Major ghost gun trafficker busted in Brooklyn, prosecutors say
One of New York City's most notorious and prolific ghost gun traffickers is in custody, prosecutors claimed Tuesday.
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One of New York City's most notorious and prolific ghost gun traffickers is in custody, prosecutors claimed Tuesday.
One of New York City's most notorious and prolific ghost gun traffickers is in custody, prosecutors claimed Tuesday. CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas reports.
A 67-year-old retiree is facing charges of making illegal guns in his Long Island home. He's accused of stockpiling parts and testing the weapons in his basement. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Ghost guns that are 3D-printed are being made from plans readily available online, experts say.
The police department's ghost gun czar says 3D printing technology is outpacing the laws meant to regulate it.
The Supreme Court was considering a challenge to a 2022 regulation that sought to regulate ghost guns.
Police said Luigi Mangione, the man charged in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, appears to have had a ghost gun, a weapon that can be made using a 3D printer.
While there are still many investigative leads to follow up on, top NYPD officials say they are now getting a clearer picture of Luigi Mangione.
A handwritten note and a bag used to prevent cellphone tracking are just some of the items police say they found on Mangione, the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO last week in Manhattan. CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas reports.
New York officials are voicing concerns about the rise in ghost gun seizures after an arrest on Long Island.
CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer spoke to top police officials who shed some light on the evidence investigators have gathered in the case that is tied to suspect Luigi Mangione.
A Long Island man is charged with making ghost guns in a workshop inside his Floral Park home. Authorities say it's a growing problem in many jurisdictions. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
CBS News New York has a team of reporters covering the story. Ali Bauman has the latest on the suspect's day in court, Natalie Duddridge examines his life, and Marcia Kramer talks to the NYPD about his possible motive.
CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram has more on just how easy they are to build and how they end up on our streets.
Dexter Taylor, convicted earlier this year of possessing illegal ghost guns, says he was well within his rights to have them.
After a week-long trial earlier this year, Dexter Taylor, 53, was convicted of second-degree criminal possession of a weapon and other charges, and sentenced to 10 years for making ghost guns. CBS News New York's Maurice Dubois has his story.
The future of regulating so-called "ghost guns" is now in the hands of the Supreme Court. Guns rights groups want to halt government restrictions on the weapons, but in arguments Tuesday, justices appeared skeptical. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
A 625-count indictment was announced Thursday against five men accused in an illegal firearms operation in Queens.
Among the firearms seized were 55 ghost guns and 25 assault weapons. CBS New York's Kristine Johnson reports.
More young people are learning how to make ghost guns online after watching videos about subjects like video games, Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg said.
More young people are learning how to make ghost guns online after watching videos about subjects like video games, Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg said. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
The discovery happened the night of March 27 on Hull Avenue in the Norwood section of the borough, across the street from a school.
A Westchester County man is facing charges after a police raid on his apartment in a luxury building in White Plains.
A Westchester County man is facing charges after a police raid on his apartment in a luxury building in White Plains. Investigators say they found four so-called ghost guns and a 3D printer allegedly used to make them. CBS New York's Tony Aiello reports.
He said the employees were charged with fraud and manufacturing ghost guns.
The Red Wings lost an important game in their pursuit of a playoff spot, 4-1 at the Rangers on Saturday.
The move would reduce the minimum uninsured motorist coverage for ride-share services from $1.5 million to as low as $35,000.
Aerial shots of the blaze appear to show a portion of the building on East Main Street collapsed overnight.
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Stony Brook University professor Timothy Glotch is one of 10 scientists selected to shape research plans for NASA's next Artemis missions.
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Social media influencers are driving a dangerous trend of people trespassing to explore abandoned buildings, New York State Police say.
Easter weekend kicks off with May-like weather in the New York area before rain returns for the holiday.
UConn's jaw-dropping buzzer beater catapulted them to the Final Four.
Bridgeport firefighter Terrence Cramer was killed after his girlfriend's ex shot him in a fit of rage at a Connecticut home, according to an arrest warrant.
Jabari Bush is accused of fatally shooting active-duty Bridgeport Firefighter Terrence Cramer in Shelton, police said.
Warmer weather will return to New York City and the surrounding area soon.
The move would reduce the minimum uninsured motorist coverage for ride-share services from $1.5 million to as low as $35,000.
Aerial shots of the blaze appear to show a portion of the building on East Main Street collapsed overnight.
Easter weekend kicks off with May-like weather in the New York area before rain returns for the holiday.
With just over one square mile of land, the City of Hoboken says the 2026 FIFA World Cup could be a once-in-a-generation opportunity for homeowners.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her family are moving into Drumthwacket, the governor's official residence in Princeton.
Stony Brook University professor Timothy Glotch is one of 10 scientists selected to shape research plans for NASA's next Artemis missions.
A Long Island man accused of shooting his sister in the head with a crossbow pleaded not guilty to attempted murder Thursday.
A Long Island high schooler and his mom are being credited with saving a sleeping neighbor from a house fire.
New York Republican gubernatorial nominee Bruce Blakeman said Tuesday he will sue the state after the Campaign Finance Board denied him matching funds.
The driver accused of striking and killing a Nassau County school crossing guard in February has been arraigned.
President Trump ordered the Department of Homeland Security to find a way to pay "each and every employee" of the agency.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her family are moving into Drumthwacket, the governor's official residence in Princeton.
The search for the second crew member, a weapons system officer, is continuing, two U.S. officials said.
One of the sources said Hegseth wants someone in the role who will implement President Trump and Hegseth's vision for the Army.
A pastor in New Jersey was taken into custody by immigration agents while working at his day job, according to church members.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was lured to a Dallas studio for a meeting, then allegedly kidnapped and robbed by a group including rappers Pooh Shiesty and Big30.
Megan Thee Stallion was released from a New York City hospital after she got sick during a performance of "Moulin Rouge! The Musical."
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Savannah Guthrie stepped back from her NBC duties almost two months ago when her mother, Nancy Guthrie, disappeared. The investigation is ongoing.
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The New York Knicks routed the Chicago Bulls 136-96 on Friday night in a game they led by 47 points.
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A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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The Fresh Air Fund has been hosting free summer camps for kids living in New York City for nearly 150 years. CEO Lisa Gitelson discusses the benefits and how parents can choose the best option for their kids.
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