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Man charged in alleged fentanyl death, rape case after FIT student dies in dorm
A 19-year-old man is facing federal charges after prosecutors allege he supplied fentanyl disguised as cocaine to two students at the Fashion Institute of Technology, causing one woman's death and seriously injuring another, and sexually assaulting one of the students while she was incapacitated. Federal investigators say the incident happened in March inside a dormitory at the campus in Manhattan.
Actress Selma Blair arraigned after allegedly biting flight attendant, kicking officer, assaulting nurse
Actress Selma Blair was arrested after allegedly biting a flight attendant on board a Delta Air Lines flight from Los Angeles to New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport on Sunday night. Following her arrest, she allegedly kicked a police officer and a nurse and is facing two assault charges. Two flight attendants reported injuries during the flight, and one was taken to the hospital after the incident, according to the Port Authority Police Department.
Actress Selma Blair arrested after allegedly biting flight attendant, being restrained on flight from LAX to JFK, source says
Posted by Alice Gainer on October 12, 2026 Tags: Categories: Bay Area News Actress Selma Blair has been arrested after an incident on board a Delta Air Lines flight from Los Angeles to John F. Kennedy International Airport Sunday night. Local News – CBS Bay Area
Nicolas Maduro, wife face torture charge in new U.S. indictment Original
Deposed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, are now facing an additional charge of conspiracy to commit torture as federal prosecutors filed a superseding indictment in the Southern District of New York on Thursday.
Gov. Hochul says NY AG James will investigate Cornell gang rape allegation
Gov. Kathy Hochul has tapped New York Attorney General Letitia James as special prosecutor in the Cornell University alleged rape case Hochul delivered impassioned remarks Friday morning as she discussed her decision. She expressed shock and dismay at the allegations, and grave concern about how authorities handled the case after the woman initially came forward to police. "At every turn, she was failed by people and institutions with an obligation to protect her," Hochul said.
Cranford, NJ., community gathers to remember 2 teens killed in hit-and-run 1 year ago
It's been one year since two teens on a bike in Cranford, New Jersey, were fatally struck in a hit-and-run The community came out Tuesday night to remember Maria Niotis and Isabella Salas , both 17 years old. Police say Vincent Battiloro , who was also 17 at the time, intentionally struck the girls, who were riding on the same e-bike, then fled the scene. He was later arrested and charged with murder .
Man who killed Columbia University student in random attack sentenced to prison
The man who killed a Columbia University student in a random attack near campus over four years ago was sentenced Friday. Family members of victim Davide Giri flew in from Italy to be in the courtroom and address the judge. Giri was a 30-year-old Ph.D. candidate at Columbia . In December 2021, he was returning from soccer practice when Vincent Pinkney randomly stabbed him to death near Morningside Park.
Mamdani, Trump agree to continue discussion on making NYC more affordable
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and President Trump held a high-profile meeting in New York City on Monday. It marked the third time the pair met, but the first time at Gracie Mansion. Last November, not long after the mayoral election in the city, Mamdani visited Mr. Trump at the White House , and did so again in February.
How the Intrepid turned into an emergency command center after 9/11
In the hours following the terror attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, the FBI in Manhattan needed to set up a secure emergency command center. They looked to the water, using the Intrepid Museum to help conduct the massive investigation. The FBI's New York field office is located at 26 Federal Plaza, just blocks away from where the twin towers stood. "The first plane went by my window," said Mark Codd, who was assistant special agent in charge of the administrative division of the New York office on 9/11.
Woman found dead inside Washington Heights apartment during wellness check. Here's what we know.
The NYPD has identified a woman found dead in her Washington Heights apartment with her child left inside. Officers made the discovery Sunday after police say they were asked to perform a wellness check. Investigators on Monday were in and out of the apartment at 535 W. 156th St., where police say 27-year-old Lovay Williams lived and was found dead the day before. Police sources say her 5-year-old daughter answered the door Sunday afternoon when police arrived.
Video shows people climbing out of manhole in Midtown Manhattan
Click here for updates on this story NEW YORK, New York (WCBS) -- New video shows people climbing out of a manhole in Midtown Manhattan, the latest of several similar incidents across New York City. Three people were seen emerging from a manhole after 4 a.m. Aug. 18. It happened on Seventh Avenue across from Madison Square Garden and Penn Station. The man who filmed the video said there were at least five people who came out, but he caught the last three.
Queens residents ask city for help with recurring flooding problems
Residents across Queens say their homes are repeatedly getting flooded out when storms hit, and Thursday night was no different. They say they've been asking the city for help. Overwhelmed sewers in Woodside On Friday, the cleanup began yet again on 48th Avenue between 67th and 66th streets in Woodside. "It's disgusting. It's sewer water, and nobody wants to help," Maryann Maragioglio said.
Luigi Mangione pleads guilty in federal case, admits shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson
U.S. Government 1 day ago Mangione pleads guilty in federal court, leaving fate of state trial uncertain NPR - Brian Mann • 1d Luigi Mangione, the 28-year-old accused of killing a health care executive on a Manhattan street, pleaded guilty to stalking charges in federal court Friday. Mangione faced those charges in connection with the December 2024 shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Luigi Mangione hearing set to start amid discussions about possible guilty plea
Luigi Mangione, accused in the 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson , is in discussions about a possible plea deal on federal charges ahead of a court appearance Friday in New York City, sources familiar with the matter told CBS News. Mangione, 28, is set to appear at an 11 a.m. conference in U.S. District Court in Manhattan. That meeting is taking place after prosecutors and the defense team sent a letter to federal court Tuesday requesting Friday's conference.
Luigi Mangione in talks about possible guilty plea with court date today, sources say
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Luigi Mangione in discussions about possible guilty plea in federal case, sources tell CBS News
Luigi Mangione, accused in the 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson , is in discussions about a possible plea deal on federal charges ahead of a court appearance Friday in New York City, sources familiar with the matter told CBS News. Mangione, 28, is set to appear at an 11 a.m. conference in U.S. District Court in Manhattan. That meeting is taking place after prosecutors and the defense team sent a letter to federal court Tuesday requesting Friday's conference.
Death of Bronx teen raises questions about whether intervention was possible
There are new questions about who's looking out for New York City's children after a Bronx mother and grandmother were charged in the death of a teenager with autism. Adonis Jarvis, 16, died in March, but his death was just ruled a homicide. The medical examiner's office determined he suffered from starvation, malnutrition and dehydration. His mother, 36-year-old Geneva Jarvis, and his grandmother, 62-year-old Denise Jarvis, were arrested and charged with murder.
Bronx mother, grandmother charged with murder in starvation death of autistic teenage son
A Bronx mother and grandmother are facing multiple charges in the death of a teenage family member. The medical examiner ruled the boy died by homicide, noting he was malnourished and dehydrated. Denise Jarvis, 62, and Geneva Jarvis, 36, were charged with murder after prosecutors say Geneva Jarvis brought her twin sons to the hospital back in March. One of them, 16-year-old Adonis, died. Both suspects pleaded not guilty Thursday, were remanded, and are ordered to stay away from the surviving twin.
Luigi Mangione's lawyers will argue psychiatric defense in New York state murder trial
A state court hearing revealed Luigi Mangione's lawyers will argue that he was suffering from an extreme emotional disturbance when he allegedly killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City in December 2024. Mangione was in a New York City courtroom Wednesday morning for a hearing regarding his state murder case. He also faces a federal trial. Mangione could be convicted of the less serious charge of manslaughter rather than murder if a jury finds that he was emotionally disturbed.
Luigi Mangione's lawyers will argue psychiatric defense in New York state murder trial
A state court hearing revealed Luigi Mangione's lawyers will argue that he was suffering from an extreme emotional disturbance when he allegedly killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City in December 2024. Mangione was in a New York City courtroom Wednesday morning for a hearing regarding his state murder case. He also faces a federal trial. Mangione could be convicted of the less serious charge of manslaughter rather than murder if a jury finds that he was emotionally disturbed.
Judge in Luigi Mangione's N.Y. case says gun, notebook can be used as evidence in state trial
A New York judge ruled that a gun and notebook that prosecutors say link Luigi Mangione to the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson can be used during his state trial, though other items will be suppressed. A Monday morning hearing centered around the defense's bid to suppress evidence found in a backpack during Mangione's arrest, including a 3D-printed gun, a silencer and a notebook.
Bronx thieves allegedly stole $1.2 million worth of car parts "like a race car pit crew," DA says
BRONX, New York (WCBS) -- A car theft ring that victimized more than 250 people in the Bronx, Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens has been broken up, the NYPD said Thursday. The NYPD dubbed the case "Operation Pit Crew" due to the speed and precision with which the alleged thieves operated. The NYPD said that the crew stole car parts and vehicles worth more than $1 million from August 2024 to June 2025. "It's like you're looking at the 'F1' movie" "Like a race car pit crew in the dead of night.
Bronx thieves allegedly stole $1.2 million worth of car parts “like a race car pit crew,” DA says
The NYPD dubbed the case “Operation Pit Crew” due to the speed and precision with which the alleged thieves operated. The NYPD said that the crew stole car parts and vehicles worth more than $1 million from August 2024 to June 2025. “Like a race car pit crew in the dead of night. When I saw some of [the surveillance video footage], it’s like you’re looking at the ‘F1’ movie,” Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark said.
NYPD officers charged with covering up drunk driving crash
Click here for updates on this story NEW YORK (WCBS) -- Two NYPD officers allegedly covered up a drunk driving crash involving an off-duty officer by manipulating their body cameras, prosecutors said. Michael Caligiuri, 31, and Ryan McLoughlin, 30, were arraigned Friday on a host of charges, including tampering with evidence, public records and falsifying business records. The two are accused of manipulating a body-worn camera during the incident.
Gateway Project back on track after withheld funding is released. The fight isn't over, however.
The Gateway Tunnel Project is poised to get back on track after more than $200 million in funding that had been withheld is now back. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and other officials say construction work will resume next week. Hochul posted on social media that the Trump administration has released the remaining $127 million they were waiting on. A court ordered the Trump administration to release the funds. The legal battle is not yet over. An appeals court hearing on the matter is set for Feb. 23.
Suspect in deadly 2022 Queens hit-and-run found in German prison, extradited back to N.Y.
The international search for a suspect wanted for a deadly 2022 hit-and-run in Queens ended in a German prison. Authorities tracked Florin Stoian, 25, across multiple countries and continents before they found him. Now, he's back in New York to face charges. 74-year-old killed while crossing street On Aug. 14, 2022, Be Tran was struck by a black BMW while crossing the street at Myrtle Avenue and Hancock Street in Ridgewood. The driver fled, and Tran, 74, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Luigi Mangione has outburst in court as judge sets June state trial date
4 hours ago Luigi Mangione, the man accused in the 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, is set to appear in court on Friday with state prosecutors now pushing to go to trial before the federal case. NBC’s senior legal correspondent Laura Jarrett joins TODAY to break down what to expect. » Subscribe to TODAY: https://www.youtube.com/@TODAY TODAY brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on money, health and parenting.
Luigi Mangione has outburst in court as judge sets June state trial date
The judge in Luigi Mangione's state trial set a June 8 trial date for New York's case against him for the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, leading to Mangione to have an outburst Friday as court concluded. The judge started the proceedings by saying it appears the federal government had reneged on their agreement to let the state trial go first by setting a date of Sept. 8 to begin jury selection in the federal trial, with opening statements on Oct. 13.
Newly released 9/11 memo reportedly shows NYC's concerns about toxic air following attacks
Stop Throwing Money Away: 14 Household Items You Should Repurpose Before you toss that empty jam jar or those used coffee grounds, take a moment. What you see as trash could be treasure in disguise. Your home is …
5 arrested in connection with overdose death of Robert De Niro's grandson
Robert De Niro's Daughter Airyn Says She's Received 'Nonstop' Support from Him Since Coming Out as Trans: 'So Grateful' NEED TO KNOW Robert De Niro’s daughter Airyn is opening up about his support after she came out as transgender. “The support has still been nonstop from him, and I’m so grateful,” the 30-year-old told Them in a follow-up interview to the publication’s April interview. “He was talking about how happy he …
Sean "Diddy" Combs sentenced to over 4 years for prostitution-related charges
The late night host clowned the president using a "beautiful piece of art." Jimmy Kimmel on Friday concluded his run of Brooklyn shows to mock New York native and President Donald Trump over his old buddy Jeffrey Epstein. “I wonder which will get released first, Diddy or the Epstein files,” joked …
NYC Subway Shove Victim Confronts Attacker in Court as He's Sentenced to 10 Years
Click here for updates on this story NEW YORK (WCBS) -- A man who shoved a woman onto the subway tracks in an unprovoked attack back in August 2023 was sentenced Monday. Victim Yanan Xu was emotional as she spoke to attacker Samuel Junker in court. Junker followed her into a subway station near West Broadway and Chambers Street, shoved her onto the tracks without warning, and then ran off. Xu suffered a broken leg.
Luigi Mangione's state terrorism charges dismissed in UnitedHealthcare CEO's murder, judge rules
Johns Hopkins and UnitedHealthcare have ended contract discussions without an agreement, a Johns Hopkins Medicine official told 11 News. The two sides negotiated for more than eight months but were unable to come to an agreement, even after five deadline extensions. The contract disagreement wasn't over money; it was a focus on policies that doctors said would have made it harder to provide care to patients.
Luigi Mangione's state terrorism charges dismissed in UnitedHealthcare CEO's murder, judge rules
Posted by Alice Gainer on September 16, 2025 Tags: Categories: Bay Area News Luigi Mangione appeared in court Tuesday in New York City, where his two state terrorism charges were thrown out. Local News – CBS Bay Area
1,100 victims of the 9/11 terror attacks remain unidentified. 24 years later, scientists are still testing.
NEW YORK, New York (WCBS) -- In the 24 years since the 9/11 terror attacks, over 1,600 victims have been identified, but there are 1,100 more who remain unidentified. Scientists say the commitment they made in 2001 to bring everyone home has not been forgotten. The search for remains after 9/11 On Sept. 11, 2001, Mark Desire was at the World Trade Center site with the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to preserve evidence and set up a temporary morgue when the South Tower collapsed.
White powder found at ICE NYC field office appears to be non-hazardous, Mayor Adams says
By Mark Prussin, Alice Gainer, Adi Guajardo Click here for updates on this story NEW YORK CITY ( WCBS, WLNY) - A suspicious white powder that forced the Immigration and Customs Enforcement field office in New York City to evacuate does not appear to be hazardous, Mayor Eric Adams said Friday. Adams said preliminary testing of the powder discovered at 26 Federal Plaza, which houses Department of Homeland Security and ICE offices in Lower Manhattan, showed no dangerous substance was involved.
Carriage horse collapses, dies in NYC's Hell's Kitchen
By Alice Gainer, Naveen Dhaliwal, Jesse Zanger Click here for updates on this story New York ( WCBS, WLNY) - A carriage horse collapsed and died in Hell's Kitchen on Tuesday afternoon. It happened at around 2:30 p.m. at 51st Street and 11th Avenue. Video from the scene shows the horse on the ground as workers dragged the dead animal into a trailer. The horse, carriage, and driver all fell into the street, witnesses said.
Video shows conditions inside NYC's ICE processing center at 26 Federal Plaza
By Alice Gainer, Adi Guajardo Click here for updates on this story NEW YORK, New York ( WCBS) - New video offers a first glimpse inside a United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement processing center at New York City's 26 Federal Plaza. It's an area members of Congress have been trying to access for weeks as they have been hearing complaints that immigrants are allegedly being held there for days under deplorable conditions.
NYC carriage horse handler testifies abuse allegation "sounds ridiculous to me"
By Alice Gainer Click here for updates on this story New York City ( WCBS) - The defense called New York City carriage horse handler Ian McKeever to the stand Friday in his animal cruelty trial. Video went viral of McKeever's carriage horse, named Ryder, on the ground at 45th Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan on Aug. 10, 2022. McKeever, 57, is accused of overdriving, torturing and injuring animals and failure to provide proper sustenance, a misdemeanor. He has pleaded not guilty.
Sean "Diddy" Combs acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering, convicted on prostitution-related counts Original
Sean "Diddy" Combs was found guilty Wednesday of transportation to engage in prostitution in his federal trial in New York City, but the music mogul was acquitted of the more severe charges of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking. Combs will remain in detention while he awaits his sentencing. Judge Arun Subramanian said later Wednesday he denied bail because he disagreed with the defense's argument that the crimes shouldn't trigger mandatory detention.
Harvey Weinstein found guilty of criminal sexual assault as jury reaches partial verdict in retrial
6 hours ago Blake Lively To Pursue Lawsuit After Baldoni’s Suit Is Dismissed While Justin Baldoni’s $400 million defamation lawsuit against Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds has been dismissed by a judge, Lively is going ahead with her sexual harassment case against him. Lively’s attorney, Michael Gottlieb, told CNN that she is determined to pursue her claims and “seek full public accountability” from her ‘It Ends With Us’ co-star and director.
Judge threatens to exclude Sean "Diddy" Combs from courtroom over jury interactions
Now Laura Coates explains what happened in court when judge admonished Combs Judge Arun Subramanian warned the defense that Sean “Diddy” Combs could be excluded from the courtroom if he continues to attempt to interact with the jury.
Cassie testifies in Sean “Diddy” Combs trial, says “control was everything”
The court adjourned for lunch shortly after 12:20 p.m. It will resume at 1 p.m.
Sean "Diddy" Combs rejects plea deal as sex trafficking, racketeering case set to begin
Now Los Angeles CNN — (Exclusive) Some of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ former sexual partners, a business associate and a male sex worker are among the witnesses expected to testify at his criminal trial, multiple sources tell CNN. At least four witnesses who are expected to testify against Combs at his federal …
Luigi Mangione's attorneys seek dismissal of New York 1st-degree murder, terrorism charges
2 hours ago Luigi Mangione wants state murder case dropped, arguing double jeopardy in UnitedHealthcare killing NEW YORK (AP) — Luigi Mangione‘s lawyers urged a judge Thursday to throw out his state murder charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, arguing that the New York case and a parallel federal death penalty prosecution amount to double jeopardy.
NYC jury finds 2 guilty in plot to kill Iranian journalist Masih Alinejad
A jury has found two men guilty on all counts of trying to kill Iranian dissident Masih Alinejad, who works as a journalist and lives in New York City. Rafat Amirov and Polad Omaroy, both allegedly members of the Russian mob, will be sentenced in September and are facing decades behind bars. The charges against them included murder for hire, firearms possession, and conspiracy to commit money laundering.
Cartel leader Rafael Caro Quintero faces arraignment in NYC after being exported from Mexico
Share Cartel leader Rafael Caro Quintero, wanted for the notorious killing of a U.S. DEA agent in Mexico, pleaded not guilty at his arraignment Friday in New York City. Caro Quintero is accused in the 1985 kidnapping, torture and murder of U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena . He was expelled from Mexico on Thursday, along with 28 other cartel figures .
NYC Mayor Eric Adams' corruption case continues for now, judge rules
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Hochul convening top leaders to discuss next steps for Adams
New York City Mayor Eric Adams faces mounting pressure to step down following a wave of resignations Monday at City Hall. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is meeting with key leaders Tuesday at her offices in Midtown Manhattan to discuss whether the mayor should be removed from office. Hochul will hold a series of one-on-one meetings with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, New York City Comptroller Brad Lander and New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, to name a few.
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