetic storm Friday could trigger a northern lights show just outside of the New York City area.
A plastic surgeon from Long Island recently returned from a medical mission in Gaza and says the experience changed him forever.
It will be cool with rain around the area in the morning. Rain and drizzle will linger during the remainder of the day.
An instructor at Nassau County's Fire Service Academy was badly burned during a training exercise Thursday.
An accused international jewelry thief was arrested in New York City after he was allegedly caught on video pocketing a $17,000 watch inside a Long Island store.
Michael Cohen's testimony in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York suggests the prosecution is reaching the home stretch of its case.
The bill stalled earlier this week after senators from Virginia and Maryland objected to a provision that would allow an additional 10 flights a day to and from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Stormy Daniels gave defiant testimony Thursday as the defense accused her of fabricating details of the alleged sexual encounter between her and former President Donald Trump.
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed Sammy's Law Thursday, which grants New York City the authority to lower the citywide speed limit from 25 MPH to 20 MPH.
Nearly two dozen faculty members at The New School put up tents in the Greenwich Village school's lobby on Wednesday.
Kyle McMorrow was just 36 years old when he suffered a stroke last year. He woke up with neck pain one day, not realizing what was happening.
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
Hormel Foods says potentially contaminated products were shipped to Publix and Dollar Tree distribution warehouses.
A New Jersey teenager says making music helps bring him to a better place as he fights cancer.
Dutch medical device maker Philips says it's reached a $1.1 billion deal in the United States to settle lawsuits over faulty sleep machines in a case that's rocked the company.
UmaSofia Srivastava resigned as Miss Teen USA on Wednesday, just two days after Noelia Voigt stepped down as Miss USA.
Livestreamer Kai Cenat will not be prosecuted in connection to the riot that broke out after he promoted a meet-and-greet and giveaway in Union Square last year.
The 2024 Met Gala saw hundreds of celebrities looking their best on fashion's biggest night.
The stars came out for the the 2024 Met Gala in New York City. See some of the most eye-catching outfits of the night.
'Bob Hearts Abishola', the acclaimed comedy, is signing off after its fifth season on CBS.
Artemi Panarin redirected a pass between his legs at the crease to beat Pyotr Kotchetkov just 1:43 into overtime and the New York Rangers beat the Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 on Thursday night to take a 3-0 lead in the second-round playoff series.
Yordan Alvarez and Jon Singleton each hit long homers in the first inning for the Houston Astros who beat the New York Yankees 4-3 to avoid being swept in the season series.
StubHub says the Knicks and Rangers are headlining the best-selling series in the NBA and NHL Playoff second rounds.
Jalen Brunson returned from a right foot injury to score 24 of his 29 points in the second half, leading the New York Knicks to a 130-121 victory over the Indiana Pacers for a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Juan Soto homered and drove in five runs, Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton also went deep and the New York Yankees beat the Houston Astros 9-4.
A new piece of legislation passed in the New York State Budget clarifies the distinction between squatters and tenants.
Walks in the park just got a lot brighter thanks to Harlem Sculpture Gardens, the largest outdoor public art exhibit ever in the neighborhood.
Riverdale resident Leo Shliselberg says despite the hardships he's experienced in life, the best medicine is laughter.
A Brooklyn firefighter is hailed a hero after officials say he rescued a man out of a burning car in front of his family.
Millions of stamps designed by Brooklyn artist, Kim Parker, are decorating postage envelopes nationwide.
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."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
Non-profit Camba is helping reengage students who attend transfer high schools in New York City. The organization has partnered with BravinLee programs to connect some of these students with jobs in the art space. Rosalba Guzman and Mohammed Bennahou , students at Independence High School and Karin Bravin, exhibit organizer joins CBS New York to discuss.
Shopping for mom this Mother's Day can be easy and fun. Marissa Galante Frank, fashion director at Bloomingdale's joins CBS New York to discuss.
Flowers are great gifts for Mother's Day. Justin Lievano, Floral Expert and Designer, Urbanstems joins CBS New York to talk all things flowers!
Police are looking for the Brooklyn hit-and-run driver who killed a 71-year-old woman and injured her 44-year-old daughter days before Mother's Day. CBS New York's John Dias reports.
Big Brothers Big Sisters New York City has a New American program for Asian immigrants and first generation Americans. May Ng, president, Big Brothers Big Sisters' Asian Mentoring Committee and Spencer and Matthew, members of the program join CBS New York to discuss.