NYPD, Secret Service issue alert on holiday shopping scams
The NYPD is teaming up with the Secret Service to warn shoppers about an array of dangerous scams they're seeing this holiday season.
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The NYPD is teaming up with the Secret Service to warn shoppers about an array of dangerous scams they're seeing this holiday season.
They have been helping Santa Claus transport toys to kids with special needs for more than a decade. But as CBS News New York's John Dias explains, it's one detective's last sleigh ride.
Law enforcement sources say NYPD detectives will be on hand at the court proceeding to make sure Mangione is then transported straight to central booking at the Manhattan Criminal Courthouse. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
Police are looking for a black Ford Fusion with tinted windows and Pennsylvania license plates. The victim was said to be seriously injured. CBS News New York's Alecia Reid reports.
Luigi Mangione was indicted Tuesday by the Manhattan district attorney in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg said Tuesday he feels confident the top murder charge will stick as he accuses Luigi Mangione of murdering Brian Thompson as an act of terrorism. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
The Manhattan District Attorney's Office said Tuesday that Luigi Mangione was hit with 11 counts, including murder in the first degree and murder as a crime of terrorism. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
Bragg and NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch held a news conference on Tuesday to discuss the multiple counts levied against the suspect in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
A 48-inch main that dates to the 1890s ruptured on Monday night, sending a river of water flowing down Webster Avenue. CBS News New York's Derick Waller has the latest.
Luigi Mangione is currently being held in a Pennsylvania state prison on charges related to gun and fake ID possession. CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu reports.
The rushing water left many cars submerged and hundreds of area residents without water service. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has the latest.
The NYPD's use of stop-and-frisk and compliance with the How Many Stops Act was examined at a City Council hearing on Monday.
They're sounding the alarm as police investigate one scam that tricked a man into giving away nearly $2 million. CBS News New York investigative reporter Tim McNicholas has the story.
The Public Safety Committee's oversight hearing examined the NYPD's use of stop-and-frisk and compliance with the How Many Stops Act. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin has the story.
A 72-year-old man was pushed onto the tracks on the northbound F train platform at around noon on Sunday. Investigators say the victim suffered a cut to his head. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
It happened at around 6 p.m. Sunday on Fulton Street near Nostrand Avenue in Bed-Stuy. Police are looking for the driver of a BMW. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
A wild police chase captured on video in Queens ended when a driver plowed his car into a group of pedestrians on a sidewalk.
It happened at around 1:30 a.m. on Sunday near Rockaway and Hegeman avenues in Brownsville. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Both are facing charges, including assault, in Friday's incident at Foster and Flatbush avenues in Flatbush. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Police say no one was seriously hurt in the crash, which happened early Sunday morning. CBS News New York's John Dias has the story from Jackson Heights.
Detectives said the suspect struck two people with his car as officers tried catching up to him in Jackson Heights. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
Luigi Mangione might waive extradition to New York to face charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, the Manhattan DA says.
Luigi Mangione might waive extradition to New York to face charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, the Manhattan DA says. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
The NYPD says it's now investigating drone sightings over the Bronx following similar reports in other parts of the city and New Jersey. CBS News New York's Christina Fan has the latest on what's being done about it.
A New York grand jury began hearing evidence against UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione, according to a person familiar with the matter.
The Eagles held on for a 19-17 victory over the Jets in a mostly sluggish preseason matchup of backups Friday night.
A Hudson County resident who tested positive for measles used public transit while potentially infectious, health officials say.
An online vigilante group came to Kingston to help police catch a convicted sex offender, though police say there is a safer way.
New York beat the Atlanta Braves 12-7 on Friday night.
Brayan Bello led the Red Sox to a 1-0 victory over the Yankees on Friday night.
A Hudson County resident who tested positive for measles used public transit while potentially infectious, health officials say.
Roads in Brooklyn and the Bronx will be closed from 5 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Saturday for NYC Summer Streets.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams made it clear he has no intention of letting the charges against Lewis-Martin stop him from seeking reelection.
Brighton Beach has one of New York City's largest elderly populations, supported by local organizations and volunteers.
Two other possible cases of West Nile virus are under investigation in Brooklyn.
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.
New Jersey is under a state of emergency and there's a coastal flood advisory 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.
A Hudson County resident who tested positive for measles used public transit while potentially infectious, health officials say.
Hurricane Erin is churning up dangerous surf and rip currents from the Jersey Shore to Long Island, where beaches are closed to swimming.
Some effects of Hurricane Erin will linger at the coastline through the weekend.
People along the Jersey Shore brace for the impact of Hurricane Erin with concerns of high tides, rough surfs and beach erosion.
Family members say Deborah Terrell, 68, struggled with mental illness and that the shooting could have been prevented.
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.
Hurricane Erin is churning up dangerous surf and rip currents from the Jersey Shore to Long Island, where beaches are closed to swimming.
Some effects of Hurricane Erin will linger at the coastline through the weekend.
New Jersey is under a state of emergency and there's a coastal flood advisory 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.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams made it clear he has no intention of letting the charges against Lewis-Martin stop him from seeking reelection.
President Trump also said he's willing to bring in the "regular military," not just the National Guard.
Waymo will be allowed to test autonomous vehicles in Manhattan and Downtown Brooklyn until late September, New York City says.
The FBI confirmed it that it searched former national security adviser John Bolton's house early Friday morning.
It's no surprise that the people who want to replace Adams smell blood and are on the attack.
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.
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.
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.
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 Eagles held on for a 19-17 victory over the Jets in a mostly sluggish preseason matchup of backups Friday night.
New York beat the Atlanta Braves 12-7 on Friday night.
Brayan Bello led the Red Sox to a 1-0 victory over the Yankees on Friday night.
The U.S. Open 2025 is bringing tennis' biggest stars, from Sabalenka to Sinner, to Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens.
It's the latest development in a string of disturbances where similar toys were tossed at WNBA games across the country.
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.
New York City's tallest subway station will receive long-awaited elevators as part of the MTA's $68 billion capital plan.
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.
CBS News New York's John Elliott has your First Alert Forecast for August 22 at 11 p.m.
The Charlie Parker Jazz Festival kicked off Friday night in Harlem.
A vigil was held Friday in New Jersey for a woman who was shot and killed by New Brunswick Police officers.
An NYPD detective was shot in the hand and leg by friendly fire Friday while trying to catch the suspect in a carjacking spree. As CBS News New York's Alecia Reid reports, one man is in custody, facing charges.
Two girls, ages 13 and 14, were shot, and two boys, ages 14 and 15, were grazed by bullets in the Bronx on Friday.
