LaGuardia runway crash highlights importance of transponders on airport vehicles
Transponders on airport vehicles can help air traffic controllers prevent collisions like the one that took place at LaGuardia.
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Transponders on airport vehicles can help air traffic controllers prevent collisions like the one that took place at LaGuardia.
The NTSB says the firetruck in the deadly runway crash at LaGuardia did not have one. CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas has more on the ones that do and how the tiny technology works.
A small plane crashed at an airport in Union County, New Jersey, on Saturday.
The Port Authority announced Tuesday it will install transponders to help air traffic controllers detect fire trucks and other airfield vehicles at local airports.
Residents living near New York City's busiest airports say the noise overhead has escalated from a nuisance to a health concern.
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a close call between two passenger jets at John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Kathyrn Garcia, executive director of the Port Authority of N.Y. and N.J., said no procedural changes have been made at LGA in the week since the late-night crash.
Newark Liberty International Airport reopened Wednesday evening after an aircraft emergency caused a ground stop.
The Federal Aviation Administration changed course and said flights would resume after halting all air traffic into and out of El Paso.
Two men died after the helicopters they were piloting collided midair in Hammonton, New Jersey on Sunday, Dec. 28.
There have been more than 400 delays at Newark Liberty, and more than 300 each at JFK and LaGuardia airports. CBS News New York's Naomi Ruchim reports.
In a potential double whammy for holiday travelers, thousands of flights could be grounded right after Thanksgiving. CBS News New York's Noëlle Lilley reports.
The Federal Aviation Administration say this week's travel period is shaping up to be the busiest in 15 years.
As CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports, the exodus got off to a good start at all three New York City-area airports on Tuesday.
The FAA says there was a system outage at around noon on Sunday that lasted about an hour and a half. It caused long lines at the terminals, as well as delays on the runway. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
Only 776 air traffic controllers and techs with perfect attendance during the government shutdown will get $10,000 bonuses while nearly 20,000 others will be left out, the FAA says.
The FAA says it is asking Newark air traffic controllers to stay in Philadelphia for two more years as it tries to improve staffing levels.
A CBS News New York investigation revealed the initial move caused hundreds of flight delays at Newark. Tim McNicholas reports.
The Federal Aviation Administration says it is lifting all restrictions on commercial flights that were imposed during the government shutdown.
Despite movement in Washington to end the government shutdown, the chaos at New York City-area airports continues.
More than 300 flights have been canceled today at New York City's three major airports amid the longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history.
CBS News New York's Allen Devlin has the latest from Newark Liberty International, where passengers had a message for lawmakers.
More than 300 flights have been canceled at New York City's three major airports on Day 41 of the federal government shutdown. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
While senators were at work on Capitol Hill, they still didn't seem much closer to resolving the government shutdown. CBS News New York's Willie James Inman reports.
JFK, LaGuardia and Newark are all among the 40 travel hubs bracing for delays and cancellations as the FAA starts reducing air traffic.
MJ Melendez hit a two-run homer to give the Mets a victory over the Marlins after squandering a four-run lead Friday.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani appointed retired NYPD lieutenant Edwin Raymond as the new New York City sheriff.
Not many people know Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe's splash to stardom began at a Long Island beach.
The collision in the bike lane of the Queensboro Bridge that left two people dead Thursday is shedding light on a lack of enforcement for e-bikes and scooters, and in particular illegal ones that exceed the speed limit.
Part of the Riverside Drive viaduct has been closed for years, plagued with construction delays on a project that started in 2020. Longtime residents are concerned for their quality of life and safety.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani appointed retired NYPD lieutenant Edwin Raymond as the new New York City sheriff.
Not many people know Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe's splash to stardom began at a Long Island beach.
The collision in the bike lane of the Queensboro Bridge that left two people dead Thursday is shedding light on a lack of enforcement for e-bikes and scooters, and in particular illegal ones that exceed the speed limit.
Part of the Riverside Drive viaduct has been closed for years, plagued with construction delays on a project that started in 2020. Longtime residents are concerned for their quality of life and safety.
Several men were caught on video early Friday morning coming out of a sewer manhole in Brooklyn.
It's unseasonably warm in New York City on Wednesday as humidity adds to the summer-like weather. There's also a slight chance for showers in parts of the Tri-State Area.
It's back to feeling like spring, and even summer on some days, as warm weather and sunshine return to the New York area.
A final round of showers is moving through the New York area in the morning before the rest of the week turns much drier and warmer.
The New York area is off to a soggy start to the unofficial kickoff of summer with rainy weather this Memorial Day Weekend.
It's a gloomy day with rain lingering across the Tri-State Area as Memorial Day weekend shapes up to be unsettled.
A former Flemington, N.J. councilman is serving time in prison after having been convicted for distributing cocaine.
Clashes between New Jersey State Police and protesters erupted outside the Delaney Hall immigration detention facility Friday night.
La Fortaleza in New Jersey will become a home away from home for Mexico fans during the World Cup.
A train car fire that erupted early Friday morning ended up disrupting NJ Transit and Amtrak service at Penn Station all day.
Community members are demanding answers from the Jersey City Board of Education after a mother was arrested during last week's board meeting.
Not many people know Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe's splash to stardom began at a Long Island beach.
A sixth grader from Long Island's Sag Harbor died in a rafting accident on a school trip, officials said.
Loved ones of a 7-year-old girl allegedly murdered by her caretaker say they're haunted by how they learned of the little girl's death.
On Long Island, one woman has started a movement showing people just how important it is to smile every day.
A predatory invasive fish that can survive out of water and even cross the street has been found in a Long Island pond.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani appointed retired NYPD lieutenant Edwin Raymond as the new New York City sheriff.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed new anti-ICE legislation into law Friday, drawing pushback from DHS and her Republican opponent in the gubernatorial race.
A judge blocked the Kennedy Center from closing its doors during renovations, and ruled that its board acted unlawfully by adding President Trump's name to the building. The president reacted by saying he wants Congress to take it over.
Clashes between New Jersey State Police and protesters erupted outside the Delaney Hall immigration detention facility Friday night.
The Justice Department announced the $1.7 billion fund as part of a settlement of a civil lawsuit President Trump brought against the IRS.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is urging people to donate blood ahead of the summer months.
There's no vaccine for the Bourbon virus, nor medicine to treat it, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Marie Francillion was diagnosed with lung cancer after she was feeling heartburn and shoulder pain. She said she's able to remain hopeful and spend more time with her family because of a different type of treatment.
New York City's Department of Health is evaluating an East Village apartment complex after two residents were diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease over the course of a year.
Thousands of people showed up bright and early for AIDS Walk New York 2026, the largest HIV and AIDS fundraiser in the U.S., in Central Park on Sunday.
Not many people know Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe's splash to stardom began at a Long Island beach.
Federal prosecutors have indicted ex-Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier on additional charges related to a sports gambling sting.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
Stephen Colbert made a surprise appearance hosting the "Only in Monroe" community access show broadcast in Monroe, Michigan, on Friday, one night after he recorded his final episode of "The Late Show."
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
MJ Melendez hit a two-run homer to give the Mets a victory over the Marlins after squandering a four-run lead Friday.
Knicks fans are breathing a sigh of relief over reports that Mitchell Robinson expects to play in Game 1 of the NBA Finals next week.
La Fortaleza in New Jersey will become a home away from home for Mexico fans during the World Cup.
Federal prosecutors have indicted ex-Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier on additional charges related to a sports gambling sting.
New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson has a broken right pinkie finger, according to a person familiar with the situation.
Before there was a Brooklyn, there was a flagpole, and since the earliest days of our country, it stood as a symbol of freedom and self-determination.
Monitor Point proposal in Greenpoint would bring 1,150 apartments, including 460 affordable units, to former industrial waterfront site.
Gold Star families, veterans and thousands of spectators gathered in Bay Ridge to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
The grassroots group pushed for bilingual policing, victim support and anti-gang efforts as Brooklyn's Chinatown rapidly grew.
Advocates estimate one-third of the 200-acre park in Flushing is still without functioning drinking fountains and bathrooms.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
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.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for May 29 at 11 p.m.
Clashes between New Jersey State Police and protesters erupted outside Delaney Hall ICE detention facility Friday night, just hours after Gov. Mikie Sherrill established a protected protest zone. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
Video captures a group of men climbing in and out of the sewer system in Brooklyn. Now, police are trying to find them and find out why they were underground. CBS News New York's Naomi Ruchim reports.
Thousands of NJ Transit and Amtrak riders faced delays and cancellations at Penn Station all day Friday after an early morning train fire. As CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports, the problems could last through the weekend.
Multitasking can make us feel more efficient, especially in the workplace, but new research shows the key to getting more done may be doing less. Gwen Baumgardner introduces us to monotasking.
