Protesters gather outside Staten Island asylum seeker shelter
Wednesday's demonstration was tame compared to a night earlier when 10 people were arrested.
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Wednesday's demonstration was tame compared to a night earlier when 10 people were arrested.
Dozens of people gathered outside a new asylum seeker shelter on Staten Island on Wednesday. CBS New York's Ali Bauman reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3EIXRCK
The meeting Tuesday came as Staten Islanders protested the arrival of migrants at a former senior facility.
There was another anti-asylum seeker protest on Staten Island on Wednesday. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3Puq6dc
When CBS New York's Marcia Kramer pressed Hochul about what happened when she finally had a chance to meet face-to-face with the president, she was tight lipped about whether she walked away with any guarantees.
Midland Beach residents are on edge about their new neighbors at a former seniors facility turned shelter on Fatehr Capodanno Boulevard. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge has reaction from the community and city leaders.
Police say 10 people were taken into custody following the protest overnight in Midland Beach. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge has the latest developments.
A large group of protesters on Staten Island blocked a bus carrying asylum seekers Tuesday night. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3rn2dwk
Staten Island officials stepped up their battle to get the city to close the shelter at a former Catholic school.
Angry Staten Island officials step up their battle, asking a judge to close an asylum seeker shelter at a former Catholic school. CBS New York political reporter Marcia Kramer has the latest.
Would Staten Island secede from New York City? Could a potential school bus strike pose a security threat? We got answers to lots of questions this week.
Watch a bonus conversation with Staten Island Borough Pres. Vito Fossella exclusively on CBS News New York.
Staten Island has a zoo, a ferry, an angry wild turkey population and a lot of deer, but Borough President Vito Fossella is up to his ears with other problems. Watch his conversation on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
They begged for compassion from those speaking out against taking in people seeking the American dream.
They begged for compassion Thursday from those speaking out against taking in people seeking the American dream. CBS New York's Alice Gainer reports.
Police said a 22-year-old woman driving a Chevy Corvette struck a barrier and crashed near Hylan Boulevard.
Police said two people in the car were killed after the driver struck a guardrail.
With the new school year beginning Thursday, Staten Island's borough president is expressing concern that some migrant children may not be vaccinated. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3R3Yj5I
With the new school year beginning Thursday, Staten Island's borough president is expressing concern that some children of asylum seekers may not be vaccinated. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3R3Yj5I
He says children of asylum seekers have been given a window to get their vaccines, in contrast to other students.
It came as more pressure was put on the Biden administration and Congress to do something about the massive influx of people seeking the American dream. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner has the story.
"If you're not going to do your job, mayor, then let Staten Island secede," Rep. Nicole Malliotakis said.
Some Arrochar residents say the people pursuing the American dream didn't come to the U.S. "the right way." CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Police were on the scene as the crowd turned rowdy at some points. The protesters held signs and made speeches.
They said Sunday they think Mayor Eric Adams should house the migrants in his home. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports.
An attorney for Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, says he will waive extradition at his hearing on Thursday.
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced 250 more National Guard troops will join the effort to help keep the subways safe as officials announced every subway car now is equipped with a camera.
Sean "Diddy" Combs is due in court Wednesday afternoon for a pretrial hearing.
The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will take up a challenge to a new law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.
The House Ethics Committee voted to release its report on the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz on Dec. 5, according to multiple sources.
An attorney for Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, says he will waive extradition at his hearing on Thursday.
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced 250 more National Guard troops will join the effort to help keep the subways safe as officials announced every subway car now is equipped with a camera.
Sean "Diddy" Combs is due in court Wednesday afternoon for a pretrial hearing.
Cold, rainy weather returns to NYC and the surrounding area today, and it's time to track some more snow later this week.
During its final board meeting of the year, the MTA on Wednesday approved a financial plan that includes a fare hike.
Cold, rainy weather returns to NYC and the surrounding area today, and it's time to track some more snow later this week.
We're going for nearly 60 Tuesday, which flirts with the record of 62 set back in 2000. The normal high is 44, and we'll be nowhere near that.
A wintry mix and rain made a mess on the roads in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
The New York Mets introduced Juan Soto at Citi Field, after the four-time MLB All-Star signed a record 15-year, $765 million deal.
A storm bringing heavy rain and strong winds could lead to flooding and power outages, especially on Long Island.
Cold, rainy weather returns to NYC and the surrounding area today, and it's time to track some more snow later this week.
A New Jersey congressman got a top secret briefing in Washington, D.C. on the drone sightings across the region as state residents and lawmakers demand more transparency from the federal government.
The FBI is warning people about pointing lasers at aircraft after a New Jersey-based pilot was injured.
We're going for nearly 60 Tuesday, which flirts with the record of 62 set back in 2000. The normal high is 44, and we'll be nowhere near that.
New technology is being deployed to find out more information after the spike in drone sightings in New Jersey and beyond.
The Long Island Expressway has reopened hours after a deadly crash caused major delays for the morning commute.
We're going for nearly 60 Tuesday, which flirts with the record of 62 set back in 2000. The normal high is 44, and we'll be nowhere near that.
Accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann has been charged with a seventh murder.
A wintry mix and rain made a mess on the roads in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
A prosecutor tells CBS News New York a loophole in New York law made it difficult to charge a drugged driver who killed four members of a Long Island family last year.
The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will take up a challenge to a new law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.
The House Ethics Committee voted to release its report on the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz on Dec. 5, according to multiple sources.
Rep. Gerry Connolly of Virginia won election to serve as the top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, defeating Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority announced Monday the upcoming rollout of more than 400 new cars.
Trump's lawyers said his conviction in state court should not stand because he was elected president after his conviction.
New York Congressman-elect George Latimer expects "major pushback" to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s potential vaccine policy if he heads Donald Trump's Health and Human Services Department.
A breakthrough treatment is making a huge difference for stroke survivors, improving hand and arm function, and their quality of life.
CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu's mental illness did not stop her. Now, she's highlighting hope and solutions.
Suffolk County is warning parents about the dangers of co-sleeping after three more infants who shared beds with adults died in the last four weeks.
Anthem will reverse a policy that would have capped insurance coverage for anesthesia after objections from doctors and lawmakers.
Sean "Diddy" Combs is due in court Wednesday afternoon for a pretrial hearing.
A spokesperson for Foxx said that he had to get stitches after he was hit in the face by a glass thrown from someone else in the restaurant.
Sean "Diddy" Combs filed a motion Friday to dismiss his appeal for bail, meaning he will stay in jail until his trial on sex trafficking charges in May 2025.
Jamie Foxx opened up about why he was hospitalized for several weeks in April 2023.
The annual gala at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts features personalized tributes with performances and testimonials from fellow artists.
Juuse Saros made 25 saves to lead the Nashville Predators to a victory over the New York Rangers on Tuesday night.
Ondrej Palat and Stefan Noesen scored and the New Jersey Devils beat the St. Louis Blues 4-1.
The Carolina Hurricanes beat the New York Islanders on Tuesday night.
The Yankees reportedly agreed to acquire outfielder Cody Bellinger from the Cubs for right-hander Cody Poteet on Tuesday.
Evan Mobley scored 21 points, Caris LeVert added 19 and the Cavaliers rolled to a 130-101 win over the Nets on Monday night.
As development continues in Gowanus, Powerhouse Arts, housed in an old power station, works to keep artists in the neighborhood.
The Guinness World Record holder for the largest gingerbread village is now on display at the Shops at Columbus Circle.
A Queens couple says they have been waiting for a working stove in their apartment for two and a half years.
Brooklynites are trying to protect the new young trees coming to the borough after an ambitious effort to plant more than 3,000 trees in one district.
Five hundred New York Common Pantry clients received care packages this week from the Robin Hood Foundation through a partnership with Amazon and L'Oreal.
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."
They have been helping Santa Claus transport toys to kids with special needs for more than a decade. But as CBS News New York's John Dias explains, it's one detective's last sleigh ride.
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday that she's deploying an additional 250 National Guard troops into New York City's subway system during the busy holiday rush. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Law enforcement sources say NYPD detectives will be on hand at the court proceeding to make sure Mangione is then transported straight to central booking at the Manhattan Criminal Courthouse. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
Police are looking for a black Ford Fusion with tinted windows and Pennsylvania license plates. The victim was said to be seriously injured. CBS News New York's Alecia Reid reports.
Gov. Kathy Hochul and MTA Chair Janno Lieber held a news conference Wednesday to announce that 250 more National Guard troops are coming to help support security in the subway system, and that every subway car now is equipped with a camera.
