New Jersey man and mother no longer trapped in Syria
Besher Cabbad, who went to Syria to help his 84-year-old mother recover from surgery, got caught up in the rebel uprising. They're both finally home safe.
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Besher Cabbad, who went to Syria to help his 84-year-old mother recover from surgery, got caught up in the rebel uprising. They're both finally home safe.
A New Jersey woman is demanding answers from lawmakers about why her husband and mother-in-law, who are both United States citizens, are not being allowed to leave Syria.
A New Jersey woman is demanding answers from lawmakers about why two United States citizens are not being allowed to leave Syria. She tells CBS News New York's Jessica Moore she's desperate to help her husband and mother-in-law escape the war-torn country.
A New Jersey man is stranded in Syria amid the rebel uprising that toppled President Bashar al-Assad's regime.
Justina Kaminska Cabbad could barely speak through tears as she described efforts to help her husband escape Syria. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Rebel fighters took command and toppled the government in Damascus on Sunday. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis has the story.
CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis has more on President Bashar Al-Assad's whereabouts.
President Biden said the sudden collapse of the Syrian government under President Bashar Assad is a "fundamental act of justice" after decades of repression. Mr. Biden spoke from the White House after a stunning rebel advance reached the capital, ending the Assad family's 50 years of iron rule.
Russian state media news agencies reported that Assad and his family were in Moscow and given asylum.
The U.S. military plans to strike targets in Iraq and Syria, including Iranian personnel and facilities, in response to a drone attack that killed 3 U.S. troops.
Several ballistic missiles and rockets were fired by Iranian-backed militants from western Iraq, the Pentagon said.
Israel continues its offensive in Gaza despite calls for a cease-fire, and the United States launched airstrikes in Syria. CBS New York's Dick Brennan reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/47nlkFU
The United States says it has bombed a weapons storage facility in eastern Syria with links to Iranian-backed militias. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3QPKV4C
Pentagon officials say the strikes were done in retaliation following a series of ones on U.S. soldiers that started more than a week ago. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
U.S. and coalition forces in Iraq and Syria have come under attack at least 16 times in the past ten days via drones and rockets.
It happened as more humanitarian aid arrived for the people of war-torn Gaza. CBS New York's Tina Kraus has the story.
He was in charge of plotting attacks in Europe, the U.S. military said. The strike was the latest in recent years targeting ISIS members in Syria.
After the U.S. conducted retaliatory "precision airstrikes" on facilities used by Iran-linked groups, there were a series of new attacks on U.S. bases Friday.
A Long Island community is stepping up to help with relief efforts after the devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. CBS2's Carolyn Gusoff reports Long Island's largest employer is sending much-needed medical supplies to the region.
The 6.3 magnitude quake has left at least three people dead and hundreds injured, officals say. CBS2's Tony Aiello reports.
CBS2's Tony Aiello has the latest on the devastation in the region.
The 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck southern Turkey on Monday, near its shared border with northern Syria.
Nearly two weeks after the deadly earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, three people were found alive. In Queens, volunteers collected donations for earthquake survivors.
People dropped off much-needed essentials at the Deshi Senior Center in Ozone Park.
Sen. Cory Booker attended a prayer service at a Turkish mosque in Paterson, along with Mayor Andre Sayegh.
In the New Jersey governor's race, Democrat Josh Gottheimer says a Republican's idea for a congestion pricing-like toll on New Yorkers is "outrageous."
A driver faces a list of charges after police say she fatally struck a mother and her children at a crosswalk on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn.
The actor died Saturday, March 29, in Waimanalo, Hawai'i of complications following a stroke. He was two days shy of his 91st birthday.
Most Americans say the matter of Trump administration officials discussing U.S. military plans on the Signal app is serious.
Indirect negotiations have been unsuccessful for years since Mr. Trump initially withdrew the U.S. from Tehran's nuclear deal with world powers in 2018.
In the New Jersey governor's race, Democrat Josh Gottheimer says a Republican's idea for a congestion pricing-like toll on New Yorkers is "outrageous."
A driver faces a list of charges after police say she fatally struck a mother and her children at a crosswalk on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn.
Desperate search-and-rescue operations continue in Myanmar and Thailand following Friday's deadly earthquake, and organizations in the Tri-State Area are doing what they can to help.
A man accused of crashing a vehicle into the backyard of a Long Island home then leaving the scene earlier this month has been arrested.
A mother and her two young daughters were struck and killed on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn on Saturday. A third child is in critical condition.
A man who told police his stepmother held him captive in their Waterbury home for two decades asked why she is not in jail while awaiting trial, a state prosecutor says.
A weekend filled with roller coaster temperatures and elevated pollen levels is here in the Tri-State Area.
In NYC and beyond, the spring 2025 allergy season is striking earlier -- and sticking around longer -- than usual this year.
Kimberly Sullivan, the Connecticut woman accused of imprisoning her stepson for 20 years, must wear a GPS monitor while out on bail, a judge ruled.
Prosecutors want to modify the bail for Kimberly Sullivan, the Connecticut woman accused of imprisoning her stepson for 20 years.
In the New Jersey governor's race, Democrat Josh Gottheimer says a Republican's idea for a congestion pricing-like toll on New Yorkers is "outrageous."
A weekend filled with roller coaster temperatures and elevated pollen levels is here in the Tri-State Area.
Repairs on Route 80 in Wharton, New Jersey, are not expected to be complete until early to mid-May, NJDOT said Friday.
New Jersey's days as the only state in the nation where drivers are not allowed to pump their gas could soon come to an end.
Cherry blossom trees are starting to bloom for the 2025 season around NYC, as they reach their peak in Washington, D.C.
A man accused of crashing a vehicle into the backyard of a Long Island home then leaving the scene earlier this month has been arrested.
A nature lover successfully lobbied to create Long Island's first amphibian crossing, the underground Frog Hollow Tunnel.
In NYC and beyond, the spring 2025 allergy season is striking earlier -- and sticking around longer -- than usual this year.
The Gilgo Beach murder case is moving toward trial, but Rex Heuermann's attorneys are challenging something called nuclear DNA testing.
Parents are calling for swift action after incidents of antisemitism at Paul J. Gelinas Junior High School in the respected Three Village School District.
In the New Jersey governor's race, Democrat Josh Gottheimer says a Republican's idea for a congestion pricing-like toll on New Yorkers is "outrageous."
Most Americans say the matter of Trump administration officials discussing U.S. military plans on the Signal app is serious.
Indirect negotiations have been unsuccessful for years since Mr. Trump initially withdrew the U.S. from Tehran's nuclear deal with world powers in 2018.
Protesters are trying to escalate a movement targeting Tesla dealerships and vehicles in opposition to Elon Musk's role in DOGE.
Two new bills introduced by a New York congressman aim to protect SNAP benefit users from having their funds stolen.
The Ulster County clerk refused to file a $113,000 fine from Texas against a doctor accused of prescribing abortion pills to a woman near Dallas.
In NYC and beyond, the spring 2025 allergy season is striking earlier -- and sticking around longer -- than usual this year.
Sleep apnea screenings will be free for New Yorkers under a new law passed at City Hall on Wednesday.
One of Mayor Eric Adams' signature mental health care programs is in question after a City Council report suggested it's ineffective.
Nestlé USA cites consumer complaints, including "one potential choking incident" for recalling products sold nationwide.
The actor died Saturday, March 29, in Waimanalo, Hawai'i of complications following a stroke. He was two days shy of his 91st birthday.
President Trump signed an executive order targeting funding for Smithsonian Institution programs that he says contain "divisive, race-centered ideology."
The Flash: Vertical Velocity coaster is the first "super boomerang" roller coaster in North America.
Hamdan Ballal said Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank beat him in front of his home while filming the assault.
Israeli settlers have beaten up one of the Palestinian co-directors of the Oscar-winning documentary film "No Other Land."
Yordan Alvarez got his first hit this season to lift the Houston Astros to a 2-1 win over the New York Mets on Saturday night.
Atlanta United rallied from two goals down to beat New York City FC 4-3 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Saturday night.
The Brooklyn Nets beat the NBA-worst Washington Wizards 115-112 on Saturday night to end a six-game losing streak.
Nico Hischier scored three goals for his second hat trick of the season and the New Jersey Devils beat the Minnesota Wild 5-2.
The Tampa Bay Lightning beat the New York Islanders 5-3 on Saturday.
Coney Island's amusements are set to open Saturday as the Brooklyn Borough President weighs in on a casino proposal.
Students are swapping their textbooks for shovels in a mission to restore sand dunes at Coney Island Creek.
CBS News New York's Elle McLogan headed to Citi Field to find out what's new on the menu for Mets fans in 2025.
Voters will cast their ballots in Brooklyn in a special election to fill a vacant New York City Council seat
Amid ongoing litigation surrounding noise at Forest Hills Stadium, a new announcement from the NYPD has called the 2025 summer concert season into question.
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."
Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo is way ahead in the latest New York City mayor's race poll. We ask New Yorkers why they think that is.
Writer, actor and comedian Corinne Fisher wants to be the next mayor of New York City. She says her campaign is no joke in this interview with CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer.
Gottheimer is one of 11 people running for governor of New Jersey. Hear why he thinks he should be the Democratic nominee in this interview with CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer.
Gottheimer is one of six Democrats running for New Jersey governor and Fisher isn't joking about her campaign to be New York City's next mayor. Watch the interviews on this episode of "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Barry Williams and Mike Lookinland, who played Greg and Bobby Brady on "The Brady Bunch," will meet fans at The Chocolate Expo in Edison, New Jersey.
