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Attorney General Eric Schneiderman's office announced the arrest of 16 people who allegedly staged six "accidents" to get insurance money. They allegedly crashed into buses, livery cabs and cars they rented, and then acted like they were hurt.
Officials from Connecticut and beyond are expressing their shock and horror.
The concert will feature Bon Jovi, Dave Grohl, The Rolling Stones, Billy Joel, Rolling Stones, Alicia Keys, Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band, Eddie Vedder, Roger Waters, Kanye West, The Who and others.
Anesthesiologist Dr. Arnold Roth is accused of selling prescriptions for oxycodone with an estimated street value of $450,000 to an alleged narcotics dealer and at least three others, the AG's office announced.
The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Manhattan issued its ruling on Tuesday.
New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman has sent letters to at least 75 nonprofits asking them to disclose their fundraising and relief efforts for Superstorm Sandy victims.
At the heart of the alleged criminal operation is Somad Enterprises, Inc. Police Commissioner Kelly bemoaned that classified advertising in New York City goes "hand in hand" with prostitution.
Two New York State lawmakers on Sunday calling for more protection for consumers against price gouging at the gas pump.
The gas stations involved in the probe include those on Long Island, in Westchester County, Queens, Brooklyn and the Bronx.
Con Edison and the Long Island Power Authority confirmed Wednesday they received subpoenas from the state attorney general and were cooperating with his investigation into their work on Superstorm Sandy.
The Attorney General's office investigation revealed that Ivy had deep suspicions about Madoff's operation but never informed its clients.
The reports claim that people had adverse reactions after they consumed Monster Energy Drink, which comes in 24-ounce cans and contains 240 milligrams of caffeine, or seven times the amount of the caffeine in a 12-ounce cola.
According to New York's Attorney General, even while the nation's economy was collapsing, Bear Stearns was only looking at its own bottom line and was lying to investors.
Astronomical fare hikes and deep service cuts are possibly on the horizon for suburban commuters. It's all because a major court ruling against the Metropolitan Transportation Authority has put the agency in a financial bind.
Authorities said Lawrence J. Bruckner of Plainview has also admitted failing to pay taxes on payments he received from other dentists who worked at his clinics.
A lightning strike sent the spire on the church tower crashing into the sanctuary, unleashing an avalanche of large rocks that crashed onto some scaffolding which then collapsed onto Richard Schwartz as he was walking by.
Soon, when you got to a doctor in New York, he or she will be able to see all of the prescriptions you've had for painkillers.
Amid a recent trend of abuse and violence involving prescription painkillers, New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman Wednesday lauded a new measure aimed at stemming the problem.
One of those charged, a doctor from Great Neck, is accused of conspiring to distribute oxycodone to "shoppers" he knew were reselling to addicts, prosecutors said.
The ring allegedly took orders for specific colors and models of Lexus sedans and other luxury vehicles from an international broker who then sold the vehicles to buyers in Nigeria and other African nations, authorities said.
The s legislation that would make it illegal to doctor shop and fill prescriptions without questions by creating an online database.
A published report says the state Attorney General's Office is reviewing the New York Police Department's "stop and frisk'' tactic that has drawn criticism from civil liberties advocates.
New York's attorney general has made a startling discovery: Your children may be playing Internet video games with registered sex offenders. In a move that's the first in the nation, the top prosecutor is having the predators purged from online network.
Eric Schneiderman wants to see a new real time database that would report and track certain controlled substances to prevent doctor shopping.
Throughout the dispute, Time Warner customers voiced their unhappiness and urged the two sides to come to a settlement. Time Warner customers can now watch the Knicks, Rangers, Devils, Islanders, Red Bulls and Sabres.
More than a week after a water main break in one Bronx neighborhood, some residents are still without power or gas, but Tuesday, the Red Cross tried to make sure they could still celebrate the holiday.
Festivities begin before Christmas Day as families celebrate the Feast of the Seven Fishes.
A new course at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx aims to help medical students understand the community they serve.
People living in one Harlem apartment building say they are freezing as they await a new boiler system.
The MTA says much of the revenue it expects to get from congestion pricing will go towards solving subway station accessibility issues.
More than a week after a water main break in one Bronx neighborhood, some residents are still without power or gas, but Tuesday, the Red Cross tried to make sure they could still celebrate the holiday.
A new course at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx aims to help medical students understand the community they serve.
People living in one Harlem apartment building say they are freezing as they await a new boiler system.
The MTA says much of the revenue it expects to get from congestion pricing will go towards solving subway station accessibility issues.
A holiday tradition continued Tuesday night as thousands attended Christmas Eve mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral in Midtown.
Some light snow is moving through NYC and the surrounding New York and New Jersey area today, just in time for Christmas Eve.
New York City congestion pricing cleared late legal challenges in Manhattan and Rockland County, keeping it on track to start Jan. 5, 2025.
NYC is facing the coldest weather in a while, and New York and New Jersey could be in for a White Christmas with snow on the way.
Don't let the sunny skies fool you as dangerously cold weather settles into New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
Expect jam-packed airports and highways in the New York City area as the holiday travel season kicks into high gear.
Festivities begin before Christmas Day as families celebrate the Feast of the Seven Fishes.
Some light snow is moving through NYC and the surrounding New York and New Jersey area today, just in time for Christmas Eve.
Some residents in Central New Jersey say their water still has an odd taste and odor, forcing them to drink bottled water this holiday season.
Issues continued on the rails on Monday as Amtrak riders tried to get to their holiday destinations.
The sole winner of a $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot has begun the process of collecting the prize, the New Jersey Lottery said Monday.
A judge has ordered the bankrupt Harborside in Port Washington back to the negotiating table to address millions owed to residents.
New York City congestion pricing cleared late legal challenges in Manhattan and Rockland County, keeping it on track to start Jan. 5, 2025.
Funding for the World Trade Center Health Program past 2027 was excluded from the federal budget on Friday as Congress scrambled to avert a government shutdown.
Don't let the sunny skies fool you as dangerously cold weather settles into New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
Expect jam-packed airports and highways in the New York City area as the holiday travel season kicks into high gear.
Former President Bill Clinton remains in "good spirits," a spokesman said.
New York City congestion pricing cleared late legal challenges in Manhattan and Rockland County, keeping it on track to start Jan. 5, 2025.
President Biden is granting clemency to 37 of the 40 federal inmates facing death sentences. Their sentences will be commuted to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
A report by the House Ethics Committee found former Rep. Matt Gaetz paid multiple women, including a 17-year-old girl, for sex.
Funding for the World Trade Center Health Program past 2027 was excluded from the federal budget on Friday as Congress scrambled to avert a government shutdown.
A new course at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx aims to help medical students understand the community they serve.
A woman who lost her jaw after being caught in a crossfire in Ukraine can smile again thanks to transformative surgery in New York.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
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.
Just shy of his 70th birthday, Denzel Washington has a new line to add to an already impressive résumé.
Sean "Diddy" Combs was back in federal court in Lower Manhattan on Wednesday for a pretrial hearing.
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.
Rasmus Dahlin had four assists and the Sabres stopped a 13-game slide by routing the Islanders 7-1 on Monday night.
Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby combined for 62 points in the Knicks' fourth straight win, 139-125 over the Raptors on Monday night.
Bam Adebayo scored 17 of his 23 points in the second half and the Heat snapped a three-game skid with a 110-95 win over the Nets on Monday night.
The Devils pounded the Rangers 5-0 on Monday, sending New York to its 13th loss in its last 17 games.
Pitcher Sean Manaea is set to return to the New York Mets on a 3-year, $75 million contract, a person familiar with the deal says.
People living in one Harlem apartment building say they are freezing as they await a new boiler system.
Local residents are at odds with the Forest Hills Stadium concert venue over what they say is excessive noise.
Clients of the Emma L. Bowen Center's Rainbow Clubhouse and substance abuse recovery programs participated in a photography project to share positive perspectives.
As Hanukkah approaches, the Brooklyn organization is in a race against time to deliver gifts to children battling illnesses.
Mets owner Steve Cohen's Metropolitan Park casino complex proposal has picked up steam after gaining the Queens borough president's approval.
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 Craig Allen has your First Alert Forecast for December 24 at 11 p.m.
The streets of Dyker Heights in Brooklyn were packed Christmas Eve with people taking in the iconic neighborhood known for its extravagant Christmas lights. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner spoke to visitors from around the world and even got a behind-the-scenes tour from one homeowner.
Brooklyn's largest menorah is in place for Hanukkah, which begins Wednesday night. The 32-foot high, 4,000-pound steel menorah is in Grand Army Plaza.
The end of the year is when we reflect on the past and look ahead to the new year with hope and optimism. CBS News New York's Steve Overmyer and Allen Devlin host Snapshot New York's 2024 holiday special.
Three people were taken to a local hospital after first responders found dangerous levels of carbon monoxide inside a Queens home Tuesday morning.
