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• Nov 1, 2018
• CBS News New York

Stranger tried to grab 4-year-old boy on Brooklyn street, mom says

A Brooklyn woman says her motherly instinct kicked in when a stranger allegedly tried to pull her 4-year-old son away from his grandmother.

• 1H ago

Mamdani, NYPD lay out security plans for U.N. General Assembly

Presidents, prime ministers and diplomats from around the world will be in town, making it a very high-profile event.

• 1H ago

MSG Sports admits Knicks tickets pricing mistake, pauses sales

Knicks fans were greeted with 2026-27 ticket price sticker shock earlier this week, only to have Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. later admit a mistake was made.

• updated 29M ago

L.I. man found competent to stand trial in ex-girlfriend's 2025 shooting death

A Long Island man has been found competent to stand trial in his ex-girlfriend's 2025 shooting death.

• 4H ago

Queens resident takes it upon himself to clean up Brooklyn eyesore

When one Queens man recently spotted a mess near his commuter rail stop in Brooklyn, he took matters into his own hands.

• 6H ago

E-bike, scooter injuries among children are a public health crisis, doctors say

Trauma doctors are warning parents who buy their kids e-bikes​ or electric scooters​ that injury numbers are surging, along with the severity of the injuries.

• 6H ago

2nd person dies in Legionnaires' cluster in the Bronx

A second person has died in the Legionnaires' disease cluster in the South Bronx​.

• 6H ago

Carriage driver calls to remove toxic plants from Central Park after horse's death

A carriage driver whose horse died in Central Park this summer is now suing the city, saying the horse was poisoned by a plant.

• 5H ago

Brooklyn building residents beg NYC officials for help as "apartments are being destroyed"

Residents claim their Flatlands, Brooklyn, building is deteriorating because they have an absentee landlord who is facing financial challenges.

• 8H ago

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Knicks pause ticket sales after MSG says mistake caused sky-high prices

The Knicks are pausing ticket sales because of what Madison Square Garden is calling a mistake that caused sky-high prices. CBS News New York's Rob Flaks reports.

• 37M ago
• 2:01

Mets' first baseman Jared Young carted off field after collision

Mets first baseman Jared Young was carted off the field after a frightening collision during Thursday's game against the Phillies. CBS News New York's Otis Livingston reports.

• 56M ago
• 1:35

First Alert Weather: Less humid Friday in New York - 9/17/26

CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for September 17 at 11 p.m.

• 1H ago
• 2:22

Security preps underway for U.N. General Assembly in NYC next week

The U.N. General Assembly begins next week, which means a Gridlock Alert will be in effect in Manhattan. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.

• 1H ago
• 2:33

Pedestrian injured in the Bronx after heavy object thrown off roof, police say

Police say someone tossed a heavy object off a Bronx building Thursday, hitting and injuring a pedestrian below.

• 1H ago
• 0:20

Explore NYC’s transformation since 9/11 through satellite images and personal accounts

A look back at how 9/11 has changed Lower Manhattan and beyond, 25 years after the World Trade Center attacks.

• Sep 11

DSNY employees who died of 9/11-related illnesses remembered with new plaque

Just up the road from the World Trade Center site, the DSNY unveiled a plaque at their garage on Spring Street.

• Sep 11

Former firefighter who joined priesthood after 9/11 named honorary FDNY chaplain

The terror attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, tested the faith of many, but for Tom Colucci, it led to the calling of priesthood.

• Sep 11

L.I. students born years after 9/11 learn from those who lived through it

In Hempstead, students born years after 9/11 heard firsthand from those who lived through it.

• Sep 11

25 years since 9/11 marked in Middletown, N.J.

The tragedy of 9/11​ hit one New Jersey community harder than any other. Middletown had 37 residents killed in the attacks​, more than any other town outside the five boroughs.

• Sep 11

Watch NYC Mayor Mamdani's remarks on 9/11

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani spent Friday morning marking 25 years since the deadly terror attacks at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum in Lower Manhattan.

• Sep 11

Long Island families gather to remember 9/11 victims at Point Lookout

Families and friends gather at Point Lookout every year to remember their loved ones who died because of the 9/11 terror attacks.

• Sep 11

Drone show recreates Twin Towers as part of 9/11 commemorations

The display brought 2,977 lights over New York harbor and the 9/11 memorial, one light for each person killed in the attacks.

• Sep 11

9/11 made Lower Manhattan a symbol of resilience

The World Trade Center Memorial Plaza is a place to mourn, and a place to move forward. One World Trade Center is perhaps the greatest symbol of resilience.

• Sep 11

First Alert Weather

First Alert Weather: Less humid Friday in New York - 9/17/26

CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for September 17 at 11 p.m.

• 1H ago
• 2:22

First Alert Weather 101: Have a meteorologist visit your classroom!

From the science of forecasting to weather safety – First Alert Weather 101 is an interactive way to get students thinking about STEM. There's also a chance your students might be on TV.

• May 2, 2022

Updated Park Avenue redesign plans unveiled

The plan to redesign a stretch of Park Avenue has changed a bit based on community feedback.

• 9H ago

Mayor Mamdani, NYPD lay out security plans for U.N. General Assembly

Presidents, prime ministers and diplomats from around the world will be in town, making it a very high-profile event.

• 1H ago

Mamdani says he doesn't plan to attend UNGA protests during Netanyahu's visit

Mayor Zohran Mamdani is toning down his rhetoric about the arrival of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who he once threatened to arrest.

• Sep 16

17 new public bathrooms being installed citywide

Seventeen new modular public bathrooms are being installed across New York City as part of a yearlong pilot program.

• Sep 16

Mayor Mamdani unveils "Vision Zero Reimagined" plan for street safety

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani unveiled Tuesday his 10-year street safety plan called Vision Zero Reimagined.

• Sep 15

Mayor Mamdani, AG James file lawsuits to stop Trump administration's new immigration rule

Two lawsuits were filed in New York against the Trump administration to prevent a policy dissuading immigrants from using public benefits.

• Sep 14

Watch NYC Mayor Mamdani's remarks on 9/11

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani spent Friday morning marking 25 years since the deadly terror attacks at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum in Lower Manhattan.

• Sep 11

NYC students go back to school with 2-K launch, AI ban and bus shortage

Hundreds of thousands of New York City students are heading back to school Thursday with many new changes and programs in store.

• Sep 10

Mayor Mamdani, NYPD reveal security plan ahead of 9/11, Jewish holidays

New York City leaders unveiled their plan for security around events for 9/11 and the Jewish high holidays.

• Sep 9

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Queens resident takes it upon himself to clean up Brooklyn eyesore

When one Queens man recently spotted a mess near his commuter rail stop in Brooklyn, he took matters into his own hands.

• 6H ago

13-year-old L.I. boy with 168 IQ soon to pursue master's at NYU

The typical age a person in the U.S. starts a master's program is 33, but one Long Island teenager is about to shatter that timeline.

• Sep 16

AI, robotic companions help senior New Yorkers feel less lonely

Robots with artificial intelligence and animatronic dogs are helping older adults feel less lonely as they navigate living alone in New York.

• Aug 18

Nola dominates Mets in 3-0 win as Phillies tie Cubs for top NL wild card

The Phillies beat the Mets 3-0 Thursday night to tie the Cubs for the top NL wild card.

• 1H ago

Mets' Jared Young has concussion symptoms, CT scan negative, team says

Mets first baseman Jared Young was carted off the field in the sixth inning of Thursday night's game against Philadelphia.

• updated 49M ago

MSG Sports admits Knicks tickets pricing mistake, pauses sales

Knicks fans were greeted with 2026-27 ticket price sticker shock earlier this week, only to have Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. later admit a mistake was made.

• updated 29M ago

Alonso homers against Mets again as Orioles win to finish sweep at Citi Field

Pete Alonso homered against the Mets, a solo shot in the first inning that sent the Orioles to a 7-1 victory Wednesday night.

• Sep 16

Twins top Yankees 5-4 in 13 innings

Luke Keaschall went 3 for 5 and scored from second base on Victor Caratini's game-ending single in the 13th inning to send the Minnesota Twins past the New York Yankees 5-4.

• Sep 16

AI, robotic companions help senior New Yorkers feel less lonely

Robots with artificial intelligence and animatronic dogs are helping older adults feel less lonely as they navigate living alone in New York.

• Aug 18

AI and robotic companions helping aging New Yorkers

With millions of older adults living at home, there are often lonely stretches of time. To fill the gap, the New York State Office for the Aging is turning to artificial intelligence and robotic companions to help. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.

• Aug 17
• 4:30

The Cost of Caregiving: When does driving among senior citizens become a concern?

CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram has more on how seniors get around after handing over the keys.

• Jul 20
• 4:32

Seniors are spending more time on their phones, AARP says

The number of older adults using smartphones soared from 55% in 2016 to 90% now, according to the AARP. That makes senior citizens one of the fastest growing groups using digital devices.

• Jun 29

Seniors are spending more and more time on their phones

The number of older adults using smartphones soared from 55% in 2016 to 90% now, according to the AARP. That makes senior citizens one of the fastest growing groups using digital devices. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.

• Jun 29
• 4:36

Ariel Lawhon on "The Pirate Queen" and her ferocious character

Ariel Lawson, author of the New York Times bestseller "The Frozen River" discusses her new novel "The Pirate Queen."

• 9H ago

Author Ariel Lawhon on her new novel "The Pirate Queen"

It's based on the life and adventures at sea of Grace O'Malley, the legendary Irish heroine and chieftain of the 16th century.

• 9H ago
• 4:15

Harlan Coben on "Plot Twist," his memoir on writing and advice for storytelling

Harlan Coben, the author of 35 novels with 100 million books in prints, describes his creative process, and shares advice for aspiring writers and other creators, in his new book "Plot Twist."

• Sep 10

Book Club: Author Harlan Coben discusses new memoir

New York Times bestselling author Harlan Coben discusses his new memoir, "Plot Twist." He tells CBS News New York's Mary Calvi that the book will take readers and aspiring writers inside the creation of the books that became bestsellers, the ones that were never published, and his path to success.

• Sep 10
• 4:31

Elizabeth Bracken-Thompson shares her inspiring life story in her book "More Than A Crown"

Elizabeth Bracken-Thompson on her life as a former Miss New Jersey, cancer survivor, and finding purpose

• Sep 9
• 4:20

Class Act visits The Urban Assembly Maker Academy

The Urban Assembly Maker Academy in Manhattan is built around career and technical education pathways with hands-on learning in the classroom.

• Jun 12

Bayside High School boasts CTE programs preparing students for the future

Bayside High School in Queens has six different career and technical education programs that are mandatory for all 3,000 students.

• Feb 27
• 8:50

Bayside High School celebrates 90 years of excellence

Bayside High School alumni and staff cut a ribbon for the school's 90th birthday to start a month-long celebration.

• Feb 27
• 0:50

Athletic director Joe Capuana reflects on what makes Bayside so special

Athletic director Joe Capuana is retiring after 30 years and describes what makes the Bayside High School Community like no other.

• Feb 27
• 1:27

Class Act with Chris Wragge visits Bayside High School

CBS News New York's Chris Wragge takes us to Bayside High School, known for its six career and technical education programs preparing students for the future.

• Feb 27

Sports medicine and management program creates special opportunities for students

One of the six CTE programs at Bayside High School is in sports medicine and management. It focuses on everything from medicine to physical therapy, rehab, coaching and much more. CBS News New York's Chris Wragge has the details.

• Feb 27
• 7:45

Class Act with Chris Wragge visits Newark Tech

Class Act with Chris Wragge is back for our fourth season live from Newark Tech in Essex County, New Jersey.

• Oct 24, 2025

Class Act with Chris Wragge announces 1st stop of new school year

Join us this Friday morning live from Newark Tech in New Jersey.

• Oct 20, 2025
• 1:08

Commack High School's legendary band teacher retiring

Commack High School's legendary band teacher, Dr. Frank Hansen, is retiring after 40 years.

• May 30, 2025