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Lenore Zimmerman's family plans to sue the TSA after, she says, she was taken to a private room and told to pull down her pants.
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Lenore Zimmerman's family plans to sue the TSA after, she says, she was taken to a private room and told to pull down her pants.
The lawsuit is directed against the Terminal One Group that runs the international terminal at JFK.
It's been nearly 66 years since they've seen each other. On Friday, Holocaust survivor Mary Katz Erlich met Egle Ruzgys and her brother Aurimas at Kennedy Airport.
Let's say you're flying back from another country, but before you depart someone stashes drugs in your luggage. It happened to a Queens man who faced federal charges until the truth came to light.
The hugs and smiles said it all. U.S. troops were reunited with the stray dogs they found in Afghanistan JFK Airport on Wednesday.
American Airlines Flight 587 crashed in Belle Harbor, Queens, and what many thought to be a potential terror attack turned out to be just a tragic accident resulting from pilot error. Still 265 people died. Hundreds gathered on Saturday to honor the victims on the 10th anniversary.
A U.S. citizen who holds an Iranian passport pleaded not guilty Monday to charges that he plotted to assassinate the Saudi ambassador to the United States.
The roar of jumbo jets taking off and landing will be more common over Nassau County when new airport flight patterns kick in on Thursday.
Customs agents in Florida arrested a suspect in a fatal New Jersey stabbing minutes before his flight took off for Colombia. Authorities found Pedro Guittierez had flown from JFK Airport to Orlando on Tuesday.
It's just not a day to be messing around. That's what three passengers on board an American Airlines flight from Los Angeles to John F. Kennedy Airport found out on Sunday afternoon.
Some good news today for travelers trying to wing their way back home. All three major area airports have reopened. They had been shut down by Tropical Storm Irene.
"We are seeing some very serious consequences of the storm, including flooding and downed trees and power outages," Bloomberg said Sunday.
Officials say the three major New York City-area airports will resume most flights Monday morning after shutting down because of Tropical Storm Irene.
From North Carolina to New Jersey, Hurricane Irene's winds and storm surge fell short of the doomsday predictions. But the danger is far from over.
New passenger protection rules have gone into effect aimed to prevent nightmare scenarios like the one many experienced at John F. Kennedy International Airport during last year's blizzard.
A week after a man was accused of peeing on the leg of a girl aboard a JetBlue flight headed to JFK, French actor Gerard Depardieu apparently said "au revoir" to the bathroom while on an Air France flight.
Some Nassau County residents describe the noise overnight from increased use of JFK airport's runway 22L, also known as the "runway of last resort," as unbearable.
Noibi allegedly took Virgin American Flight 415 to Los Angeles. He managed to get on board using an expired boarding pass that belonged to someone else and a University of Michigan ID, police said.
Sunday marked 15 years since the crash of TWA Flight 800, and families of the victims gathered together Sunday to remember their loved ones.
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey says the man ran toward the fuel farm when the patrols approached. He was caught near a boat dock and never entered the restricted area.
U.S. Magistrate Judge Michael Wilner said Friday he was hesitant to grant bond to Olajide Noibi based on the circumstances of the case.
Investigators say Olajide Noibi, a Nigerian, boarded Virgin America Flight 415 to Los Angeles without a valid passport or identification, using an expired boarding pass that belonged to someone else.
Flight delays averaged 30-minutes as planes were diverted to other runways and ground crews removed the turtles for transportation to a beach in Jamaica Bay, which borders JFK.
Flights were delayed at JFK today after about 150 turtles crawled onto the tarmac in search of beaches to lay their eggs. Hear air traffic control audio inside.
Port Authority police arrested 22-year-old Rock Diaz of Freeport on charges of second-degree impersonation.
A Washington Heights home invasion that ended with a fatal fall early Saturday morning is under investigation.
It's Thanksgiving week and what is expected to be a record number of people will be hitting the road or taking to the sky to celebrate.
The Buccaneers rushed for four touchdowns in a 30-7 victory over the Giants and new starting quarterback Tommy DeVito on Sunday.
New Jersey Sen. George Helmy said congestion pricing could drive businesses out of New York City and into the Garden State on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Chuck Woolery was inducted into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007 and earned a daytime Emmy nomination in 1978.
A Washington Heights home invasion that ended with a fatal fall early Saturday morning is under investigation.
It's Thanksgiving week and what is expected to be a record number of people will be hitting the road or taking to the sky to celebrate.
New Jersey Sen. George Helmy said congestion pricing could drive businesses out of New York City and into the Garden State on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Sunday features a mix of sun and clouds with near-normal temperatures in the Tri-State Area, but we could see big changes on Thanksgiving.
New York City police are searching for a gunman who fatally shot a man in a parking lot in Far Rockaway, Queens overnight.
Sunday features a mix of sun and clouds with near-normal temperatures in the Tri-State Area, but we could see big changes on Thanksgiving.
The MTA announced the Federal Highway Administration has given congestion pricing the green light, clearing the way for it to start on Jan. 5, 2025.
After a long period of drought and fire hazards, we're getting an early taste of winter. New York, New Jersey and Connecticut have been desperate for rain.
The first major snowstorm of the season brought school closures, power outages, and heavy snow to our region, including to areas that badly needed it.
Jodi Rell, who became Connecticut's second female governor when John Rowland resigned in a corruption scandal, has died at 78.
It's Thanksgiving week and what is expected to be a record number of people will be hitting the road or taking to the sky to celebrate.
New Jersey Sen. George Helmy said congestion pricing could drive businesses out of New York City and into the Garden State on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Sunday features a mix of sun and clouds with near-normal temperatures in the Tri-State Area, but we could see big changes on Thanksgiving.
A fire in Bayonne displaced several families and caused a day care to evacuate Friday.
A Hudson Valley woman says her car was driven from Queens to New Jersey after she parked at an unlicensed long-term parking lot near John F. Kennedy International Airport.
New Jersey Sen. George Helmy said congestion pricing could drive businesses out of New York City and into the Garden State on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Sunday features a mix of sun and clouds with near-normal temperatures in the Tri-State Area, but we could see big changes on Thanksgiving.
The MTA announced the Federal Highway Administration has given congestion pricing the green light, clearing the way for it to start on Jan. 5, 2025.
After a long period of drought and fire hazards, we're getting an early taste of winter. New York, New Jersey and Connecticut have been desperate for rain.
The first major snowstorm of the season brought school closures, power outages, and heavy snow to our region, including to areas that badly needed it.
New Jersey Sen. George Helmy said congestion pricing could drive businesses out of New York City and into the Garden State on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Democrats say they're concerned or scared Trump will threaten their rights, but fewer than half feel motivated to oppose him.
New York has repealed a seldom-used law over a century old that made it a crime to cheat on your spouse.
The New York Department of Motor Vehicles has overhauled its point system, and the points drivers accrue are going to stay on their record longer.
A New York City Councilmember is taking the city's Department of Homeless Services to task, saying it needs to do a better job managing food at the city's migrant shelters.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
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.
Chuck Woolery was inducted into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007 and earned a daytime Emmy nomination in 1978.
Lawyers for actor Jonathan Majors and Grace Jabbari agreed to dismiss the case with prejudice, according to a joint filing in Manhattan federal court.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
A federal judge is deciding whether to release Sean "Diddy" Combs on bail as he awaits trial on sex trafficking and racketeering charges.
Chris Stapleton took home four Country Music Association Awards and hardly left the stage on Wednesday night, while an absent Morgan Wallen won the night's biggest prize, entertainer of the year.
The Buccaneers rushed for four touchdowns in a 30-7 victory over the Giants and new starting quarterback Tommy DeVito on Sunday.
The New York Rangers lost to the Edmonton Oilers 6-2 on Saturday night.
The New York Islanders beat the St. Louis Blues on Saturday night to end a three-game skid.
Tomas Tatar had a goal and an assist and the New Jersey Devils beat the Washington Capitals on Saturday night.
The New York Red Bulls posted a 2-0 victory over New York City FC in an Eastern Conference semifinal on Saturday night.
The new Davis Center will bring back the wonder of skating and swimming alongside Harlem Meer in Central Park.
Thursday marks exactly 60 years since the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge opened to much fanfare.
Nov. 29 is the last day for New York City restaurants to remove roadway dining sheds, which will now be seasonal under new regulations set by the City Council.
A new state-of-the-art trash system in NYCHA's Polo Grounds Towers in Harlem promises to tackle energy, rodent and recycling issues.
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.
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."
The big-budget musical "Wicked" debuted in the top spot with $114 million. "Gladiator II" also had a strong showing, pulling in $55.5 million. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Families of fallen FDNY firefighters rode with Santa to FAO Schwarz at Rockefeller Center on Sunday, and they had the famous store to themselves as they stocked up on holiday toys. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has the latest forecast, which could impact holiday travel.
CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian has more on how two organizations are helping those in need as the holiday quickly approaches.
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is asking Congress to pass a $100 billion disaster relief package by the end of the year. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
