700 gallons of diesel spill at UWS construction site
There was a hazmat situation Tuesday night at a construction site on the Upper West Side.
There was a hazmat situation Tuesday night at a construction site on the Upper West Side.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg must decide whether to pursue a lesser charge in a high-profile case. Earlier this month, a judge dismissed a murder indictment against an Upper West Side nurse accused of killing her husband. She says it was self-defense. CBS2's Alice Gainer sat down for an exclusive interview with the brother of the man who was killed.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg must decide whether to pursue a lesser charge in a high-profile case. Earlier this month, a judge dismissed a murder indictment against an Upper West Side nurse accused of killing her husband. She says it was self-defense. CBS2's Alice Gainer sat down for an exclusive interview with the brother of the man who was killed.
You're allowed to smoke pot recreationally in the state, but businesses need a license to sell. CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
A dog who went for a wild swim across the Hudson is now back home with his family in Manhattan.
It happened around 9:45 p.m. Tuesday on a northbound 2 train.
An Upper West Side nurse will not be prosecuted on murder charges in the death of her estranged husband, a judge decided Friday.
McCarter was charged with murder after the death of her estranged husband in 2020. She says it was self-defense.
A preliminary investigation suggests the 36-year-old worker was installing netting around a supported scaffold on the 15th floor when he fell.
Throughout Wednesday afternoon, crowds gathered on the Upper West Side to watch the balloons for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade get inflated. CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
It's the magical time when giant balloon characters take shape and fly over the Upper West Side, ahead of the 96th annual parade tomorrow morning.
It happened around 3:30 a.m. Saturday on board a southbound 1 train near West 96th Street.
State Assembly member Linda Rosenthal expressed outrage as NYPD continues search for vandal.
Assembly member Linda Rosenthal, who represents the district, expressed outrage as the NYPD continued its search for the vandal. CBS2's Kristine Johnson reports.
The victim's girlfriend pepper sprayed the attacker, who ran away at the 72nd Street station.
Police said the victim's friend then pepper sprayed the attacker, CBS2's John Dias reports.
Police are searching for the suspect behind a stabbing on the subway overnight. CBS2's John Dias has the latest from the scene.
Police say 36-year-old Marada Hayles demanded cash from a tourist from Denmark on Sunday.
A suspect is under arrest in a weekend shooting on the Upper West Side that sent a tourist to the hospital.
For several weeks, he captured hundreds of bikers speeding through red lights as people crossed the road.
The 31-year-old victim apparently told the gunman he didn't have any money and then was shot in the back as he walked away. CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
The suspect reportedly opened fire after the victim said he didn't have any money.
News of the shooting had people who live there feeling uneasy, especially since police have been warning them about citywide mugging patterns, CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
Police said four men were robbing the store when the 29-year-old customer intervened and was wounded, CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports.
Police are searching for a group of suspects they say robbed the store and shot a customer when he tried to intervene. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has reaction from the scene.
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."
NYC Mayor Eric Adams faces arraignment Friday after his indictment on federal bribery and campaign finance charges.
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.
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.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams faces arraignment Friday after his indictment on federal bribery and campaign finance charges.
Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton homered and Gerrit Cole pitched into the 7th in the Yankees' 10-1 win over the Orioles on Thursday.
The incoming head of New York City Public Schools sat down Thursday with CBS News New York, one day after she was appointed to replace the retiring David Banks.
As Mayor Eric Adams faces federal bribery charges, NYC Public Advocate Jumaane Williams would become acting mayor if he resigns.
Read New York City Mayor Eric Adams' five count indictment in New York on conspiracy, wire fraud, and bribery charges here.
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.
This National Voter Registration Day, here's a reminder about how to register to vote across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
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 former Beatles drummer was set to play in Philadelphia with his All Starr Band on Sept. 24 and in New York the following night.
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.
Days after Donald Trump's campaign rally, security is high around Nassau Coliseum again Sunday for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams faces arraignment Friday after his indictment on federal bribery and campaign finance charges.
The incoming head of New York City Public Schools sat down Thursday with CBS News New York, one day after she was appointed to replace the retiring David Banks.
The Biden administration is planning to issue a regulation to cement the sweeping asylum restrictions it enacted at the southern border over the summer.
As Mayor Eric Adams faces federal bribery charges, NYC Public Advocate Jumaane Williams would become acting mayor if he resigns.
Read New York City Mayor Eric Adams' five count indictment in New York on conspiracy, wire fraud, and bribery charges here.
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."
The adventure begins for 16 ordinary Americans as they embark on their trek to the top of the treacherous New Zealand Alps in 'The Summit.'
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.
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.
Aaron Judge homered for the fourth straight game, his 57th overall, but the Yankees lost to the Orioles 9-7 on Wednesday.
The Orioles clinched their second straight playoff berth, overcoming Aaron Judge's 56th home run to beat the Yankees 5-3 on Tuesday night.
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.
We took an inside look at the operations of New York City's primary recycling center during Climate Week 2024.
Frustrated residents in Greenpoint claim a concrete plant in their neighborhood is a bad actor that's polluting their community.
The HOPE Inside Center within the Harlem Wells Fargo has helped more than 500 people increase savings and decrease debt for free.
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."
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.
State Senator Gustavo Rivera joins CBS New York to give his thoughts on Mayor Adams' indictment.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams faces arraignment Friday after his indictment on federal bribery and campaign finance charges. CBS News New York has team coverage.
The development comes as sources tell CBS News New York the city's Department of Investigation has been looking into Sheriff Anthony Miranda and whether his office improperly seized cash from raids on illegal cannabis shops.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is expected to appear in court Friday to be arraigned on federal bribery, conspiracy and campaign finance charges. CBS News New York's Christina Fan and Natalie Duddridge have team coverage of the historic indictment.