New York lawmakers struggle with bail reform as part of budget negotiations
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New York lawmakers are passing a bill to ensure state employees get paid through the week. It's a stopgap measure to buy more time as the budget continues to be negotiated.
Bail reform advocates made their message loud and clear as Democratic lawmakers gathered for an update on budget negotiations behind closed doors. CBS2's Aundrea Cline-Thomas reports.
Facing a budget deadline, state lawmakers appear ready to do something that they said only last week was unthinkable.
Bail reform advocates held a virtual press conference, speaking out against the proposals to give judges.
CBS2's Aundrea Cline-Thomas hosts a panel discussion on bail reform, hearing from retired NYPD First Deputy Commissioner Ben Tucker, retired Judge Jeffrey Cohen and Brooklyn Assemblywoman Latrice Walker.
A key criticism about bail reform is that it focuses on those who have been arrested, not the victims of the crime. Jennifer Harrison is on a mission to change that.
CBS2's Aundrea Cline-Thomas speaks with Marvin Mayfield, who spent years of his life on Rikers Island and is now a criminal justice advocate.
Bail reform is one of the most polarizing topics in Albany. It even has Gov. Kathy Hochul negotiating a compromise to implement changes to the law. CBS2's Aundrea Cline-Thomas takes a look at how it all started.
CBS2's Aundrea Cline-Thomas shares what surprised her most.
CBS2's Aundrea Cline-Thomas talks to stakeholders to take a closer look at who is impacted and breaks down what's really going on.
Common ground has not yet been reached on laws that many think are crucial to public safety.
By a margin of more than two to one, voters in New York say bail reform leads to more crime. The issues could also impact Gov. Hochul's political future. CBS2's Marcia Kramer reports.
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Both lawsuits claim construction companies failed to protect workers from unsafe conditions that led to the spread of the disease.
Hurricane Erin is causing dangerous conditions at beaches along the Jersey Shore, NYC and Long Island, where some could see coastal flooding.
The AARP New York-Gotham Polling & Analytics poll surveyed 1,376 likely voters, and found Mamdani well ahead of his nearest challengers with 41.8% support.
Mangione's attorneys say the hearing could lead to recusal of the prosecution, suppression of evidence or even dismissal of the indictment.
These are the top-ranked high schools in New York City and Long Island, U.S. News & World Report says.
Both lawsuits claim construction companies failed to protect workers from unsafe conditions that led to the spread of the disease.
The AARP New York-Gotham Polling & Analytics poll surveyed 1,376 likely voters, and found Mamdani well ahead of his nearest challengers with 41.8% support.
Mangione's attorneys say the hearing could lead to recusal of the prosecution, suppression of evidence or even dismissal of the indictment.
Officials said the 6-year-old was a student at P.S. 89 in Elmhurst, Queens.
Rain chances will increase exponentially throughout the day today around New York and New Jersey.
Fairfield National defeated South Dakota 13-1 to get within one game of playing for the U.S. championship in Williamsport.
Hurricane Erin's track is forecast to stay offshore, but the New York City area and Jersey Shore may still get some impact.
Storms came in fast and furious across the Tri-State Area on Wednesday afternoon and evening.
The New York DMV is warning of a scamming method known as social engineering where you receive texts with links to fake websites.
Hurricane Erin is causing dangerous conditions at beaches along the Jersey Shore, NYC and Long Island, where some could see coastal flooding.
Rain chances will increase exponentially throughout the day today around New York and New Jersey.
The intense moment was caught on the family's home security cameras.
A New Jersey woman says her life was forever changed after she was assaulted back in 2020, but her attacker averted jail time.
If confirmed, it would be the first case of locally acquired malaria in New Jersey since 1991. There are about 100 travel-related cases in the state each year, health officials said.
These are the top-ranked high schools in New York City and Long Island, U.S. News & World Report says.
Rain chances will increase exponentially throughout the day today around New York and New Jersey.
Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder said a weeklong intensive search resulted in 42 arrests.
President Trump's Environmental Protection Agency administrator returned to Long Island to focus on the safety of battery storage plants.
Supporters of the Medicaid cuts say the changes will reduce fraud and abuse, but others worry about impacts to the vulnerable.
The AARP New York-Gotham Polling & Analytics poll surveyed 1,376 likely voters, and found Mamdani well ahead of his nearest challengers with 41.8% support.
Wednesday's hearing was the first time parents of the victims spoke to the Legislature publicly.
President Trump is working to coordinate a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after Monday's talks.
Oklahoma will require applicants for teacher jobs coming from California and New York to pass an exam the GOP-dominated state's top education official says is designed to safeguard against "radical leftist ideology."
Several New York physicians are speaking out against what they say are inhumane conditions at an immigration holding facility in Lower Manhattan.
Both lawsuits claim construction companies failed to protect workers from unsafe conditions that led to the spread of the disease.
If confirmed, it would be the first case of locally acquired malaria in New Jersey since 1991. There are about 100 travel-related cases in the state each year, health officials said.
There are now 108 confirmed cases of the potentially deadly form of pneumonia in Harlem since late July, NYC officials said.
Supporters of the Medicaid cuts say the changes will reduce fraud and abuse, but others worry about impacts to the vulnerable.
A traveler who was infectious with measles spent several hours over two days at Newark Liberty International Airport recently, New Jersey health officials said.
It's leading to a larger conversation on safety and etiquette.
Tickets are on sale now for the fall edition of NYC Broadway Week 2025, when select shows offer two tickets for the price of one.
The Oscar-nominated actor famously played arch-villain General Zod in "Superman" and "Superman II."
The life and work of journalist and educator David Diaz was celebrated Thursday, on the eve of what would've been his 83rd birthday.
A special exhibit celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Bruce Springsteen album "Born to Run" is coming to the Jersey Shore.
The New York Yankees matched a franchise record with nine longballs in a 13-3 win over the Tampa Bay Rays.
The New York Mets pounded Washington 8-1 on Tuesday night for their third straight victory.
Keli Zinn was named the university's next athletic director. She was formerly at Louisiana State University, and was the first female athletic director for West Virginia.
Fairfield National defeated South Dakota 13-1 to get within one game of playing for the U.S. championship in Williamsport.
The NFL and shoe manufacturer Crocs are teaming up to launch a team-inspired footwear collection geared to football fans.
The state says the move will expand protections for swimming and fishing to more than 90% of New York City's waterways.
New York City's tallest subway station will receive long-awaited elevators as part of the MTA's $68 billion capital plan.
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.
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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 Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.
The crash is under investigation, but police say the driver may have suffered a medical episode behind the wheel. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports from the scene.
Two separate lawsuits have been filed over the deadly Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Harlem. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
Hurricane Erin is causing dangerous conditions at beaches along the East Coast, and some areas could see coastal flooding over the coming days. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports from Sea Bright.
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