Congestion pricing scam tricks drivers into paying by text, E-ZPass says
Scammers posing as toll collectors are sending drivers fake text messages to cash in on New York City congestion pricing, E-ZPass warns.
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Scammers posing as toll collectors are sending drivers fake text messages to cash in on New York City congestion pricing, E-ZPass warns.
A federal judge in New York City says two luxury real estate brokers and their brother accused of raping dozens of women over more than a decade will remain in jail to await their trial on sex trafficking charges.
The Alexander brothers, prominent real estate brokers charged in a sex crimes investigation, are scheduled to appear in a Manhattan federal court Wednesday.
Tri-State Area residents are looking into their wallets and closets to give what they can to those impacted by wildfires in Southern California.
PATH train fare hikes started after the first week of New York City congestion pricing. CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
President-elect Donald Trump's conviction after months of delays cemented his status at the first felon to hold the presidency. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
Prosecutors say former U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez should be imprisoned for 15 years after the Democrat became the first to be convicted of abusing a Senate committee leadership position and the first public official to be convicted of serving as a foreign agent.
President-elect Donald Trump addressed the court during sentencing in his criminal "hush money" trial in New York. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
New York Blood Center's newest donation site just opened to the public Thursday in Midtown at a critical time for donations.
President-elect Donald Trump is asking the Supreme Court to intervene and stop Friday's sentencing in his New York "hush money" case. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer has the details from the newsroom.
Brutally cold temperatures and blustery conditions made for an uncomfortable trek into Manhattan for many on the second day of congestion pricing.
New York City drivers made it through their first weekday commute with the new tolls, but time will tell how much of an impact they make on traffic. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
CBS News New York's Lori Bordonaro went for a ride in a cab and saw for herself not that much traffic on usually busy Eighth Avenue.
As New York City drivers face the first weekday commute with the new tolls, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal urges people to be patient and believe in the benefits.
CBS News New York's Doug Williams is checking on traffic in Midtown Manhattan on the first weekday of the new congestion pricing tolls.
Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella speaks with CBS News New York about his opposition to the toll in Manhattan.
Congestion pricing is now a reality in New York City, and drivers are facing the first weekday commute with the controversial new tolling system. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook, Christina Fan and Hannah Kliger have team coverage.
While the controversial toll has been met with those for and those against, the Hudson Square Business Improvement District is hopeful about the benefits for residents and businesses.
Baldor Specialty Foods says the food industry will feel the cost of New York City's new congestion pricing toll, and customers will end up paying the price.
New Yorkers Against Congestion Pricing Tax is one of many groups suing New York and the MTA over the new toll.
The Riders Alliance says congestion pricing will improve bus service and raise money for critical improvements to mass transit.
The Sierra Club says the benefits for congestion and pollution outweigh the concerns about cost.
Drivers now face a new toll when they enter Manhattan's Congestion Relief Zone, and trucks are being hit the hardest.
New York City congestion pricing, the first-in-the-nation tolling program, got underway Sunday with no major issues, the MTA said.
CBS News New York's Derick Waller and Elijah Westbrook have a look at how the first day of the controversial tolling plan went and what's in store for it Monday when the new work week begins.
It's the latest development in a string of disturbances where similar toys were tossed at WNBA games across the country.
The Boston Red Sox survived struggles at the plate for a 6-3 victory over the New York Yankees on Thursday night.
Giants reserves played much of a 42-10 rout of the Patriots on Thursday night.
Hurricane Erin caused flooding Thursday along coastal areas of Queens and Long Island, and more flooding is possible with Friday morning's high tide.
People along the Jersey Shore brace for the impact of Hurricane Erin with concerns of high tides, rough surfs and beach erosion.
It's the latest development in a string of disturbances where similar toys were tossed at WNBA games across the country.
Hurricane Erin caused flooding Thursday along coastal areas of Queens and Long Island, and more flooding is possible with Friday morning's high tide.
It's no surprise that the people who want to replace Adams smell blood and are on the attack.
Over 100 people have been sickened in the Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Harlem.
Ingrid Lewis-Martin, a longtime adviser to NYC Mayor Eric Adams, is accused of accepting a TV show appearance, catering and home renovations.
The boys are advancing to the U.S. world championship round this weekend, and fans in the community are eager to watch and cheer on their very own.
New Jersey is under a state of emergency and there's a coastal flood advisory for the Jersey Shore as Hurricane Erin causes dangerous conditions.
While weather conditions have been pretty quiet to begin the week, they're going to become much more active in the short term.
Fairfield National defeated South Dakota 13-1 to get within one game of playing for the U.S. championship in Williamsport.
Hurricane Erin's track is forecast to stay offshore, but the New York City area and Jersey Shore are still seeing some impact.
Hurricane Erin caused flooding Thursday along coastal areas of Queens and Long Island, and more flooding is possible with Friday morning's high tide.
People along the Jersey Shore brace for the impact of Hurricane Erin with concerns of high tides, rough surfs and beach erosion.
Family members say Deborah Terril, 68, struggled with mental illness and that the shooting could have been prevented.
It's the latest immigration raid in Edison after a similar one in July.
Attorneys say one of the victims raised warning flags about the killer, but that investigators failed to act.
Hurricane Erin caused flooding Thursday along coastal areas of Queens and Long Island, and more flooding is possible with Friday morning's high tide.
New Jersey is under a state of emergency and there's a coastal flood advisory for the Jersey Shore as Hurricane Erin causes dangerous conditions.
Officials say safety is the number one concern as Hurricane Erin moves closer to our shores.
These are the top-ranked high schools in New York City and Long Island, U.S. News & World Report says.
While weather conditions have been pretty quiet to begin the week, they're going to become much more active in the short term.
It's no surprise that the people who want to replace Adams smell blood and are on the attack.
Alina Habba, President Trump's former personal lawyer, has been serving as New Jersey's U.S. attorney "without lawful authority" since early July, a judge said.
Energy suppliers are having trouble keeping up with the rapid increase in demand, and consumers in some states are seeing higher monthly bills.
A New York appellate court threw out the $527 million penalty in the civil fraud case against President Trump and others on Thursday, ruling that the fine was "excessive."
Ingrid Lewis-Martin, a longtime adviser to NYC Mayor Eric Adams, is accused of accepting a TV show appearance, catering and home renovations.
Over 100 people have been sickened in the Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Harlem.
Both lawsuits claim construction companies failed to protect workers from unsafe conditions that led to the spread of the disease.
If confirmed, it would be the first case of locally acquired malaria in New Jersey since 1991. There are about 100 travel-related cases in the state each year, health officials said.
There are now 108 confirmed cases of the potentially deadly form of pneumonia in Harlem since late July, NYC officials said.
Supporters of the Medicaid cuts say the changes will reduce fraud and abuse, but others worry about impacts to the vulnerable.
Around 5:50 a.m., LAPD officers responded to Ventura Boulevard and Vineland Avenue for a man walking in the street.
It's leading to a larger conversation on safety and etiquette.
Tickets are on sale now for the fall edition of NYC Broadway Week 2025, when select shows offer two tickets for the price of one.
The Oscar-nominated actor famously played arch-villain General Zod in "Superman" and "Superman II."
The life and work of journalist and educator David Diaz was celebrated Thursday, on the eve of what would've been his 83rd birthday.
It's the latest development in a string of disturbances where similar toys were tossed at WNBA games across the country.
The Boston Red Sox survived struggles at the plate for a 6-3 victory over the New York Yankees on Thursday night.
Giants reserves played much of a 42-10 rout of the Patriots on Thursday night.
The last-place Nationals beat the Mets 9-3 on Thursday to take two of three from their banged-up NL East rivals.
The boys are advancing to the U.S. world championship round this weekend, and fans in the community are eager to watch and cheer on their very own.
The city-owned section of the BQE would cost billions to fix, with construction not expected to begin until 2029.
The state says the move will expand protections for swimming and fishing to more than 90% of New York City's waterways.
New York City's tallest subway station will receive long-awaited elevators as part of the MTA's $68 billion capital plan.
Residents say they approved a plan which included affordable housing but are now facing a shelter for 169 families.
Some Bay Ridge homeowners say the city's plan for 50 new Citi Bike docking stations is too big and too dangerous.
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.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The bribery scandal involving former top adviser Ingrid Lewis-Martin doesn't seem to be slowing him down. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo has the details.
We're nearing the end of the Hurricane Erin's impacts on the East Coast, but people are still asked to play it safe by the beach. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for August 21 at 11 p.m.
Students arriving for orientation Thursday at Villanova University experienced fear and panic when they learned of a report of an active shooter on campus, but it all turned out to be a cruel hoax, the university says. Kerri Cerrado reports.
