FDNY sources: Laura Kavanagh to become commissioner
Kavanagh joined the department in 2014 and has been acting commissioner since February.
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Kavanagh joined the department in 2014 and has been acting commissioner since February.
The FDNY's acting commissioner is set to make history. FDNY sources tell CBS2 Laura Kavanagh will become the first female commissioner in the department's 157 years.
Flames broke out on the top floor of the five-story building at 1316 Morris Ave., at around 10:45 a.m.
The FDNY lauded the work of the many first responders who arrived on the scene in Concourse Village. CBS2's Hannah Kliger reports.
The FDNY says there have been at least 150 fires this year related to e-bike and e-scooter batteries.
He tells CBS2 he immigrated here from Korea 40 years ago to start the business, which employs 35 people.
A massive fire destroyed a commercial laundromat overnight in Long Island City, Queens and sent thick smoke billowing into the sky for miles. As CBS2's John Dias reports, it took a Korean immigrant four decades to build the business.
A raging fire ripped through an industrial laundromat overnight in Long Island City, Queens. CBS2's John Dias hears from the owner about what he lost.
Officials now say the flames broke out overnight at a commercial laundromat. CBS2's John Dias has the latest from the scene.
More than 100 firefighters are battling a raging fire in Long Island City, Queens. CBS2's John Dias has the latest from the scene.
Officials say two of the victims are seriously injured after the fire overnight in Williamsburg.
Money raised will help rebuild many of the fields that have been destroyed in the war, CBS2's Kevin Rincon reports.
The fire started at an apartment building in Ridgewood and spread to the building next door.
EMS Lt. Anthony Almojera is calling for better equipment, bulletproof vests, and more staff.
In the wake of the stabbing death of Capt. Alison Russo, several unions and EMTs are demanding the city start funding initiatives to help keep workers safe on the job. CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
Peter Zisopoulos appeared before the court virtually from Bellevue Hospital following a psych evaluation, CBS2's Nick Caloway reports.
Peter Zisopoulos plead not guilty to murder and other charges in the deadly stabbing of the FDNY EMS veteran last week in Queens. CBS2's Nick Caloway has the latest.
The 25-year veteran was stabbed to death last week in Queens in what police are calling an unprovoked attack.
Family, friends and first responders pay their final respects to a 25-year veteran killed in the line of duty.
Hearts are heavy as family, friends and first responders gather to celebrate the life of Lt. Russo on Long Island. CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis has more on how she's being remembered.
The FDNY says the 25-year veteran will be posthumously promoted to captain during today's funeral on Long Island. CBS2's John Dias has the story.
The 25-year veteran was stabbed to death in what police are calling an unprovoked attack last week in Astoria, Queens.
Janki Oomraw told CBS2 he still has trouble sleeping because of what he saw.
Russo was a World Trade Center first responder, a 25-year veteran of the FDNY and volunteer on Long Island, CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
The 25-year veteran of the department was stabbed to death in what police are calling an unprovoked attack last week in Queens. CBS2's John Dias has more on today's services.
A seventh grade media literacy class in New York is learning how to have difficult but empathetic questions as they combat misinformation.
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade weather forecast is looking wet this year: Steady rain for NYC, plus snow north and west.
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade rolls through NYC today. Here's everything to know about the 2024 start time, route map and lineup.
Tired from your Thanksgiving feast? You're not alone. But is it the tryptophan in turkey that leads to our food comas? Here's what experts say.
Can cats and dogs eat turkey and other Thanksgiving foods? Here's what experts say about what is safe and not.
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade weather forecast is looking wet this year: Steady rain for NYC, plus snow north and west.
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade rolls through NYC today. Here's everything to know about the 2024 start time, route map and lineup.
The New York City Police Department said it's ready to keep everyone safe at the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
A family on Long Island has been forced out of their home right before Thanksgiving after an alleged drunk driver crashed into it.
A water main break on the Upper West Side disrupted subway service on multiple lines Wednesday afternoon.
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade weather forecast is looking wet this year: Steady rain for NYC, plus snow north and west.
Thanksgiving is a day away, but will the weather cooperate for the parade and holiday travel plans?
A Thanksgiving winter storm is headed for the New York area, but first we had to deal with some rain Tuesday morning.
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 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade weather forecast is looking wet this year: Steady rain for NYC, plus snow north and west.
The City of Hoboken was targeted in a ransomware attack Wednesday morning, officials said. The cyber attack forced the closure of City Hall, and shut down all online city services.
Thanksgiving is a day away, but will the weather cooperate for the parade and holiday travel plans?
A New Jersey minister who has spent over two decades helping people experiencing homelessness says his efforts have been put on hold right before Thanksgiving.
Airport staffing issues and weather slowed down one of the busiest holiday travel days across the Tri-State Area on Tuesday.
A Long Island family says they caught porch pirates swiping a package from their home earlier this month, but they weren't the ones who had ordered the item.
A family on Long Island has been forced out of their home right before Thanksgiving after an alleged drunk driver crashed into it.
Love the idea or hate it, the Long Island Thanksgiving turkey pizza pie is going viral at Pino's Pizza in Deer Park.
A Babylon boat yard went up in flames after an intoxicated woman drove the wrong way and crashed into boats, police said.
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."
Former Sen. Bob Menendez, a Democrat from New Jersey, was convicted of 16 felony counts in July.
President Biden has been briefed on the incidents and "unequivocally" condemns threats of political violence, the White House said.
United States Rep. Ritchie Torres says he's "open to" running for governor in New York after questioning the actions of Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams.
Americans are most thankful for family and friends, which may be why they'll try to steer away from politics at Thanksgiving.
President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden made a rare visit to Staten Island on Monday to honor service members and their families ahead of Thanksgiving.
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.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
Harvey Weinstein's lawyers filed a legal claim alleging that he is receiving substandard medical treatment in unhygienic conditions while in custody at Rikers Island.
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.
The injury-depleted Brooklyn Nets beat the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday night.
The Boston Bruins defeated the New York Islanders on Wednesday night.
Kyrie Irving scored 23 points and the Dallas Mavericks beat the New York Knicks on Wednesday night.
Jordan Binnington set the St. Louis franchise record with his 152nd victory as the Blues beat the Devils on Wednesday night.
The Carolina Hurricanes rallied to beat the New York Rangers on Wednesday night.
A Queens homeowner tells CBS News New York she believes a solar panel company misled her about the cost, which the company denies.
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.
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."
As CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports along the route, the rain isn't stopping the magic of the holiday season.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast as steady rain falls on the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and there's a winter storm warning for areas north and west of New York City.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast as steady rain falls on the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and there's a winter storm warning for areas north and west of New York City.
As we city down with family and friends, CBS News New York's Steve Overmyer reminds us to appreciate that our feast is more than just a meal, it is a collection of stories, each one filled with love, resilience and hope. Let's remember the people who inspire us, because courage and kindness are always in season.
TSA and Delta are investigating how the woman managed to sneak onto a flight without a ticket. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has the details.
