Eric Garner Case: Feds Will Not File Civil Rights Charges Against NYPD Officers In Chokehold Death
Tomorrow marks five years since Garner's death. It's also the deadline for the U.S. Department of Justice to make its decision.
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Tomorrow marks five years since Garner's death. It's also the deadline for the U.S. Department of Justice to make its decision.
It's a tale of two sidewalks on Caswell Avenue in Willowbrook.
The city's Department of Transportation told one homeowner he can either repair the sidewalk himself or they'll do it and charge him north of $2,000.
People who live on Staten Island say turkey troubles have gotten out of control, but officials aren't doing anything about the wild birds trotting around and damaging property.
What Jason Marshall did on a charter bus returning from a church retreat on Sunday in Colorado was rush to the aid of a driver in distress.
Police say 36-year-old Shane Walker is facing multiple charges, including murder, manslaughter, arson and criminal possession of a weapon.
A person of interest was taken into custody after the bodies were discovered at a home on Palisade Street on Saturday morning.
Local leaders are weighing their options on how to regulate the deer population.
Police said a man was shot in the chest around 4:15 a.m. in front of 606 Page Avenue in the Butler Manor section.
They allegedly used the money to pay for landscaping at their house, car and insurance payments, flowers, gift cards and other personal expenses.
The crash happened around 10 p.m. Wednesday near the intersection of Hylan Boulevard and Bryant Avenue in New Dorp.
Last week, the words "Synagogue of Satan" were spray painted on a yeshiva on Harold Street, and the acronym "SOS" was found on another yeshiva across the street.
The NYPD Hate Crimes task force is investigating yet another act of antisemitism in the city.
The departmental trial of the officer accused in the death of Eric Garner has entered a two-week delay since the defense wants to call an expert medical witness who's currently unavailable.
Multiple vehicles went up in flames around 10 a.m. inside Bayview Auto Wreckers on Richmond Terrance in the Port Ivory section.
The couple accused of killing a Staten Island teacher are due to appear in court.
A departmental trial is set to begin Monday for the NYPD officer accused in the chokehold death of Eric Garner on Staten Island.
Michael Cammarata is reportedly taking full responsibility in the death of his estranged wife, 37-year-old Jeanine Cammarata.
The Piper PA-19 plane touched down shortly after 5:30 p.m. Wednesday in Miller Field behind New Dorp High School.
Some changes may be on the horizon for drivers who use the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge.
Police said Anthony Comello, 24, crashed his truck into Cali's SUV to lure him outside and then shot him to death last month on Staten Island.
Police said Anastasia Diaz, 89, was in the crosswalk when she was struck late Saturday night at Bradley and Purdy avenues.
Car owners tell CBS2's Scott Rapoport it is beyond annoying: It's expensive.
Police said Anastasia Diaz, 89, was in the crosswalk when she was struck late Saturday night on Staten Island.
It happened at about 10:30 p.m. Saturday night near Purdy and Bradley Avenues in Castleton Corners.
Alonso Martínez scored two penalty-kick goals and goalkeeper Matt Freese made a penalty-kick save as New York City beat Charlotte at Yankee Stadium.
Luigi Mangione's lawyers are urging a judge to bar federal prosecutors from seeking the death penalty in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
On Sept. 2, there was a chemical reaction and fire at the same warehouse.
Trevor Rogers threw six one-hit innings, and Baltimore dealt New York a setback in its attempt to catch the Blue Jays atop the AL East.
The Department of Homeland Security is escalating its clash with so-called sanctuary states, warning multiple states they could face legal action, CBS News has learned.
On Sept. 2, there was a chemical reaction and fire at the same warehouse.
The independent mayoral candidate had been criticized by Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani for not campaigning at mosques.
The grandmother on a fixed income said she dropped three checks into a mailbox outside the North Babylon Post Office, but none made it to the payees.
Security was stepped up at Benjamin Cardozo High School the day after a student was found with a loaded gun and arrested after allegedly threatening a shooting.
With fall set to officially arrive on Monday, many are wondering when and where they can enjoy the beautiful change in leaves that occurs annually.
With fall set to officially arrive on Monday, many are wondering when and where they can enjoy the beautiful change in leaves that occurs annually.
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.
The New Jersey native spoke at a Manhattan gala supporting the Israel Defense Forces after spending more than a year in Hamas custody.
The mysterious crack on Smith Street, a major thoroughfare near the border of Woodbridge Township and Perth Amboy, formed on Sept. 8 and it has been shut down since.
With fall set to officially arrive on Monday, many are wondering when and where they can enjoy the beautiful change in leaves that occurs annually.
His doctors put him on a combination of targeted therapy and immunotherapy.
The bear was euthanized after it bit a woman. Witnesses said it had been acting strange before the attack.
The grandmother on a fixed income said she dropped three checks into a mailbox outside the North Babylon Post Office, but none made it to the payees.
With fall set to officially arrive on Monday, many are wondering when and where they can enjoy the beautiful change in leaves that occurs annually.
More than 250,000 spectators will be in Farmingdale next week. Volunteers will be tasked with everything from giving directions to keeping Bethpage State Park shining.
The state comptroller's office says a new law is helping New Yorkers get faster returns.
The KPMG Women's PGA will be played on the Black Course at Bethpage Black in 2028, while the PGA Championship will go to Bethpage Black for the second time in 2033.
The Department of Homeland Security is escalating its clash with so-called sanctuary states, warning multiple states they could face legal action, CBS News has learned.
Republican Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas sharply criticized FCC Chair Brendan Carr for his comments on Jimmy Kimmel, calling them "dangerous as hell" and likening his move to a mafia shakedown.
The independent mayoral candidate had been criticized by Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani for not campaigning at mosques.
In April, a Trump ally referred New York Attorney General Letitia James for federal criminal prosecution for alleged mortgage fraud.
A federal judge in Florida has thrown out President Trump's defamation lawsuit against The New York Times, citing its excessive length, but gave his attorneys a chance to refile.
His doctors put him on a combination of targeted therapy and immunotherapy.
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.
British artist Morrissey has canceled two New England concerts, including Saturday's in Boston, after he received a death threat.
Jon Stewart, Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Fallon opened their late-night shows using a mix of humor, song and expressions of solidarity with suspended ABC host Jimmy Kimmel.
ABC's announcement came as media giants Nexstar and Sinclair announced they would preempt Jimmy Kimmel's show indefinitely on all their stations over his remarks.
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."
Alonso Martínez scored two penalty-kick goals and goalkeeper Matt Freese made a penalty-kick save as New York City beat Charlotte at Yankee Stadium.
Trevor Rogers threw six one-hit innings, and Baltimore dealt New York a setback in its attempt to catch the Blue Jays atop the AL East.
Mercury play at top-seeded Minnesota on Sunday to start the best-of-five semifinal round.
Juan Soto hit a three-run homer that vaulted the Mets to a pivotal 12-6 win over the Nationals on Friday night.
Max Fried struck out 13 over seven innings while earning his major league-leading 18th victory, and the surging New York Yankees blanked the Baltimore Orioles 7-0 Thursday night.
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 holiday season will be here before you know it, and experts predict shoppers will be tightening their purse strings, possibly the most since the pandemic. Bradley Blackburn unwraps the holiday spending outlook.
New Jersey voters who requested mail-in ballots for the November election began to receive them Saturday.
The New York City mayoral candidates spent Saturday racking up new endorsements and speaking with constituents.
The Trump administration is escalating its fight with so-called sanctuary states, including New York.
President Trump reportedly has inked a TikTok deal with China, but another tech move could be a big blow to the U.S. tech industry. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
