Housing development plans for former Flushing Airport site face opposition
The project aims to combat the housing shortage with 3,000 new units at the former site of Flushing Airport.
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The project aims to combat the housing shortage with 3,000 new units at the former site of Flushing Airport.
A large-scale housing development is slated for the former Flushing Airport site in Queens, but some neighbors tell CBS News New York's Elle McLogan they think it's a disaster waiting to happen.
CBS News New York is following up on an investigation it did last year on housing discrimination complaints mishandled by the state.
A CBS News New York investigation last year revealed that the agency left complaints languishing in a filing cabinet called the "Twilight Zone." Reporter Tim McNicholas is now following up with the state to ask what improvements are being made.
There are growing concerns about the nation's housing market. Sales are slowing with homeowners struggling to find buyers in many locations across the country. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman tells us what's behind the sluggishness.
New York City's Rent Guidelines Board will vote Monday on increases for rent-stabilized apartments.
Renters in New York City now have the opportunity to improve their credit scores by paying their rent on time. As CBS News New York's Alecia Reid explains, the program is meant to open new doors for people hoping to one day own a home.
Some renters in New York City now have the opportunity to improve their credit scores while paying their rent.
There was a place that made the dream possible for generations of young actresses. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin introduces us to the Rehearsal Club and its tenants, dubbed the "Cinderellas of West 53rd Street."
The New York City mayor's office of special enforcement is stepping up its crackdown on illegal short-term rentals.
More than 8,600 NYCHA apartments sit vacant, according to city data, even though hundreds of thousands of people are on the waiting list. CBS News New York's Elle McLogan went to Queensbridge Houses to find out what's behind the backlog.
Landlords of rent-stabilized apartments say their costs, including insurance and property assessments, have surged.
New York City's housing crisis, one of the key issues in the mayoral race, was the focus of a town hall Friday in Brooklyn. CBS News New York's Derick Waller was there as Mayor Eric Adams listened to landlords' complaints about sky-high expenses.
They say residents are losing their homes, and they want justice. CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger breaks down their message, and how city and state prosecutors are responding.
Some tell CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal if the increases get approved, they may have to move out of Rochdale Village.
New York City's Rent Guidelines Board took a rare step Tuesday morning, reconsidering its proposed rent hike range, impacting nearly 1 million rent-stabilized apartments. The final vote, however, is still a month away. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge spoke to landlords and tenants, both feeling the pressure.
It promises to deliver tens of thousands of homes and jobs while expanding waterfront access. CBS News New York's Elle McLogan reports.
An organization called The Doe Fund is bringing three new affordable housing buildings to the Bronx
The multi-million dollar investment between Front Street and the Stapleton waterfront will also provide affordable housing. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge took a tour of the area Monday to see what's taking shape.
CBS News New York's Erica Lunsford got an inside a look at an apartment and where the next building is under construction.
Parking problems have plagued one Queens neighborhood for years as residents say businesses catering to airline passengers are taking up valuable street spots.
According to a New York Times report, President Trump is deciding whether to get involved in the New York City mayor's race and is in communication with former Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
Caribbean Women's Health Association offers free doula support citywide as part of an effort to reduce Black maternal mortality rates.
According to court documents, the property owes more than $60 million to creditors.
The New York City Campaign Finance Board has once again denied millions of dollars in matching funds to Mayor Eric Adams' struggling efforts to keep his job.
An air quality alert remains in effect today for parts of the Hudson Valley due to smoke and haze from the Canadian wildfires.
Another air quality alert is in effect Tuesday for NYC, western Long Island, the Hudson Valley, northwest New Jersey and southwest Connecticut.
An earthquake in Hasbrouck Heights, Bergen County, shook parts of New Jersey and New York on Saturday night.
A First Alert Weather Day has been canceled for Friday, along with all severe weather and flood watches across the Tri-State Area.
Storms and flood threats will cause problems in the Tri-State Area through the end of the work week.
Toms River, New Jersey, has passed an ordinance banning people from taking shelter or sleeping inside a municipal parking lot.
An air quality alert remains in effect today for parts of the Hudson Valley due to smoke and haze from the Canadian wildfires.
Some of head coach Aaron Glenn's former teammates showed up at Jets training camp on Monday to assess where the current team is at.
A 2.7 magnitude earthquake shook near Hillsdale, N.J. Tuesday afternoon, the USGS said.
DuPont and two other companies will pay New Jersey up to $2 billion to settle environmental claims stemming from PFAS, commonly referred to as "forever chemicals."
According to court documents, the property owes more than $60 million to creditors.
Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra, 33, died in the incident, police said. She lived in Manhattan, police said.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman took House Homeland Security Committee chair Rep. Andrew Gabarino and former Rep. Peter King on a tour of the new David S. Mack Center for Training and Intelligence Tuesday.
A woman was found dead on a boat in Montauk early Tuesday morning, Suffolk County police said.
Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina said officers got a 911 call from a man who claimed to be holding hostages and threatened to hurt them.
According to a New York Times report, President Trump is deciding whether to get involved in the New York City mayor's race and is in communication with former Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
The New York City Campaign Finance Board has once again denied millions of dollars in matching funds to Mayor Eric Adams' struggling efforts to keep his job.
Public safety and faith took center stage Tuesday in the New York City mayor's race.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman took House Homeland Security Committee chair Rep. Andrew Gabarino and former Rep. Peter King on a tour of the new David S. Mack Center for Training and Intelligence Tuesday.
The way you walk on New York City streets is being monitored. The technology has prompted calls for more transparency.
Caribbean Women's Health Association offers free doula support citywide as part of an effort to reduce Black maternal mortality rates.
So far there have been 73 cases of Legionnaires' disease identified since July 25. Three of those people have died.
When it comes to Legionnaires' disease, this doctor explains how buildings can prevent it and what symptoms to watch for an early diagnosis.
A Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Harlem is blamed for at least three deaths, and NYC officials are warning to watch out for the symptoms.
A case of measles has been confirmed in Passaic County, New Jersey, health officials announced Saturday.
Loni Anderson, who played a struggling radio station's empowered receptionist on the hit TV comedy "WKRP in Cincinnati," died Sunday, just days before her 80th birthday.
A funeral procession for legendary Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne in Birmingham, England, gave fans a chance to pay their respects.
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King and Oprah Daily creative director Adam Glassman appeared in the opening number of the hit Broadway musical.
Paramount Global and Skydance Media agreed to merge last year.
"Feels So Good" is a staple on most smooth-jazz radio stations and has been called one of the most recognized melodies.
Gavin Williams came within two outs of Cleveland's first no-hitter in 44 years and the Guardians completed a three-game sweep of the reeling Mets with a 4-1 win Wednesday.
Jen Pawol is set to become the first woman to umpire in Major League Baseball when she works games this weekend between the Miami Marlins and Atlanta Braves.
A sex toy landed near Indiana's Sophie Cunningham after it was thrown from the stands in L.A. while the Fever played the Sparks in the latest of several such incidents.
Nathan Eovaldi pitched eight sharp innings, Rowdy Tellez blooped a two-run single on a 10-pitch at-bat in the eighth, and the Texas Rangers spoiled Aaron Judge's return with a 2-0 victory over the New York Yankees.
Steven Kwan singled home the tiebreaking run with two outs in the seventh inning, and the Guardians beat the slumping Mets 3-2 on Tuesday night.
Caribbean Women's Health Association offers free doula support citywide as part of an effort to reduce Black maternal mortality rates.
Eastern Parkway between Bedford and Franklin avenues has been named the Greenest Block in Brooklyn for 2025.
Despite sharp divisions, both sides agree the Brooklyn Marine Terminal holds a generational opportunity to reimagine a long-neglected part of the NYC waterfront.
People could traverse the length of Manhattan, from the Brooklyn Bridge to Inwood, for the first time, NYC DOT said.
City officials and ferry riders are expressing optimism as NYC Ferry considers a new Bay Ridge stop on the St. George route.
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.
Two women charged in connection with a deadly crash in Chinatown have now been indicted.
Four teenagers are under arrest after a deadly fight at a Bronx park.
Parking problems have plagued one Queens neighborhood for years as residents say businesses catering to airline passengers are taking up valuable street spots. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner tried to get neighbors in South Ozone Park some help.
Lloyd Williams, the president and CEO of the Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce and a pillar in the community, has died at age 80.
CBS News New York's Scott Padgett says Friday and Saturday are shaping up to be even nicer.
