Lithium-ion battery blamed for deadly Harlem fire
There's a growing memorial outside the apartment building in memory of the 27-year-old man who died. Meanwhile, four people remain in critical condition. CBS New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
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There's a growing memorial outside the apartment building in memory of the 27-year-old man who died. Meanwhile, four people remain in critical condition. CBS New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
One person was killed, 17 were injured and dozens of people were displaced.
FDNY crews will return to the site of a fire in Harlem on Saturday to investigate the cause after one person died and over a dozen were injured. CBS New York's John Dias reports.
Mayor Eric Adams and FDNY officials provided an update Friday afternoon on a deadly fire in Harlem.
Wednesday on Staten Island, a retired NYPD officer reunited with the firefighters who helped save his life after he went into cardiac arrest.
Investigators said the fire started in the basement and then spread.
The flames broke out around 2:30 a.m. Wednesday in Forest Hills.
A firefighter was one of five people injured Monday battling a blaze in Queens.
A firefighter battling the blaze was among the five people injured. CBS New York's Alice Gainer reports.
FDNY officials gave an update after five people were injured, including a firefighter, battling a blaze in Queens.
The FDU men's basketball game against LIU was delayed for about 15 minutes while FDNY got the players out.
New York Congressman Ritchie Torres and FDNY officials are asking for federal help in the fight against lithium-ion batteries.
The investigation involves an alleged bribery scheme to expedite safety inspections.
Two FDNY chiefs are on modified duty as the FBI investigates a potential corruption probe.
Police said a man in his 30s was pronounced dead at the scene and a woman around the age of 50 was taken to the hospital with critical injuries.
Chopper 2 was over the scene, as crews worked to get the flames under control.
Firefighters responded shortly after 6 a.m. to a three-story home on East 176th Street in Mount Hope.
FDNY officials said the fire began on the fourth floor of the 22-story high-rise, where witnesses reported someone was trapped inside.
Officials said the fire started on the fourth floor of the 22-story high-rise, where witnesses reported someone was trapped inside.
Officials are worried about a building on 13th Avenue in Borough Park. There's reportedly concern about the facade.
Officials are worried about a building on 13th Avenue in Borough Park. There's reportedly concern about the facade. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
A wake was held Friday for Bob Beckwith, a retired firefighter and 9/11 first responder who appeared in an iconic photograph with then-President George W. Bush.
Fire officials said one person suffered life-threatening injuries.
Officials say they recovered dozens of battery packs and hundreds of individual lithium-ion cells used to alter, create and repair the batteries. CBS New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
The fire broke out around 3:30 a.m. Thursday inside a two-story home on Seventh Avenue in Sunset Park.
New York City is taking action against the contractor who was doing construction work on a building in the Bronx that partially collapsed in 2023.
A fire in Newark Saturday left more than 80 people - mostly senior citizens - homeless just days before Thanksgiving.
Rep. Ritchie Torres says NYC leaders should be fired after a man recently released from Rikers Island was charged in a deadly stabbing rampage.
A Babylon boat yard went up in flames after an intoxicated woman drove the wrong way and crashed into boats, police said.
U.S. Attorney for the Southern District Damian Williams announced plans to resign Monday.
New York City is taking action against the contractor who was doing construction work on a building in the Bronx that partially collapsed in 2023.
Rep. Ritchie Torres says NYC leaders should be fired after a man recently released from Rikers Island was charged in a deadly stabbing rampage.
A Babylon boat yard went up in flames after an intoxicated woman drove the wrong way and crashed into boats, police said.
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.
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 fire in Newark Saturday left more than 80 people - mostly senior citizens - homeless just days before Thanksgiving.
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 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."
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.
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."
New York City is taking action against the contractor who was doing construction work on a building in the Bronx that partially collapsed. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
A suburban New York mom's side hustle is now a full-time job helping other makers find a market. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
Rob Marciano has the Tri-State Area's updated Monday evening forecast on CBS News New York.
Violations uncovered at the building in Paterson ranged from electrical hazards to blocked exits. CBS News New York's Nick Caloway reports.
A Babylon boat yard went up in flames after an intoxicated woman drove the wrong way and crashed into boats, police said. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
