No charges in NYC subway shooting; DA cites self-defense
A man was shot with his own gun after an argument on the subway during the evening rush in Downtown Brooklyn.
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A man was shot with his own gun after an argument on the subway during the evening rush in Downtown Brooklyn.
The Brooklyn DA announced on Friday that the man who did the shooting will not be charged because he was defending himself. CBS New York's Lori Bordonaro reports.
Police say the woman stabbed a 36-year-old man who pulled out a gun and was shot. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has the latest.
A man was shot multiple times on Thursday afternoon on the northbound A/C line at the Hoyt-Schermerhorn station. CBS New York's Lori Bordonaro reports.
It happened at around 4:46 p.m. on the northbound platform of the A/C line at the Hoyt-Schermerhorn station. CBS New York's Lori Bordonaro reports.
Transport Workers Union Local 100 officials say the governor's plan falls short of providing a long-term solution.
Safety is top of mind for many New Yorkers after Gov. Kathy Hochul deployed the National Guard to subway stations throughout the city. CBS News law enforcement contributor and former NYPD deputy commissioner Richard Esposito joins us to discuss.
The union that represents MTA workers says Gov. Hochul's plan to combat subway crime is not enough. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
She plans to sue over pictures taken of her late husband at the scene in Brooklyn. She alleges some MTA workers took those photos and shared them. CBS New York's Alice Gainer reports.
The former governor told CBS New York he's not comfortable with where New York is right now to ask people to pay the fee.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is facing criticism from the state's transit workers union over her deployment of the National Guard to help combat subway crime. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner has the latest from the newsroom.
John Samuelsen, head of the National Transport Workers Union, is turning his back on the MTA's congestion pricing program.
The MTA's controversial congestion pricing plan now has a new and important foe -- the head of the MTA's largest union, who says that broken promises about service enhancements will hurt the working class. CBS New York political reporter Marcia Kramer has the story.
Data analyzed by CBS New York Investigates shows many of the most-traveled stations are also where the most felony assaults happen.
Data analyzed by CBS New York Investigates shows many of the most-traveled stations are also where the most felony assaults happen. Tim McNicholas reports.
Another subway rider was attacked overnight, this time after police say he tried to stand up for an elderly woman in the Bronx.
New York City subway riders saw the National Guard and other agencies out in force Thursday morning, as random bag checks return. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has reaction from commuters.
Hochul announced that a combined 1,000 personnel would be deployed to help the NYPD conduct bag checks.
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a five-point plan Wednesday to keep subway riders safe after recent attacks. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook explains.
Mayor Eric Adams admits the city knows "people feel unsafe" due to recent rash of violence underground.
The governor announced a new subway safety plan Wednesday, following several violent incidents underground in the past week and rising subway crime numbers so far this year. CBS New York's Doug Williams has the details.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announces a new subway safety plan, following several violent incidents underground in the past week and rising subway crime numbers so far this year.
Mayor Eric Adams spoke with CBS News New York about the city's response Wednesday morning, ahead of the governor's subway safety announcement.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is expected to announce a new subway safety plan Wednesday, following several violent incidents underground in the past week and rising subway crime numbers this year. CBS New York's Doug Williams reports.
Attacks underground have MTA officials desperately looking for solutions.
Daniss Jenkins scored 18 points in his last game as a two-way player and the Detroit Pistons routed New York 118-80 on Friday night to end the Knicks' winning streak at eight games.
After their building managers were arrested on fraud charges, tenants in Queens say their apartments were left in chaos.
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, telling reporters he didn't see the part that showed the former president and first lady.
Police say Amira Aminova, 11, died Thursday after she was struck by a school bus while crossing the street in Bath Beach, Brooklyn.
Mount Sinai and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield failed to reach a contract agreement by Dec. 31, which means about 9,000 Mount Sinai physicians are no longer considered in-network.
After their building managers were arrested on fraud charges, tenants in Queens say their apartments were left in chaos.
Police say Amira Aminova, 11, died Thursday after she was struck by a school bus while crossing the street in Bath Beach, Brooklyn.
Mount Sinai and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield failed to reach a contract agreement by Dec. 31, which means about 9,000 Mount Sinai physicians are no longer considered in-network.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are preparing for what is expected to be the coldest weather of the season so far this weekend.
Harlem's Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture centennial anniversary began last year, and 2026 marks 100 years since the library became owner of its namesake's personal collection, making it a full-fledged research center.
Parts of New York and Connecticut could see snow Friday into Saturday. A First Alert Weather Day is in effect for the weekend due to dangerously cold temperatures.
Bundle up — New York City and the Tri-State Area's stretch of dangerously cold weather continues, and it's sticking around longer than anyone would like.
New York, New Jersey and Connecticut were pivotal during America's birth. This year, as the nation celebrates its 250th birthday, CBS News New York is highlighting the hidden history in our own back yard.
Forecasters are watching for a chance of snow this weekend in New York and New Jersey as harsh winter weather conditions continue.
The First Alert Weather Team is tracking a storm that could bring snow to the New York and New Jersey area. Frigid temperatures will last throughout the week.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are preparing for what is expected to be the coldest weather of the season so far this weekend.
The Democratic primary race for the Congressional seat vacated by Gov. Mikie Sherrill is too close to call.
Gateway Tunnel construction may resume after a federal judge temporarily blocked President Trump's funding freeze for New York and New Jersey's $16 billion infrastructure project.
The entire Tri-State Area will be under an Extreme Cold Warning as dangerously cold temperatures settle in, along with some snow.
After a portion of the Keansburg Fishing Pier crashed into the Raritan Bay, there's now concern at other marinas and piers that are being hit by ice chunks.
A Long Island man accused of driving drunk and killing a Nassau County police officer appeared in court Friday. Matthew Smith entered a not guilty plea.
The entire Tri-State Area will be under an Extreme Cold Warning as dangerously cold temperatures settle in, along with some snow.
The goal is to get patients drunk and high at a new research lab on the border of Nassau County and Queens.
The Patchogue-Medford School District said in a letter that the Suffolk County Department of Health alerted them about an infectious person in the school community.
Parts of New York and Connecticut could see snow Friday into Saturday. A First Alert Weather Day is in effect for the weekend due to dangerously cold temperatures.
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, telling reporters he didn't see the part that showed the former president and first lady.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are preparing for what is expected to be the coldest weather of the season so far this weekend.
The Democratic primary race for the Congressional seat vacated by Gov. Mikie Sherrill is too close to call.
Gateway Tunnel construction may resume after a federal judge temporarily blocked President Trump's funding freeze for New York and New Jersey's $16 billion infrastructure project.
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Mount Sinai and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield failed to reach a contract agreement by Dec. 31, which means about 9,000 Mount Sinai physicians are no longer considered in-network.
Brooklyn's Green-Wood Cemetery is set to become the first on the East Coast to offer human composting.
The goal is to get patients drunk and high at a new research lab on the border of Nassau County and Queens.
The Patchogue-Medford School District said in a letter that the Suffolk County Department of Health alerted them about an infectious person in the school community.
Day 25 of the New York City nurses strike saw protests, arrests and some progress in the negotiations.
Two-for-one tickets are returning for New York City's Off-Broadway Week.
The sheriff says the note was sent to a local Arizona news station, which agreed not to report on it, following the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Popular singer-songwriter Noah Kahan will be bringing his tour to New York City this summer. "The Great Divide" tour will stop at Citi Field on July 18.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
Daniss Jenkins scored 18 points in his last game as a two-way player and the Detroit Pistons routed New York 118-80 on Friday night to end the Knicks' winning streak at eight games.
The New York Knicks are acquiring guard Jose Alvarado from the New Orleans Pelicans, according to a person with knowledge of the trade deal.
The New York Islanders went into the Olympic break with a 3-1 win over the New Jersey Devils on Thursday night.
Jalen Suggs had his first career triple-double, leading the Orlando Magic to a 118-98 victory over the Brooklyn Nets.
The Hurricanes topped the Rangers 2-0 on Thursday night to extend their points streak to 10 games.
After their building managers were arrested on fraud charges, tenants in Queens say their apartments were left in chaos.
Harlem's Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture centennial anniversary began last year, and 2026 marks 100 years since the library became owner of its namesake's personal collection, making it a full-fledged research center.
Brooklyn's Green-Wood Cemetery is set to become the first on the East Coast to offer human composting.
Dozens of middle school girls celebrated National Girls and Women in Sports Day at the Brooklyn Basketball Training Center on Wednesday.
A group of senior dancers aged 70 and up shine on stage at the Korean Community Services' center in Queens. They practice in Flushing twice a week and perform at events citywide.
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.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for February 6 at 11 p.m.
Dozens of students and their families face removal from a Queens shelter, which is being converted to a single-adult facility.
Friday evening, President Trump said he would not apologize to the Obamas after posting a video on Truth Social that depicted former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama as apes.
A judge has issued a temporary restraining order banning the Trump administration from freezing federal funds for the Gateway Tunnel Project.
Police say an AirTag helped them locate and rescue a missing man who was exposed to freezing temperatures for hours on the Hoboken-Jersey City border.
