NYC schools don't meet needs of students with disabilities, lawsuit alleges
A lawsuit alleges that kids in need of special education programs often aren't going to school because New York City schools don't have the necessary resources.
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A lawsuit alleges that kids in need of special education programs often aren't going to school because New York City schools don't have the necessary resources.
A woman arrested at a demonstration in SoHo is now suing the NYPD, claiming officers targeted her for protesting the police.
She claims officers targeted her for protesting the police. It comes as the city is dishing out record settlements for police misconduct allegations. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
NYPD conducted a surprise sweep for "dangerous contraband" at the migrant shelter on Randall's Island days after a woman was shot and killed there.
Critics want Mayor Eric Adams to rescind an emergency order that is stopping a law banning solitary confinement from being enforced at NYC jails.
CBS New York's Ali Bauman has the latest from city officials and on an expected rally prior to the vote.
New York City has started evicting migrants from the shelter system, under watchful eye of the Legal Aid Society.
The evictions are part of a new policy the city crafted with the Legal Aid Society and homeless advocates that allows migrants to claim a shelter bed for only 30 or 60 days. CBS New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
The Legal Aid Society said tenants were concerned the flooding could lead to further damage. CBS New York's Shosh Bedrosian reports.
The Legal Aid Society said tenants were concerned the flooding could lead to further damage. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
The modifications are temporary, but allow the city to limit how long some asylum seekers can stay at shelters.
The seven-story building partially collapsed on Dec. 11, 2023 in the Morris Heights section. No one was injured.
Advocates say it's not safe or sanitary for pregnant moms, children and asylum seekers with disabilities.
The Legal Aid Society identified the victim as 27-year-old Manesh Kunwar, adding he was in custody for a week before he was found unresponsive early Thursday morning. CBS New York's Mary Calvi reports.
They begged for compassion Thursday from those speaking out against taking in people seeking the American dream. CBS New York's Alice Gainer reports.
There's controversy over the NYPD's plans to deploy drones this holiday weekend. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/44yfhML
The mayor says the city's resources are limited, but advocates vow to fight any rollback of the law.
At issue is whether the jail complex should remain under city control or be put under federal receivership.
Officials say it's not only a city problem but a state problem, and the governor needs to step up to the plate.
Mayor Eric Adams insists the city has reached its limit, with about 55,000 asylum seekers being housed in humanitarian relief centers here.
The mayor insists the city has reached its limit, with about 55,000 asylum seekers being housed in humanitarian relief centers here. So city housing is now closed to new arrivals. CBS New York's John Dias has reaction from advocates who oppose the plan.
The 150 pictures paint a picture of dirty toilets, wash basins, sinks and other personal hygiene facilities.
What started as a City Council hearing about the fire that destroyed barrels of DNA evidence turned into a call for action from public defenders. CBS2's Tim McNicholas has the story.
Demonstrators on Tuesday called for the jail to be shut down or for a federal receiver to be appointed.
The move comes as another 2,100 arrived in the city last week, increasing the overall total to more than 74,000
Tony Herbert, a former aide in Eric Adams' administration, was arrested Tuesday morning, accused of accepting $16,000 in bribes and kickbacks.
Information trickling out of Iran suggests a far deadlier crackdown on protesters than previously reported.
Republican Rep. James Comer of Kentucky, the committee's chairman, said the panel will move next week on holding them in contempt.
The trial in the case of accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann is finally in sight.
It'll happen at 3 p.m. at the New Jersey State House.
Tony Herbert, a former aide in Eric Adams' administration, was arrested Tuesday morning, accused of accepting $16,000 in bribes and kickbacks.
The trial in the case of accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann is finally in sight.
Hochul laid out plans to move New York toward universal child care, and restrict 3-D printed ghost guns in the state.
Nurses say healthcare benefits and workplace safety are their main reasons for striking, and are refusing to go back to work until their demands are met.
A three-year pilot run by the Brooklyn Justice Initiative and the Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice aims to improve court compliance and reduce recidivism by meeting participants where they live.
Police in Danbury, Connecticut, are actively looking for a man who they believe fired a deadly gunshot that traveled through a wall and killed his neighbor.
There's plenty of sunshine is on the way to the Tri-State Area, but the First Alert Weather team is also tracking a round of snow later this week.
It was a mostly dry Sunday, until some snow squalls briefly hit the Tri-State Area on Sunday night.
Investigators said the victim was struck by a bullet inside his Danbury, Connecticut, home, and it came from the unit next door.
Enjoy the spring preview while it lasts because umbrellas will be your best friend this weekend!
It'll happen at 3 p.m. at the New Jersey State House.
The Paterson School District says the teacher accused of giving special needs students hot sauce as a form of discipline has been relieved of her duties.
Dozens of people were displaced as a result of the 6 a.m. Sunday blaze at the building on Washington and Hillyer Streets.
Prosecutors say Caneiro killed the family over his brother's plans to remove him from a technology company they shared after money allegedly disappeared from the firm.
There's plenty of sunshine is on the way to the Tri-State Area, but the First Alert Weather team is also tracking a round of snow later this week.
The trial in the case of accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann is finally in sight.
Hochul laid out plans to move New York toward universal child care, and restrict 3-D printed ghost guns in the state.
A new bill proposed in New York would target private businesses that don't quickly turn over surveillance footage after a crime. The legislation is named after the young employee killed at a Long Island CVS on Christmas Day.
There's plenty of sunshine is on the way to the Tri-State Area, but the First Alert Weather team is also tracking a round of snow later this week.
New York state is taking legal action against the Trump administration for halting construction of five offshore wind farms.
Tony Herbert, a former aide in Eric Adams' administration, was arrested Tuesday morning, accused of accepting $16,000 in bribes and kickbacks.
Republican Rep. James Comer of Kentucky, the committee's chairman, said the panel will move next week on holding them in contempt.
It'll happen at 3 p.m. at the New Jersey State House.
Hochul laid out plans to move New York toward universal child care, and restrict 3-D printed ghost guns in the state.
The New York City Council said one of its employees was detained on Monday by federal immigration officials during a routine immigration appointment in Nassau County.
Nurses say healthcare benefits and workplace safety are their main reasons for striking, and are refusing to go back to work until their demands are met.
Loved ones of patients at hospitals in New York City are concerned about care as nurses continue to strike due to failed contract negotiations on Monday.
The New York State Nurses Association said it called for the strike as negotiations stalled with the city's wealthiest hospitals.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
The potential for a major nurses strike in New York City is growing by the minute, with major hospitals and the New York State Nurses Association failing to get a deal done before Sunday's midnight deadline.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
Video of an angry confrontation during intermission at a performance of "Mamma Mia!" on Broadway is going viral on social media.
Weinstein's defense attorney told the judge he'd like to pursue plea negotiations after last year's mistrial on a rape charge.
Jesper Bratt and Ondrej Palat each scored twice and the New Jersey Devils beat the Minnesota Wild 5-2 to snap a four-game skid.
Cooper Flagg scored 27 points and matched a season high with three blocks, and Naji Marshall had three straight baskets down the stretch and finished with 22 points as the depleted Dallas Mavericks beat the Brooklyn Nets 113-105.
Berkly Catton scored the tiebreaking goal in the third period, and the Kraken rallied from two goals down and beat the Rangers 4-2 on Monday night.
Jalen Brunson had 26 points and the Knicks snapped the Trail Blazers' five-game winning streak with a 123-114 victory Sunday.
Cedric Coward hit two late 3-pointers and scored 21 points to help the Grizzlies hold off the Nets 103-98 on Sunday.
A three-year pilot run by the Brooklyn Justice Initiative and the Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice aims to improve court compliance and reduce recidivism by meeting participants where they live.
Harlem native Teyana Taylor wins her first major acting honor at the 83rd Golden Globes Awards for her performance in Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another." Locals say it's a win for the whole neighborhood.
Legislation would protect and expand hunger programs and improve benefit security as New York pantries see rising demand.
The people and businesses of Ridgewood, Queens, have banded together to help those impacted by the recent apartment building fire.
Student athletes at a high school in Queens have won both state and national video game championships.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul delivered her 2026 State of the State address where she focused on affordability.
Herbert, who worked in Eric Adams' administration, is accused of accepting $16,000 in bribes and kickbacks. CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu reports.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has a look at the forecast.
Nurses say healthcare benefits and workplace safety are their main reasons for striking, and are refusing to go back to work until their demands are met. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg has the inside scoop on the 2026 travel trends.
