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Watch Live: Mayor Adams, NYPD officials on Queens school threat
A Queens high school student is under arrest after police were notified of a threat to the school.
Texas man accused of threatening Zohran Mamdani, Queens DA says
A Texas man is accused of making serious threats against New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdaniโ, the Queens DA's office announced.
Mayor Adams, NYPD outline U.N. General Assembly security
"Next week, as global leaders, civil society representatives, press and advocates come together to discuss these issues we have an obligation to ensure that they're able to do it in a safe manner, and we will accomplish this task," Adams said.
Massive fire rips through artist warehouse in Red Hook, Brooklyn
A five-alarm fire in Red Hook, Brooklyn destroyed a warehouse that residents say was housing artwork for an upcoming show.
Judge orders Columbia activist Mahmoud Khalil to be deported to Algeria or Syria
A federal immigration judge has ordered Mahmoud Khalil โ a former Columbia University graduate student linked to pro-Palestinian protests โ to be deported.
ABC pre-empts "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" over Kimmel's Charlie Kirk comments
ABC's announcement came after media giant Nexstar announced in a news release that it would preempt Kimmel's show indefinitely on all its stations over Jimmy Kimmel's remarks.
Rockland County, N.Y. middle schooler accused of sextortion of fellow students
A Rockland County middle school student is under arrest for allegedly soliciting sexually explicit photos from fellow students.
ICE issues detainer against Queens DWI suspect who allegedly intentionally ran over teen
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has issued an immigration detainer against the suspect accused of intentionally ran over a 16-year-old girl, killing her.
Thousands rally in Brooklyn to support increased charter school funding
Thousands of parents, students, and educators marched across the Brooklyn Bridge on Thursday to demand fair funding for New York City's charter schoolsโ.
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U.N. General Assembly means stepped up security across NYC
Officials emphasized there are no specific or credible threats. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
Texas man arraigned for allegedly making threats against Mamdani
Prosecutors say 44-year-old Jeremy Fistel, of Plano, Texas, threatened the Queens assemblyman on multiple occasions between June and July. CBS News New York's Mahsa Saeidi reports.
First Alert Weather: Fantastic finish to the summer
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku is calling for sunny skies and temperatures in the upper 70s and low 80s through Sunday.
Red Hook, Brooklyn warehouse fire under investigation
Residents tell CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook the building was housing artwork for an upcoming show, and that some of their lifelong work may be destroyed.
Rally held to demand funding charter schools
Organizers of the rally say charter schools educate one in six city students, and say that those students attend college at five times the national average. The schools however do not receive the same funding or access to school buildings as district schools.
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First Alert Weather: Fantastic finish to the summer
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku is calling for sunny skies and temperatures in the upper 70s and low 80s through Sunday.
First Alert Weather 101: Have a meteorologist visit your classroom!
From the science of forecasting to weather safety โ First Alert Weather 101 is an interactive way to get students thinking about STEM. There's also a chance your students might be on TV.
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Texas man accused of threatening Zohran Mamdani, Queens DA says
A Texas man is accused of making terroristic threats against NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdaniโ, the Queens DA's office announced.
Assembly Speaker Heastie endorses Zohran Mamdani for mayor
New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie joins the list of people endorsing Zohran Mamdani for mayor of NYC.
Mayor Adams touts his legacy leading NYC, blasts some Mamdani supporters
Incumbent Eric Adams insisted Tuesday he's not giving up on his quest to get reelected as mayor of New York City, despite his low standing in the polls.
Hochul widens lead over Stefanik in race for governor, poll shows
The poll of more than 800 voters found New York Gov. Kathy Hochul with 52% over Stefanik with 27% in next year's governor election.
Poll finds cost of living, call for change drive Mamdani's lead in NYC mayor's race
New poll on New York mayor's race finds Trump is a factor. Voters say next mayor should oppose sending National Guard to New York City.
Trump calls Hochul's endorsement of Mamdani "very bad" for NYC
Mr. Trump called Hochul's endorsement of Mamdani a "rather shocking development, and a very bad one for New York City."
Kathy Hochul endorses Zohran Mamdani in NYC mayor election
The New York governor announced her endorsement of Mamdani in an op-ed published by The New York Times.
AG James talks about being on President Trump's "enemies list"
New York Attorney General Letitia James has become a frequent adversary of President Trumpโ and a big factor in the election for NYC mayor.
Skyrocketing electricity bills amp up race for New Jersey governor
PSE&G said it increased its rate by 17% in June.
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Some CUNY students accused of cheating say they haven't gotten a hearing
Critics say the program is putting the future of graduates at risk.
Workers, guests left in the lurch as 3 LuxUrban hotels suddenly shut down
Families and tourists paid for a Manhattan hotel, but at check-in they were suddenly turned away and left scrambling to find a room for a night.
4 NYPD officers should be disciplined for beating shelter worker, CCRB says
The Civilian Complaint Review Board is recommending discipline for NYPD officers involved in the beating and arrest of a homeless shelter worker in Brooklyn, CBS News New York has learned.
Simple E-ZPass mistakes cost a Staten Island man thousands
Tyler Rivera says he unknowingly racked up thousands of dollars in E-ZPass late fees and fines -- nearly five times the cost of the original tolls.
Complaints about deepfake AI videos more than doubled this year, FBI says
Legislation is in place to battle deepfakes, but at least one lawmaker says not nearly enough is being done to crack down on the practice.
Bronx day care death leads to more questions than answers
Urgent questions are being raised about hazards at a New York City day care that state inspectors apparently missed before River Wilson was found unresponsive in a pool.
Deceptive weight loss ads prompt warning from FTC: "Know what you're signing up for"
The federal government just reached a settlement with one company after investigators say it used deceptive claims and fake reviews to trick customers.
New York DMV warns of rise in texts with links to fake websites
The New York DMV is warning of a scamming method known as social engineering where you receive texts with links to fake websites.
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New Yorkers could be owed lost money, state comptroller says
The state comptroller's office says a new law is helping New Yorkers get faster returns.
Simple E-ZPass mistakes cost a Staten Island man thousands
Tyler Rivera says he unknowingly racked up thousands of dollars in E-ZPass late fees and fines -- nearly five times the cost of the original tolls.
Manhattan woman helps mother's art find new life after cancer diagnosis
Barbara Quart, 90, has painted nearly every day since she retired from teaching literature 30 years ago.
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Yankees take series from Twins after 10-5 win
Trent Grisham homered twice and Cody Bellinger also went deep as the New York Yankees beat the Minnesota Twins 10-5.
Machado's tiebreaking grand slam sends Padres to 7-4 win over Mets
New York remained 1 1/2 games ahead of Arizona for the final NL playoff spot.
New York City tops the Crew 3-2 for 6th win in 8 matches
New York City is tied with Nashville for fourth place in the Eastern Conference standings with 50 points.
Phoenix beats New York 86-60 to even best-of-3 WNBA playoff series
The decisive Game 3 will be Friday night in Phoenix.
Thousands of Ryder Cup volunteers begin arriving at Bethpage Black
More than 250,000 spectators will be in Farmingdale next week. Volunteers will be tasked with everything from giving directions to keeping Bethpage State Park shining.
Cost of Caregiving
Aging in place "a big decision" for some families caring for older people
More seniors are living safely in their homes instead of going to assisted living facilities. The practice is known as aging in place.
Aging in place decisions can be expensive, but worth it
More seniors are living safely in their homes instead of going to assisted living facilities. The practice is known as aging in place. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Former singer with The Platters found after going missing for days
Sandra Hall, 80, is the former singer for the hit group The Platters.
State-of-the-art Alzheimer's Center opening on Long Island
John Dias was on Amityville, Long island where there's a new state-of-the art center trying to provide resources and support for many families.
Seth Rogen among celebrities sharing real-life stories of caregiving
Caregiving is a tough job that affects everyone, regardless of their celebrity or financial status. That's why some big names are using their platforms to help others who are going through the same thing.
#ClubCalvi: CBS New York Book Club with Mary Calvi
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#ClubCalvi: CBS New York Book Club with Mary Calvi
Adriana Trigiani reveals how her big Italian family inspired "The View from Lake Como"
In September's Club Calvi meet-up, Adriana Trigiani talks to Mary Calvi about the inspiration behind her bestseller "The View from Lake Como." The author also shares some of her best writing tips.
Author Rebecca Stead on new book "The Experiment"
CBS News New York's Mary Calvi sits down with author Rebecca Stead about her highly anticipated new novel "The Experiment"
Club Calvi has voted for our next fall read
The new book "The Cut" by Richard Armitage is Club Calvi's Readers' Choice for September 2025
Mary Calvi and author Adriana Trigiani talk "The View From Lake Como"
Calvi and Trigani visited the iconic Patsy's restaurant in Midtown to discuss her book "The View From Lake Como."
Club Calvi set to vote for next fall read
Your choices for Club Calvi's next book are: "The Cut" by Richard Armitage, "The Wilderness" by Angela Flournoy and "The Girl in the Green Dress" by Mariah Fredericks.
#BetterTogether: Class Act with Chris Wragge
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Commack High School's legendary band teacher retiring
Commack High School's legendary band teacher, Dr. Frank Hansen, is retiring after 40 years.
Commack High School packed with state-of-the-art programs
From its stock trading floor to an esports arena, Long Island's Commack High School has something for every student.
Class Act with Chris Wragge headed to Commack High School
Join us this Friday morning as we go live from Commack High School on Long Island.
Lodi High School raising chickens as part of agricultural program
Chickens have stolen the hearts of the entire student body at Lodi High School in Bergen County, New Jersey.
Lodi High School offers hands-on experience in med lab
Lodi High School in New Jersey boasts a state-of-the-art medical lab that features patient intake, diagnostic tools, phlebotomy training and virtual reality goggles, for starters.
Class Act with Chris Wragge coming to Lodi, New Jersey
Chris Wragge is headed to Lodi High School in New Jersey for our next Class Act.
Class Act visits Denzel Washington School of the Arts
Denzel Washington School of the Arts in Mount Vernon prepares students for college and careers in the arts industry.
Our next Class Act school visit announced
CBS News New York's Class Act with Chris Wragge is headed to a special school this Friday in Mount Vernon.
Morristown High School welcomes Class Act with Chris Wragge
Morristown High School in New Jersey welcomed CBS News New York's Chris Wragge on Friday for the latest installment of Class Act.
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ICE issues detainer against Queens DWI suspect who allegedly intentionally ran over teen
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has issued an immigration detainer against the suspect accused of intentionally ran over a 16-year-old girl, killing her.
Thousands rally in Brooklyn to support increased charter school funding
Thousands of parents, students, and educators marched across the Brooklyn Bridge on Thursday to demand fair funding for New York City's charter schoolsโ.
Texas man accused of threatening Zohran Mamdani, Queens DA says
A Texas man is accused of making terroristic threats against NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdaniโ, the Queens DA's office announced.
NYC stepping up security for U.N. General Assembly
"As global leaders, civil society representatives, press and advocates come together to discuss these issues we have an obligation to ensure that they're able to do it in a safe manner," NYC Mayor Eric Adams said.
Man accused in apartment rental scheme turns himself in, police say
A man who police say was the mastermind behind a Manhattan apartment rental scheme has turned himself in to authorities.
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2026 World Cup tickets presale process lengthy for some
The first opportunity to get your hands on FIFA 2026 World Cup tickets started at 11 a.m. on Wednesday and will run until 11 a.m. on Sept. 19โ.
Horseshoe crabs in Long Island Sound may be headed for extinction
The threat stems from climate change, loss of habitat, and overharvesting.
Map shows coastal flood advisory for parts of Tri-State Area
A coastal flood advisory is in effect today for parts of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, as rain and cool temperatures take over.
2026 World Cup tickets presale for MetLife Stadium begins
The first opportunity to secure tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in East Rutherford, New Jersey, is underway.
Early detection is key for those with high risk of breast cancer, doctors say
Doctors say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer.
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Video shows black bear roaming the aisles of New Jersey store
The bear was euthanized after it bit a woman. Witnesses said it had been acting strange before the attack.
N.J. now allows human composting as an alternative to traditional burial
Before a bill signing last week, New Jersey residents who were interested would have to seek the process out of state.
Tyrod Taylor to start at QB for Jets against Buccaneers
With Justin Fields still feeling the effects of a concussion, winless New York will turn to its veteran backup on Sunday.
Sewage-like smell leaves residents in N.J. towns exasperated
Just about everyone who lives on Hopper Street tells a similar story. The smell has been around for a while and nobody seems to know why.
Rounds of rain expected in parts of the Tri-State Area today
Grab the umbrella before you leave the house today, because rounds of rain are possible off and on throughout the day.
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Thousands of Ryder Cup volunteers begin arriving at Bethpage Black
More than 250,000 spectators will be in Farmingdale next week. Volunteers will be tasked with everything from giving directions to keeping Bethpage State Park shining.
New Yorkers could be owed lost money, state comptroller says
The state comptroller's office says a new law is helping New Yorkers get faster returns.
3 more PGA of America majors coming to New York in next 10 years
The KPMG Women's PGA will be played on the Black Course at Bethpage Black in 2028, while the PGA Championship will go to Bethpage Black for the second time in 2033.
Destructive Redbay ambrosia beetle found for the first time on Long Island
A new bug in New York that is small in size is causing serious damage to certain trees.
Long Island mom demands answers after 7-year-old is left unattended on school bus
The boy's emergency cellphone helped locate him.
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Texas man accused of threatening Zohran Mamdani, Queens DA says
A Texas man is accused of making terroristic threats against NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdaniโ, the Queens DA's office announced.
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CDC's vaccine advisory panel to vote on measles, hepatitis B shots
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices is meeting to discuss and vote on hepatitis B and measles, mumps, rubella and varicella vaccines for children.
NYC stepping up security for U.N. General Assembly
"As global leaders, civil society representatives, press and advocates come together to discuss these issues we have an obligation to ensure that they're able to do it in a safe manner," NYC Mayor Eric Adams said.
Judge orders Columbia activist Mahmoud Khalil to be deported to Algeria or Syria
A federal immigration judge has ordered Mahmoud Khalil โ a former Columbia University graduate student linked to pro-Palestinian protests โ to be deported.
Trump announces he's designating antifa as a "major terrorist organization"
President Trump late Wednesday called for investigations into alleged funders of antifa.
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2 cases of measles confirmed in NYC, Department of Health says
The agency said it is working to identify and notify people who may have been exposed.
New Jersey expands COVID vaccine access, health department announces
State health officials say the executive directive eliminates barriers to access for New Jersey residents.
Double-lung transplant gives 9/11 first responder a second chance at life
The new lungs can triple the length of survival and can even last decades. If not, a second transplant is an option.
Komen NYC Race for the Cure raises $588,000 for breast cancer research
This year marks 35 years of Koman's annual event raising money for breast cancer research, advocacy and support.
Early detection is key for those with high risk of breast cancer, doctors say
Doctors say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer.
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ABC pre-empts "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" over Kimmel's Charlie Kirk comments
ABC's announcement came as media giants Nexstar and Sinclair announced they would preempt Jimmy Kimmel's show indefinitely on all their stations over his remarks.
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Cardi B on expecting baby with Stefon Diggs and falling in love again
Cardi B confirmed on "CBS Mornings" that she is pregnant and having a baby with boyfriend, NFL wide receiver Stefon Diggs.
Remembering Robert Redford: Photos show Hollywood star in iconic films
Pictures show Robert Redford in classic films including "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "Three Days of the Condor."
Robert Redford, charismatic star and Oscar-winning director, dies at age 89
One of Hollywood's leading actors, Robert Redford starred in such movies as "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "The Way We Were."
Who won Emmy Awards for 2025? See the full winners list here.
Netflix's "Adolescence" won big at the 77th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, earning six awards, including best limited series.
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Yankees take series from Twins after 10-5 win
Trent Grisham homered twice and Cody Bellinger also went deep as the New York Yankees beat the Minnesota Twins 10-5.
Machado's tiebreaking grand slam sends Padres to 7-4 win over Mets
New York remained 1 1/2 games ahead of Arizona for the final NL playoff spot.
New York City tops the Crew 3-2 for 6th win in 8 matches
New York City is tied with Nashville for fourth place in the Eastern Conference standings with 50 points.
Phoenix beats New York 86-60 to even best-of-3 WNBA playoff series
The decisive Game 3 will be Friday night in Phoenix.
Thousands of Ryder Cup volunteers begin arriving at Bethpage Black
More than 250,000 spectators will be in Farmingdale next week. Volunteers will be tasked with everything from giving directions to keeping Bethpage State Park shining.
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Teacher walking every block in Brooklyn finds forgotten history along the way
Christopher Burke estimates he's covered almost the entire western half of the borough, and is more than halfway through.
Queens neighborhood's beloved gnome bench stolen from garden
Neighbors in Queens are baffled by the sudden disappearance of their quirky local landmark.
Iconic New York State Pavilion getting $50 million renovation
New York City expects the World's Fair monument to reopen for limited tours by the end of 2026.
How NYC's volunteer firefighters stepped up after 9/11
Decades later, many members of the Gerritsen Beach Volunteer Fire Department continue to face health consequences from their service.
Bath Beach pedestrian bridge reconstruction project drags behind schedule
The 17th Avenue pedestrian bridge reconstruction is now at least two years behind schedule.
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Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
PHOTOS: 2024 Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade held in NYC
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flock to New York Comic Con 2024. See photos.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
Photos: Thousands flood NYC streets for Israel Day on Fifth Parade
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
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U.N. General Assembly means stepped up security across NYC
Officials emphasized there are no specific or credible threats. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
Texas man arraigned for allegedly making threats against Mamdani
Prosecutors say 44-year-old Jeremy Fistel, of Plano, Texas, threatened the Queens assemblyman on multiple occasions between June and July. CBS News New York's Mahsa Saeidi reports.
First Alert Weather: Fantastic finish to the summer
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku is calling for sunny skies and temperatures in the upper 70s and low 80s through Sunday.
Red Hook, Brooklyn warehouse fire under investigation
Residents tell CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook the building was housing artwork for an upcoming show, and that some of their lifelong work may be destroyed.
Rally held to demand funding charter schools
Organizers of the rally say charter schools educate one in six city students, and say that those students attend college at five times the national average. The schools however do not receive the same funding or access to school buildings as district schools.
