Yorktown police charged alleged fentanyl dealer in 2021 death
A Westchester County man is facing up to life in federal prison. CBS New York's Tony Aiello spoke with a police officer who worked the case for many months.
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A Westchester County man is facing up to life in federal prison. CBS New York's Tony Aiello spoke with a police officer who worked the case for many months.
The first incident happened back in July, but 19 others were reported between Oct. 3 and Dec. 2.
The first incident happened back in July, but 19 others were reported between Oct. 3 and Dec. 2. CBS New York's Alice Gainer has the story.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York State Attorney General appear together Wednesday morning to make an opioid-related announcement on Staten Island.
Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in September 2019 after it faced scores of lawsuits related to the opioid crisis.
The illegal Neptune's Fix brand supplements claim to contain tianeptine, known as "gas station heroin."
Schumer led a bipartisan delegation in a meeting with China's president in October to discuss the fentanyl problems.
Touching fentanyl or being near it won't cause a drug overdose, experts told CBS News.
The mobile medication unit will rotate around areas where opioid use is high and treatment options are few.
Hannah Johnson and Vanessa Gamarra are members of the DIIG team -- Drug Intelligence and Intervention Group.
CBS New York's Kristine Johnson spoke to Hannah Johnson and Vanessa Gamarra, members of the Drug Intelligence and Intervention Group.
Special Narcotics Prosecutor's Office statistics reveal 24 people die every day from fentanyl.
Special Narcotics Prosecutor's Office statistics reveal 24 people die every day from fentanyl across the five boroughs. CBS New York's Kristine Johnson reports.
Health data shows fentanyl was involved in 81% of all overdoses last year across the five boroughs.
However, some principals told CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram they haven't received it yet.
But the major pharmacy chain says the filing is part of a plan to bring it back to financial health.
Billy Ortega intentionally mixed fentanyl with cocaine and sold it to five people. Three died.
Big box outlets expect to have naloxone, also known as Narcan, available online and on store shelves by next week.
The new legislation expands access to life-saving affordable test strips that can detect fentanyl.
Fentanyl impacts every neighborhood across the country, and the consequences can be deadly.
The New Jersey senator talked about the bill's urgency Tuesday in Passaic County, joined by mothers who lost sons to fentanyl.
New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez talked about the bill's urgency Tuesday in Passaic County, joined by mothers who lost sons to fentanyl.
The bill also allows the Treasury Department to take special measures to combat fentanyl-related money laundering.
The senator says countries like China and Mexico would be forced to stop sending those drugs to the U.S.
The CBS2 News team took home 12 Fair Media Council Folio Awards on Friday.
A casino will not be coming to the heart of Times Square after the Community Advisory Committee voted down the proposal Wednesday morning.
Saks Fifth Avenue is bringing back its iconic holiday light show this winter after the New York City tradition was canceled last year.
Cardi B confirmed on "CBS Mornings" that she is pregnant and having a baby with boyfriend, NFL wide receiver Stefon Diggs.
New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie joins the list of people endorsing Zohran Mamdani for mayor of NYC.
Critics say the program is putting the future of graduates at risk.
A casino will not be coming to the heart of Times Square after the Community Advisory Committee voted down the proposal Wednesday morning.
Saks Fifth Avenue is bringing back its iconic holiday light show this winter after the New York City tradition was canceled last year.
New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie joins the list of people endorsing Zohran Mamdani for mayor of NYC.
Critics say the program is putting the future of graduates at risk.
The 89-year-old's heartbroken daughter spoke by phone to CBS News New York about the unspeakable tragedy her family is now dealing with.
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.
Just about everyone who lives on Hopper Street tells a similar story. The smell has been around for a while and nobody seems to know why.
Grab the umbrella before you leave the house today, because rounds of rain are possible off and on throughout the day.
The honor comes five years after her 20-year-old son, Daniel, was killed by a disgruntled attorney at her home.
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.
A new bug in New York that is small in size is causing serious damage to certain trees.
The boy's emergency cellphone helped locate him.
Grab the umbrella before you leave the house today, because rounds of rain are possible off and on throughout the day.
It turns out, the 92-year-old never told the utility she converted from oil to gas. Lawmakers say more customers could have made the same, costly mistake.
The LIRR's largest union has voted to authorize a potential strike, but officials say it will not start later this week as planned.
New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie joins the list of people endorsing Zohran Mamdani for mayor of NYC.
Incumbent Eric Adams insisted Tuesday he's not giving up on his quest to get reelected as mayor of New York City, despite his low standing in the polls.
There is a warning about a powerful and potentially new group of synthetic opioids now on New York City's streets.
Tyler Robinson, the man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah, was charged with aggravated murder.
The poll of more than 800 voters found New York Gov. Kathy Hochul with 52% over Stefanik with 27% in next year's governor election.
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.
Cardi B confirmed on "CBS Mornings" that she is pregnant and having a baby with boyfriend, NFL wide receiver Stefon Diggs.
Pictures show Robert Redford in classic films including "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "Three Days of the Condor."
One of Hollywood's leading actors, Robert Redford starred in such movies as "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "The Way We Were."
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.
David Bednar just held on to get the final three outs, and the New York Yankees held on to beat the Minnesota Twins 10-9 after nearly wasting a nine-run lead.
The Mets hit four home runs in their 8-3 victory over the visiting Padres on Tuesday night.
Simeon Woods Richardson struck out a career-high 11 over six innings and Austin Martin drove in four runs to lead the Minnesota Twins over the New York Yankees 7-0.
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.
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.
The company's flagship in Midtown ended the light show last year to focus on its holiday windows and fashion instead.
Jorge Zamanillo, Founding Director of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino joins CBS New York to discuss the month.
Police say the flag was set on fire outside a temple in Tenafly.
Police say the officers were escorting a disorderly man off the F train when they were attacked.
The project must receive at least four "yes" votes for it to then be considered by the state's Gaming Facility Location Board.
