Opponents sound off on Mayor Adams' new mental health policy
There was outrage on the steps of City Hall on Wednesday over the mayor's efforts to tackle homelessness
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There was outrage on the steps of City Hall on Wednesday over the mayor's efforts to tackle homelessness
Treating the mentally ill, whether they agree or not, and the need to raise transit fares are two controversies facing New York City right now.
The mayor unveiled a controversial plan to treat mentally ill homeless people - whether they agree to it or not. Anne Williams-Isom, deputy mayor for Health and Human Services, spoke with CBS2's Marcia Kramer about the new policy.
Meanwhile, Mayor Adams is under fire for his policy directing first responders to transport mentally ill homeless people to hospitals.
A 41-page report details why the state thinks the city is falling short at meeting the needs of those who suffer with mental health issues, CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
The state's findings were released as Mayor Adams comes under fire for a new policy for treating the mentally ill, CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Many are calling the mayor's plan draconian, adding it doesn't get to the root of the problem.
It's a problem that Mayor Adams and a parade of mayors before him have been unable to solve.
Whether on the street, in the subway or in shelters, the plight of the homeless is a big concern for many New Yorkers.
She says if the city should make building affordable housing a requirement for any development project.
Adams is going to go after brokers and apartment owners who think it's okay to turn low income New Yorkers away.
Elizabeth Gomes said the suspect arrested in last week's assault should have never been on the streets.
The mayor said many of the migrants had asked to go to different destinations, but were not given a choice.
They also held a vigil for the 13,000 people who reportedly die while homeless in the U.S. every year.
Advocates for the homeless slept in Morningside Park to protest the crisis in New York City.
The governor and mayor spoke at the ground breaking of an affordable housing community in Morris Heights, the Bronx.
The governor and mayor were on hand for the ground breaking of an affordable housing community in Morris Heights, the Bronx.
Among the changes that take effect, drop-in centers are required to take as many clients as possible, and anyone in need of a place to go can walk in to shelters without undergoing typical intake procedures for the night in question.
Police said three men were stabbed earlier this month, and one died of his injuries.
A 34-year-old man was killed and two other men, ages 59 and 28, were injured earlier this month.
Police are searching for the suspect behind a string of stabbings targeting homeless people in New York City. As CBS2's John Dias reports, detectives believe he injured two people and killed another.
Police are searching for the suspect accused of causing injuries and one death. CBS2's John Dias reports.
The latest stabbing happened around 3 a.m. Monday on a basketball court by 95th and FDR Drive on the Upper East Side.
Police say they are unsure if the suspect is also homeless. CBS2's Kristine Johnson has the latest.
Newark has since repealed the law. This comes after a lawsuit filed by the Legal Aid Society and Lowenstein Sandler LLP.
Cody Ceci scored with 24 seconds left in the third period, and the San Jose Sharks beat the New Jersey Devils on Saturday.
A 17-year-old boy was fatally stabbed Friday after getting into a fight with a man at an East Harlem restaurant.
The Washington Capitals beat the struggling New York Rangers on Saturday.
The NYPD has released new photos of individuals wanted in connection to a shooting in Queens that left 10 teenagers injured.
The countdown to congestion pricing in New York City is almost over. Starting Sunday at 12:01 a.m., drivers will pay a toll to enter Manhattan south of 60th Street.
A 17-year-old boy was fatally stabbed Friday after getting into a fight with a man at an East Harlem restaurant.
The NYPD has released new photos of individuals wanted in connection to a shooting in Queens that left 10 teenagers injured.
The countdown to congestion pricing in New York City is almost over. Starting Sunday at 12:01 a.m., drivers will pay a toll to enter Manhattan south of 60th Street.
It's a cold and blustery weekend in the New York City area, and that will continue as we track our next winter storm.
A Republican county official on Long Island is refusing to lower flags to half-staff following the death of former President Jimmy Carter.
The countdown to congestion pricing in New York City is almost over. Starting Sunday at 12:01 a.m., drivers will pay a toll to enter Manhattan south of 60th Street.
It's a cold and blustery weekend in the New York City area, and that will continue as we track our next winter storm.
NYC congestion pricing will charge drivers to enter Manhattan starting in January 2025. Here's what to know about how much it will cost.
The start of New York City congestion pricing can proceed as scheduled on Sunday, a federal judge has ruled.
A quiet, but cold weekend awaits New York City before the next round of snow moves into the region.
The countdown to congestion pricing in New York City is almost over. Starting Sunday at 12:01 a.m., drivers will pay a toll to enter Manhattan south of 60th Street.
It's a cold and blustery weekend in the New York City area, and that will continue as we track our next winter storm.
A man is in custody after police discovered multiple guns linked to an unattended bag at Newark Penn Station on Friday.
New members of Congress from the Tri-State Area area walked into their offices on Capitol Hill for the very first time Friday.
NYC congestion pricing will charge drivers to enter Manhattan starting in January 2025. Here's what to know about how much it will cost.
The countdown to congestion pricing in New York City is almost over. Starting Sunday at 12:01 a.m., drivers will pay a toll to enter Manhattan south of 60th Street.
It's a cold and blustery weekend in the New York City area, and that will continue as we track our next winter storm.
A Republican county official on Long Island is refusing to lower flags to half-staff following the death of former President Jimmy Carter.
The driver in a wrong-way crash that killed two middle schoolers on Long Island pled guilty Friday.
NYC congestion pricing will charge drivers to enter Manhattan starting in January 2025. Here's what to know about how much it will cost.
The countdown to congestion pricing in New York City is almost over. Starting Sunday at 12:01 a.m., drivers will pay a toll to enter Manhattan south of 60th Street.
Former President Jimmy Carter died on Dec. 29 at the age of 100.
The nation's highest civilian honor will be presented to 19 people at the White House later Saturday.
A Republican county official on Long Island is refusing to lower flags to half-staff following the death of former President Jimmy Carter.
New members of Congress from the Tri-State Area area walked into their offices on Capitol Hill for the very first time Friday.
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.
Many Broadway fans were left disappointed after the revival of "Gypsy" canceled nearly an entire week of performances after actors say a cold spread among the cast.
Emma and Liam top the list of New Yorkers' favorite baby names for another year, the NYC Department of Health says.
A new course at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx aims to help medical students understand the community they serve.
Professional Bull Riders have returned to Madison Square Garden, and has New Yorkers getting cozy with cowboy culture.
Wayne Osmond started his musical career as an original member of The Osmonds with his brothers.
A variety of New Year's Eve performers are expected for tonight's Times Square ball drop to ring in 2025.
An Argentine judge has confirmed charges against five people in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former member of musical group One Direction.
Linda Lavin, a Tony Award-winning stage actress who became a working class icon as a paper-hat wearing waitress on the TV sitcom "Alice," has died. She was 87.
Cody Ceci scored with 24 seconds left in the third period, and the San Jose Sharks beat the New Jersey Devils on Saturday.
The Washington Capitals beat the struggling New York Rangers on Saturday.
The New York Jets interviewed Mike Vrabel, the former Tennessee Titans coach, for their head coaching vacancy.
The Thunder rallied in the fourth quarter to win their 14th straight game over the Knicks on Friday night.
The Jets interviewed Ron Rivera and current ESPN analyst Louis Riddick for their head coach and general manager vacancies.
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.
In the hours ahead of Friday's Mega Millions drawing, the jackpot grew to $1.22 billion.
Nine people died in the crush of the crowd outside a celebrity basketball game at City College on Dec. 28. 1991.
Volunteers delivered 14,000 meals to older New Yorkers on Christmas Day.
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 Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for January 4 at 6:30 p.m.
Saturday marked the 20th annual celebration of Three Kings Day in Queens.
People living in Manhattan's Murray Hill neighborhood are mourning the sudden closure of a beloved restaurant, El Rio Grande.
New video shows a violent altercation in East Harlem that left a 17-year-old dead and a 62-year-old facing murder charges. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian spoke to witnesses.
Police have released images of four people wanted in connection to a shooting that injured 10 teenagers in Queens.
