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Noah Syndergaard, who has fully embraced his Thor nickname, posted a photo of the lightning strike on Twitter on Monday night with the message: "Dear Empire State Building: Wasn't me (For liability purposes only)."
The recent buzz about the Mets being interested in Brewers catcher Jonathan Lucroy has died, but that doesn't change the fact that New York needs help on offense.
At last year's trade deadline, Sandy Alderson fed a big meal to New York Mets fans hungry for a title, acquiring Yoenis Cespedes. This year, the general manager is more likely to add a side of fries.
The Mets have enough grinders and guys who know how to gut their way through the tough times and ride the hot streaks.
Mike Piazza is more than a catcher, more than a home run hitter, and more than a newly-minted baseball immortal. He doubles as a social experiment, a perfect emblem of the steroid era.
Piazza is the lowest-drafted player to reach the Hall of Fame. He made it in on his fourth try.
Steven Matz pitched six scoreless innings and Jose Reyes drilled a go-ahead RBI triple to lead the New York Mets to a 3-0 win over the Miami Marlins on Sunday afternoon at Marlins Park.
Losing what was supposed to be a pitching duel was Jacob deGrom (6-5), who lasted just 3 2/3 innings -- the second shortest outing of his career. DeGrom allowed 10 hits, one walk and five runs.
Jose Reyes, playing his first game in Marlins Park since 2012, had a major role in three New York rallies as the Mets defeated the Miami Marlins 5-3 on Friday night.
On Sunday, Piazza will join Tom Seaver as the only Mets in the Hall. With Mets fans expected to turn out in full force Sunday, the induction ceremony should turn into a Piazza love fest.
The Mets (50-44) currently sit in third place in the National League East, six games behind the division-leading Nationals and 1½ games back of the Marlins for second place as well as the second wild-card spot.
The Mets' four-game sweep of the Cubs seems so long ago now, even though it culminated at the beginning of July.
Anthony Rizzo homered twice as the Cubs (57-37) claimed two wins in the three-game series while the Mets (50-44) suffered their second loss in three contests.
Mark Teixeira is injured. Again. This time it was a foul ball off his foot. Last month, he missed 18 games with torn cartilage in his knee, an issue he must manage with occasional days off.
It's hard to argue with Familia's stats, or with perfection. Indeed, he has converted 49 consecutive save opportunities, which blows away team records, and blows the mind.
Trent Grisham homered twice and Cody Bellinger also went deep as the New York Yankees beat the Minnesota Twins 10-5.
New York remained 1 1/2 games ahead of Arizona for the final NL playoff spot.
New York City is tied with Nashville for fourth place in the Eastern Conference standings with 50 points.
The decisive Game 3 will be Friday night in Phoenix.
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.
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.
With Justin Fields still feeling the effects of a concussion, winless New York will turn to its veteran backup on Sunday.
David Bednar just held on to get the final three outs, and the New York Yankees held on to beat the Minnesota Twins 10-9 after nearly wasting a nine-run lead.
The Mets hit four home runs in their 8-3 victory over the visiting Padres on Tuesday night.
The holding facility came under fire earlier this summer over accusations people were being held there in unsanitary conditions.
Elie Wiesel is just the 18th honoree in the United States Postal Service's "Distinguished Americans" series.
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.
The state comptroller's office says a new law is helping New Yorkers get faster returns.
The victim's daughter says her mother has not been able to verbally communicate.
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.
Doctors say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer.
The bear was euthanized after it bit a woman. Witnesses said it had been acting strange before the attack.
Before a bill signing last week, New Jersey residents who were interested would have to seek the process out of state.
With Justin Fields still feeling the effects of a concussion, winless New York will turn to its veteran backup on Sunday.
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.
Grab the umbrella before you leave the house today, because rounds of rain are possible off and on throughout the day.
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.
The state comptroller's office says a new law is helping New Yorkers get faster returns.
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.
A new bug in New York that is small in size is causing serious damage to certain trees.
The boy's emergency cellphone helped locate him.
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.
The Federal Reserve is cutting its benchmark interest rate as the U.S. economy faces headwinds, including a faltering labor market.
FBI Director Kash Patel appeared before the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday for a second day of questioning by lawmakers.
Former CDC Director Susan Monarez and Chief Medical Officer Debra Houry testified before a Senate panel weeks after departing in a dramatic shakeup at the health agency.
Former President Barack Obama addressed recent acts of political violence during remarks at a Pennsylvania nonprofit on Tuesday.
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.
Doctors say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer.
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.
Cardi B confirmed on "CBS Mornings" that she is pregnant and having a baby with boyfriend, NFL wide receiver Stefon Diggs.
Pictures show Robert Redford in classic films including "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "Three Days of the Condor."
One of Hollywood's leading actors, Robert Redford starred in such movies as "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "The Way We Were."
Netflix's "Adolescence" won big at the 77th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, earning six awards, including best limited series.
Trent Grisham homered twice and Cody Bellinger also went deep as the New York Yankees beat the Minnesota Twins 10-5.
New York remained 1 1/2 games ahead of Arizona for the final NL playoff spot.
New York City is tied with Nashville for fourth place in the Eastern Conference standings with 50 points.
The decisive Game 3 will be Friday night in Phoenix.
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.
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.
The 17th Avenue pedestrian bridge reconstruction is now at least two years behind schedule.
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.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for September 17 at 11 p.m.
Last week, members of St. Vladimir Orthodox Seminary approached a Yonkers Police officer to hand over what they thought were drugs found on their property.
Rosh Hashanah begins next week, marking the beginning of the Jewish High Holidays. As CBS News New York's Alecia Reid reports, the NYPD is already taking steps to keep observances safe.
A man accused in a grand larceny case involving a fake lease for a New York City apartment has turned himself in, police say.
Mayor Eric Adams set the stage Wednesday for a potential ban of horse-drawn carriages in New York City. The tradition dates back to the 1850s. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos spoke with carriage drivers who say the fight is not over.
