Number of people living on NYC streets on the rise, survey shows
A new report shows the number of people who are experiencing homelessness and living on New York City streets continues to go up.
A new report shows the number of people who are experiencing homelessness and living on New York City streets continues to go up.
East Elmhurst residents say a homeless and migrant shelter is driving up crime in the neighborhood. Local leaders and advocates gathered on Ditmars Boulevard on Sunday. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
New York City has started evicting migrants from the shelter system, under watchful eye of the Legal Aid Society.
For the first time, residents living in an New York City shelter won't have to leave their beloved pets behind. The Uplift Families Residence in the Bronx has 161 units that can house approximately 587 people.
Since 2012, the nation's fourth-largest city has reduced homelessness in the greater Houston area by 63%. Now other cities are looking to replicate this model.
At just 15, Vedant Vohra built an app that links New Yorkers in need to nearby resources.
At just 15 years old, Vedant Vohra built an app that links New Yorkers in need to nearby resources. CBS New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
The modifications are temporary, but allow the city to limit how long some asylum seekers can stay at shelters.
DSS Commissioner Molly Wasow Park says more than 80% of the growth in the shelter system is asylum seekers.
New legislation would prohibit caps on shelter stays for New Yorkers experiencing homelessness, including asylum seekers.
Dozens of people gathered Sunday in front of Rego Park's Wyndham Garden Hotel, where the new shelter would open.
Dozens of people gathered Sunday in front of Rego Park's Wyndham Garden Hotel, where the new shelter would open. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
They want to help him even after his death by getting in touch with his family.
As cities across the U.S. deal with freezing temperatures, finding space to shelter migrants is becoming more of a challenge. Pilsen Food Pantry Director Dr. Evelyn Figueroa joins CBS News to discuss the issue.
A coalition of city and community leaders is fighting against efforts to roll back the legal requirement.
Newark's mayor says the efforts of an outreach team, new housing and preventive services have contributed to the drop.
It opened in the early 1980s as the very first permanent supportive housing for a specific population that's often overlooked.
Today, we focus on a special place in Manhattan, where those who need it most have found a permanent place to call home. CBS New York's Cindy Hsu takes us there as we continue our commitment to breaking the stigma.
The Middle East and migrants, two hot topics on New Yorkers' minds, take centerstage this week on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Christine Quinn, the former Speaker of the New York City Council speaker, is now president of Win, the largest provider of shelter for women with children. Watch her conversation on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Christine Quinn, the former City Council speaker, says the city could save billions.
One man says the city gave his family two hours' notice to clear out and move to their new location.
Under SOTA, the city covers the first year of rent for working homeless families who move outside the five boroughs.
The City Council says those measures will help more people move out of shelters.
Nonprofit connects them with art making and therapeutic experiences. The results have been inspiring and amazing.
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NJ Transit says the excessive heat is causing equipment issues, and riders should expect delays and cancellations for days.
What looked like a meteor was seen streaking across the sky Tuesday in NYC and New Jersey, passing over the Statue of Liberty and prompting reports of a possible sonic boom.
The alleged leader of a violent extremist group plotted to poison children and minorities in New York City, authorities said Tuesday.
It's a tradition that dates back to 1887. Worshippers in Brooklyn paraded through the streets, a beloved Italian tradition.
CBS New York's Maurice DuBois sat down with Eric Garner's mother, Gwen Carr, who shared deeply personal insights into her son's life, which until now have been largely overshadowed by the tragedy of his death.
A new CBS New York Investigation has found nearly four dozen hospitals have closed across New York state over the past 25 years.
Severe weather moved through parts of the Tri-State Area amid another heat wave Tuesday, causing widespread damage.
Physical effects of heat waves, like heat stroke, are widely known. But scientists are now sounding the alarm on psychological consequences of extremely high temperatures.
The First Alert Weather Team has issued a Red Alert through Wednesday due to excessive heat and humidity in New York City, New Jersey and the entire Tri-State Area.
Extreme heat returned Sunday and it's only going to get hotter over the next few days.
Leaders from across the Tri-State Area are reacting after an assassination attempt at former President Donald Trump's rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday.
NJ Transit says the excessive heat is causing equipment issues, and riders should expect delays and cancellations for days.
What looked like a meteor was seen streaking across the sky Tuesday in NYC and New Jersey, passing over the Statue of Liberty and prompting reports of a possible sonic boom.
Newark City Council President LaMonica McIver has won the special House Democratic primary to succeed the late Donald Payne Jr. in Congress.
President Joe Biden and the Democratic National Committee are trying to grab some of the political spotlight, in part by unveiling a new plan to cap rents and build housing.
CBS New York's Christine Sloan has covered Sen. Bob Menendez for more than 30 years and described Tuesday's verdict as "an extraordinary moment."
Officials in Hempstead are warning beach goers about recent shark sightings and rough seas.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman signed a a controversial transgender athlete ban Monday which passed last month by the Nassau County legislature along party lines.
Physical effects of heat waves, like heat stroke, are widely known. But scientists are now sounding the alarm on psychological consequences of extremely high temperatures.
The First Alert Weather Team has issued a Red Alert through Wednesday due to excessive heat and humidity in New York City, New Jersey and the entire Tri-State Area.
Extreme heat returned Sunday and it's only going to get hotter over the next few days.
The U.S. Secret Service is facing mounting questions about the security flaws that allowed the shooter to fire from a rooftop near the rally.
Former President Donald Trump looked on Tuesday night as his onetime rivals for the nomination lined up to support him.
Former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis endorsed former President Donald Trump at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.
Newark City Council President LaMonica McIver has won the special House Democratic primary to succeed the late Donald Payne Jr. in Congress.
CBS New York's Christine Sloan has covered Sen. Bob Menendez for more than 30 years and described Tuesday's verdict as "an extraordinary moment."
Physical effects of heat waves, like heat stroke, are widely known. But scientists are now sounding the alarm on psychological consequences of extremely high temperatures.
At least two cases of measles have been found in people staying at a New York City-run shelter for migrants in Brooklyn.
Nationwide, the CDC says the COVID virus level in wastewater is now "high" for the first time since last winter.
A first responder on Long Island is said to be the first in the country, outside a clinical trial, to undergo a life-saving surgery for peripheral artery disease.
Tahjana Lewis suffered burns to her chest, arms and legs, according to a recent lawsuit the Connecticut woman filed.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer dismissed the case with prejudice based on the misconduct of police and prosecutors.
Shelley Duvall worked frequently with director Robert Altman, and appeared in her final film in 2023 after decades away from Hollywood.
Alec Baldwin has pleaded not guilty to involuntary manslaughter in the case, which stems from the 2021 on-set shooting of Halyna Hutchins, the cinematographer for "Rust."
Argentina won its second straight Copa America championship, overcoming Lionel Messi's second-half leg injury to beat Colombia 1-0 on Lautaro Martínez's 112th-minute goal.
Fans appeared to breach the security gates at Hard Rock Stadium hours before the Copa America final between Argentina and Colombia.
Michael Toglia hit three of the Rockies' six homrs in an 8-5 win over the Mets on Sunday.
Spain has won a record fourth European Championship title after Mikel Oyarzabal's 86th-minute goal clinched a 2-1 victory as England's painful decades-long wait for a major trophy goes on.
The Orioles, aided by a pair of miscues by the Yankees, rallied in the ninth inning for a 6-5 win on Sunday.
It's a tradition that dates back to 1887. Worshippers in Brooklyn paraded through the streets, a beloved Italian tradition.
Yehuda Beinin said his daughter was held in two different homes in Gaza for 54 days.
The New York City Department of Environmental Protection is installing seven miles of porous pavement in Brooklyn.
CBS New York first reported in April that drivers were illegally parking cars in a grassy area alongside a bike lane under the Queensboro Bridge. Since then, community members say they've seen little improvement.
Mayor Eric Adams' rezoning proposal, dubbed "City of Yes," sparked debate at a lengthy public hearing Wednesday.
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."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
The powerful New Jersey Democrat was convicted Tuesday on several federal counts, including bribery, extortion and wire fraud. CBS New York's Christina Fan has the latest on the fallout.
NJ Transit says the scorching temperatures are causing equipment issues, and riders should expect delays and cancellations for days. CBS New York's Shosh Bedrosian reports from Secaucus Junction.
CBS New York's Tony Sadiku and John Elliott have the latest weather forecast.
CBS New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for July 16 at 11 p.m.
A CBS New York Investigation has found nearly four dozen hospitals have closed across New York State since 2000. Investigative Reporter Tim McNicholas shows us how one impending closure here in the city is already affecting patients.