Long Island 'Red Light Robin Hood' Launches State Senate Campaign
A Long Island man who has been waging a one-man war on red-light cameras has launched a campaign for New York State Senate – challenging the majority leader.
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A Long Island man who has been waging a one-man war on red-light cameras has launched a campaign for New York State Senate – challenging the majority leader.
Long Island man who has been waging a one-man war against red light cameras pleaded not guilty on Friday to a host of new charges.
Stephen Ruth is charged with two counts of second-degree criminal mischief for damaging 19 red light cameras throughout Suffolk County, police said.
A Suffolk County man admits has broken the law repeatedly, but he said his actions have all been intended to make a big point about the injustice of red light cameras.
Last August, the Centereach man posted videos online of himself using a painter's extension rod to turn several red light cameras in Ronkonkoma toward the sky so they would not catch violators.
Suffolk officials said the state Department of Transportation decided how long yellow lights last.
Stephen Ruth calls himself the "Red Light Robin Hood."
Sex trafficking suspect Oren Alexander accidentally flown to New York, delaying court appearance
Community leaders in Queens are begging the NYPD to extend its three-month crime crackdown along Roosevelt Avenue.
Exclusive video shows another violent subway crime. This time, a sleeping passenger was targeted during a robbery in Queens.
Several people, including two children, were injured in a crash involving a school bus Tuesday in Old Westbury, Long Island.
The Justice Dept filed a motion to stop plea deals from moving forward in the war court in Guantanamo Bay, days before Khalid Sheikh Mohammed was set to plead guilty.
Exclusive video shows another violent subway crime. This time, a sleeping passenger was targeted during a robbery in Queens.
Federal prosecutors say "law enforcement has continued to... uncover additional criminal conduct" by NYC Mayor Eric Adams.
With congestion pricing now in effect in NYC, officials are cracking down on obscured license plates, or "ghost plates," to avoid the toll.
Brutally cold temperatures and blustery conditions made for an uncomfortable trek into Manhattan for many on the second day of congestion pricing.
We're in for some colder weather around the NYC area for the rest of the week, then we're tracking our next chance of snow.
We're in for some colder weather around the NYC area for the rest of the week, then we're tracking our next chance of snow.
A winter storm is bringing snowy weather to NYC today, and New Jersey expected to see the highest snow totals.
Congestion pricing is now in effect in NYC, and drivers faced the first weekday commute with the controversial new tolling system.
Congestion pricing started on Sunday, Jan. 5 in NYC, after years of debate, planning, controversy and legal challenges.
NYC congestion pricing means drivers pay more to enter Manhattan during peak hours. Here are some ways to save.
Brutally cold temperatures and blustery conditions made for an uncomfortable trek into Manhattan for many on the second day of congestion pricing.
Holmdel, N.J. will pause Friday to remember a resident killed in the New Orleans terror attack. William "Billy" DiMaio, 25, was among those killed on New Year's Day.
We're in for some colder weather around the NYC area for the rest of the week, then we're tracking our next chance of snow.
MTA Chair Janno Lieber said it has been a smooth ride Monday on the first weekday of congestion pricing. Fort Lee's Mayor Mark Sokolich says it's too soon to draw any conclusions.
The New York Giants will stick with general manager Joe Schoen and coach Brian Daboll, owner and team president John Mara says.
Several people, including two children, were injured in a crash involving a school bus Tuesday in Old Westbury, Long Island.
Brutally cold temperatures and blustery conditions made for an uncomfortable trek into Manhattan for many on the second day of congestion pricing.
In New York City alone, there were nearly 1,300 cases in December. That's almost triple the number during same time in 2023.
A verbal battle has broken out in Nassau County over Republican County Executive Bruce Blakeman's apparent ignoring of a nationwide request to honor former President Jimmy Carter.
A Long Island police officer is in a medically induced coma after a crash on the LIE in Brentwood.
The Justice Dept filed a motion to stop plea deals from moving forward in the war court in Guantanamo Bay, days before Khalid Sheikh Mohammed was set to plead guilty.
Federal prosecutors say "law enforcement has continued to... uncover additional criminal conduct" by NYC Mayor Eric Adams.
President-elect Donald Trump is scheduled to be sentenced Friday in the New York "hush money" case.
Brutally cold temperatures and blustery conditions made for an uncomfortable trek into Manhattan for many on the second day of congestion pricing.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Justice Department from releasing a report prepared by special counsel Jack Smith.
In New York City alone, there were nearly 1,300 cases in December. That's almost triple the number during same time in 2023.
The Louisiana patient was hospitalized with a severe case of bird flu in the first death in the U.S. caused by the H5N1 virus.
Gov. Kathy Hochul says the recent surge in violence in the subway "cannot continue." She says she will include new legislation in the executive budget to change New York's involuntary commitment standards.
Gardners Candies warns that recalled Meltaway Bars product may contain undeclared cashews, a health risk for people with tree nut allergies.
Many Broadway fans were left disappointed after the revival of "Gypsy" canceled nearly an entire week of performances after actors say a cold spread among the cast.
Peter Yarrow was a singer-songwriter and a social activist, but he was best known as one-third of the folk-music group Peter, Paul and Mary.
The actor Aubrey Plaza has spoken out for the first time since her husband Jeff Baena's death last week. He was 47.
Here is the full list of winners who took home awards at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards.
If you missed the 2025 Golden Globes, here's everything to know about how and where to watch the show.
Professional Bull Riders have returned to Madison Square Garden, and has New Yorkers getting cozy with cowboy culture.
Cole Anthony scored 24 points and the Magic shut down the short-handed Knicks 103-94 on Monday night.
Tyrese Haliburton scored 23 points, Bennedict Mathurin added 20 and the Pacers beat the Nets 113-99 on Monday night.
The Mets will retire David Wright's No. 5 before the July 19th game against the Cincinnati Reds at Citi Field, the team announced.
The New York Giants will stick with general manager Joe Schoen and coach Brian Daboll, owner and team president John Mara says.
Bo Horvat scored his second goal of the game on a breakaway in overtime and the Islanders snapped a three-game skid with a 5-4 win over the Bruins on Sunday night.
Neighbors were left baffled and heartbroken after an unknown perpetrator left slash marks across two street trees in Ridgewood, Queens.
Musicians and student groups marched through the snowy streets of East Harlem on Monday to celebrate Three Kings Day.
New Yorkers can now be fined $50 if they fail to secure their trash bins properly, but some Brooklyn residents say the city is failing to maintain the same standards.
A young man from Mauritania receives help settling into the city as he serves as a youth ambassador for others.
In the hours ahead of Friday's Mega Millions drawing, the jackpot grew to $1.22 billion.
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."
Community leaders in Queens are begging the NYPD to extend its three-month crime crackdown along Roosevelt Avenue. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
A large exhibit near Union Square replicates the cramped rooms where Anne Frank and her family spent two years hiding from the Nazis. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin has a preview ahead of the opening on Jan. 27.
The new development raises new questions for Adams and his legal team. Will the feds file a superseding indictment and, if they do, will it complicate his run for reelection? CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
In these frigid temperatures, some New Yorkers are dealing with no heat. CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock spoke with people in the Bronx about how they are staying warm as they try to get some answers.
Ryan, who coached the Jets to a pair of AFC championship game appearances over a decade ago, seems confident he'll get a second go-around with Gang Green. CBS News New York's Otis Livingston has more on his chances.
