James Essig accuses NYPD of corruption, retaliation in lawsuit
A new lawsuit filed by the former NYPD chief of detectives accuses the department of widespread corruption and retaliation, even offering promotions for a price.
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A new lawsuit filed by the former NYPD chief of detectives accuses the department of widespread corruption and retaliation, even offering promotions for a price.
New NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch is making personnel changes at the department, reportedly ousting dozens of department bosses.
Authorities are revealing more details surrounding the killing of a woman who was set on fire while sleeping on the New York City subway.
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.
The New York City Police Department's newest commissioner, Jessica Tisch, was sworn in Monday.
Some are calling for the police commissioner to step down after he and his twin brother were raided by federal investigators. CBS News New York's Derick Waller has the latest.
Millions of Jewish people around the world will observe Passover starting on Monday. But this year, with the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, there are additional concerns about staying safe during the holiday. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga explains how cities are handling security concerns.
The commissioner specifically pointed to murder, rape and robbery statistics, while other NYPD leaders touted the department's efforts to incorporate technology into their work.
President of Teamsters Local 237 says there are 2,000 fewer school safety agents citywide than in 2019.
Victims were found unconscious and later pronounced dead at local hospital.
Victim taken to Maimonides Hospital, search for gunman ongoing
William Blount, 57, has been charged with attempted murder, robbery, and assault in Thursday's incident.
Chris Anguisaca, 19, underwent multiple surgeries and said he's grateful to be alive.
The picture looks even worse when you look at the types students are bringing to class.
The NYPD wants your help identifying two men and a woman they say pushed their way into a Brooklyn man's apartment and shot him in the leg.
The community wants everyone to hear them loud and clear, something needs to change.
Sulan was being field trained by Detectives Wilbert Mora and Jason Rivera when they responded to a domestic call last month.
A woman walking home early Sunday morning was killed in Chinatown. The NYPD has arrested the man it says stalked her and killed her inside her own building.
The woman was taken to the hospital and treated for a swollen lip and cuts to her mouth.
The driver, 19, remained at the scene, police said. The crash is under investigation.
Police said the suspect threw liquid from a coffee cup at a 67-year-old man. Then, they boarded the same train and started arguing.
The off-duty officer, who was shot in the foot, is expected to make a full recovery.
Police said the 40-year-old victim was shot in the leg while coming to aid his daughter who was fighting with her boyfriend.
The driver of the car the victim was in drove him to the hospital.
A couple of Rite Aid stores in Manhattan are closing following an uptick in shoplifting. Rather than following suit, another store chain says it's doing something else about it.
Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz said "Operation: Shadyville" led to the largest single gang takedown in the New York City borough's history.
President Trump posted on social media that Democratic lawmakers who urged members of the military to disobey illegal orders should be arrested and face trial for "seditious behavior."
A baby boy was found dead in a bag Thursday at the Bay View Houses in Canarsie, Brooklyn, according to police.
Federal prosecutors say Natalie Greene, a former staffer for a New Jersey congressman, fabricated a story about being attacked.
After FTC settlement, eligible Amazon Prime customers will automatically receive refunds between Nov. 12 and Dec. 24.
Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz said "Operation: Shadyville" led to the largest single gang takedown in the New York City borough's history.
A baby boy was found dead in a bag Thursday at the Bay View Houses in Canarsie, Brooklyn, according to police.
The former Long Island sleep center worker who pleaded guilty to secretly recording patients and co-workers in the bathroom is now facing jail time.
NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani says his upcoming meeting with President Trump at the White House is an opportunity to make his case for New Yorkers.
Travel demand is soaring as the holidays near -- even with government shutdown horror stories fresh in passengers' minds.
The New York City area will see an unusual temperature pattern Sunday as a strong cold front marches through the region.
A severe geomagnetic storm brought the northern lights, or aurora borealis, back to the New York City area on Wednesday night.
Tuesday is Veterans Day, and it's a First Alert Weather Day due to the cold and wind.
A freeze warning goes into effect Monday across the New York City area as the coldest weather of the season so far arrives.
It comes after last week's deadly storm brought damaging winds that knocked down trees around the city and the Tri-State Area.
Federal prosecutors say Natalie Greene, a former staffer for a New Jersey congressman, fabricated a story about being attacked.
Travel demand is soaring as the holidays near -- even with government shutdown horror stories fresh in passengers' minds.
Andrew LaBruno, a Jersey City police sergeant and former mayor of Dumont, is accused of sexually assaulting a child.
A five-alarm five that destroyed several homes in Roselle, New Jersey, on Monday night displaced 38 people. Some residents said they lost everything.
Saturday's mass shooting in Newark, N.J. killed 10-year-old Jordan Garcia and 21-year-old Kiyah Mae Scott and injured three others.
The former Long Island sleep center worker who pleaded guilty to secretly recording patients and co-workers in the bathroom is now facing jail time.
Nassau County police say they've arrested an international fugitive, but they're furious over the fact that he was issued a New York driver's license.
A new list shows the top seven most expensive places to live in New York are all on Long Island. But exactly where may surprise you.
Doctors were afraid Connor Dubeau, a Smithtown West High School senior, would not walk again after he broke a bone in his neck diving into rocky waters at Gilgo Beach.
The New York City area will see an unusual temperature pattern Sunday as a strong cold front marches through the region.
President Trump posted on social media that Democratic lawmakers who urged members of the military to disobey illegal orders should be arrested and face trial for "seditious behavior."
Federal prosecutors say Natalie Greene, a former staffer for a New Jersey congressman, fabricated a story about being attacked.
NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani says his upcoming meeting with President Trump at the White House is an opportunity to make his case for New Yorkers.
Dick Cheney's daughter Liz Cheney, an outspoken critic of President Trump, said her father "knew the bonds of party must always yield to the single bond we share as Americans."
Cheney, a dominant figure in Republican politics for more than three decades, died on Nov. 3 at age 84.
A blood drive was held in Harlem on Wednesday as the New York Blood Center reports a dip in its blood supply.
The Turtle Back Zoo in New Jersey joined the relatively few in the U.S. that routinely give the public a view of veterinary care.
Doctors were afraid Connor Dubeau, a Smithtown West High School senior, would not walk again after he broke a bone in his neck diving into rocky waters at Gilgo Beach.
Millions of family caregivers across the U.S. are providing unpaid care to loved ones with aging illnesses. The Credit for Caring Act could ease the financial burden.
Natural coral is being used to help those suffering from knee osteoarthritis who may not need a total knee replacement.
The event, organized by the Vatican's culture ministry, drew stars including Spike Lee, Cate Blanchett and Judd Apatow.
America's largest festival for non-fiction cinema opens Nov. 12, offering more than 115 feature-length documentaries plus short films, available in NYC theaters and streaming. Check out the remarkable lineup.
Actress Eva LaRue opens up about her yearslong stalker and the two-part documentary detailing her experience.
The Radio City Rockettes celebrated their 100th anniversary with a street renaming ceremony outside Radio City Music Hall.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the artists with the most Grammy nominations this year.
New York Jets Coach Aaron Glenn confirmed Wednesday that Tyrod Taylor will start over Justin Fields on Sunday.
Jets coach Aaron Glenn says he has spoken to Kris Boyd and is confident the cornerback and special teams standout will be OK.
After a penalty-free first and second periods, the whistles came out in a tense third period.
Jaylen Brown scored 29 points and the Celtics beat the Nets 113-99 on Tuesday night
Jake Guentzel scored three goals for his eighth career hat trick and the Lightning beat the Devils 5-1 on Tuesday night.
New York City has plans to transform a low-lying neighborhood at the Brooklyn-Queens border.
Residents and business owners say illegal vending along Brighton Beach has gotten out of control.
A blood drive was held in Harlem on Wednesday as the New York Blood Center reports a dip in its blood supply.
In one of Brooklyn's most contaminated industrial corridors, a small nursery is cultivating thousands of native plants to restore greenspace, bolster climate resilience, and reconnect neighbors with nature.
Business owners in Gravesend say abandoned and double-parked cars are clogging McDonald Avenue, hurting their livelihoods and creating dangerous conditions.
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.
Mayor Eric Adams said life expectancy in the city reached 83.2 years in 2024, beating the administration's goal in 2030.
Amtrak Special Advisor Andy Byford said the entire country could benefit from the New York City train station's renovation.
The Bad-Co Ballout gang is responsible for more than a dozen fatal shootings in Queens, among other crimes, according to prosecutors.
CBS News New York is proud to partner with the Humane Society of New York to help our furry friends find their forever homes.
It took emergency crews almost one hour to rescue the man after he fell 15 feet down a manhole in Washington Heights.
