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2 men who allegedly stabbed off-duty NYPD detective face arraignment
Two men accused of stabbing an off-duty NYPD detective are expected in court Wednesday. D'Angelo Rafael Jean Caraballo, 25, and Sneider Mejia Bautista, 24, are facing several charges, including attempted murder in connection with the Bronx incident on Oct. 2. Det. Jose Mercedes was stabbed repeatedly on East 206th Street and Rochambeau Avenue. Police say a gold chain that was a gift from his mother may have been the target of a robbery.
LIRR Bellport station shooting leaves man injured, police say
A man was shot early Friday morning while getting on a Long Island Rail Road train in Bellport, MTA police said. A 40-year-old man with a bike was waiting for an eastbound train around 2:25 a.m., according to police. When the train arrived, four people exited, and one of the four fired a gun in the direction of passengers entering the train, police said. The man was hit in the right shoulder. He remained on the train, and police met him at the Mastic Shirley station.
Appeals court hears arguments in NYC for lawsuit accusing Saudi Arabia of involvement in 9/11
An appeals court heard arguments Wednesday about whether to dismiss a civil lawsuit against the kingdom of Saudi Arabia filed by families of victims or let it proceed to trial. The families say Saudi Arabia aided the 9/11 hijackers. Attorneys for Saudi Arabia deny that. The hearing comes weeks after the nation marked 25 years since the deadly attacks. Family members of victims packed a courtroom and spilled into an overflow room.
Cyclist dies after colliding with dog in Central Park, police say
A bicyclist died after he collided with an off-leash dog in Central Park on Monday morning. The impact caused him to flip over the handlebars and hit his head on the pavement, according to police sources. The 71-year-old man was riding his bike northbound on East Drive at around 8:18 a.m., when a golden retriever ran out in front of him. He was rushed to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Police haven't released the man's name yet, pending family notification.
Thousands of NYC families get off free childcare voucher waitlist, Mayor Mamdani announces
More than 10,000 children from low-income families will be moving off a voucher waitlist for free childcare , according to New York City officials. Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced Monday that this will support the Child Care Assistance Program. The program provides subsidized care for children from six weeks to 13 years old and through 19 for children with special needs. Over the next few weeks, families with children on the waitlist will be able to apply.
NYC subway passenger dies in Brooklyn when bag gets caught in train doors, police say
A man was dragged to death by a subway train in Brooklyn earlier this week after his shopping bag got caught in the doors, police said. Officers responded to the emergency call just after 5:40 p.m. Monday. Yaw Boahene, 57, was heading northbound on an A train when his bag got caught while he was exiting the train. Police said he was dragged onto the tracks at the Utica Avenue station and pronounced dead at the scene. Gabriel Broadus, 17, witnessed the incident.
Mayor Mamdani announces 70,000 free Met Opera tickets for NYC residents
Alexa Herrera Some 70,000 free tickets to the Metropolitan Opera will be available to New Yorkers as part of a new lottery. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced "Opera for All" Thursday. It's a long-term partnership between the city and the opera As part of "Opera for All," the Met will release 10,000 tickets each month throughout the 2026-27 season, starting this month. That's about 10% of all tickets for the season, the mayor's office said.
1 dead, 12 injured after large fire engulfs Bronx apartment building, FDNY says
One person was killed and 12 were hurt after a fire broke out at a Bronx apartment building Wednesday morning, the FDNY said. The blaze was reported at 7:45 a.m. at the building at 1484 Montgomery Ave., near West 175th Street, in the Morris Heights section. Fire officials said it started on the fourth floor of a six-story building. The flames extended into a neighboring apartment two floors above and into the space between the ceiling and roof, according to the FDNY.
Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years in prison in New York sexual assault case
Harvey Weinstein, the disgraced movie mogul, was sentenced to 15 years in prison Wednesday morning for a criminal sexual assault conviction from 2025. Weinstein, 74, was found guilty of committing a sexual act against former Project Runway production assistant Miriam Haley at his Manhattan apartment in 2006. Haley and Weinstein both spoke in a court in Lower Manhattan during Wednesday's sentencing. Haley talked about the devastating impact the assault and subsequent trial has had on her life.
DoorDash reaches $131.5 million settlement with NYC over delivery worker pay
DoorDash is paying $131.5 million to resolve an investigation alleging the company underpaid or delayed payment to its New York City workers. All affected delivery workers will be contacted in the coming weeks. They will be paid a minimum of $10, even if they were underpaid by less, the company said. The settlement with the city's Department of Consumer and Worker Protection includes $12.3 million for delivery workers who were underpaid or paid late.
14-year-old killed in attempted robbery in Queens, police say
A teenage boy was killed after being shot during an attempted robbery in Queens, according to the NYPD. Officers responded to an emergency call just after 3:30 p.m. Monday at Ocean Bay Apartments in Far Rockaway. They found Malakai Adams, 14, shot in the back. He was taken to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead, according to officers. "It's really sad, you know, like a lot of them young people and gun violence and all that. It's not good," one local woman said.
Flights at Newark, JFK, LaGuardia airports disrupted due to equipment outage, FAA says
Flights into and out of Newark Liberty International, John F. Kennedy International and LaGuardia airports are delayed due to an equipment outage, according to the Federal Aviation Administration . The outage is having a ripple effect on air traffic throughout the country. However, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Monday evening the situation is improving A ground delay at Newark is currently set to expire at 8:45 p.m., the FAA said.
Flights disrupted at NYC-area airports due to equipment outage, FAA says
Flights into and out of Newark Liberty International, John F. Kennedy International and LaGuardia airports are delayed due to an equipment outage, according to the Federal Aviation Administration . The outage is having a ripple effect on air traffic throughout the country. A ground stop was ordered around 10 a.m. Monday to Newark and has been extended multiple times to at least 2:45 p.m. A stop was ordered at 12:38 p.m. for JFK and at 12:43 p.m. for LaGuardia .
Flights at Newark, JFK, LaGuardia airports disrupted due to equipment outage, FAA says
New Jersey 2 hours ago FAA orders ground stops at Newark, Philadelphia and Teterboro airports NBC News • 2h The Federal Aviation Administration ordered ground stops at Newark Liberty International Airport, New Jersey's Teterboro Airport and Philadelphia International Airport because of an equipment outage, officials say. NBC News' Tom Costello shares the latest details. Sept.
Long Island man throws chemical mixture in apartment hallway, igniting fire, police say
A Long Island man is facing arson charges after he threw a chemical mixture into the hallway of his apartment while conducting an experiment. Police and fire departments were called just after 2:30 a.m. Sunday to 125 Lincoln Ave. in Mineola for a fire in the third-floor hallway. The Nassau County Arson Bomb Squad said Nolan Gaugler, 34, was doing an unknown chemistry experiment when the mixture reacted violently.
Deadly shooting in Wawa parking lot in Toms River, NJ., under investigation, prosecutors say
A deadly shooting in the parking lot of a Wawa in Toms River, New Jersey, is under investigation. The shooting happened around 7:20 a.m. Friday at the convenience store at the corner of Route 37 and Garfield Avenue, prosecutors said. One person was shot and killed. Video from Chopper 2 shows police tape around a pickup truck. Police say that's where the victim was shot. Investigators were processing the scene, including the pickup truck. So far, few details about the shooting have been disclosed.
First endangered red panda cub born at Connecticut zoo
A Connecticut zoo had some "beary" exciting news to share Friday. The Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport announced it welcomed its first-ever red panda cub, marking an important achievement for the endangered species. The cub was born on June 24 to parents Ponya and Pilot. The two were paired through the Red Panda Species Survival Plan, which is a program dedicated to supporting the animals. Jim Wharton, the CEO of the zoo, said this is a milestone to celebrate.
NYC Mayor Mamdani, law enforcement officials outline UN General Assembly security measures
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch on Thursday unveiled the security plan for next week's United Nations General Assembly The conference takes place from Monday to Friday at the U.N. headquarters in Midtown Manhattan's Turtle Bay. Presidents, prime ministers and diplomats from around the world will be in town, making it a very high-profile event.
Husband arrested after woman found dead in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn apartment
A woman was found dead inside a Brooklyn apartment by NYPD officers performing a wellness check on Monday morning. An arrest was made hours later. The 59-year-old victim, identified as Maria Ines Granda, was found with head trauma in the home at 314 79th St., in Bay Ridge. She was pronounced dead at the scene. Police sources said Mauricio Granda, 47, who lives at the same address, was arrested on Monday night. The medical examiner is working to determine how she died.
NYC mayor Mamdani, AG James file lawsuits to stop Trump administration's public charge rule for immigrants
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and state Attorney General Letitia James announced two lawsuits against the Trump administration to prevent a policy dissuading immigrants from using public benefits. The new public charge rule is set to go into effect Friday and allows immigration officials to evaluate whether a person is likely to become dependent on the government.
NYC mayor Mamdani, AG James to make immigration-related announcement
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and state Attorney General Letitia James are set to make an immigration-related announcement Monday morning. The attorney general's office said it involves new legal action to protect immigrant families. No other details were released. CBS News New York will stream the news conference at 11 a.m. It can be viewed in the live player on this page.
NYC mayor Mamdani, police ramp up security for J'Ouvert and West Indian Day Carnival
New York City officials and the NYPD said they are ramping up security ahead of the J'Ouvert parade and the West Indian Day Carnival on Monday. The cultural celebration draws a big crowd every year on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. J'Ouvert is from 6 a.m. to 11 a.m. and then the West Indian Day Carnival is from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Celebration of Caribbean culture The road will transform into a sea of feathers, sequins, vibrant colors, Caribbean culture and pure vibes.
Woman found dead in Long Island home, prompting murder investigation, police say
Police on Long Island launched a murder investigation after a woman was found dead inside her Sayville home. Rachel Frislid, 62, was found unconscious by a family member inside her home at 8:30 p.m. Thursday on Pearl Court. First responders pronounced her dead at the scene. Suffolk County Police Homicide Squad detectives said they believe she was a victim of violence, but they did not provide any details on the nature of Frislid's injuries.
Violent crime in NYC hits historic low, marking "safest summer," police say
The NYPD announced record-low crime this summer, touting officers' efforts to keep New York City safe. There were 195 shooting incidents, 249 shooting victims and 66 murders from June through August, according to new data. That is the fewest in each category in recorded history. Major crime fell 6.6% citywide in August, with The Bronx leading the city in the decline. There were also zero shootings, murders or rapes during August in the city's subway system.
Officers shoot and kill knife-wielding man on Brooklyn Bridge, NYPD says
Police shot a knife-wielding man after he threatened officers who were trying to stop him from jumping off the Brooklyn Bridge, the NYPD said. The incident happened just before 6 a.m. Friday, when police were notified of a man on the Brooklyn-bound portion of the bridge in Manhattan. Members of the NYPD's Emergency Service Unit tried to convince the man for an hour to come down safely. Officers said the man told them he wanted to die, and he wanted them to kill him.
NYC officials ban AI in the classroom until high school
Click here for updates on this story NEW YORK CITY (WCBS) -- Artificial intelligence will be banned in New York City public schools until students reach high school. Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Schools Chancellor Kamar Samuels made the announcement Wednesday, establishing a one-year moratorium on generative AI for children in 2-K through eighth grade. Nearly 600,000 students, or two-thirds of the system's total enrollment, will be affected.
NYC officials ban AI in the classroom until high school
Click here for updates on this story NEW YORK CITY (WCBS) -- Artificial intelligence will be banned in New York City public schools until students reach high school. Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Schools Chancellor Kamar Samuels made the announcement Wednesday, establishing a one-year moratorium on generative AI for children in 2-K through eighth grade. Nearly 600,000 students, or two-thirds of the system's total enrollment, will be affected.
2 sentenced for staging car crashes on NYC highways in insurance fraud scheme
Two men were sentenced Thursday for staging crashes on New York City highways to get fraudulent insurance payouts. Jaime Huiracocha, 53, and Victor Murillo, 34, pleaded guilty to charges relating to the crashes that happened between August and October 2024. Gov. Kathy Hochul and Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced the details of the investigation Thursday.
3 teens killed, 4 hospitalized after Belt Parkway crash in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, police say
Three teenagers were killed, and four people are in the hospital after two cars crashed on the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn, police said. Officers received a call at 11:35 p.m. Tuesday about a collision at Belt Parkway and 65th Street near Exit 1 in Bay Ridge. Preliminary investigation revealed a black Cadillac, carrying five people, was traveling eastbound when it collided with a black Honda, occupied by two women. Three people in the Cadillac, ages 16, 17 and 18, were killed.
Numerous guns, drugs and thousands in cash found at Long Beach home, police say
A Long Beach man was arrested after investigators found guns, various illegal drugs and thousands in cash at his Long Island home. Members of the FBI, Long Beach Police Department and Nassau County Police Department executed a search warrant Friday at a house on JJ Evans Boulevard. Investigators found 23 firearms, including two ghost guns, and a large quantity of ammunition.
First otter spotted along the Bronx River in 100 years makes a splash with conservationists
A North American river otter was seen along the Bronx River for the first time in 100 years, according to wildlife experts. The animal was spotted by a motion-activated camera in June. The camera was overseen by the Wildlife Conservation Society Bronx Zoo It's the first time an otter has been seen in that location since the early 1900s. The sighting shows conservation and restoration are transforming the waterway , wildlife officials said.
Overturned fuel truck causes spill, shuts down road near JFK Airport
An overturned fuel tanker is prompting a large emergency response Wednesday afternoon near John F. Kennedy Airport in Queens. More than 70 firefighters and EMS personnel were called just after 11 a.m. to Meyer Avenue and Rockaway Boulevard. The large truck could be seen on its side, surrounded by white foam, after firefighters sprayed the area down. It's unclear if the spill came from the tank or the truck itself. It's also unknown what the truck was carrying.
Amtrak reopens New York's East River Tunnel damaged during Hurricane Sandy
Amtrak is reopening an East River Tunnel line in New York that underwent major renovations after being damaged by Hurricane Sandy back in 2012. Line 2 was back in service Monday, marking the end of part of a large project affecting Amtrak, the Long Island Rail Road and NJ Transit. Two out of the four tubes in the 116-year-old tunnel were damaged by the storm. Decades of wear and tear and saltwater seepage required significant upgrades to modernize the lines.
Amtrak reopening New York's East River Tunnel damaged in Hurricane Sandy
Amtrak is reopening an East River Tunnel line in New York that underwent major renovations after being damaged by Hurricane Sandy back in 2012. Line 2 will reopen Monday, marking the end of part of a large project affecting Amtrak, the Long Island Rail Road and NJ Transit. Two out of the four tubes in the 116-year-old tunnel were damaged by the storm. Decades of wear and tear and saltwater seepage required significant upgrades to modernize the lines.
Man who allegedly scammed NJ investors out of millions added to FBI most wanted fraudsters list
A man who allegedly scammed hundreds of New Jersey investors out of millions has been added to the FBI's Most Wanted Fraudsters list Rey Grabato II is wanted for his alleged participation in a scheme that defrauded 2,000 investors, including hundreds in New Jersey, the FBI said. He allegedly scammed investors out of over $650 million between February 2018 and January 2022, according to the FBI.
Solar eclipse today can be partially seen from NYC
New Yorkers will be able to catch a glimpse of the 2026 solar eclipse Wednesday, but only partially. It is the only total solar eclipse of the year. The moon will pass directly between the sun and Earth, completely blocking the sun. New York City will see just about 9% totality.
Manhunt underway after deadly house fire in Greenville, NY
New York State Police are looking for a man they say is connected to a homicide that happened Thursday in Greenville in New York's Orange County. Greenville is located roughly 135 miles north of New York City. The incident started when state police responded to a house fire at 7:30 p.m. Thursday. After the fire was extinguished, a man's body was found inside the house. The victim's daughter told CBS News New York the person who died was 70-year-old Robert Ryan.
Officer-involved shooting in Westbury under investigation by Nassau County Police Department
A police-involved shooting that happened Monday night on Long Island is under investigation. The Nassau County Police Department said it happened in Westbury. No information has been released about what led up to the shooting or if anyone was injured. Department officials will be giving an update about the incident at 10:30 a.m. CBS News New York will stream the news conference. It can be viewed in the live player on this page. This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
Mount Vernon police officer shoots man barricaded inside apartment, officials say
A Mount Vernon police officer shot an armed man after he barricaded himself inside his apartment during a mental health crisis, police said. Members of the department's Emergency Services Unit went to an apartment in the area of Columbus Avenue and East Fourth Street to serve mental health commitment papers just before 10 p.m. Thursday. Officers said Ulysses McGhee, 58, was armed with two knives and barricaded himself in his apartment when they arrived. "He was in a rage.
Musical based on Prince's 'Purple Rain' coming to Broadway in 2027
Click here for updates on this story NEW YORK (WCBS) -- A new Broadway show based on Prince's "Purple Rain" will take the stage in New York City next year. The musical will hit the Great White Way at the Majestic Theatre starting in March 2027. It will feature more than 20 of Prince's iconic hits, including "When Doves Cry," "I Would Die 4 U," "Take Me with U" and "The Beautiful Ones." Previews will start March 12, with opening night on April 12. Tickets go on sale in September.
MTA service changes starting this weekend will affect subway, LIRR riders. Here's what to know.
Major service changes are coming to some of MTA's subway and Long Island Rail Road lines starting this weekend. Starting on Friday through Aug. 24, the 1, 2 and 3 lines will experience changes on weekends while crews replace tracks. These will be in place from 11:30 p.m. on Fridays to 5 a.m. on Mondays.
Rideshare driver shot in the face in Brooklyn, police sources say
A rideshare driver was shot in the face Friday morning in Brooklyn, according to police sources. Officers said the driver got into a collision while dropping off a passenger around 4:30 a.m. on North Portland Avenue between Park and Myrtle Avenues in Fort Greene. Fernando Mateo, of the Federation of Taxi Drivers, said the driver was trying to deescalate the situation and advised that police be called.
Man posing as Con Ed worker steals woman's purse at gunpoint at Brooklyn home, police say
A man was arrested after he allegedly pretended to be a Con Edison worker and stole a woman's purse at gunpoint in Brooklyn. Police responded to a report of a robbery just after 2 p.m. Monday near East 54th Street and Clarkson Avenue. A 30-year-old man and 29-year-old woman told officers that a man wearing a Con Edison utility vest knocked on their door. When the woman opened the door, the unknown man brandished a gun, grabbed her neck and took her purse.
US soldier from Queens killed during Iran airstrike in Jordan, Pentagon says
A U.S. service member from Queens was killed during an Iranian attack in Jordan last week, according to military officials Sgt. Angel Rampersad was a 28-year-old from Ozone Park. She is one of three soldiers who died in Friday's attack on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base. Rampersad enlisted in the Army in March 2019. She was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 57th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, 52nd Air Defense Artillery Brigade, 10th Army Air Missile Defense Command, in Ansbach, Germany, the Pentagon said.
Army veteran sets off fireworks, starts fire outside NYC federal building, FBI says
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Army veteran sets of fireworks, starts fire outside NYC federal building, FBI says
Alexa Herrera A man was arrested after the FBI and NYPD said he ignited fireworks and started a fire outside a federal building in Lower Manhattan. The incident happened at 8:20 a.m. Monday outside 26 Federal Plaza, a building that houses dozens of agencies including the FBI, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The sound of an explosion had authorities running to the steps leading into the building.
2 children killed in New Jersey boating crash, police say
Alexa Herrera Two children were killed in a boating crash in Barnegat Bay, New Jersey, on Sunday. New Jersey State Police troopers responded just after 9 p.m. to the report of a crash in the Berkeley Township Bay Area. They said a Tidewater Custom 280 30-foot boat hit an intercoastal waterway channel marker. A 9-year-old girl and 7-year-old boy were thrown into the water. The driver, Stephen Schneider, and occupant, Laurie Schneider, found the two kids unresponsive in the water.
FBI gives update on explosion outside NYC federal building
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Suspect in custody after explosion in trash can outside NYC federal building
Alexa Herrera An incendiary device went off outside a federal building in Lower Manhattan Monday morning and a suspect has been taken into custody, police sources said. The incident happened outside 26 Federal Plaza, a building that houses dozens of agencies including the FBI, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Preliminary information indicates fireworks in a garbage can exploded, senior security sources told CBS News.
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