18 Suspected Genovese Crime Family Members Charged In Racketeering Scheme
The charges stem from the group's alleged involvement in a long-term racketeering scheme in the Southern New York and New York City areas from 2008 to 2016.
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The charges stem from the group's alleged involvement in a long-term racketeering scheme in the Southern New York and New York City areas from 2008 to 2016.
Authorities say one of those charged is 80-year-old Charles Tuzzo of Bayside, New York, a reputed capo in the Genovese crime family.
Sharpton acknowledged Tuesday that he helped the feds investigate New York Mafia figures, even making secret recordings that appeared to help bring down a mob boss.
The Smoking Gun website said Monday that it obtained hundreds of pages of secret court filings and FBI memos providing new details about Sharpton's relationship with the feds.
The Smoking Gun reported Monday that Sharpton recorded conversations with associates in the mob using a bugged briefcase.
A dozen members of three of the Genovese, Gambino and Luchese crime families are among those in custody, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
There will be no Mother's Day celebration for Genovese crime family capo Anthony Palumbo, whose dear old mom turns 91 next week.
Thursday was a good day for federal agents and bad day for the mob. In the morning the FBI made arrests from New England to Florida. In all, 127 mafia members and associates were charged.
The Amsterdam News, one of the most influential Black newspapers in the city, is undergoing a transformation, turning its historic newsroom into a museum.
It could be a rough few years ahead for Long Island Rail Road riders as Amtrak plans to shut down the East River tunnels to fix damage from Superstorm Sandy.
A Queens man pleaded not guilty to manslaughter in the death of 31-year-old mother of two. Prosecutors say she died after she underwent an unlicensed procedure.
Some neighbors in Perth Amboy, New Jersey say they're being pushed out for bigger developments.
Police say there have been two fatal road rage deaths in April on the Long Island Expressway involving motorcycles.
It could be a rough few years ahead for Long Island Rail Road riders as Amtrak plans to shut down the East River tunnels to fix damage from Superstorm Sandy.
A Queens man pleaded not guilty to manslaughter in the death of 31-year-old mother of two. Prosecutors say she died after she underwent an unlicensed procedure.
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When it comes to healthy aging, music can have a big impact. That's why senior centers and renowned institutions like The Julliard School are creating senior-friendly music classes.
Video shows a woman being attacked as protesters clashed outside a New York City synagogue during a visit by Israel's far-right security minister.
Sunday will feature a mix of sun and clouds, with winds gusting between 35-45 mph at times.
Easter Sunday looks great, as the sun will stick around, but temperatures will be more more comfortable in the upper 60s.
The stock market's wild ride is having an impact on families who use a 529 college savings account, a tax-free way for parents to save for educational expenses.
The man who said his stepmother held him captive for two decades has released his first public statement.
Wind gusts between 30-45 mph will persist into Wednesday across the Tri-State Area
Some neighbors in Perth Amboy, New Jersey say they're being pushed out for bigger developments.
There are delays at Newark Liberty International Airport on Monday afternoon due to equipment issues.
The Jones Road Wildfire in Ocean County, N.J. is still burning, despite hopes the weekend rain might bring it under control.
Sen. Andy Kim says U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement admitted it is detaining a man with no criminal history at its facility in Elizabeth, New Jersey.
A person was found dead inside a car submerged in a body of water inside a gated community in Manalapan, New Jersey, on Saturday.
It could be a rough few years ahead for Long Island Rail Road riders as Amtrak plans to shut down the East River tunnels to fix damage from Superstorm Sandy.
Police say there have been two fatal road rage deaths in April on the Long Island Expressway involving motorcycles.
George Santos must turn himself into federal custody by July 25 to begin his 87-month prison sentence for wire fraud and identity theft.
A family says their newborn son nearly bled to death and is fighting for his life after he was circumcised at a New York City hospital.
George Santos has been sentenced to 87 months in prison on federal wire fraud and identity theft charges in New York.
George Santos must turn himself into federal custody by July 25 to begin his 87-month prison sentence for wire fraud and identity theft.
Trump administration border czar Tom Homan argued Sunday that "due process" was applied when a mother and her child who is a U.S. citizen were removed to Honduras.
Sen. Andy Kim says U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement admitted it is detaining a man with no criminal history at its facility in Elizabeth, New Jersey.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Sen. Cory Booker opposed the Republican budget plan key to enacting President Trump's agenda with a sit-in protest on the steps of the Capitol as the sun rose on Sunday.
Trump's ratings on economy are lower, but his deportation plan keeps majority support.
A family says their newborn son nearly bled to death and is fighting for his life after he was circumcised at a New York City hospital.
After a leaked Trump administration budget draft showed cuts to the suicide prevention hotline dedicated to helping LGBTQ+ youth, advocates in New York are sounding the alarm.
Doctors in New York City were able to save the lives of three children with one heart transplant. Here's how.
A grieving family in Queens wants answers after a young woman died two weeks after giving birth to twins. They believe it was due to complications with her C-section, but say the hospital is not giving them any answers.
A Long Island woman accused of forging vaccination records of students did not appear in court for her arraignment.
First-time nominees Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker and Bad Company will also be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Sunday night marked the opening of "Real Women Have Curves," a new musical on Broadway. It is inspired by a real-life story of the immigrant experience in America.
Bianca Castro-Arabejo, known by her stage name Jiggly Caliente, died days after her family said she had been battling a "severe infection" and lost "most of her right leg."
Prosecutors at Sean "Diddy" Combs ' upcoming federal sex trafficking trial can show jurors video of the hip-hop mogul hitting and kicking one of his accusers in a Los Angeles hotel hallway, a judge ruled at a hearing Friday.
Harvey Weinstein's retrial started with opening statements in NYC, five years after the original was a catalyst in the #MeToo movement.
Andrei Svechnikov scored three goals and the Hurricanes beat the Devils 5-2 on Sunday to take a 3-1 lead in their first-round playoff series.
A 21-year-old son of an NFL assistant coach has taken responsibility for prank-calling former University of Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders during the NFL Draft late last week.
Aaron Judge broke a sixth-inning tie in the second game with his eighth home run this season, and the Yankees swept the Blue Jays on Sunday.
CJ Abrams scored the winning run on Pete Alonso's throwing error with one out in the ninth inning, and the Nationals rallied to defeat the Mets 8-7 on Sunday.
Karl-Anthony Towns made a go-ahead 3-pointer with 46.6 seconds left and the New York Knicks beat the Detroit Pistons 94-93 on Sunday to take a 3-1 lead in their first-round playoff series.
New York restaurant leaders and state officials share outrage of renaming of NY Strip Steak
In honor of Arbor Day, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson is calling on more funding for the borough's green spaces and the planting of more trees.
A community of bird lovers in Brooklyn is raising concerns after they say dozens of pigeons vanished from a local park.
The New York City Department of Parks and Recreation has announced plans to ban bikes on the Rockaway Boardwalk during peak hours this summer.
A first-of-its-kind exhibit in Brooklyn features works of art made by people in custody at Rikers Island.
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."
Firefighters were responding to a fire at a home in Morris County when there was an explosion on the second floor.
The MTA sounded the alarm on potential service cuts if Amtrak goes ahead with its plan to shut down one of Penn Station's most vital rail tunnels. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
CBS News New York political reporter Marcia Kramer has the details.
The Amsterdam News, one of New York City's most influential Black newspapers, is turning its historic newsroom into a museum. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Video shows a woman being attacked as protesters clashed outside a New York City synagogue during a visit by Israel's security minister. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports.
