A Celebration of Life: Remembering Elise Finch
Family and friends remembered our beloved colleague Elise Finch in a celebration of life Tuesday in her hometown of Mount Vernon.
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Family and friends remembered our beloved colleague Elise Finch in a celebration of life Tuesday in her hometown of Mount Vernon.
Family, loved ones, coworkers and fans gathered to not only say goodbye but reflect on beautiful memories many now hold close to their hearts. CBS New York's Zinnia Maldonado has more from Mount Vernon. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3OtRWqK
Mayor Eric Adams was among the many to offer condolences following the death of the 51-year-old CBS New York meteorologist. Kristine Johnson, Dick Brennan and Lonnie Quinn have her story.
Elise loved her community, and it loved her right back. CBS New York's Tony Aiello reports.
Primary Day 2023 was one for the history books in Westchester County. Democratic voters in New York's third, seventh and eighth largest cities all made history with their choices. CBS New York's Tony Aiello tells us how. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/44hPzMK
The final pool to open after renovations is at Willson's Woods Park in Mount Vernon.
Teenager Maniece Simpson had serious injuries to her arm and back, and her best friend Kayla Green was killed.
For the first time in five years, all the pools and beaches run by Westchester County will be open for the summer season.
A Mount Vernon family is suing the city and school district after their daughter survived a vicious stabbing.
The Westchester County city was her home for more than a decade. Now, Nuber Avenue, where she lived, bears her name. CBS2's Tony Aiello takes us to Simone's old neighborhood.
Nuber Avenue, where her home once stood, has been renamed in the iconic musician's honor.
The street where her home once stood is being renamed in her honor.
LaFayette was an election commissioner, Democratic Party chair and county power broker for more than 30 years.
A man who mentored countless elected officials in Westchester received a special honor Friday. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3qUV45u
The building was closed in January after being cited for state violations.
Mount Vernon is getting a huge boost from the state to help reopen its animal shelter.
With almost 90 departures and retirements since 2020, the Mount Vernon PBA said patrol cops have less than two years experience on average.
Cops say better pay is a key facet, and they hope the mayor comes to the bargaining table offering a substantial raise, CBS2's Tony Aiello reports.
The project is part of the state's historic $150 million investment in the city.
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Thursday that construction has begun on the critical Third Street Sewer Project in Mount Vernon.
It involves an undercover narcotics operation back in 2017.
The water is lead-free, but the pipes at home may not be, Mount Vernon Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard says.
There's a new plan to track down potentially dangerous lead pipes in Mount Vernon. As CBS2's Doug Williams explains, residents are being asked to help identify trouble spots.
No injuries were reported, but the Red Cross is assisting nine families who have been displaced.
The building was evacuated overnight, but no injuries have been reported.
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.
Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge was a unanimous pick to win his second American League Most Valuable Player Award in three seasons on Thursday.
A Woodbridge, New Jersey homeowner was arrested Thursday after investigators say he started a fire that damaged six homes, including his own.
The defense in the trial of Daniel Penny called an expert witness – a forensic pathologist – to the stand Thursday.
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.
Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge was a unanimous pick to win his second American League Most Valuable Player Award in three seasons on Thursday.
The defense in the trial of Daniel Penny called an expert witness – a forensic pathologist – to the stand Thursday.
A plan to regionalize some public school services in New York state has set off alarm bells among many parents and educators on Long Island.
Jodi Rell, who became Connecticut's second female governor when John Rowland resigned in a corruption scandal, has died at 78.
The weather is shifting and bringing much-needed rain to the Tri-State Area. There may even be snow in parts of New York.
It looks like the Tri-State Area will get a substantial soaking of rain later this week, something it definitely needs due to the risk of wildfires.
The risk of wildfire development will remain elevated across the Tri-State Area through the next several days.
A Red Flag Warning is in effect today across the entire Tri-State Area until 6 p.m.
A Woodbridge, New Jersey homeowner was arrested Thursday after investigators say he started a fire that damaged six homes, including his own.
The Justice Department says it found a pattern of misconduct and civil rights violations by the Trenton Police Department.
Burn bans in New Jersey have been lifted after significant rainfall in the state.
A crane accident in Montville, New Jersey turned a routine tree trimming job into a chaotic mess when the machine fell onto a house.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy updated commuters Wednesday on what's being done to correct issues on the rails.
A plan to regionalize some public school services in New York state has set off alarm bells among many parents and educators on Long Island.
The iconic Stella Ristorante in Floral Park, Long Island will close on Dec. 31 after 64 years in business.
The weather is shifting and bringing much-needed rain to the Tri-State Area. There may even be snow in parts of New York.
Dozens of Suffolk County homeowners are shocked after they say FEMA denied their requests for aid after storms caused devastating damage in August.
Leaders in Nassau and Suffolk counties rolled out a strategy Monday to try and stop congestion pricing.
A plan to regionalize some public school services in New York state has set off alarm bells among many parents and educators on Long Island.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
Jodi Rell, who became Connecticut's second female governor when John Rowland resigned in a corruption scandal, has died at 78.
New York City special education students are not getting the services they were promised, according to the United Federation of Teachers.
Jessica Tisch, the head of the Department of Sanitation, was appointed New York City's new police commissioner on Wednesday.
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.
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday announced a $150 million investment in a new state-of-the-art cell and gene therapy hub to be built on Long Island.
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 leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes for a music video has been stripped of his duties.
Sean "Diddy" Combs has tried to reach out to prospective witnesses and sway public opinion from jail in NYC to influence potential jurors in his sex trafficking trial, prosecutors say.
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.
Six Flags announced it shut down the Kingda Ka and Green Lantern roller coasters to make way for two new rides including The Flash coaster.
Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge was a unanimous pick to win his second American League Most Valuable Player Award in three seasons on Thursday.
The new soccer stadium across from Citi Field will be called Etihad Park, NYCFC and the United Arab Emirates airline announced.
Jalen Brunson scored 36 points, Karl-Anthony Towns added 34 and the Knicks beat the Suns 138-122 for their fourth straight win.
Mika Zibanejad scored and added an assist as the New York Rangers edged the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday night.
Speedy center fielder Jose Siri has been acquired by the New York Mets from the Tampa Bay Rays for reliever Eric Orze.
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.
The Hispanic Society's new exhibit traces how different cultures influenced the women of Spain as they found their own voices throughout history.
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."
An arrest has been made after a woman was found dead in her Paramus home Monday afternoon.
Legendary composer John Kander was honored at his Broadway musical "Cabaret" on Wednesday night.
A traffic agent was attacked over a ticket in Brooklyn on Wednesday, and now police are looking for the suspect.
The suspect accused of slashing a tourist on the Upper West Side on Wednesday is now in custody, and police say his mother turned him in.
Police believe Thursday's rain played a role in a deadly crash on the Kosciuszko Bridge. Seven others, including a 9-year-old girl, were injured.
