Bloomberg Unveils $70B Budget Plan, Says It Doesn't Include Tax Increase
The proposal, which totals just over $70 billion, is for the fiscal year that starts on July 1. It is also the mayor's final budget plan before he leaves office.
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The proposal, which totals just over $70 billion, is for the fiscal year that starts on July 1. It is also the mayor's final budget plan before he leaves office.
The Republican joins an increasingly crowded field of GOP, Democratic and other candidates seeking to succeed the term-limited, Democrat-turned-Republican-turned-independent billionaire Mayor Michael Bloomberg.
New York City officials want to beef up the punishment for people who break the law during city emergencies.
The snowfall was creating some slick spots across the Tri-State and with temperatures in teens, wet spots could turn icy, according to AccuWeather.
Police Commissioner Ray Kelly said he likes it and he welcomes it, but doesn't seem convinced that the frigid weather is the reason for more than a week of no killing in the city.
Those traveling between Lower Manhattan and Jersey City will soon notice a difference under the Hudson River.
Next year's Super Bowl may be in New Jersey — but New York City is making sure it's part of the action.
Two members of the New York City Council say they are waiting for the city Department of Transportation to obey the law.
The movie house which opened in 1929 was inspired by the Palace of Versailles and the Paris Opera House.
Speaker Christine Quinn said the council would override a veto of the bill that would prohibit employers from using a person's employment status in a hiring decision.
The deadline has already come and gone on inking a deal for teacher evaluations that could have gotten New York City $450 million in aid and grants.
Mayor Michael Bloomberg is moving ahead with his plan to create more housing in New York City by way of "micro-apartments" which take the idea of a tiny space to a whole new level.
The strike by city school bus drivers and matrons continues with no end in sight.
It was 40 years ago today that the United States Supreme Court ruled in the case of Roe v. Wade, which made abortion legal in America.
One Million Moms for Gun Control marched across the Brooklyn Bridge to City Hall Monday to call on Congress to take New York's lead and enact tough gun-control legislation.
More than 6,000 people entered a lottery for tickets to President Barack Obama's inauguration ceremony in Washington Monday at the office of U.S. Rep. Carolyn Maloney (D-N.Y.), and there were 120 winners.
The lack of agreement between the city and the union representing 75,000 teachers puts the city school district at risk of losing $450 million in state aid and grants.
Jabbar Campbell's attorney claims the officers illegally searched his client's home. The police complaint against Campbell said he resisted arrest and was in possession of marijuana and ecstasy at the time of the incident.
Do New Yorkers approve of Police Commissioner Ray Kelly? According to a new poll, the answer is a resounding "yes."
More than 8,000 school bus drivers and matrons went on strike in New York City Wednesday, leaving nearly 152,000 public school students having to find other ways to get to class.
At 23 percent in the latest Quinnipiac University poll, Lhota would handily beat all other Republican challengers for the nomination. But the good news for him could stop there, according to Quinnipiac's Maurice Carroll.
The council is weighing proposals including the feasibility of burying more power lines. Another idea is requiring boilers and other crucial equipment to be set higher off the ground in flood-zone buildings.
Bloomberg is urging President Barack Obama and Congress to increase background check requirements for firearms purchases.
New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Thomas Farley said the flu vaccine will protect most people from getting the flu and even if you do become sick, the flu will be milder.
Investigators believed Wednesday evening that mechanical failure caused the crash involving the Seastreak Wall Street catamaran.
The New Jersey Devils took advantage of Detroit's NHL-worst penalty kill in a victory over the Red Wings on Friday.
Jakob Chychrun scored the overtime winner and had an assist and the Washington Capitals beat the New York Islanders on Friday.
This holiday season, police are warning online shoppers to beware of thieves stealing packages after they're delivered.
A man has been arrested over a year after he allegedly struck and killed a woman while driving in Coney Island.
The New York Knicks held on to beat the shorthanded Charlotte Hornets to improve to 3-0 in NBA Cup play on Friday.
A man has been arrested over a year after he allegedly struck and killed a woman while driving in Coney Island.
Shirley Chisholm Day celebrations on Saturday will commemorate the pioneering NYC congresswoman on what would have been her 100th birthday.
Outdoor dining sheds across New York City had to be taken down Friday as the new Dining Out NYC rules for restaurants went into effect.
DeMarvion Overshown returned an interception 23 yards for a touchdown and the Cowboys went on to a 27-20 win over the Giants on Thursday.
There were warm feelings of gratefulness and giving inside New York City food pantries and charities on Thanksgiving.
Temperatures will feel like the 30s on Black Friday, but the region should stay mostly dry.
Thanksgiving is a day away, but will the weather cooperate for the parade and holiday travel plans?
A Thanksgiving winter storm is headed for the New York area, but first we had to deal with some rain Tuesday morning.
A Thanksgiving storm is forecast to bring rain, and even snow, for some parts of New York and New Jersey.
Thanksgiving week starts Monday with partly sunny skies and temps in the mid 50s, but things will change from there.
This holiday season, police are warning online shoppers to beware of thieves stealing packages after they're delivered.
DeMarvion Overshown returned an interception 23 yards for a touchdown and the Cowboys went on to a 27-20 win over the Giants on Thursday.
Temperatures will feel like the 30s on Black Friday, but the region should stay mostly dry.
The City of Hoboken was targeted in a ransomware attack Wednesday morning, officials said. The cyber attack forced the closure of City Hall, and shut down all online city services.
Thanksgiving is a day away, but will the weather cooperate for the parade and holiday travel plans?
A Long Island family says they caught porch pirates swiping a package from their home earlier this month, but they weren't the ones who had ordered the item.
A family on Long Island has been forced out of their home right before Thanksgiving after an alleged drunk driver crashed into it.
Love the idea or hate it, the Long Island Thanksgiving turkey pizza pie is going viral at Pino's Pizza in Deer Park.
A Babylon boat yard went up in flames after an intoxicated woman drove the wrong way and crashed into boats, police said.
New Jersey Sen. George Helmy said congestion pricing could drive businesses out of New York City and into the Garden State on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Shirley Chisholm Day celebrations on Saturday will commemorate the pioneering NYC congresswoman on what would have been her 100th birthday.
Outdoor dining sheds across New York City had to be taken down Friday as the new Dining Out NYC rules for restaurants went into effect.
The Thanksgiving threats come one day after several of President-elect Donald Trump's staff picks reported threats.
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
Former Sen. Bob Menendez, a Democrat from New Jersey, was convicted of 16 felony counts in July.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
The packaging label omitted a key ingredient, prompting a Food and Drug Administration recall.
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
Decision to cut topping comes as officials work to confirm source of E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders.
Target is the only place you can buy the latest Taylor Swift merch, including a new book, vinyl and CD.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
Harvey Weinstein's lawyers filed a legal claim alleging that he is receiving substandard medical treatment in unhygienic conditions while in custody at Rikers Island.
New York's iconic Blue Man Group is packing it in after more than 30 years on stage.
Chuck Woolery was inducted into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007 and earned a daytime Emmy nomination in 1978.
The New Jersey Devils took advantage of Detroit's NHL-worst penalty kill in a victory over the Red Wings on Friday.
Jakob Chychrun scored the overtime winner and had an assist and the Washington Capitals beat the New York Islanders on Friday.
The New York Knicks held on to beat the shorthanded Charlotte Hornets to improve to 3-0 in NBA Cup play on Friday.
The Philadelphia Flyers defeated the New York Rangers on Friday.
DeMarvion Overshown returned an interception 23 yards for a touchdown and the Cowboys went on to a 27-20 win over the Giants on Thursday.
A Queens homeowner tells CBS News New York she believes a solar panel company misled her about the cost, which the company denies.
Tenants in a six-story building in Queens say they were forced to climb stairs amid a six-week-long elevator outage.
The new Davis Center will bring back the wonder of skating and swimming alongside Harlem Meer in Central Park.
Thursday marks exactly 60 years since the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge opened to much fanfare.
Nov. 29 is the last day for New York City restaurants to remove roadway dining sheds, which will now be seasonal under new regulations set by the City Council.
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."
CBS News New York's John Elliott has your weather forecast for November 29 at 11 p.m.
CBS News New York's Dave Carlin shows us a trio of productions to help you dance your way into the holiday season, combining classic dance traditions with a modern twist.
Police are warning online shoppers to be aware of thieves stealing packages being delivered to homes this holiday season. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan tells us how to avoid becoming a victim of porch pirates.
This weekend marks the 15th annual Small Business Saturday, shining a spotlight on neighborhood shops and the people who keep them running. CBS News New York's Elle McLogan says business owners in Queens are getting ready and hope to attract both new and longtime customers.
Some New York City restaurant owners scrambled to take down their street dining sheds to comply with Friday's deadline. As CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports, if they're not down in time, owners face steep fines.
