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Asa Ellerup has come under public scrutiny following her husband's arrest for three of the Gilgo Beach murders, but the daughters of notorious serial killers BTK and the Happy Face Killer have come to her defense.
There are more legal troubles for the man accused in the Gilgo Beach serial killings on Long Island.
James Burke allegedly exposed himself to an undercover ranger at Vietnam Veterans Memorial Park in Farmingville.
Attorneys for Heuermann's wife and children say their house was in shambles after police finished their search.
The family of accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann says their life has become a surreal nightmare. They claim their home was turned upside down in the investigation, and they're threatening legal action. CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/452bEj7
The judge said there is enough probable cause to believe Heuermann committed the crime he's charged with.
A judge has ordered Gilgo Beach serial murder suspect Rex Heuermann to submit a DNA sample.
Authorities on Friday identified another one of the victims in the Gilgo Beach murders. Her remains were found nearly three decades ago off Fire Island. As CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports, Jane Doe #7 now has a name. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3qf0mJn
Authorities say Jane Doe number seven, whose remains were found in 1996, was Karen Vergata. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan has the new developments from Hauppauge.
Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney identified Karen Vergata as one of the women whose remains were found as part of the Gilgo Beach investigation.
CBS New York has learned the wife of Giglo Beach murders suspect Rex Heuermann has spoken to him since his arrest. Meanwhile, neighbors say they're trying to return to normal. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Families of victims walked out of court in silence and grief after having seen the accused serial killer up close.
It comes as his estranged wife is speaking out about what the family has gone through. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan has the latest details.
It comes as Rex Heuermann is set to appear at a 2 p.m. conference hearing, where the court is expected to go over evidence and talk with witnesses. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has the latest.
We hear from a legal expert about today's court hearing for suspected Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann on Long Island.
The wife of Gilgo Beach murders suspect Rex Heuermann released a statement Friday asking for privacy for her family and neighbors. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/453EMq2
Rex Heuermann's wife asked for privacy, saying her family and neighbors "deserve to live peacefully."
The Suffolk County sheriff on Wednesday shared details on how Gilgo Beach murders suspect Rex Heuermann is spending his time in prison. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/477eB3h
Rex Heuermann is charged with killing three women and is the prime suspect in a fourth murder.
After 12 days, investigators have wrapped up their search at the home of the Gilgo Beach murders suspect. The Suffolk County district attorney says a significant amount of material was removed from the Massapequa Park home and will now be analyzed. CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has the latest. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3O5TiGJ
Investigators say a massive amount of potential and trace evidence was gathered.
After 12 days, the search is over at the home of Gilgo Beach murders suspect Rex Heuermann, and investigators say no definitive piece of evidence has emerged. CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
The Suffolk County district attorney held a press conference Tuesday after investigators wrapped their search of Gilgo Beach murders suspect Rex Heuermann's Massapequa Park home. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3O5TiGJ
Investigators are winding down their search of the property, where neighbors worry their once quiet street will forever be a spectacle. CBS New York's John Dias has the latest.
The Suffolk Police commissioner confirmed the existence of a walk-in basement vault with a large iron door.
Rudy Giuliani has relinquished dozens of watches and a Mercedes once owned by movie star Lauren Bacall to two former Georgia election workers who won a $148 million defamation judgment, his lawyer said.
NYU Langone Health is calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul to consider the financial burden of congestion pricing on patients and staff.
The New York Knicks edged the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night to improve to 2-0 in the NBA Cup.
A Red Flag Warning will be in effect across the entire Tri-State Area from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. today.
Starting Saturday, almost 2.5 million New Yorkers will have their state criminal records automatically sealed under the Clean Slate Act.
Rudy Giuliani has relinquished dozens of watches and a Mercedes once owned by movie star Lauren Bacall to two former Georgia election workers who won a $148 million defamation judgment, his lawyer said.
NYU Langone Health is calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul to consider the financial burden of congestion pricing on patients and staff.
A Red Flag Warning will be in effect across the entire Tri-State Area from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. today.
Starting Saturday, almost 2.5 million New Yorkers will have their state criminal records automatically sealed under the Clean Slate Act.
Malcolm X's family accuses the NYPD and federal agencies of "facilitating" the civil rights leader's 1965 assassination in a new lawsuit.
A Red Flag Warning will be in effect across the entire Tri-State Area from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. today.
Service is finally restored after a transformer explosion and fire along Amtrak tracks in the Bronx caused service suspensions throughout the region Tuesday and Wednesday.
A Red Flag Warning is back in effect for much of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, as the fire threat remains high.
Gov. Kathy Hochul is moving forward with a plan to "unpause" congestion pricing by the end of the year, sources tell CBS News New York.
Connecticut election results show Vice President Kamala Harris won the state, and Sen. Chris Murphy was reelected, CBS News projects.
A Red Flag Warning will be in effect across the entire Tri-State Area from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. today.
Rep. Josh Gottheimer, a vocal critic of New York City congestion pricing, says he is running for governor of New Jersey.
The Jennings Creek wildfire is now 88% contained since it started burning last week, the New York State DEC said Friday.
Morristown High School opened its doors on December 13, 1869 on Maple Avenue.
Morristown High School serves a diverse population of more than 1,900 students, and roughly half are Spanish speaking.
Stony Brook residents are calling for the restoration of the centuries-old Mill Pond, which was drained and destroyed during a torrential storm in August.
A Rockville Centre police detective faces hate crime charges following an incident in Manorville, prosecutors said Wednesday.
Long Island volunteer firefighter Jonathan Quiles is accused of intentionally setting a brush fire in Medford, New York.
Long Island leaders say they're hopeful that Donald Trump's pick for head of the EPA, former Rep. Lee Zeldin, will in fact protect the environment.
Gov. Kathy Hochul says she wants to reduce congestion pricing tolls, but her plan is being met by opposition to any tolling.
Starting Saturday, almost 2.5 million New Yorkers will have their state criminal records automatically sealed under the Clean Slate Act.
There are questions about President-elect Donald Trump's decision to replace the U.S. Attorney in Manhattan and the effect it will have on the corruption investigation involving Mayor Eric Adams.
Rep. Josh Gottheimer, a vocal critic of New York City congestion pricing, says he is running for governor of New Jersey.
Kennedy has a long record of criticizing vaccines, including spreading misleading claims about their safety.
Congestion pricing in NYC will start in January with a $9 toll, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Thursday.
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.
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday announced a $150 million investment in a new state-of-the-art cell and gene therapy hub to be built on Long Island.
Dozens of New York and New Jersey schools are impacted by a recall of meat and poultry products potentially contaminated with listeria.
Six Flags announced it shut down the Kingda Ka and Green Lantern roller coasters to make way for two new rides including The Flash coaster.
John Krasinski is People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive for 2024. The magazine announced the actor-writer-director as its pick during "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."
America's largest nonfiction film festival, featuring more than 200 features and shorts, returns to New York City theaters and streaming.
Mattel apologizes for inadvertently directing people to pornography site instead of one promoting upcoming film.
Judith Jamison, an internationally acclaimed dancer who later served as artistic director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for two decades, has died at age 81.
The New York Knicks edged the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night to improve to 2-0 in the NBA Cup.
Semyon Varlamov made 24 saves, and the New York Islanders beat the Vancouver Canucks 5-2 on Thursday night.
The New York Rangers beat the San Jose Sharks on Thursday night.
The New Jersey Devils beat the Florida Panthers 6-2 on Thursday night to sweep a two-game series with the Stanley Cup champions.
The Chicago Bulls outlasted the New York Knicks on Wednesday night.
Families in Central Harlem will soon settle into their new homes at Marcus Garvey Village, which also brings free gathering spaces to the community and an LGBTQ center.
The Hispanic Society's new exhibit traces how different cultures influenced the women of Spain as they found their own voices throughout history.
Brooklyn transit riders are worried about an ongoing proposal to cut bus stops as part of a redesign project.
A Long Island man's life savings were stolen from his bank account, and he says he's been waiting a year to get it back.
As work is being completed on a six-block stretch of the Ocean Parkway Greenway, cyclists say the rest of the bike path is overdue for upgrades.
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."
CBS News New York's Rob Marciano has your First Alert Forecast for November 15 at 11 p.m.
For the second year in a row, Business Traveller has named John F. Kennedy International Airport the best airport in North America.
In a new $100 million lawsuit, Malcolm X's family claims the NYPD, FBI, CIA and other government agencies played a role in his assassination in New York City. CBS News New York's Derick Waller reports.
Rudy Giuliani has turned over dozens of luxury watches and his Mercedes-Benz as part of his defamation case, his lawyer said Friday.
Congestion pricing may be back, but so is the pushback. One New York hospital says its staff and patients will be hit hard. CBS News New York's Lori Bordonaro reports.
