South Bronx teacher Angelo Imperati receives $25,000 surprise
CBS News New York's Erica Lunsford was there Thursday as the pleasant moment unfolded, and she shares why the teacher was honored.
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CBS News New York's Erica Lunsford was there Thursday as the pleasant moment unfolded, and she shares why the teacher was honored.
Thousands of South Asian-Cambodian people immigrated here in the 1970s, following the war in Vietnam and specifically the communist Khmer Rouge regime. CBS News New York's Erica Lunsford shares what life has been like since.
The NYPD officer who was badly beaten and robbed last weekend in the Bronx was released from the hospital on Wednesday.
It came on the same day a second arrest was announced in last weekend's attack in the Parkchester section of the borough. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
Police are searching for a man accused of attacking riders with a metal pipe on board an MTA bus in the Bronx. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
The NYPD officer who was badly beaten while off-duty in the Bronx over the weekend was released from the hospital Wednesday.
One of the two suspects wanted in last weekend's attack on an off-duty NYPD officer in the Bronx has been apprehended, Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said Tuesday.
Commissioner Jessica Tisch says Taveon Hargrove was taken into custody in Virginia. Investigators are still looking for a second suspect. CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu reports.
New York City Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos confirmed in a social media post that the student has been detained. CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu reports.
An off-duty New York City police officer suffered critical injuries when a father and son attacked him and stole his gun in the Bronx, NYPD says.
An off-duty NYPD officer is in stable condition after he was assaulted and robbed in the Bronx on Saturday morning.
An off-duty officer suffered critical injuries when suspects attacked him and stole his gun in the Bronx, NYPD says. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
Investigators say the 27-year-old officer was hit in the face and held at knife-point before the suspects stole his wallet and iPhone on Saturday morning in the Bronx. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge has the latest.
One suspect beat the man unconscious and then the other stole $45 while going through his pockets, according to police.
The suspect fired multiple shots in the Fordham section, killing a man and injuring a woman, according to NYPD.
The Bronx Zoo held a contest Tuesday to see which New York City borough produces the best-tasting honey.
As CBS News New York's Erica Lunsford reports, there's a sweet reason for the competition and she has the results.
The family of a man shot and killed by a stray bullet in the Bronx is speaking out as the gunman remains on the loose. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
WWE wrestler Damian Priest will join the Bronx Walk of Fame's historic lineup along the Grand Concourse in 2025.
WWE wrestler Damian Priest will join the Bronx Walk of Fame's historic lineup along the Grand Concourse in 2025. CBS News New York's Erica Lunsford reports.
No arrests have been made after the shooting at 118th Street and Marion Avenue in the Fordham neighborhood, NYPD says.
Evette Jeffrey, 16, was shot and killed by a stray bullet when police said a gang-related fight broke out near a playground in Morrisania.
Jacqueline Kimmelstiel, a 97-year-old Holocaust survivor, achieved a goal by attending the University of Mount saint Vincent for one day.
Police in the Bronx are searching for a man who put a gun to a woman's head as she was walking down the sidewalk on May 9, 2025. Police say he fired the gun, but missed.
A 14-year-old boy is waiting to be arraigned in the deadly schoolyard shooting in the Bronx that killed a 16-year-old girl.
Maria Coto was attempting a home visit at a Peekskill apartment building and mistakenly knocked on Haseem Jenkins' door.
Mikie Sherrill shared plans for her term as New Jersey governor, including a freeze on utility costs.
A yeshiva, cemetery and Jewish social services organization in Brooklyn were sprayed with swastikas overnight, officials said.
The FAA will reduce U.S. air traffic by 10% at 40 U.S. locations starting on Friday due to the government shutdown.
The NYPD was called shortly before 9:30 a.m. to the Castle Hill Houses on Lacombe Avenue in the Castle Hill section of the borough.
Maria Coto was attempting a home visit at a Peekskill apartment building and mistakenly knocked on Haseem Jenkins' door.
A yeshiva, cemetery and Jewish social services organization in Brooklyn were sprayed with swastikas overnight, officials said.
The NYPD was called shortly before 9:30 a.m. to the Castle Hill Houses on Lacombe Avenue in the Castle Hill section of the borough.
Mamdani said he will form his administration, including deputy mayors and commissioners, in the near future.
With a price tag of $1 billion, the DCS would give civilians some of the responsibilities currently handled by police officers.
It comes after last week's deadly storm brought damaging winds that knocked down trees around the city and the Tri-State Area.
Today is a First Alert Weather Day as we deal with the messy conditions, especially during the evening commute.
The system is expected to arrive sometime between Wednesday night and Thursday morning, with heavy rain, strong winds and coastal flooding.
The weekend is shaping up to be pretty decent, albeit on the cool side.
In the last few years, New York City has not had much snow, due to mild and dry winters.
Mikie Sherrill shared plans for her term as New Jersey governor, including a freeze on utility costs.
It comes after last week's deadly storm brought damaging winds that knocked down trees around the city and the Tri-State Area.
McGreevey will take on James Solomon in a Dec. 2 runoff election in the race for mayor of Jersey City, the state's second-largest city.
Democrat Mikie Sherrill is set to be the next governor of New Jersey after she defeated Republican Jack Ciattarelli, CBS News projects.
Polling locations in New York City and New Jersey received threats early Tuesday morning.
The man with severe cognitive disabilities disappeared on Halloween and was found among the NYC Marathon crowd.
Omer Neutra, a Plainview, N.Y. native, was a captain with the IDF when he was kidnapped and killed by Hamas in the Oct. 7, 2023 attacks.
There's a crackdown in Suffolk County on Long Island on unlicensed limo drivers who aren't properly insured or registered with the state, and don't have safety equipment.
The National Weather Service reported 1.85 inches in Central Park, breaking the previous daily rainfall record of 1.64 inches set in 1917.
Amanda Fraser, 23, is charged with attempted murder in connection to the elder abuse case in Massapequa.
Mikie Sherrill shared plans for her term as New Jersey governor, including a freeze on utility costs.
Mamdani said he will form his administration, including deputy mayors and commissioners, in the near future.
With a price tag of $1 billion, the DCS would give civilians some of the responsibilities currently handled by police officers.
Zohran Mamdani made free buses one of his signature policy proposals during the New York City mayor's race.
McGreevey will take on James Solomon in a Dec. 2 runoff election in the race for mayor of Jersey City, the state's second-largest city.
New York City students interested in medicine are gaining experience before they even graduate, thanks to the program at Maimonides Health in Brooklyn.
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health challenges in the U.S., according to the National Alliance on Mental Health.
The next time you're buying something sweet at a New York City restaurant, you may notice a new warning comes with it.
The newly expanded facility will serve more than 30,000 children annually and is the borough's only pediatric trauma center.
The Womb Bus offers an opportunity for new and expecting moms to form a special bond.
"Wicked" star Jonathan Bailey has been named People magazine's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive.
Diane Ladd, the actor known for her Oscar-nominated roles in "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore," "Wild at Heart," and "Rambling Rose" has died.
Prince Andrew is being stripped of his titles and must surrender his lease to Royal Lodge, according to a statement from Buckingham Palace.
Five people have been federally charged in connection with the 2023 overdose death of actor Robert De Niro's grandson and two others, authorities said Thursday.
Tuesday's gathering was designed to celebrate the men and women from across the country who have risked their own lives to save others.
Marat Khusnutdinov tied it late in regulation and then scored the only goal in the shootout in Boston's 4-3 victory on Tuesday.
The Blueshirts were blanked 3-0 on Tuesday and have scored just six goals in six games on home ice this season.
The New York Jets pulled off a stunning trade with the Indianapolis Colts.
Williams was an All-Pro in the 2022 season, recording 12 sacks.
Towns also grabbed 13 rebounds as the Knicks stayed perfect at home with a 119-102 victory on Monday.
New York City students interested in medicine are gaining experience before they even graduate, thanks to the program at Maimonides Health in Brooklyn.
After a failed $13 million attempt to launch ferry service from Kaiser Park, the city is testing new waters off Steeplechase Pier.
Before the days of Google Maps, the Queens-native found street views in library books.
Officials say the site for a new elementary school in Brooklyn is safe, but some are skeptical because of lingering contamination from a decades-old Superfund site.
From Greenpoint community gardens to Governor's Island orchards, New Yorkers are reconnecting with the city's agricultural past through historic fruit trees.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
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.
The NYPD was called shortly before 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday to the Castle Hill Houses on Lacombe Avenue in the Castle Hill section of the borough. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports.
Zohran Mamdani hit the ground running on Day 1 as mayor-elect of New York City. CBS News New York political reporter Marcia Kramer has the story.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is moving quickly to usher in what he calls a new era in New York City government. He named a transition team Wednesday to begin filling key administration posts. CBS News New York political reporter Marcia Kramer has more on his priorities moving forward.
A jury Wednesday found Haseem Jenkins guilty in the May 2024 murder of Westchester County social worker Maria Coto. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
CBS News New York's John Elliott is calling for a high of 65, but say the chill will return a bit on Thursday.
