Keechant Sewell stepping down as commissioner of the NYPD
No reason was given for Sewell's departure, but Mayor Eric Adams and other city leaders lauded her for the work she did in her 18 months on the job. CBS2's Ali Bauman reports.
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No reason was given for Sewell's departure, but Mayor Eric Adams and other city leaders lauded her for the work she did in her 18 months on the job. CBS2's Ali Bauman reports.
Keechant Sewell's 18-month tenure as NYPD commissioner was the shortest since Bernard Kerik, who served 16 months from 2000-2002, CBS2's Ali Bauman reports.
Keechant Sewell became the first woman to be New York City's police commissioner in 2021. She announced her resignation on Monday, CBS2's Dick Brennan reports.
Sewell is stepping down as New York City's police commissioner, according to multiple sources. CBS2's Dick Brennan reports.
Police said the women robbed a man and woman inside an elevator at the West 4th Street–Washington Square station.
A woman is recovering after a man robbed her and tried to rape her on a J train, according to police. CBS2's Christina Fan reports. Read more here
The youth basketball tournament is supported by the NYPD and the NBA.
Police said a 42-year-old man was shot multiple times early Saturday morning.
New York City says it's working to better solve crimes targeting the LGBTQIA+ community.
The official headcount for all ranks is currently around 33,900 members, which is higher than the IBO's total.
New data obtained by CBS2 shows the number of officers on the NYPD payroll is steadily declining despite efforts to recruit more officers. CBS2 investigative reporter Tim McNicholas obtained the staffing numbers.
A 1-month-old girl suffered severe injuries after a sideswiped SUV flipped several times.
An SUV carrying the child was sideswiped by a sedan and flipped several times. CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports.
Sarah Arias was heading home to get ready for prom when she ended up on tracks at 75th Street/Elderts Lane station.
Among the findings: more than 97% of the people stopped by NST officers were Black or Hispanic.
Among the findings: 97% of people stopped are Black or Hispanic. Additionally, officers are failing to show reasonable suspicion to conduct 1 out of every 4 stops. CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports.
A new report by the independent monitor of the NYPD's Neighborhood Safety Teams accused the units of unlawfully stopping, frisking and searching people, CBS2's Alice Gainer reports.
A 23-year-old man was killed crossing the street, and several other people were seriously hurt.
The girl's mother fought the man and broke his grip on her daughter, police said.
A search is underway for the man accused of beating a 68-year-old man during an argument in the Bronx.
Investigators said four men held a teen working at a store on West Houston Street at gunpoint and stole $1,400 worth of merchandise in the latest robbery.
Police said the suspect stole more than $900 worth of statues and religious items from Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church.
Since the beginning of the year, NYPD officers seized 2,100 guns and made over 1,800 gun arrests.
Since the beginning of the year, NYPD officers seized 2,100 guns from the street and made over 1,800 gun arrests, CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
U.S. Marshals arrested Timothy Taylor, 35, around 11:20 a.m. Friday in Philadelphia.
New poll on New York mayor's race finds Trump is a factor. Voters say next mayor should oppose sending National Guard to New York City.
Known for puck-handling and leaving the crease before it was common practice for netminders, Giacomin won the Vezina Trophy in 1970-71.
The agency said it is working to identify and notify people who may have been exposed.
Maurene Comey is suing the Trump administration over her firing in July, saying that her termination was unlawful and unconstitutional.
It's that time of year again when Gridlock Alert Days will close streets across New York City in anticipation of the United Nations General Assembly and the holiday season.
Known for puck-handling and leaving the crease before it was common practice for netminders, Giacomin won the Vezina Trophy in 1970-71.
The agency said it is working to identify and notify people who may have been exposed.
It's that time of year again when Gridlock Alert Days will close streets across New York City in anticipation of the United Nations General Assembly and the holiday season.
Mr. Trump called Hochul's endorsement of Mamdani a "rather shocking development, and a very bad one for New York City."
NYC officials are warning about car thefts targeting Toyota Highlanders in Washington Heights and Inwood, Manhattan.
The first opportunity to get your hands on FIFA 2026 World Cup tickets started at 11 a.m. on Wednesday and will run until 11 a.m. on Sept. 19.
The threat stems from climate change, loss of habitat, and overharvesting.
A coastal flood advisory is in effect today for parts of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, as rain and cool temperatures take over.
The first opportunity to secure tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in East Rutherford, New Jersey, is underway.
Doctors say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer.
According to officials, air quality testing did not detect pollutants or anything corrosive or hazardous.
PSE&G said it increased its rate by 17% in June.
More than 700 New Jersey residents were killed on 9/11.
Veolia Water said emergency repairs were completed on the water mains that broke earlier this week in Hoboken.
A Humpty Dumpty statue on a Jersey Shore golf course had a great fall — and police say two unknown vandals are to blame.
The LIRR's largest union has voted to authorize a potential strike, but officials say it will not start later this week as planned.
Welles Remy Crowther, a 24-year-old volunteer firefighter and equities trader, guided survivors in the South Tower to safety.
Some 250,000 golf fans are expected to attend the Ryder Cup at Bethpage State Park, with nearly half taking the LIRR to get there.
The ceremony is held on 9/11 every year in Lido Beach, where people watched the horror in Lower Manhattan unfold in the distance.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority released its plan for commuters if LIRR service is indeed suspended due to a strike.
New poll on New York mayor's race finds Trump is a factor. Voters say next mayor should oppose sending National Guard to New York City.
Maurene Comey is suing the Trump administration over her firing in July, saying that her termination was unlawful and unconstitutional.
Mr. Trump called Hochul's endorsement of Mamdani a "rather shocking development, and a very bad one for New York City."
Vance has described his longtime friendship with Kirk, who was also a key ally in his political rise.
ICE raids, the federally led English-only initiative and an anti-DEI push have changed the national climate in which Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations occur -- when they do at all.
The agency said it is working to identify and notify people who may have been exposed.
State health officials say the executive directive eliminates barriers to access for New Jersey residents.
The new lungs can triple the length of survival and can even last decades. If not, a second transplant is an option.
This year marks 35 years of Koman's annual event raising money for breast cancer research, advocacy and support.
Doctors say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer.
Netflix's "Adolescence" won big at the 77th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, earning six awards, including best limited series.
Don't miss a moment of the 2025 Emmys. Here's how to watch the action live, from the red carpet to the awards show.
The rapper announced she would be appearing at Cloud Deli on West 159th Street for what she called a "Bodega Baddie" pop-up.
Comedian Nate Bargatze spoke to "CBS Mornings" about preparing to host the 77th Emmy Awards on Sunday.
Shortly after pranking listeners over exit, Howard Stern said SiriusXM has approached him about keeping his show on the air.
Known for puck-handling and leaving the crease before it was common practice for netminders, Giacomin won the Vezina Trophy in 1970-71.
The Boston Red Sox held off the New York Yankees for a 6-4 victory on Sunday night to avoid a three-game sweep.
The New York Mets stopped an eight-game losing streak with a 5-2 win over the Texas Rangers on Sunday.
The Cowboys extended their winning streak against the NFC East rivals to nine games — the longest active streak in the NFL among division opponents.
Josh Allen shook off a bloody nose as the Buffalo Bills cruised to a 30-10 victory over the New York Jets on Sunday.
Christopher Burke estimates he's covered almost the entire western half of the borough, and is more than halfway through.
Neighbors in Queens are baffled by the sudden disappearance of their quirky local landmark.
New York City expects the World's Fair monument to reopen for limited tours by the end of 2026.
Decades later, many members of the Gerritsen Beach Volunteer Fire Department continue to face health consequences from their service.
The 17th Avenue pedestrian bridge reconstruction is now at least two years behind schedule.
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.
Union representatives say they have requested a Presidential Emergency Mediation Board to weigh in, which will delay the timeline by several months. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
The DOH says it is investigating measles exposures on the Lower East Side and SoHo.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.
Mr. Trump called Hochul's endorsement of Mamdani a "rather shocking development, and a very bad one for New York City. How can such a thing happen? Washington will be watching this situation very closely. No reason to be sending good money after bad!" CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen joined representatives from the LIRR Bargaining Coalition to announce the results of Monday's vote. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner has the update.
