New York City tops list of best places for Halloween
A new survey says New York City is No. 1 for trick-or-treaters, and Jersey City ranks No. 7.
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A new survey says New York City is No. 1 for trick-or-treaters, and Jersey City ranks No. 7.
Did you know, being scared can have surprising health benefits? With a doctor by his side, CBS2's Steve Overmyer tours the top rated haunted house in New York City for a special edition of "Snapshot New York" tonight at 10 p.m. on CBS News New York.
A house in Queens is home to the city's most haunted attraction. Tonight, join our Steve Overmyer as he takes us through the popular attraction and meets the woman behind the mask.
"Trick or Streets" expands the existing program launched in 2020 to give people more room to get outside during the pandemic.
New York City is expanding the Open Streets program for Halloween, but critics fear it will create safety hazards, CBS2's Natalie Duddridge reports.
Some community members say the program feels more like a trick than a treat.
The city is set to announce the expansion of its Open Streets hours for Halloween.
Those who attend will see dogs strutting in some of the most creative and wacky costumes.
Anyone can participate, but VIP tickets are also being sold.
The annual Halloween Parade in the Village is coming back this year with a twist.
For many, there is just something about this particular holiday that makes people want to splurge.
The National Retail Federation predicts Americans will shell out $10.5 billion on costumes, decorations and candy. But if you want to save a little money, CBS2's Dave Carlin has some tips.
A Hartford resident is turning heads with an unusual Halloween display featuring not pumpkins and ghosts, but tanks and guns.
Halloween costumes can get expensive, especially when you have several kids going trick or treating.
Halloween costumes can get expensive, especially when you have more than one kid going trick or treating. So a Lower East Side family has been collecting them to give away.
Police say the child had been trick-or-treating in the Ocean Acres area of town.
An attempted robbery on Halloween night was caught on camera.
A city Halloween tradition returned Sunday night after being canceled last year due to the coronavirus pandemic and it did not disappoint.
It's looking good for trick-or-treating this evening! Temps will be in the upper 50s to around 60, so not that chilly.
The famous parade typically attracts thousands of costumed participants and spectators.
The two were dressed up as "Star Trek" characters as they handed out candy to the kids.
Drivers are reminded to be cautious when driving through neighborhoods.
CBS2's Ali Bauman toured through some of the most elaborate displays and went through one of New York's scariest haunted houses.
Hospital staff dressed the babies up in costumes for the holiday.
Every year, the Westfield Pediatric Dental Group in New Jersey holds a candy buyback. Kids drop off some of their haul and get a prize for giving back.
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.
Within five hours Wednesday, eight ICE arrests in Hampton Bays and Westhampton Beach were documented by Islip Forward, a group that tracks ICE activity.
A car fire and explosion in the Bronx was sparked by a tossed cigarette that was blown into trash, officials say.
Rep. Elise Stefanik of New York has been hinting at the possibility of running against Gov. Kathy Hochul in 2026.
Republicans tried to equate incumbent Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins to Zohran Mamdani, but it didn't come close to working out.
Within five hours Wednesday, eight ICE arrests in Hampton Bays and Westhampton Beach were documented by Islip Forward, a group that tracks ICE activity.
A car fire and explosion in the Bronx was sparked by a tossed cigarette that was blown into trash, officials say.
Rep. Elise Stefanik of New York has been hinting at the possibility of running against Gov. Kathy Hochul in 2026.
Republicans tried to equate incumbent Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins to Zohran Mamdani, but it didn't come close to working out.
As the government shutdown continues, and Medicaid cuts loom, many veterans on Long Island say they're struggling just to stay afloat.
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.
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.
Mikie Sherrill shared plans for her term as New Jersey governor, including a freeze on utility costs.
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.
Jayden Flores was riding his e-bike to Mepham High School in North Bellmore when he collided with an SUV, police said.
Suffolk County police say 90-100 teens were at the party when a fight broke out.
The man with severe cognitive disabilities disappeared on Halloween and was found among the NYC Marathon crowd.
Rep. Elise Stefanik of New York has been hinting at the possibility of running against Gov. Kathy Hochul in 2026.
Republicans tried to equate incumbent Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins to Zohran Mamdani, but it didn't come close to working out.
As the government shutdown continues, and Medicaid cuts loom, many veterans on Long Island say they're struggling just to stay afloat.
The FAA ordered airlines to cut thousands of flights starting Friday as the agency deals with air traffic controller shortages during the government shutdown.
U.S. District Judge John McConnell ordered the Trump administration to provide the full food stamp benefits by Friday.
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.
"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.
Tuesday's gathering was designed to celebrate the men and women from across the country who have risked their own lives to save others.
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.
Edwards scored 15 points in 29 minutes after missing four games with a strained right hamstring.
The Nets pulled away in the fourth quarter in a game of spurts that featured 12 lead changes and 10 ties.
Marat Khusnutdinov tied it late in regulation and then scored the only goal in the shootout in Boston's 4-3 victory on Tuesday.
The Blueshirts were blanked 3-0 on Tuesday and have scored just six goals in six games on home ice this season.
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.
A driver going the wrong way struck and killed a young woman in the West Village on Thursday morning, police say. As CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports, people in the area say they've seen wrong-way drivers on that street before.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced on Thursday she will retire from Congress after her term ends in 2027.
Thursday marked Day 37 of the government shutdown, and the pressure is increasing on lawmakers to find a deal to end this historic impasse. Erica Brown reports from Capitol Hill.
A New York City restaurant that's also a nonprofit is testing out a new way to dine. Community Kitchen is based on a pay-what-you-can system.
New York Rep. Elise Stefanik will announce that she is running for governor Friday, sources tell CBS News New York political reporter Marcia Kramer.
