Suffolk cop forgives drunk driver who nearly killed him
Thrane was given the last rites after the crash in 2021. Monday, he offered compassion to the driver who accepted responsibility.
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Thrane was given the last rites after the crash in 2021. Monday, he offered compassion to the driver who accepted responsibility.
The driver will now serve less time behind bars, CBS2's Jennifer McLogan reports.
It's been decades of navigating challenges, but the 10-mile path from Port Jefferson to Wading River won out.
The funding will dry up on June 30 for many in most schools districts, according to Hunger Solutions New York.
Some Long Island schools are stepping up safety techniques after another teenager was arrested for allegedly making a shooting threat against a school.
Some schools on Long Island are stepping up safety techniques after another teenager was arrested Friday for allegedly making a shooting threat against a school. As CBS2's Carolyn Gusoff reports, technology can save precious seconds.
A 14-year-old boy was previously arrested.
Officials say the suspect allegedly knew the girl was 13 before he arranged to meet her in person.
The murder of George Floyd prompted sweeping police reform in New York state, and Suffolk County is following other major police forces in rolling out body cameras for its officers. As CBS2's Carolyn Gusoff reports, officials say they will increase police accountability and public trust.
Officials say they will increase police accountability and public trust.
Starting in July, more than 100 police officers will be equipped with body cameras, Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone said.
The driver is accused of mowing down a mother of five last week in Hauppauge.
Investigators say 22-year-old Madeline Henriquez surrendered Wednesday night.
Investigators say a 16-year-old student posted a message on Instagram saying, "Bellport mass shooting (tomorrow)?"
The 16-year-old created a post on his Instagram saying there could be a "mass shooting" Friday at Bellport High School, according to the Suffolk County DA.
Margarito Banos went to the hospital with what he thought was an upset stomach. Instead, doctors found a rare, cancerous liver tumor.
Both happened between 10 and 11 p.m. Monday in West Islip and Hauppauge.
Police in Suffolk County are investigating two deadly hit-and-run crashes that happened within an hour of each other.
It was an operation that closed 200 cases and executed 116 arrests, of which 69 involved gang members.
On Long Island, neighborhood fun on a residential street took a scary turn. Now, a mother is demanding upgraded charges for a motorcyclist who slammed into an 11-year-old. As CBS2's Carolyn Gusoff reports, the suspect is accused of intentionally riding recklessly, and it was all caught on camera.
Brain trauma can be life-changing, but at one rehab center in Suffolk County, something special is creating hope -- splashes of paint with a deep significance and practical purpose. CBS2's Jennifer McLogan introduces us to Kings Park volunteers on a mission to show someone cares.
Parents have been in a panic over where and when they'll be able to find baby formula, CBS2's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Elected officials and local leader are organizing the emergency effort to gather unopened or donated baby formula.
Elected officials and local leaders are organizing the emergency effort to gather unopened or donated baby formula.
Police on Long Island are searching for a hit-and-run driver who ran down two men who were working on a vehicle. It happened in front of a Suffolk County home where neighbors told CBS2's Carolyn Gusoff speeding has led to incredible damage and loss of life.
The injury-depleted Brooklyn Nets beat the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday night.
The Boston Bruins defeated the New York Islanders on Wednesday night.
Kyrie Irving scored 23 points and the Dallas Mavericks beat the New York Knicks on Wednesday night.
Jordan Binnington set the St. Louis franchise record with his 152nd victory as the Blues beat the Devils on Wednesday night.
The Carolina Hurricanes rallied to beat the New York Rangers on Wednesday night.
The New York City Police Department said it's ready to keep everyone safe at the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
A family on Long Island has been forced out of their home right before Thanksgiving after an alleged drunk driver crashed into it.
A water main break on the Upper West Side disrupted subway service on multiple lines Wednesday afternoon.
A Queens homeowner tells CBS News New York she believes a solar panel company misled her about the cost, which the company denies.
A judge's scathing ruling Wednesday moves New York City's troubled Rikers Island jail complex a step closer to a federal takeover.
Thanksgiving is just 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.
The MTA announced the Federal Highway Administration has given congestion pricing the green light, clearing the way for it to start on Jan. 5, 2025.
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 just a day away, but will the weather cooperate for the parade and holiday travel plans?
A New Jersey minister who has spent over two decades helping people experiencing homelessness says his efforts have been put on hold right before Thanksgiving.
Airport staffing issues and weather slowed down one of the busiest holiday travel days across the Tri-State Area on Tuesday.
The first of three arches for the Portal North Bridge arrived at the construction site in Kearny Tuesday.
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."
Former Sen. Bob Menendez, a Democrat from New Jersey, was convicted of 16 felony counts in July.
President Biden has been briefed on the incidents and "unequivocally" condemns threats of political violence, the White House said.
United States Rep. Ritchie Torres says he's "open to" running for governor in New York after questioning the actions of Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams.
Americans are most thankful for family and friends, which may be why they'll try to steer away from politics at Thanksgiving.
President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden made a rare visit to Staten Island on Monday to honor service members and their families ahead of Thanksgiving.
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.
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.
Lawyers for actor Jonathan Majors and Grace Jabbari agreed to dismiss the case with prejudice, according to a joint filing in Manhattan federal court.
The injury-depleted Brooklyn Nets beat the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday night.
The Boston Bruins defeated the New York Islanders on Wednesday night.
Kyrie Irving scored 23 points and the Dallas Mavericks beat the New York Knicks on Wednesday night.
Jordan Binnington set the St. Louis franchise record with his 152nd victory as the Blues beat the Devils on Wednesday night.
The Carolina Hurricanes rallied to beat the New York Rangers on Wednesday night.
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 27 at 11 p.m.
Officials say two acres of Prospect Park were damaged in a brush fire in November.
Family members confirm remains found in Georgia belong to a Scarsdale couple who vanished 44 years ago.
Final preparations were put in place Wednesday ahead of the 98th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. CBS News New York's Alecia Reid reports.
An investigation is underway after a woman boarded a plane at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City and flew to France without a ticket.
