Woman set on fire on NYC subway identified, police say
The woman who was set on fire on the NYC subway has been identified as Debrina Kawam, of Toms River, New Jersey, police say.
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The woman who was set on fire on the NYC subway has been identified as Debrina Kawam, of Toms River, New Jersey, police say.
CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu has more on the 61-year-old victim from New Jersey.
New York says the controversial tolling plan will begin as scheduled on Sunday, but New Jersey has drawn a different conclusion from the judge's opinion. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Congestion pricing will start this weekend as planned, the MTA says, despite a New Jersey judge partially siding with some who sought to delay it.
The MTA says congestion pricing can start this Sunday as planned, but New Jersey claims it cannot move forward after a judge's recent ruling. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook explains.
Both New York and New Jersey are declaring victory, with the controversial tolling plan set to start on Sunday. CBS News New York's Derick Waller reports.
The tolling program will charge most drivers $9 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street during peak hours, starting Jan. 5. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
The MTA is unveiling its Winter Weekend discount program for Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North riders as congestion pricing is set to begin.
With congestion pricing set to start on Jan. 5, the MTA now says it has the right to hike the prices even more on gridlock alert days.
However, Gov. Kathy Hochul says "under no circumstances" will she allow it to happen. The controversial tolling plan begins on Jan. 5. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian has the story.
The MTA says much of the revenue it expects to get from congestion pricing will go towards solving subway station accessibility issues.
A century-old problem impacts a significant number of subway riders in New York City -- the lack of access to stations for people with disabilities. The MTA says much of the revenue it expects to get from congestion pricing will go towards solving the issue. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook got an exclusive look at the work being done.
Sebastian Zapeta, 33, was charged with murder and arson after a woman sleeping on the New York City subway was set on fire and died, police say.
New York City congestion pricing cleared late legal challenges in Manhattan and Rockland County, keeping it on track to start Jan. 5, 2025.
A federal judge denied requests for an injunction that would have delayed the start of congestion pricing in New York City.
Commissioner Jessica Tisch and other members of the NYPD announced a person of interest in the case was taken into custody on Sunday afternoon.
New York City congestion pricing is facing a last-ditch effort in federal court to delay the Jan. 5 implementation new tolls in Manhattan.
Congestion pricing in New York City is supposed to start Jan. 5, 2025, but it could get delayed because of a last-ditch legal effort. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
New York City congestion pricing is facing a last-ditch effort to delay the implementation new tolls. CBS News New York's Doug Williams reports.
Parts of the MTA's emergency exit infrastructure are in a hazardous state of disrepair, according to a new audit report.
A power outage last week left thousands of subway riders in Brooklyn stranded underground. Some had to use emergency exits, and now, a report finds parts of that infrastructure is in a hazardous state of disrepair. As CBS News New York's Elle McLogan reports, the findings are raising safety questions.
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced 250 more National Guard troops will join the effort to help keep the subways safe as officials announced every subway car now is equipped with a camera.
During its final board meeting of the year, the MTA on Wednesday approved a financial plan that includes a fare hike.
Meeting for the final time in 2024, the board also discussed congestion pricing's impending rollout. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
The MTA board will hold its final meeting of the year Wednesday and it's set to discuss the new toll and possibly a fare hike. CBS News New York's Derick Waller has a preview.
Amtrak's NextGen Acela trains have all sorts of new features to speed up travel time and accommodate today's commuters.
A driver is facing charges following a deadly motorcycle crash that shut down part of the BQE on Wednesday.
Today's protest in NYC is timed to coincide with the anniversary of the Civil Rights-era March on Washington in 1963.
The Lincoln Tunnel is dealing with major delays in both directions for the morning commute today in NYC.
Taylor Townsend and Jelena Ostapenko got into an argument after Townsend won their second-round U.S. Open match on Wednesday.
Amtrak's NextGen Acela trains have all sorts of new features to speed up travel time and accommodate today's commuters.
A driver is facing charges following a deadly motorcycle crash that shut down part of the BQE on Wednesday.
Today's protest in NYC is timed to coincide with the anniversary of the Civil Rights-era March on Washington in 1963.
The Lincoln Tunnel is dealing with major delays in both directions for the morning commute today in NYC.
Taylor Townsend and Jelena Ostapenko got into an argument after Townsend won their second-round U.S. Open match on Wednesday.
On Monday, Fairfield National, the Metro Region champions, was welcomed back home after an incredibly impressive season.
Parents can prepare for end-of-the-summer challenges, like anxiety over the first day of school, earlier bedtimes and cellphone bans.
The town of Fairfield will throw a parade Monday to celebrate the Little League team's World Series run.
NYC's Office of Emergency Management issued a warning for life-threatening rip currents through 8 p.m. Sunday.
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 Lincoln Tunnel is dealing with major delays in both directions for the morning commute today in NYC.
Paramus is suing the American Dream mall in East Rutherford, N.J., for staying open Sundays, in violation of Bergen County's blue laws.
One person was killed and two others were injured Tuesday when an SUV struck a Planet Fitness building in Elizabeth, New Jersey, the mayor's office confirmed.
Thousands of Paterson, New Jersey customers have been under a boil water advisory for 18 days following three separate water main breaks.
Police in Newark, N.J. are investigating how a 7-year-old got ahold of a gun and shot himself Monday.
A Long Island family is heartbroken over the apparent theft of their dog right off their front lawn. They've spent hours calling vets, shelters and even fire departments, but no one has seen him.
Schools in the Long Island town of Glen Cove are replacing gymnasium floors following this month's startling discovery of mercury vapors emanating from old rubberized flooring.
Metro-North faced delays on the New Haven and Harlem lines, and LIRR service was partially suspended on the Port Jefferson Branch.
The Calverton property owner says it's organic compost, but neighbors worry the stench engulfing their homes is from toxic trash.
Parents can prepare for end-of-the-summer challenges, like anxiety over the first day of school, earlier bedtimes and cellphone bans.
For public school students in New York, this year may feel different than any other due to a statewide ban on cellphones in schools.
According to the poll by Tulchin Research, if all candidates remain in the race, Mamdani still has the lead.
Susan Monarez, the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, has been removed from her job, a source told CBS News — but her attorneys called her firing "legally deficient."
The Penn Station redevelopment project in NYC is set to start construction in 2027, DOT Secretary Sean Duffy announced Wednesday.
"Instead of being a point of pride, Washington's Union Station has fallen into disrepair," Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said.
New York City health officials are investigating cases of Legionnaires' disease at an apartment building in the Bronx.
Parents can prepare for end-of-the-summer challenges, like anxiety over the first day of school, earlier bedtimes and cellphone bans.
A Hudson County resident who tested positive for measles used public transit while potentially infectious, health officials say.
Two other possible cases of West Nile virus are under investigation in Brooklyn.
It's the latest of several lawsuits related to the Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Harlem.
Fans have been eager to learn everything they can ever since Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement in a joint post.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced the news of their engagement with photos on Instagram.
Jerry Adler's acting credits include "The Sopranos" and "The Good Wife." He also had 53 Broadway productions to his name, all behind the scenes.
Around 5:50 a.m., LAPD officers responded to Ventura Boulevard and Vineland Avenue for a man walking in the street.
Tennis legend Serena Williams is sharing her journey with weight loss drugs, saying she's lost 31 pounds in 8 months using GLP-1s.
Taylor Townsend and Jelena Ostapenko got into an argument after Townsend won their second-round U.S. Open match on Wednesday.
Nolan McLean tossed eight magnificent innings Wednesday night in the Mets' 6-0 victory over the Phillies.
The Yankees hit six home runs in Wednesday's 11-2 win over the Nationals, their fourth straight victory overall.
Tommy DeVito is going from New Jersey to New England, after the quarterback was awarded to the Patriots off waivers Wednesday afternoon.
The U.S. Open 2025 is serving up more than just tennis, with luxury food items on the menu. And of course, the return of the Honey Deuce.
As developers tout jobs and investment, opponents warn of displacement, addiction and strained infrastructure.
Brighton Beach has one of New York City's largest elderly populations, supported by local organizations and volunteers.
Thursday night's tidal flooding may be in part to blame for a large fire at a Long Island marina that destroyed a restaurant and several boats.
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.
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 first public trip from New York was scheduled to pick up passengers and depart New York City just before 10 a.m. Thursday.
An overnight crash on the outbound side of the Helix shut down several lanes for roughly six hours.
Candlelight vigils were held Wednesday night for the two children killed and more than a dozen others wounded in the shooting at a Catholic school.
Amtrak is launching its NextGen Acela trains on Thursday, with stops in the New York City area. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has the details.
Several of the New York City mayoral candidates will join the National Action Network to mark the anniversary of the March on Washington and protest the rollback of DEI initiatives. CBS News New York's Christina Fan has the story.
