Heroic homecoming in Mount Vernon for Olympic champion and track star Rai Benjamin
CBS News New York's Tony Aiello has more on how the Westchester County city honored its native son.
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CBS News New York's Tony Aiello has more on how the Westchester County city honored its native son.
Thursday, New York Yankees hitting coach James Rowson received a proclamation from his hometown, City of Mount Vernon, for his outstanding achievements and contributions to the world of professional baseball.
Two of his friends were killed and a third was critically injured in the crash on the Cross County Parkway. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
The building, located on South Fourth Avenue, was used as a vehicle repair shop. CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu reports.
Yonkers police are investigating the gruesome discovery of a burned body in a shopping cart. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
Yonkers Police are investigating the discovery of a burned body in a shopping cart at the scene of a fire near the Mt. Vernon border.
We are remembering our beloved friend and colleague Elise Finch, who died a year ago Tuesday. Elise grew up in a Mount Vernon family that stressed the importance of community involvement. CBS New York's Tony Aiello has more on how a group Elise supported is honoring her memory.
CBS New York's Dick Brennan has more on the last-minute campaigning by Rep. Jamaal Bowman and Westchester County Executive George Latimer.
Jamaal Bowman, who is attempting to hold on to his seat, is facing a stiff challenge from Westchester County Executive George Latimer. CBS New York's Tony Aiello reports.
Rep. Jamaal Bowman and Westchester County Executive George Latimer are facing off in a fierce primary race for New York's 16th Congressional district.
The newly-formed Westchester Soccer Club will call Memorial Field its home when it starts play in the U.S. League 1 next year.
A suspect accused in a deadly botched robbery in Mount Vernon is now in custody after being on the run for more than six weeks. Ryan Rivera has been charged with murder and drug conspiracy.
The search continues for a man named Marco Tulio Fernandez-Rodriguez after two people were shot and killed during a botched robbery.
The search continues for a man named Marco Tulio Fernandez-Rodriguez after two people were shot and killed during a botched robbery.
The FBI released a new picture of man possibly known as Marcos who is wanted for questioning in a deadly Mount Vernon shooting.
The search is continuing for a man wanted for questioning after a double murder in Mount Vernon.
Law enforcement have already arrested several people in connection with the crime. CBS New York's Alice Gainer reports.
Authorities took several people into custody Tuesday night in the Bronx in connection with the deadly shooting, sources say. CBS New York's Derick Waller has the latest on the investigation.
The FBI released a photo of another man, possibly known as Marcos, who they say is also wanted for questioning.
Law enforcement sources tell CBS New York multiple people were taken into custody in the Bronx on Tuesday in connection to a deadly Westchester County shooting. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Mount Vernon is the latest city offering a guaranteed income to some residents.
Mount Vernon is the latest city offering a guaranteed income to some residents.
They told CBS New York they hope Ariel Henry stepping down will open the door for a coalition government.
They told CBS New York's Tony Aiello they hope Ariel Henry stepping down will open the door for a coalition government.
Mount Vernon schools, like many districts, are facing the problem of students showing up for class under the influence of cannabis.
The new soccer stadium across from Citi Field will be called Etihad Park, NYCFC and the United Arab Emirates airline announced.
Amid an unprecedented uptick in brush fires and a drought warning, it's raining in New York City for the first time in weeks.
The leaders are accused of crimes against humanity and war crimes over the war in Gaza and the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel.
Dnipro bears the brunt of Moscow's first retaliatory strike after Ukraine fires U.S.-made missiles into Russia, and Ukraine claims Moscow may have used an ICBM.
Jalen Brunson scored 36 points, Karl-Anthony Towns added 34 and the Knicks beat the Suns 138-122 for their fourth straight win.
Amid an unprecedented uptick in brush fires and a drought warning, it's raining in New York City for the first time in weeks.
A woman died Wednesday after being struck by an unmarked police vehicle in Brooklyn, police sources say.
A piece of conceptual art consisting of a banana duct-taped to a wall sold for $6.2 million at an auction in New York on Wednesday.
A Brooklyn woman who was wrongly marked as deceased by the government in 2022 says the problem has caused a years-long struggle.
The innocent bystander who was caught in the middle of a shootout between NYPD officers and a gunman Tuesday says she no longer feels safe in the city.
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.
Service is finally restored after a transformer explosion and fire along Amtrak tracks in the Bronx caused service suspensions throughout the region Tuesday and Wednesday.
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.
The weather is shifting and bringing much-needed rain to the Tri-State Area. There may even be snow in parts of New York.
New Jersey Rep. Josh Gottheimer is trying to throw a monkey wrench into Gov. Kathy Hochul's congestion pricing plan.
Joe Douglas is out as general manager of the New York Jets following the much-hyped team's 3-8 start.
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 cellphone company worker says he was attacked by a Long Island law enforcement officer while doing his job.
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.
New Jersey Rep. Josh Gottheimer is trying to throw a monkey wrench into Gov. Kathy Hochul's congestion pricing plan.
Linda McMahon is a co-chair of President-elect Donald Trump's transition team and was the Small Business Administrator in his first term.
President-elect Donald Trump's six-year New York criminal odyssey might need to continue for at least another four, prosecutors said Tuesday.
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.
With the release of part one of her new memoir, Cher talks about her relationship - on stage and off - with Sonny Bono, and why their TV partnership survived beyond their marriage.
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.
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.
The Calgary Flames rallied to a victory over the New York Islanders on Tuesday night.
The Brooklyn Nets beat the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday night.
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.
Brooklyn transit riders are worried about an ongoing proposal to cut bus stops as part of a redesign project.
A Long Island man's life savings were stolen from his bank account, and he says he's been waiting a year to get it back.
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."
Political analyst Sean Pittman explains what's in store for President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet nominees.
Amid an unprecedented uptick in brush fires and a drought warning, it's raining in New York City for the first time in weeks. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Gov. Phil Murphy met with NJ Transit and Amtrak officials after a problematic summer of delays and cancelations.
A New York City Council committee is voting on Mayor Eric Adams' proposal to change the city's housing regulations.
New York City's first rainfall in weeks comes after the mayor enacted drought restrictions amid an unprecedented uptick in brush fires. CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku and Elijah Westbrook report.
