Verdict expected as early as today in Officer Crespo trial
Newark Police Officer Jovanny Crespo is accused of shooting two men, one fatally, during a chase in January 2019. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
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Newark Police Officer Jovanny Crespo is accused of shooting two men, one fatally, during a chase in January 2019. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
Crespo was seen on body camera video firing at a car that fled a traffic stop and led officers on a wild chase in 2019.
Crespo was seen on body camera video firing at a car that fled a traffic stop and led officers on a wild chase in 2019.
Crespo was pursuing a vehicle in 2019 when he fatally shot the driver and badly injured a passenger.
Essex County officials said the Juneteenth New Jersey organizers were planning too big of an event in too little time.
A Juneteenth event scheduled for Sunday in Newark has been canceled. Organizers are blaming Essex County, while local officials believe canceling was the best way to keep people safe. CBS2's Doug Williams reports.
Trump is headed to Florida, where he will face a federal judge after being indicted on 37 counts. CBS2's John Dias reports.
His attorney focused questioning on the officer diffusing a dangerous situation by using force that was necessary.
He's accused of shooting two men, killing one of them, after a chase in 2019. CBS2's Doug Williams reports.
The audience cheered loudly as Grace Mariani and her dog Justin accepted their diplomas from the Seton Hall University president.
Newark will add more mental health services and host neighborhood gatherings as part of the initiative.
A jury will determine whether Newark Police Officer Jovanny Crespo was justified in firing shots back in 2019.
The Newark police officer charged with shooting and killing a man and injuring another after a wild chase appeared in court Tuesday. CBS2's Alice Gainer was in the courtroom.
"Ladies And Gentlemen... The Beatles" runs until June 25th at the GRAMMY Museum Experience at Prudential Center.
A new exhibit in our area covers the start of Beatlemania 60 years ago. Now, the story of The Beatles is being embraced by a whole new generation of fans.
A new exhibit in our area covers the start of Beatlemania 60 years ago. Now, the story of The Beatles is being embraced by a whole new generation of fans.
Puppies training to become service dogs were exposed to the airport to get familiar with the sights and sounds of travel, CBS2's John Elliott reports. For more information, visit www.seeingeye.org.
Baraka said New Jersey has one of the toughest gun laws in the country, but that doesn't stop guns from coming in from other states.
Congress passed legislation nearly a year ago requiring background checks in all gun sales, including those purchased online or at gun shows. CBS2's Christine Sloan reports.
Twenty-seven-year-old Walik Shaw was shot and killed Wednesday inside a Johnson Avenue home in Newark.
A vigil was held Friday evening in memory of an 8-year-old boy killed in Newark.
Family members are mourning the death of two people, including a child, who died in a shooting in Newark this week. CBS2's Christine Sloan spoke exclusively with one of the victims' mother.
Police sources said the suspect grabbed the 8-year-old boy and shot him in the chest. Another man was also shot to death before police killed the gunman.
They were killed by a suspect who investigators said was then shot and killed by police, CBS2's Christine Sloan reports.
Police sources said the suspected gunman died in the chaos on Johnson Avenue, but the child's mother survived.
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.
It's no surprise that the people who want to replace Adams smell blood and are on the attack.
The Jets placed defensive lineman Rashad Weaver on season-ending injured reserve and released defensive tackle Phidarian Mathis on Thursday.
It's the latest immigration raid in Edison after a similar one in July.
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.
Former City Hall adviser Winnie Greco allegedly handed journalist Katie Honan cash stuffed into a potato chip bag.
A state of emergency has been declared in New Jersey and a coastal flood warning is in effect for the Jersey Shore as Hurricane Erin causes dangerous conditions.
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.
A state of emergency has been declared in New Jersey and a coastal flood warning is in effect 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.
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.
A state of emergency has been declared in New Jersey and a coastal flood warning is in effect for the Jersey Shore as Hurricane Erin causes dangerous conditions.
Rough surf and strong winds from Hurricane Erin are battering beaches, and the storm is expected to cause major erosion.
Hurricane Erin is causing dangerous conditions at beaches along the Jersey Shore, NYC and Long Island, where some could see coastal flooding.
A state of emergency has been declared in New Jersey and a coastal flood warning is in effect 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.
Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder said a weeklong intensive search resulted in 42 arrests.
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.
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.
A special exhibit celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Bruce Springsteen album "Born to Run" is coming to the Jersey Shore.
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 Jets placed defensive lineman Rashad Weaver on season-ending injured reserve and released defensive tackle Phidarian Mathis on Thursday.
Giancarlo Stanton hit a pinch-hit, two-run home run in the top of the 10th inning to lift the Yankees to a 6-4 win over the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday night.
The Nationals held on to beat the Mets 5-4 on Wednesday night, ending New York's three-game winning streak.
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.
Reports of an active shooter at Villanova University on Thursday were a hoax, according to the university's president.
A group of boys from Fairfield, Connecticut, will play for the U.S. championship at the Little League World Series this weekend. As CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports, fans at home are ready to cheer their team to victory.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for August 21 at 5:45 p.m.
Whether you're serving aces or sandwiches, the U.S. Open is satisfying every appetite. CBS News New York's John Dias went to Queens to get a taste of the food tennis fans will get to try this year.
Former City Hall adviser Winnie Greco allegedly handed journalist Katie Honan a red envelope of cash stuffed into a potato chip bag following an Eric Adams re-election campaign event Wednesday in Harlem. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
