Approximately 200 people displaced in Baldwin, N.Y. building fire
A large fire destroyed an apartment building in Nassau County Thursday, and now dozens of families on Long Island have no place to call home.
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A large fire destroyed an apartment building in Nassau County Thursday, and now dozens of families on Long Island have no place to call home.
A woman was likely bitten by a shark while swimming at Long Island's Jones Beach earlier this week, New York State Parks officials said Friday.
Former New York Rep. Carolyn McCarthy, known as a prominent advocate for gun control, has died at the age of 81.
According to officials, the 2-year-old boy was left strapped into a booster seat in 100-degree temperatures.
A Suffolk County organization that raises money for cancer patients has been forced to make a tough decision.
Tuesday is another First Alert Weather Day around NYC as extreme heat and humidity grip the region.
NYC faces another excessive heat warning Tuesday, while parts of Long Island and New Jersey are under a heat advisory.
Saturday marked the first full day of summer 2025 in NYC after the summer solstice occurred at 10:41 p.m. Friday.
A Long Island teenager says a Navy SEAL museum and the people who run it inspired him to overcome an unthinkable challenge.
A grassroots organization is using a new tool to alert communities to sightings of federal immigration agents amid an uptick in enforcement on Long Island and President Trump's directive to expand deportation efforts in Democratic-run cities like New York.
A Democratic candidate hoping to run Hempstead, a longtime Republican stronghold, says he's not happy about the legality of appointing -- not electing -- town supervisors.
There is controversy over a New York State Regents exam study packet that inaccurately defines Zionism and includes factual errors on the history of the conflict.
Authorities say the driver died when the car crashed into the Manhasset Quaker Meeting House on Northern Blvd. near Onderdonk Ave.
A bill that would make it standard issue for first responders to carry EpiPens or other devices for life-threatening allergies is now in Congress.
Police on Long Island are warning about a fraud scheme targeting people looking to buy high end dogs online.
It's a First Alert Weather Day Wednesday due to the threat of isolated, severe thunderstorms.
Members of the public will have an opportunity Wednesday to sound off on a potential casino coming to the heart of New York City.
New York City police officers shot a gunman who was involved in a shootout in Brooklyn on Tuesday, authorities say.
Pete Alonso hit a two-run home run against the Braves on Tuesday night, moving him past Darryl Strawberry and into first place on the Mets' all-time homer list.
For the first time, New York City's Central Park Conservancy is calling for a ban on carriage horses in the park.
It's a First Alert Weather Day Wednesday due to the threat of isolated, severe thunderstorms.
The New York DMV is warning of a scamming method known as social engineering where you receive texts with links to fake websites.
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.
It's a First Alert Weather Day Wednesday due to the threat of isolated, severe thunderstorms.
In the latest installment in our "Breaking the Stigma" series, reporter Cindy Hsu went to the beach in the Rockaways to learn more about surf therapy.
Officials said a leak preventing water pressure from returning following a massive water main break in Paterson, N.J. is being repaired.
Two people drowned in separate incidents in the water in Seaside Heights, New Jersey, and Brooklyn on Monday night.
A chilling 911 call was released Monday in the Franklin Township, New Jersey double murder-suicide from earlier this month.
It's a First Alert Weather Day Wednesday due to the threat of isolated, severe thunderstorms.
Billy Joel will be closing 20th Century Cycles, his popular motorcycle shop on Long Island.
Over two dozen dogs have been rescued from a Long Island home that officials say has been deemed unsafe.
In just a few weeks, experts predict traffic on the Long Island Expressway is expected to get worse. That's because a federal program allowing electric vehicles into the express HOV lane is set to end.
According to court documents, the property owes more than $60 million to creditors.
Gov. Kathy Hochul is slamming President Trump for threatening to send the National Guard to New York to fight crime.
Russia has signaled to the U.S. that it may be willing to end the war in Ukraine, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told reporters Tuesday.
A federal judge said he would block the Trump administration from using a Manhattan federal building to hold immigrants facing deportation unless it improves conditions there.
President Trump is calling up the D.C. National Guard and federal law enforcement to address crime in the capital.
A chilling 911 call was released Monday in the Franklin Township, New Jersey double murder-suicide from earlier this month.
A deadly Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City has set health and community leaders on a campaign to educate the public on ways to prevent the bacteria from growing and spreading.
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.
Members of the public will have an opportunity Wednesday to sound off on a potential casino coming to the heart of New York City.
Billy Joel will be closing 20th Century Cycles, his popular motorcycle shop on Long Island.
Known for her role as Dee Thomas on the 1970s sitcom "What's Happening," Danielle Spencer has died at the age of 60.
Taylor Swift announced her 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," after a countdown tease on her website. She didn't say when it would be released.
Paramount will become the new home to all UFC events in the U.S., while UFC's CEO says the White House may host a July 4 event broadcast on CBS.
Carlos Rodón allowed one hit in seven innings as the Yankees routed the Twins 9-1 on Tuesday night.
Pete Alonso broke the Mets' franchise home run record as New York beat the Braves 13-5 on Tuesday night.
Pete Alonso hit a two-run home run against the Braves on Tuesday night, moving him past Darryl Strawberry and into first place on the Mets' all-time homer list.
Tyrod Taylor will be sidelined through the preseason after recent knee surgery, but the team expects he should be ready for the regular-season opener.
Will Warren gave up three hits and two runs in 6 2/3 innings and the Yankees went on to a 6-2 win over the Twins on Monday night.
Residents say they approved a plan which included affordable housing but are now facing a shelter for 169 families.
Some Bay Ridge homeowners say the city's plan for 50 new Citi Bike docking stations is too big and too dangerous.
Nature lovers can now enjoy a new network of trails in Brooklyn's Prospect Park.
A youth gardening program at the Wyckoff House Museum offers East Flatbush students hands-on farming experience, community connection and their first paid job opportunities.
Rockaway Beach is seeing a surge in visitors, who are bringing more cars and more trash to the area.
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.
Video taken at Marina 59 on Beach 59th Street in Arverne shows several boats engulfed in flames.
New York City police officers shot a gunman who was involved in a shootout in Brooklyn on Tuesday, authorities say. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
It's a First Alert Weather Day Wednesday due to the potential for powerful afternoon storms. CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku reports.
Members of the public will have an opportunity to sound off on a potential casino coming to the heart of New York City. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for August 12 at 11 p.m.
