Suspect charged in fatal J train stabbing released from jail
Citing several factors, the judge did not go for the DA's request to keep him in jail on $100,000 bail.
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Citing several factors, the judge did not go for the DA's request to keep him in jail on $100,000 bail.
The man charged in a fatal stabbing on board a J train in Brooklyn was arraigned in court Thursday. Despite charges of manslaughter and criminal possession of a weapon, he was released shortly thereafter. CBS2's Doug Williams reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/42E9V1r
The newly redrawn 47th Council District is an unfamiliar looking one.
New York City's primary elections are heating up with early voting set to begin on June 17. The new City Council maps, which are redrawn every 10 years based on the Census, include notable changes, especially to parts of southern Brooklyn. As CBS2's Hannah Kliger explains, a Democrat-turned-Republican incumbent faces an uphill battle to keep his seat. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/42Ded9u
Batista served as both an EMT and firefighter for the FDNY. Thursday, he was remembered for his many sacrifices.
The 17-year-old boy was in stable condition after getting shot in the leg at a playground in Brooklyn, police said.
A 17-year-old boy was shot at a playground in Brooklyn on Thursday. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3NbYOHr
New York City's primary elections are heating up with early voting set to begin on June 17. The new City Council maps, which are redrawn every 10 years based on the Census, include notable changes, especially to parts of southern Brooklyn. As CBS2's Hannah Kliger explains, a Democrat-turned-Republican incumbent faces an uphill battle to keep his seat. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/42Ded9u
As the heat of the summer creeps closer, we're taking a look at how the shortage has affected staffing at our city's beaches and pools.
Every day this week CBS2 has covered stories about water safety. Our series continues with a look at the national lifeguard shortage and the impact on city beaches and pools. CBS2's Hannah Kliger reports.
It only became a federal holiday in June 2021. But the annual Juneteenth New York Festival has been going strong since 2009.
Join us as our morning show goes live Friday morning from the school in Midwood, Brooklyn.
As the heat of the summer creeps closer, we're taking a look at how the shortage has affected staffing at our city's beaches and pools. CBS2's Hannah Kliger has the story from Brooklyn.
Police say the man grabbed a woman, causing her to drop her cellphone, which he then stole.
The 20-year-old is expected to be arraigned today on charges stemming from the deadly stabbing on the J train in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado has the latest.
Police said the mother stood between the attacker and her daughter and was stabbed in both legs and her chest.
The stabbing happened around 8 p.m. Tuesday as the train was approaching the Marcy Avenue station.
Father's Day is Sunday, and if you're looking for something fun to do with dad, how about a free movie? To claim your seats, click here: https://cbsn.ws/3qK0e4e
Police have a suspect in custody who they say stabbed a mother while she tried to shield her child. The victim was pushing her 3-year-old in a stroller in Brooklyn in broad daylight. CBS2's Jennifer Bisram reports. Read more here
Police have charged a man in a fatal stabbing on the subway in Brooklyn. It happened onboard the J train Tuesday night. As CBS2's Doug Williams reports, the suspect is claiming he acted in self-defense.
Police say a man and woman are in custody after the deadly stabbing on the J train in Williamsburg. CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado reports. Read more here
Police say someone started to argue with the mother and threatened to harm her child. Read more here
Chris Wragge will have our final Class Act of the school year live from Midwood, Brooklyn.
Police say a 26-year-old man was stabbed to death on the J train in Williamsburg. CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado has the latest.
The incident happened at around 8 p.m. inside the Marcy Avenue station. The NYPD says a motive is unclear and no arrests have been made. CBS2's Kristine Johnson reports. Read more here
New York City police are investigating Monday's death of a 15-month-old boy in Queens.
Brooklyn-based Maimonides Health is merging with NYC Health + Hospitals, New York City health leaders announced.
A second helicopter pilot critically injured in a midair collision in Hammonton, New Jersey has died from his injuries, police said Monday.
Multicolored confetti was launched into Times Square in preparation for the 3,000 pounds of it that will be released on New Year's Eve.
A powerful winter storm system could become a "bomb cyclone" over the Great Lakes and Northeast regions this week.
New York City police are investigating Monday's death of a 15-month-old boy in Queens.
Brooklyn-based Maimonides Health is merging with NYC Health + Hospitals, New York City health leaders announced.
Multicolored confetti was launched into Times Square in preparation for the 3,000 pounds of it that will be released on New Year's Eve.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will be sworn in as New York City's 111th mayor while millions are celebrating on New Year's Eve.
All of New York City was under a dense fog advisory Monday morning, with warmer air in place after freezing rain in the Tri-State Area.
All of New York City was under a dense fog advisory Monday morning, with warmer air in place after freezing rain in the Tri-State Area.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued through 2 a.m. Monday due to the lingering threat of freezing rain in the northern suburbs of NYC.
New York City wound up with less snow than anticipated, but still the most in nearly four years.
A major winter storm pummeled the Tri-State Area with snow and ice after New York and New Jersey declared states of emergency.
Shovels and plows will be out later Friday as people in New York City and the surrounding area prepare for a blast of winter.
A second helicopter pilot critically injured in a midair collision in Hammonton, New Jersey has died from his injuries, police said Monday.
New Jersey is one of nearly two dozen states set to increase its minimum wage in 2026, and the only state in the Delaware Valley that will see a hike.
All of New York City was under a dense fog advisory Monday morning, with warmer air in place after freezing rain in the Tri-State Area.
One pilot died and another pilot was critically injured after two helicopters collided midair in Hammonton, New Jersey on Sunday, Dec. 28.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued through 2 a.m. Monday due to the lingering threat of freezing rain in the northern suburbs of NYC.
All of New York City was under a dense fog advisory Monday morning, with warmer air in place after freezing rain in the Tri-State Area.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued through 2 a.m. Monday due to the lingering threat of freezing rain in the northern suburbs of NYC.
New York City wound up with less snow than anticipated, but still the most in nearly four years.
A major winter storm pummeled the Tri-State Area with snow and ice after New York and New Jersey declared states of emergency.
Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina blasted CVS for not releasing the surveillance video to police.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will be sworn in as New York City's 111th mayor while millions are celebrating on New Year's Eve.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy lauded "strong security guarantees" from the U.S. after Sunday's meeting with President Trump in Florida.
As prosecutors contend with a massive trove of Epstein files, President Trump suggested Friday the Justice Department is spending too much time on the issue — but said Democrats should be named.
Strikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria come after President Trump spent weeks accusing the West African country's government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.
Mamdani's team says the group of 48 includes "people from across fields and communities" and are "New Yorkers whose creativity, leadership and lived experience reflect the full life of the city."
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.
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.
Comedian and actor Bowen Yang performed his final sketch on "SNL" Saturday night, after announcing his unexpected mid-season exit from the show.
A judge Friday voided the conviction of one of the two men found guilty of the 2002 killing of Run-D.M.C. star Jam Master Jay.
The special features interviews with Kathy Bates, Annette Bening, Albert Brooks, Michael Douglas, Kiefer Sutherland, Jerry O'Connell and Mandy Patinkin.
The Blue Jackets scored a pair of third-period goals in just over a minute and rallied to beat the Islanders 4-2 on Sunday for their second straight win.
The Raiders moved into position to snag the top pick in next year's draft after losing 34-10 to Jaxson Dart and the Giants on Sunday.
Drake Maye threw five touchdown passes, and the Patriots finished the regular season undefeated on the road by dominating the Jets 42-10 on Sunday.
Cam Thomas scored 30 points after missing 20 games with a left hamstring strain, and the Brooklyn Nets defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night.
The Patriots and Jets play Sunday as New England eyes a potential AFC East title.
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.
Nine Brooklyn Football Club partner bars are collecting shelf-stable food and winter coats to benefit 10 local schools.
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.
Ramapo police responded to a wooded area after getting reports of a "masked suspect" roaming the area.
Tony Sadiku has the Tri-State Area's updated Monday afternoon First Alert Forecast on CBS News New York.
A major health care merger in New York City is moving forward.
NJ Transit will no longer accept reduced fare ID cards without photos starting Jan. 1, 2026.
The New Jersey Department of Health said a passenger with measles traveled through the airport on Dec. 12, a week earlier than it first reported.
