NYC Blackout: Subway Passengers Plunged Into Darkness During Manhattan Power Outage
Passengers were forced to find other ways to get off some of the trains and out of the stations.
Passengers were forced to find other ways to get off some of the trains and out of the stations.
Incidents involving the homeless have more than tripled in the last decade, many causing serious delays on the subway.
People in Long Island City, Queens have been dealing with an itchy problem.
There is stunning new evidence of Metropolitan Transportation Authority employees behaving badly.
Starting in September, four rush-hour trains per day will run express to speed up trips for thousands of riders.
Authorities say 22-year-old Randolph Bowling was caught jumping over a turnstile early Friday morning in Parkchester.
The MTA may say the L train repairs are ahead of schedule, but you couldn't tell looking at Thursday's rush hour commute.
While cops can't be everywhere, the cameras can be, helping them to find the bad guys and arrest them.
The MTA Transit and Bus committee passed a resolution Monday to ban those who continuously commit crimes on the subway system. Now, they're calling on state lawmakers to take action.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo supports the measure, calling it a "common sense issue."
The NYPD says Mike Ortiz, a 45-year-old homeless man has been charged with 2nd degree assault for punching the MTA worker inside a Harlem subway station.
Fare evasion isn't just a nuisance, the MTA is losing hundreds of millions of dollars. Now, the governor is stepping in to help curb the growing problem.
The latest assault raises concerns for the transit workers union, which has been calling for more protection.
Police said the suspect was taken to the hospital for evaluation and charged with criminal mischief.
On Sunday, the governor called the agency's time-keeping system a failure.
An MTA time clock has turned up damaged just days after claims of sabotage surfaced about an LIRR clock meant to track overtime hours.
A bizarre scene was caught on camera in the East Village.
The MTA is looking into possible sabotage. It appears someone cut the wires on a Long Island Rail Road clock meant to track overtime at a station in Jamaica, Queens.
The LIRR has been under fire after the report found its members took in $162 million in overtime last year.
Several groups are suing the MTA, claiming it systematically excludes people with disabilities by not providing access to stations.
The MTA says it has now increased speed limits at 90 locations since December.
If only the MTA could do something about the debris that keeps falling from the platforms, damaging cars. Following another incident, there might be a solution.
The upgrade will provide riders with more information about service changes and delays.
Metal came crashing to the ground in Queens, falling from the 7 line subway tracks. No one was hurt, but one woman was quick to call out the beleaguered agency over the continuing danger.
Move over, MetroCard. The MTA has a new way to pay. Starting today, riders can tap a cellphone or contactless credit card to enter certain subway trains and buses.
NYC high school admissions start this week, and there are some changes families need to know as they navigate the application process.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams is back in court for a status conference, following last week's indictment on federal charges.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to retaliate for Iran's missile attack, saying Tehran will "pay for it."
The 2024 vice presidential nominees, Republican JD Vance and Democrat Tim Walz, sparred over a wide range of issues in the VP debate, hosted by CBS News.
Read the full transcript of the vice presidential debate hosted by CBS News between Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz.
NYC high school admissions start this week, and there are some changes families need to know as they navigate the application process.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams is back in court for a status conference, following last week's indictment on federal charges.
Residents in Glen Oaks, Queens say squirrels are wreaking havoc on their cars.
Sumner Redstone, the former executive chairman of CBS, was honored with a street renaming in Midtown on Tuesday.
Mayor Eric Adams' legal team filed suit Tuesday seeking sanctions on federal prosecutors for leaking details of their investigation to the media.
A port strike has thousands of dockworkers on the picket lines along the East and Gulf coasts, including New York and New Jersey.
Drizzle and a spot shower are possible through Monday morning.
Lawsuits seeking to force congestion pricing to start will move forward, a New York Supreme Court judge ruled in a potential blow to the governor's "indefinite" pause.
New York and New Jersey could see the first significant rainfall in weeks over the next couple days. See the maps.
The U.S. News and World Report college rankings list New York, New Jersey and Connecticut's Ivy League schools among the best for 2025.
A port strike has thousands of dockworkers on the picket lines along the East and Gulf coasts, including New York and New Jersey.
Drizzle and a spot shower are possible through Monday morning.
Lawsuits seeking to force congestion pricing to start will move forward, a New York Supreme Court judge ruled in a potential blow to the governor's "indefinite" pause.
New Jersey police found over 100 illegal weapons and ammo stashed inside a home in Totowa after a man shared a picture of himself pointing a gun on social media.
Couples desperate to find a new place to get married after a wedding venue in New Jersey abruptly closed are getting some help.
Nassau County public and private schools have been dealing with dozens of false threats this year.
A 70-year-old box turtle with an unusual beak now has a forever home at a Long Island animal rescue.
Earlier this year, Gianna and Kimberly Gotti were involved in an altercation at Locust Valley High School. Tuesday, the assault charges they faced were dismissed.
Drizzle and a spot shower are possible through Monday morning.
The organs of one of the teens who died after a weekend crash in West Babylon have saved three lives, an organ donation organization announced Friday.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams is back in court for a status conference, following last week's indictment on federal charges.
The 2024 vice presidential nominees, Republican JD Vance and Democrat Tim Walz, sparred over a wide range of issues in the VP debate, hosted by CBS News.
Read the full transcript of the vice presidential debate hosted by CBS News between Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz.
CBS News poll finds Walz and Vance improved their standing in what debate watchers said was a positive debate.
CBS News fact checked the biggest claims made by Tim Walz and JD Vance during the vice presidential debate.
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
New York state announced Monday that someone in Ulster County has died from eastern equine encephalitis, or EEE.
Parents of kids injured at birth due to medical malpractice say New York is denying their claims under the state's Medical Indemnity Fund, which promises lifelong health care.
New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan is resigning and will step down in January.
The New York resident who tested positive for the mosquito-borne EEE virus has died, prompting state health officials to declare an "imminent threat to the public for EEE."
John Amos was best known for his roles in "Roots" and the 1970s sitcom "Good Times."
Broadway is mourning the death of actor Gavin Creel, a star who shined on stage for more than 20 years.
There are five new stadium dates for next summer in Toronto, Chicago, New Jersey, Los Angeles and Mexico City.
Kris Kristofferson, a songwriter who became a country star and A-list actor, died at his home on Maui surrounded by family on Saturday, a spokesperson said in an statement.
Thousands gathered at Central Park's Great Lawn on Saturday for the annual Global Citizen Festival.
The indefatigable Mets continued their thrilling week by beating the Brewers in an NL Wild Card Series opener.
Pete Rose, Major League Baseball's all-time hit leader who was later banned for betting on games, has died.
Mets rally, give it all away, and then ride Francisco Lindor homer in the 9th to an 8-7 win over Braves and a playoff spot.
Dikembe Mutombo, who was an eight-time NBA All-Star, was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2022.
The New York Yankees ended the regular season with a victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday.
Residents in Glen Oaks, Queens say squirrels are wreaking havoc on their cars.
A partnership between one of the commissioners of the Department of City Planning and the Brooklyn Public Library looks to educate people about issues around housing.
The B&B Carousell on the famous Coney Island Boardwalk is the oldest of the antique amusement park rides in Brooklyn.
Despite being billed as a popular initiative aimed to create vibrant public spaces, some NYC business owners are pushing back against Open Streets.
Curators of Harlem Sculpture Gardens are revealing their research into climate change on Uptown parks.
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."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
Vice presidential candidates JD Vance and Tim Walz faced off in their first and only debate Tuesday night on CBS. CBS News New York's Derick Waller has a recap.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is due in court for a status conference Wednesday, following last week's indictment on federal charges. CBS News New York's Christina Fan has the latest.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku and John Elliott have the latest weather forecast.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for October 1 at 11 p.m.
There was a show of support for New York City Mayor Eric Adams on Tuesday evening. Dozens of members of the clergy, NYPD Guardians and community advocates held a prayer vigil on the steps of City Hall.