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Sen. Richard Blumenthal said if federal agencies are not empowered to raise the penalties for safety violations, legislation will be enacted to achieve a higher safety standard.
Authorities say a state police dive team found the body of the 40-year-old man, whose name has not been released, overnight.
Rescue crews headed out on Monday in search of a missing canoeist in Norwalk, Connecticut.
Memorial day has one former Marine colonel making an effort to honor his own son and others who paid the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
A round of severe storms swept into the Tri-State Area Friday evening, bringing hail, lightning, and flooding that left cars submerged in at least one area.
A slower-than-usual hurricane season is expected this year because of an expected El Nino, federal forecasters said Thursday, but they warned that it takes only one storm to wreak havoc and urged Americans to be prepared.
Connecticut Gov. Dannel Malloy has signed a bill that sets a penalty of up to $1,000 for drivers caught texting or talking while driving.
Fearful that her family would learn she was not graduating, a 22-year-old woman phoned in bomb threats to Quinnipiac University on Sunday to try and force commencement ceremonies to be canceled, police said.
A Newington, Conn., teen said she never expected Vice President Joe Biden to answer her invitation to her high school prom -- seven months later.
Edualin Tapia and Guillermo Esteban Margarin were arrested in Hartford, Conn. Friday. They face charges of criminal possession of a controlled substance and conspiracy.
What happens when you invite Vice President Joe Biden to your prom? Chances are he won't show. But he doesn't ignore it, either.
Quinnipiac University officials say commencement for the school's College of Arts and Sciences was moved indoors due to a ``security threat.''
Heavy rains pounded the area and prompted a flash flood warning Friday night, but a sunny weekend was set to follow.
Spokeswoman Marjorie Andres said service was suspended during Friday's morning rush due to a downed overhead catenary electric line lying across three tracks in Cos Cob, Conn.
The couple stood before a judge holding hands during their appearance at Norwalk Superior Court and were told to return on June 17. They did not answer questions from reporters after the hearing.
The first night of the Jewish New Year means families are gathering for feasts around the table. The dishes are often passed down through generations.
As the U.S. approaches its 250th birthday, locals are fighting to preserve the city's only museum on an active military installation.
DA Alvin Bragg recently told CBS News New York investigates the stolen information was being purchased with cryptocurrency.
In New York City, about 250,000 children are being raised by relatives - mainly grandparents.
In a first on Long Island, the East Meadow Fire Department is using new virtual reality training to simulate life or death situations.
With fall set to officially arrive on Monday, many are wondering when and where they can enjoy the beautiful change in leaves that occurs annually.
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. 19.
The threat stems from climate change, loss of habitat, and overharvesting.
A coastal flood advisory is in effect today for parts of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, as rain and cool temperatures take over.
The first opportunity to secure tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in East Rutherford, New Jersey, is underway.
Property taxes, schools, and the president were all hot topics during Sunday night's debate.
President Trump loomed large over the New Jersey gubernatorial debate between Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli.
The first general election debate in the New Jersey gubernatorial race is Sunday, Sept. 21.
The New Jersey native spoke at a Manhattan gala supporting the Israel Defense Forces after spending more than a year in Hamas custody.
The mysterious crack on Smith Street, a major thoroughfare near the border of Woodbridge Township and Perth Amboy, formed on Sept. 8 and it has been shut down since.
The first night of the Jewish New Year means families are gathering for feasts around the table. The dishes are often passed down through generations.
In a first on Long Island, the East Meadow Fire Department is using new virtual reality training to simulate life or death situations.
The first day of competition between Team USA and Team Europe on the famed Black Course is on Thursday, but practice rounds began Monday.
The grandmother on a fixed income said she dropped three checks into a mailbox outside the North Babylon Post Office, but none made it to the payees.
With fall set to officially arrive on Monday, many are wondering when and where they can enjoy the beautiful change in leaves that occurs annually.
Trump to speak at the U.N. General Assembly as he contends with Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the Israel-Hamas war, and disagrees with some world leaders on a Palestinian state.
Property taxes, schools, and the president were all hot topics during Sunday night's debate.
The Trump administration announced it believes acetaminophen is linked to autism risk, but the maker of Tylenol and medical experts have strongly pushed back on the claims.
Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic frontrunner, initially said Monday he would not participate in an upcoming town hall on WABC-TV. It's now being rescheduled.
President Trump loomed large over the New Jersey gubernatorial debate between Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli.
His doctors put him on a combination of targeted therapy and immunotherapy.
The agency said it is working to identify and notify people who may have been exposed.
State health officials say the executive directive eliminates barriers to access for New Jersey residents.
The new lungs can triple the length of survival and can even last decades. If not, a second transplant is an option.
This year marks 35 years of Koman's annual event raising money for breast cancer research, advocacy and support.
Combs faces an Oct. 3 sentencing after his conviction by a Manhattan jury on two charges that outlaw interstate commerce related to prostitution.
"Jimmy Kimmel Live!" had been preempted on Wednesday following comments Kimmel made on the show in response to the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Miles Mykkanen has come a long way since his musical theater dreams shifted to opera at the Juilliard School at Lincoln Center.
Saturday's rally was led by artists and comedians who targeted President Trump and called on corporations and the community to stand up for free speech.
British artist Morrissey has canceled two New England concerts, including Saturday's in Boston, after he received a death threat.
The first day of competition between Team USA and Team Europe on the famed Black Course is on Thursday, but practice rounds began Monday.
Rookie running back scores another touchdown, finishes with 121 yards from scrimmage in 22-9 loss on Sunday night.
Ben Rice's tiebreaking grand slam in the top of the 10th inning lifted the New York Yankees to a 7-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday, keeping the pressure on first-place Toronto in the AL East.
The Mets' 3-2 defeat on Sunday dropped them into a tie with the streaking Reds for the final National League wild card.
Chase McLaughlin kicked a 36-yard field goal as time expired and the Buccaneers rallied for a 29-27 victory over the Jets on Sunday.
As the U.S. approaches its 250th birthday, locals are fighting to preserve the city's only museum on an active military installation.
Christopher Burke estimates he's covered almost the entire western half of the borough, and is more than halfway through.
Neighbors in Queens are baffled by the sudden disappearance of their quirky local landmark.
New York City expects the World's Fair monument to reopen for limited tours by the end of 2026.
Decades later, many members of the Gerritsen Beach Volunteer Fire Department continue to face health consequences from their service.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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 judge is expected to rule on outstanding motions and set a trial date.
Lawyers for music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs urged a New York federal judge Monday to sentence him early next month to no more than 14 months in prison for his conviction on two prostitution-related charges, meaning he'd go free almost immediately if the judge agreed.
It happened Monday night at Broadway and 261st Street. The NYPD says the 37-year-old driver turned off the vehicle and got out of the bus. The empty bus then rolled backward and struck the retaining wall.
Tuesday's expected to be the worst of the Gridlock Alert Days so far this year in New York City as President Trump speaks at the United Nations General Assembly. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook and Christina Fan have team coverage.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has a look at the First Alert Weather Forecast.
