Criminal justice advocates push for sentencing reforms in New York
After an election with crime as a major focus, criminal justice reform advocates are now pushing Gov. Kathy Hochul and state lawmakers to overhaul New York's sentencing laws.
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After an election with crime as a major focus, criminal justice reform advocates are now pushing Gov. Kathy Hochul and state lawmakers to overhaul New York's sentencing laws.
It celebrates the trans community in the state and across the country.
New York is a deep blue state, but Republicans made gains on Long Island and in the northern suburbs.
With the election finally over, New Yorkers are looking to the future.
Progressive Democrats still hold sway in both houses, but Hochul seems to think along more moderate lines.
Former New York Gov. David Paterson and Nassau County Exec. Bruce Blakeman discuss what's next for New York after Hochul won by single digits in a deeply blue state.
Former New York governor David Paterson and Nassau County executive Bruce Blakeman join CBS2's "The Point."
The big question as Gov. Kathy Hochul starts her first full term in January is whether she will move to the center and try to forge a coalition with moderate Democrats and Republicans to pass criminal justice reform. Former governor David Paterson and Nassau County executive Bruce Blakeman discussed the matter during a taping of CBS2's political talk show "The Point."
It will make it easier for people to obtain birth certificates, marriage licenses and other vital records.
Gov. Kathy Hochul traveled to Puerto Rico on Friday, where she announced the opening of an office that will help Puerto Ricans living in New York.
Gov. Kathy Hochul made history with her election, but she now faces a divided state legislature. CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado has more.
Republican Lee Zeldin conceded the race on Wednesday afternoon and congratulated the governor.
Gov. Kathy Hochul says she's a street fighter more than capable of governing a state "as rough and tumble as New York," but as CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer reports, there may be some in Albany whispering "We'll see about that."
New York voters made history Tuesday, making Buffalo native Kathy Hochul the first woman to be elected governor. CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer has more on the history-making election and Congressman Lee Zeldin's concession Wednesday afternoon.
Lee Zeldin conceded the election Wednesday afternoon; Hochul makes history as the first woman elected to lead the state.
It was a history making election as New York voters made Gov. Kathy Hochul the first woman elected to lead the state. CBS2's Political Reporter Marcia Kramer has more on what this means for the future.
Zeldin acknowledged he was trailing but told supporters he expected a "massive" victory in parts of Long Island.
We asked people across New York and New Jersey what issued mattered to them most.
There were major developments overnight in the balance of power in Washington, D.C. We hear from two political experts on where things stand.
Although CBS News has officially called the race, declaring Hochul the winner, Zeldin spoke with a sense of hope that the results would sway as more votes came in. CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado has more.
Gov. Kathy Hochul made history as the first woman to be elected New York governor. CBS2's John Dias has more on her victory.
Congressman Lee Zeldin spoke to his supporters late Tuesday night after CBS News projected Gov. Kathy Hochul the winner of the race for governor of New York.
Gov. Kathy Hochul spoke at her campaign headquarters Tuesday night after she was projected winner of the New York governor's race.
CBS News projects Gov. Kathy Hochul has won the race for New York governor.
CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer and CBS2's Jessica Moore report on the latest in the ongoing battle between Gov. Kathy Hochul and Congressman Lee Zeldin.
Large crowds packed the sidewalks to catch a glimpse of the famous over-the-top Christmas displays in Brooklyn's Dyker Heights.
A woman was killed when an out-of-control garbage truck set of a chain reaction that killed a pedestrian in East Harlem Tuesday.
The list is out of the most popular baby names in New York City.
A 10-year-old boy is recovering after being attacked for throwing a snowball in Brooklyn.
It's a First Alert Weather Day as a mixture of snow and rain move through the Tri-State Area Tuesday morning.
Large crowds packed the sidewalks to catch a glimpse of the famous over-the-top Christmas displays in Brooklyn's Dyker Heights.
A woman was killed when an out-of-control garbage truck set of a chain reaction that killed a pedestrian in East Harlem Tuesday.
The list is out of the most popular baby names in New York City.
A 10-year-old boy is recovering after being attacked for throwing a snowball in Brooklyn.
It's a First Alert Weather Day as a mixture of snow and rain move through the Tri-State Area Tuesday morning.
It's a First Alert Weather Day as a mixture of snow and rain move through the Tri-State Area Tuesday morning.
We have issued a First Alert Weather Day Tuesday as travel could be impacted due to slick roads, especially north and west of the city.
Snow and rain will return to the New York City area before Christmas. Parts of the Tri-State Area have winter weather advisories.
Today is a First Alert Weather Day as heavy rain and 50-60 mph wind gusts cause coastal flooding, downed trees and power outages.
Thursday will bring even more relief, with highs near 50° and a taste of early spring in December. But don't get too comfortable—changes are brewing.
It's a First Alert Weather Day as a mixture of snow and rain move through the Tri-State Area Tuesday morning.
Totowa Police Chief Carmen Veneziano appeared in a Massachusetts court and denied allegations he assaulted his girlfriend at a hotel.
A Kearny man faces a host of charges after allegedly fatally shooting another man with a bow and arrow over the weekend.
We have issued a First Alert Weather Day Tuesday as travel could be impacted due to slick roads, especially north and west of the city.
Police say they were called to a home in Kearny, N.J., on Saturday night after receiving a report that a man fatally shot another man with a bow and arrow.
It's a First Alert Weather Day as a mixture of snow and rain move through the Tri-State Area Tuesday morning.
We have issued a First Alert Weather Day Tuesday as travel could be impacted due to slick roads, especially north and west of the city.
After deliberating for more than a week, the jury in Linda Sun's trial said they could not reach a unanimous verdict on any of the 19 counts.
Snow and rain will return to the New York City area before Christmas. Parts of the Tri-State Area have winter weather advisories.
Researchers on Long Island say they've found physical evidence of PTSD in World Trade Center first responders.
George Conway, a conservative lawyer turned vocal critic of President Trump, has filed paperwork for a bid to represent New York City in the House.
The Justice Department early Tuesday released more than 11,000 additional documents and photos from the Jeffrey Epstein files. Follow live updates here.
Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal is pushing for more information on a White House ballroom project championed by President Trump, sending letters to the project's architect and some fundraising dinner attendees.
The NYC Department of Environmental Protection made its most expensive property acquisition ever to avoid spending billions to filter the city's water supply.
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will be sworn in by two prominent Democrats on New Year's Day.
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.
In New York, cases of flu, RSV and COVID have spiked since Thanksgiving.
There are at least 500 sudden and unexpected deaths in the city each year, and in roughly a fifth of those cases, a genetic cause can be detected.
UnitedHealthcare and NewYork-Presbyterian have roughly two weeks to reach an agreement or thousands of Medicare Advantage members could be forced to find care elsewhere.
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.
Jake and Romy Reiner released a statement on Wednesday, remembering their parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, as their best friends.
The Mets jettisoned another core player Monday, trading second baseman Jeff McNeil to the Athletics for minor league right-hander Yordan Rodriguez.
Filip Forsberg and Steven Stamkos scored, Justus Annunen made 16 saves and the Predators beat the Rangers 2-1 on Sunday night.
Josh Norris and Zach Benson scored in the second period and the Sabres beat the Devils 3-1 on Sunday night for their sixth straight win.
Michael Porter Jr. scored 24 points, Noah Clowney added 19 and the Nets beat the Raptors 96-81 on Sunday night.
Jalen Brunson scored a season-high 47 points and the Knicks overcame Karl-Anthony Towns' quiet night to beat the Heat 132-125 on Sunday.
Nine Brooklyn Football Club partner bars are collecting shelf-stable food and winter coats to benefit 10 local schools.
The Davis Center in Harlem is now open for its first winter season after technical delays.
After losing his mother to a stroke in 2022, a Brownsville native is turning personal grief into a grassroots foundation, offering counseling and mentorship to children and young adults.
A Brooklyn startup and a national nonprofit are teaming up to turn everyday mail lockers into easy donation hubs, delivering thousands of toys to hospital rooms this holiday season.
The city is sharing new details about the historic $1 billion investment announced for the Coney Island Boardwalk, the largest in its century-long history
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 pedestrian was killed and four others were hurt when a garbage truck hit scaffolding in East Harlem early Tuesday morning.
The list is out of the most popular baby names in New York City.
Investigators said a man slammed the boy's head into the rear windshield of a parked car after an argument.
The latest release from the Department of Justice appears to be its largest one to date, with more than 11,000 files, including hundreds of videos.
CBS News New York's Noelle Lilley spoke with travelers at Newark Liberty International Airport trying to get away for Christmas.
