Newark fire, N.J. state police honored at American Dream
The ceremony highlighted the men who died in the line of duty battling last month's Port Newark cargo ship fire.
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The ceremony highlighted the men who died in the line of duty battling last month's Port Newark cargo ship fire.
No injuries were reported.
Fallen Newark Fire Captains Augusto Acabou and Wayne Brooks Jr. were honored Wednesday in a ceremony at the American Dream mall.
Paul Veneto, a former flight attendant, started his annual "Paulie's Push" on Monday to honor the crewmembers of Flight 93 who died on 9/11.
The state funeral for New Jersey Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver was held at Newark's Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart.
The state funeral for New Jersey Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver is being held Saturday in Newark, bringing an end to a three-day celebration of her life and legacy. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports from the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart.
Oliver, 71, spent much of her career in Newark before she broke barriers and became the first Black woman elected lieutenant governor.
The late lieutenant governor of New Jersey spent much of her career in Newark before she broke barriers, CBS New York's Christine Sloan reports.
The lieutenant governor is lying in state as part of a three-day celebration of life. CBS New York's Christine Sloan has the latest on how she's being remembered.
In 2020, Newark sued New York City for relocating families experiencing homelessness to Newark with no advance word.
Under SOTA, the city covers the first year of rent for working homeless families who move outside the five boroughs.
There are changes to a controversial city program that relocates families experiencing homelessness to new homes across state lines. A settlement has been reached in the landmark lawsuit CBS New York first reported on in 2019. Lisa Rozner was part of our award-winning coverage on "Forgotten Families" left living in deplorable conditions in New Jersey.
Officers responded to a call of a multiple stabbing at a home on the 400 block of South 18th just after 1 p.m.
Police are investigating after two people, including a 12-year-old girl, were stabbed at a Newark home. CBS New York's Christine Sloan reports. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3qoCgfk
A settlement has been reached in federal court between New York City and Newark over the Special One Time Assistance program, known as SOTA.
The 71-year-old was the first Black woman to serve as Assembly speaker, and then, in 2017, as lieutenant governor.
Taylor Swift may soon become one of the most awarded artist in MTV Video Music Awards history.
He was convicted of killing Damian Dymka, a nurse, who was walking on the shoulder of the Garden State Parkway.
A former Newark police officer and his father were sentenced Wednesday in the death of a nurse who was struck and killed while walking on the Garden State Parkway. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
Investigators said the fire truck was en route to a call when it crashed at Lafayette and Mulberry streets late Sunday night.
The fire engine was responding to an alarm when the crash happened Sunday night.
The mayor says he has met with Port Authority to discuss ways to be more proactive in the future.
On Wednesday, Newark's mayor and fire chief spoke about the investigation into the cargo ship fire that killed two Newark fire captains.
Several residents say contractors were working on the unit where the blast was first seen.
Investigators are still trying to figure out what caused an explosion at an apartment building in Newark on Monday. CBS New York's Christine Sloan talked to tenants who were forced out of their homes.
A high impact nor'easter is set to affect the New York City area, starting today and lingering through Monday.
Aliaksei Protas had two goals and an assist, and the Capitals held on for a 4-2 win on Saturday night, spoiling New York's home opener.
Nico Hischier and Timo Meier each added a goal and two assists for the Devils in the 5-3 victory on Saturday night.
Adam Fox scored twice and added an assist as the New York Rangers beat the Penguins 6-1 to give new coach Mike Sullivan a victory in his return to Pittsburgh.
Acting Gov. Tahesha Way also declared a state of emergency, which is to take effect at 10 p.m. and stay in effect well into Monday.
A high impact nor'easter is set to affect the New York City area, starting today and lingering through Monday.
With Election Day a little more than three weeks away, a recent poll shows Latinos are projected to make up a sizeable percentage of eligible voters citywide.
Mangione's lawyers asked a New York federal judge to toss several charges, including the one that carries the death penalty.
When crews arrived on the scene on Williams Avenue in the New Lots section, there were large flames on the first floor in the back of the building, FDNY officials said.
Bellinger has a $25 million player option for 2026, but appears ready to test free agency.
A high impact nor'easter is set to affect the New York City area, starting today and lingering through Monday.
As they say, all good things must come to an end. It's a First Alert Weather Day, as rain arrives with some weather whiplash.
Kristen Hogan faces an attempted murder charge after police said she laced a bottle of wine with a toxic chemical and her partner drank it.
The October 2025 supermoon appeared in the skies over NYC, Long Island, New Jersey and beyond Monday night.
The U.S. Drought Monitor rates most of New York, northern New Jersey and Connecticut as "abnormally dry."
A high impact nor'easter is set to affect the New York City area, starting today and lingering through Monday.
Acting Gov. Tahesha Way also declared a state of emergency, which is to take effect at 10 p.m. and stay in effect well into Monday.
Mark Bray said his views have been under attack since he wrote "Antifa: The Anti-Fascist Playbook"
One New Jersey high school canceled its homecoming dance that was set for this weekend, it said, due to low interest among students.
Nicole Hustik says her late grandfather is buried in the wrong spot at the Hillside cemetery and that it should be an easy fix.
Sophomore Orion Newby says he did not used ChatGPT to write an essay.
Nassau County authorities say passing grades on commercial driving tests were for sale at the Garden City DMV.
We're gearing up for a round of wet weather in and around NYC, as a nor'easter takes aim at the East Coast this holiday weekend.
The woman learned she was one of the hundreds, if not thousands, of babies illegally adopted under Pinochet's dictatorship in Chile.
A fire burned through a building that was home to several businesses on East Marie Street in Nassau County, Long Island.
With Election Day a little more than three weeks away, a recent poll shows Latinos are projected to make up a sizeable percentage of eligible voters citywide.
Former President Joe Biden is undergoing radiation therapy and hormone treatment amid his ongoing treatment for prostate cancer, a spokesperson said.
Mark Bray said his views have been under attack since he wrote "Antifa: The Anti-Fascist Playbook"
President Trump said Friday he will impose an additional 100% tariff on imports from China starting next month — marking a significant escalation in the U.S.-China trade war.
To Mamdani, the case has become a litmus test in the campaign -- one that weighs directly on the ability of the next mayor to stand up to President Trump.
About a dozen paramedics at Northwell Health's Lenox Hill Hospital received a letter stating their positions will be eliminated in 30 days.
Juan Namnun, the baseball coach at Frankford High School, is in the small group of men diagnosed with breast cancer each year.
The 2-year-old facility is breaking the stigma when it comes to addressing mental illness.
With time running out to avert a government shutdown, millions of Americans who get health insurance under the Affordable Care Act could soon face sharply higher premiums.
In handwritten notes he left behind, the gunman repeatedly referenced CTE and asked for his brain to be studied.
Diane Keaton had a decades-long career with performances in 1977's "Annie Hall," the "The Godfather" films, and many more.
Fans of sci-fi, fantasy, horror and more will bring their enthusiasm and costumes to the annual gathering, which runs through Sunday.
Dolly Parton's spokesperson told CBS News that she was filming the video to address fans' concerns.
Thirty paintings by Bob Ross are set to be auctioned to support public television stations after federal funding cuts.
FCI Fort Dix, one of several dozen federal prisons with a residential drug treatment program, will best allow Sean "Diddy" Combs "to address drug abuse issues," his lawyer said.
Aliaksei Protas had two goals and an assist, and the Capitals held on for a 4-2 win on Saturday night, spoiling New York's home opener.
Nico Hischier and Timo Meier each added a goal and two assists for the Devils in the 5-3 victory on Saturday night.
Adam Fox scored twice and added an assist as the New York Rangers beat the Penguins 6-1 to give new coach Mike Sullivan a victory in his return to Pittsburgh.
Bellinger has a $25 million player option for 2026, but appears ready to test free agency.
The Giants' rookies shined in prime time as New York handed the defending Super Bowl champions their second straight loss.
A multisensory show merges sound, scent, and art to reimagine the painter's 1908 journey through "the City of Canals."
Windsor Terrace neighbors are growing concerned the city's plan to redesign the busy four-lane corridor with bike lanes will make it less safe.
Ben Z's Law, named for a baby who died in a steam radiator accident in 2024, is heading to the mayor's desk after a supermajority in the NYC Council voted for it.
The park's carefully designed gardens and habitats make visitors forget they're in the middle of Brooklyn.
The beloved Coney Island landmark was recognized for its role in shaping Brooklyn's heritage and identity.
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 Jets are across the pond where they will take on the Denver Broncos. CBS News New York's Otis Livingston reports from London.
Towns along the Jersey Shore are bracing for potential coastal flooding and power outages. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian has the latest.
CBS News New York's John Elliott has the latest weather forecast.
CBS News New York's Scott Padgett has what you need to know as the storm packing heavy rain and strong wind bears down on the Tri-State Area.
The gunfire erupted just after 6:30 p.m. on Saturday in the Soundview section. Police are searching for the gunman. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
