Calls for justice after MTA worker assaulted while protecting customers
Many call him a hero, and a model employee. His union is demanding the maximum penalty for his attacker.
Many call him a hero, and a model employee. His union is demanding the maximum penalty for his attacker.
A subway cleaner was beaten so severely, he was hospitalized. As CBS2's John Dias reports, the victim's family will be speaking out from criminal court in the Bronx. They say his attacker has been arrested more than 40 times.
It happened around 7:45 a.m. at the Broadway and Wall Street station.
Staffing shortages that have plagued the MTA for months are still causing delays in the subway system.
The controversial plan could take effect by late next year or early 2024. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
The video shows the teenager punching the cop, and even getting the officer in a headlock.
The agency is launching a $1 billion project to expand cellphone service underground and install Wi-Fi at all above ground stations. CBS2's John Dias has reaction from riders.
Police say he stabbed another man on the subway late Sunday night in Brooklyn.
Officials say they are working on expanding wifi and cellphone service to all stations. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
Police want your help finding the man caught on video groping a woman at the Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall subway station.
The car sold for 35 times its opening bid at an auction.
In 2022 so far, there have been 118 assaults -- up 23 percent from last year -- and more than 2,500 incidents of harassment. CBS2's Natalie Duddridge reports.
On Tuesday at the 95th Street station, Elizabeth Johnston was on her way to work when the unthinkable happened.
The pilot program equipping nearly 100 subway cars with hidden surveillance cameras is meant to help the NYPD have more eyes on the subway. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
City transit officials are rolling out new technology on trains in an effort to solve crimes. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has more on the pilot program.
Hidden surveillance cameras are operating in more than 60 subway cars throughout the system.
Two NYPD transit officers are credited with saving a woman who fell on subway tracks minutes before a train rolled into a Brooklyn station. .
It comes after a transit officer was assaulted at a Brooklyn subway station on the first day of the new initiative. CBS2's Political Reporter has more on the changes.
Mayor Adams is under pressure to change the city's new subway safety plan after a transit officer was attacked while working alone at a Brooklyn subway station. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
Adams is finishing off ATVs, dirt bikes and motorcycles confiscated by the NYPD because they are illegal and dangerous.
An argument on the subway platform ended with one of the people involved being shoved into the subway tracks.
The cars are being floated on barges to Jersey City to be converted to scrap metal.
A freak subway accident left a Brooklyn man dead, and investigators are still figuring out exactly what went wrong. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
Officials say a rider got caught in the gap between the train and the platform and was hit by an oncoming train. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
Police said the man's clothing got stuck in a door as he was exiting the train in Brooklyn.
Rhys Hoskins hit a grand slam off Sean Manaea in the first inning and the Mets went on to an 8-4 loss to the NL Central champion Brewers on Friday.
The New York City Council recently passed a bill that would make jaywalking legal.
Bryan Reynolds homered twice, lifting the Pirates over the Yankees 4-2 on Friday night.
Lawsuits seeking to force congestion pricing to start will move forward, a New York Supreme Court judge ruled in a potential blow to the governor's "indefinite" pause.
Some of the store owners who got raided during a recent illegal marijuana crackdown in the city say the NYPD shouldn't have seized their cash.
The New York City Council recently passed a bill that would make jaywalking legal.
Lawsuits seeking to force congestion pricing to start will move forward, a New York Supreme Court judge ruled in a potential blow to the governor's "indefinite" pause.
Some of the store owners who got raided during a recent illegal marijuana crackdown in the city say the NYPD shouldn't have seized their cash.
Federal authorities have seized the phones of another member of Mayor Eric Adams' inner circle. This time, it's Ingrid Lewis Martin, his chief advisor.
The organs of one of the teens who died after a weekend crash in West Babylon have saved three lives, an organ donation organization announced Friday.
Lawsuits seeking to force congestion pricing to start will move forward, a New York Supreme Court judge ruled in a potential blow to the governor's "indefinite" pause.
New York and New Jersey could see the first significant rainfall in weeks over the next couple days. See the maps.
The U.S. News and World Report college rankings list New York, New Jersey and Connecticut's Ivy League schools among the best for 2025.
NYC's dry spell continued over the weekend, despite the clouds and rain chances in the forecast. How much longer will it last?
After 10 consecutive days without rain, NYC and its suburbs are expecting showers in the weather forecast today.
Lawsuits seeking to force congestion pricing to start will move forward, a New York Supreme Court judge ruled in a potential blow to the governor's "indefinite" pause.
New Jersey police found over 100 illegal weapons and ammo stashed inside a home in Totowa after a man shared a picture of himself pointing a gun on social media.
Couples desperate to find a new place to get married after a wedding venue in New Jersey abruptly closed are getting some help.
A popular New Jersey wedding venue recently closed, leaving couples scrambling to find a new place to get married.
New York and New Jersey could see the first significant rainfall in weeks over the next couple days. See the maps.
The organs of one of the teens who died after a weekend crash in West Babylon have saved three lives, an organ donation organization announced Friday.
There's a tragic update to the weekend crash in West Babylon. Bella Trezza, 17, has died. She had been fighting for her life since the crash.
Long Island Republican Congressman Anthony D'Esposito allegedly gave part-time jobs to both his lover and fiancée's daughter.
A Long Island community is praying for Bella Trezza, her brother Austin, Jack Murphy, Anthony Pagliuca and the family of Riley Goot following a deadly crash.
The power of prayer and community was palpable at a candlelight vigil for four teenagers who are fighting for their lives following a deadly multi-car crash in West Babylon on Saturday.
The New York City Council recently passed a bill that would make jaywalking legal.
Lawsuits seeking to force congestion pricing to start will move forward, a New York Supreme Court judge ruled in a potential blow to the governor's "indefinite" pause.
Some of the store owners who got raided during a recent illegal marijuana crackdown in the city say the NYPD shouldn't have seized their cash.
Federal authorities have seized the phones of another member of Mayor Eric Adams' inner circle. This time, it's Ingrid Lewis Martin, his chief advisor.
Despite suspending his campaign, the independent presidential candidate was fighting to have his name restored to the state's ballot.
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
New York state announced Monday that someone in Ulster County has died from eastern equine encephalitis, or EEE.
Parents of kids injured at birth due to medical malpractice say New York is denying their claims under the state's Medical Indemnity Fund, which promises lifelong health care.
New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan is resigning and will step down in January.
The New York resident who tested positive for the mosquito-borne EEE virus has died, prompting state health officials to declare an "imminent threat to the public for EEE."
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
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The former Beatles drummer was set to play in Philadelphia with his All Starr Band on Sept. 24 and in New York the following night.
The industry data and analytics company Luminate said the music mogul's music saw an average 18.3% increase in on-demand streams.
Actors Olivia Munn and John Mulaney announced the birth of their second child, daughter Méi June Mulaney, via surrogate.
Rhys Hoskins hit a grand slam off Sean Manaea in the first inning and the Mets went on to an 8-4 loss to the NL Central champion Brewers on Friday.
Bryan Reynolds homered twice, lifting the Pirates over the Yankees 4-2 on Friday night.
Rookie receiver Malik Nabers suffered a concussion late in the Giants' 20-15 loss to the Cowboys on Thursday night.
Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton homered and Gerrit Cole pitched into the 7th in the Yankees' 10-1 win over the Orioles on Thursday.
Stadiums in Pittsburgh, New Jersey, Seattle, and Tampa have been picked as emergency locations.
Despite being billed as a popular initiative aimed to create vibrant public spaces, some NYC business owners are pushing back against Open Streets.
Curators of Harlem Sculpture Gardens are revealing their research into climate change on Uptown parks.
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The HOPE Inside Center within the Harlem Wells Fargo has helped more than 500 people increase savings and decrease debt for free.
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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."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn says conditions should improve somewhat on Sunday.
When it comes to crossing the street, New York City pedestrians may soon be able to do something legally they've been doing for years. CBS News New York's Alecia Reid explains.
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Hizzoner pleaded not guilty Friday to federal bribery, conspiracy and campaign finance charges, and then his chief advisor's home was raided and her phones were seized by the feds. CBS News New York's Lori Bordonaro and Dick Brennan have the story.
The ruling from a State Supreme Court judge comes more than three months after Gov. Kathy Hochul indefinitely paused the controversial tolling program just days before it was going to start. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.