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The Gilgo Beach murder suspect told a judge Wednesday he spends two to three hours a day reviewing evidence in the case.
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The Gilgo Beach murder suspect told a judge Wednesday he spends two to three hours a day reviewing evidence in the case.
Gilgo Beach murder suspect Rex Heuermann spoke in court Wednesday, telling a judge he spends 2-3 hours a day reviewing evidence in the case. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Two sex workers currently in jail in Suffolk County said they met the accused Gilgo Beach killer before.
Lawyers for Gilgo Beach suspect Rex Heuermann's estranged family spoke out Friday afternoon.
Members of the Gilgo Beach Homicide Task Force say they won't rest until all 10 victims are identified.
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.
The attorney for Heuermann's estranged wife said she has spoken to her husband in jail by phone.
Suspected Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann appeared at Suffolk County Criminal Court Monday afternoon for a conference hearing. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Ray Tierney spoke out after a court appearance by Gilgo Beach murders suspect Rex Heuermann.
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.
Ellerup's attorney provided CBS New York with photos after investigators spent 12 days tearing through the Massapequa Park home.
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.
Police said Rex Heuermann, the suspected Gilgo Beach serial killer, is not linked to the unsolved deaths of four sex workers in Atlantic City.
Investigators say a massive amount of potential and trace evidence was gathered.
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.
Investigators say the accused Gilgo Beach killer had a walk-in gun vault in the basement of his Massapequa Park home. CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff has more on their progress. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3rJC9v5
Investigators were seen digging up the yard Sunday in Massapequa Park, amid questions about whether critical tips were overlooked in the case more than a decade ago. CBS New York's John Dias spoke with experts about what detectives may be searching for and what comes next in the case.
It comes amid questions about whether critical tips were overlooked in the case. CBS New York's John Dias reports from outside the suspect's home.
Roommate of Amber Costello described suspect Rex Heuermann's frame, Chevy Avalanche to detectives early on.
Investigators were seen Sunday digging in the backyard of the suspect's home and collecting evidence. CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has the latest from Massapequa Park.
As police comb through the home of a man charged in a string of serial killings in New York, one witness is frustrated it took so long to solve the crime.
A couple says some of their 23 cats alerted them to a raging fire in the middle of the night at their home in Copiague, New York.
Hate groups are not only promoting that content on popular social media sites, but a CBS News New York investigation shows they're actively trying to recruit kids into their ideology.
President-elect Trump's sentencing for his criminal conviction is scheduled for Friday.
President Biden honored Jimmy Carter in a eulogy at his funeral.
The New York City area will see one more day of windy, cold weather before temperatures return to normal.
A couple says some of their 23 cats alerted them to a raging fire in the middle of the night at their home in Copiague, New York.
Hate groups are not only promoting that content on popular social media sites, but a CBS News New York investigation shows they're actively trying to recruit kids into their ideology.
The New York City area will see one more day of windy, cold weather before temperatures return to normal.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams delivered his 2025 State of the City address today at the Apollo Theater in Harlem.
A group of nonprofits is urging New York City and the state to act quickly on legislation to protect New York's most vulnerable residents.
Hate groups are not only promoting that content on popular social media sites, but a CBS News New York investigation shows they're actively trying to recruit kids into their ideology.
The New York City area will see one more day of windy, cold weather before temperatures return to normal.
The cold weather continues around NYC, and there's more snow on the way. But the question is, how much?
We're in for some colder weather around the NYC area for the rest of the week, then we're tracking our next chance of snow.
A winter storm is bringing snowy weather to NYC today, and New Jersey expected to see the highest snow totals.
Hate groups are not only promoting that content on popular social media sites, but a CBS News New York investigation shows they're actively trying to recruit kids into their ideology.
The New York City area will see one more day of windy, cold weather before temperatures return to normal.
A New Jersey man killed in the Jan. 1 New Orleans terror attack was honored Wednesday.
The cold weather continues around NYC, and there's more snow on the way. But the question is, how much?
The trial began Tuesday for a New Jersey school bus aide charged in the death of a 6-year-old student with special needs.
A couple says some of their 23 cats alerted them to a raging fire in the middle of the night at their home in Copiague, New York.
Disgraced former Rep. George Santos had his February sentencing delayed until April so he can keep making new episodes of his podcast.
Ray Tierney, the district attorney credited for the arrest of Rex Heuermann in the Gilgo Beach serial killer case, will be running for re-election next year.
Several people, including two children, were injured in a crash involving a school bus Tuesday in Old Westbury, Long Island.
Brutally cold temperatures and blustery conditions made for an uncomfortable trek into Manhattan for many on the second day of congestion pricing.
President-elect Trump's sentencing for his criminal conviction is scheduled for Friday.
President Biden honored Jimmy Carter in a eulogy at his funeral.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams delivered his 2025 State of the City address today at the Apollo Theater in Harlem.
A group of nonprofits is urging New York City and the state to act quickly on legislation to protect New York's most vulnerable residents.
New York lawmakers returned to Albany Wednesday faced with the daunting task of finding more cash for the MTA. New taxes and fees are needed to fill a $33 billion budget shortfall, and it's not coming from congestion pricing.
Lower immunity to the new GII.17 strain could be leading to more infections.
In New York City alone, there were nearly 1,300 cases in December. That's almost triple the number during same time in 2023.
The Louisiana patient was hospitalized with a severe case of bird flu in the first death in the U.S. caused by the H5N1 virus.
Gov. Kathy Hochul says the recent surge in violence in the subway "cannot continue." She says she will include new legislation in the executive budget to change New York's involuntary commitment standards.
Gardners Candies warns that recalled Meltaway Bars product may contain undeclared cashews, a health risk for people with tree nut allergies.
"Inside Edition" correspondent Alison Hall opens up about her breast cancer battle and how Olivia Munn's own experience with early detection inspired her to take a life-saving risk assessment test.
New York City's Broadway Week is back, offering two tickets for the price of one to select Broadway shows in January and February.
Peter Yarrow was a singer-songwriter and a social activist, but he was best known as one-third of the folk-music group Peter, Paul and Mary.
The actor Aubrey Plaza has spoken out for the first time since her husband Jeff Baena's death last week. He was 47.
Here is the full list of winners who took home awards at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards.
The New York Knicks beat the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night.
The Detroit Pistons won their fifth straight game over the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday night.
The Panthers will play host to the Rangers at loanDepot Park in Miami -- home of baseball's Marlins -- on Jan. 2, 2026, the NHL said Wednesday.
The Stars rallied from an early three-goal deficit to defeat the struggling Rangers on Tuesday night.
Cole Anthony scored 24 points and the Magic shut down the short-handed Knicks 103-94 on Monday night.
Two eighth graders in Queens are being hailed as heroes after their quick thinking helped a woman who had taken a bad fall near their school.
Neighbors were left baffled and heartbroken after an unknown perpetrator left slash marks across two street trees in Ridgewood, Queens.
Musicians and student groups marched through the snowy streets of East Harlem on Monday to celebrate Three Kings Day.
New Yorkers can now be fined $50 if they fail to secure their trash bins properly, but some Brooklyn residents say the city is failing to maintain the same standards.
A young man from Mauritania receives help settling into the city as he serves as a youth ambassador for others.
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 Mayor Eric Adams delivered his 2025 State of the City address Thursday at the Apollo Theater in Harlem.
Whipping winds helped fuel the fire that destroyed the woman's home in Copiague. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
CBS News New York's John Elliott has the latest weather forecast.
The mayor is expected to focus on the wins his administration has achieved and the work that needs to be done moving forward. CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu reports.
At least five fires are burning across Los Angeles. Five people are dead so far and thousands are under evacuation orders. CBS News New York's Danya Bacchus reports.
