99-Year-Old Retired NYPD Sergeant Receives Purple Heart Seven Decades After Being Wounded In World War II
The Army presented 99-year-old Ozzie Fletcher with the medal at Fort Hamilton on Friday.
The Army presented 99-year-old Ozzie Fletcher with the medal at Fort Hamilton on Friday.
Cellphone video shows a man trying to break into an ambulance in the middle of Pelham Parkway while first responders were trying to pull away.
Prosecutors say new video from the Justice Department shows a former NYPD officer at the U.S. Capitol riot on January 6.
The counterfeit credentials have been linked to shootings and hit-and-run accidents.
Nearly 100 neighbors who live near the park packed into a room inside a West Village church, voicing their concerns about ongoing problems at the popular spot.
It happened on Jan. 16 inside a recording studio on Van Duzer Street in the Grymes Hill section of the borough.
Last week, the city announced a multi-agency task force to address illegal fireworks leading up to the Fourth of July.
Each of the 10 new police dogs has been named in honor of an officer who was killed in the line of duty.
Police say the officer was leaving the station around noon Tuesday when he walked by the 42-year-old suspect, Benjamin Mazyck.
Sources previously told CBS2 it appeared the incident was an accident, possibly the result of cleaning solution not properly removed from the shake machine.
There was a brazen attack over the weekend inside a Bronx bodega. The NYPD said a teenager was stabbed as two men stole the shoes right off his feet.
The suspect allegedly boarded a northbound train, pulled a brick out of his bag and hit two passengers.
A tragic crash in Queens claimed the life of a father working for a for-hire car service early Sunday morning, and police say the other driver should have never been behind the wheel.
Police on Sunday released surveillance video of the incident at 31st Street and 38th Avenue in Astoria last month.
The victim, 47, was walking on the sidewalk when he was hit.
According to police, the suspect followed the boy into an apartment building and robbed him in the elevator.
It all happened on May 30.
The suspect aimed a gun at the 39-year-old deli worker and demanded cash, police said.
Police said three men on motorcycles approached the victim, 21, and made anti-Semitic statements before demanding his cash.
As New Yorkers begin casting votes Saturday in one of the most important mayoral elections in decades, the candidates skirmished Friday over crime and whether cops should carry guns.
Justin was shot in stomach outside a relative's home Saturday in Far Rockaway, just before his 11th birthday.
Investigators believe the suspects have struck at least four other times, often with a third man.
A vigil was held at Challenge Charter School, where the fifth grader was set to graduate.
Thirty-three-year-old Michael Soto has been charged with assault, manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide.
Police say they knew exactly who they were looking for in the shooting death of Wallace in Far Rockaway last weekend, but before they were able to track the suspect down, he surrendered.
Knicks to trade Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo and first-round pick to Timberwolves for Karl-Anthony Town, report says
Rhys Hoskins hit a grand slam off Sean Manaea in the first inning and the Mets went on to an 8-4 loss to the NL Central champion Brewers on Friday.
The New York City Council recently passed a bill that would make jaywalking legal.
Bryan Reynolds homered twice, lifting the Pirates over the Yankees 4-2 on Friday night.
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.
Knicks to trade Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo and first-round pick to Timberwolves for Karl-Anthony Town, report says
The New York City Council recently passed a bill that would make jaywalking legal.
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.
Some of the store owners who got raided during a recent illegal marijuana crackdown in the city say the NYPD shouldn't have seized their cash.
Federal authorities have seized the phones of another member of Mayor Eric Adams' inner circle. This time, it's Ingrid Lewis Martin, his chief advisor.
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.
NYC's dry spell continued over the weekend, despite the clouds and rain chances in the forecast. How much longer will it last?
After 10 consecutive days without rain, NYC and its suburbs are expecting showers in the weather forecast today.
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.
A popular New Jersey wedding venue recently closed, leaving couples scrambling to find a new place to get married.
New York and New Jersey could see the first significant rainfall in weeks over the next couple days. See the maps.
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.
There's a tragic update to the weekend crash in West Babylon. Bella Trezza, 17, has died. She had been fighting for her life since the crash.
Long Island Republican Congressman Anthony D'Esposito allegedly gave part-time jobs to both his lover and fiancée's daughter.
A Long Island community is praying for Bella Trezza, her brother Austin, Jack Murphy, Anthony Pagliuca and the family of Riley Goot following a deadly crash.
The power of prayer and community was palpable at a candlelight vigil for four teenagers who are fighting for their lives following a deadly multi-car crash in West Babylon on Saturday.
The New York City Council recently passed a bill that would make jaywalking legal.
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.
Some of the store owners who got raided during a recent illegal marijuana crackdown in the city say the NYPD shouldn't have seized their cash.
Federal authorities have seized the phones of another member of Mayor Eric Adams' inner circle. This time, it's Ingrid Lewis Martin, his chief advisor.
Despite suspending his campaign, the independent presidential candidate was fighting to have his name restored to the state's ballot.
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."
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
The adventure begins for 16 ordinary Americans as they embark on their trek to the top of the treacherous New Zealand Alps in 'The Summit.'
The former Beatles drummer was set to play in Philadelphia with his All Starr Band on Sept. 24 and in New York the following night.
The industry data and analytics company Luminate said the music mogul's music saw an average 18.3% increase in on-demand streams.
Actors Olivia Munn and John Mulaney announced the birth of their second child, daughter Méi June Mulaney, via surrogate.
Knicks to trade Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo and first-round pick to Timberwolves for Karl-Anthony Town, report says
Rhys Hoskins hit a grand slam off Sean Manaea in the first inning and the Mets went on to an 8-4 loss to the NL Central champion Brewers on Friday.
Bryan Reynolds homered twice, lifting the Pirates over the Yankees 4-2 on Friday night.
Rookie receiver Malik Nabers suffered a concussion late in the Giants' 20-15 loss to the Cowboys on Thursday night.
Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton homered and Gerrit Cole pitched into the 7th in the Yankees' 10-1 win over the Orioles on Thursday.
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.
We took an inside look at the operations of New York City's primary recycling center during Climate Week 2024.
Frustrated residents in Greenpoint claim a concrete plant in their neighborhood is a bad actor that's polluting their community.
The HOPE Inside Center within the Harlem Wells Fargo has helped more than 500 people increase savings and decrease debt for free.
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.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn says conditions should improve somewhat on Sunday.
When it comes to crossing the street, New York City pedestrians may soon be able to do something legally they've been doing for years. CBS News New York's Alecia Reid explains.
Neighbors told CBS News New York's Derick Waller they see sex workers walking the streets in broad daylight. That forced the police to get involved.
Hizzoner pleaded not guilty Friday to federal bribery, conspiracy and campaign finance charges, and then his chief advisor's home was raided and her phones were seized by the feds. CBS News New York's Lori Bordonaro and Dick Brennan have the story.
The ruling from a State Supreme Court judge comes more than three months after Gov. Kathy Hochul indefinitely paused the controversial tolling program just days before it was going to start. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.