ACLU-NJ Launches Smartphone App That Lets Users Secretly Record Police Stops
The app lets users record audio and video discretely with a stealth mode that hides the fact that the recording is happening.
The app lets users record audio and video discretely with a stealth mode that hides the fact that the recording is happening.
It happened Tuesday around 10 p.m. on a BX6 bus near Hunts Point Avenue and Lafayette Avenue. Police are now looking for three suspects.
There are thousands of available apps to download onto your smartphone or tablet, and many of those aren't even worth the data charges. So which ones of the food apps are the best to keep on your SIM card? These are the best apps for New York City food lovers.
The robbery comes on the heels of a stepped-up NYPD initiative to combat the theft of electronic devices in the subway system.
Justine Manser helped put a convicted sex offender back behind bars with the help of her brave 10-year-old daughter and her iPhone.
Do you suffer from recurring nightmares? Do you wish your dreams were a bit more entertaining? A new iPhone app aims to help you, CNET's Sree Sreenivasan explained.
MoMA chef Hwang Yang, 26, was killed last Thursday after being confronted by a gunman at the corner of Cambridge Avenue and West 232nd Street and robbed of his iPhone, police said.
Smartphone apps are being made to make every facet of life easier. One popular trend in apps is banking by phone. Many banks now allow customers to conduct their banking via cell phone the same way that they would on a computer.
The victim, 26-year-old Hwang Yang, was confronted by a gunman at the corner of Cambridge Avenue and West 232nd Street before being fatally shot in the torso, just blocks from his home.
About 40,000 AT&T landline workers are staying on the job this week without a contract, their union said Sunday.
Getting into New York City during rush hour can test the limits of your patience, but sometimes you see something that just makes your day better, you capture it on video, and you share it with the world.
Around 3:30 p.m., police said Neal Compass Jr., 17, came up behind a boy walking home on Jerusalem Avenue and tried to snatch his iPhone out of his hands.
The app will provide access to nearly 90,000 restaurants, stores, attractions, hotels and bars. Its features include reservation bookings on OpenTable, movie ticket purchases via Fandago and information about public transportation.
Police said five middle and high school students were grabbed and had their iPhones or cell phones stolen yesterday afternoon.
A 50-year-old woman told police a man, whom she met online, stole her wallet and iPhone after they met at a bar on the Lower East Side on March 9.
Officers in Queens used an iPhone app Wednesday to track down a city worker who allegedly ran off with his 1-year-old daughter after assaulting his wife, police said.
The victim chased the young man who snatched his iPhone when the thief's accomplice shoved him onto the subway tracks.
Three men in their 20s are being sought in nine thefts between Dec. 16 and Feb. 8.
During a raid in Chelsea yesterday, police said they confiscated 4,200 pairs of fake Beats by Dr. Dre heaphones, 500 counterfeit iPhones and iPods, and 19 fake iPads.
If you want to cozy up to the Genius Bar today, you might have some competition getting to the door.
Around 4:30 p.m. Friday, two officers were patrol near the Jefferson Houses by 2nd Avenue and East 112 Street when authorities say they saw a teen grab an iPhone from a woman who was walking down the street and run off.
Attention, SB46 fans: Looking for a celebrity? Need a parking spot or a bathroom? How about a place to eat without waiting for hours? The answers could be just a tweet away.
They don't call them smart phones for nothing.
A new App could make finding a parking spot in the city a whole lot easier.
"Something had to be done, so we had to stop the music," said conductor Alan Gilbert.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams is scheduled to appear in court today after his indictment on federal bribery and wire fraud charges.
Rookie receiver Malik Nabers suffered a concussion late in the Giants' 20-15 loss to the Cowboys on Thursday night.
Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton homered and Gerrit Cole pitched into the 7th in the Yankees' 10-1 win over the Orioles on Thursday.
New Jersey police found over 100 illegal weapons and ammo stashed inside a home in Totowa after a man shared a picture of himself pointing a gun on social media.
The incoming head of New York City Public Schools sat down Thursday with CBS News New York, one day after she was appointed to replace the retiring David Banks.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams is scheduled to appear in court today after his indictment on federal bribery and wire fraud charges.
Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton homered and Gerrit Cole pitched into the 7th in the Yankees' 10-1 win over the Orioles on Thursday.
The incoming head of New York City Public Schools sat down Thursday with CBS News New York, one day after she was appointed to replace the retiring David Banks.
As Mayor Eric Adams faces federal bribery charges, NYC Public Advocate Jumaane Williams would become acting mayor if he resigns.
Read New York City Mayor Eric Adams' five count indictment in New York on conspiracy, wire fraud, and bribery charges here.
New York and New Jersey could see the first significant rainfall in weeks over the next couple days. See the maps.
The U.S. News and World Report college rankings list New York, New Jersey and Connecticut's Ivy League schools among the best for 2025.
NYC's dry spell continued over the weekend, despite the clouds and rain chances in the forecast. How much longer will it last?
After 10 consecutive days without rain, NYC and its suburbs are expecting showers in the weather forecast today.
This National Voter Registration Day, here's a reminder about how to register to vote across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
New Jersey police found over 100 illegal weapons and ammo stashed inside a home in Totowa after a man shared a picture of himself pointing a gun on social media.
Couples desperate to find a new place to get married after a wedding venue in New Jersey abruptly closed are getting some help.
A popular New Jersey wedding venue recently closed, leaving couples scrambling to find a new place to get married.
New York and New Jersey could see the first significant rainfall in weeks over the next couple days. See the maps.
The former Beatles drummer was set to play in Philadelphia with his All Starr Band on Sept. 24 and in New York the following night.
There's a tragic update to the weekend crash in West Babylon. Bella Trezza, 17, has died. She had been fighting for her life since the crash.
Long Island Republican Congressman Anthony D'Esposito allegedly gave part-time jobs to both his lover and fiancée's daughter.
A Long Island community is praying for Bella Trezza, her brother Austin, Jack Murphy, Anthony Pagliuca and the family of Riley Goot following a deadly crash.
The power of prayer and community was palpable at a candlelight vigil for four teenagers who are fighting for their lives following a deadly multi-car crash in West Babylon on Saturday.
Days after Donald Trump's campaign rally, security is high around Nassau Coliseum again Sunday for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams is scheduled to appear in court today after his indictment on federal bribery and wire fraud charges.
The incoming head of New York City Public Schools sat down Thursday with CBS News New York, one day after she was appointed to replace the retiring David Banks.
The Biden administration is planning to issue a regulation to cement the sweeping asylum restrictions it enacted at the southern border over the summer.
As Mayor Eric Adams faces federal bribery charges, NYC Public Advocate Jumaane Williams would become acting mayor if he resigns.
Read New York City Mayor Eric Adams' five count indictment in New York on conspiracy, wire fraud, and bribery charges here.
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
New York state announced Monday that someone in Ulster County has died from eastern equine encephalitis, or EEE.
Parents of kids injured at birth due to medical malpractice say New York is denying their claims under the state's Medical Indemnity Fund, which promises lifelong health care.
New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan is resigning and will step down in January.
The New York resident who tested positive for the mosquito-borne EEE virus has died, prompting state health officials to declare an "imminent threat to the public for EEE."
The adventure begins for 16 ordinary Americans as they embark on their trek to the top of the treacherous New Zealand Alps in 'The Summit.'
The former Beatles drummer was set to play in Philadelphia with his All Starr Band on Sept. 24 and in New York the following night.
The industry data and analytics company Luminate said the music mogul's music saw an average 18.3% increase in on-demand streams.
Actors Olivia Munn and John Mulaney announced the birth of their second child, daughter Méi June Mulaney, via surrogate.
Since their debut nearly 35 years ago, Pearl Jam has been one of the world's most popular and influential rock groups. Lead singer Eddie Vedder and bassist Jeff Ament talk about success, friendship, creativity, and giving back to their loyal fans.
Rookie receiver Malik Nabers suffered a concussion late in the Giants' 20-15 loss to the Cowboys on Thursday night.
Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton homered and Gerrit Cole pitched into the 7th in the Yankees' 10-1 win over the Orioles on Thursday.
Stadiums in Pittsburgh, New Jersey, Seattle, and Tampa have been picked as emergency locations.
Aaron Judge homered for the fourth straight game, his 57th overall, but the Yankees lost to the Orioles 9-7 on Wednesday.
The Orioles clinched their second straight playoff berth, overcoming Aaron Judge's 56th home run to beat the Yankees 5-3 on Tuesday night.
Despite being billed as a popular initiative aimed to create vibrant public spaces, some NYC business owners are pushing back against Open Streets.
Curators of Harlem Sculpture Gardens are revealing their research into climate change on Uptown parks.
We took an inside look at the operations of New York City's primary recycling center during Climate Week 2024.
Frustrated residents in Greenpoint claim a concrete plant in their neighborhood is a bad actor that's polluting their community.
The HOPE Inside Center within the Harlem Wells Fargo has helped more than 500 people increase savings and decrease debt for free.
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 development comes as sources tell CBS News New York the city's Department of Investigation has been looking into Sheriff Anthony Miranda and whether his office improperly seized cash from raids on illegal cannabis shops.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is expected to appear in court Friday to be arraigned on federal bribery, conspiracy and campaign finance charges. CBS News New York's Christina Fan and Natalie Duddridge have team coverage of the historic indictment.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn says it's possible the Tri-State Area could see some rain from Hurricane Helene at some point.
The newly unsealed indictment, which is more than 50 pages long, alleges the mayor accepted illegal campaign donations, including those from Turkish businessmen in exchange for political favors. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman, Dick Brennan and Alecia Reid lead team coverage.