FDNY trains for hurricane response on Fire Island
With hurricane season weeks away and extreme weather striking more often, this simulation can quickly morph into a real-world emergency.
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With hurricane season weeks away and extreme weather striking more often, this simulation can quickly morph into a real-world emergency.
The FDNY descended on Fire Island on Thursday. The Suffolk County barrier island is not in the city, but as CBS2's Carolyn Gusoff reports, the island was transformed into a training ground to make everyone safer the next time a hurricane hits.
That fire claimed the life of firefighter Timothy Klein and resident Carlos Richards.
There was a heartfelt round of applause Wednesday as an FDNY firefighter was released from the hospital.
The blaze grew to at least four alarms in the Fordham Heights neighborhood on Tuesday morning.
At least one person was killed and others are injured following a fire in Tremont. CBS2's Leah Mishkin is live on the scene.
Officials said 11 people were hurt, including a firefighter. Six were taken to hospitals, and the others were treated at the scene.
Officials say a firefighter and 10 other people were injured.
Video shows intense flames and smoke inside a four-story building in Chatham Square near Mott Street.
There was an emotional farewell Friday to a New York City firefighter. Timothy Klein, 31, was laid to rest five days after he died in the line of duty; CBS2's Alice Gainer reports.
The FDNY held a briefing Friday on a huge fire in the Bronx.
Thousands lined the streets Friday in Belle Harbor, Queens, for a sad farewell to fallen firefighter Timothy Klein. The grief was evident in the tight-knit community, which is no stranger to mourning; CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
The 31-year-old's funeral was held Friday at St. Francis de Sales church in Belle Harbor, Queens.
Fallen firefighter Timothy Klein was laid to rest Friday as his friends, family, fellow firefighters and many others in the community paid their respects. CBS2's Alice Gainer reports.
CBS2's Elijah Westbrook is live outside the church and hears from those honoring the hero.
It comes after family, friends and fellow service members paid their respects at an emotional wake Thursday. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has the latest.
A wake was held in Brooklyn on Thursday for friends, family and even strangers to pay their respects to fallen FDNY firefighter Timothy Klein. CBS2's Nick Caloway reports.
The 31-year-old was killed Sunday while battling a raging house fire in Canarsie, Brooklyn.
There was an outpouring of support for a fallen hero Thursday as first responders gathered to say goodbye to Brooklyn firefighter Timothy Klein. CBS2's Aundrea Cline-Thomas reports.
The 31-year-old died Sunday after responding to a house fire in Canarsie, Brooklyn. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has more.
Fire officials said the flames started in the basement, and it took crews about 45 minutes to bring them under control.
Police say a 61-year-old man was pulled from the flames but declared dead at the scene.
Before he became a firefighter, Timothy Klein was a Molloy High School student-athlete known for his drive.
Before he became a firefighter, Timothy Klein was a Molloy High School student-athlete known for his drive. CBS2's Kevin Rincon reports.
Suellen Foti was Klein's first grade teacher at Saint Francis de Sales Academy in Belle Harbor, Queens.
An Extreme Cold Warning is in place across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut through 1 p.m. Sunday.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
Terrance Gore, a former outfielder and three-time World Series champion known for his blazing speed on the base paths, has died at 34 years old, according to Major League Baseball officials.
New York City officials are expanding efforts to make sure all residents stay safe during Saturday night's dangerously cold conditions.
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
An Extreme Cold Warning is in place across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut through 1 p.m. Sunday.
New York City officials are expanding efforts to make sure all residents stay safe during Saturday night's dangerously cold conditions.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued an executive order he says will protect New Yorkers from "abusive immigration enforcement" by the Trump administration.
New York City police are searching for three suspects accused of trying to break into homes on Staten Island and in one case stealing a luxury car.
After their building managers were arrested on fraud charges, tenants in Queens say their apartments were left in chaos.
An Extreme Cold Warning is in place across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut through 1 p.m. Sunday.
A Connecticut man was arrested after allegedly driving drunk in the Bronx and hitting pedestrians on a sidewalk Friday.
Parts of New York and Connecticut could see snow Friday into Saturday. A First Alert Weather Day is in effect for the weekend due to dangerously cold temperatures.
Bundle up — New York City and the Tri-State Area's stretch of dangerously cold weather continues, and it's sticking around longer than anyone would like.
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An Extreme Cold Warning is in place across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut through 1 p.m. Sunday.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are preparing for what is expected to be the coldest weather of the season so far this weekend.
The Democratic primary race for the Congressional seat vacated by Gov. Mikie Sherrill is too close to call.
Gateway Tunnel construction may resume after a federal judge temporarily blocked President Trump's funding freeze for New York and New Jersey's $16 billion infrastructure project.
The entire Tri-State Area will be under an Extreme Cold Warning as dangerously cold temperatures settle in, along with some snow.
A Long Island man accused of driving drunk and killing a Nassau County police officer appeared in court Friday. Matthew Smith entered a not guilty plea.
The entire Tri-State Area will be under an Extreme Cold Warning as dangerously cold temperatures settle in, along with some snow.
The goal is to get patients drunk and high at a new research lab on the border of Nassau County and Queens.
The Patchogue-Medford School District said in a letter that the Suffolk County Department of Health alerted them about an infectious person in the school community.
Parts of New York and Connecticut could see snow Friday into Saturday. A First Alert Weather Day is in effect for the weekend due to dangerously cold temperatures.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued an executive order he says will protect New Yorkers from "abusive immigration enforcement" by the Trump administration.
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, telling reporters he didn't see the part that showed the former president and first lady.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are preparing for what is expected to be the coldest weather of the season so far this weekend.
The Democratic primary race for the Congressional seat vacated by Gov. Mikie Sherrill is too close to call.
Mount Sinai and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield failed to reach a contract agreement by Dec. 31, which means about 9,000 Mount Sinai physicians are no longer considered in-network.
Brooklyn's Green-Wood Cemetery is set to become the first on the East Coast to offer human composting.
The goal is to get patients drunk and high at a new research lab on the border of Nassau County and Queens.
The Patchogue-Medford School District said in a letter that the Suffolk County Department of Health alerted them about an infectious person in the school community.
Day 25 of the New York City nurses strike saw protests, arrests and some progress in the negotiations.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Two-for-one tickets are returning for New York City's Off-Broadway Week.
The sheriff says the note was sent to a local Arizona news station, which agreed not to report on it, following the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Popular singer-songwriter Noah Kahan will be bringing his tour to New York City this summer. "The Great Divide" tour will stop at Citi Field on July 18.
Terrance Gore, a former outfielder and three-time World Series champion known for his blazing speed on the base paths, has died at 34 years old, according to Major League Baseball officials.
The Nets used an 80-point first half to beat the short-handed Wizards 127-113 on Saturday.
Ryan's father led the Jets from 2009-14, including back-to-back appearances in the AFC Championship Game.
Daniss Jenkins scored 18 points in his last game as a two-way player and the Detroit Pistons routed New York 118-80 on Friday night to end the Knicks' winning streak at eight games.
The New York Knicks are acquiring guard Jose Alvarado from the New Orleans Pelicans, according to a person with knowledge of the trade deal.
After their building managers were arrested on fraud charges, tenants in Queens say their apartments were left in chaos.
Harlem's Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture centennial anniversary began last year, and 2026 marks 100 years since the library became owner of its namesake's personal collection, making it a full-fledged research center.
Brooklyn's Green-Wood Cemetery is set to become the first on the East Coast to offer human composting.
Dozens of middle school girls celebrated National Girls and Women in Sports Day at the Brooklyn Basketball Training Center on Wednesday.
A group of senior dancers aged 70 and up shine on stage at the Korean Community Services' center in Queens. They practice in Flushing twice a week and perform at events citywide.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
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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.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse John F. Kennedy's grandson Jack Schlossberg for Congress, a source familiar with the issue confirmed to CBS News.
Two pedestrians are recovering after they were struck by a driver in the Bronx. Police say he was drunk and is now facing charges after his vehicle jumped the curb. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports.
A house went up in flames on Long Island on Saturday.
The dangerously cold weather hitting New York City on Saturday night is unlike anything we've experienced in years, and officials are ramping up their efforts to keep New Yorkers safe and warm. CBS News New York's Naomi Ruchim reports.
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