Audit: MTA Doled Out $600 Mil In OT In '08-09
The MTA has hit a bump in the road: massive spending on employee overtime. The state comptroller has discovered $600 million in excessive overtime between 2008 and 2009.
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The MTA has hit a bump in the road: massive spending on employee overtime. The state comptroller has discovered $600 million in excessive overtime between 2008 and 2009.
Demonstrators protested outside MTA headquarters Wednesday demanding that the Authority's top gun, Jay Walder, be laid off.
The MTA has voted to hold hearings on proposals that would increase monthly subway and bus passes and fares on suburban trains.
The 68th Grammy Awards include two new categories: best traditional country album and best album cover.
A funeral service was held in Israel Friday for Long Island native Omer Neutra, killed by Hamas during the Oct. 7th attacks.
JFK, LaGuardia and Newark are all among the 40 travel hubs bracing for delays and cancellations as the FAA starts reducing air traffic today.
Rep. Elise Stefanik announced she is running for governor of New York, potentially challenging Gov. Kathy Hochul in the 2026 election.
Farmers' Almanac says its 2026 edition is its last, citing the growing financial challenges of producing and distributing the book in today's "chaotic media environment."
A funeral service was held in Israel Friday for Long Island native Omer Neutra, killed by Hamas during the Oct. 7th attacks.
JFK, LaGuardia and Newark are all among the 40 travel hubs bracing for delays and cancellations as the FAA starts reducing air traffic today.
Rep. Elise Stefanik announced she is running for governor of New York, potentially challenging Gov. Kathy Hochul in the 2026 election.
Some New York City business owners say they're being extorted by fake reviewers who leave a slew of negative Google reviews and demand money for it to stop.
Within five hours Wednesday, eight ICE arrests in Hampton Bays and Westhampton Beach were documented by Islip Forward, a group that tracks ICE activity.
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.
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.
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.
Rep. Elise Stefanik announced she is running for governor of New York, potentially challenging Gov. Kathy Hochul in the 2026 election.
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 as the agency deals with air traffic controller shortages during the government shutdown. The cuts began Friday morning.
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.
The 68th Grammy Awards include two new categories: best traditional country album and best album cover.
"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.
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.
The Department of Public Safety said officers found Kneeland's vehicle abandoned after a crash, then found his body nearby.
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.
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 funeral service was held Friday in Israel for Long Island native Omer Neutra, killed by Hamas during the Oct. 7th attacks.
The Republican congresswoman has been hinting for months that she might challenge Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul in the 2026 election.
As the DOJ appeals the judge's ruling, volunteers are stepping up to help those who rely on SNAP to put food on the table. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
All three New York City area airports are among those impacted starting Friday morning. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has the latest.
CBS News New York's John Elliott has the latest weather forecast.
