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Congestion pricing scam tricks drivers into paying by text, E-ZPass says
Scammers posing as toll collectors are sending drivers fake text messages to cash in on New York City congestion pricing, E-ZPass warns.
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Scammers posing as toll collectors are sending drivers fake text messages to cash in on New York City congestion pricing, E-ZPass warns.
The NYPD is teaming up with the Secret Service to warn shoppers about an array of dangerous scams they're seeing this holiday season.
Two women say they were victims of insurance fraud while driving, targeted by the same group of people on the Belt Parkway.
A Long Island man says he was scammed out of $25,000 by someone impersonating a real business online.
Receiving a product in the mail you didn't order can indicate a scam, consumer advocates warn. Here's what to know.
The Secret Service is involved, and a Philadelphia city councilmember wants to see an investigation into the thefts.
Thousands of people are victims of stolen SNAP benefits in New Jersey every month, officials said.
Technology is evolving so rapidly, websites powered by artificial intelligence now allow anyone to clone the voice of a loved one, a friend or a coworker.
Many romance scam support groups are full of people making other questionable promises of recovering funds, the CBS New York Investigative Team found.
More people on dating apps are being targeted by scammers using bots and artificial intelligence, according to experts.
Scammers can now use apps to show up as a trusted number, including the number for your bank.
Under her new bill, Gillibrand says she wants the country to stay ahead of the ever-evolving landscape of scams.
Some students planning to live off-campus have been sending money for apartments they've never seen. In some cases, the apartments may not even exist.
Scammers are on the prowl for fans eager to catch their favorite acts. Follow these tips to avoid getting ripped off.
A federal appeals court has upheld singer R. Kelly's racketeering convictions and a 30-year prison sentence, finding he exploited his fame for over a quarter century to sexually abuse girls and young women.
Fabric and crafts retailer Joann has announced it will be closing approximately 500 stores nationwide, almost a year after filing for bankruptcy.
A New York City firefighter and his family found their own solution to the rising cost of eggs. They got chickens.
President Trump said he spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin and directed his national security team to lead negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine.
The first of multiple storms hit the NYC area Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, bringing more accumulating snow.
A New York City firefighter and his family found their own solution to the rising cost of eggs. They got chickens.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams' attorney Alex Spiro criticized the mayor's corruption case after the DOJ recommended dropping the charges.
The FDNY says a parked car blocked a fire hydrant and slowed its response to a deadly fire in the Bronx Wednesday.
A young man who went into cardiac arrest in the Bronx died at the hospital after waiting nearly 20 minutes for paramedics. After his death, his father discovered multiple available units had been positioned just down the block. So why weren't they dispatched?
Former Beatle and music legend Paul McCartney took the stage at New York City's Bowery Ballroom for a surprise show Tuesday evening.
The first of multiple storms hit the NYC area Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, bringing more accumulating snow.
NYC has three more snow chances this week, so how many inches will the city, N.J. and Long Island see when it's all said and done?
New York City and the surrounding area caught a break from the snow Monday, but more is on the way.
As the latest winter storm wraps up around NYC, snow totals show how many inches fell across the area.
Another round of snow and sleet is coming to NYC on Saturday night, and much of the area will be under a winter storm watch.
The first of multiple storms hit the NYC area Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, bringing more accumulating snow.
Luis Vaquero, of New Jersey, is accused of threatening passengers and crew members on a flight to Newark from Miami, Florida.
Hopes of reopening Interstate 80 quickly have been dashed. A section of the eastbound lanes remains closed due to a 40-foot sinkhole, and it won't be an easy fix.
NYC has three more snow chances this week, so how many inches will the city, N.J. and Long Island see when it's all said and done?
New York City and the surrounding area caught a break from the snow Monday, but more is on the way.
The first of multiple storms hit the NYC area Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, bringing more accumulating snow.
Callers have been swamping Capitol Hill in record numbers, voicing concerns over cuts to federal programs and other Trump administration actions.
NYC has three more snow chances this week, so how many inches will the city, N.J. and Long Island see when it's all said and done?
Snow, sleet and ice hit the Tri-State Area on Saturday, and now the cleanup is underway before things freeze over.
As the latest winter storm wraps up around NYC, snow totals show how many inches fell across the area.
President Trump said he spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin and directed his national security team to lead negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine.
While the Trump administration has highlighted transfers of dangerous criminals to Guantanamo Bay, it is also sending nonviolent, "low-risk" migrants.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams' attorney Alex Spiro criticized the mayor's corruption case after the DOJ recommended dropping the charges.
Callers have been swamping Capitol Hill in record numbers, voicing concerns over cuts to federal programs and other Trump administration actions.
Westchester County held a special election on Tuesday to pick a leader, a decision that was likely to be influenced by President Trump.
Recalled products involved a mix of Bavarian doughnuts, French crullers, éclairs and coffee rolls, according to FDA.
A bird flu-related shutdown of all live poultry markets in New York City, Westchester County and Long Island starts today.
The CDC says respiratory illness is now "very high" nationwide.
Hundreds of people rallied at a Manhattan park on Monday, calling for protections for transgender people following President Trump's executive order banning gender-affirming health care.
Gov. Kathy Hochul has taken another step to protect New York doctors who prescribe abortion pills after one was indicted in Louisiana.
A federal appeals court has upheld singer R. Kelly's racketeering convictions and a 30-year prison sentence, finding he exploited his fame for over a quarter century to sexually abuse girls and young women.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on Wednesday unveiled their 2025 nominees for induction, which include Chubby Checker, OutKast and Mariah Carey.
Among the Westminster Dog Show finalists were a bichon frisé, a shih tzu, a whippet, a German shepherd, an English springer spaniel, a giant schnauzer and a Skye terrier.
Former Beatle and music legend Paul McCartney took the stage at New York City's Bowery Ballroom for a surprise show Tuesday evening.
Lawyers have begun to deliver opening statements at the trial of the man charged with trying to fatally stab author Salman Rushdie in front of a lecture audience in western New York.
The New York Knicks beat the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday night.
Nic Claxton scored 16 points and the Nets pulled away after LaMelo Ball was lost to another ankle injury and beat the Hornets 97-89 on Monday night.
The Philadelphia Eagles claimed their franchise's second Super Bowl in a crushing win over the Kansas City Chiefs, denying the Chiefs a historic "three-peat."
The Jets and Aaron Rodgers will reportedly part ways, setting the stage for a new starting quarterback to run the offense in 2025.
Jon Batiste, a Louisiana native, sang the national anthem at the 2025 Super Bowl.
Many years ago, Addisleigh Park, Queens was the place to be. It was known to many as "Black Hollywood East."
A great-grandmother in Queens celebrated her 103rd birthday Friday.
Kevin Richardson, one of the Exonerated Five, stopped by his alma mater in the Bronx on Friday to discuss the importance of knowing your rights when encountering law enforcement.
Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson is asking Mayor Eric Adams for more funding towards the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation to plant more trees.
An East Harlem pediatric clinic is encouraging families to launch their literacy journey early as data shows falling reading scores nationwide.
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."
Two people died in a fire in the Bronx Wednesday. The FDNY said a parked car blocked a nearby hydrant. Jenna DeAngelis reports.
CBS News New York's John Elliott isn't calling for much in the way of accumulation, but there is a concern about ice.
During his news conference on Wednesday, Alex Spiro outlined why he feels the case against Adams is weak and should never return. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has snow totals so far for different parts of the region that show more accumulation in some municipalities you wouldn't expect.
The Justice Department has ordered federal prosecutors to drop corruption charges against Mayor Eric Adams, arguing that the case is interfering with the mayor’s ability to aid the president’s crackdown on illegal immigration. Criminal Defense Attorney Eric Faddis explains the process, and what happens now with the charges filed against the mayor.