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Whether you're attending a costume party Han Solo on all Hallow's Eve or have the itch to dress up with your significant other, these trending costume ideas will be a huge event no matter where you trick-or-treat this season.
Remains were stolen from a Queens cemetery on Halloween night, but was it a horrible prank, or something more sinister?
A Westchester County family was recovering Tuesday night from a serious Halloween scare.
Halloween is truly a holiday for children, but what if they are ill and in the hospital?
Fiverr Business Development & Marketing Strategist Aimy Ngo explains how a community of freelancers reimagined 2016's best costumes.
Neither are accused of committing the actual shooting, according to police.
For 35 years, Guy Kostka has been the superintendent of the Valleau Cemetery and his house sits right in the middle of the 32-acre graveyard in Ridgewood, New Jersey.
If you're wondering where to go for the best trick-or-treating in New York, look no further than our list of excellent neighborhoods in Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn.
Almost 350 years after the Milleridge Inn first opened in Jericho, some longtime patrons say ghosts from the past have come back to haunt the place.
The New York Police Department is taking measures to make sure Halloween in the city will be a treat, without any nasty tricks.
History and horror meet as a secret underworld of ghosts and ghouls reveal themselves during a guided tour around Greenwich Village.
Kiss the princess goodbye -- this Halloween, kids are trading in their crown for capes.
Halloween is a fun night of trick-or-treating for kids and a big responsibility for parents keeping them safe while crossing the street.
From spooky hay rides to haunted houses, the five boroughs are jam-packed with events and activities fun for the whole family.
Ahead of October 31, we've rounded up the biggest, baddest, most fun Halloween celebrations in the Tri-State area.
When opening the package on Tuesday afternoon, Fleming turned the Elmo head piece inside out only to discover black patches of mold.
Keep your kids safe this Halloween night by going over some trick-or-treating safety tips with them.
Enjoy these frighteningly delicious libations as you cheers to Halloween this year in NYC.
Is your house Halloween ready?
The creepy clown epidemic plaguing the nation is now affecting Halloween for one New Jersey town.
Have you picked out a costume yet? No? Then read on, friends. The stores listed below are the best costume stores in NYC. Browse their aisles, and become something scary, sexy, silly, or something wholly unique.
Feel like making this a Halloween to remember? Spend it at one of these great international celebrations!
Looking for the perfect costume this year? Impress all your friends and be the hit of your costume party with these trendy looks!
Need some tips for making your home a house of horrors? Try these simple techniques scaring guests and trick-or-treaters alike!
This list is for those folks who like their houses demented and their hearts racing.
Some travelers in the NYC area are hitting the road instead as flights are canceled amid the federal government shutdown.
Six men accused of trafficking catastrophic amounts of drugs to NYC and Long Island were arrested in a major narcotics takedown, authorities said.
One of three suspects who allegedly broke into and vandalized Playland Park in Rye, New York, has surrendered to police.
A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to provide full food benefits to roughly 42 million Americans enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program by Friday.
New York City police are searching for a man in connection with the rape of a 12-year-old girl in an Brooklyn apartment building.
Some travelers in the NYC area are hitting the road instead as flights are canceled amid the federal government shutdown.
Six men accused of trafficking catastrophic amounts of drugs to NYC and Long Island were arrested in a major narcotics takedown, authorities said.
One of three suspects who allegedly broke into and vandalized Playland Park in Rye, New York, has surrendered to police.
New York City police are searching for a man in connection with the rape of a 12-year-old girl in an Brooklyn apartment building.
A Mega Millions winner is running out of time to collect their $1 million prize, the New York Lottery says.
It comes after last week's deadly storm brought damaging winds that knocked down trees around the city and the Tri-State Area.
Today is a First Alert Weather Day as we deal with the messy conditions, especially during the evening commute.
The system is expected to arrive sometime between Wednesday night and Thursday morning, with heavy rain, strong winds and coastal flooding.
The weekend is shaping up to be pretty decent, albeit on the cool side.
In the last few years, New York City has not had much snow, due to mild and dry winters.
JFK, LaGuardia and Newark are all among the 40 travel hubs bracing for delays and cancellations as the FAA starts reducing air traffic today.
LaGuardia, JFK, Newark Liberty and Teterboro airports are among the 40 that are expected to be impacted by the FAA's flight reduction due to the government shutdown
Rowan freshman Tomas Kaan Jimenez-Guzal is among the suspects charged with plotting an ISIS-inspired terrorist attack in Michigan over Halloween weekend.
Bergen County hosted an emergency food distribution event for furloughed federal workers and SNAP recipients who have been impacted by the ongoing government shutdown.
Windy conditions took down trees around NYC and N.J. overnight, including one that crashed into a Ridgefield teen's bedroom, trapping him.
Six men accused of trafficking catastrophic amounts of drugs to NYC and Long Island were arrested in a major narcotics takedown, authorities said.
A Mega Millions winner is running out of time to collect their $1 million prize, the New York Lottery says.
A funeral service was held in Israel Friday for Long Island native Omer Neutra, killed by Hamas during the Oct. 7th attacks.
Within five hours Wednesday, eight ICE arrests in Hampton Bays and Westhampton Beach were documented by Islip Forward, a group that tracks ICE activity.
As the government shutdown continues, and Medicaid cuts loom, many veterans on Long Island say they're struggling just to stay afloat.
A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to provide full food benefits to roughly 42 million Americans enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program by Friday.
Eight-time MLB All-Star Darryl Strawberry pleaded guilty to tax evasion in 1995, and has since served time. He then started a recovery center and ministry.
NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has called on the city to establish free, high-quality child care for children 6 weeks to 5 years old.
The agreement with the Trump administration will "immediately restore and continue the university's research funding," Cornell University's president said.
Rep. Elise Stefanik announced she is running for governor of New York, potentially challenging Gov. Kathy Hochul in the 2026 election.
New York City students interested in medicine are gaining experience before they even graduate, thanks to the program at Maimonides Health in Brooklyn.
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health challenges in the U.S., according to the National Alliance on Mental Health.
The next time you're buying something sweet at a New York City restaurant, you may notice a new warning comes with it.
The newly expanded facility will serve more than 30,000 children annually and is the borough's only pediatric trauma center.
The Womb Bus offers an opportunity for new and expecting moms to form a special bond.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the artists with the most Grammy nominations this year.
"Wicked" star Jonathan Bailey has been named People magazine's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive.
Diane Ladd, the actor known for her Oscar-nominated roles in "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore," "Wild at Heart," and "Rambling Rose" has died.
Prince Andrew is being stripped of his titles and must surrender his lease to Royal Lodge, according to a statement from Buckingham Palace.
Five people have been federally charged in connection with the 2023 overdose death of actor Robert De Niro's grandson and two others, authorities said Thursday.
Former NFL player Antonio Brown will return to Florida after deciding not to contest his extradition from a New Jersey jail on an attempted murder charge.
Eight-time MLB All-Star Darryl Strawberry pleaded guilty to tax evasion in 1995, and has since served time. He then started a recovery center and ministry.
Fox Sports announced that it has hired former New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees to replace Mark Sanchez.
In the extra period, Bratt stole the puck, raced up the ice, skated in on Dobes and put a backhander through his pads for the win.
Former NFL star Antonio Brown was extradited from Dubai to the U.S. to face attempted murder charges in a Miami shooting outside a boxing event.
Studio Museum in Harlem is reopening after more than 7 years, welcoming visitors back at low-cost. Since 1968, the museum has featured the work of artists of African descent.
A slow but hopeful recovery effort is continuing with the planting native vegetation and restoration of damaged woodlands.
New York City students interested in medicine are gaining experience before they even graduate, thanks to the program at Maimonides Health in Brooklyn.
After a failed $13 million attempt to launch ferry service from Kaiser Park, the city is testing new waters off Steeplechase Pier.
Before the days of Google Maps, the Queens-native found street views in library books.
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.
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation Friday that aims to protect students at public and private schools from bullying.
The nominations for the 2026 Grammy Awards were released Friday, and the competition is fierce. Gwen Baumgardner highs the high notes with the top contenders and a few surprising snubs.
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont is seeking reelection.
Congresswoman Elise Stefanik is joining the race for New York governor, saying she hopes to bring the same generational change to Albany that Zohran Mamdani is bringing to City Hall. CBS News New York political reporter Marcia Kramer has the details.
Police released photos of the suspected Brooklyn rapist as they try to make an arrest. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports.
