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Suspect in Paterson imam stabbing back in court
Serif Zorba is accused of stabbing the imam during morning prayers inside a mosque.
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Serif Zorba is accused of stabbing the imam during morning prayers inside a mosque.
This week is National Crime Victims' Rights Week, and Newark is highlighting its new approach to reducing violence. Instead of more policing, social workers and victims advocates are stepping in. CBS2's Christina Fan shares some of the program's early success.
TSA says an officer spotted the sword at a security checkpoint.
Deptford Little League says it is struggling to find umpires because of verbally abusive spectators. They are instituting a unique rule to stop the heckling.
Prosecutors say police responded to a report of a dispute on Woodland Avenue on Monday afternoon.
Bed Bath & Beyond is the latest retailer to declare bankruptcy. CBS2's Christine Sloan reports.
Charles Mortimer, best known as "Chef Cardie," is making sure no one goes hungry in his Verona community and beyond.
It happened late Sunday night on Sip Avenue near West Side Avenue.
It happened inside a smoke shop on Danforth Avenue overnight, CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
Revilla Grooves and Gear is committed to keeping things out of landfills and has a listening room for testing used audio gear, CBS2's John Elliott reports.
Darren Revilla has been in business for more than two decades.
This is America's first circular retailer, which means they're focused on sustainability of products and materials, CBS2's John Elliott reports.
Local restaurants are feeding volunteers who are cleaning up parks around town for Earth Day.
These kids in Wayne, NJ invited CBS2 and John Elliott along for Earth Day fun.
A well-known Japanese trend is taking root in the United States. The popular fusion blends Japanese and Italian flavors for a unique and tasty experience. Nancy Chen has more from Pasta Ramen in New Jersey.
Friday marks one year since recreational marijuana hit the market in New Jersey, and it's a growing industry in the Garden State, but as CBS2's Nick Caloway reports, smaller businesses that were meant to be first in line are still struggling to start.
A New Jersey chef who gives back to his community in a big way is the first to be featured in our new series of Community Heroes.
The Union County prosecutor's office is investigating a double homicide in the town of Roselle. Family members say a mother and daughter were found dead in their home. CBS2's Christine Sloan reports.
Mandatory climate change curriculum in New Jersey is the first in the U.S. The climate initiative is spearheaded by the state's first lady, Tammy Murphy. She spoke with CBS2's Alecia Reid.
CBS2's Chris Wragge and Steve Overmyer analyze the five local NBA and NHL teams in the first round of the playoffs, the first time all five have qualified for the postseason in nearly 30 years.
Chopper 2 was over the scene Thursday morning in Newark.
People are in shock as they neighborhood becomes a crime scene in Roselle. CBS2's Christine Sloan has the latest.
Firefighters in New Jersey battled a blaze that burned through multiple homes in Linden on Wednesday. CBS2's Christine Sloan reports.
A fire in Linden, New Jersey, appeared to spread to at least two homes Wednesday afternoon.
Crews have contained the three major wildfires that erupted across New Jersey last week, but firefighters warn residents the danger is not over yet. CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
If you're looking for the nearest public bathroom in NYC, the park may not be your best option, this report says.
There are tons of tech deals waiting for you at Best Buy in September 2024. Save on Apple iPads, Samsung TVs and more.
These portable chargers can keep your phone, laptop and other devices ready to go, no matter where you roam.
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation said it recovered a massive Burmese python from a Central New York home.
It's the first day of school for NYC public schools and nearly a million students in the nation's largest district.
If you're looking for the nearest public bathroom in NYC, the park may not be your best option, this report says.
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation said it recovered a massive Burmese python from a Central New York home.
It's the first day of school for NYC public schools and nearly a million students in the nation's largest district.
A deadly shooting at a New York City subway station is under investigation in Ocean Hill, Brooklyn.
NYC DOE public schools are back in session. Here's the 2024-2025 calendar, plus info about bus service and the lunch menu.
While there are a some rain chances over the next three days, the long Labor Day weekend will feature plenty of dry time as well.
New York and New Jersey woke up to rainy weather Friday, as many set out for Labor Day weekend.
Thursday should stay pretty cloudy with perhaps a stray shower or two and highs in the mid 70s in New York City!
A heat advisory will be in effect today for NYC and parts of New Jersey, with feels-like temperatures expected to hit 100 degrees.
Intense heat and severe thunderstorms are in the forecast Wednesday for New York and New Jersey.
Police are investigating after vandals set a Paterson, N.J. soccer field on fire over the Labor Day holiday weekend.
An 18-month-old girl died after being attacked by a dog at a home in Newark, the Essex County Prosecutor's Office said.
The Freehold Township School District says mold was found at Laura Donovan Elementary School, forcing students to relocate.
It's the first day of school in Newark, New Jersey, where students will have longer hours for 2024.
Some NJ Transit customers affected by recent service disruptions want refunds, but the agency says they won't provide them.
A singer from Long Island is on a mission to perform the national anthem at all 30 Major League Baseball stadiums.
Long Island mother Kerri Bedrick is facing upgraded charges in the wrong-way crash that killed her son, Eli Henrys, on the Southern State Parkway in Bay Shore.
Police are investigating a shocking discovery in Huntington, Long Island. Suffolk County Police say they found a body stuffed in a suitcase there Tuesday.
Linda Sun, a former aide to New York Governors Kathy Hochul and Andrew Cuomo, was arrested by the FBI on Tuesday morning.
LIRR schedule changes start today for riders across Long Island and heading into New York City.
China's consul general in New York has left the U.S. following a scandal that involved a former aide to two governors.
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed an executive order expanding access to the COVID-19 vaccine Wednesday.
Under intense pressure to meet state guidelines for class size, New York City is set to open 24 new schools on Thursday.
U.S. District Judge Alvin Hellerstein's ruling upends the Republican presidential nominee's plan to move the case to federal court.
Federal prosecutors filed criminal charges against Hamas leaders for the deaths of American citizens in Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, according to charging documents unsealed Tuesday.
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed an executive order expanding access to the COVID-19 vaccine Wednesday.
Trucks will be back on New York City streets again Tuesday and Thursday to conduct additional spraying for mosquitoes.
Two people in New Jersey have died from West Nile virus this year, state health officials said Friday.
Deadly listeria outbreak linked to recalled Boar's Head deli meat is the largest in the U.S. in more than a decade.
A listeria outbreak linked to deli meats has led to one death in New York, the CDC said Wednesday.
The teen idol who helped ignite the 1960s surfing craze as a handsome beach boy in the "Gidget" movies, James Darren has died at 88.
Joey Chestnut ate a world record 83 hot dogs in 10 minutes on Monday, relishing another victory against rival Takeru Kobayashi.
Walt Disney Co. pulled ESPN, its Disney network and ABC stations from DirecTV's service, a move that came on a busy sports night.
Patti LuPone, the star of "Evita" and "Gypsy," is returning to Broadway alongside her longtime friend Mia Farrow in a new play, "The Roommate," which explores the strength, depth, humor and surprise found in women of a certain age.
Rapper and radio personality Fatman Scoop experienced a medical emergency on stage in Connecticut, local officials said.
The Texas Rangers beat the New York Yankees again 10-6 on Wednesday night.
The surging New York Mets matched a season high by winning their seventh straight game, 8-3 over the Boston Red Sox.
A singer from Long Island is on a mission to perform the national anthem at all 30 Major League Baseball stadiums.
A joyful, funny, yet fierce competitor — that's how Johnny Gaudreau was remembered Wednesday by members of the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Wyatt Langford hit a grand slam to give the Rangers a win over the Yankees and drop New York out of the AL East lead.
Queens residents are sounding the alarm about illegal trash dumping where Jackson Heights meets Woodside.
A New York City artist returned to her childhood favorite restaurant to restore a ceiling mural damaged in a flood.
As students head back to school next week, a Brooklyn-based nonprofit is working to make sure kids have at-home libraries.
Harlem's older neighbors came together Wednesday for National Senior Citizens Day.
Steelpan orchestras citywide are preparing for the Panorama competition at the Brooklyn Museum this weekend.
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.
It's the first day of school for NYC public schools and nearly a million students in the nation's largest district. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge has all the excitement.
CBS New York is proud to partner with the Humane Society of New York to help find pets like Tofu their forever homes. For more information on how to adopt, visit their website or call 212-752-4842. Applicants must be 21 or older, with a photo ID, current address and a lease showing pets are allowed.
John Elliott has the Tri-State Area's updated Thursday afternoon forecast on CBS News New York.
Police said two men got into a fight over a parking spot in the Bronx and each pulled out a gun. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
Kyla McMillan, director of The Armory Show joins CBS New York to discuss The Armory Show and the galleries and exhibits participants can expect to experience this weekend.