3 People Accused Of Throwing Molotov Cocktails At Police Appear In Court
Prosecutors say Samantha Shader, of Catskill, N.Y., is accused of throwing a molotov cocktail at an NYPD van with officers inside on Saturday.
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Prosecutors say Samantha Shader, of Catskill, N.Y., is accused of throwing a molotov cocktail at an NYPD van with officers inside on Saturday.
Images of NYPD officers taking a knee in solidarity with George Floyd protesters are garnering praise from demonstrators and officials alike.
De Blasio said while most police officers also showed restraint – some even taking a knee in solidarity – there were specific issues that need to be addressed.
Inside the NYPD's Joint Operations Center, dozens of officers are watching the city from different vantage points.
"The folks who were converging on that police car did the wrong thing to begin with and they created an untenable situation," de Blasio said.
The NYPD says at least 345 people were arrested during Saturday night protests, with 47 NYPD vehicles damaged and 33 officers injured.
Both incidents happened in the early hours of Saturday morning in Brooklyn.
Demonstrators clashed with officers and torched NYPD vehicles as they called for an end to police brutality after the death of George Floyd.
Saturday was the third night New York City saw protests over the death of George Floyd.
NYPD Chief of Department Terence Monahan says detectives are working with the DA's office on the case.
The NYPD is trying out new software developed to help sanitize police cruisers. It involves heating up the vehicles to kill germs.
A Staten Island community is heartbroken over the sudden loss of a beloved neighbor.
The alleged attack happened around 11:30 p.m. Monday on East 111th Street and Second Avenue.
The men are accused of stealing nine laptops, four iPhones and cleaning supplies.
The suspect and the victim both fell down several stairs before the suspect managed to get the chain off the victim.
Officers spoke to the man for about three hours.
Police Commissioner Dermot Shea made it clear, police are seeking to avoid confrontation.
Errick Allen, 26, of North Massapequa, faces second degree murder charges in the shooting death of Christopher Curro, 25, of West Babylon.
Sources told CBS2 he was identified as Ubaldo Gomez, an auxiliary officer with the department.
Police say a man fought with officers responding to an apartment on fire early Saturday morning where, after the flames were put out, the body of another man was found covered with stab wounds.
The mayor said it is time to "reset" the city's approach during Friday's coronavirus briefing.
The NYPD says she was stopped Wednesday and told to wear a mask, but she refused.
This follows a New York Post report that claimed Dr. Barbot and NYPD Chief of Department Terence Monahan had a heated argument in March.
The program has been implemented at Domino Park in Williamsburg and at piers along the Hudson in Manhattan.
The outcry is coming after several videos showing people of color in violent confrontations with police.
Cam Thomas scored 10 of his 32 points in the fourth quarter to help the Brooklyn Nets beat the Chicago Bulls on Friday night.
Igor Shesterkin stopped 40 shots and the New York Rangers beat the Ottawa Senators on Friday night.
Bo Horvat and Maxim Tsyplakov each had a goal and an assist, helping the New York Islanders beat the Buffalo Sabres 4-3.
The New York Knicks beat Detroit on Friday for their 16th straight victory over the Pistons.
A boil water advisory has been lifted for Somerville, Bridgewater and Raritan Borough in New Jersey.
A new law went into effect Friday lowering the number of driver's license suspensions that can result in a felony in New York.
A firefighter was seriously injured Friday after falling about 40 feet while battling a building fire in Hamilton Heights. The blaze left nearly 100 people displaced.
Ahead of Sunday's race, event organizers and runners met at the finish line Friday for the traditional opening ceremony for the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon.
Although the Red Flag Warning was issued for only Friday, the threat of wildfires across the region will persist until the pattern switches back to wet. As of now, a pattern change does not look likely in the short term.
The New York state trooper who was shot in the leg on Long Island was released from the hospital Friday.
The state of Connecticut is sending all its towns and cities fire suppression devices to help safeguard ballot drop boxes.
A rescued squirrel who became a social media star called Peanut has been euthanized after New York state authorities seized it during a raid.
Police say a shooting at the University of Bridgeport was an isolated incident that did not involve students.
The Halloween weather forecast for 2024 shows several record highs are in jeopardy around New York and New Jersey.
Connecticut voters are getting their chance as America decides on the next president, but that's not the only thing voters will see on their 2024 ballot.
A boil water advisory has been lifted for Somerville, Bridgewater and Raritan Borough in New Jersey.
Homes were evacuated in Morris County, New Jersey on Friday because of a wildfire.
Although the Red Flag Warning was issued for only Friday, the threat of wildfires across the region will persist until the pattern switches back to wet. As of now, a pattern change does not look likely in the short term.
The PATH Hoboken station will close for nearly a month in early 2025 for repairs, the Port Authority announced Thursday.
New Jersey American Water customers in Bridgewater, Raritan and Somerville remained under a boil water advisory Thursday.
A new law went into effect Friday lowering the number of driver's license suspensions that can result in a felony in New York.
Although the Red Flag Warning was issued for only Friday, the threat of wildfires across the region will persist until the pattern switches back to wet. As of now, a pattern change does not look likely in the short term.
The New York state trooper who was shot in the leg on Long Island was released from the hospital Friday.
An all-out manhunt is underway after a New York State Police trooper was shot by a driver on the Southern State Parkway.
The suspect in the murder of Sabina Rosas has been found dead, police said Wednesday.
A new law went into effect Friday lowering the number of driver's license suspensions that can result in a felony in New York.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams was back in court Friday afternoon. A judge set his trial date for April as his attorney sought to get the bribery charge against him dismissed.
Going into the final weekend before the 2024 U.S. presidential election, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are crisscrossing the battleground states.
New York City is turning to technology and young people to help put an end to the dangerous epidemic of subway surfing.
The former president tried to seize on President Biden's "garbage" comment, while Jennifer Lopez appeared at a rally in Las Vegas with the vice president.
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.
Dozens of New York and New Jersey schools are impacted by a recall of meat and poultry products potentially contaminated with listeria.
The worst rates of the infection known as "walking pneumonia" or "white lung pneumonia" are in young children ages 2 to 4 years old.
Rwanda says it's gaining control of a Marburg outbreak, but U.S. authorities are taking no chances as another killer virus spreads fast.
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine has been arrested in New York City for alleged violations of the conditions of supervised release that were set when he was sentenced several years ago to two years in prison in a racketeering case.
Teri Garr rose from being a background dancer in Elvis Presley movies to co-star in such favorites as "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie."
Timothée Chalamet surprised the crowd at his own look-alike contest at Washington Square Park in Manhattan.
The lead singer-songwriter for the superstar band Fleetwood Mac who became a superstar solo artist talks about her latest song, "The Lighthouse," that was inspired by her own experience with abortion, and a strong desire to "do something."
Cardi B says she's been hospitalized with a medical emergency and will have to miss her scheduled performance at ONE Musicfest in Atlanta.
Cam Thomas scored 10 of his 32 points in the fourth quarter to help the Brooklyn Nets beat the Chicago Bulls on Friday night.
Igor Shesterkin stopped 40 shots and the New York Rangers beat the Ottawa Senators on Friday night.
Bo Horvat and Maxim Tsyplakov each had a goal and an assist, helping the New York Islanders beat the Buffalo Sabres 4-3.
The New York Knicks beat Detroit on Friday for their 16th straight victory over the Pistons.
Ahead of Sunday's race, event organizers and runners met at the finish line Friday for the traditional opening ceremony for the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon.
In the Queens neighborhood known as Little Guyana, preparations are underway for the community's annual Diwali festival.
The Bergen Beach home on East 72nd Street and Avenue K has become a neighborhood attraction.
The landmarked library branch in Harlem underwent a $34.4 million renovation from top to bottom.
A Brooklyn-based nonprofit is working to make a positive change in the form of student graduations in the community.
A Harlem preschool teacher was honored Monday for his three decades of serving students, some as young as 3 years old.
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."
A fast-moving fire burned through an apartment building in Hamilton Heights on Friday. One firefighter fell about 40 feet while battling the flames. CBS News New York's Lori Bordonaro reports.
A wildfire in Rockaway Township, New Jersey continued to burn Friday night. Dan Rice reports from Chopper 2.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for November 1 at 8:30 p.m.
Organizers for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade have announced the new balloons, performers and marching bands that will be participating in this year's celebration.
A pet squirrel that's gained social media fame was euthanized by New York state wildlife officials after they seized it over rabies concerns. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian spoke with owner Mark Longo and wildlife experts who say it's illegal to own wild animals, including squirrels.
