Demanding Answers: Massive Cost Overruns For New York City To Rebuild After Sandy
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There are disturbing revelations about New York City's efforts to rebuild after Superstorm Sandy.
A public battle Thursday to outfit the NYPD with body cameras has community leaders opposing the low bidder.
Hillary Clinton's campaign was not originally happy with Mayor Bill de Blasio holding his endorsement for the former secretary of state until last October.
The Department of Homeless Services' original plan to turn the hotel into a homeless shelter for 110 families was met with push-back from local residents and elected officials.
On National Food Truck Day, local vendors are dishing out more than lunch -- they're also giving New Yorkers an opportunity to register to vote.
Some people were questioning Mayor Bill de Blasio's temperament Friday, following a very public outburst.
Mayor Bill de Blasio on Thursday made reference to Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton having gone through "more investigations than I can count."
Sources say Mayor Bill de Blasio will announce reforms at the Administration for Children's Services, the agency responsible for investigating cases of child abuse..
Mayor Bill de Blasio is trying to paper over the Rivington nursing home scandal by offering to build another facility.
Zymere Perkins died Monday. Prosecutors said that a preliminary autopsy showed Zymere had several broken ribs, old injuries and was severely malnourished.
The city's Administration for Children's Services was reportedly called five times since 2010, including once by a social worker at the boy's school.
The 17-year veteran was described as a "rising star" in the department and a dedicated family man who was married with three young children.
Michael Fahy, a 17-year veteran, was a father of three children and was the son of a fire chief.
Under the new rule, eligible students will be able to waive fees for up to six CUNY applications.
Mayor Bill de Blasio on Friday dismissed complaints that a citywide emergency alert with the Chelsea bombing suspect's name amounted to profiling.
Mayor Bill de Blasio is involved in a new battle – this time against the New York Post over his exercise habits.
Hot on the heels of full day pre-k for all comes CS4All -- computer science classes and coding taught in all high schools.
After a bomb exploded on 23rd Street in Chelsea this past weekend, Mayor Bill de Blasio went to great lengths to avoid labeling it "terrorism."
With the arrest of suspect Ahmad Khan Rahami, West 23rd Street between Sixth and Seventh was opened Monday, but a fitness center, an art gallery and a design studio still have damage.
Ahmad Khan Rahami's arrest came just hours after the FBI, NYPD and New Jersey State Police issued bulletins and photos of him.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Mayor Bill de Blasio took widely divergent paths to calm public fears in the wake of the Chelsea bombing.
This was the first time the city has used the Office of Emergency Management's city-wide alert system to send information about the suspect directly to residents' smartphones.
Investigators aren't ruling out terrorism as the motive behind the bombing in Chelsea on Saturday night that injured 29 people.
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio and New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo tour the site of the bomb blast on 23rd St. in Manhattan's Chelsea neighborhood on September 18, 2016 in New York City.
The Fire Department says the blast was reported shortly before 9 p.m. Saturday on West 23rd Street.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani said the city must develop a plan that implements a law banning prolonged solitary confinement in city jails.
A Bronx community is on edge after a vicious and random sidewalk attack left a father of two dead Monday afternoon.
Police shot and killed a man armed with a machete who confronted them Monday evening in Piscataway, New Jersey, authorities said.
Plastic MetroCards that used to cost $1 are now being sold on eBay for thousands of dollars, after the card was discontinued.
The Trump administration plans to halt billions of dollars in federal funding for social services programs in five states led by Democrats following allegations of fraud.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani said the city must develop a plan that implements a law banning prolonged solitary confinement in city jails.
A Bronx community is on edge after a vicious and random sidewalk attack left a father of two dead Monday afternoon.
Plastic MetroCards that used to cost $1 are now being sold on eBay for thousands of dollars, after the card was discontinued.
Gov. Kathy Hochul, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch are hailing an historic drop in shootings last year.
While Tuesday may have some bumps, the trend is toward milder, more pleasant weather.
While Tuesday may have some bumps, the trend is toward milder, more pleasant weather.
You'll want to bundle up Monday in the New York City area for a chilly start to the week before wetter, milder weather arrives midweek.
We're stuck in the freezer Friday as temperatures will struggle to get out of the 20s in the Tri-State Area.
The first morning of 2026 featured a few rounds of snow across the Tri-State Area.
The last day of 2025 will feature a blend of clouds and sun in New York City.
Police shot and killed a man armed with a machete who confronted them Monday evening in Piscataway, New Jersey, authorities said.
The Marine Mammal Stranding Center said a dead whale, tentatively identified as a Fin whale, was found on the bow of a ship at the Gloucester City marine terminal.
While Tuesday may have some bumps, the trend is toward milder, more pleasant weather.
A shocking discovery was made at a home in Middlesex County, New Jersey, Monday night following a deadly police shooting.
Drone video shows the dramatic rescue of a dog that escaped from a car during a pit stop in New Jersey last weekend.
While Tuesday may have some bumps, the trend is toward milder, more pleasant weather.
You'll want to bundle up Monday in the New York City area for a chilly start to the week before wetter, milder weather arrives midweek.
The New York State Nurses Association served 12 private sector hospitals in New York City a 10-day strike notice Friday.
An extraordinary Christmas Day rescue in East Patchogue, Long Island, was caught on police body cameras.
MTA fare hikes are in effect, upping the cost of NYC subway and bus rides, and trips on the Long Island and Metro-North railroads.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani said the city must develop a plan that implements a law banning prolonged solitary confinement in city jails.
The Trump administration plans to halt billions of dollars in federal funding for social services programs in five states led by Democrats following allegations of fraud.
Gov. Kathy Hochul, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch are hailing an historic drop in shootings last year.
Ex-Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro spent the night in jail after he appeared in a U.S. courtroom — as questions linger about President Trump's plans for Venezuela.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is launching a task force to crack down on hidden services fees for things like concert tickets and package handling.
Brooklyn-based Maimonides Health is merging with NYC Health + Hospitals, New York City health leaders announced.
New Jersey state health officials are warning of potential measles exposures at Newark Liberty International Airport before Christmas.
Thousands of new flu cases in New York led to a 38% jump from the previous week, according to state health officials.
A spike in measles cases in Rockland County has New York health officials urging families to get vaccinated.
Researchers on Long Island say they've found physical evidence of PTSD in World Trade Center first responders.
Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.
Here's what to know about the lineup of performances scheduled for New Year's Eve, as crowds gather in Times Square to ring in 2026.
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Sean Durzi scored 1:06 into overtime and the Mammoth beat the Rangers 3-2 on Monday night for their second win in three games.
Cade Cunningham had 29 points and 13 assists as the Detroit Pistons beat the New York Knicks 121-90.
Joe Schoen will return as New York Giants general manager after getting a vote of confidence from owners John Mara and Steve Tisch.
Taylor Hall had a goal and an assist, rookie Brandon Bussi stopped 28 shots and the Hurricanes beat the Devils 3-1 on Sunday night.
Mitch Trubisky threw four touchdown passes as the Bills bid a likely farewell to their long-time home with a 35-8 rout of the Jets on Sunday.
City officials credit Project Restore, a paid mentorship and therapy initiative, with helping cut violence in Bed-Stuy and offering young men a path away from gangs.
Drumming, dance and hands-on workshops marked the 18th year the Brooklyn Children's Museum is hosting what leaders call New York City's largest family Kwanzaa festival.
Federal funding cuts have left local organizations struggling to meet growing needs, prompting a borough-wide fundraising push to support food access, housing and other essential services.
What began as a middle school project has grown into hundreds of handwritten messages left across New York City, offering encouragement to strangers and revealing how a small gesture can resonate for weeks.
NYC says center-running bus lanes will speed up commutes and improve safety on one of Brooklyn's busiest corridors, but critics aren't so sure.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
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.
The job status of a Yonkers firefighter is under review after a weekend car crash. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
Families were suing over the lack of services for low-income children, with a mother and son from Long Island leading the charge. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
The governor is supporting incumbent Rep. Dan Goldman, while the mayor has endorsed former City Comptroller Brad Lander. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer has the story.
New FDNY Commissioner Lillian Bonsignore was sworn in by Mayor Zohran Mamdani during a ceremony Tuesday afternoon.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an emergency executive order Tuesday directing his administration to come up with a plan limiting the use of solitary confinement on Rikers Island. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
