NYPD could get power to close illegal marijuana shops
New York City records show there are 11 legal marijuana shops and about 1,500 illegal ones in the five boroughs.
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New York City records show there are 11 legal marijuana shops and about 1,500 illegal ones in the five boroughs.
As New York City leaders work to close hundreds of illegal marijuana shops, legislation on the table would give NYPD instant authority to shut them down. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Gotham Buds on West 125th Street is the 26th conditional adult-use retail dispensary to open in New York State.
New York's legal marijuana market is growing. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/48QVawO
CBS New York's Marcia Kramer heard from New Yorkers about whether they think the city has a marijuana problem.
Players and fans said they smelled weed at Court 17 earlier this week, but USTA officials say there's no evidence.
A judge ruled Gotham Buds, across from the Apollo Theatre, is exempt from an injunction blocking the Office of Cannabis Management from opening any other dispensaries while a lawsuit proceeds against its licensing program.
A judge ruled the business can move forward and begin sales. CBS New York's Alice Gainer reports.
Gotham Buds will be located across the street from the famed Apollo Theater. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Despite initial pushback from the local business improvement district, opening of Gotham Buds is moving forward.
New dispensaries are on hold as a lawsuit brought by disabled veterans makes its way through the courts, CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
Statewide, illicit sales are expected to be $5.4 billion and licensed sales are projected to be only $2 billion.
The latest attempt to crack down on unlicensed smoke shops is a new law that fines the landlords who rent them space. CBS New York's Marcia Kramer is calling it the "weed whacker law."
These marijuana markets are expected to pop up all over New York in the coming months.
Marijuana markets like this are expected to pop up all over New York in the coming months, CBS New York's Tony Aiello reports.
New York's struggling recreational marijuana industry hit another roadblock after a judge temporarily stopped the state from issuing new retail cannabis licenses.
A judge issued a restraining order against the state's Office of Cannabis Management after a lawsuit filed last week claims the state has kept cannabis licenses from disabled veterans and other minority groups.
It follows a lawsuit that claims the state has kept licenses from disabled veterans and other minority groups.
Shoppers said they prefer the regulated marijuana market because they know exactly what they're buying.
There's a steady stream of customers at Housing Works Cannabis in Greenwich Village, which was the state's first dispensary when it opened more than six months ago. CBS New York's Nick Caloway reports.
Gale Brewer discusses her concerns with illegal cannabis shops in the city and children vaping on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Smacked Village in the West Village will be the first dispensary to open with a permanent buildout.
Pop-up pot sales will be coming to fairs, festivals and other venues in New York state. The new rules are a bid to help farmers stuck with a surplus of unsold marijuana. CBS New York's Tony Aiello reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3K3NH2u
The board also discussed an effort aimed at expanding retail access at special events in places like wineries or farms.
Officials also green-lighted another 200 license applications. Dozens more retail stores could open by the end of the year.
It was unclear as of Saturday what had caused the plane that was carrying six people to crash near Copake, N.Y.
Alonso Martínez scored early in the second half for New York City FC and Matt Freese made it stand up for a 1-0 victory over Philadelphia at Citi Field.
Exclusive details about the NYC architect accused of being the Long Island serial killer, his life and how he may have been hiding in plain sight for more than a decade.
An investigation is underway after a mother and daughter were shot and killed in Trenton, New Jersey, Saturday morning.
The six victims of Thursday's deadly Hudson River helicopter crash were honored Saturday at an emotional wreath-laying ceremony at Pier 40 in Lower Manhattan.
The six victims of Thursday's deadly Hudson River helicopter crash were honored Saturday at an emotional wreath-laying ceremony at Pier 40 in Lower Manhattan.
Lawyers for Sean "Diddy" Combs want a judge to let prospective jurors at his upcoming sex trafficking trial be questioned about sex, drugs and violence.
New York state troopers fatally shot a woman in Orange County early Saturday morning, state police say.
Dive teams returned to the Hudson River on Saturday to try to recover the final pieces of wreckage from Thursday's fatal helicopter crash.
A mini nor'easter centered off the Jersey Shore is bringing a mix of snow and rain to the Tri-State Area this weekend, making it feel more like winter than mid-April.
A mini nor'easter centered off the Jersey Shore is bringing a mix of snow and rain to the Tri-State Area this weekend, making it feel more like winter than mid-April.
NYC and the suburbs are dealing with rainy weather to wrap up the week, and the Catskills may even see more snow.
April has felt more like winter as we face cold, rainy weather around New York, and now we even have snow in the forecast.
April weather is off to a wet and windy start, and there's a freeze warning tonight for NYC and parts of Long Island.
The MTA and the Trump administration have reached an agreement that could keep New York City congestion pricing in place into the fall.
An investigation is underway after a mother and daughter were shot and killed in Trenton, New Jersey, Saturday morning.
Runners are lacing up for the 2025 Jersey City Marathon and Half Marathon on Sunday, which means there are road closures in the city.
A mini nor'easter centered off the Jersey Shore is bringing a mix of snow and rain to the Tri-State Area this weekend, making it feel more like winter than mid-April.
Travelers who stopped at a New Jersey Turnpike service area in Middlesex County earlier this month may have been exposed to measles, state health officials say.
Tom Brady is opening a shop just a spiral's throw away from MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
A mini nor'easter centered off the Jersey Shore is bringing a mix of snow and rain to the Tri-State Area this weekend, making it feel more like winter than mid-April.
Some of the cats rescued after last week's Happy Cat Sanctuary fire on Long Island are now up for adoption.
President Trump's decision to put some tariffs on pause may have sent the stock markets soaring, but area lawmakers say it's only a temporary reprieve.
The Three Village Central School District is showing how it is fighting back against the spread of antisemitism.
Long Island high school senior Gianna Mauri is dominating the sport of race walking.
The Trump administration is slashing hundreds of millions of dollars in FEMA funding that was supposed to help flood mitigation in Queens.
In a new motion, attorneys for Luigi Mangione said the U.S. government "intends to kill Mr. Mangione as a political stunt."
The top federal prosecutor in New Jersey says she launched an investigation into Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy and state Attorney General Matt Platkin over the state's directive to local law enforcement not to cooperate with federal agents conducting immigration enforcement.
Mahmoud Khalil, who led protests at Columbia University against Israel, appeared in immigration court in Louisiana Friday.
A federal immigration official acknowledged last week that the removal of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man, to El Salvador was an "administrative error."
Travelers who stopped at a New Jersey Turnpike service area in Middlesex County earlier this month may have been exposed to measles, state health officials say.
Over 80% of New York City public schools built with the known carcinogen asbestos did not undergo mandatory inspections in 2023-2024, according to a new audit released by the city comptroller's office.
Kennedy's comment comes as the Environmental Protection Agency says it has now launched a new review of fluoride's health effects.
A spokesperson for UMC Health System in Lubbock, Texas, said that the child was "receiving treatment for complications of measles while hospitalized" and was not vaccinated.
More than 1 million New Yorkers depend on public water systems for drinking water, and some are being exposed to manmade "forever chemicals" called PFAS, environmentalists say.
Lawyers for Sean "Diddy" Combs want a judge to let prospective jurors at his upcoming sex trafficking trial be questioned about sex, drugs and violence.
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
When F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote "The Great Gatsby" at the height of the roaring '20s, he couldn't possibly realize that the book would emerge as one of the very top contenders for "the great American novel."
The mayor of one New Jersey town says the charitable efforts of rock star Jon Bon Jovi and his wife are creating problems, but others in the area say they're not to blame.
"Take The Lead," a new musical about a champion ballroom dancer who became an educator in New York City, is now playing in New Jersey.
Alonso Martínez scored early in the second half for New York City FC and Matt Freese made it stand up for a 1-0 victory over Philadelphia at Citi Field.
J.T. Ginn allowed one run in five-plus strong innings and the Athletics beat the New York Mets 3-1 on Saturday for their second home win since relocating to West Sacramento.
Pedro Gallese notched the 50th clean sheet of his career when he saved the only shot he faced for Orlando City in a scoreless draw with the Red Bulls.
The Yankees beat the San Francisco Giants 8-4 on Saturday.
The Hurricanes eliminated New York from playoff contention, beating the Rangers 7-3 on Saturday.
Students in Queens witnessed the future of firefighting Thursday when the FDNY Robotics Unit rolled in with a high-tech demonstration.
Jewish communities around the world are preparing for the holiday of Passover. Here's how local organizations are working to bring holiday spirit to NYC worshippers.
A visually impaired man in the Bronx is riding out of his comfort zone as he trains to participate in the TD Five Boro Bike Tour.
Queens neighbors couldn't figure out why their street was so neglected. CBS News New York went searching for answers and found out in the eyes of the city, the street doesn't exist.
A Gold Star widow in Brooklyn has made it her life's mission to turn her husband's legacy into a lifeline for others walking the same road of grief.
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 six-story structure known as Lucy the Elephant on the Jersey Shore faces federal funding cuts.
The third annual Jersey City Marathon is set for Sunday.
An Idaho family has made the painful decision to take a nonverbal teenager with autism off life support after he was shot by police officers. Andres Gutierrez reports on why the family is demanding more accountability.
Hundreds of people demonstrated in Times Square and Columbus Circle on Saturday to demand the release of Columbia University graduate Mahmoud Khalil.
President Trump is backing down on punishing tariffs in the ongoing trade war with China. He announced exemptions on some smartphones and other electronics. The news is a relief for both companies and consumers worried about how tariffs could impact prices. Willie James Inman reports.
